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Researchers from the Buchmann Institute for Molecular Life Sciences at Goethe University have used the microArch® S140, a microscale 3D printer from Boston Micro Fabrication, to help fabricate miniaturized vessels called hydrowells for culturing 3D cellular spheroids under microgravity conditions.
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In this guide, we cover all the different types of polymer FDM 3D printing filament, from standard grades like PLA and ABS to advanced high-performance filaments like PEEK and fiber-reinforced materials.
Metal 3D printing offers significant design opportunities with its high geometrical freedom, but it requires careful design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) to address equipment and material constraints, a process supported by DfAM and 3D printing simulation tools in most major CAD software.
From entry-level FDM machines to industrial-grade metal printers, this guide demystifies the many types of 3D printers available to businesses and consumers.
In this chapter, we separate metal AM post-processing into four categories: debinding and sintering, CNC machining and milling, heat treatment, and quality assurance.
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.
This article explores the thermal properties of TPU, including TPU glass transition temperature, extrusion and bed temperatures, and best practices for successful 3D printing.
An international team led by Penn State researchers aims to mitigate toxic organic compounds produced in manufacturing of the biomaterial known as biochar
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Injection molding problems like sink marks and flash can be prevented by addressing their most common causes. This article serves as a basic troubleshooting guide.
Caltech researchers from campus and JPL have collaborated to devise a method for coating lithium-ion battery cathodes with graphene, extending the life and performance of these widely used rechargeable batteries.
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A new electrode design boosts the efficiency of electrochemical reactions that turn carbon dioxide into ethylene and other products.
A researcher at Washington University in St. Louis has received a grant of $1.5 million to convert CO2 into carbon nanotubes that could be used in lithium-ion batteries
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A comprehensive technical analysis of PCB prepreg and core materials, examining their distinct material properties, manufacturing implications, and selection criteria for multilayer PCB design.
By combining visible light and electrochemistry, researchers have enhanced the conversion of carbon dioxide into valuable products and stumbled upon a surprising discovery.
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An in-depth review of PCB potting, its applications, materials, technologies, and the AI-powered advancement in potting techniques and material engineering.
