Potomac Photonics announced that it recently completed precision 3D printed parts for Boston University to support their research in stem cells. Stem cells, which have enormous potential in medical research because of their ability to … [Read more...] about Potomac Photonics Supports BU’s Stem Cell Research with 3D Printed Parts
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Rapid injection molding helps non-profit develop a low cost prosthetic
The ReMotion Knee is a low cost prosthetic knee joint project that was started in 2008 as a graduate biomedical engineering class assignment. The class collaborated with the JaipurFoot Organization, India’s largest provider of low cost prosthetics, … [Read more...] about Rapid injection molding helps non-profit develop a low cost prosthetic
Laser sintering – What is it?
The technology known as 3D printing actually consists of a number of different methods of building an object layer by layer. Each method has its pros and cons. In this series of brief tutorials, we will go into the basics of each technology and … [Read more...] about Laser sintering – What is it?
Renishaw and BEGO conclude additive manufacturing licensing agreement
Renishaw plc, the global engineering technologies company, and BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co. KG, a leading international specialist in dental prosthodontics, have concluded an agreement that licenses Renishaw to use BEGO … [Read more...] about Renishaw and BEGO conclude additive manufacturing licensing agreement
Stratasys introduces 3D printer for small Orthodontic labs and clinics
Stratasys, Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS) announced the launch of the Objet30 OrthoDesk 3D Printer, specially designed for smaller orthodontic labs and clinics. The Objet30 OrthoDesk makes digital orthodontics accessible for facilities of all sizes. Digital … [Read more...] about Stratasys introduces 3D printer for small Orthodontic labs and clinics
MakerBot partners with Autodesk, and introduces a 3D scanner
It looks like the competition for the maker market is heating up. First, MakerBot and Autodesk have announced that they will team up to combine 3D printing software and hardware. Second, MakerBot announced its Digitizer 3D scanner. One could see this … [Read more...] about MakerBot partners with Autodesk, and introduces a 3D scanner
Subtractive Rapid Prototyping, More Precise than ever before
There is no disputing the value of a great product prototype. Producing your design in 3-D, testing its functionality and ensuring that the required manufacturing processes will work can save considerable time and expense. While the industry is … [Read more...] about Subtractive Rapid Prototyping, More Precise than ever before
Software helps you design for 3D printing manufacturability
When used together, 3D printing and topology optimization can deliver objects with minimum mass, which will save money in raw materials. Topology optimization and additive manufacturing are two techniques that together have the … [Read more...] about Software helps you design for 3D printing manufacturability
What is your biggest frustration with additive manufacturing (3D printing)?
Despite the media hype that 3D printers can be used to make literally anything, and that they will disrupt all kinds of present day processes and systems, professional users have a number of frustrations with this technology. These frustrations can … [Read more...] about What is your biggest frustration with additive manufacturing (3D printing)?
3D Printed Cars Edge Closer to Production
RedEye On Demand and its parent company Stratasys, Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS) announce a collaboration with KOR EcoLogic to produce URBEE 2, the first road-ready, fuel-efficient car built using 3D printing, or additive manufacturing, technologies. Targeted … [Read more...] about 3D Printed Cars Edge Closer to Production