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A carbon fiber 3D printer allows you to produce strong, light weight parts. With the right printer and matching carbon fiber filaments, you can get started in an instant. In this article you will find everything you need to know about carbon fiber 3D printing!

Carbon Fiber 3d Printing: How to 3D Print Strong Parts

An important highlight of the active ecumenism in Rottweil during the renovation of the cathedral in 2016/17 was the reception of the Madonna of the Turning Eyes in the Predigerkirche. Until the secularization in 1803, this Madonna stood on the tabernacle of the high altar.

The Madonna of the Predigerkirche Can Finally Be Carved

As an engineering designer, there is a lot to be said for keeping a design simple. Just because you can achieve more complex shapes and more precision does not mean that your part needs it, and often costs you more. This insight provides tips on designing for 3 axis CNC machining.

20240119-Protolabs Insight: 3-Axis CNC Machining

Metal parts have always been the gold standard in applications, so it may come as surprising that many industries are now replacing metal parts with plastic injection-moulded ones. This video looks at some reasons for this including, weight, finishes, strength, longevity, recyclability, cost.

20240119-Protolabs Insight: Replacing Metal with Plastics

Getting the right material is just as important as how the part is machined, the wrong decision can cost money. This video will go through some key CNC materials, looking in detail at their costs, characteristics and how to create your own shortlist.

20240119-Protolabs Insight: CNC Material Selection

JK Automotive Designs  is an automotive interior designer and manufacturer that builds custom interiors from scratch that consist of dashboards, consoles, door panels and more with integrated audio and visual systems to improve the vehicle’s aesthetics and functionality. From personal restoration projects to high-performance customization requests, Katz and his team believe they are ahead of the curve and defining the future of automotive customization with 3D printing end use parts that are being installed directly into the vehicle.

3D Printed Custom Automotive Interiors