Another Sunday means another Top 5 list of videos straight from the world of 3D printing! This week begins with a look at the world of sport; an introductory video explores how the US Luge team uses 3D printing to be on top of their game. For those who like to understand the business perspective, we have a TEDTalk with entrepreneur Anna Cheniuntai on 3D printing’s advantage in construction. Our 3Dnatives team interviewed Bradley Rothenberg, CEO of nTopology to find out more about his idea of the future and about his company’s place in the market. Next, we have a challenge video, in which a group attempts to make 100 3D-printed bike levers on a single build plate! We conclude the list with an in-depth webinar which analyses 3D printing’s place in resolving supply chain issues and other big-picture issues. We hope you enjoy!
Top 1: Stratasys is Helping the US Olympic Luge Team
US-based Stratasys is continuing their partnership with the US Olympic Luge team, following reasonable success at the 2022 Pyeongchang Games. They use 3D printing to produce luge parts and ensure streamlining which can save milliseconds on the track. This video explains how pieces can be made in just two weeks using Stratasys’ FDM solutions.
Top 2: The Benefits of 3D Printing in Construction
3D printing in construction is an emerging technology. This video, a TED Talk by entrepreneur Anna Cheniuntai, analyzes the benefits of its use to counteract the disadvantages of traditional processes. She outlines the potential which 3D printing could provide for a future of housing. Notably, she says the efficiency of 3D printing in construction can be compared to a Formula 1 pitstop, in which changes are made within seconds in order to progress.
Top 3: We Sat Down with Bradley Rothenberg from nTopology
We spoke this week with Bradley Rothenberg, CEO of 3D-printing software company nTopology on the progress of the industry and the place of his company within it. We learned about nTopology’s work in aerospace, defense, and automotive industries, to name a few. He cleared up misconceptions about the field and finished with his view of its place in the future.
Top 4: Can You Print 100 Brake Levers on One Build Plate?
This team attempted to print 100 metal mountain bike brake levers on a single build plate! They show off the efficiency of their equipment and give visual displays of their plan. The video talks through their process, from design to building to the post-processing, while illustrating this through footage. We see the success of the final product (spoiler!)
Top 5: Our Webinar Explains How to Overcome Supply Chain Issues With 3D Printing
We finish with our webinar, a discussion between the CEOs of Aidro and Desktop Metal on the use of additive manufacturing to resolve supply chain issues and labor crises. Notably, our guests showed examples of manufacturers successfully using additive manufacturing tools for metal and sand.
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