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3D printing was used for both prototypes and end-use parts that will be on board the first commercial landing on the moon.
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In this episode, we talk about how to speed up drug development with 3D printed blood vessels and how ear damage procedures are being revolutionized by 3D printed eardrum grafts.
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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!
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In this episode, we explore how researchers have developed an AI system that can watch a 3D print as it's being made, detect mistakes, and automatically correct them before the print fails
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What is Swiss machining? This guide explains how Swiss-type lathes work, how they differ from conventional lathes, and when to use them.
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A crystal oscillator circuit uses a quartz crystal and an amplifier to generate a highly stable frequency reference. This guide explains Pierce oscillator design, load capacitance, negative resistance, drive level, startup behavior, and frequency stability in microcontrollers and RF systems.
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3D printing was used for both prototypes and end-use parts that will be on board the first commercial landing on the moon.
In this episode, we talk about how to speed up drug development with 3D printed blood vessels and how ear damage procedures are being revolutionized by 3D printed eardrum grafts.
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!
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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.
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Article #6 Robot Control Series. Motors are becoming increasingly compact but are housing an ever-greater range of functions.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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