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What is 3D printer filament made of? This guide examines polymers, additives, and composites, offering practical tips for digital design and hardware engineers.
Stereolithography (SLA) is a resin-based 3D printing technology that uses a UV laser to selectively cure liquid photopolymer resin layer by layer.
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Using a fleet of printers including an UltiMaker S3 and a MakerBot Method X, the team at Ocean Alliance was able to design, prototype, and build a sophisticated drone-based tagging system from the ground up.
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Discover how to print with high-performance filaments like PEEK, PEKK, and ULTEM. Learn about their properties, hardware needs, challenges, and best practices for industrial-grade 3D printing.
Explore how 3D-Fuel's Pro PCTG filament advances additive manufacturing, offering higher impact strength, improved environmental resistance, and reliable printability for functional and industrial 3D printing applications.
3devo's next-generation desktop extruder combines industrial precision with lab-scale simplicity enabling more controlled, higher-performance and data-driven 3D printing material workflows.
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3D printing is no longer just a prototyping tool—it's a viable option for serial production. For small to mid-sized batches, especially where agility, customization, or geometric freedom matters, 3D printing can beat traditional methods like injection molding or CNC machining.
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The applications of 3D printing span many industries, from aircraft fuel nozzles to dental aligners. Here we look at some of the most important uses of the technology.
Students at ETH Zurich have developed a laser power bed fusion machine that follows a circular tool path to print round components, thereby being able to process multiple metals at once. The system significantly reduces manufacturing time and opens up new possibilities for aerospace and industry.
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AI is reshaping 3D printing by optimizing workflows, cutting waste, and enhancing design. At Formnext 2025, industry leaders will showcase how these innovations are driving efficiency and pushing the boundaries of additive manufacturing.
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Learn how vacuum casting helps engineers and designers produce high-quality plastic parts fast—without investing in hard tooling. This article covers the process, material options, key design rules, and how it compares to 3D printing, CNC machining, and injection molding.
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Metal 3D printing is transforming manufacturing by allowing engineers to produce complex, high performance parts directly from digital designs.
A comprehensive guide to 3D printing snap-fit joints, from the basics to troubleshooting common issues.
3D printing has revolutionized manufacturing and prototyping across industries, with two prominent technologies emerging as frontrunners: resin-based stereolithography (SLA) and fused deposition modeling (FDM).
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Trying to keep up with the ever-shrinking requirements of consumer electronics? Looking to cut every milligram of fuel-wasting weight in automotive and aerospace? The design options printed electronics offer go far beyond what can be achieved with the rigid PCBs of the past.
3D printer novices might assume that SLA and SLS are closely related, but the technologies are used for quite different purposes.
3D printing has revolutionized manufacturing processes, offering versatile solutions that enhance efficiency and precision. Among these advancements, 3D printed jigs and fixtures stand out as transformative tools.
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A new type of tissue-engineered cardiac patch could not only seal defective areas of the heart, as has been the case up to now, but also heal them. An interdisciplinary team led by ETH Zurich has successfully implanted the patch in animals.
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