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In this episode, we talk about a solar powered car that could be the next step in the EV evolution cycle and how a 3D printed hypercar broke the world record lap time at Laguna Seca.
Czinger - a boutique automotive company based in California - beat the record at Laguna Seca which was previously held by the Mclaren Senna.
Any technology exists to solve a problem or make our lives better – and 3D printing is no different. Before diving into all the technical details, let’s look at what 3D printing is used for.
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The new CMM Fixturing Module of the FDM™ Fixture Generator streamlines fixture design for inspection in Coordinate Measuring Machines. The tool enables QA engineers and technicians to generate & 3D print custom fixtures with just a couple clicks.
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We don’t yet fully know what this “new normal” will mean for the global economy. But it’s clear that food and beverage manufacturers are facing bigger challenges than ever.
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The old adage, two heads are better than one, simply indicates that two people can solve a problem better than an individual can. This is certainly the case when it comes to 3D printing, and why dual extruder technology is must-have for any engineer, designer, architect or artist.
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Learning is always easier with the right tools. 3D printing empowers teachers, educators, and students who want to bridge theory and reality by making objects that suit every situation!
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Adding desktop 3D printing to your workflow can make a big difference. Concepts and prototypes can be printed in a matter of hours. Multiple iterations produced quickly and cheaply. And complex ideas conveyed through a physical model that team members and stakeholders can see and touch.
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The U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) leveraged nTopology and architected materials to develop an additively manufactured CubeSat bus assembly from Inconel 718 that was 50% lighter and 20% stiffer than the original aluminum assembly.
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Learn how Ford optimized factory-floor tooling production with a 94% lead time reduction by introducing BigRep large-format additive manufacturing. Following an incredible success, Ford expanded their BigRep ONE’s use and needed more additive manufacturing capacity – leading to a BigRep PRO!
Not all products can be 3D printed. Nor should they be. Why? Because 3D printing will never rival the economies of scale found in mass-produced commodities.
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This compelling, one-of-a-kind, webinar will focus on the fledgling relationship between the additive manufacturing and oil and gas industries.
$25,000 challenge to use newly-developed carbon-fiber filament for high-strength end products.
Ultimaker Cura 4.11 is here! With it, you will receive updates that enhance the UI and Digital Library integration – and a new feature that will help you create smooth parts. Download today to accelerate 3D printing with clearer, more streamlined workflows!
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LightForce Orthodontics leveraged the design automation capabilities of nTopology to reduce dental brace design time by a 60-fold. Their patient-specific braces result in better patient outcomes, 33% faster installation, and increased comfort.
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