by David | Nov 21, 2020 | Education and Research, Manufacturing and Supply Chain, Materials
Researchers at Waseda University in Japan have developed a metal-plastic hybrid 3D printing technique that fabricates plastic objects with an adhesive metal coating on defined areas. . People can currently use 3D printers to create objects out of either plastic or...
by David | Nov 21, 2020 | Conferences, Events and Webinars
The week after Formnext Connect is no less busy, as we’ve got webinars and virtual events pretty much every day, Monday through Friday. Read on to learn more about what’s on tap! . ASTM International Conference on Additive Manufacturing First up, the ASTM...
by David | Nov 21, 2020 | 3D News, Companies, Geopolitical Regions, Manufacturing and Supply Chain
Ever since metal 3D printing became sufficiently cost-effective to be used for certain luxury goods, designer faucets have attracted the interest of designers and metal 3D printer service providers. A few attempts have been made at commercialization but mostly they...
by David | Nov 21, 2020 | 3D News, Companies, Printers and Accessories
Since it was developed in the 1980s, selective laser sintering (also known as SLS) has been recognized for its ability to print polymer parts with high-quality finishes and good mechanical and isotropic properties. However, the technology’s associations have not all...
by David | Nov 21, 2020 | 3D News, Companies, Conferences, Events and Webinars, Printers and Accessories
After months of work developing a new model of metal additive printing system, selective laser melting pioneer SLM Solutions finally introduced its NXG XII 600 machine during the 2020 Formnext Connect, the digital version of the annual Formnext trade show, which this...
by David | Nov 21, 2020 | 3D 101, 3D Hobbyists, Maker Movement
3D printers are amazing things, but if one judges solely by the successes that get showcased online, it can look as through anything at all is possible. Yet in many ways, 3D printers are actually quite limited. Because success looks easy and no one showcases failure,...
by David | Nov 21, 2020 | Printers and Accessories, Product Reviews
After learning about the Orange 4K from Longer 3D, I was excited to get my hands on one and take it for a test ride. What most intrigued me about the Kickstarter campaign for the Orange 4K was the 4K LED screen of the system, which allows for 31.5-micron resolution...
by David | Nov 21, 2020 | Printers and Accessories
The top early 3D printer deals for Black Friday 2020, including all the latest MakerBot, Flashforge, Creality and more 3D printer sales Find the top early 3D printer deals for Black Friday 2020, featuring savings on top rated 3D printers from FlashForge, Dremel,...
by David | Nov 21, 2020 | 3D News, Bioprinting, Medical
Forget glue, screws, heat or other traditional bonding methods. A Cornell -led collaboration has developed a 3D printing technique that creates cellular metallic materials by smashing together powder particles at supersonic speed. . This form of technology, known as...
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