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2023 Lift Off!
The Making of a Failed Planet Called Psyche

Scientists at Arizona State University have developed a 3D model of failed planet, Psyche, and plan to launch a mission to it in 2023.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 21, 2017
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Customizable Kicks
Students Develop 3D Printed Eco-Sneakers You Can Customize

Polish students developed eco-friendly shoes for their graduation project using a 3D printer and now hope to start a dedicated business.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 21, 2017
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Knees Together
Duke University Develops 3D Printable Hydrogel for Menisci Implants

Duke University researchers have developed a hydrogel which can be used for printing meniscus implants perfect for easing aching knees.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 20, 2017
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Growing Panes
Researchers 3D Print Glass With Desktop SLA Printer

Researchers from Karlsruhe Institute of Technology, Germany, have developed a technique to print clear glass using desktop SLA 3D printers.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 20, 2017
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Lucky Winners
Cults3D Special MAKES Challenge Winners Now Announced

Cults3D has announced the lucky winners for their Special Makes Challenge. Prizes include a BCN3D Sigma R17, filament, and a gift card.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 20, 2017
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It's A Small World
Gulliver’s Gate is a Huge Miniature Model with 3D Printed Components

On display in New York is Gulliver's Gate, a massive miniature made up of hundreds of landmarks created by model makers across the world.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 20, 2017
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Weekend at Wohlers
Learn About Design for Additive Manufacturing with Wohlers Associates

Wohlers Associates and Materialise are offering a three-day course on design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) in Leuven, Belgium.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 19, 2017
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Shine Bright
This Hypnotic Art Installation is Made Possible with 3D Printing

Singapore University professors use 3D printing to develop a stunning interactive structure for the iLight Marina Bay Festival, Singapore.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 19, 2017
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Belgium Chocolate meets Belgium Beer
This 3D Printed Chocolate from the Miam Factory in Belgium is Mouthwatering

The Miam Factory uses 3D printers to create unique chocolate creations including everything from beer bottles to engraved macarons.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 19, 2017
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Extra Stiff Parts
New Carbon-Fiber Nylon Composite 12CF for Stratasys FDM 3D Printers

Stratasys launched the FDM Nylon 12CF - a carbon fiber-filled nylon printing material which can create end-use parts and speed up production.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 18, 2017
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Move It, Move It
Preserving the Endangered Lemur with 3D Scanning and X-Rays

The Duke Lemur Center is using 3D scanning and micro-computed tomography to preserve lemurs and soon anyone will have access to the files.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 18, 2017
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Metamorphosis
These Shape-Shifting 4D Objects Transform with Heat

Researchers from several institutions have developed shape-shifting 4D prints which can permanently transform when heated up.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 18, 2017
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Dust or Bust
3D Printed Space Dust Tools and Buildings a Reality

The additive manufacturing laboratory at Northwestern University, USA, proves the viability of 3D printing using extraterrestrial dust.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 17, 2017
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Bench Press
Benchmarks: Worktops Made into Beautiful Art with 3D Scanning & CNC Milling

Ghanian artist El Anatsui and Factum Arte have created a series of contemporary art prints called Benchmarks, featuring 3D scanned worktops.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 16, 2017
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Gimme Shelter
Hermit Crab Lives in 3D Printed Shells Made by Artist

The Hermit Crab can now inhabit a 3D printed shell representing famous landmarks, specially created by Japanese artist Aki Inomata.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 12, 2017
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Martian Hip Op
UK University Developing Robots For Hip Replacements in Space

The head of Bournemouth University’s Orthopaedic Research Institute will explain, in a lecture, how we'll perform hip replacements in space.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 12, 2017
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Under the Skin
ColorFabb’s Skin Toned nGen_FLEX Gives Prosthetics Lifelike Look

Colorfabb has released their popular nGen-FLEX 3D printing filament in five new skin tone colors, giving 3D printed prosthetics a real look.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 12, 2017
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Unresolved Murder
3D Printing Used to Reproduce a Murder Victim’s Skull in a Cold Case

3D printing and scanning is used to help police solve a cold case. Investigators recreated the skull of a Jane Doe murder victim from 1970.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 11, 2017
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Print Me Up Scotty
Now You Can 3D Print Every Version of the USS Enterprise from Star Trek

Have you ever wanted your own USS Enterprise Ultimate Collection of Star Trek ships to put on display in your home? Your wish has been heard.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 11, 2017
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Free Hugs?
Disney To Staff Theme Parks With 3D Printed Robots?

Disney has filed a patent for soft-body robots made to interact with theme park guests and the entertainment giant is using 3D printing.

by Hanna Watkin Apr 10, 2017
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