Honda is pioneering ground-breaking 3D crash simulation software developed in partnership with 3DXCITE, allowing engineers to view collisions more precisely.
Local Motors has selected Strati by Michele Anoè as the winning design for its first 3D-printed car, which will be on display both during production and in its final form at the International Manufacturing Technology Show.
Graphite has announced its offering extends to large-scale, precision parts in ABS-like materials - ideal for demanding applications such as motorsport and aerospace.
A scheme that has already boosted 3D printing's position in the UK manufacturing supply chain is providing a further £100 million to strengthen British manufacturing.
An upturn in car manufacturing in the UK is a good sign for the British industrial additive manufacturing sector, as 3D printing technologies permeate more supply chains and workshops.
The new Technology Director for AME has targeted £5 million in investment for advanced manufacturing in automotive research - potentially boosting the development of additive manufacturing.
Rose Brooke travelled to Munich for RTT Excite 2014, in which RTT becomes 3DXCITE following the Dassault Systèmes acquisition. Here are her thoughts on this major event in the 3D design and software calendar.
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