This Report shows how tools like artificial intelligence, digital twins, and on-demand manufacturing are no longer emerging concepts, but are already delivering measurable impact across the product lifecycle.
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The seventh chapter of the Wevolver Metal AM Report explores the evolving metal additive manufacturing market, projecting a significant growth with a 29% CAGR by 2028 and focusing on key trends including Process Integration, Sustainable Practices, and Accessibility.
This article explores different Shore hardness scales, focusing on the differences between Shore A and Shore D, and provides insights on how to select the appropriate scale for measuring plastic, elastomer and rubber hardness in diverse applications.
Annealing PLA improves the strength and heat resistance of your 3D printed parts, making them more durable and functional. Here we look at how and when to anneal PLA.
What is 3D printing? This article goes over the basics of 3D printing, otherwise known as additive manufacturing, covering its engineering principles and applications.
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E2IP Technologies manufactures Flexible Heaters using Screen Printing Technology. This is one of the most important segments of printed and additive electronics with applications in cars, homes, and industrial settings.
Here’s what to do if you notice clicking noises, under-extrusion, or other print quality issues caused by extruder skipping on the Ender 3 by Creality.
Unwanted lines in 3D prints can show up for many reasons and take different forms. Here we look at the most common types of lines in 3D prints and how to eliminate them.
KIT researchers are developing a process with which, for the first time, mirrors with a reflection of more than 99 percent can be printed in variable sizes
Join the largest gathering of industrial 3D printing and additive manufacturing professionals in North America. Discover emerging technologies, hear from leading innovators, and make connections that drive real industrial impact.
From hydraulic engineering to art, flagship 3D printer by BigRep is enabling researchers to drive innovation in their fields.
Amir Barati Farimani is teaching 3D printers to see, diagnose, and self-correct errors in real time using a new large language model. The AI-powered system works with any 3D printer to produce stronger parts and automate quality assurance.
A deep dive into the physics, properties, and practical applications of 3D printing filaments, from everyday polylactic acid to performance composites.
The seventh chapter of the Wevolver Metal AM Report explores the evolving metal additive manufacturing market, projecting a significant growth with a 29% CAGR by 2028 and focusing on key trends including Process Integration, Sustainable Practices, and Accessibility.
This article explores different Shore hardness scales, focusing on the differences between Shore A and Shore D, and provides insights on how to select the appropriate scale for measuring plastic, elastomer and rubber hardness in diverse applications.
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Annealing PLA improves the strength and heat resistance of your 3D printed parts, making them more durable and functional. Here we look at how and when to anneal PLA.
In this chapter, we will explore some of the challenges facing metal additive manufacturing, how they are impacting the growth of the industry, and how metal AM industry players are addressing the issues.
This chapter of the report will lay out and examine the various applications of metal additive manufacturing, with a particular focus on end-use applications in the dominant metal AM adoption industries.
Safety and longevity are key to this list of medical-grade plastics.
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LED applications are a staple of engineering school projects, combining hands-on learning with creativity. Among these, the LED roulette is a favorite, offering both intellectual challenge and engaging interactivity.
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This article will explore how 3D printing is being applied across the manufacturing industry, from custom tooling and rapid prototyping to on-demand spare parts production, highlighting real-world examples and key benefits for professionals striving to maintain a competitive edge in their operations
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AlSi10Mg (3.2382) is a high-performance material widely used in metal 3D printing for various advanced applications. Let's take an in-depth look at its properties, applications, and mechanical characteristics.
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Researchers from the Buchmann Institute for Molecular Life Sciences at Goethe University have used the microArch® S140, a microscale 3D printer from Boston Micro Fabrication, to help fabricate miniaturized vessels called hydrowells for culturing 3D cellular spheroids under microgravity conditions.
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In this guide, we cover all the different types of polymer FDM 3D printing filament, from standard grades like PLA and ABS to advanced high-performance filaments like PEEK and fiber-reinforced materials.
Metal 3D printing offers significant design opportunities with its high geometrical freedom, but it requires careful design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) to address equipment and material constraints, a process supported by DfAM and 3D printing simulation tools in most major CAD software.
From entry-level FDM machines to industrial-grade metal printers, this guide demystifies the many types of 3D printers available to businesses and consumers.
As we approach the second half of the 2020s, many businesses wonder what manufacturing will look like in 2030. They see challenges ahead that include the effects of climate change, ongoing supply chain disruptions and the fluctuating relationship between humans and machines.
The italian company MDE shows how they are using metal 3D printing in their daily business.
