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An AI pipeline developed by CSAIL researchers enables unique hydrodynamic designs for bodyboard-sized vehicles that glide underwater and could help scientists gather marine data.
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Considering powder coating for your parts but unsure what to expect? You're not alone. Choosing the right surface finish can feel overwhelming, especially when factors like gloss, texture, and durability come into play. Let's break it down so you can request exactly what you need with confidence.
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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.
A deep dive into the physics, properties, and practical applications of 3D printing filaments, from everyday polylactic acid to performance composites.
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An AI pipeline developed by CSAIL researchers enables unique hydrodynamic designs for bodyboard-sized vehicles that glide underwater and could help scientists gather marine data.
Explore how fiber length, shape, and distribution impact mechanical properties beyond just material choice
Considering powder coating for your parts but unsure what to expect? You're not alone. Choosing the right surface finish can feel overwhelming, especially when factors like gloss, texture, and durability come into play. Let's break it down so you can request exactly what you need with confidence.
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PhD candidate Sabrina Corsetti builds photonic devices that manipulate light to enable previously unimaginable applications, like pocket-sized 3D printers.
This article explores the key factors that influence 3D print quality, accuracy, and resolution in manufacturing environments. By understanding and optimizing these elements, industrial users can significantly enhance their 3D printing results.
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Just how long does it take to 3D print something these days? Here we discuss how technologies and parameters affect production time in modern additive manufacturing.
Working with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, researchers show bridge corrosion can be repaired on-site using additive manufacturing.
At UltiMaker, we've seen how additive manufacturing can reshape packaging workflows from prototyping to production. Here's how packaging professionals are using 3D printing to solve common challenges - and how you can, too.
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Looking for the perfect UV-resistant materials for 3D printing, injection molding, or CNC machining? You're in the right place! This article offers practical tips on choosing materials, stabilization methods, and smart design strategies for products exposed to ultraviolet (UV) radiation.
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Slicing turns a digital 3D model into machine-readable instructions for your 3D printer. This article looks at how 3D printing slicers work and how to use them.
Researchers are developing a living material that actively extracts carbon dioxide from the atmosphere. Photosynthetic cyanobacteria grow inside it, forming biomass and solid minerals and thus binding CO2 in two different manners.
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This article looks at essential strategies and solutions for optimizing 3D print support structures across FDM, SLA, and other technologies
Carbon fiber 3D printing represents a significant advancement in additive manufacturing technology, combining the strength and lightweight properties of carbon fiber with the design flexibility of 3D printing.
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Presentations on Design for Additive Manufacturing from the CDFAM Computational Design Symposium in Berlin, 2024
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3D printing and CNC machining represent two distinct approaches to creating three-dimensional objects. While both technologies can produce complex parts, their methodologies and capabilities differ significantly.
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