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
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Dougie Mann wanted to make it easier for people with disabilities to use smartphones. His end product is a 3D printed keyboard with just 5 buttons instead of 50.
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Through this interview with head of Design Studio Alexandre d'Orsetti, we have reviewed 6 high-performance Additive Manufacturing materials, as well as the possibilities they open up
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We interviewed Guillaume de Calan, engineer and co-founder of Nanoe, a ceramics material manufacturing company. Read how he set up his own Additive Manufacturing ceramics process, and what this combination allows for.
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The current revolution brought by 3D printing extends to the most surprising applications, even the ones as far removed as possible from the traditional “geek” sphere. One example: fashion!
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Most traditional 3D printers create a shape by excreting a synthetic resin layer by layer, which is then hardened using UV light. Thanks to the abundance of scientific activity in this field, we have a number of resins and 3D printing methods to choose from.
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Metal 3D printing can also be known as DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering), and DMLM (Direct Metal Laser Melting) is an additive layer technology. A metal 3D printer uses a laser beam to melt 20-60 micron layers of metal powder on top of one another.
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Discover the latest trends of the Additive Manufacturing industry through the biggest 3D Printing report ever released.
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Discover the companies that are already using 3D printing for spare parts and the advantages.
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What are the best 3D printing tips for 3D printing enthusiasts and professionals? Let’s discover the checklist you need to follow to get the best 3D printed object possible.
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“The nexus between two revolutionary disciplines is inspiring us towards a future improved society”
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A New Jersey-based product development studio has paired with an algorithm developer and one of the nation’s leading animal orthotists to optimize the process of creating full-limb pet prosthetics.
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What is the difference between SLA technology and SLS technology? Today we’d like to share with you the similarities and differences of these 3D Printing technologies and materials, in order to help you figure out what technology you need for your 3D printing project.
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A student 3D printed a prosthetic arm, a low-cost device providing feedback. How does it work, and how did this student actually 3D print this?
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