New ECAM system is a low-cost, electrochemical-based metal 3D printer
Oct.31, 2017 -
A research group from the Imperial College London in the UK has reportedly developed a new and low-cost process for metal 3D printing. The innovative technique, called Electrochemical Additive Manufacturing (ECAM) uses electroplating technology to build up metal objects in a cost-efficient manner.
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€1.2 million Niedersachsen ADDITIV 3D printing center unveiled in Hanover, Germany
Oct.31, 2017 -
Northwestern Germany is poised to be a leading player in the 3D printing industry thanks to a new state-sponsored centre for additive manufacturing in Hanover. The landmark Niedersachsen ADDITIV facility represents a '1.2 million investment for the government of Lower Saxony, and will focus on research, development, and technology transfer.
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Oct.31, 2017 -
Here's a brief round-up of four companies that will be exhibiting at this year's Formnext show in Frankfurt. Each business is showing off a new 3D printing system, material or service that should be pointing the way forward for the 3D printing world.
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3D printed small intestine helps Cornell scientists understand gut bacteria
Oct.31, 2017 -
Biologists at Cornell University in New York have 3D printed a microscopic artificial small intestine. The synthetic gut could help researchers better understand bacteria and the human immune system.
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Breakthrough: LLNL's 3D printed marine grade stainless steel now three times stronger
Oct.31, 2017 -
Researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) have made a breakthrough in 3D printing 316L, a 'marine grade' stainless steel. Marine grade steels, used in places like oil pipelines, engine parts, and kitchen equipment, typically have a low corrosiveness and high ductility.
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Oct.31, 2017 -
Researchers at Ohio State's ESL will be making use of 3D printing technology as part of a project to make antenna arrays. These arrays will use higher frequencies and innovative lenses, and can 'float' in the air, in order to improve signal strength and provide continuous bandwidth.
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Oct.30, 2017 -
3D printing news just keeps coming, and we know it's not always easy to stay abreast of all the exciting developments. That's why we're here with a brief summary of things you might have missed recently, including Ricoh developing a new material, J Group Robotics launching a new FDM machine, and more besides.
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MIT's new 3D printed nozzle device could make versatile nanofiber meshes at much lower cost
Oct.30, 2017 -
Researchers at MIT have developed a 3D printed nozzle device for producing nanofiber meshes. The device, made with a DLP 3D printer, matches the speed and power of its MIT-made predecessor, but produces more uniform fiber diameters at a much lower cost.
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Is distributed manufacturing with flexible 3D printing filament worth it? Michigan Tech finds out
Oct.30, 2017 -
Researchers from Michigan Technological University have conducted a study into the cost of 3D printing consumer goods using flexible filament. The researchers 3D printed 20 flexible products in NinjaFlex filament, analyzing the overall cost and technical feasibility of the 3D printed items.
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Kyushu University scientists successfully transplant 3D bioprinted liver buds into rats
Oct.30, 2017 -
Scientists from the Kyushu University in Japan have recently demonstrated the ability to implant their 3D bioprinted liver tissue into rats. The breakthrough could mark a step in the right direction for the development of implantable 3D printed liver tissue in humans.
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$9.3M 'Just in time' 3D printed bone implant project in Australia set to transform tumour surgery
Oct.30, 2017 -
A recent collaboration between the Australian government, Melbourne's RMIT University, the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), St. Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, and medical tech company Stryker is aiming to solidify the country's prominent place within the 3D printed implant industry.
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Oct.30, 2017 -
The Government of South Australia is providing a AU$1.4 million grant to the University of Adelaide to establish the Additive Manufacturing Applied Research Network. The new facility will create jobs and enable many advanced manufacturing projects in defence, medical devices, dental prostheses and injection moulding to be undertaken in Adelaide.'
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Oct.30, 2017 -
The 'Industrial Digitalisation Review,' a UK government-commissioned review on industrial digitalization, has suggested that the UK could create '455 billion ($600 billion) and 175,000 new jobs by embracing Industry 4.0 technology like 3D printing.
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Oct.29, 2017 -
Here's another fun round-up of fun DIY 3D printing projects from a bunch of fun people making their own way in the hobbyist world. This time we've got a 3D printed robot that can solve Rubik's Cubes, an ornate 3D printed speaker, and much more besides.
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Belgian artist Cédric Van Parys re-imagines Shanghai architecture in 25 3D printed models
Oct.28, 2017 -
Cédric Van Parys' acclaimed 'Monuments for Progress' project, exhibited earlier this year at the Venice Biennale, pays homage to the stunning architectures that dot the Shanghai skyline, taking them to new heights in the form of 25 tiny 3D printed models, all created to scale.
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Oct.27, 2017 -
If you're looking for a brief but informative round-up of recent 3D printing news that might have passed you by, then you've come to the right place. Stories include a Dodge car with the most 3D printed parts yet being unveiled, Sandvik launching research into additive manufacturing, and more.
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ASPIR: Choitek's full-size DIY humanoid robot is made up of over 90 3D printed parts
Oct.27, 2017 -
Robotics startup Choitek has released a tutorial for building a full-size 3D printed humanoid robot named ASPIR. The robot, which consists of over 90 3D printed parts and costs roughly $2,500 to construct, is an ambitious project probably not intended for the faint of heart.
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Natural Robotics' VIT SLS 3D printer available for $7K on Kickstarter
Oct.27, 2017 -
Spanish 3D printing company Natural Robotics has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its VIT laser sintering 3D printer. Backers can secure the 3D printer for €5,999 ($7K), saving 45 per cent on the retail price.
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Top 16 3D printed Halloween 2017 costumes, props, and decorations
Oct.27, 2017 -
For our third year in a row, 3Ders is bringing you its favorite 3D prints for the Halloween season. From costumes, to props, to awesome decorations, makers have gone above and beyond with designs for the year's spookiest holiday.
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UK Brunel scientists develop flexible, wearable 3D printed battery
Oct.27, 2017 -
A team of researchers at London's Brunel University have made a significant 3D printing breakthrough in the field of wearable electronics. They have used the technology to develop a wristband that can also recharge a battery. This is the first time a single, continuous extrusion-based 3D printing process has been used for this purpose.
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AstroPrint Desktop 3D printing app introduces 3D model manipulation, better cloud sync, more
Oct.27, 2017 -
San Diego's AstroPrint has launched a new 3D printing app. AstroPrint Desktop is a cross-platform, cloud-enabled desktop app that lets 3D printer users manipulate and print designs locally and via the cloud.
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SHINING 3D now offering PointShape Inspector software with metrology 3D scanners
Oct.27, 2017 -
SHINING 3D, one of China's leading 3D printing companies, has announced a partnership with South Korean software and engineering firm PointShape to offer a streamlined and well-rounded 3D scanning process with inspection, modification, reverse engineering, and measurement features.
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Oct.27, 2017 -
In today's 3D printing roundup we've got an array of news from across the industry: 7-year-old Hailey Dawson will pitch a World Series game with her 3D printed hand, RTI Surgical has released a new 3D printed spinal implant system, Ultimaker has secured a significant investment, and more.
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The US Marines have started 3D printing explosives
Oct.26, 2017 -
A division of the US marines has officially begun to 3D print and test small explosives, a U.S. Defense Department blog reported yesterday. While only in its initial testing phase, the results have been successful so far.
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Hexatope: design your own 3D printed pendant in silver or gold
Oct.26, 2017 -
Hexatope is a new app that lets users design their own pendant necklace in 3D printed sterling silver or 18-carat gold plating. Designs created on the interactive app are hand-produced by UK designer Charlotte Dann in her East London studio.
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3D printer manufacturer UNIZ raises over $6M in investments, continues expansion
Oct.26, 2017 -
3D printer manufacturer UNIZ has announced another successful round of investment, primarily from Chinese backers. The company has received over 6 million, towards development and distribution of its flagship SLASH desktop machines as well as the new ZSLTV industrial range.
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3D printed tree bark could prevent fires (knock on wood)
Oct.26, 2017 -
Researchers at Switzerland's Bern University of Applied Sciences in Biel have developed a new way to extract tannins from native tree bark in order to produce adhesives, composites, and 3D printing materials. Tannin foams are highly fire-resistant, making them suitable for light construction.
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3D printed gas-absorbing MOF-plastic sensors could help fuel hydrogen-powered cars
Oct.26, 2017 -
Scientists from the National Institute of Standards and Technology have found that 3D printed ABS plastic has the potential to integrate MOF substances that can store and detect gases in the environment.
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XON's 3D printed IoT ORBITREC bike available to buy soon
Oct.26, 2017 -
ORBITREC, a customizable 3D printed bike with metal parts made using generative design and lattice structures, is almost ready for commercialization. XON's IoT-connected bicycle gathers data from its environment to improve performance, and was first seen at CES 2016.
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3D Printing News Roundup: GKN, H3D, Sharebot, Fishy Filaments, Tinkerine Studios
Oct.25, 2017 -
Here's another 3D printing news roundup to keep you up to speed with the latest happenings. Stories include Fishy Filaments finding investors, GKN adopting 3D printing methods, and much more besides.
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3D printer that turns nano-cellulose into nutritious meals could be part of your kitchen in 5 years
Oct.25, 2017 -
Two researchers at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem claim to have developed food 3D printing technology capable of printing entire meals from nano-cellulose, a naturally occurring fiber that contains no calories.
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Saudi researchers propose 3D printed braces with LEDs and batteries for faster teeth alignment
Oct.25, 2017 -
A team of researchers from the King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia are developing 'smart 3D printed braces' which could help straighten and align teeth faster thanks to embedded LED lights and non-toxic batteries.
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BASF & Poietis renew partnership to develop 3D bioprinted skin models for cosmetics testing
Oct.25, 2017 -
German chemicals company BASF has signed an agreement with French biotech firm Poietis to continue developing services and products in the 3D bioprinting field.
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Volkswagen 3D prints $23.5K Kinazo ENDURO e1 electric bicycle in Slovakia
Oct.25, 2017 -
Slovakian company Kinazo Design has 3D printed an electric bicycle with the help of Volskwagen. The vehicle, printed on a Concept Laser X Line 2000R 3D printer, is available to buy for €20,000 ($23,500).
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Oct.25, 2017 -
UK-based maker James Bruton, known primarily for his XRobots Youtube 3D printing projects, recently unveiled a gigantic 3D printed sculpture of himself at the Winchester Discovery Centre in Hampshire, England.
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Oct.25, 2017 -
Air Force Research Laboratory researchers have joined forces with beamline scientists at the National Synchrotron Light Source II at Brookhaven National Laboratory, using extremely bright X-rays to examine 3D printing materials and processes.
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XJet announces new Carmel 1400 and 700 ceramic and metal NPJ 3D printers
Oct.25, 2017 -
Israeli 3D printing company XJet Ltd. has launched its new line of XJet Carmel AM System 3D printers. The new series comprises the Carmel 1400 and Carmel 700 AM systems, the former of which will be presented at the upcoming formnext 3D printing event in Frankfurt, Germany.
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AMT-SPECAVIA builds Europe's first habitable 3D printed building
Oct.24, 2017 -
AMT-SPECAVIA, a Moscow-based group of machining and 3D printing companies, says it has built Europe's first habitable 3D printed house. The residence, located in Yaroslavl and reportedly spanning almost 300 square meters, may also be Europe's largest 3D printed building.
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Meet the Welsh woman with the first 3D printed jaw in the world
Oct.24, 2017 -
Retail worker Debbie Hawkins of Swansea is now the first person in the world with a 3D printed jaw. After developing a severe tumour in her lower jawbone, Hawkins turned to the surgical team at Morriston Hospital, who developed an ingenious method of reconstructing Hawkins' jaw with 3D printed titanium.
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Oct.24, 2017 -
In today's 3D printing roundup you'll see news from NYU and Stratasys, metal 3D printing company Norsk Titanium, and bioprinter manufacturer Aether, whose Aether 1 is being used by MIT researchers.
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First flexible 'wristband' supercapacitors 3D printed using single continuous extrusion method
Oct.24, 2017 -
A team of researchers at London's Brunel University has made a 3D printing breakthrough in the field of wearable electronics, using the technology to develop a wristband that can also recharge a battery. It is the first time a single, continuous extrusion-based 3D printing process has been used for this purpose.
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Oct.24, 2017 -
Aectual, a sustainable architecture company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is showcasing its custom 3D printed floor designs at Dutch Design Week, October 21-29. A floor with terrazzo finish will be installed at Amsterdam's Schiphol airport in November.
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SHINING 3D and Geomagic launch promotion for EinScan 3D scanners and reverse engineering software
Oct.24, 2017 -
Chinese 3D scanning and printing company SHINING 3D is partnering with Geomagic, the engineering software branch of 3D Systems, to offer a 'full reverse engineering solution.' The collaboration will pair SHINING 3D's EinScan handheld scanner products with Geomagic's reverse engineering software.
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Wacker Chemie's multi-material silicone 3D printing adds complexity to elastomer parts
Oct.24, 2017 -
ACEO, a brand of German chemical company Wacker Chemie AG, has developed a 3D printing process for multi-material silicone printing. The silicone additive manufacturing technology will be demonstrated at the upcoming formnext 3D printing event in Frankfurt, Germany.
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Oct.24, 2017 -
Chinese 3D printing and scanning expert SHINING 3D has announced a new partnership with California-based metrology software developer Verisurf. Together, the companies will offer consumers a complete reverse engineering solution.
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Oct.23, 2017 -
Here's another round-up of what's been happening recently in the world of 3D printing. Things you might have missed include Yissum announcing a new 3D printed food platform, Nuvasive adding to its portfolio of 3D printed implants, and more besides.
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Microsoft HoloLens Mixed Reality headset helps Spanish doctors cut surgery time in half
Oct.23, 2017 -
Spanish medical tech company Exovite has joined forces with Gregorio Mara''n Hospital in Madrid. The collaboration has resulted Microsoft Mixed Reality headsets being used by surgeons, allowing them to quickly see CT scan data, ultrasound data, and more through Microsoft HoloLens goggles.
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Metal 3D printer manufacturer BeAM increases capital by 1.6 million euros
Oct.23, 2017 -
French metal 3D printing startup BeAM has announced a 1.6 million euro increase in its capital thanks to a decision from its thirteen private shareholders. The renewed investment brings the 3D printer manufacturer's capital up to over 8 million euros.
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3D printed 'Nintimdo RP' is a Nintendo Switch replica that plays classic games
Oct.23, 2017 -
Tim Lindquist, an electrical engineering student at Iowa State University, has built a 3D printed Nintendo Switch with a Raspberry Pi computer. Unlike the real thing, the 'Nintimdo RP' uses the RetroPie emulation platform, allowing gamers to play retro Nintendo games from years gone by.
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Oct.23, 2017 -
Paola Valentini, an Italian jewelry designer based in Paris, has been awarded the top design prize for a 3D printed jewelry contest organized by the Comite Franceclat. Valentini received the distinction for a cuff bracelet 3D printed from rose gold.
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Oct.23, 2017 -
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is reviewing a draft version of its Additive Manufacturing Strategic Roadmap. The document explains how the FAA can regulate and certify 3D printed aircraft parts over the next seven to eight years.
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Virginia museum uses 3D printed tactile artefacts in 'touch tours' for visually impaired
Oct.23, 2017 -
The Virginia Historical Society (VHS), a Richmond-based museum dedicated to Virginia's history, has recently embraced 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies to give their visually impaired visitors a more dynamic and thorough experience.
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Obayashi Corporation's 3D printed curved bridge first of its kind in Japan
Oct.22, 2017 -
A 3D printing system created by Obayashi Corporation could increase the implementation of the technology in Japanese construction projects. It's the country's first concrete 3D printing system, and was tested out by building a curved bridge.
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This startup built an affordable 3D bioprinter from a Monoprice Select Mini
Oct.21, 2017 -
American startup 3D Cultures has just released the Tissue Scribe bioprinter, a desktop system equipped for 3D printing bio-materials in research labs, classrooms, and even at home. Priced at $999, the Tissue Scribe is notable for its price tag, but more so because this 3D bioprinter is literally built from the desktop 3D printer Mono Price Select Mini.
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UK startup Plumen wants to light your home with new 'Ruche' 3D printed lampshades
Oct.21, 2017 -
Plumen, a UK-based lamp and lighting company, has teamed up with designer and engineer Hook Phanthasuporn to develop a series of 3D printed hanging lampshades. Called 'Ruche,' the 3D printed lampshade collection was inspired by forms and shapes found in nature.
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DISTRO: Researchers create digital 3D objects from incomplete 3D scanning data
Oct.20, 2017 -
Researchers from Germany's Saarland University and Max Planck Institute for Informatics have joined Intel to improve digital 3D object creation using incomplete 3D scanning data. 'VConv-DAE' is a convolutional volumetric auto encoder that learns volumetric representation from noisy data.
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University of Michigan professor doubles 3D printing speeds using vibration-mitigating algorithm
Oct.20, 2017 -
The Smart and Sustainable Automation Research Laboratory of Chinedum Okwudire, an Associate Professor of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Michigan, has developed a software algorithm called 'FBS Vibration Compensation' that effectively doubles 3D printing speeds.
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Thermwood & collaborators 3D print PSU helicopter mold using LSAM technology
Oct.20, 2017 -
A joint team from Purdue University's Composites Manufacturing and Simulation Center, Thermwood Corporation, Applied Composite Engineering (ACE), and Techmer PM has produced a composite helicopter part using a mold that was 3D printed out of polysulfone (PSU).
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Raspberry Pi-powered, 3D-printed robot-lab allows scientists to study the life of flies
Oct.20, 2017 -
A 3D printed robotic device developed at the UK's Imperial College London'allows scientists to monitor many insects at once. The Raspberry Pi-powered device allows neuroscientists to closely examine fruit flies, which are surprisingly similar to humans in many ways.
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Oct.20, 2017 -
Israeli 3D bioprinting company CollPlant Holdings Ltd. has announced it will be moving ahead with the development of implantable 3D printed organs. The announcement follows a significant investment from Alpha Capital, the foreign investment company owned by Austrian billionaire Martin Schlaff.
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3D printed cell-opening mechanism opens new possibilities in camouflage, drug delivery
Oct.20, 2017 -
Researchers at the University of New Hampshire have used 3D printing to design a unique sequential cell-opening mechanism that could be used for drug delivery and color-changing camouflage materials.
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Oct.19, 2017 -
A team of researchers from Caltech and a German university have taken inspiration from butterflies and 3D printing for their latest project. They have developed a design for more efficient solar cells, based on the scaly structure of a black butterfly's wings.
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Oct.19, 2017 -
Here's your 3D printing news roundup for October 19, 2017. In it you'll find news from EBAM inventor Sciaky, India-based Altem Technologies, 3D printed medical implant company NuVasive, and methane conversion researchers from Montana State University.
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New Matter launches 30% faster MOD-t 3D printer on Kickstarter, starting at $199
Oct.19, 2017 -
New Matter, the 3D printer startup that brought us the low-cost MOD-t desktop printer in 2014, is now back and better than ever with the launch of its second-generation MOD-t.
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Zoo Knoxville turtle wears tiny 3D printed mask to protect face injury
Oct.19, 2017 -
Patches, a small black-breasted leaf turtle and resident at Zoo Knoxville in Tennessee, has been fitted with a 3D printed mask to help protect a facial injury she obtained last year.
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Stargate 3D printer could help Relativity Space build rockets on Mars
Oct.19, 2017 -
Orbital launch company Relativity Space plans to use 'Stargate,' which it says is the largest metal 3D printer in the world, to fabricate rockets on Mars. The 3D printer uses multiple print heads to process strong proprietary alloys.
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Cosmetics brand Lush to explore 3D printed molds and products at new $17M UK facility
Oct.19, 2017 -
Cosmetics brand Lush will be investing in 3D printing technologies to manufacture molds for its products and perhaps even cosmetics, according to Mark Constantine, co-founder of the UK-based company.
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Australia's Charles Darwin University fires up rocket-powered LIGHTSPEE3D metal 3D printer
Oct.19, 2017 -
Charles Darwin University in Australia has started using its LIGHTSPEE3D metal 3D printer, built by Australian additive manufacturing company SPEE3D. Darwin's machine is the first operational LIGHTSPEE3D printer in the world.
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SLM Solutions secures largest ever order as Asian customer requests 70 metal 3D printers
Oct.18, 2017 -
Metal 3D printer manufacturer SLM Solutions has just secured its largest ever order. An Asian customer will be purchasing 70 of the company's 3D printers in a deal that could be worth up to 48 million euros to the German additive manufacturing company.
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Oct.18, 2017 -
To mark the halfway point of the 3D printing week, here's a roundup of some more additive tidbits: Ultimaker launches its Cura 3.0 slicing software, an Anatomics 3D printed sternum implant is successfully implanted into a patient, and more.
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Mantis Hacks' latest make is a giant 3D printed LEGO Forklift
Oct.18, 2017 -
Matt Denton, a maker known on Youtube for his Mantis Hacks videos, has wowed us once again with his latest project: a giant 3D printed LEGO forklift. The make is a scaled up replica of LEGO's technic Forklift [Kit 850] from 1977.
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New 'fully integrated' Voladd 3D printer launches on Kickstarter for $587
Oct.18, 2017 -
A startup from San Sebastian in Spain has launched a new 'fully integrated' 3D printer on Kickstarter. Called the Voladd 3D printer, the new machine is available for as little as 499 euros ($587).
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Oct.18, 2017 -
New York 3D printing company MakerBot has launched MakerBot Labs, an experimental platform with open APIs, custom print modes, and an online resource-sharing site. The platform purportedly allows users to 'push the limits' of 3D printing.
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Cicada-inspired 3D printed PEKK implants could reduce bacterial infections without antibiotics
Oct.18, 2017 -
A team of researchers from Northeastern University in Boston and the Wenzhou Medical University in China have taken inspiration from cicada wings to develop infection-resistant 3D printed orthopedic implants from PEKK plastic.
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World's first 3D printed bicycle bridge opens to cyclists in Netherlands
Oct.18, 2017 -
Officials in the Netherlands have announced the opening of the world's first concrete 3D printed bridge for cyclists. The bridge, that will serve two-wheeled commuters in the southeastern town of Gemert, is eight meters long and crosses a water-filled ditch.
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Millie the greyhound becomes first dog in Australia to receive 3D printed prosthetic leg
Oct.18, 2017 -
Millie, a Greyhound pup with a missing paw from Australia, has been fitted with a custom 3D printed prosthetic leg. The 3D printed prosthetic, designed by Millie's owner, has allowed the dog to walk and even run normally again.
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3D Printing News Roundup: Creaform schools deal, NASA challenge, GE and GKN collab, more
Oct.17, 2017 -
Today's 3D printing news roundup has a bit of everything, with medical 3D printing developments being complemented by an educational 3D scanning initiative, the launch of GKN Group's new Additive business, and even a new NASA 3D printing challenge for students.
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DOE awards University of Pittsburgh's Minking Chyu $600K to improve gas turbines with 3D printing
Oct.17, 2017 -
Dr. Minking Chyu, a Distinguished Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Pittsburgh, has impressed the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) with his 3D printed turbine research, earning $600,000 in the process.
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Oct.17, 2017 -
In collaboration with workers in Sri Lanka, scientists at Washington University School of Medicine in St Louis have used an iPad-mounted infrared 3D scanner to measure limb enlargement and disfigurement in elephantiasis patients. The technique could replace older and impractical methods.
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$2,500 Platonics Ark billed as 'first 3D printer for architects'
Oct.17, 2017 -
Finland-based 3D printing startup Platonics has launched an Indiegogo campaign for the 'Ark,' billed as the first 3D printer for architects. Earliest backers can secure the basic version of the FDM 3D printer for €2095 ($2,465).
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Iowa State researchers develop ultra-quiet turbine blades using 3D printing, owl wings
Oct.17, 2017 -
Researchers at Iowa State University are using 3D printing to develop propellor blades inspired by owl wings. The innovative designs could lead to quieter aircraft, wind turbines, and other machines.
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LLNL & Girls Who Code team up to teach CAD and 3D printing skills to local students
Oct.17, 2017 -
Girls Who Code is teaming up with the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory to teach local students (especially girls) the basics of 3D design, coding, and 3D printing.
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Oct.16, 2017 -
The 3D printing week is off to a good start, and we've got a few updates to share with you from companies ConforMIS, Sigma Labs, SelfCAD, and Stratasys.
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Casio's Mofrel 2.5D printer can print realistic textures like leather & fabric onto paper
Oct.16, 2017 -
Japanese electronics company Casio has unveiled its Mofrel 2.5D printer which is capable of printing detailed, textured, and full-color surfaces on paper. The printing tech could have applications in automotive prototyping and the textile industry, among others.
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3D printable Necroplex terrain-building kit set to take over tabletops
Oct.16, 2017 -
A Kickstarter for a new fantasy role-playing kit called Necroplex has been launched. The kit comes with a broad range of different 3D printable pieces for hobbyists and model makers, and is compatible with everyday terrain craft materials.
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Syqe Medical, Israeli developer of 3D printed marijuana inhaler, targeting US market
Oct.16, 2017 -
Syqe Medical, a drug delivery company based in Israel, is continuing to enjoy huge success with its 3D printed cannabis inhaler, designed to allow those with chronic pain to inhale a precise dosage. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will trial the device next year.
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Feetz & Project Runway designer Seth Aaron take $175 3D printed shoes to FashionNXT runway
Oct.16, 2017 -
Fashion designer Seth Aaron has debuted his latest fashion collection at Portland fashion event FashionNXT. Inspired by Japanese looks from the 60s, the collection consists of minimalist dresses, tops, trousers, and, most notably, eye-grabbing 3D printed shoes.
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3D printed MOF monoliths help Missouri scientists capture CO2 for fire extinguishers, spacecraft
Oct.16, 2017 -
Researchers at Missouri University of Science and Technology have 3D printed two types of metal-organic framework (MOF) monoliths, from MOF-74(Ni) and UTSA-16(Co). The 3D printed monoliths can be used to capture carbon dioxide, which can then be used in practical applications.
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Konica Minolta offers US schools free 30-day trial of Dremel Idea Builder 3D printer
Oct.16, 2017 -
Konica Minolta has announced that it will be launching a free 30-day trial 3D printing program for schools across the U.S. Through a partnership with tool and 3D printer manufacturer Dremel, it is aiming to make additive manufacturing in the classroom more accessible.
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Oct.15, 2017 -
Here's a round-up of some recent DIY 3D printing projects, posted on various hobbyist and maker sites. They're all fun, cheap to make, and can be incredibly practical or at least enjoyable to make and use.
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Adafruit and Hackaday founders 'upgrade' $20 bill with 3D printed Harriet Tubman stamp
Oct.14, 2017 -
Phillip Torrone and Limor Fried are taking currency into their own hands, stamping Harriet Tubman's face onto $20 bills. The makers were compelled to do the project after hearing the good news that the US Treasury would be putting the civil rights hero on the $20 bill, followed by the less-than-good news that the change would be postponed.
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3D Printing Roundup: Stratasys, SwissLitho & EVG, Strangpresse, ORNL, 4WEB Medical, Nano Dimension
Oct.13, 2017 -
Just in time for the weekend: here are some quick 3D printing stories to catch up on this Friday. Stratasys sponsors new LAIKA exhibit at Portland museum, SwissLitho and EVG team up to develop a method for printing 3D optical structures, Strangpresse acquires exclusive licensing for ORNL's additive manufacturing extruders.
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Oct.13, 2017 -
German startup AIM3D is aiming to revolutionize the 3D printer market with its innovative CEM technology. The startup is currently developing the ExAM255, a 3D printer which takes inspiration from injection molding processes to additively manufacture in both metal and plastic.
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Siemens uses Gefertec's 3DMP metal 3D printing technology in electric motor factory
Oct.13, 2017 -
GTarc, the machining system that has been developed by Gefertec, has been put to use at Siemens' Additive Manufacturing Center. It is much more cost-effective and fast than conventional CNC milling methods, and complements Siemens' impressive Smart Factory set-up.
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Oct.13, 2017 -
Joris Laarman has made his U.S. debut with a new 3D printed design exhibition and accompanying book. Featuring furniture generated by algorithms, a 3D printed steel bridge, and downloadable chairs, 'Joris Laarman Lab: Design in the Digital Age,' aims to bring a futurist perspective to the Smithsonian Design Museum's Cooper Hewitt space.
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Fraunhofer IFAM develops metallic FDM 3D printing process suitable for 'all sinterable metals'
Oct.13, 2017 -
Germany's Fraunhofer Institute for Manufacturing Technology and Advanced Materials IFAM (Fraunhofer IFAM) has developed a metallic FDM/FFF 3D printing process. The two-step process involves both extrusion and sintering.
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HP planning low-cost metal additive manufacturing & full-color 3D printing in 2018
Oct.13, 2017 -
HP is planning to release a metal 3D printing platform in 2018, as well as a full-color 3D printing solution. The company says it has developed a 'novel' approach to metal 3D printing, adding that its full-color 3D printing will offer 'mechanically robust' parts.
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Formlabs releases new Dental LT Clear orthodontic 3D printing resin, updates Dental SG resin
Oct.12, 2017 -
3D printing company Formlabs has released a new 3D printing material for the dental industry. The 3D printing material, called Dental LT Clear, is being heralded as the first long-term biocompatible resin for orthodontic applications and devices.
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3D body scanning specialist Twindom launches 2 new products: TwinProtect & HD Retouching
Oct.12, 2017 -
3D body scanning specialist Twindom has launched two new products: TwinProtect,'a specially formulated coating that makes 3D printed portraits UV- and water-resistant, and HD Retouching, a premium 3D portrait process for by texturizing hair, enhancing face details, and increasing clothing realism.
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Youngstown Business Incubator partners with two Israeli 3D printing startups
Oct.12, 2017 -
A partnership has been established between Ohio's Youngstown Business Incubator and Tel Aviv-based business accelerator The Junction. The collaboration will allow two Israeli 3D printing start-ups, NanoFabrica and PrintCB, to gain a foothold in the U.S. market.
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Mooz: 3-in-1 3D printing, laser engraving, CNC carving machine smashes $50K Kickstarter goal
Oct.12, 2017 -
South Korean 3D printing startup Mooz has launched a Kickstarter for its transformable 3D printer, the Mooz. The machine has interchangeable heads for 3D printing, laser engraving, and CNC carving.
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Renishaw to unveil new four-laser RenAM 500Q 3D printer and more at formnext 2017
Oct.12, 2017 -
UK-based Renishaw is gearing up for the third annual formnext 2017, and plans to use the event to unveil its newest products, including the RenAM 500Q four-laser additive manufacturing system.
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Sinterit Lisa 3D printer used to create factory-ready AR 'data glasses'
Oct.12, 2017 -
3D printer company Sinterit and German AR researcher Rigo Herold have collaborated on a pair of SLS 3D printed 'data glasses.' The augmented reality eyewear, optimized for industrial engineering work, can also be used by deaf people.
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FIT AG acquires five EOS M 400-4 metal 3D printers for new additive manufacturing factory
Oct.12, 2017 -
German 3D printing company FIT AG is expanding its industrial AM capacity with the purchase of five EOS M 400-4 3D printers. By investing in the EOS 3D printers, FIT AG is aiming to increase its production of parts for the automotive, motorsport, medical, and aerospace sectors.
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Oct.11, 2017 -
Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a partially 3D printed soft robotic gripper capable of 3D scanning the object it is gripping. 3D printing was used to make the gripper's actuators.
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98HT works with Chinese students to design convertible 3D printed high-heeled shoes
Oct.11, 2017 -
Students from three Chinese universities have teamed up with footwear brand 98HT to rethink the architecture of the high-heeled shoe. By using 3D printing, the collaborative team is developing modular shoes with switchable heels of varying heights.
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3D printed parts help Airbus-built EUTELSAT 172B break electric orbit record
Oct.11, 2017 -
The EUTELSAT 172B satellite, built by Airbus for French satellite operator Eutelsat, has reached geostationary orbit, breaking the record for the fastest satellite electric orbit raising. The satellite contains 3D printed parts.
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One-legged parrot named Pete is supported by 3D printed prosthetic foot
Oct.11, 2017 -
A 34-year-old parrot named Pete can stand and waddle again thanks to a 3D printed prosthetic boot. The blue-crowned mealy Amazon parrot lost his left foot after being attacked in his cage by a fox.
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GE Aviation's 3D printed T901 engine increases Black Hawk helicopter range by 161%
Oct.11, 2017 -
GE Aviation has completed testing on its T901-GE-900 turboshaft engine prototype, made for the US Army's Improved Turbine Engine Program (ITEP) for Apache and Black Hawk helicopters. 3D printing was used to make components of the T901-GE-900 with 'advanced aerodynamic shapes.'
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Check out this 3D printed electric Iron Man skateboard made by James Bruton of XRobots
Oct.11, 2017 -
James Bruton of XRobots has created an Iron Man-inspired electric skateboard as a follow-up to his original electric skateboard made from large-scale 3D printed lego pieces. The skateboard was 3D printed over the course of two UK 3D printing events.
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CBAM creator Impossible Objects raises $6.4M as interest in Model One 3D printer grows
Oct.11, 2017 -
Illinois 3D printing company Impossible Objects has raised $6.4 million in a Series A investment round led by OCA Ventures. Investors included DEA Fund Partners, Mason Avenue Investments, Huizenga Capital Management, and Inflection Equity Partners.
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Queensland State Library to 3D print replica of rare braille globe
Oct.11, 2017 -
The State Library of Queensland and the Queensland Library Foundation are making a 3D printed replica of a rare 1950s braille globe. Created by "godfather of blind children" Richard Frank Tunley, the heritage globe will be restored, replicated, and placed on display in an upcoming Library exhibition, thanks to a $10,000 funding package.
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French surgeons use robot & 3D printed model to fix 6-year-old's spine in world-first surgery
Oct.10, 2017 -
A team of surgeons from the Amiens-Picardie University Hospital in France has successfully performed a complex spinal surgery on a six-year-old boy with the help of a robot and a patient-specific 3D printed model. The procedure was the first of its kind.
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re:3D Gigabot 3D printer provides clever RFID tag solution for Texas firefighters
Oct.10, 2017 -
Texas-based 3D printing company re:3D has installed a Gigabot 3D printer at the Fire Department of Magnolia, Texas. The 3D printer has been used to print some fire hydrant-shaped signage, as well as other functional bits and pieces.
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Dual-extrusion Skriware 2 desktop 3D printer available for $1,599 pre-order
Oct.10, 2017 -
Skriware, a 3D printer manufacturer based in Poland and Sweden, has introduced its latest product: the Skriware 2 3D printer. The machine, which is currently available for pre-order for the reduced price of $1,599, was unveiled yesterday at the Gitex Technology Week 2017 in Dubai.
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IN(3D)USTRY 2017 Report: Major 3D printing figures recognize achievements and look ahead
Oct.10, 2017 -
This year's IN(3D)USTRY expo was an exciting opportunity to review some of the most recent 3D printing breakthroughs and see where manufacturing might be heading in the years to come. Each day had a theme: automotive/aerospace, retail/healthcare, and industrial/EU projects.
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Oct.10, 2017 -
With summer having quickly retreated to give way to a cool fall, we can't imagine we're the only ones who are starting to go into hibernation mode. Fortunately, we've got some great DIY 3D printing projects that will keep us busy over the the chilly autumn season.
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AM UK National Strategy: Britain aims to survive Brexit by becoming global 3D printing leader
Oct.10, 2017 -
AM UK, Britain's independent, government-backed collaboration for developing the country's additive manufacturing industry, has published its 'Additive Manufacturing UK National Strategy 2018-25.' The document outlines what the UK must do to become a global leader in 3D printing.
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ASRC tests 3D printed propellant injector for RD-180 rocket engine successor
Oct.10, 2017 -
The ASRC (Arctic Slope Regional Corporation) Federal Technical Services division, part of the ASRC Alaska Native Corporation, has test-fired a 3D printed subscale propellant injector that could be used on United Launch Alliance's replacement for the Russian-built RD-180 rocket engine.
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International Stem Cell Corporation announces breakthrough with 3D bioprinted liver tissue
Oct.9, 2017 -
California-based biotech firm International Stem Cell Corporation (ISCO) has announced the development of a new 3D bioprinting process which could significantly improve the quality and function of its bioprinted liver tissue.
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Canada's peel 3d introduces 'professional-grade' 3D scanner for under $6K
Oct.9, 2017 -
Canadian company peel 3d is preparing to launch a budget professional-grade 3D scanner. The entry-level scanner features automatic shape recognition and 'robust' software. It costs $5,900.
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PieceMaker moves away from 3D printed toys with re-launch as B2B additive solutions provider
Oct.9, 2017 -
Pittsburgh-based retail 3D printing company PieceMaker, known best for its 3D printed toy partnerships, is re-launching its business as a B2B 3D printing service and solutions provider.
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Wake Forest's 3D bioprinted 'body on a chip' shows how breakthrough cancer drugs affect our organs
Oct.9, 2017 -
Scientists at Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM) in North Carolina have used 3D printing to develop a 'body-on-a-chip' drug testing system. The system consists of micro 'organoid' versions of the heart, lung, and liver.
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Japanese firm MSYS offering 3D printed fetus service to expecting parents
Oct.9, 2017 -
Japanese tech company Marubeni Information Systems Co. (MSYS) has broken into the niche market of 3D printed fetus models in its most recent endeavour. The company is offering a service through which it will create 3D printed models based on people's unborn babies.
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Wearable & orbiting 3D printed antennae can improve India's military and space operations
Oct.9, 2017 -
Two Indian research labs have developed new 3D printed antennae. One, developed at the Indian Space Research Organisation, has been sent to space; the other, made at the National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology, can be worn by soldiers on their military uniforms.
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ACADEMI: Lanterman Group & America Makes launch national 3D printing training program
Oct.9, 2017 -
The Lanterman Group, a 3D printing solutions firm, has teamed up with America Makes, the national accelerator program for 3D printing, to establish a national training program for 3D printing geared toward industry and government.
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Oct.8, 2017 -
SEAT's Head of DKM Models Department, Norbert Martin Olivares, gave a talk at this year's IN3DUSTRY conference. He explained how the Catalonian manufacturer's 3D printing strategy has grown, with specific reference to one of the company's latest vehicles, the Arona.
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IN(3D)USTRY 2017 Report: RESHAPE 2017 awards ceremony
Oct.7, 2017 -
The awards for this year's Reshape 2017: Programmable Skins competition were announced at IN3DUSTRY 2017. After a fascinating roundtable on the future of consumer wearable tech, a team of Russian designers received the top prize for their adaptable spinal support system, GS3.
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Austrian manufacturer Overtec completes some of the first 3D printed concrete curves
Oct.6, 2017 -
Austrian manufacturing company Overtec is breaking new ground 3D printing concrete in virtually any shape, even the most elaborate curves and twists. As companies such as Cazza Construction Technologies in Dubai increasingly invest in the possibilities of 3D printing houses ' and maybe entire cities one day ' Overtec is sending a clear message that it wants to play an important role in that forward-thinking vision.
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Silicon Valley's Tytus3D launches sub-$300K metal 3D printer to rival EOS, SLM Solutions
Oct.6, 2017 -
Silicon Valley 3D printing startup Tytus3D has developed its first metal 3D printer. At under $300,000, the Tytus 3D printer can print with a minimum layer height of 20 microns. The company says its machine is easier to use than EOS and SLM Solutions 3D printers.
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PrintDry's new filament containers keep your 3D printing materials dry and organized
Oct.6, 2017 -
PrintDry, a Canada-based 3D printing company, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its new PrintDry Filament Container. Designed to keep your filaments dry and safe from moisture, the filament containers comes in packs of six for as little as CA$48 ($38).
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France's 3DCeram partners with Japanese firm Sinto to expand ceramic 3D printing in Asia and US
Oct.6, 2017 -
French ceramic 3D printing company 3DCeram has entered into a new alliance with Japanese industrial manufacturer Sinto. 3DCeram is confident that the partnership will enable it to not only improve its technologies, but also expand into the Asian and American markets.
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3D printed 'watt-r' cart uses solar power to make water collection easier
Oct.6, 2017 -
A solar-powered cart called 'watt-r' could revolutionize the way people collect water in places like rural Africa. Made with 3D printed components, the low-cost transportation device uses solar energy to power a small motor, allowing users to carry water in a more effective way.
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iMedTech launches project to 3D print prostheses for 1000 breast cancer survivors
Oct.6, 2017 -
Just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, South African prosthetics company iMedTech has launched a new initiative for low-income breast cancer survivors. Spearheaded by iMedTech founder and acclaimed mechanical engineer Nneile Nkholise, the new project will 3D print 1000 prosthetic breasts for 1000 mastectomy patients in need.
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IN(3D)USTRY 2017 Report: Natural Robotics previews Vit SLS 3D printer
Oct.5, 2017 -
3ders got an interview with Hector Esteller, of Natural Robotics, at this year's IN3DUSTRY expo. The Barcelona-based company was demonstrating its new, affordable SLS 3D printer, the Vit SLS, at the conference.
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Naomi 'SexyCyborg' Wu 3D prints on the go with awesome wearable 3D printer
Oct.5, 2017 -
Chinese maker Naomi 'SexyCyborg' Wu, known for her provocative 3D printed wearables, has built a 3D printer backpack which she wore while riding the subway.
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Oct.5, 2017 -
Researchers at MIT have found a way to control the activity of freezing droplets hitting surfaces, allowing them to determine whether a droplet will stick, bounce, or 'self-peel.' The discovery could have an impact on future 3D printers and other technologies.
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Oct.5, 2017 -
Global aerospace and defense company Lockheed Martin has signed multiple new agreements with Australian universities that will see the company collaborate on a number of aerospace and 3D printing-related projects. The partners include Melbourne's RMIT University, the University of Sydney, and Curtin University.
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3D printed vertebrae helping Nottingham spinal surgeons practice 'very delicate' procedures
Oct.5, 2017 -
Researchers at the UK's Nottingham Trent University are 3D printing replica human vertebrae to help train spinal surgeons. The 3D printed vertebrae look, behave, and feel like the real thing, and could aid surgeons looking to perform procedures such as laminectomies.
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Spain's FLM and Vodafone launch 3D printing training initiative for people with spinal injuries
Oct.5, 2017 -
The Spanish foundation for medullary injury (FLM) has teamed up with the Vodafone Spain foundation to develop and launch an initiative which will offer people with spinal cord injuries technological training. The program will feature 3D design and 3D printing courses.
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voxeljet's new PPC2 plastic 3D printing promises higher resolution for investment casting
Oct.5, 2017 -
German 3D printer manufacturer voxeljet AG has announced the imminent release of a new PMMA 3D printing process called PolyPor C2 (or PPC2). The new technique reportedly enables the production of high quality investment casting parts.
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Amazon buys 3D body scanning startup Body Labs for estimated $50-70M
Oct.5, 2017 -
International online shopping giant Amazon has acquired New York City startup Body Labs, a specialist in 3D body scanning. The deal may have cost between $50 million and $70 million.
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Oct.4, 2017 -
Symbiolab, an open source biolab at the IRNAS Institute in Slovenia, has developed a new 3D bioprinter. The Vitaprint platform uses 2 extruders and sterile syringes to fabricate woodpile structures, scaffolds, and more. Elsewhere, the FDA has approved 2 new 3D printed spine implants.
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WASP's 3D printed set pieces ready to take center stage at 'Fra Diavolo' opera
Oct.4, 2017 -
Italian 3D printing company WASP has been working hard over the past few months to help realize the set design for the upcoming performances of Fra Diavolo at the Opera Theater in Rome. With just days until opening night, the stunning 3D printed set pieces are ready for the spotlight.
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Materialise acquires ACTech, full-service manufacturer of complex metal parts for up to €36.3M
Oct.4, 2017 -
Materialise has today announced the acquisition of ACTech, a Germany-based leader in producing limited runs of highly complex cast metal parts.
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U.S. Marines test adaptable 3D printed SUAS drones
Oct.4, 2017 -
Marines from the 2nd Marine Division are using 3D printing to manufacture small unmanned aerial systems (SUAS). This particular drone project is taking place at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina.
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3D printing, composite materials help GKN develop next-gen vehicles at new UK facility
Oct.4, 2017 -
British automotive and aerospace company GKN has officially opened a new Innovation Centre in Oxfordshire. The facility will be dedicated to the development of next-gen technologies for the company's automotive business, including custom 3D printed parts, composite materials, and more.
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Think sharing phones is a bad call? 3D printed 3-in-1 'lending' smartphone could be the answer
Oct.4, 2017 -
Researchers in Canada and New Hampshire have used 3D printing to develop a modular 3-in-1 smartphone, ideal for lending to strangers. The prototype consists of three smartphones in a 3D printed case, giving the owner total control over how much access the borrower is permitted.
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Nigerian startup Elephab aims to increase local manufacturing with 3D printing
Oct.4, 2017 -
3D printing startup Elephab is aiming to bring production back to its home country of Nigeria through the 3D printing of replacement parts. The promising company recently closed its first funding round, attracting the attention of VC firm Beta Ventures.
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Ohio startup Freshmade 3D bowls over public with AMClad 3D printing material
Oct.4, 2017 -
Freshmade 3D, an Ohio-based 3D printing startup, has developed a new 3D printing material that is strong enough to be made into bowling balls. The material, AMClad, is an isotropic Engineered Sand Composite that is ideal for 3D printing 'large, functional, and strong objects.'
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Safran Helicopter Engines' new Aneto engines contain 3D printed components
Oct.3, 2017 -
Safran Helicopter Engines has launched Aneto, a new family of high-power engines. The Aneto-1K, which is being used in aerospace company Leonardo's AW189K helicopter, has 3D printed components in its combustion chamber, as well as 3D printed inlet guide vanes.
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3D Hubs users can now order 3D printed tools and molds made from Somos PerFORM
Oct.3, 2017 -
Royal DSM, a Dutch multinational specializing in life and materials sciences, has entered into a new partnership with 3D printing service 3D Hubs. Through the agreement, 3D Hubs clients will now have the opportunity to order their prints in Royal DSM's Somos PerFORM material.
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Apple acquires patent for AR-compatible 3D printing system
Oct.3, 2017 -
Apple has just acquired a patent that could change the face of 3D printing as we know it. Published on the US patent database earlier today, the new innovation encompasses a highly advanced 3D printing system which is compatible with Augmented Reality (AR) devices, and more specifically, AR glasses.
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Oct.3, 2017 -
The European Federation of Chemical Engineering (EFCE) has given awards to some innovative chemical engineering projects at the 10th World Congress of Chemical Engineering. One of the awards went to Air Liquide for a 3D printed reactor used to improve hydrogen production.
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Luxexcel receives additional €4M investment to develop 3D printed lenses for VR and AR
Oct.3, 2017 -
Dutch optics manufacturer Luxexcel has received a new investment of 4 million Euros, which it will be using to expand the functionality of its industrial 3D printed lens platform. Manufacturers of VR and AR equipment will work with Luxexcel to integrate the company's corrective opthalmic lenses into their products.
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Rolls-Royce & AMAZE use light 10x brighter than the sun to improve 3D printed aircraft engine blades
Oct.3, 2017 -
Rolls-Royce has teamed up with AMAZE, a collaboration of 26 European institutions from academia, research, and industry, to improve additive manufacturing processes using the Diamond Light Source synchrotron, which produces incredibly bright flashes of light.
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GE Healthcare opens first European medical 3D printing center in Uppsala, Sweden
Oct.3, 2017 -
GE Healthcare, a subsidiary of General Electric, has officially opened its first healthcare-oriented European 3D printing facility. Called the Innovative Design and Advanced Manufacturing Technology Center for Europe, the facility is located in Uppsala, Sweden.
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Oct.3, 2017 -
ING, a Dutch bank and financial services company, has compiled a report that says 3D printing could 'wipe out' almost a quarter of world trade by 2060. The report predicts a reduction in cross-border trade, with locally 3D printed parts eliminating the need for importing and exporting.
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3D bioprinted living retina project awarded $90K by National Eye Institute
Oct.3, 2017 -
The National Eye Institute (NEI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has awarded $90,000 to a team from the University of Maryland for its proposal to develop a living model of a human retina with the help of 3D printing.
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Futurist Christopher Barnatt's review: 3D Printing Innovations at the TCT Show 2017
Oct.2, 2017 -
From 26 to 28 September 2017, the TCT Show was held in Birmingham in the United Kingdom. The largest such event to date, this showcased the wares and talents of over 250 3D printing and additive manufacturing organizations.
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SPoE: a full-color multi-surface printer made with 3D printed parts
Oct.2, 2017 -
SPoE, a printer which 'Simply Prints on Everything,' has just launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter. The printer, which is being prototyped with 3D printing, is described as a 'free-standing printer' which can print (two-dimensionally) on virtually any surface.
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Army scientists could use urine to charge 3D printed drones that eat themselves
Oct.2, 2017 -
Scientists at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory have discovered that a recently engineered aluminum nano-powder can rapidly produce hydrogen when mixed with urine. The powder could be used to make 3D printed robots that 'feed off their own structures' and self-destruct after missions.
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Australian university 3D prints scaled-up virus particles for tactile health education
Oct.2, 2017 -
A team from the Central Queensland University in Australia is teaching students about micro-biology by 3D printing large-scale models of microscopic virus particles. The 3D printed learning aids offer a more dynamic and tactile way for students to learn about viruses.
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Farsoon channels 'CAMS' tech to develop FS1000P, largest nylon SLS 3D printer on market
Oct.2, 2017 -
Chinese 3D printing company Farsoon Technologies has announced the development of the FS1000P, a large-format 3D printer made with the company's Continuous Additive Manufacturing Solution (CAMS) technology. The first commercial FS1000P will be ready for the TCT Asia show in 2018.
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US Marines' 'Ripper Lab' used to manufacture 3D printed 'Nibbler' drones in Middle East
Oct.2, 2017 -
A U.S. Marine Corps task force has set up a 3D printing lab on the ground in the Middle East, using it to 3D print quadcopter drones, tools, medical supplies, and more. Dubbed the 'Ripper Lab,' the facility is allowing the task force to print devices and replacement parts on-demand.
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TU Wien physicists develop material analysis method for 3D printing at 'dust particle' scale
Oct.2, 2017 -
Physicists at the Vienna University of Technology (TU Wien) have developed a new analysis method that could vastly improve the accuracy of resin 3D printing by identifying materials with suitable initiator molecules. The method uses ultra-short laser pulses and beam-splitting prisms.
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Go Prosthetics: CU Boulder student develops $300 3D printed prosthetic limbs for amputees
Oct.2, 2017 -
Peter 'Max' Armstrong, a mechanical engineering student at the University of Colorado Boulder, is developing functional and low-cost prosthetics made with the help of 3D printing technology. Each limb costs just $300 to fabricate.
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Oct.1, 2017 -
Ever wondered what extraterrestrial music sounds like? Wonder no more: visitors of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art got a taste of some 'alien' instrumentation last week, thanks to a sound installation by Berlin artists Kata Kov'cs and Tom O'Doherty that captures the unexplained signals emitted by the Lincoln Experimental Satellite.
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