new What has changed in device manufacturing to allow a small company like PSYONIC to upend the market for traditional prostheses?• 3D printing has been ubiquitous in prototyping and product development for decades. Now this maturing technology, specifically selective laser sintering (SLS) and stereolithography (SLA) printing, is entering widespread use in manufacturing.• Improved technology for high-throughput and high-quality printing of final end-use parts, and a variety of improved materials, make 3D printing practical for creating new medical devices.• In addition to fabricating end-use parts directly, 3D printing offers compelling advantages in “hybrid production,” as an intermediate process alongside conventional processes, for instance in fabricating molds, tools, patterns, fixtures, and jigs. This is known as rapid tooling and manufacturing aids. — JEC, 9h ago

new With the rising application of thermal printing to many industries such as shopping malls, grocery stores, hospitality, and lottery systems, the printing industry has become more and more popular with thermal printing due to its accuracy and quality and low maintenance, and fast printing speed. Further, the demand for paper is increasing, with reduced printing costs, and time-saving properties. — factmr.com, 9h ago

new According to SPER Market Research, the Digital Printing Market is he global digital printing market, which uses digital technology to produce printed goods. In comparison to conventional printing techniques, digital printing has a number of benefits, such as quicker printing times, reduced prices, and the capacity to print in smaller quantities. — openPR.com, 16h ago

new Thermal transfer labels have applications in electronic displays, aviation, and military, along with paint and industrial applications. Thermal transfer labels are manufactured prominently through the co-extrusion process and are laminated with adhesives to provide self-adhering and self-adhesive properties to the film. — factmr.com, 9h ago

new Using 3D Systems’ Figure 4 technology, the combination of new material properties, speed, and accuracy allows the production of rugged industrial products for the first time, targeted at appliances, cellular and data-center applications. Additive manufacturing provides TE Connectivity freedom of design to create complex geometries that would be difficult to create using injection molding. It increases flexibility for low volume, quick turn production runs, and tooling avoidance, allowing TE to quickly demonstrate its capabilities and its customers to more efficiently meet demand. — VoxelMatters - The heart of additive manufacturing, 1d ago

new The range of 100% recyclable, extruded thermoplastic resin flow mesh products developed and produced by EXPO-NET are extensively used in composite manufacturing as essential vacuum infusion processing aids; up to four different custom made resin flow mesh grades can be used in specific areas of an infused part to increase productivity and to avoid premature resin hardening and air voids. — JEC, 9h ago

new In the age of robots, artificial intelligence and automation in architecture, 3D printing is gaining popularity in the construction industry, particularly for its ability to create complex shapes and structures quickly and with less waste. — University of Michigan News, 1d ago

new ..., the largest global events for the product design segment, 3dpbm’s AM Focus will delve into some of the consumer products that are increasingly leveraging the benefits of AM in terms of mass customization, on-demand production, new styles and geometries. The key products to look at in this AM Focus are going to be eyewear, footwear, jewelry and sporting equipment, as well as many applications in packaging. Industry leaders such as EOS, HP and Carbon have taken a particular interest for the footwear and eyewear segments, along with leading AM Service providers such as Materialise. — VoxelMatters - The heart of additive manufacturing, 1d ago

new ...is a leading printing company in Melbourne, providing superior-quality and cost-effective printing solutions to various industries. We use advanced printing technology and materials to deliver attractive, budget-friendly printing solutions. — Flying Solo, 23h ago

new In February, Nextech3D.ai announced a major generative artificial intelligence (AI) breakthrough in 3D model texture creation. The breakthrough enables the Company to recreate high-quality 4K textures at scale from just small digital swatches in just seconds versus hours of manual labor, representing a 720x increase in production speed. This breakthrough in texture expansion technology will revolutionize the 3D modeling industry, and gives Nextech3D.ai a major competitive edge further solidifying its leadership position in the global 3D model space for ecommerce. With this technology, Nextech3D.ai is revolutionizing the 3D modeling industry and making it possible to create photo-realistic 3D models as digital replicas of real-world products at scale for large enterprise customers. — SalesTech Star, 1d ago

new While these are impressive examples of production capabilities with powder bed fusion, one of the most original and interesting applications was presented by JPB Système, a French company specialized in the production of ready to use lockwireless anti-rotational devices. Initially made for the aeronautic and aerospace industry, these parts can now also be used in the automotive, railways, marine and nuclear industries. JPB is now starting to produce these small, intricate components using binder jetting technology from Digital Metal, in one of the first cases of binder jetting used for part production (tools in this case) for aerospace. It may be an isolated case or the start of something bigger but it will be interesting to track. — VoxelMatters - The heart of additive manufacturing, 1d ago

new ...is a very large 3D printing consumables distributor in Russia. Headquartered in St. Petersburg, the company has locations and partners in Moscow (3D-Mall, 3D Printing Salon Selena and 3d-diy.ru), Kazan (3D World of Printing), Voronezh, Krasnoyarsk, and Kemerovo. PrintProduct3D sells both extrusion (including Picaso3D) and photopolymerization systems, as well as a wide range of filaments, solvents, adhesives and 3D print pens. They are also quite good at 3D printing, as the impressive life-size Deadpool and Lady Deadpool below – present at their 3D Today Fest booth – clearly showed. — VoxelMatters - The heart of additive manufacturing, 1d ago

new In addition, CUMI is one of the first companies to produce graphene for aerospace & defence applications in India. CUMI also brings cutting-edge composite technology for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) including CFRP tubes, panels, and customised composite structural parts for drones. — Autocar Professional, 1d ago

new Tim Pierce, ExOne Vice President of Metal Commercial Products, added: “Metal 3D printing using our exclusive approach to binder jetting has exciting and significant consequences for a variety of manufacturers, including those who make parts with cemented carbide and other tungsten composites. Our latest development collaboration with GTP will help advance the materials necessary to deliver on the vision of producing these parts faster, with less waste and more geometric design freedom.”... — VoxelMatters - The heart of additive manufacturing, 1d ago

new India will continue to be at the forefront of holography innovation, developing new security printing applications featuring distinct visual effects that are easy to identify and secure yet difficult to simulate. We can see that new techniques in film coating and production technology are pushing the boundaries for the use of holographic materials. — Asia Pacific Security Magazine, 22h ago

new Thermal conductivity refers as an important characteristic for several manufacturing operations. Thermal transfer properties of a variety of materials are effective in certain applications owing to natural molecular structure that allows for direct heat-transfer. Thermal transfer materials are extensively used to manufacture the heat conductive adhesive tapes, printable products and polymer sheets. These polymer sheets are utilized for barcodes, labeling, and QR code labels for retailing, logistics, and consumer goods. — openPR.com, 2d ago

new On the research side, Kalman stated, "I am currently involved in research that I feel is pushing and advancing the boundaries of 3D printing and additive manufacturing in dentistry. As a medical (dental) device researcher, additive manufacturing has provided an avenue to fabricate complex geometries and devices that were not previously possible."... — MCADCafe, 2d ago

new ...“Machina Labs has demonstrated that its large-envelope, two-robot, incremental sheet metal forming technology can be used for manufacturing of metal tooling for composites resulting in dramatically reduced tool costs and time-to-market of composite parts,” said Craig Neslen, Manufacturing Lead for the ACP Program at AFRL. “At the same time, given that no part-specific hardware is necessary for manufacturing of the sheet metal tools, it is possible to not only fabricate the tools expeditiously, but to quickly accommodate design changes when necessary.”... — Robotics World, 1d ago

new Custom logo embossed or debossed closures are offered for qualified buyers at no cost. Closure decorating options include metallizing, water transfer printing, screen printing and hot stamping along with new multi-color digital printing with 3D capability. — Zephyrnet, 1d ago

new ...are jointly developing an additive manufacturing solution to produce electrical connectors meeting stringent UL regulatory requirements. The solution includes 3D Systems’ Figure 4 Modular, Figure 4 material, 3D Sprint software, and services, and was designed to meet TE Connectivity’s unique requirements for material performance and high tolerance, reliable printing. — Digital Engineering, 1d ago

new Holo uses its PureForm™ Additive Manufacturing platform to produce highly-precise metal parts in prototype to production volumes. Based on a sinter-based Vat Photopolymerisation (VPP) process, PureForm can produce parts with features less than 50 µm, enabling a wide range of applications including electrical components, jewellery, and medical and dental devices. With its precision and MIM-like surface finish, Holo states that parts generally do not need post-processing, further reducing cost to the end customer. — Metal AM magazine, 1d ago

new AM service providers are being challenged to meet growing demands and expectations in terms of part quality and competitive pricing. A key element of this task is to monitor and control the 3D printing process. However, AM users are missing the right tools and suffer from failed builds, hidden defects inside of their parts, and standard 3D printing parameters that don’t support their AM applications. This wastes machine time, material, and post-processing capacity, leading to unnecessary costs. — Metrology and Quality News - Online Magazine, 1d ago

new KAV’s custom material is available in grey, black, and white colors, and the use of 3D printing enables the two-to-three-week delivery of the made-to-order helmets. Production of these unique, energy-absorbing structures would not be possible via traditional manufacturing. Additive manufacturing also allows KAV Sports to reduce production costs and unnecessary waste. — VoxelMatters - The heart of additive manufacturing, 1d ago

new Traditional batteries are constrained into set shapes and form factors, whereas the Energy Ink provides new creative freedom in design. The next phase of work in the Electronic Skin Patch segment is to optimise the ink and printing capability of the cell structure and successfully print batteries into alternative shapes and patterns. The team will also fabricate smaller cell sizes and integrate them with a more customised power management module to test the lower limit in cell size for Electronic Skin Patches. Results are expected in Q2, 2023. — TechNode Global, 1d ago

new To achieve optimal results in terms of productivity, Additive Industries underlines the integration of process steps and the automation of handling and execution to increase the efficiency of its modular systems capacity. In this way, one of the key challenges of AM ( i.e mass production) could be overcome. Per Daan Kersten words: “[Our] modular, end-to-end 3D printing system includes a seamlessly integrated information platform for high-end and demanding industrial markets, with a specific focus on aerospace, automotive, medical technology and high-tech equipment.”... — VoxelMatters - The heart of additive manufacturing, 1d ago

new The test pieces that Thermwood printed show that this approach will work in practice. ABS was chosen because of its physical properties and relatively low cost compared to other reinforced thermoplastics. Certain thermosets will work directly on the ABS molded surface using just traditional mold release practices, however, other thermoset materials are based on solvents that can chemically attack the ABS polymer. To prevent this, Thermwood has experimented with several protective coatings including traditional mold gel coats. — VoxelMatters - The heart of additive manufacturing, 1d ago

new Redwire’s BFF, the 3D BioFabrication Facility is America’s first bioprinter with a permanent home on the International Space Station (ISS). In early 2023, NASA astronauts successfully installed an upgraded BFF that allows greater temperature control when printing with bioinks that are sensitive to temperatures, as well as Redwire’s Advanced Space Experiment Processor (ADSEP), used in conjunction with BFF. — VoxelMatters - The heart of additive manufacturing, 1d ago

new Plastic mold manufacturers are being used to create unique and customized decorative items. For example, plastic molds can be used to create vases and bowls in a range of shapes and sizes. They can also be used to create figurines and other decorative items that add personality and character to a space. Plastic molds are particularly popular in modern homes where sleek and minimalist designs are preferred. — TechMoran, 1d ago

new Metal additive manufacturing (AM) and the tooling industry are at an exciting crossroads. While the conversation around manufacturing technologies categorizes AM for low volume and conventional manufacturing processes like stamping or casting for high volume production, there is a third, growing category of production called “AM-enabled conventional manufacturing” that provides a compelling avenue for innovation of complex molds and inserts. — Velo3D | Leading Provider of Metal 3D Printing Solutions, 1d ago

new Using 3D Systems’ Figure 4 3D Printer and 3D Sprint software to optimise the design and process, a connector was developed to meet stringent heat, flammability and thermal aging needs. — DEVELOP3D, 1d ago

new ...(GRAM) technology is a fully automated endless filament winding process used to develop ultra-lightweight 2D, 3D and 4D parts and structures for use in several industrial fields. A process capable of using any types of fibres and with any impregnation matrix, GRAM is a fast, low energy consumption, waste reducing and cost effective manufacturing technique capable of creating heavy duty lightweight structures which support the use of bio-based raw materials. — engineerlive.com, 2d ago

new Over the past decade, new technologies have increasingly permeated the factory floor. Automation, always a part of manufacturing, has quickly escalated thanks to ever-increasing computer processing power and data storage. At the same time, technologies such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things connectivity, cloud computing, big data analytics, 3D printing, and many others that were previously complex to install and configure have become affordable and scalable. They too have found their way into industrial applications. — ctemag.com, 1d ago

new Zivid is one of Norway's most ambitious new technology companies, serving the global robotics market with our 3D computer vision solutions. Our cameras provides robots and machines with 3D vision. Among many applications, Zivid cameras can be used to recognize randomly distributed parts for pick-and-place, or do in-line quality control of items on a production line. — Forum for Electronics, 2d ago

new Virtual production will occupy a central position in film and television production. Ongoing advances in technology, coupled with the successful application of virtual production techniques in industries such as gaming and architecture, are poised to make this method more attainable, thereby driving its proliferation. As the need for elevated visual effects in media continues to surge, virtual production offers the way to satisfy this demand while simultaneously streamlining the production process, saving valuable time and resources. — BroadcastPro ME, 1d ago

new ...3D modeling technology can be used to promote interdisciplinary learning, allowing students to connect scientific concepts with other subjects such as art, history, or social studies. For example, students can use 3D modeling to create models of historical structures or to explore the relationship between art and science in areas such as architecture or medical illustration. — eLearning Industry, 1d ago

new Indoor lab space for concept exploration, development, and prototyping. World-class... — nrel.gov, 2d ago

new However, I believe that decentralization of the means of production can make lack of coherent security irrelevant for folks willing to create the means of providing their own security. Along with a network of decentralized makers ability to provide mutually redundant security from gangs of armed thugs are the potential to produce many, if not all, of the blessings of civilization, from food, shelter, and power production, to electronics, communications, and medical services. As decentralized production technologies like aquaponics, 3D printing, solar (and other) power, inkjet printing (which is able to print electronics on PET, including solar, LEDs, and logic circuitry, drugs by assembling molecular subunits, and even living cells), AI (not AGI, or anything more than is available presently, which purged of it's crippling politicization, would be very useful in automating household production, financial assets, even medical diagnostics, and much more) continue to develop, the ability of communities to themselves produce all the blessings of civilization is becoming inescapable. — LeoFinance, 2d ago

new ...“3D-printed orthopedic solutions can be used to create customized implants and prostheses that are a perfect fit for each patient. This not only results in a better fit and more comfortable device, but it also leads to potentially faster healing times and longer durability. 3D printing presurgical planning either using anatomical models or surgical guides is now routinely used in the operating room. In this upcoming webinar, we primarily focus on orthopedic surgical care from several different perspectives. In a future webinar in... — 3DPrint.com | The Voice of 3D Printing / Additive Manufacturing, 2d ago

new Producing bodily variations of car prototypes is commonly costly and time-consuming. To not point out, the usage of numerous sources has a direct impression on the planet. With prolonged actuality, firms can create digital twins of potential merchandise and use apps to finish designs in a digital world. Prototyping in XR considerably reduces prices and permits staff to experiment extra quickly with design concepts. Firms like Ford already use VR in prototyping. — SB Crypto Guru News- latest crypto news, NFTs, DEFI, Web3, Metaverse news and more, 2d ago