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3D scanning is the process of analysing a real-world object to collect data on its shape and possibly appearance. In the world of additive manufacturing, this data can be used to create 3D models in CAD software. 3D scanning not…

PrintSyst.ai is a startup that has focused over the last couple of years on developing artificial intelligence to solve the significant cost of the pre-printing processes in additive manufacturing. Today, analyzing parts before 3D printing is a crucial step that…

Generative design is an iterative design process that generates multiple design outputs that meet predefined constraints. This process is used in various fields such as art, architecture, and product design to produce outputs from sounds, images to CAD models. One…

This week we found the top 5 videos about 3D printing and the way additive manufacturing is changing production. The technology has infiltrated many sectors, from medical to automotive – check our selection of the week to keep up with the innovations! If you enjoy these, you…

Nik Huber Guitars (NHG) is a company that has been building electric guitars for several years now. It has recently turned to additive manufacturing through a collaboration with Heraeus, a German company specializing in precious metals. Together, they have 3D…

In the last few years, 3D printing technologies have penetrated the fashion industry, particularly the haute couture sector, to offer more innovation in designs. Given the design freedom that additive manufacturing enables, it makes sense that designers are interested in…

One of the sectors that benefit the most from 3D printing technologies is the automotive industry. Additive manufacturing is often associated with affordability and speed, so many car manufacturers use this technology to produce car parts cheaper and faster. Meanwhile,…

Polyoxymethylene or acetal, better known by the abbreviation POM, is a thermoplastic and belongs to the family of polyacetals. Discovered in 1920, it is now one of the most widely used materials in injection moulding, after polypropylene (PP) and polyamide…

The US Air Force has been incorporating additive manufacturing technologies in its operations for quite a while now. For instance, it has already collaborated with GE Additive to facilitate the adoption of metal 3D printing. This time US Air Force…

Following the many developments in the space of 3D printed meat, it’s the turn of fish! A team of Danish students has developed a project called Legendary Vish that aims to offer a vegan alternative to salmon in Europe. They…

Our 3D startup of the month, CASTOR, comes from Israel and has developed a software solution to help manufacturers reduce their lead times and manufacturing costs in 3D printing. Its objective is to take advantage of all the benefits of…

Having started at a 3D printer company to support customers working with 3D printing parameters, today, 3DOptimizer enables much more. The company offers a software that aims to optimize the settings for FFF 3D printing in order to avoid faulty…