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The 3D printer filament market is flooded with choices, but what are the best PETG filaments available to engineers today? Here we look at some of the top brands.
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A guide for engineers about what sparse infill density refers to, with practical recommendations backed by research and slicing software data.
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To help generative AI models create durable, real-world accessories and decor, the PhysiOpt system runs physics simulations and makes subtle tweaks to its 3D blueprints.
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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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The Next Byte Podcast is hosted by two young engineers - Daniel and Farbod - who select the most interesting tech/engineering cont...
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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
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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.
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The 3D printer filament market is flooded with choices, but what are the best PETG filaments available to engineers today? Here we look at some of the top brands.
A guide for engineers about what sparse infill density refers to, with practical recommendations backed by research and slicing software data.
To help generative AI models create durable, real-world accessories and decor, the PhysiOpt system runs physics simulations and makes subtle tweaks to its 3D blueprints.
In this episode, we explore how Ocean Alliance uses 3D-printed drone systems to deploy wearable tags on whales, unlocking continuous data on how these giants move, dive, and live underwater.
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A thorough tutorial for digital design engineers, hardware engineers, and electronics students on how to calibrate a 3D printer effectively. It covers theory and practical implementations.
From hospital wards to crop fields, from microscopic swarms to biohybrid machines powered by fungi, robotics research at Cornell spans an astonishing range of scale, application and ambition.
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Vertical fine artifacts (VFA) are microscopic ridges that can degrade the appearance of 3D printed parts. This article explains how to mitigate them.
From hydraulic engineering to art, flagship 3D printer by BigRep is enabling researchers to drive innovation in their fields.
An artificial ear that feels just like the real thing: in laboratory experiments, researchers have produced ear cartilage that remains form-stable in animal models. Only one element is missing to make the tissue as elastic as a natural ear.
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Harness the potential of additive manufacturing by learning how to use a 3D printer. This guide provides the basics for digital design engineers, hardware engineers, and electronics students.
Organised by Dublin City University, Ireland, and the 4D Printing Society
Overcoming challenges of 3D printing with multiple functional materials, MIT researchers fabricated an electric linear motor in hours.
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.
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MIT engineers are using recycled plastic to 3D print construction-grade floor trusses.
Unlocking the full potential of your SolidWorks parts requires understanding the SLDPRT file format and knowing which tools can open, view, and convert these files. This guide combines theoretical insights with step by step instructions on how to open SLDPRT files to help engineers and students.
