MakePartsFast.com will be posting guest blogs from those in the 3D printing/additive manufacturing industry; blogs with key points that inform and help you design, prototype, test, and make better use of this technology. This guest blog is from 3D … [Read more...] about Guest Blog: Powder vs. Plastic … Redux
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3D printing used to “print” blood vessels
One of the more interesting aspects of 3D printing technology is how science is using it to spark a number of potential developments, for example, its use in medical application. Some scientists have “printed” non-functioning organs out of … [Read more...] about 3D printing used to “print” blood vessels
Tips on Clips
One of the many benefits of plastic resin is the ease with which it can be molded into complex shapes. This often allows a single part to replace two or more parts made of other materials. Among the complex features that can be molded into a plastic … [Read more...] about Tips on Clips
Two new 3D printing materials from 3D Systems
Accura® ClearVue™, from 3D Systems Corporation (NYSE:DDD) is a durable, ultra clear 3D printing material with Polycarbonate and ABS properties for snap-fit applications. Parts made from it will be on display at EuroMold November 29th – December 2nd, … [Read more...] about Two new 3D printing materials from 3D Systems
3D Systems announces new Class VI print material
3D Systems Corporation (NYSE:DDD) announced the immediate availability of a new VisiJet® Clear print material that meets the rigorous requirements of USP Class VI for plastics. This material is for advanced medical and dental applications and is … [Read more...] about 3D Systems announces new Class VI print material
Axle manufacturer “sees” its way to a better design that enables better fuel efficiency
Automotive companies constantly seek to improve vehicle operating efficiency and thus improve fuel efficiency, especially in light of the ongoing upward climb in gas prices. Improving efficiency, however, is no longer easy; the low hanging fruit has … [Read more...] about Axle manufacturer “sees” its way to a better design that enables better fuel efficiency
