French woman suffering from gunshot wound receives 3D printed 'reverse shoulder prosthesis'
Sep.30, 2017 -
One lucky patient in France has become one of the first to sport a 3D printed shoulder implant following an almost deadly accident. Nathalie Dufaut Danjon was shot with a hunting rifle a little over two years ago, a near-fatal accident that saw a bullet penetrate her shoulder joint through the front, and exit through the back of her shoulder blade.
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Sep.29, 2017 -
Here's another 3D printing news roundup, in case anything passed you by recently. The latest developments include a new resin 3D printer, a 3D printed jewellery collection, and much more besides.
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Modern Meadow reveals its pioneering 3D bio-printed leather, Zoa
Sep.29, 2017 -
A New Jersey-based startup has produced a material that is almost indistinguishable from animal leather, using 3D bio-printing. Modern Meadow's technique vastly improves efficiency as well as environmental impact, and a prototype garment made from Zoa will soon be exhibited at MoMA.
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Formlabs prints 15-foot-wide FUSE Pavilion using Fuse 1 & Form 2 3D printers
Sep.29, 2017 -
Massachusetts-based 3D printing company Formlabs has used its Fuse 1 SLS 3D printer and Form 2 SLA printer to fabricate the FUSE Pavilion, a nylon and fiberglass structure that spans 150 square feet and fits three people inside.
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Finland's VTT adopts plasma tech for developing advanced metal 3D printing powders
Sep.29, 2017 -
VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland, a state-owned research and technology company, has adopted a new plasma technology for producing metal 3D printing materials. The new equipment is enabling VTT to 'accelerate and streamline' its industrial production and product development processes.
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Sep.29, 2017 -
The Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT has developed a novel process for micro-welding battery cells and power electronics. The technology, which uses microjoining and can be used in combination with 3D printing, is known as Laser-Based Tape-Automated Bonding, or LaserTAB.
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3D printed heart valve models used in pre-surgical planning to improve TAVR surgery
Sep.29, 2017 -
A joint team from the Piedmont Heart Institute and the Georgia Institute of Technology has created patient-specific 3D printed heart valve models to improve pre-surgical planning processes for transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) surgery.
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Sep.29, 2017 -
Cazza Construction, the Silicon Valley startup that has promised to 'revolutionize' construction using additive manufacturing, has offered a first glimpse at its Cazza X1 3D printing robot. The company says the robot could rebuild homes in disaster zones like the areas hit by Hurricane Harvey.
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The Dutch Navy is 3D scanning its entire fleet
Sep.29, 2017 -
The Dutch Navy has embarked on a new mission of the virtual variety: 3D scanning its entire fleet. The ambitious undertaking has arisen at the behest of Marinebedrijf Koninklijke Marine, the Dutch contractor in charge of maintaining the Royal Netherlands Navy vessels, which is working with Luxembourg 3D scanning company Artec 3D.
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Origami inspires development of 3D printed TWISTER robots at Case Western Reserve
Sep.28, 2017 -
A team of researchers at Case Western Reserve University has been working on a soft robotics project that takes inspiration from origami. The novel tower structure is made up of layers of 3D printed polygons fitted together, and can deform in useful ways.
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Australia's MCRI takes on kidney research with Organovo 3D bioprinter
Sep.28, 2017 -
Melbourne's Murdoch Children's Research Institute has just installed a new 3D bioprinter, which is the first of its kind in Australia. The institute will be partnering with bioprinting company Organovo to develop techniques that will further research into kidney problems.
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Sep.28, 2017 -
Researchers at the University of Michigan have devised a vapor-jet 3D printing technique'for depositing drug doses onto a variety of surfaces, including dissolvable Listerine tabs. The process could be employed in pharmacies, hospitals, and other locations.
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Intamsys updates FUNMAT HT and PRO 3D printers for high-performance materials
Sep.28, 2017 -
Chinese company Intamsys Technology Co. Ltd. is one of the many 3D printer manufacturers attending this year's TCT Show in Birmingham, UK. And while the company isn't rolling out any major new products, it has announced a number of updates to its FUNMAT HT and PRO 3D printers.
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Sep.28, 2017 -
3D printing developments never stop coming, but luckily we've got another 3D printing news roundup for you. Recent stories include ShareBot joining Techniplas' innovation program and Stratasys expanding options for users of its J750 color 3D printer.
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EPFL's 3D printed 'Envirobot' is a modular robot that swims like an eel & detects water pollution
Sep.28, 2017 -
Researchers from Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne in Switzerland have used 3D printing to develop 'Envirobot,' a modular, eel-like swimming robot that can collect environmental data and deliver it to scientists in real time.
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Open source 3D printed weather station could improve farming in developing regions
Sep.28, 2017 -
The Science Museum of Virginia in Richmond is now home to a fully functioning 3D printed weather station. The weather measuring and monitoring device cost only $400 to make and could help improve farming in developing regions of the world.
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China's UnionTech unveils affordable 'PILOT' SLA 3D printers at TCT Show
Sep.28, 2017 -
Shanghai Union Technology Corporation is launching its PILOT stereolithography (SLA) 3D printers at the TCT Show 3D printing event, which wraps up today in Birmingham, UK. PILOT 3D printers offer 'excellent surface aesthetics, application range, [and] ease of use.'
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Makers can now design, 3D print & sell Valve merchandise through new Shapeways agreement
Sep.28, 2017 -
Video game developer Valve has teamed up with 3D printing service Shapeways to offer makers the chance to customize, 3D print, and even sell 3D models based on its merchandise. The announcement is sure to excite fans of Half-Life, Portal, Dota 2, and Counter-Strike.
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Are Belarus and Russia's Novosibirsk medical technopark collaborating on 3D printed implants?
Sep.27, 2017 -
The Belarus government will reportedly begin working in collaboration with Russia's Novosibirsk medical technopark to develop 3D printed implants and other medical devices. The cooperation was hinted at during a visit to the medical technology center by Belarus' Prime Minister Andrei Kobyakov.
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Chinese company XDM 3D Printing Technology claims new XDM750 is world's largest SLM 3D printer
Sep.27, 2017 -
XDM 3D Printing Technology, a 3D printing company based in Suzhou, China, claims to have developed the world's largest selective laser melting (SLM) 3D printer. The XDM750 has a build volume of 750 x 750 x 500 mm, larger than Concept Laser's X LINE 2000R.
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Paul Kohlhaussen's panoramic 3D printed K-Pan camera can now be snapped up on Kickstarter
Sep.27, 2017 -
London-based photographer and designer Paul Kohlhaussen has launched a Kickstarter campaign for a 3D printed medium-format panoramic camera. The K-Pan, which shoots five 6 x 14 cm frames per roll of 120 film, is available for £270 ($360) in kit form.
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Amazing 3D printed cafe by MX3D and BBA opens tomorrow at Miami's Perez Art Museum
Sep.27, 2017 -
As of tomorrow, visitors of the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) will be able to order their coffees and lunches from an actual 3D printed cafe. The new cafe, nestled on the Miami waterfront, is called Cucuyo.
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UAE's $137M Mars Science City will simulate life on Mars & contain a 3D printed space museum
Sep.27, 2017 -
The United Arab Emirates will attempt to build a city that simulates living on Mars. The $137 million Mars Science City will span 1.9 million square feet, and will contain a space museum with walls 3D printed using sand from the desert.
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Ultimaker focuses on 3D printing software with new Ultimaker Cura and Cura Connect
Sep.27, 2017 -
3D printing company Ultimaker has announced that it is launching a whole new software strategy for its 3D printing systems. The strategy will initially consist of an updated version of slicing software Ultimaker Cura and Cura Connect.
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Powder & Heat makes 3D printed glasses easy on the eyes
Sep.26, 2017 -
A German design label is keen to show the world that 3D printed eyewear is here to stay. Powder & Heat, the Munich-based company marketing its merchandise as the world's first high quality 3D printed glasses in a variety of colours, was recently awarded the German Design Award and the Red Dot Design Award 2017.
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Haydale Graphene Industries makes first sale of 3D printing products in China
Sep.26, 2017 -
Haydale Graphene Industries has made its first sale of 3D printing products in China. The sale was made through its shareholding partner, Everpower, and more orders should be forthcoming if the products are applied successfully.
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Father-and-son startup Cubibot launches $199 3D printer on Kickstarter
Sep.26, 2017 -
San Diego startup Cubibot LLC has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its eponymous debut 3D printer, the Cubibot. Early backers can secure the FDM 3D printer, which is described as 'sleek and user-friendly,' for $199.
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Stratasys' VeroFlex 3D printing material can put new sunglasses on shelves 'in 8 weeks or less'
Sep.26, 2017 -
Stratasys has introduced a new eyewear 3D printing solution. The VeroFlex Rapid Prototyping Eyewear Solution can be used to greatly the reduce the time-to-market of eyewear - from up to 15 months to as little as eight weeks.
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Carbon cuts 3D printing resin costs by 40% with new bulk offering
Sep.26, 2017 -
3D printing company Carbon will be slashing the cost of its polymer 3D printing resins through a new materials program that will offer bulk packaging for the materials at a much lower cost than before (up to 40% less).
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FELIXprinters launches $1,300 FELIX Tec 4 3D printer at TCT Show
Sep.26, 2017 -
Netherlands-based 3D printer company FELIXprinters has launched its latest FDM 3D printer at the TCT Show in Birmingham, UK. The FELIX Tec 4 follows the FELIX Tec 3, and is available in single and dual extruder models.
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New BCN3D Sigmax 3D printer boasts wide build volume and dual extrusion printing
Sep.26, 2017 -
Barcelona-based 3D printer company BCN3D will be launching its newest 3D printer today at Birmingham's TCT Show for additive manufacturing. The new machine, the BCN3D Sigmax, is a fused deposition modeling (FDM) 3D printer notable for its large print volume.
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3D printed blood vessels could be key to sustaining lab-grown tissue
Sep.25, 2017 -
A Dutch scientist is researching how 3D printing could help sustain lab-grown tissue. Using advanced 3D printing techniques, University of Twente professor Jeroen Leijten can implement a network of blood vessels for releasing these nutrients into fresh skeletal tissue. According to him, it could ensure long-term survival, effectively changing how we engineer human tissue.
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Polymaker's new PolyBox promises to keep your 3D printing filaments safe and dry
Sep.25, 2017 -
Polymaker, a manufacturer of 3D printing materials, has just launched it latest product: PolyBox. The new 3D printer accessory, which is retailing for $69.99, is a dry storage box that is designed to keep your printing filaments dry and safe from humidity.
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Prusa Printers releases $749 Original i3 MK3, its 'smartest' 3D printer
Sep.25, 2017 -
Prusa Printers, Josef Prusa's popular RepRap 3D printer company, has released a new 3D printer. The Original Prusa i3 MK3 comes with a filament sensor, improved magnetic MK52 heatbed, and Trinamic2130 drivers with layer shift detection. It costs $749 (kit) or $999 (assembled).
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MIO: Spiff up your dental care routine with luxury 3D printed metal toothbrush
Sep.25, 2017 -
Italian manufacturer Zare has teamed up with Nussbaumer Design to design and manufacturing a stunning new dental tool: a 3D printed toothbrush made from either stainless steel or titanium.
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ESA targets 3D printed Moon Village by 2030, expects 'lunar children' shortly after
Sep.25, 2017 -
The European Space Agency (ESA) has come up with a bold prediction regarding the future of the Moon, Earth's only natural satellite. It says a small number of settlers could start building a 3D printed village there by 2030, adding that there could be 1,000 moon citizens by 2050.
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Realistic 3D printed finger could make smartphone fingerprint scanners harder to hack
Sep.25, 2017 -
A team of researchers from Michigan State University has developed a realistic fingerprint model with the help of 3D printing that will allow other researchers to test and improve fingerprint scanners.
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Woman fitted with 3D printed teeth by autonomous robot dentist
Sep.25, 2017 -
A robot has carried out a dental operation all by itself. The one-hour surgery took place in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, China, and involved a robot following a pre-programmed set of commands to implant two 3D printed teeth into a woman's mouth.
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APeJ region's 3D printer market sees 106% growth in 2016, China remains major growth driver
Sep.25, 2017 -
A new report issued by the International Data Corporation (IDC) has shown that the Asia/Pacific (excluding Japan) region (APeJ) has seen its 3D printer sales and shipments grow by an astounding 106% in 2016 from the previous year.
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Michigan engineers design open source 3D printed rotating lab mixer
Sep.24, 2017 -
Two Michigan researchers have developed a 3D printed an open source rotating mixer. Published in the academic journal Applied Sciences, the findings by Dhwani K. Trivedi and Joshua Pearce of Michigan Technical University, provide complete designs and instructions for 3D printing the state-of-the-art hardware at only a tenth of the regular cost.
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Conference in Tallinn addresses future effects of 3D printing on world of employment
Sep.24, 2017 -
A group of politicians, business leaders, and E.U representatives recently gathered in Tallinn to discuss the future of the world of work. 3D printing and other digital technologies are revolutionizing the way industry operates, and social security measures will need to be adapted to maintain employment levels.
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3D-printed, remora-inspired robot can cling to shark skin underwater thanks to ultrastrong sucker
Sep.23, 2017 -
A team of researchers has developed a new 3D printed robot that uses suction to cling tightly to surfaces underwater. Modelled after the Remora, the robot can withstand forces up to 340 times its own weight while clinging, and it could be used to track underwater animal behaviour.
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Sep.22, 2017 -
Here's another summary of 3D printing news stories you might have missed, to keep you up to speed with the latest developments. Recently we saw'Formalloy release'a new 3D printer, UK's Lancaster University appoint a new metal 3D printing research chair, and much more besides.
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Renishaw's 3D printed skull implants now post-processed 80% faster thanks to Rösler tech
Sep.22, 2017 -
Metal 3D printing specialist Renishaw has managed to drastically reduce post-processing times for its 3D printed titanium skull implants thanks to an innovative sliding technology developed by Dutch company Rösler.
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Sep.22, 2017 -
Apis Cor, a construction 3D printing startup based in Russia and San Francisco, has raised $6 million in investment from the Rusnano Sistema Sicar venture fund. Apis Cor's robotic 3D printer can purportedly 3D print an entire house in a day.
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Diffuse reflection gives colorFABB's new nGen_LUX 3D printing filament a sparkling finish
Sep.22, 2017 -
Dutch 3D printing filament specialist colorFABB has launched nGen_LUX, a co-polyester filament with an extraordinary finish. Diffuse reflection means light shining on an nGen_LUX 3D printed part will scatter in many directions, producing an appearance that looks entirely non-printed.
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German scientists using ViscoTec print heads to 3D print multi-material electric motor parts
Sep.22, 2017 -
Scientists from the Technical University of Chemnitz in Germany are using a novel multi-material additive manufacturing process to produce electric motors. The team has demonstrated how to manufacture ceramic and metal-based motor components that increase the overall efficiency of the device.
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3D printing a nova: scientists recreate binary star system explosion in 3D
Sep.22, 2017 -
A group of scientists have used 3D modeling and 3D printing to physically recreate (on a tiny scale) the explosion pattern of a star located 25,000 light-years from Earth.
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Sep.21, 2017 -
Time waits for no man, and neither does the 3D printing world. We're a little more patient at 3ders though, so here's another quick round-up of recent developments you might have missed. Stories include an award being granted for 3D printed wind turbine blades, SLM Solutions getting its biggest-ever contract, and more besides.
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Sep.21, 2017 -
With all the big industrial 3D printing news we've been seeing, it can sometimes be easy to overlook smaller, more grassroots 3D printing projects. Don't worry though, because we've got some great 3D printing projects for you right here.
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Idaho National Lab's 'AMAFT' makes 3D printed nuclear fuel that reduces risk of meltdown
Sep.21, 2017 -
Researchers at Idaho National Laboratory (INL) are using 3D printing in a new method for producing advanced nuclear fuels. Producing U3Si2'fuels with Additive Manufacturing as an Alternative Fabrication Technique (AMAFT) could improve both fuel cycle economics and safety.
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Low-cost 3D printed breast pump could improve breastfeeding for mothers in developing regions
Sep.21, 2017 -
A team of students from Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland has designed a low-cost 3D printed breast pump device that could ease the breastfeeding process for malnourished mothers in developing regions of the world.'
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Sep.21, 2017 -
McLaren Applied Technologies, a high-performance technology and design company and part of the famous McLaren Group, has used 3D scanning on 'Project Invincible,' a personalized healthcare solution'that uses the same materials going into next season's McLaren Formula 1 car.
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CMS and Fraunhofer IWU developing 'CMS Kreator' hybrid thermoplastic 3D printing system
Sep.21, 2017 -
Italian machining specialist CMS has announced a new partnership with the Fraunhofer Institute for Machine Tools and Forming Technology (Fraunhofer IWU) through which they will jointly develop a hybrid system for 3D printing and machining thermoplastic composite parts.
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HRL Laboratories 3D prints high-strength aluminum, solves age-old welding problem with nanoparticles
Sep.21, 2017 -
HRL Laboratories, a Boeing-owned corporate R&D lab located in Malibu, California, has developed a technique for successfully 3D printing high-strength aluminum alloys, including Al7075 and Al6061. The technique could have big implications for aerospace and automotive.
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Metal 3D printer company Titomic raises $5.2M through IPO, sees promising debut on ASX
Sep.21, 2017 -
Titomic, an Australian additive manufacturing company known for its 'Kinetic Fusion' metal 3D printing technology, has seen a more than promising debut on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX).
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3D Printing News Roundup: Thor3D, Materialise, Structo, EOS, Arup teams with 3Dealise, Stryker, more
Sep.20, 2017 -
Here's another 3D printing news round-up, keeping you up to date with the smaller goings-on in the 3D printing world. Stories include Thor3D releasing a new calibration tool, Materialise teaming up with Structo, and more besides.
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4 Kickstarter 3D printing projects to check out: 3D printed robots, RPG terrain, maker's vise
Sep.20, 2017 -
In recent years, Kickstarter has played a key role in the rise of many a 3D printer startup. But it's also a great place to find fun little 3D printed toys and gadgets. Here are four 3D printing projects live on the crowdfunding platform right now, from educative robots to fantasy gaming terrain.
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Geeetech E180 mini 3D printer hits Kickstarter for just $199
Sep.20, 2017 -
Geeetech, a Shenzhen-based 3D printer manufacturer, has unveiled the E180, a mini 3D printer and upgraded version of its predecessor, the Me Ducer. The company has launched a crowdfunding campaign for its new creation, priced at $199, a third less than its retail price.
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Kai Parthy's new LAYWOODmeta5 3D printing filament is climate-responsive and floats on water
Sep.20, 2017 -
Kai Parthy, 3D printing expert and wood filament pioneer, has introduced a new 'cardboard-like' wood 3D printing material called LAYWOODmeta5. The rough-surfaced material floats in water and is thermally isolating, making it an ideal material for cup holders and similar products.
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Digital Metal's DM P2500 binder jetting 3D printer prints 42-micron metal layers at 100 cm2 per hour
Sep.20, 2017 -
Digital Metal, part of the metal powder-producing Höganäs Group in Sweden, has started production on the DM P2500, a high-precision binder jetting metal 3D printer that can produce 'smaller and more intricate components than any previous technology.'
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T3D's compact smartphone 3D printer available on Kickstarter for as little as $219
Sep.20, 2017 -
Taiwan-based 3D printer startup T3D has launched its first product, the T3D mobile 3D printer, via a Kickstarter campaign. The low-cost 3D printer, which prints directly using your smartphone or tablet, still has early bird deals available for as little as $219.
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MX3D says 3D printed steel bridge in Amsterdam 'one-third printed,' expects June 2018 finish
Sep.20, 2017 -
MX3D, a robotic additive manufacturing company based in Amsterdam, has offered an update on its long-mooted 3D printed steel bridge. The bridge, designed by Joris Laarman and funded by Autodesk, is one-third complete, and should be finished around June next year.
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Sinterit Lisa SLS 3D printer now available for €4,990, 50% less than before
Sep.20, 2017 -
Polish 3D printer manufacturer Sinterit has made an announcement that is sure to please the maker community: it is slashing the cost of its Sinterit Lisa SLS 3D printer by roughly 50 per cent. The 3D printer is now available for as little as €44,990 ($5,960).
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Designer Simone Leonelli's 'Blurred Boundaries' between art, fashion, and 3D printing
Sep.19, 2017 -
3ders recently spoke to fashion designer Simone Leonelli about his process and a recent exhibition held in Perth, New Zealand. He uses 3D printing to speed up his production process as well as making the design phase much more flexible, and was inspired by the sea for his recent 'Blurred Boundaries' show.
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New AI algorithm can transform any 2D image of a face into a 3D model
Sep.19, 2017 -
A team of researchers from the University of Nottingham and Kingston University in the UK have developed a new algorithm that can transform a 2D photo of a face into a pretty accurate 3D image.
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Columbia researchers develop 3D printed soft robotic muscles that are 3x stronger than yours
Sep.19, 2017 -
Researchers at Columbia Engineering, the engineering department of New York's Columbia University, have developed a 3D printed synthetic soft muscle with an 'intrinsic expansion ability.' The incredible actuator, which paves the way for fully soft robots, can lift 1,000 times its own weight.
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French ceramic 3D printing company 3DCeram reports 70% growth in 2016
Sep.19, 2017 -
3DCeram, a ceramic 3D printing company based in Limoges, France, has announced that is has grown substantially over the past year. With a turnover of roughly 2 million euros in 2016, the company says it has grown by a whopping 70% since 2015.
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NASA test-fires first 3D printed rocket engine igniter made from 2 metal alloys
Sep.19, 2017 -
NASA has successfully tested a prototype for a 3D printed rocket engine component made from two different metal alloys. The 3D printed rocket part underwent thorough tests over the summer at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama.
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Finland's VTT developing 3D printed bandages that wirelessly send messages to doctors
Sep.19, 2017 -
Researchers at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland are developing 3D printing materials for wound care in hospitals. The materials use cellulose nanofibrils, and have been paired with printed electronics for next-level healthcare.
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Aspect Biosystems to advance 3D bioprinting tissue engineering tech with investment round funding
Sep.19, 2017 -
Aspect Biosystems Ltd., a Canadian biotech company that specializes in developing 3D bioprinted tissues, has wrapped up its first round of institutional financing. The investment round, led by venture capital firm Pangaea Ventures, brought in funding from both existing and new investors.
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3D Printing News Roundup: 3D Systems, Type A Machines, BriteLab, Circuit Launch, CollPlant, BodyCad
Sep.18, 2017 -
The 3D printing world continues to expand, and it's easy to lose track of developments. Luckily we've got another roundup of things you might have missed recently, including, amongst other stories, 3D Systems demonstrating its new software and CollPlant receiving its first order for 3D bioprinting ink.
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Modeclix's customizable 3D printed garments hit the runway at Aarhus Walks on Water
Sep.18, 2017 -
Modeclix, an innovative process for creating wearable 3D printed textiles, took the runway by storm at Aarhus Walks on Water, a fashion and tech event held in the Danish city of Aarhus this past weekend.
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Sprybuild developing 'world's fastest' DLP 3D printers with CPWC tech
Sep.18, 2017 -
Ukrainian 3D printing startup Sprybuild has developed and filed a patent for a new continuous DLP 3D printing technology called CPWC (Continuous Production with Wavefront Converting). The company says the technology could be used to build the fastest DLP 3D printers in the world.
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Rolls-Royce, A*Star & Singapore Aero Engine Services launch S$60M aerospace 3D printing facility
Sep.18, 2017 -
A*Star, Rolls-Royce, and Singapore Aero Engine Services Private Limited (SAESL) have signed a S$60 million ($44.6 million) agreement to establish a facility dedicated to advanced manufacturing for the aerospace industry.
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Sep.18, 2017 -
Align Technology, creator of Invisalign dental technology, is heading toward $1.3 billion in 2017 sales thanks to its 3D scanning and 3D printing method of creating custom-made dental aligners. The company operates between 50 and 60 3D printers at its factory.
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Sep.18, 2017 -
Engineers at MIT have developed a 3D printing method that could allow doctors to deliver several drug or vaccine doses over a period of time with just a single injection. The 'SEAL' technique works by 3D printing cup-like microparticles that can store and seal the drug doses.
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Artist with dwarfism 3D scans and prints sculptures of herself to raise questions about difference
Sep.18, 2017 -
Australian artist Debra Keenahan is subverting a number of things with her new 3D printed artwork. The artist, who was born with achondroplasia dwarfism, has created a series of life-size 3D printed sculptures of herself which are arranged so that they are looking down on viewers.
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Sep.17, 2017 -
Self-described 'bionic pop artist' Viktoria Modesta is taking the art world by storm via a new project with Dutch designer Anouk Wipprecht. Sponsored by Autodesk, "Sonifica" the duo's new set of custom-made prosthetics that go beyond form and function, catapulting into the realm of musical performance.
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Sep.16, 2017 -
Fraunhofer IPA has developed an innovative 3D printed reading aid for visually impaired people. This new 3D printed device will allow people with visual impairments to read books, newspapers, and anything else that they can upload on their smartphone. It has a frame that is strapped to the user's head, with adjustable lenses and a positional sensor.
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Bavarian Research Foundation invests €220,000 in 3D printed heart stent project
Sep.15, 2017 -
The Bavarian Research Foundation has just announced a €220,000 investment in 3D printed heart stents. The NewGen-Stent research project will explore the development of technological solutions to coronary heart disease, the most frequent cause of death in industrialized countries according to the World Health Organization.
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Sep.15, 2017 -
Here's another roundup of recent 3D printing stories, in case you've missed out on'anything lately. A lot has been happening, with EnvisionTEC starting beta testing on a new material for 3D printed footwear, a major bio-printing research collaboration between Canadian company Aspect BioSystems and German researchers, and more besides.
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Sep.15, 2017 -
The Institute of Ceramic Technology (ITC), a Spanish organization dedicated to the country's ceramics industry, has announced it will be furthering its research on ceramic 3D printing through a new initiative called 3DPRINT Advance.
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McGill University engineers use 3D printing to make impenetrable 'fish scale' gloves
Sep.15, 2017 -
A team of mechanical engineers at McGill University in Montreal are drawing inspiration from the animal kingdom in their development of new 3D printed armours. At first glance, conch shells, fish scales, and spider silk have little to do with bullet-proof vests, sports helmets, and protective gloves. But according to McGill engineer Francois Barthelat, there's more than meets the eye in these natural structures.
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Dental startup Candid will send you affordable 3D printed dental aligners in the mail
Sep.15, 2017 -
Candid, a New York City-based dental startup, is offering FDA-approved, 3D printed aligners for those needing mild orthodontic work. The aligners cost $1,900 upfront, around a quarter the cost of popular dental solutions like Invisalign.
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Hinckley's new fully electric 'Dasher' yacht features titanium 3D printed hardware and detailing
Sep.15, 2017 -
Hinckley, a Rhode Island-based yacht manufacturer, recently unveiled what it is calling the world's first 'fully electric luxury yacht.' Called Dasher, the eco-friendly and innovative boat also integrates some specially designed metal 3D printed components.
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Renishaw, Infosys establish end-to-end product development service for metal 3D printing
Sep.15, 2017 -
Engineering and IT services company Infosys and additive manufacturing specialist Renishaw have partnered to offer an end-to-end product development service that utilizes metal 3D printing. The partnership will span Europe, Asia, and North America.
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3D printed 'Techno tortoises' could save endangered South African tortoise species
Sep.15, 2017 -
Last week Autodesk and South African zoologists unveiled a bold new undertaking to save South Africa's endangered tortoise population by way of 3D printed replicas. The 'techno tortoise' project, featuring 3D printed, hand-painted shells, could act as decoys for predators, effectively giving these endangered baby tortoises another stab at life.
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Sogeclair uses voxeljet 3D printer to realize new lightweight aircraft door design
Sep.14, 2017 -
French aviation supplier Sogeclair is the latest aerospace manufacturer to turn to 3D printing technology in order to reduce weight, as well as saving money and materials. It used voxeljet's VX1000 3D printer to produce a precision mold based on a new design, which was then smelted and cast with aluminium.
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AP&C opens new AM facility in Quebec to meet demand for its 3D printing materials
Sep.14, 2017 -
The Canadian materials supplier AP&C has officially opened a new manufacturing facility in the Greater Montreal area, in order to meet increased demand for its products. The company, which is owned by Arcam AB, is due to create a total of 106 new jobs at the factory.
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Sep.14, 2017 -
Researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have 3D printed composite silicone materials that are flexible, stretchable, and possess shape memory behavior. The '4D printed' materials could be used to make form-fitting cushioning for helmets, shoes, and other products.
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Canadian researcher's 3D bioprinted stem cell patch could 'revolutionize' heart disease treatment
Sep.14, 2017 -
A researcher from the University of Saskatchewan is gaining attention for the development of a 3D bioprinted heart patch that could be used to re-grow and repair damaged heart tissue.
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Innofil3D and Polyscope's new ABS Fusion+ filament can be used with water-soluble supports
Sep.14, 2017 -
Dutch company Innofil3D has launched a new ABS 3D printing filament in partnership with Polyscope Polymers. Called ABS Fusion+, the new 3D printer filament is notable for its compatibility with water-soluble PVA supports.
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Model whose skull was rebuilt with 3D printer says additive tech like something from James Bond
Sep.14, 2017 -
Francesca Burr, a British artist and model, has had part of her skull rebuilt with a 3D printer after suffering a horrific injury that left her with a hole in the head. The then 27-year-old suffered memory loss, even forgetting her own middle name.
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Airbus installs first 3D printed titanium part on series production A350 aircraft
Sep.14, 2017 -
European aeronautics leader Airbus has made yet another breakthrough in the fields of 3D printing and aviation: it has successfully installed a titanium 3D printed bracket on an in-series production A350 XWB aircraft.
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Prellis Biologics raises $1.8M to develop microvasculature 3D printing tech for human organ printing
Sep.14, 2017 -
Prellis Biologics, a San Francisco-based human tissue engineering company, says it has invented a new way to create viable human organs using 3D printing. The company has also raised $1.8 million in a seed funding round.
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Nano Dimension unveils larger-format DragonFly 2020 Pro 3D printer for 3D printing electronics
Sep.13, 2017 -
Israel-based 3D printed electronics company Nano Dimension today announced the commercial availability of a new larger-format machine, the DragonFly 2020 Pro 3D Printer.
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MIT's 3D printed 'peel-and-go' structures can fold themselves
Sep.13, 2017 -
MIT researchers have developed a technique for 3D printing expanding polymers that self-fold without heating or water. The technique could be used for printed electronics and, someday, to make 3D printed robots.
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Protea Design's $580 DNA filament extruder can squeeze out 1 kg of material in an hour
Sep.13, 2017 -
Startup Protea Design has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the DNA Extruder, billed as the 'fastest consumer-level extruder on the market.' Backers can secure the filament extruder for $580, lower than its slated retail price of $800.
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3D printed 'Yhnova' social housing project breaks ground near Nantes, France
Sep.13, 2017 -
This past April, an initiative was introduced to 3D print a 95-square-meter social housing building using a technique called BatiPrint3D. The ambitious project, called Yhnova, is now preparing to go into full swing, as the construction job broke ground yesterday.
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Sony Xperia XZ1 users can order 3D prints directly with smartphone scanning app
Sep.13, 2017 -
Users of Sony's new Xperia XZ1 smartphone be able to capture 3D scans using its integrated 3D Creator app, but they will also be able to order 3D prints directly through the app thanks to a collaboration with Sculpteo.
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Britt Michelsen's 3D printed double pendulum fidget spinner is chaotic and addictive
Sep.13, 2017 -
Germany-based chemical engineer Britt Michelsen has made a 3D printed double pendulum fidget spinner that she says is extremely addictive to play with. The 3D printed spinner was a Runner Up in the Instructables Fidget Spinner Design Contest.
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RAMLAB unveils 'world's first class-approved' 3D printed ship propeller for Damen tug boat
Sep.13, 2017 -
RAMLAB has unveiled a prototype for 'the world's first class-approved 3D printed propeller.' Measuring 1,350 mm in diameter, the 3D printed ship propeller was realized in partnership with Autodesk, Damen Shipyards Group, Promarin, and Bureau Veritas.
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Conductive metal inks help Draper develop 3D printed electronics for IoT market
Sep.13, 2017 -
Draper, an engineering firm based in Cambridge, MA, is 3D printing with a conductive metal-based multi-material ink. The company has used the process to embed electronic devices into industrial components.
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Ceramic Constellation Pavilion: New Hong Kong pavilion incorporates over 2,000 3D printed bricks
Sep.12, 2017 -
A massive architecture pavilion in Hong Kong is reaching new heights in the possibilities of 3D printing and robotics. Spearheaded by the University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Architecture and Sino Group property developers, the 'Ceramic Constellation Pavilion' is made up of over 3D printed 2,000 bricks, the first of its kind in the world.
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Ricoh to replace metal tools with Stratasys 3D printed customized, lightweight equivalents
Sep.12, 2017 -
Japanese office electronics supplier Ricoh is the latest manufacturer to take advantage of Stratasys' impressive range of 3D printing solutions. It has replaced all its traditionally machined jigs and fixtures for its assembly line with 3D printed equivalents, improving efficiency and precision.
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Clay-based 'Laponite' bioink suitable for 3D bioprinting scaffolds with optimal drug delivery
Sep.12, 2017 -
A research team from the University of Southampton and the Technische Universitat Dresden has been working with Laponite, a synthetic nanosilicate clay material, to create a 3D printable bioink for making human mesenchymal stem cell structures.
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3D Printing News Roundup: Solvay, Verbatim, Robo 3D, Siemens
Sep.12, 2017 -
Today's 3D printing roundup includes news from Belgium, where chemicals company Solvay has announced plans to produce PEKK polymers for 3D printing in the US. Elsewhere, Germany's Verbatim has a new TPEE material, while Robo 3D is raising money for a 3D printer pre-order pipeline.
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Sep.12, 2017 -
Chinese authorities have announced that 3D printing companies based in the city of Chongqing will now be required to register their business with local police. The registration process is aimed at monitoring 3D printed output to reduce the risk of illegal or dangerous 3D prints.
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Titomic's large-scale Kinetic Fusion 3D printing '10-100x faster' than fastest printers in world
Sep.12, 2017 -
Australian 3D printing company Titomic is commercializing 'Titomic Kinetic Fusion,' a CSIRO-patented additive manufacturing process for titanium alloys. Based on traditional cold spray technologies, the new 3D printing process can print on a 9 x 3 x 1.5 meter scale.
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3D printed Einstein book unveiled at commemorative gala in Montreal
Sep.12, 2017 -
The world's first 3D printed book was recently unveiled at a commemorative gala in Montreal, Canada. The book, which readers may already know about, is called 'Genius: 100 Visions of the Future,' and was created to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Albert Einstein's relativity theory.
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Sep.12, 2017 -
Architects at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have developed 3D printable translucent facade elements for architectural design. The 3D printed building envelope concept, called 'Fluid Morphology,' can provide ventilation, insulation, and shading.
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3D Printing News Roundup: OESH Shoes, Materialise, Prodways
Sep.12, 2017 -
Here's another 3D printing news round-up, in case you've missed anything recently. Stories include National Science Foundation Grant awarded to OESH Shoes, Materialise's 3D printed jaw implants finally hitting the U.S market, and more besides.
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Sep.11, 2017 -
Engineers from Amaero and Monash University in Australia have successfully designed, 3D printed, assembled, and test-fired a rocket engine in just four months. The rocket engine, called Project X, is based on an 'aerospike' design which inverts the structure of traditional rocket engines.
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Virginia student uses 3D printed models to demonstrate mathematical concept of topology
Sep.11, 2017 -
Jonathan Gerhard, a student from James Madison University in Virginia, has 3D printed a series of objects that physically demonstrate the mathematical concepts of topology and homotopy.
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$5.26M investment helps UK's Hobs Group improve SLA 3D printing & 3D scanning facilities
Sep.11, 2017 -
Hobs Group, a British company headquartered in Liverpool, has received £4 million ($5.26M) in investment from the Business Growth Fund (BGF) to improve and expand its range of services, which include 3D printing, 3D scanning, and 3D visualization.
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Chromatose: NZ designer writes & mutates 'DNA' of synthetic 3D printed Venus flytrap
Sep.11, 2017 -
Mark Wilson, a designer from Wellington in New Zealand, has 3D printed a synthetic Venus flytrap that responds to touch just like the real thing. The design, called 'Chromatose,' is a finalist at the Design Awards of the Designers Institute of New Zealand.
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PupilScreen: 3D printed smartphone tool could help football coaches diagnose concussions
Sep.11, 2017 -
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a 3D printed deep learning device called 'PupilScreen' that can determine whether a person requires medical attention for concussion or other traumatic brain injuries (TBIs).
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EVO-tech completes development of new metal 3D printing process, Filament Metal Printing (FMP)
Sep.11, 2017 -
With support from BASF, Austrian 3D printing company EVO-tech has developed a new metal 3D printing process. Known as Filament Metal Printing (FLP), the technique involves a filament that is composed of metal powder and a binding agent. This filament can then be extruded, similar to in the FDM method.
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Dutch designer Rein van der Mast 3D prints bronze Pjotr fountain pen with an Ultimaker
Sep.10, 2017 -
Dutch designer Rein van der Mast (also known as Pjotr) is at it again with a new 3D printed fountain pen, but this time he's taking the technology into his own hands. The new, exquisite writing instrument was printed using a bronze filament from ColorFabb, and posted just recently on van der Mast's website.
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3D printed concrete dome structure is officially opened in Aarhus Harbour, Denmark
Sep.9, 2017 -
Denmark recently saw the unveiling of one of its first major 3D printed concrete structures, in Aarhus harbour. It's a large dome, used as urban furniture. The project was a collaborative effort aimed at investigating the possibilities of 3D printing in the construction industry.
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Thales Group launches new metal 3D printing research and development center in Morocco
Sep.8, 2017 -
Thales Group has recently opened a new center in the capital of Morocco, Casablanca, to advance its metal 3D printing capabilities. The North African region is hoping to develop a strong innovative technological eco-system, with aerospace a particular focus, and this major new investment should help it on its way.
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MIT Printflatables project creates functional inflatable 3D objects by printing folds into fabric
Sep.8, 2017 -
A new 3D printing-based system developed by a team at MIT has been developed, making use of inflatables. It uses a hot iron to seal specific folds into layers of fabric, which upon inflation transforms into a functional 3D object.
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voxeljet unveils new 3D printing process: High Speed Sintering for production of end-use parts
Sep.8, 2017 -
voxeljet AG, a provider of high-speed, large-format 3D printers and on-demand parts services today announced the release of its first 3D printing system based on its new High Speed Sintering (HSS) process.
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Brown University researchers use SLA 3D printers to make biomaterials that 'degrade on demand'
Sep.8, 2017 -
Engineers at Brown University have developed 3D printed biomaterials that can 'degrade on demand.' The materials could be used to fabricate intricately patterned microfluidic devices or to make dynamic cell cultures.
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BioLife4D announces $50M IPO to bring 3D bioprinted hearts to market
Sep.8, 2017 -
BioLife4D, a Chicago-based biotech company, has announced it will be filing an initial public offering (IPO) of $50 million. The company is aiming to bring 'everyday investors' in to support the development and commercialization of its patient-specific 3D bioprinted cardiac tissue.
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7-year-old girl with 3D printed hand wants to make first pitch at every Major League Baseball park
Sep.8, 2017 -
A seven-year-old girl is being invited by Major League Baseball teams from around the United States to give the first pitch using her specially made 3D printed prosthetic hand.
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World-first 3D printed shin transplant stops Australian man from losing leg
Sep.8, 2017 -
Surgeons at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane have performed world-first surgery by implanting a 3D printed shinbone scaffold into the leg of Reuben Lichter, a patient suffering from a severe bone infection.
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Ex-Makerbot CEO Bre Pettis rebrands Other Machine Co. as 'Bantam Tools'
Sep.8, 2017 -
Bre Pettis' rapid prototype tooling company Other Machine Co. has officially been rebranded as 'Bantam Tools,' according to a blog post made two days ago on the company's website. The startup will continue to produce the Othermill under the name Bantam Tools Desktop PCB Milling Machine, but the CNC mill will now be geared towards industry professionals.
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Full-scale 3D printed concrete bicycle bridge destined for Gemert, NL is underway
Sep.7, 2017 -
Exciting news for the people of Gemert in the Netherlands: the first part of a 3D printed bicycle bridge has been delivered to the Dutch town. The bike bridge is being constructed through a collaboration between Dutch construction firm BAM and the Technical University of Eindhoven.
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Sep.7, 2017 -
Here's a round-up of some stories you might have missed in the 3D printing world recently, including a 3D printing technology research center being opened in Ireland, and a new metal 3D printing partnership between LAI International and AddUp.
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Korean researchers develop 3D printable hybrid bio-ink for treating ischemic vascular conditions
Sep.7, 2017 -
A team of researchers in South Korea have successfully demonstrated the potential of a new hybrid 3D printable bio-ink they developed. It was used to create bio-blood vessels that were able to graft on to damaged vascular tissue as well as encourage the proliferation of cell growth in an otherwise hostile environment
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3D printed concrete office-hotel coming to Copenhagen
Sep.7, 2017 -
Danish 3D printing company 3D Printhuset has embarked on the exciting new initiative of 3D printing a Building on Demand (BOD) in Copenhagen. Measuring up at just under 50 square metres, the small 'office hotel' is made of 3D printed concrete, and counts itself as one of the first 3D printed buildings in Europe that meets official regulations.
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Sep.7, 2017 -
A team of researchers led by Argonne National Laboratory, part of the U.S Department of Energy, has been investigating how defects form in 3D printed parts. Making use of X-ray based recording equipment, they were able to study the 3D printing process in real-time, in order to develop models to improve its reliability,
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HP announces launch of new FitStation platform for customized 3D printed footwear
Sep.7, 2017 -
HP will be piloting a new hardware and software system known as FitStation in selected retail outlets. It makes use of 3D scanning and printing technology to create personalized insoles for customers, as well as gathering the data necessary for designing custom-made shoes or giving personalized product recommendations.
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Universities & businesses in Nordic region collaborate to develop new metal 3D printing technology
Sep.7, 2017 -
A new project has recently been announced by a group of universities and businesses, intending to develop metal 3D printing technology. The universities are located in the northern regions of Finland, Sweden, and Norway, with the University of Oulu contributing the most technical expertise.
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3D printing platform mything secures €2.1 million in pre-launch funding from KaPa Ventures
Sep.6, 2017 -
Austrian 3D printing startup mything.com has raised €2.1 million ($2.5 million) in funding from Austrian venture capital firm KaPa Ventures. mything, based in Graz and Vienna, aims to become a competitive additive manufacturing platform, connecting customers with local manufacturers.
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Prodways Group acquires Interson-Protac to further development of 3D printed audiology devices
Sep.6, 2017 -
French 3D printing giant Prodways Group has announced that it will be acquiring a major stake in Interson-Protac, a medical device manufacturer. This deal should see the latter company improving its personalized audiology products with access to Prodway's range of 3D printing solutions.
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Sep.6, 2017 -
Masters students at London's Bartlett School of Architecture have used 3D scanning and 3D printing to create weird soft robotic silicone masks that respond to facial expressions with bubbling colorful fluids.
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HP Jet Fusion 3D printer incorporates Siemens NX AM software module
Sep.6, 2017 -
Siemens and HP have partnered to integrate HP's Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology with Siemens' flagship NX software for product development and manufacturing. The software has been certified by HP.
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Introducing Mammoth, MakePrintable's new mesh repair tech for prepping 3D printable models
Sep.6, 2017 -
Mixed Dimensions, a San Fransisco-based startup that specializes in 3D printing cloud technology and model repair software, has released its newest software tool for analyzing and preparing 3D models for printing. The program, called 'Mammoth,' is being added to the company's MakePrintable platform.
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Harvard's Wyss Institute creates stretchable wearable electronics with 'hybrid 3D printing'
Sep.6, 2017 -
The Wyss Institute at Harvard University and the US Air Force Research Laboratory have collaborated on a new 'hybrid 3D printing' technique for soft electronics. The technique can be used to make wearable electronic devices.
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Lloyd's Register certifies first 3D printed part for oil and gas industry
Sep.6, 2017 -
Global tech company Lloyd's Register has announced the certification of a 3D printed titanium gateway manifold for pipelines. The part is reportedly the first additively manufactured part to be certified by the company for the oil and gas industry.
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Canada's University of New Brunswick investing in 3D printers powered by thought
Sep.6, 2017 -
Researchers at the University of New Brunswick in Canada are developing artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for 3D printing that would allow printing systems to automatically generate and 3D print optimal designs within specified parameters.
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Sep.5, 2017 -
BayBG Bayerische Beteiligungsgesellschaft, one of the largest equity investment funds for SMEs in Germany, has officially sunk its teeth into the liquid 3D printing game with a seven-figure investment in 3D printing company German RepRap GmbH. The massive financier has now secured itself as a minority shareholder in RepRap's framework.
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FabRx and UCL team produces personalised 3D printed pills for first time using SLS technique
Sep.5, 2017 -
A collaboration between FabRx and the School of Pharmacy at UCL has successfully 3D printed paracetamol tablets using the SLS technique. Drugs have been made at UCL before using extrusion and stereolithography methods, but this is the first time that SLS has been tried.
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LimbForge improves 3D printed elbow prosthesis with natural arm swing
Sep.5, 2017 -
LimbForge, an offshoot of 3D printed prosthetics community e-NABLE, has developed a 3D printed prosthetic elbow that incorporates features suggested by both patients and prosthetists. The nonprofit will now test the device on patients.
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Sep.5, 2017 -
NASA says it will soon be sending its 'Refabricator' recycling machine up to space. The device, developed in partnership with Tethers Unlimited Inc. (TUI), can be used to transform plastic objects and parts into 3D printable raw materials aboard the ISS.
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WR Yuma makes recycled 3D printed sunglasses that are eco-friendly and stylish
Sep.5, 2017 -
Belgian startup W.R. Yuma is using 3D printing to make sunglasses made from plastic waste. The stylish 3D printed sunglasses are made from car dashboards, soda bottles, and even refrigerators.
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Doctors in Gaza are 3D printing stethoscopes and other much-needed medical supplies
Sep.5, 2017 -
A team of innovative and resourceful doctors in Gaza are using 3D printers to produce simple medical supplies, such as stethoscopes and tourniquets, which are not easily accessible and are in high demand in the war-torn region.
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3D printed 'Anchor' implant earns Dublin researcher $178,500 grant from European Research Council
Sep.5, 2017 -
Professor Daniel Kelly, a researcher at Trinity College in Dublin, has received €150,000 ($178,500) in funding to develop a 3D printed implant for treating cartilage damage. The 'Anchor' implant could help those who have suffered sports-related injuries.
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EOS releases new StainlessSteel IndustryLine powder for DMLS metal 3D printing systems
Sep.5, 2017 -
EOS has announced the release of its newest 3D printing material: StainlessSteel 17-4PH IndustryLine. The new product was developed for use with EOS' DMLS metal 3D printing systems (especially the EOS M 290 printer), and is made from an iron-based metal alloy powder.
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EnvisionTEC and Viridis 3D team up to produce robotic 3D printing systems for foundries
Sep.5, 2017 -
EnvisionTEC has entered into a strategic partnership with Viridis 3D to produce and distribute robotic 3D printing systems. The systems are specifically designed for metal casting, enabling foundries to produce molds, mold cores, and castings much quicker and more efficiently.
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3D printed prosthetic beak helps Karl the Abyssinian ground hornbill tuck into his lunch
Sep.4, 2017 -
Karl, an Abyssinian ground hornbill at the Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington D.C., has been fitted with a 3D printed prosthetic beak to help him eat.
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Artist Jack Elliott highlights human-nature relationship by 3D printing a tree out of paper
Sep.4, 2017 -
Humans and trees have a connection that goes beyond our reliance on them for wood and paper. Artist Jack Elliott may have a stronger connection to trees than most, as many of his art pieces are based on the leafy giants. His recent project involves 3D scanning and printing.
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Researchers at Singapore's NTU making recycled 3D printable concrete that could save the planet
Sep.4, 2017 -
Researchers from Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore have used fly ash, a residue from burnt coal, to create a 3D printable geopolymer mortar. The mixture also contains steel slag and various secret chemicals.
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Steel producer Thyssenkrupp opens 3D printing center in Mulheim, Germany
Sep.4, 2017 -
German steel producer Thyssenkrupp has officially opened a new 3D printing center in Mulheim, a city located in the western part of Germany. The facility will enable the multinational company to increase its activity in the 3D printing industry.
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University of Illinois researchers 3D print origami-inspired crawling robot
Sep.4, 2017 -
Researchers at the University of Illinois have 3D printed an origami-inspired crawling robot. While bio-inspired robots are nothing new, the U of Illinois gadget approaches this field from an entirely new vantage point: the team drew inspiration from often overlooked life-forms such as earthworms, bacteria, and Venus Flytraps.
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DLP 4D printing process creates beautiful plastic flowers that 'bloom' after printing
Sep.3, 2017 -
Engineers at Zhejiang University's National Key Laboratory of Chemical Engineering have demonstrated a '4D printing' process that requires a projector, light-curable resin, and paraffin. The technique has been used to create 3D models of flowers which appear to bloom after printing.
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This magical 3D printed dish reveals an image when you pour soy sauce into it
Sep.2, 2017 -
A Japanese programmer who goes by the Twitter handle 'nue' has created a 3D printed dish that reveals a stunning image when soy sauce is poured into it.
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3D printing poised to explode in wind turbine industry
Sep.1, 2017 -
As the wind turbine industry picks up speed, one CEO is bracing himself for a bright future the likes of which we've never seen before. According to Philip Totaro of Totaro & Associates, the rapid advance of 3D printing technology means that hybrid-material wind turbines are no longer the stuff of imagination.
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Dassault Systemes develops new online marketplace for manufacturers using 3D printing
Sep.1, 2017 -
Dassault Systemes has announced that it will be making all of its 3D design software products available to use for free. This is part of a new platform-based economic model, which will see the company facilitating production orders and charging a commission on the transaction to the 3D printing provider.
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UK scientist developing 3D printed optical fibers for better data transmission systems
Sep.1, 2017 -
Angeles Camacho Rosales, a postgraduate research student at the University of Southampton's Optoelectronics Research Centre in the UK, is developing ways to 3D print glass for optical fibers that could lead to improved data transmission systems.
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China's Smartee Denti-Technology raises over $7M to make invisible 3D printed braces
Sep.1, 2017 -
Smartee Denti-Technology, a Shanghai-based company that specializes in 3D printed orthodontic solutions, has successfully raised 50 million yuan (USD $7.6M) through a B round of financing.
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Mimaki's 3DUJ-553 UV LED 3D printer can print in over 10 million colors
Sep.1, 2017 -
Inkjet printing specialist Mimaki has announced its 3DUJ-553 UV LED 3D printing solution, billed as the first 3D printer with 'over 10 million colors.' The 3D printer eliminates the need for the hand painting of printed items.
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This tiny 3D printed robot can move through sand thanks to its rotating helical tail
Sep.1, 2017 -
Researcher Baptiste Darbois Texier and his team from the University of Santiago in Chile have been developing a 3D printed robot that is suited for moving through sand and other granular materials.
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Sep.1, 2017 -
Researchers in the UK have used 3D printing technology to figure out how the prehistoric Pleiosaur swam. The large marine reptile's four-flipper system was replicated and attatched to a robot, and tests were conducted on a water tank to solve the mystery.
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