Academia, Research & Development

Quantum X 3D bioprinter to facilitate series of biological research at Aston University

Aston University is set to install a Quantum X 3D bioprinter after the Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC) awarded a grant of 612,176 GBP.

By Sam Davies

/ 15 Dec 2023

Interview: Unveiling the power of morphological analysis in additive manufacturing optimisation

TCT speaks to Malvern Panalytical & Materials Processing Institute about materials characterisation, the importance of predicting flow behaviour, and why its important for organisations like these to work together.

By TCT Team

/ 12 Dec 2023

Lithoz & ORNL partner to explore the 3D printing of non-oxide ceramics

Lithoz has signed a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the US Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to explore the additive manufacturing of non-oxide ceramics.

By Sam Davies

/ 6 Dec 2023

Sciaky launches EBAM-53 electron beam welding system for research users

Metal 3D printing and advanced welding company Sciaky has announced the launch of the EBAM-53 electron beam welding system for laboratory and research facilities.

By Sam Davies

/ 22 Nov 2023

#157 Dr. Evren Yasa on leading the University of Sheffield AMRC's additive manufacturing activity

Dr. Evren Yasa, Head of Additive Manufacturing at the University of Sheffield Advanced Manufacturing Research Centre discusses AM adoption here in the UK, and its cruciality in shaping the future of manufacturing.

By TCT Team

/ 17 Nov 2023

Inkbit's 3D printing technology used to develop multi-functional systems by ETH Zurich & MIT researchers

This robotic hand is a tendon-driven hand modelled from MRI data and was produced by researchers at ETH Zurich’s Soft Robotics Lab to demonstrate how VCJ technology could fabricate complex, multi-functional systems in a single print.

By Sam Davies

/ 16 Nov 2023

AMGTA lifecycle assessment study finds 3D printing reduces CO2 emissions in luxury designer shoe application

Additive manufacturing technology reduces emissions and conserves resources in the production of fashion footwear, according to a study commissioned by the Additive Manufacturer Green Trade Association (AMGTA).

By Sam Davies

/ 1 Nov 2023

Dalhousie University invests in Lithoz CeraMax V900 & CeraFab Multi 2M30 3D printing systems

Dalhousie University has installed the CeraMax V900 to further develop its silicon nitride, titanium carbide and silicon carbide formulations, and the CeraFab Multi 2M30 to incorporate electrical circuitry into ceramic parts.

By Sam Davies

/ 1 Nov 2023

Researchers develop method for producing 3D printed metals with contrasting properties

The technique ‘uses 3D printing steps’ to make customised metal parts with different properties, such as having some regions of the metal stronger than others, or having differing levels of corrosion resistance in the same metal.

By Sam Davies

/ 31 Oct 2023

Dr Gao Shubo (left) and Dr Li Zhi (right) operating a laser powder bed fusion to print components for their research. - NTU Singapore

Materion Corp to develop deposition 3D printing technology for beryllium alloys with US Air Force Research Lab

Materion Corporation has been awarded a 5 million USD contract from the United States Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) to expand ongoing research and development of additive manufacturing for beryllium and aluminium-beryllium alloys.

By Sam Davies

/ 30 Oct 2023

Phase3D commences work with Oak Ridge National Laboratory to explore powder anomalies in binder jet parts

Phase3D has commenced a technical collaboration phase 2 multi-year credo with Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) that will focus on binder jetting technology.

By Sam Davies

/ 20 Oct 2023

Cranfield University: Enabling WAAM in manufacturing aircraft landing gear

Cranfield University shares its finding after carrying out a feasibility and reliability study on 3D printed aircraft landing gear.

By TCT Team

/ 7 Sep 2023