Researchers at Nanyang Technological University have 3D printed sacrificial molds to create a self-sensing soft continuum robot that reconstructs its shape with machine learning.
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Vision Transformers Boost Real Time FFF Quality Monitoring
Researchers propose a Vision Transformer approach that detects FFF surface defects in real time with on-demand explainability.
3D Printed Ceramic Array Converts Water Flow into Measurable Electrical Signals
Researchers have found an unusual 3D printable material that generates electricity in flowing water.
SOLen 3D Printed Soft Optical Sensor For Mechanosensing
Researchers unveiled SOLen, a 3D printed soft optical sensor that guides light with an internal lens for mechanosensing.
AI Sensor Fusion Boosts 3D Printing Fault Detection
New research describes multimodal sensor fusion for AI-based fault detection in 3D printing.
Multimodal AI Sensor Fusion Targets 3D Print Faults
Researchers have proposed a multimodal sensor fusion approach to AI-based fault detection in 3D printing, aiming to push AM monitoring closer to reliable, Industry 4.0 operation.
Closed Loop Reference Method Optimizes FFF Accuracy
Researchers propose a new closed loop reference optimization for extrusion 3D printing.
Researchers Propose Force-Based Monitoring For Extrusion AM
A new study outlines how force sensing can monitor extrusion-based 3D printing in real time, promising earlier defect detection and fewer scrapped builds.
Researchers 3D Print Auxetic Metamaterial Sensors for Pressure and Motion Detection
Researchers have developed a new type of tactile sensor using additive manufacturing.
New Study Demonstrates 3D Printed Conductive Fabrics for Durable Smart Wearables
New research shows a method of 3D printing electronics into textiles. Textile 3D printing has been around for quite a while, and it has taken two forms: the first was attempts to print the entire textile using complex 3D models simulating fabric — like chain mail. The second, and now more popular approach, is to… Continue reading New Study Demonstrates 3D Printed Conductive Fabrics for Durable Smart Wearables
BigTree Tech Expands Panda Series with High-Speed Cooling, Advanced Sensors, and Smart Displays
We had a chat with BigTree Tech to see their latest 3D printer upgrade products.
New 3D Printing Method Embeds Optical Sensors in Metal Parts for Micro Reactors
A new application area for additive manufacturing has been identified: micro reactors.
Enhancing Precision in 3D Printing: A Look at Dyze Design’s Sensor Innovations
I had a look at two interesting 3D print sensors from Dyze Design.
MIT Develops MechSense to Integrate Sensors into 3D Printed Devices
MIT has developed “MechSense”, a new way to integrate sensors into certain 3D prints.
New 3D Print Hardware From Dyze Design
Dyze Design has some interesting new hardware.
3D Printed Wearable Personalized Sensors Developed
Researchers have found a way to 3D print soft, bio-electronic sensors that directly integrate with the body
Hexagon’s New HP-OW Sensor Could Trigger Expanded Use Of AM
Hexagon announced a new 3D sensor that could have implications on the future use of additive manufacturing technology.
Design of the Week: Air Filtration System
This week’s selection is the outrageous Air Filtration System by software engineer Mike Buss.
3D Printed Field Testing Shows More Weather Science For Less Money
Sometimes “field testing” is very literal, as Argonne National Laboratory’s recent work with a 3D printed weather station highlights.
Prusa Slides Out Slightly Improved Desktop 3D Printers
Prusa Research announced they’ve upgraded their current lineup of desktop 3D printers — but only slightly.
Authentise Integrates Addiguru In-Process Monitoring
Authentise has teamed up with Addiguru to bring in-processing monitoring into its additive manufacturing workflow.
Intel Announces RealSense LIDAR Depth Camera
Intel announced a new 3D depth sensor, the RealSense LIDAR Camera L515, and we examine the possibilities of using this device for 3D scanning.
Do You Need A 3D Printer Emissions Sensor?
3D printers emit VOCs — volatile organic compounds. Do you need a sensor to detect them? We examine a proposed DIY solution.
Structure Sensor (Mark II) Announced By Occipital
Occipital announced the upcoming availability of a new iPad-based 3D sensor, the Structure Sensor (Mark II).
MIT Robot 3D Scans By Gel-Based Touch Sensors
MIT’s new robotic 3D scanning system uses a unique gel touch sensor to capture extreme surface detail. The robot’s scan results are fantastic!
Underway: Developing a Practical Way to 3D Print Truly Functional Objects
Research is underway to identify ways to 3D print fully functional objects.
Do You Need This Precision Leveling Instrument?
I’m looking at a new product that hopes to break into the 3D printer market, the alignG.
ANTCLABS’ Useful 3D Print Bed-Leveling Sensor
Korea-based ANTCLABS has released a very inexpensive sensor that could enable your 3D printer to include auto-leveling.