What is 3D printing? This article goes over the basics of 3D printing, otherwise known as additive manufacturing, covering its engineering principles and applications.
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Good 3D prints have their individual layers firmly attached to each other. But what should you do when improperly extruded filament sticks to nozzle, bed, and other places it shouldn’t end up?
For anyone with a 3D printer, a flex filament can provide some unique advantages to your prints. We focus on the most flexible filament available in our portfolio: TPU. Let’s take a look at its properties, how to print it, and the different applications made possible by this material.
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By recreating the helical structure of heart muscles, researchers improve understanding of how the heart beats
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Everything you need to know about how resin 3D printing works and safe material handling
Most beginners start their 3D printing journey by downloading 3D models from the internet. But knowing how to make a 3D model for printing using CAD software opens up a world of possibilities.
Accelerate design cycles. Lower development costs. Reduce waste.
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This blog will focus on STL files, their uses, and where to find free repositories of files that you can use on your 3D printer.
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When setting up your 3D printer for the first time or swapping out components, knowing how to calibrate E steps is vital for ensuring the right amount of filament gets extruded.
Polyjet is a 3D printing technology that offers great accuracy and uniquely allows you to alter the part’s material properties in different places on the build. For the right part or prototype Polyjet is a great option, but understanding the capabilities and limitations is key.
Meet Keiron Printing Technologies: the startup building the next generation microfabrication machine
A young team with a new technology are currently creating a revolution in the world of printed electronics. In their modern, brand-new lab at the High Tech Plaza, they will be developing a device that can deposit any material on any substrate at a very rapid pace.
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Automated Fiber Placement (AFP) is an additive manufacturing process that has three different inputs: fiber/polymer tape, heat, and pressure. This technology aims to replace manual workers in composites manufacturing with better productivity and less material waste.
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If you are printing with engineering-grade FFF materials, it is very likely that you need to dry your filaments before using them. This article will give an overview of your filament drying options, as well as their advantages, and their drawbacks!
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In this article, we examine the causes of 3D printing adhesion problems and how to ensure that PLA prints stick to the print bed.
Founded in 2007, Sustainable Oceans International (SOI) aims to advance artificial reef design by developing reef units that look more natural, are stable, and can be deployed easily. Director David Lennon explains how 3D printing is a key factor in this process.
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If you're seeing wispy "hairs" when printing with PLA filament, follow these troubleshooting steps to fix the problem.
