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Bridge to the Future
China’s First 3D Printed Footbridge Unveiled in Shanghai

A 3D printed footbridge – the first of its kind in China – spanning 15 meters over a small lake was recently unveiled in Shanghai. Coin Robotic and Shanghai Machinery Construction Group created the printer and Polymaker provided the plastic.

by Hanna Watkin Jan 15, 2019
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Papa Ray Saves the Day
3-Year-Old Boy Gets 3D-Printed Prosthetic Arm From Family Friend

Robert Noyes, a 3-year-old from Utah, was born without half of his left arm. A family friend created an affordable prosthetic for the boy using a 3D printer — and changed his life for the better.

by Hanna Watkin Jan 14, 2019
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Looking Good!
Johnson &Johnson Launch 3D Printed Neutrogena MaskiD Face Mask

Johnson & Johnson is launching what it's calling the most personalized skincare product ever at the Consumer Electronics Showcase (CES) in Las Vegas. Neutrogena MaskiD is a 3D printed sheet mask which is powered by a wearer's data.

by Hanna Watkin Jan 7, 2019
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Perfect Rib Replica
Bulgarian Doctors Implant First 3D Printed Rib

Doctors in Bulgaria created a 3D printed rib for a patient who's own rib had to be removed due to a congenital disease. This use of additive manufacturing is a first, but not the last, for the country.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 27, 2018
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3D Printed Supercar to the Rescue
Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus Develops 3D Supercar Model to Promote Upcoming Launch

Scuderia Cameron Glickenhaus, the boutique manufacturer of "exotic high-performance racing and road cars", has partnered with Aerosport Modeling & Design to a 3D print small-scale model of its 2019 SCG 004S supercar.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 24, 2018
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Sail the World!
World’s First 3D Printed Sailboat Hull Ready for Mini Transat Ocean Race 2019

Italian start-up OCore has designed and created what they're claiming is the world's first 3D printed sailboat hull. It was unveiled during a ceremony at the sailing club Circolo della Vela Sicilia (CVS), Italy.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 23, 2018
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Changes A-Comin'
Aleph Objects Appoints New CEO and CTO with Plans to Target Growth in 2019

Aleph Objects, the 3D printer manufacturer responsible for LulzBot 3D printing products, has announced that it's appointing a new CEO and CTO to target growth in 2019.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 21, 2018
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Avoiding Relapse
Isolating Aggressive Breast Cancer Stem Cells with 3D Printed Scaffolds

Scientists at the University of Girona in Spain have reached an important milestone in triple-negative breast cancer research by successfully using 3D printing to isolate aggressive breast cancer stem cells. 

by Hanna Watkin Dec 20, 2018
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Tiny Optical Illusion
3D Printing Impossible Object Optical Illusions as Small as Red Blood Cells

A Japanese mathematical scientist at Meiji University used Cytosurge's FluidFM 3D printing technology to create "Impossible Objects", which trick the mind, as small as the size of a red blood cell.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 20, 2018
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Give Ultimaker Your Feedback
Ultimaker Cura 4.0 Beta Released with Preview of New User Interface

Cura, the free, open-source 3D printing slicer is in the process of being updated to Version 4.0. Ultimaker’s "early Christmas gift" has launched as a preview of the software's new user interface is available now. 

by Hanna Watkin Dec 19, 2018
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Caught Twinkly Handed
NASA Engineer Gets Revenge on Package Thieves with Glitter Bomb Trap

Mark Rober, the former NASA engineer turned YouTuber, has developed the perfect ploy to get his revenge on unsuspecting package thieves by building a Glitter Bomb trap which blasts them with glitter and a stinky smell triggered by a 3D printed actuator.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 19, 2018
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Face It, Facial Recognition isn't Safe
3D Printed Head Unlocks Multiple Phone Models

Thomas Brewster, a Forbes journalist, 3D printed a life size model of his own head to discover just how safe the data on our phones is when we use facial recognition. Turns out, a lot less safe than you might think.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 18, 2018
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Haunting 3D Print
LSU Student 3D Prints Full Size Human Phantom for Testing Radiation Therapy

A senior at Louisiana State University (LSU) studying Biological and Agricultural Engineering has used a 3D printer to aid her research by printing a life-size human body for radiation therapy. 

by Hanna Watkin Dec 17, 2018
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Big Printer for the Big Screen
Weta Workshop Acquires Large-Scale 3D Printer for Special Effect Production

Weta Workshop is a New Zealand special effects company which has acquired a large format Massivit 3D printer to use in producing intricate props, costumes and animatronics for the big screen. 

by Hanna Watkin Dec 16, 2018
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Don't Forget Your Toolbox
Autodesk Brings Additive Manufacturing to Construction Sites with Shipping Container “Toolbox”

Autodesk created a  21-foot-long additive manufacturing "toolbox" for the construction industry which houses two Panasonic TS-950 robots for 3D printing large metal components.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 15, 2018
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Pastry Chef Jordi Bordas Works with BCN3D to Create Golden Peanut

Through the power of desktop 3D printing, facilitated by Barcelona-based printer manufacturer BCN3D, pastry chef Jordi Bordas has concocted the ultimate nutty treat -- the Golden Peanut.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 14, 2018
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See Right Through
How to 3D Print Glass-Like Parts With Your FDM Printer

Anyone who has bought "transparent" filament will confirm maker Gluck's feeling that the resulting prints are translucent at best. Rather than making do, Gluck decided to find the perfect print setting to create truly transparent prints.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 13, 2018
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Smile!
Texas Department of Criminal Justice Buys 3D Printers to Create Dentures

Starting next year, the Texas Department of Criminal Justice will be using 3D printers to create dentures for inmates making it the first corrections agency in the USA to use the technology onsite, rather than waiting months for traditionally molded dentures.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 12, 2018
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No More Needles?
Researchers Develop Needle-less 3D Printed Biosensor for Glucose Monitoring

A research team from Washington State University is working on a project to develop a glucose monitoring 3D printed biosensor which would be integrated into wearable monitors.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 11, 2018
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Doctors Without Borders Hospital in Jordan 3D Print Prostheses for War Victims

Amputee war victims in Jordan are receiving 3D printed prostheses thanks to a Doctors Without Borders reconstructive surgery hospital. They hope to enable patients to regain functionality of missing limbs for an affordable price.

by Hanna Watkin Dec 10, 2018
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