The Japanese arm of research giant IDC (International Data Corporation) has released the results of its domestic 3D printing user survey. Amongst other findings, the survey revealed that 85.7 per cent of responding companies are using 3D printers to make prototypes. via Tumblr IDC Japan report: 3D printing mainly used for production, transport, electrical machinery
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Business leaders need to be able to spot emerging technologies that present big growth opportunities or serious competitive threats, but are often stuck relying on either subjective opinions or an excess of raw data without context or insight. via Tumblr Lux Research: 18 technologies most likely to transform the world over the next decade A team of engineers from Rutgers University-New Brunswick in New Jersey have demonstrated a novel method for 4D printing structures from smart hydrogel materials. The process, which is capable of 3D printing hydrogel structures that change shape (hence the 4D) via Tumblr Rutgers University 4D prints smart hydrogel structures that change shape and size Moving ahead with its groundbreaking H1 additive manufacturing technology, GE says it was able to 3D print and test 30 prototypes of a football-sized jet engine part and realize the final version in just 12 weeks. The company says that the same feat would have taken years using traditional casting processes. via Tumblr GE Additive prototypes jet engine part in just 12 weeks using new binder jet metal 3D printing system The Department of Energy’s SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is investigating how to avoid flaws in metal 3D printed parts. Its X-ray observation processes could result in more reliable 3D printed parts. via Tumblr DOE scientists using X-rays to discover why metal 3D printing produces flaws Kids can now play with Albert Einstein’s childhood toys thanks to the “Open Einstein” 3D scanning and printing initiative led by the Real Play Coalition. via Tumblr You can now 3D print Einsteins favorite childhood toy courtesy of LEGO and IKEA Sanitary fittings giant Grohe implements 3D printing for new line of advanced bathroom fittings1/30/2018 3D printing with ceramics is one particularly interesting and fruitful growth area, as these materials have a variety of different applications in a broad range of fields. Their high heat-resistance means that they are regularly used in aerospace or other high-performance industrial components, while their durability and surface qualities also makes them ideal for dental implants as well as pottery and other household items. via Tumblr Sanitary fittings giant Grohe implements 3D printing for new line of advanced bathroom fittings Italian additive manufacturing company WASP is quickly becoming one of the most versatile manufacturers of 3D printers out there. Not only does it offer a range of professional desktop 3D printer models, but it also boasts having one of the largest 3D printers in the world: the 12-meter-tall BigDelta. via Tumblr Delta WASPclay 3D printer lets you print high quality ceramic parts with ease GlassesUSA, a major online retailer of prescription eyewear, announces the launch of 3D printable glasses. The files, which were designed by renown digital sculptor, Janne Kyttanen, can be 3D printed at home. Consumers will also be able to personalize their frames to reflect their individuality and style. via Tumblr GlassesUSA and Janne Kyttanen team up to let you 3D print your own glasses at home Scientists in China have used 3D printing to grow new ears for five children born with an ear defect called microtia. Chondrocytes were taken from the children’s ears and used to grow new ear-shaped cartilage. via Tumblr Scientists use 3D printing to grow new ears for children with microtia |
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