Pensa's new DIWire Bender prints customized 3D shapes
May.4, 2012 - The DIWire Bender is a rapid prototype machine that bends metal wire to produce 2D or 3D shapes. Wire unwinds from a spool, passes through a series of wheels that straighten it, and then feeds through the bending head, which moves around in 3 dimensions to create the desired bends and curves. More
Fujitsu develops world's first technology to retrieve and reuse partially similar 3D CAD models
May.3, 2012 -
Fujitsu Laboratories Limited and Fujitsu Research and Development Center have developed a technology for retrieving partially similar models from stored 3D CAD models.
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A self-positioning and representing blanket used for 3D modeling
May.2, 2012 - Created by Studio NMinusOne at the University of Toronto's Responsive Architecture at Daniels school, IM Blanky is a self-positioning and representing blanket. More
Casio can convert 2D photos to 3D sculpture using 3D printer
Jan.13, 2012 - Casio is trying to take a step in 3D printing world. At CES 2012 they are not showing much new cameras, but a 2D to 3D conversion technology. More
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Stradivarius violin recreated using X-ray scanner and CNC
Nov.30, 2011 - X-ray scanner, which is normally used to detect cancers and injuries, is now used by a team of experts to create a 1704 Stradivarius violin. More
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Microsoft's HoloDesk - Play with 3D Objects
Nov.25, 2011 - Microsoft is experimenting with a "holodesk" which three-dimensional virtual objects can be moved by hand. Users can stack blocks or juggle virtual balls. More
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