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We Built This City
Meet the Hubs Making London the Top 3D Printing City

According to latest data from 3D Hubs, London is the most active 3D printing city in the world. We speak to the local hubs driving this trend.

by Jen Botezat Nov 5, 2017
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The Art and Modeling of Games
How Game Developers Could Take 3D Printing to the Next Level

by Miles Scott Nov 4, 2017
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Sony 3D Creator Review: A 3D Scanner in Your Pocket

The Sony 3D Creator app turns a smartphone into a 3D scanner. But is it a serious tool or just a gimmick? Read our Sony 3D Creator Review.

by Claire Sembera Nov 4, 2017
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Hurry Up and Wait
New Algorithm Cuts 3D Printing Times by Half

Algorithm developed by engineering researchers at University of Michigan allows desktop 3D printers to boost speed without impacting quality.

by Bulent Yusuf Nov 3, 2017
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3D Printing Microbes From Yellowstone Park Could Reduce Methane Emissions

Researchers from Montana State University are 3D printing microbe biofilms to reduce methane gasses in the atmosphere. 

by Tyler Koslow Nov 3, 2017
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Too Cool For Spool
Use Leftover Filament Spools as Tool Drawers with this Nifty Hack

Empty filament spools are a nuisance. Hacking objects is not. With 3D printing you can turn a spent spool into a handy storage solution.

by Matthew Mensley Nov 3, 2017
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In The Fold
TU Delft Melds 3D Printing and Origami to Produce Self-Folding 3D Structures

Researchers from TU Delft have developed self-folding origami-style 3D structures using sequential shape shifting mechanisms.

by Anne Freier Nov 3, 2017
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Taurus 3D Brings 3D Printed Prosthetics to Remote India

Taurus 3D founder, Jerry Ennett, is heading to remote India, armed with a 3D printer, to teach locals how to quickly print affordable prosthetics.

by Hanna Watkin Nov 3, 2017
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Safety First
Robo 3D Helps Keep Young Cyclists Safe With SureStop Braking Technology

GuardianBikes is using 3D printers from Robo 3D to conceptualize its SureStop technology, a unique one-lever component braking system. 

by Tyler Koslow Nov 3, 2017
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Reconstructing Mosul
This Concept Plans to Rebuild Mosul with 3D Printing Bots and Drones

The Five Farming Bridges project posits thousands of clean energy homes and farms, possible thanks to spiders 3D printing the city's rubble.

by Matthew Mensley Nov 3, 2017
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Students in Montclair Public Schools Learn with MakerBot 3D Printers

Montclair Public Schools in New Jersey paired up with MakerBot to provide schools and students from second grade to college with 3D printers.

by Hanna Watkin Nov 3, 2017
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Space Toner
NASA and HP Upgrading Ancient Printers on International Space Station

To replace the aging inkjet printers on the International Space Station, NASA worked with HP to modify a standard model with 3D printed parts.

by Bulent Yusuf Nov 3, 2017
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Turtle Power
Neural Network Tricked into Thinking 3D Printed Turtle is a Rifle

With a 3D printed turtle or baseball, say MIT researchers, you have the tools you need to spoof a neural network in the physical world.

by Bulent Yusuf Nov 2, 2017
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Son of Electronic Printer
Seiko Epson diversifying into 3D Printing, Robotics, and More

With 3D printing, robotics, and smart wearables, technology firm Seiko Epson has an ambitious target; to double their global revenue in 2025.

by Bulent Yusuf Nov 2, 2017
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Filaments Galore!
BCN3D Releasing Industrial-Grade Filaments Portfolio

BCN3D Technologies is releasing its own line of 3D printing materials, gearing the Sigma and Sigmax 3D printers for engineering applications.

by Tyler Koslow Nov 2, 2017
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Medical Mods
Researchers Use $10 Microchip to Turn Ultrasound Machine into 3D Scanner

Using an ultrasound machine and an inexpensive microchip, researchers are able to create 3D images and hopefully enhance medical care. 

by Hanna Watkin Nov 2, 2017
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Organizing the Virtual World's Information
Google Launches Poly, a Full-Color 3D Model Library

Internet giant Google has opened a 3D asset library. Called Poly, the repository teems with everyday and exotic objects for VR/AR creation.

by Matthew Mensley Nov 2, 2017
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Device Development
MIT Researchers Develop 3D Printed Device to Improve Nanofiber Mesh Production

Using 3D printing technology, MIT researchers have developed a microfluidic device capable of producing nanofiber meshes.

by Anne Freier Nov 2, 2017
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Classic Wood Game
American Walnut & Carbon Fiber: A Raspberry Pi-Powered Game Boy Extravananza

Creator Michael Castor used an "all-in-one" customized circuit board, 3D printing and CNC to create the Raspberry PiBoy gaming system.

by Hanna Watkin Nov 2, 2017
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Heal it Faster (and More Comfortable)
3D Printed Orthopedic Casts Offer Custom Thermal-Comfort Design

Researchers from Boston University and TU Delft are using 3D printing and infrared technology to create comfortable, custom orthopaedic casts.

by Hanna Watkin Nov 2, 2017
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