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The 2024 Not-a-Boring Competition’s third edition, held in Bastrop, Texas, served as a global gathering of teams aiming to revolutionize tunneling. This dynamic event, blending innovation and speed, attracted 130 participants from five countries, forming eight teams. Among them were…

Higher, further, faster – these are not only the demands placed on modern society, but also science, industries, applications and technology. Whether in the automotive, aerospace or medical sectors, the general aim is to push boundaries, expand existing possibilities and…

Consider a shoe that reflects the diverse personalities of individuals. Whether you’re a bookworm, a connoisseur of luxury timepieces, or a fan of fantasy movies, what would such a shoe entail? Nike pursued this vision with its Nike A.I.R. project,…

In response to the relentless quest for environmentally-friendly production processes, several research initiatives have sought to improve existing 3D printing materials or develop new ones, but printing these can still be a challenge. To resolve this obstacle, researchers from MIT’s…

It seems a major ongoing intellectual property saga in the 3D printing world may be coming to an end. A jury in the U.S. District Court for the District of Delaware has reached a verdict in a patent lawsuit first…

In the rugged, harsh terrains of combat zones, traditional means of delivering aid often fall short, posing a significant risk of severe injury and death. Amidst this challenge, U.S. Air Forces Central engineers believe they have found a lifesaving solution…

Among the many different 3D printing software available, slicers serve as an intermediary between a 3D model and the 3D printer. More precisely, the slicer cuts a 3D model into a succession of layers that will be 3D printed by…

The “Frozen Music” project is pushing the boundaries of artistic creation by transforming music into 3D-printed sculptures. This collaboration between the Gävle Symphony Orchestra, Austrian designer Julia Körner and curator Andreas Vierziger offers a unique sensory experience that combines the…

Welcome to our compilation of this week’s top 5 most compelling 3D printing highlights. We kick off this week’s edition with our very own video, as Excelencia-Tech Group provides an in-depth look at their expansion into the additive manufacturing industry.…

It has been a busy week for 3D printing! And we are happy to tell you all about it in this;s 3DExpress which highlights some of the tidbits you may have missed from the week. First, learn more about the…

In medicine, one of the most prevalent applications of additive manufacturing is associated with surgical planning and surgeon training. New advancements are continuously surfacing in this field. For instance, 3D models depicting hearts with pathologies have been crafted to facilitate…

A few weeks ago, AMUG 2024 came to an end. The annual event is known for its focus on education and networking, driven ultimately by the motto ‘by users, for users.’ taking place once again in Chicago, attendees were able…