Researchers propose a hollow spiral lattice architecture that improves both heat transfer and load bearing, a combination AM operators need.
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NiTi TPMS Sheet Lattices Promise Lightweight Performance
Researchers report laser powder bed fused NiTi TPMS sheet lattices with promising lightweight metrics that could reshape energy-absorbing and compliant structures.
Bioinspired AM Boosts Robotic Limb Stiffness And Sensing
A new paper in Bioinspiration & Biomimetics describes a bioinspired, additive approach for robotic limbs that increases structural stiffness while improving built-in strain sensing, hinting at lighter, smarter actuators and manipulators with fewer add-ons and less wiring.
ORNL Develops Multiplexed Extrusion System to Increase Large-Format 3D Printing Speeds
Researchers at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory have developed a unique multiplexing extrusion system.
Piezoelectric 3D Printed Resonators Enable Tiny Robots
Researchers demonstrated autonomous miniature robots that use piezoelectric-actuated 3D printed resonators to move and steer.
The FIN Nozzle Standard Needs More Support From Industry Players
Have you heard of the FIN standard for FFF 3D printer nozzles?
New Panda Jetpack Mod for Bambu Lab: Functional Upgrade or Just Aesthetic?
I’m looking at what could be the strangest Bambu Lab upgrade yet.
“Blow Extrusion” Nozzle Promises Lightweight and Efficient 3D Prints
I saw a new 3D print nozzle technology that can print tubular extrusions.
Modix Unveils Revolutionary Resin Infill Technology for Large-Format 3D Printing
Modix announced a powerful new technology for their large-format 3D printers: Resin Infill Technology.
ORNL Develops Crack-Free 3D Printable Metal Alloy for Extreme Temperatures
Researchers at ORNL have developed a new crack-free 3D printable metal alloy that can withstand temperatures above 1315C.
HyDesign by Hyperganic: Simplifying Complex Lattice Generation for 3D Printing
Hyperganic announced today a new tool, HyDesign for lattice generation.
Researchers Strengthen 3D Printed Cellulose Aerogels with Carbon Nanofibers
Researchers have identified a method of 3D printing cellulose aerogels with greater strength.
Spherene’s Adaptive Density Minimal Surfaces Technology
Spherene offers advanced software that can quickly generate highly complex 3D models.
Redefining Satellite Design with Markforged 3D Printing Solutions
Markforged 3D printing solutions were used to develop a radically new style of satellite.
Why Aerospace and Dental Have So Deeply Embraced 3D Printing
Two industries have developed extremely deep usage of 3D printing, but for entirely different reasons.
3D Printers Made Out Of Carbon Fiber?
We’ve all heard about 3D printers printing with carbon fiber, but what about a 3D printer MADE FROM carbon fiber?
Sikorsky’s $2.3 Billion Helicopter Contract and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding looks at how 3D printing technology could fit into a major helicopter renewal contract.
Triumph Group Uses 3D Printing for Aircraft Parts
Charles R. Goulding and Julia Wallace look at Triumph Group’s investment into 3D printing technology for aerospace.
An Update From Roboze
I spoke with Roboze CEO Alessio Lorusso recently and found out the current state of the Italian manufacturer of high-temperature 3D printers.
3D Print Materials Count: A Field Test Of Lightweight PLA
An RC flyer has performed a very real test of a lightweight 3D printing materials.
colorFabb’s Lightweight ASA 3D Printing Material
colorFabb has introduced a new ASA material that is extremely lightweight.
Contemplating colorFabb’s Upcoming Foaming 3D Print Material
colorFabb is teasing a rather strange and new 3D print material.
Floating Components for 3D Printed Ships?
I’m reading research describing a method of producing a porous aluminum structure for ships that has some interesting implications for 3D printing.