MakerBot SimplifIes ABS AM Workflow with RapidRinse Support

MakerBot SimplifIes ABS AM Workflow with RapidRinse Support

by Design

MakerBot, a Stratasys company, introduced a new solution that significantly simplifies 3D printing with the new ABS-R polymer material, by effectively streamlining workflow steps and reducing the need for more equipment and additional costs. Developed for high performance on the MakerBot METHOD X and METHOD X Carbon Fiber 3D printers, the new MakerBot RapidRinse and ABS-R materials are suited to print a range of industrial applications to specifications, from manufacturing tools to production parts.

AM Solutions is Launching New S1 Wet System and More at Formenxt

AM Solutions is Launching New S1 Wet System and More at Formenxt

by Technologies

At this year’s Formnext in Frankfurt AM Solutions is presenting not one but three new machines. The new S1 Wet was specifically developed for the removal of residual powder and the surface homogenization and smoothing of metallic 3D components. With the S2 the experts for automated post-processing solutions are presenting the first shot blast machine for treating 3D printed components made from polymers in indexing, continuous flow mode. Of particular interest will be the C2 system that allows the chemical surface smoothing and application of a color dye in one single machine.

MINI STRIP features parts 3D printed from recycled polymers

MINI STRIP features parts 3D printed from recycled polymers

by Automotive

(Co-)created by Paul Smith, The MINI STRIP is a custom-made one-off car which has resulted in these two iconic British brands sharing creative thoughts on sustainable design for the past few months. Considering that the car has been made to be both sustainable and unique, 3D printing naturally has to play a part and did so in several parts made with recycled polymers through an extrusion process.

Eardrum-restoring PhonoGraft enters commercial development

Eardrum-restoring PhonoGraft enters commercial development

by Medical

The PhonoGraft biomimetic hearing-restoration technology, advanced through a six-year effort by a multidisciplinary research team at the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering, Harvard’s John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS), and Massachusetts Eye and Ear (MEE)/Mass General Brigham (MGB), has now entered commercial development. If successful, it could mitigate pain, drainage, and hearing loss associated with eardrum perforations that affect millions of individuals worldwide.