3D printing news

This week’s #3DExpress is full of exciting aerospace news! First, the FAA has certified an innovative engine from GE Aerospace that was made using additive manufacturing. Next, the United States Air Force is calling for 3D printing vendors who can…

A sea of stone with white sugar-coated peaks where the snow glistens in the sun. This image is not only the dream of every winter sports enthusiast, the imposing mountain world also served as a source of inspiration for the…

As defined by UNESCO, cultural heritage encompasses artifacts, monuments, sites and museums that hold significant value, whether symbolic, artistic, aesthetic or social. These can be thought of as the objects and areas that help define who we are as a…

From science to 3D printing to business: this has been LEAM’s journey so far. The spin-off from the Technical University of Munich developed the foundation of the technology now marketed from within the university. With its DEMEX system, LEAM is…

The market for handheld 3D scanners is evolving rapidly, and SHINING 3D continues to innovate with its Einstar range. Founded in 2004, SHINING 3D is a major player in the 3D scanning field, with recognized expertise in both industrial metrology…

Japanese car manufacturer Honda recently revealed how it uses 3D printing to increase efficiency. The company’s technology of choice? Laser powder bed fusion (LPBF). This metal additive manufacturing technology can create complex geometries that are impossible to achieve through casting…

In our Inside 3D Tour video series, we take a look behind the scenes as we go see the most important players in the AM industry. In the past, we visited the headquarters of Stratasys, XJET and EOS, among others. This…

One of the core aspects that makes RAPID + TCT more than just a trade show is its conference. This year, there will be more than 140 technical presentations divided into eight tracks, only accessible for attendees with a conference…

Thanks to its diverse benefits, 3D printing offers many opportunities for companies to break with their usual production routines and make them more efficient. But the technology does not come without its share of challenges. Many attempts fail due to…

Nikon Corporation (Nikon), known for its digital manufacturing and advanced selective laser melting (SLM) solutions, announced last week that it was selected as one of the organizations to implement the Space Strategy Fund (SSF) by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency…

Additive manufacturing is establishing itself as a valuable technology in many sectors. In the past, we’ve explored its impact in fields such as jewelry, the marine industry, art, sport and even the Olympics, through various infographics. Today, we turn our…

Hypersonic manufacturing is one of the most challenging areas of research in modern aerospace applications. Vehicles traveling at more than five times the speed of sound have to withstand extreme conditions, including temperatures of more than 2000°C and enormous mechanical…