Conventional manufacturing techniques have limited capabilities to realize complex geometries or organically shaped components in a cost effective way. Thus, components usually include trade-offs between function and performance. But 3D printing, … [Read more...] about Additively eliminating weight in aircraft engine parts
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Flying like a bird, thanks to 3D scanning
Mankind has often imagined what it would be like to fly like a bird. The wingsuit makes it possible to have such an experience. Good wingsuits are custom made. In addition, wingsuit developers continue to explore new ways to improve the design for … [Read more...] about Flying like a bird, thanks to 3D scanning
3D printing and conventional machining work side by side to build custom machines
Any custom part or object can be a natural fit for 3D printing/additive manufacturing. Dallan S.p.A, Treviso, Italy, uses 3D printing in the development of its custom production assembly systems for precision roll forming and sheet metal … [Read more...] about 3D printing and conventional machining work side by side to build custom machines
3D Systems introduces engineering grade Nylon
3D Systems has expanded its PlasticJet Printing materials to include a new Nylon for its CubePro 3D printers—a desktop printer that can suit a number of professional engineering applications as well as consumer applications. The engineering-grade … [Read more...] about 3D Systems introduces engineering grade Nylon
Master Class: How to use 3D printing for injection molds
While not the most glamorous or "sexy" application for 3D printing, using this technology to obtain molds for injection molding is one of the key applications of this technology. Tom Charron, vice president at 3D Systems, discusses the materials … [Read more...] about Master Class: How to use 3D printing for injection molds
What is direct metal sintering?
Direct Metal Sintering is a name coined by 3D Systems to describe a process similar to Direct Metal Laser Sintering. 3D Systems’ printers, like other metal laser sintering printers, create pure, fully dense metal parts with EN ISO (fine) machining … [Read more...] about What is direct metal sintering?
3D printing prosthetics; not just for humans
If you have not already seen this video of Derby the dog and how 3D printing helped him run, you must see it. Yes it's a heart-warming story, but it's also an excellent example of engineering design and problem solving. Derby was born with a … [Read more...] about 3D printing prosthetics; not just for humans
3D Systems to unveil direct metal 3D printer at Euromold
3D Systems announced it will offer a preview of its latest industrial Direct Metal Printing (DMP) system, the ProXTM 400, at EuroMold 2014 in Frankfurt, Germany. The ProX 400 gives aerospace and automotive companies, medical implant makers, tool … [Read more...] about 3D Systems to unveil direct metal 3D printer at Euromold
3D Systems launches Geomagic Sculpt and Touch
3D Systems announced the its new Geomagic Sculpt 3D modeling software with Touch haptic 3D stylus. Geomagic Sculpt erases the boundaries of solid modeling, empowering the freedom of designing complex, curvy and organic shapes. With precise … [Read more...] about 3D Systems launches Geomagic Sculpt and Touch
Human powered submarine team produces a 3D printed propeller
Grand Rapids, Michigan-based Burton Precision is a machine tool distributor specializing in the application of metrology and 3D Printing products. Their involvement in manufacturing crisscrosses the breadth of industries with technologies that have a … [Read more...] about Human powered submarine team produces a 3D printed propeller