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Based in Lingenau, western Austria, start-up VENOX Systems has come up with a 5-axis 3D printer capable of printing a wide range of thermoplastics, including continuous fibers. Its special feature is a head-changing system that gives access to several tools…

Last year, we hosted ADDITIV Polymers World, a virtual event dedicated to exploring the role of polymers in additive manufacturing. And suffice to say it was a huge success! With over 800 registrants, 15 speakers and a number of partners…

Increasingly, it seems like additive manufacturing could be changing the face of modern warfare. Already in Ukraine, we have seen how 3D printing can be used to create not just tourniquets for those who are injured but also weapons. And…

Now that another week has come to an end and the next one is starting, once again we want to showcase the best 3D printing videos that came out. This time, start with a 3Dnatives original as we take a…

On Friday, July 26th, 2024, the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic Games officially opened! And since then we have seen incredible feats of prowess from athletes the world over in about 40 sports. But of course, not everyone can make it…

Futurewave, a Belgian company with a team of 25 designers and engineers, known for its innovative products in the fields of transport, electronics and furniture, recently presented its new bicycle. Called Alyx, it was partly manufactured by 3D printing. Another…

We are back with the #Working3D series in which we get to know first-hand the different professions in the 3D printing sector. On this occasion, we will learn about the day-to-day life of an additive manufacturing innovation engineer. Closely related…

The leading cause of death is heart disease, responsible for almost a third worldwide. This is notably the case in the USA where one person dies every 33 seconds from cardiovascular disease according to the CDC and in the UK…

Amidst the excitement of the Olympic Games, ASICS has announced a new partnership with French software manufacturer Dassault Systèmes. As athletes from around the world strive for gold, ASICS and Dassault Systèmes are setting new standards in footwear technology and…

Aircraft and spacecraft have become central to our way of life. Whether for traveling, satellite communications, navigation, national security or any of the other numerous applications for which these craft are necessary, it is important that they be able to…

Additive manufacturing is often seen as a greener alternative to traditional manufacturing methods and mass production, which generates high emissions. One reason for this is that 3D printing only adds materials where they are actually needed, thus reducing waste. Although…

Materialise, a global leader in 3D printing software and services, has acquired FEops, a Belgian company specializing in AI (artificial intelligence)-driven simulation technology. FEops’ solution enables improved capacity, efficiency and clinical outcomes for structural cardiac interventions. Although the amount of…