A team comprising scientists and artists are to produce 3D-printed artworks to explore how modern art can be best preserved for future generations. An artwork has been produced solely for the purpose of scientific experimentation.
A 3D printer named Go Big, designed for the ‘easy’ production of larger components has been created in Sunnyvale California. The aptly-named machine provides 8 ft³ of build volume with a printbed size of 24 x 24.
A French photographer has 3D-printed a camera lens and maintained the quality of his photos at the same time. Mathieu Stern first came up with the idea to make a camera lens with 3D technology after collecting a range of cheap and unusual lenses.
Thomas Prock, European Patent Attorney and Partner at Marks & Clerk, discusses how companies should navigate the tricky waters of intellectual property in this world of open sharing and 3D printing.
Additive manufacturing leaders, atum3D have released the DLP Station 4 printer based on Digital Light Processing (DLP) technology. The DLP Station 4 can personalise products and upgrade on the fly, helping to eliminate all lead time.
The latest instalment of Creo 4.0 introduces new capabilities for additive manufacturing, as well as Internet of Things (IoT), augmented reality and model based definition (MBD). It is also said to enable smarter design and greater productivity.
The two companies are working together to market Ricoh’s first AM system, the RICOH AM S5500P’s with Solvay's Sinterline Technyl PA6 GB high performance powders.
The world’s first 3D printer for gummy sweets is to be launched across the UK this week. Katjes Magic Candy Factory will be available online and throughout shopping centres in England, Wales and Scotland starting today (November 24th).
Advanced material provider, Oerlikon have announced that it will build a new state-of-the-art additive manufacturing facility in Michigan, USA. The new site will be dedicated to producing advanced AM materials and high-end surface coatings.
Groupe Gorge subsidiary, Prodways has recently announced two partnerships which will expand their presence in additive manufacturing. The relationships with Cerhum and Arkema will advance their knowledge of ceramics and polymers respectively.
Marc Saunders, Director of Global Solution Centres at Renishaw, highlights the role metal additive manufacturing plays in the manufacturing process chain.
Scientists at the University of Birmingham have developed a 3D metal printer that can function in zero gravity, helping to advance the way space missions are carried out and reducing cost in the meantime.
