Legacy Effects is a special effects house used in the entertainment industry to build all kinds of creatures, superhero suits, and special effects. They have a number of 3D printers, all used to develop these products. Here's a fun video on the … [Read more...] about How to 3D print a Superhero suit
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What’s new in 3D printing electronics
The next trend in 3D printing appears to be incorporating electronics into the part during the printing process, i.e., without stopping the printing operation. Optomec was one of the first to do so. Now three students from Stanford University, CA, … [Read more...] about What’s new in 3D printing electronics
Proto Labs, Inc. Launches New Additive Manufacturing Service
Proto Labs, Inc. (NYSE: PRLB), a leading online and technology-enabled quick-turn manufacturer, announced the launch of its additive manufacturing service through the acquisition of privately held FineLine Prototyping, Inc. a leading provider of … [Read more...] about Proto Labs, Inc. Launches New Additive Manufacturing Service
GE announces winners of 3D printing Production Quest
GE’s 3D Printing Production Quest, in partnership with NineSigma, challenged participants to use additive manufacturing to produce complex parts with high precision using refractory metals, a capability that could transform how components are … [Read more...] about GE announces winners of 3D printing Production Quest
Additive Manufacturing Users Group Recognizes Excellence
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) today announced recipients of awards for technical skill. The awards were presented at the 26th annual users group conference in Tucson, Arizona. During the annual Awards Banquet, the association named … [Read more...] about Additive Manufacturing Users Group Recognizes Excellence
Additive Manufacturing Users Group Names Board and 2015 Conference Venue
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) has announced its 2014—2015 board and that its 2015 Education & Training Conference will be held in Jacksonville, Florida from April 19 – 23, 2015. The new board members, elected during the … [Read more...] about Additive Manufacturing Users Group Names Board and 2015 Conference Venue
Additive Manufacturing Users Group Recognizes Distinguished Service
The Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) announced recipients of awards for excellence and service. The awards were presented at the 26th annual users group conference in Tucson, Arizona. During the annual Awards Banquet, the association … [Read more...] about Additive Manufacturing Users Group Recognizes Distinguished Service
High School students develop innovative 3d printing products for Ohio design contest
Junior Reanna Britting's product was selected as the top placer leading Westlake High School to the team title in the inaugural Southwestern Conference (SWC) Design Contest. Sponsored by the Rapid prototype and manufacturing (rp+m) company, students … [Read more...] about High School students develop innovative 3d printing products for Ohio design contest
Hexagon Metrology Releases New Generation of ROMER Absolute Arm
Hexagon Metrology announced the next generation of the ROMER Absolute Arm. The enhanced portable measuring arm features optimal ergonomics, a new wrist design, and greater stability to create a better user experience while further reducing operator … [Read more...] about Hexagon Metrology Releases New Generation of ROMER Absolute Arm
Are you ready to design a 3D printed car?
Local Motors, Inc. announces the launch of the 3D Printed Car Design Challenge to inform and influence the design of the vehicle that will be manufactured at IMTS – The International Manufacturing Technology Show 2014 in Chicago, Illinois, September … [Read more...] about Are you ready to design a 3D printed car?