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Modeling Objects One Laser at a Time
How Does a Lidar 3D Scanner Work? – Simply Explained

It's easier to model real life objects when you have a 3D scanner. Join us as we explore one option, the lidar 3D scanner!

by Eldon Burr Jul 19, 2019
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Octoprint: Pocket Edition
Octopod Enables Easy Printer Control from Smartphone

Octoprint is a massively popular printer control solution that runs in desktop browsers - but what if you don't have a computer at hand? That's where Octopod comes in.

by All3DP Jul 18, 2019
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Good Vibes
These 3D Printed Micro-Bristle-Bots Move by Harnessing Vibrations

Researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a 3D printed robot that is almost too small to see. It moves by harnessing vibrations and could provide a pathway to intravenous surgeries, disaster relief, and early warning systems for seismic activity.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 18, 2019
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Choc It To Me
Cadbury Celebrates World Chocolate Day with Dairy Milk 3D Printer

Cadbury, the giant confectionery brand, launched its first-ever milk chocolate 3D printer to celebrate World Chocolate Day.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 17, 2019
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Prototyping
Polish Electric Motorbike Brand Falectra Developed 3D Printed Prototype with Zortrax

Designer Piotr Krzyczkowski created an environmentally and economically friendly motorbike for urban environments – without the help of 3D printing, this wouldn’t have been possible.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 16, 2019
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Safe And Sound
Conjoined Twins Separated with Help of 3D Printing

Twins conjoined at the head have been successfully separated after months of planning and hours of surgery. Surgeons used 3D scanning and printing to ensure the surgery was a success. 

by Hanna Watkin Jul 16, 2019
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To Infinity And Beyond
NASA Funds Demonstration to 3D Print Spacecraft Parts in Space

Made In Space has received a $73.7 million contract from NASA to demonstrate how its small spacecraft, called Archinaut One, can additively manufacture spacecraft components in low-Earth orbit.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 16, 2019
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Shortening Time-to-Market
German RepRap Launches L320 Liquid Silicone Rubber Printer

German RepRap has announced the launch of a new 3D printing platform which can print liquid silicone rubber (LSR) with properties close to that of injection-molded materials. It also has a larger build volume than the company's first LAM printer.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 15, 2019
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Rembrandt Comes to Life
Nachtwacht 360 is a Replica of Rembandt’s Night Watch with 3D Printed Props

“Nachtwacht 360" by photographer Julius Rooymans and fashion designer Hans Ubbinkis is a photographic replica of “The Night Watch” painting by Dutch artist Rembrandt brought to life with the help of 3D printing.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 14, 2019
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Newly Developed
Wacker to Unveil New ACEO Silicone 3D Printer

Wacker’s silicone 3D printing service provider ACEO is set to unveil a newly developed technology for manufacturing with silicone rubber at the K 2019 International Trade Fair.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 12, 2019
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$118MM Raised so Far
Robert Bosch Venture Capital Joins Xometry’s Series D Funding Round

Xometry, the Maryland-based rapid prototyping and on-demand manufacturing company, announced that joining its Series D funding round is Robert Bosch Venture Capital (RBVC).

by Hanna Watkin Jul 11, 2019
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All Your 3D Printed Memes Are Belong To Us
3D Printing Memes – 7 Best Memes to Laugh out Loud

Memes are a fun way to make a statement in modern times but if you really want it to stand out, do it in 3D! Check out some of our favorites and get ideas for your own 3D printed meme!

by Eldon Burr Jul 10, 2019
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Far Out
Scientists Bio-Printing Human Skin and Bone for Space Missions

The European Space Agency is working on a project to 3D print living tissue for uses in space exploration. So far, it's used bio-printing to create bone and skin samples which could be recreated in a low-gravity environment. 

by Hanna Watkin Jul 10, 2019
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Doesn’t work with some USB-Chargers
Confirmed: Raspberry Pi 4 has a USB-C Design Problem

The Raspberry Pi 4 was released last month boasting more RAM, a faster CPU, and USB 3.0, but a non-compliant USB-C charging port means it doesn't work with certain USB-C cables.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 10, 2019
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Strategic Alternatives
Nano Dimension Cuts Workforce by 20% and Launches New 3D Printer

Nano Dimension Ltd. has to cut its workforce by 20% while also seeking "strategic alternatives." However, it will also launch a 3D printer with "substantial performance improvements".

by Hanna Watkin Jul 9, 2019
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A Better Bin
Product Designer 3D Prints Smart Trash Can Prototype to Reduce Food Waste

Product design engineer Daniel Lloyd worked with Ogle Models to develop a semi-functional 3D printed prototype of his "smart bin" which was designed to reduce food waste throughout homes in the UK.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 9, 2019
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...and it shoots 10 balls per second
YouTuber 3D Prints World’s Largest Nerf Gatling Gun

YouTuber and maker Ivan Miranda has 3D printed the world's largest nerf gatling gun that shoots 10 balls per second at more than 60 miles per hour.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 8, 2019
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Clever Design
Volkswagen uses AI and 3D Printing to Produce Lightweight Car Parts

VW, the German automotive manufacturer, has trained Artificial Intelligence to change how car components are made and is manufacturing the resulting parts using 3D printers.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 5, 2019
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This Country is 3D Printing Data to Help Make Policy Decisions

Sierra Leone president Julius Maada Bio is using 3D printing to inform education policy decision making by translating complex data into visual objects so they're easier to understand.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 4, 2019
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Who Would You Vote For?
Here are the Finalists for the Women in 3D Printing Award

Four finalists have been announced for the first Women in 3D Printing Innovator Award, which was set up to recognize women in 3D printing.

by Hanna Watkin Jul 2, 2019
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