Increasingly, additive manufacturing vendors are demonstrating how their 3D printers can rapidly prototype functional objects. Objet Ltd., for example, recently demonstrated a full-size folding stool able to support over 100 kg (220 lb). Objet … [Read more...] about WIth 3D printer and ABS-grade plastic, you can print your own folding stool
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A look at the latest 3D printers
Three additive manufacturing vendors recently introduced new printers. And even though a couple of these new printers can fit on a table, they can be used for rapid manufacturing applications. … [Read more...] about A look at the latest 3D printers
Biorobotics and Biomechanics Lab use 3D models to go beyond CAD
BRML’s interest in kinematics and mechanism design is motivated by the belief that many designers are overly dependent on computer-aided design tools and software results. In contrast, BRML focuses on asking meaningful questions and searching for … [Read more...] about Biorobotics and Biomechanics Lab use 3D models to go beyond CAD
A new compact 3D printer—the Objet260 Connex
Objet Ltd., announced the Objet260 Connex, a compact addition to its family of multi-material 3D printers. The system is based on the company’s inkjet 3D printing technology that jets 2 materials at the same time. You can select from a large range of … [Read more...] about A new compact 3D printer—the Objet260 Connex
Multi-material aids in the correction of club foot
Objet Geometries Ltd., will be showcasing its multi-material 3D printers at the RAPID additive manufacturing event in Minneapolis at booth 104. The Connex multimaterial 3D printers can rapidly build prototypes from a range of 65 materials and can … [Read more...] about Multi-material aids in the correction of club foot
Trek accelerates design cycles with 3D printer
Award-winning bicycle manufacturer now produces four times as many prototypes as before while speeding time to market. Prototyping plays a crucial role in all phases of Trek’s product development cycles. Industrial designers, mechanical engineers, … [Read more...] about Trek accelerates design cycles with 3D printer
Key question of the day: Why did 3D Systems buy Deelip Menezes’ products?
As many of you know, 3D Systems has bought Sycode and now Print3D, both from Deelip Menezes. According to some reports, the company has also hired him to start up a 3D Systems office in India. Sycode is primarily for CAD programs; the software … [Read more...] about Key question of the day: Why did 3D Systems buy Deelip Menezes’ products?
3DSUG announces 2011-2012 AMUG Board Members
Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG), an organization for owners and operators of additive manufacturing equipment, announced the names of the 2011-2012 AMUG board members. Board members were selected at the annual business meeting held in … [Read more...] about 3DSUG announces 2011-2012 AMUG Board Members
Objet introduces advanced materials for 3D printing
Now available: ABS-like material for simulating engineering plastics, clear transparent material and rigid white material for all-round application use Objet Geometries Ltd. announced the commercial availability of three new advanced materials, an … [Read more...] about Objet introduces advanced materials for 3D printing
MCAD Technologies to sell Objet 3D printing systems
MCAD Technologies, a leading product development software solutions provider, and Objet Geometries Ltd., an innovation leader in 3D printing for rapid prototyping and additive manufacturing have signed a partnership allowing MCAD Technologies to … [Read more...] about MCAD Technologies to sell Objet 3D printing systems