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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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Ideal for propelling tiny satellites, the lightweight devices could be produced on board a spacecraft and cost much less than traditional thrusters.
What is the most flexible 3D printing material? Here we discuss the options, from consumer TPU and TPE filaments to industrial-grade elastomers used in SLA and SLS.
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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Nozzle shape, print parameters tune liquid crystal elastomer morphing
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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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While the debate surrounding the two concepts has been going on for years, it’s important to understand what they are, what they entail and most importantly, why it matters?
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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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Electroforming is an advanced manufacturing process that has become an essential manufacturing technology in the medical industry due to its unique capabilities and advantages over traditional manufacturing methods.
In this chapter, we present three exclusive interviews with industry experts from Xometry, UltiMaker, and Aibuild, key sponsors of the Wevolver Metal 3D Printing Technology Report.
