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A recent Kickstarter campaign launched by UMEI aims to revolutionize footwear comfort through 3D printing. Born from the personal experience of a young athlete, Luna, and the vision of her parents, UMEI promises customizable shoes suited to an active lifestyle.…

In 2023, the average European consumed 64.2 kg of meat. Despite a five-year decline reported by Agrarmarkt Informations-Gesellschaft, meat consumption remains disproportionately high amidst pressing environmental concerns, with beef farming notably contributing to climate change. This sustained demand drives minimal…

Now that the weekend is finally here, we are once again taking a look back at the news of the week in our #3DExpress. Starting it off, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo has once again predicted that the company will be…

Once again, we’d like to take a look at some of the latest news from the additive manufacturing market. Starting with new 3D printed cycling shoes from Lore! The shoes are produced from a scan, finished in under 10 minutes,…

In recent years, global efforts to implement the circular economy have significantly increased. A key component of this model is circular design, which focuses on developing products that are environmentally friendly and have a sustainable life cycle. A notable example…

In a significant change for the golf industry, Cobra Golf has introduced their LIMIT3D irons, the first-ever commercially available irons leveraging 3D printing technology. This release marks a potential turning point for club design, promising to deliver an unprecedented blend…

A collaborative effort between industrial engineers and forward-thinking furniture startups is poised to redefine the parameters of custom furniture manufacturing. Spearheaded by Feng Ju, an associate professor of industrial engineering at Arizona State University, and alongside industry frontrunners such as…

Screen printing is a centuries-old technique that is appreciated by artists and hobbyists alike. Famous pop artists such as Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein used screen printing to create and reproduce their unique works. Warhol’s famous “Shot Sage Blue Marilyn”,…

Additive manufacturing has gained in popularity in many sectors, including the world of sports. More and more companies are experimenting with 3D printing to design more comfortable and safe equipment, or to improve athletes’ performance. Furthermore, with the upcoming 2024…

Bryson DeChambeau, nicknamed ‘The Mad Scientist’ for his unconventional approach to the game of golf, has ignited the 2024 Masters Tournament, capturing the attention of fans and experts alike in the sport. While his stellar performance on the course has…

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,…

One less-discussed area where we have seen the growth of 3D printing in recent years is in the packaging industry. With the market valued at $1.21B in 2023 and expected to rise to $2.56B by 2023, according to Future Market…