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Wanting to learn more about Additive Manufacturing? Here are a collection of articles on Additive Manufacturing as you explore the technology.
Additive Manufacturing, also know as 3D printing, is the construction of a three-dimensional object from a 3 dimensional CAD model. The term "3D printing" can refer to a variety of technologies where a material is bonded to create a three-dimensional object, typically layer by layer.
Custom train parts for the electronic onboard information systems of the ICE trains operated by Deutsche Bahn. The fleet of third-generation ICE trains operated by Deutsche Bahn features just under 160 units from various production series. Every single one of them still looks and feels modern, …
[Read more...] about Deutsche Bahn chooses additive manufacturing to maintain its trains
solidThinking™ units are a market-first licensing model providing on-demand flexibility to access Altair's entire simulation-driven design portfolio on the desktop and in the cloud. Altair announced the introduction of a new software licensing model for its solidThinking™ suite of simulation-driven …
In the automotive sector, limited editions of successful models are a smart marketing move. But car makers are always looking for specific ways to distinguish themselves from their competitors within their market segments. DS Automobiles, a brand by the PSA Group, managed to establish itself on the …
Isaac’s Fine Jewellery is owned and operated by Isaac Cohen. Isaac who is based in Boca Raton, Florida has been in the jewellery industry for over 30 years providing the highest quality designs and bespoke items for his discerning customers. Why use 3D printing for jewellery manufacturing? Prior to …
[Read more...] about Jeweller switches to EnvisionTEC’s cDLM for increased speed and accuracy
Metal is ‘on fire’ right now in additive manufacturing as technologies continue to progress; the segment has been a major feature at industry events lately, and the recent RAPID + TCT was certainly no exception, as metals drew significant attention. Adding flame to that metal fire was Boston-based …
[Read more...] about Markforged Sharpens Focus on Best-Fit Applications in 3D Printing
Within the “MINI Yours Customised” program, MINI owners can create their very own personalized equipment online. The British premium automobile manufacturer uses 'MINI Yours Customised' to offer its customers the opportunity of providing selected upgrade products with a design they have selected …
RtS Films uses Markforged to 3D print cable mountings for handheld 3D cameras. Rent the Sky Films prints custom cable adapters for a 6.8kg, handheld 3D camera that replaces conventional 45kg rigs. These adapters consolidate cabling to a single interface point, making the camera simpler and easier to …
[Read more...] about 3D Printing Application Spotlight – Cable Harnesses
EOS additive manufacturing technology and talent enables pioneering organizations, like LAUNCHER, to develop and succeed in the new space race. What is the most difficult part about launching a satellite into orbit? Building the engine. LAUNCHER is a small team on a 10 year journey to send a …
[Read more...] about Building the next generation of rocket engines – made possible by EOS
EOS, the world's leading technology supplier in the field of industrial 3D printing of metals and polymers, has refined one of its most successful systems even further with its FORMIGA P 110 Velocis: Based on the FORMIGA P 110 for additive manufacturing (AM) with plastic materials, Velocis, thanks …
Innovative 3D Manufacturing, based in Franklin, Indiana, provides metal additive manufacturing for a wide range of industries worldwide including the automotive, aerospace, and medical sectors. Taylor Johnson, an engineer at Innovative 3D, is using his 3DP printer in a variety of ways. The company …
[Read more...] about Polymer 3D Prints Used to Protect Costly Metal Parts
Reinvent yourself! Do you want to become a leading expert in additive manufacturing and accelerate your business? Start production now! EOS provide different systems that perfectly fit your use case and enable you to ramp-up your production. More information: https://www.eos.info/reinvent Want to …
Additive manufacturing – for a new drilling experience Imagine trying to drill a hole through your living room wall, down the hallway and into the bedroom, all while standing in front of your house. Sounds impossible? Not when you use the right drilling technique - on the one hand flexible, but on …
Not all forms of 3D printing are created equal—and that truth is also evident to the visible eye within individual 3D printing processes as well. Novices to the field sometimes debate whether SLA or DLP is a superior technology for final 3D printer performance. But even within the processes of SLA …
[Read more...] about Why EnvisionTEC DLP 3D Printing is Better …
I’ve been in engineering in some shape or form for 25 years now and have always enjoyed solving engineering problems. I love collecting all the relevant data, visiting the site if possible and studying and operating machines and processes for hours. Spending hours thinking about all the possible …
[Read more...] about 3D Printing and the World of Biomimicry
Application Engineers from Markforged spend most of their time at customer sites helping manufacturers assess and pinpoint the best applications for 3D printing in their production facilities. Now they’re sharing the key strategies to help you walk your own factory floor and find 3D printing …
[Read more...] about How to Identify Additive Manufacturing Opportunities in Your Workplace
