3D Printed Surfboards Using Green Algae
The 1950s hailed petroleum-based materials as revolutionary for surfers, providing lightweight, durable, and flexible surfboards. However, these materials now pose environmental threats. Jérémy... read more »
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Turbofan Wheels Are Making a Comeback Thanks to 3D Printing
Turbofan wheels, symbolic of premier race cars from the 1970s and 1980s, transitioned to a hallmark of street style. Currently, acquiring them can... read more »
Electrowetting Technology in 3D Printed Plates
Researchers from Monash University's Exertion Games Lab, Carnegie Mellon University’s Morphing Matter Lab, and Gaudi Labs in Switzerland have introduced the "Dancing Delicacies"... read more »
Algae-Based Luminescent Materials in 3D Printing
Researchers from the University of California San Diego have crafted materials that illuminate upon experiencing mechanical stress, utilizing single-celled algae, dinoflagellates. This project,... read more »
Digital Marketplace for 3D Car Parts Launches
Autentica Car Parts is set to introduce a digital marketplace for 3D printable car parts. Operating from Sci-Tech Daresbury, Cheshire (UK), this platform... read more »
Progreso 3D Prints Seismic-Resistant House in Guatemala
Cement firm Progreso recently accomplished the construction of Guatemala's inaugural 3D printed building. Designed to endure the region's seismic occurrences, this prototype merges... read more »
Osaka University Makes Progress in Precision Bioprinting
Recent advancements in bioprinting open possibilities for repairing organ damage by cultivating replacements in labs. A key challenge is accurately bioprinting live cells... read more »
Boeing Tests 3D Printing for Apache Helicopter Parts
Boeing is set to test a completely 3D printed main rotor system for its AH-64 Apache attack helicopter in the upcoming spring. This... read more »
New Method for Multi-Material DLP Unveiled
Researchers at Iowa State University and the University of California, Santa Barbara aim to alter Digital Light Processing (DLP) for multi-material printing capabilities.... read more »
Replique Unveils Material Database at Formnext 2023
Replique has launched a comprehensive material database to streamline additive manufacturing workflows. Facilitated in partnership with trusted material suppliers, the database serves both... read more »
Researchers 3D Print Eye Implant for Diabetes Treatment
Researchers at KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Karolinska Institutet have engineered a 3D printed eye implant for treating diabetes. The device encapsulates... read more »
Modix to Reveal Core-Meter at Formnext 2023
Modix is set to reveal the latest in their “Core” line of cost-effective large format 3D printers, the Core-Meter, at the upcoming Formnext... read more »
Design Studio Unveils 3D Printed Abyss Wall Tiles
UK-based interior design studio Duffy London has expanded its Abyss collection with the limited-edition Abyss Wall Tile featuring an interchangeable 3D printed design.... read more »
T901 Engines with AM Components Cleared for US Army Tests
GE Aerospace has received US Army approval for flight testing its T901-GE-900 engines, incorporating metal additive manufacturing components. Designed for use in UH-60... read more »
Makers Design 3D Printed SSD Grip for iPhone 15 Pro Filmmaking
Filmmakers Michael Tobin and Cliff Curtis have developed a 3D printed SSD grip for the iPhone 15 Pro and Pro Max. These smartphones... read more »
Creality ShareFest Proves to Be a Hit in Maryland
Earlier this month, 3D printing giant Creality hosted their second ShareFest event in Maryland, USA. Held on October 1st in the town of... read more »
LEAP 71 Open Sources PicoGK Software at GITEX Global 2023
LEAP 71, a Dubai-based company, announced today the release of PicoGK, an open-source software framework dedicated to Computational Engineering. This technology aims to... read more »
The E3D Toolkit: Customizing 3D Printed Energy Harvesters
Smart sensors and IoT devices are pervasive but largely dependent on batteries, generating both financial and environmental costs. The E3D toolkit, developed by... read more »
Soleolico Unveils Integrated 3D Printed Turbine-Solar Systems
Soleolico has introduced a combined wind and solar energy system featuring 3D printed components aimed at enhancing the efficiency and versatility of green... read more »
Sustainable Audio: 3D Printed Speakers from Recycled Materials
Infinite Acoustics manufactures 3D printed speaker cabinets using recycled industrial and consumer waste. The company leverages local micro-factories for on-demand, customized production, minimizing... read more »
