Top 5 Videos: The Czinger 21C and Other Pioneering Supercars
Welcome to our compilation of this week’s most compelling 3D printing highlights. We kick off this week’s edition with a video by Top Tech showcasing 15 of the world’s fastest cars and offering an in-depth look at the Czinger 21C supercar, which incorporates 3D printed components. Next up, John Heisz outlines the process of designing and 3D printing a fully functional bandsaw. Moving forward, Tech Spectrum explores 12 emerging technologies, including 3D printing for housing construction. Next, AM Central Techtube offers a virtual tour of the Advanced Manufacturing Center Fabrication and Prototyping Laboratory, showcasing its state-of-the-art 3D printing capabilities. Lastly, the 3D Print Zone demonstrates the step-by-step process of building a beautiful, glow-in-the-dark, functional electric Telecaster guitar using 3D printing and epoxy resin. Let’s get started!
Top 1: The Czinger 21C and Other Pioneering Supercars
First up, Top Tech showcases the top 15 fastest cars in the world, offering car enthusiasts and speed lovers an exhilarating journey through the realm of dynamic automotive engineering. From the SSC Tuatara to electric prototypes like the McMurtry Spéirling, which boasts a remarkable acceleration of 0-60 mph in just 1.5 seconds, each car represents a pinnacle of speed and innovation. This list includes the Czinger 21C, a remarkable hybrid sports car prototype that embodies cutting-edge 3D printing technology and can reach speeds of up to 280 mph. Check it out below!
Top 2: 3D Printing a Band Saw
Next up, John Heisz details the process of designing and building a band saw using 3D printed parts, challenging conventional skepticism about the feasibility of such a project. Heisz continues to address doubts about the durability and practicality of 3D printed components, highlighting the strength and cost-effectiveness of leveraging this approach. The result is a functional, efficient, 3D printed bandsaw that fuses traditional craftsmanship with modern manufacturing techniques.
Top 3: 12 Emerging Technologies
In this video by Tech Spectrum, we’re provided with an insightful exploration of 12 emerging technologies projected to revolutionize various aspects of the world. From the Aila concept car’s intelligent features and nanotechnology’s microscopic innovations to the potential of 3D printing in housing construction, each technology offers a variety of exciting possibilities. The video highlights how 3D printing offers a faster, more cost-effective alternative to traditional methods, enabling the construction of homes, bridges, and even entire buildings with unparalleled precision and speed, and showcases projects by leading companies like ICON, Apis Cor, and WASP.
Top 4: Virtual Tour of the AMCen Fabrication and Prototyping Laboratory
Moving forward, AM Central Techtube offers a virtual tour of the Advanced Manufacturing Center Fabrication and Prototyping Laboratory, showcasing its state-of-the-art 3D printing capabilities. Viewers are guided through various workshops equipped with advanced 3D printers and scanners capable of printing a wide range of materials, including a variety of ceramics, polymers, metals, and even food.
Top 5: 3D Printing a Glow-In-The-Dark Telecaster Guitar
Wrapping up, the 3D Print Zone demonstrates the step-by-step process of building a glow-in-the-dark functional electric Telecaster guitar using 3D printing and epoxy resin. Carefully detailing the entire build process, the host provides a detailed explanation behind the CAD design, resin pouring, neck installation, electronics wiring, and stringing of the guitar. The creator also provides links to access the guitar design files and parts list.
*Cover Photo Credits: Robert Grubbs
