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ASA (Acrylonitrile Styrene Acrylate) is an amorphous thermoplastic similar to ABS: the main difference is that it is an acrylic elastomer, whereas ABS is a butadiene elastomer. It is found in filament form for FDM / FFF 3D printing. In…

RAPID + TCT 2023 has wrapped up! After 3 exciting days in Chicago, the largest conference on additive manufacturing in North American has closed its door after a successful edition with over 400 exhibiting companies and over 9500 attendees from…

Industries are increasingly searching for new and advanced materials and processes to improve their products, and the aerospace sector is no exception. The industry’s needs are evolving rapidly with the introduction of more stringent requirements. Thus, they demand new technologies…

It is once again Sunday, which means it is time for the week’s top 5 3D printing videos! This weeks content features the evolution of resin 3D printing, how to cut costs and de-risk production lines, more 3D printed fish…

Polyetherketoneketone, better known by its acronym PEKK, is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic that is increasingly used in the additive manufacturing market. Often compared to PEEK, it belongs to the same family – the PAEK family – known for its mechanical and…

In a fascinating and seamless blend of tradition, modernity, and innovation, professors John Lin and Lidia Ratoi from the University of Hong Kong have breathed new life into an abandoned wooden house in China. Through the integration of 3D printed…

Though additive manufacturing is rapidly industrializing, it is important to not forget that so many of the innovations we have today were a direct result of the RepRap movement that started in 2005 (and continues to this day). Furthermore, that…

Puma and Porsche Design, a brand dedicated to sportswear and accessories from the famous car brand, have partnered to design the 3D MTRX sneaker, whose midsole was 3D printed. The midsole has a lattice structure, but is inspired by the…

Additive manufacturing has become increasing popular in the food sector in recent years. It has completely changed the way food of all kinds is produced and can be customized to meet specific consumer needs. This has now been demonstrated by…

Worth an estimated value of $750 billion by 2031, 3D printing in the construction sector certainly seems to have a bright future ahead of it. And for good reason, this manufacturing method offers multiple benefits on different levels: a reduction…

The global 3D printing market is experiencing remarkable growth, driven by technological advancements, expanding applications across various industries and increasing demand for customized products. According to a recent article published on MarketWatch, a website specializing in financial news and stock…

Researchers at Cardiff University have made a LEGO 3D bioprinter that is capable of printing human tissue such as skin according to a study in Advanced Materials Technologies. The team has made their model open source and hope to have…