Polyether ether ketone, more commonly known as PEEK, is a semi-crystalline thermoplastic that is well known in the manufacturing industry for its mechanical properties. For some years now, it has been a popular material in the […]
Polycarbonate, better known by its acronym PC, is a material renowned in the 3D printing market for its impact resistance and transparency. It is a lightweight yet strong thermoplastic, ideal for a wide range of professional […]
Researchers at the University of Southern California, Viterbi School of Engineering, have developed a 3D printing material that repairs itself on its own after being fractured or punctured. These materials could be game-changing for many industries […]
The medical team at Kunming Medical University Hospital in China, in collaboration with the company IEMAI 3D successfully transplants the first clavicle printed in 3D with PEEK. What does this milestone mean for the medical sector? […]
FiberForce have announced the launch of the world’s first Pantone Matching System (PMS) based 3D printing filament line. They have partnered with Pantone, provider of professional colour standards for the design industry. In fact, Pantone has provided […]
How was your Christmas? There is still a festive atmosphere in the streets, with all the illuminations, the decorated Christmas trees, the snow and the cold. And yes, Christmas is past but we still celebrate its magic […]
At the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ETH), a doctoral student in the process engineering and mechanics department developed an additive manufacturing technique to create objects containing magnets in one go. Kai von Petersdorff-Campen dubbed his process " Embedded […]
The Japanese group Canon, a specialist in cameras, copiers and printers, entered the additive manufacturing market last year. When they manufactured its FDM MARV 3D printer. This small office machine didn't met a huge success. As it was […]
In Russia, scientists from the National University of Science and Technology (NUST MISIS) presented their research on a method of producing ultra-high purity alumina (UHPA) capable of doubling the strength of printed aluminum composites In 3D. We […]
A subsidiary of Mitsubishi Chemical Corporation, Verbatim has announced the arrival of a new filament for FDM 3D printing made from Durabio's eco-friendly material. This transparent material combines the properties of polycarbonate (PC) and polymethacrylate (PMMA). It has good […]
Yale University in the United States regularly publishes its "Journal of Industrial Ecology" in which the impact of the industry on the ecology is analysed, this year it has been focused on 3D printing. In collaboration with […]
When we talk about 3D printing, we often think of the benefits that the technology generates towards the environment: less waste material compared to traditional manufacturing, the possibility of recycling some waste, local production resulting in […]
SmarTech Publishing is an American research company specialising in industrial additive manufacturing. This week they have published their second report on the growth of ceramic 3D printing. According to the study, it is expected that within 10 years […]
After a previous article on how to choose a 3D printer, we continue today with our series of "Expert Advice". This time focused on how to choose your filament. Learn more about the elements to take […]
Cannabis has over recent time been a growing topic of debate. As it is discussed in various ways for its medical uses, environmental benefits and sustainable abilities, it is only natural that Hemp 3D printer filament […]
As 3D printing is becoming more and more widely spread. Various FDM machines are being produced to accomodate the need. For these machines there are the "standard" plastics such as pure ABS, PLA and PET. 3D printing is worked […]
The Center for Sustainable Materials Research and Technology (SMaRT Center) at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Australia has announced the opening of a micro-factory that will be dedicated to the recycling of electronic […]
While 3D concrete printing is gaining momentum in the construction industry, it seems that technology is also widely used in the arts industry to create complex and unique structures, including furniture. This is the case of this project presented […]
3D printing has a place in many sectors, particularly in the medical sector, where it enables the creation of devices and tools in a faster, more cost-effective way, but above all by opening up possibilities for […]
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