An engineer’s guide to understanding the state of the art in metal 3D Printing
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With amputees in war-torn Ukraine nearing half million, the Canadian non-profit organization Victoria Hand Project (VHP) is combining innovative materials from BASF Forward AM with UltiMaker 3D Printers’ robust construction to provide high-performance prosthetics to those in urgent need.
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Freudenberg Performance Materials, a leading global developer and manufacturer of innovative technical textiles, explores new paths with its procurement of components. In this endeavor, the company has chosen FACTUREE – The Online Manufacturer as its supplier for various parts, including cut and bent sheet metal parts.
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The development of digital technology has revolutionised life as we know it.
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Additive electronics is sustainable reduceing copper and water consumption vs. the traditional PCB production processes by 70% and 95%, respectively whilst reducing the carbon footprint by 75%. Here you will read about the latest advances by one of the leading firms in the field from Japan
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Renowned British supercar manufacturer Briggs Automotive Company uses UltiMaker 3D printers to design and produce bespoke parts for its high-end sports cars
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Caracol has introduced Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing to explore how to manufacture advanced applications such as space vehicles, leveraging the benefits of AM and robotics. This project enabled the production of propulsion tanks for CubeSat carrier space vehicles,
Using 3D-printed and CNC-machined parts from MakerVerse, the team built a powerful 3,000 kg machine. See how "Groundhog Beta" won awards at a competition organized by Elon Musk's The Boring Company.
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This article explores the most suitable 3D printing materials for high-temperature applications and their printing technologies, key features, and common applications.
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Part strength is sometimes seen as a weakness of 3D printing. But how strong are 3D printed parts really, especially compared to injection molding?
The most popular 3D printing filament, PLA is known for many things, like its good printability and ability to withstand warping. When it comes to temperature resistance, however, the material has its limitations. In this article, we're diving into PLA's thermal properties and comparing them to other common filaments.
Slicing software has been around since the very beginning of 3D printing, with digital slicing of STL files being one of the key features of Chuck Hull’s first stereolithography system. However, in the time since, slicing software has evolved beyond its base functions of simply converting 3D object models into machine instructions.
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3D printing elephant foot is a common issue that most 3D printer users will have experienced. Typically caused by excessive heat or poor nozzle calibration, the issue can be solved in several ways.
Micro-fabricated nozzle plates are used in various industries, such as inkjet printing, medical devices, and flow control. Manufacturing these nozzle plates requires precision and accuracy to achieve the desired performance. Several production technologies can be used to manufacture micro-fabricated metal nozzle plates, such as 3D printing, Laser Cutting, Micro Milling, Micro Punching, and Electroforming. In this article, we will introduce these production technologies, and illustrate how to find your preferred process for the production of micro-fabricated nozzle plates based on key features such as precision, customization, scalability, and material compatibility.
In this article, we look at the importance of using a 3D printer air filter to remove potentially harmful fumes from the print environment, as well as the different kinds of filter available and how to ensure proper maintenance.
According to manufacturer Creality, the Ender 3 print speed can reach an impressive 180 mm/s. But is it possible to successfully print at this high speed? If so, how?
