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Additive Manufacturing
A leader in 3D printing solutions worldwide who, above all, believes in ena...
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Additive Manufacturing
We help innovative engineers 3D print end-use components they can trust usi...
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UltiMaker’s ecosystem, including Digital Factory for remote print management, enables defense organizations to integrate 3D printing into their workflows effectively. In this article, we aim to outline the key benefits and some of the potential applications of 3D printing in defense.
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A detailed comparison of Orca Slicer vs Cura, two leading 3D printing slicers, evaluating slicing algorithms, features, usability, and real-world print results
This article will examine how 3D printing can be integrated across different levels of education and how it helps equip students with essential skills for their future workplace.
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In this article we’ll take a look specifically at FDM printers and explore the factors that influence how long a 3D printer can remain functional and reliable - and what you can do to ensure that your printer stays at the top of its game for longer.
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Both FDM & FFF create three-dimensional objects by extruding melted thermoplastic filament through a nozzle, building up layers to form the final product. The distinction between FDM and FFF lies not in the technology itself, but in their origins.
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Let's dive into the many use cases and applications 3D printing has introduced since its inception, explore where it might be headed, and see how UltiMaker fits into this evolving timeline of past, present, and future.
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Hi, I’m Niko Mroncz, Head of Sales Engineering at Xometry. I’ve been working with metal 3D printing since 2010. After handling thousands of projects, I’ve compiled a list of the most common mistakes to avoid in DMLS. I hope this will help you create optimized designs for metal 3D printing.
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Scientists have used holographic projections to bring unprecedented resolution to a light-based 3D printing technique. The method allows the fabrication of millimeter-scale objects within seconds using significantly less energy than previous approaches.
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Discover how NanoPro is redefining microfabrication with 2-photon polymerization (2PP), enabling industrial-scale production of ultra-precise microstructures.
3D printing, an integral part of the industrial manufacturing and the product development landscape. Safeguarding sensitive design files, ensuring compliance with data privacy laws, and maintaining the integrity of production systems, are all critical aspects that need to be taken into consideration
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New research has prompted an important question: Do all the benefits of in-house 3D printing come at the cost of indoor air quality?
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This article aims to examine the differences between PA 11 and PA 12. Despite their chemical similarity, these two polymers tend to produce different outcomes and end parts.
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25 engineering students from the University of Vigo shared a common goal: to build a solar-powered trimaran for competition that runs exclusively on clean energy. Thanks to the UltiMaker S5 3D printer, they achieved their objective of creating a more environmentally friendly mode of transportation.
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From entry-level FDM machines to industrial-grade metal printers, this guide demystifies the many types of 3D printers available to businesses and consumers.
The most commonly used 3D printing filament, PLA is not known for its flexibility. We explore why that is and list some alternative 3D printing materials can be used when flexibility is needed.
