Even though additive rapid prototyping receives most of the news buzz in the industry, don’t overlook subtractive rapid prototyping. Recent developments in subtractive RP can help you eliminate even more steps and costs in your development process; … [Read more...] about More Geometries and Automatic Tool-Paths Expand Subtractive RP Use
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The Making of a Hero
In-house technology and expertise generate a life-size action hero for tradeshows and exhibitions. The teamwork helped reduce time to market from four weeks to two weeks.When Solid Concepts’ new prototype division, ZoomRP.com, was faced with … [Read more...] about The Making of a Hero
Rebuilding Chicago for the Olympic Bid
For the Chicago centennial celebration, the Chicago Architecture Foundation planned a model city that will be the centerpiece of the citywide Burnham 1909 Plan of Chicago celebration. The exhibition will help visitors explore the planning of Chicago … [Read more...] about Rebuilding Chicago for the Olympic Bid
Update on 3D Printers
For less than the cost of a good used car, you can buy a 3D printer that will turn your CAD designs into three-dimensional objects overnight.3D printing is a unique form of printing developed for rapid prototyping. In the process, a three dimensional … [Read more...] about Update on 3D Printers
Scanner Creates 3D CAD Model of Auto Panels
Aftermarket manufacturers are unable to fully take advantage of OEM CAD data because of the slight variations between the CAD data and the as-built part, especially for body panels. Furthermore, automakers offer their own competitive in-house brands … [Read more...] about Scanner Creates 3D CAD Model of Auto Panels
Additive Manufacturing Accelerates Automotive Build
Building people’s dream cars is what the folks at Roaring Forties do best. Often, the Roaring Forties team must redesign parts quickly. Due to new emission regulations, a new engine for the RF GT40 needed to fit into an existing chassis. Changes had … [Read more...] about Additive Manufacturing Accelerates Automotive Build
Proto Labs Teams Up with Design World
Maple Plain, MN — Proto Labs, Inc.the global leader in quick-turn CNC machining and injection molding today announces that design engineers, via an exclusive arrangement with Design World, can now design and order prototype and short-run production … [Read more...] about Proto Labs Teams Up with Design World
Shapeways’ First DIY 3D Printed Metal Cufflinks
EINDHOVEN, THE NETHERLANDS -- Shapeways introduces the first DIY 3D printed customizable metal cufflinks. With the new, free, and easy-to-use Shapeways Cufflink Creator, users simply enter text and select the style of their choice to create a one of … [Read more...] about Shapeways’ First DIY 3D Printed Metal Cufflinks
Creaform Sells 1000th Handyscan 3D Laser Scanner
Levis, QC, Canada - Creaform, developer and manufacturer of the Handyscan 3DTM line-up of portable, handheld and self-positioning laser scanners, celebrated the sale of its 1000th unit. The announcement was made during the Handyscan 3D Rendez-vous … [Read more...] about Creaform Sells 1000th Handyscan 3D Laser Scanner
Dimension 3D Printing Announces “Extreme Redesign” Challenge Winners
MINNEAPOLIS, MN — Dimension 3D Printing announced the winners in its fifth annual “Extreme Redesign” challenge. Extreme Redesign: The Ultimate 3D Printing Challenge is a global design and 3D printing contest for high school and college students. The … [Read more...] about Dimension 3D Printing Announces “Extreme Redesign” Challenge Winners
