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V-MODA Releases REMIX, the First Bluetooth Speaker Customizable with 3D Printing Consumer Products

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V-MODA, an Italian design music accessories brand, now officially released REMIX, the World’s first 3D printed custom speaker. The stylish speaker system implements REMIXRings and removable parts to enable the ultimate personalization in a wide array of materials. The speaker has been announced in March, and, unlike several other announced 3D printed products, it has now effectively hit the market.

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Cirque du Soleil Kooza Now Uses Taz 6 3D Printer to Make Props and Costumes Professional Additive Manufacturing

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As originally reported by the West Australian online, the Perth season of Cirque du Soleil’s Kooza production features costumes made using a 3D printer. This marks the very first time the Cirque has used the technology in its wardrobe department but results have been so encouraging that all 20 Cirque du Soleil shows may soon consider implementing one or more.

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Disney Seeks Patent for 3D Printing Objects With 3D Scanning Protection 3D Printing Processes

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Disney has filed a patent for a “3D printing method for printing three dimensional (3D) objects that are difficult to copy by use of a 3D scanner and 3D printer”. While the idea is not overly complex – it is mostly a matter of using materials which are difficult to be picked up by the 3D scanner’s cameras – it shows how far 3D printing has come in terms of a potential production method for consumer products – with all the issues, such as copyright, IP and 3D scanning protection, that follow.

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Report Reveals 95% of Shoppers Are Excited About 3D Printed Products (Infographic) Marketing and Content

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A new report by Interactions Daymon focusing on retail technology discovered that shoppers interviewed are ready for technology to enrich their experience. In particular, as many as 95% of the consumers reported that they are excited about 3D printed products and many would be happy to pay more for a fully customized product. See or download the infographic for the full picture.

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Microfluidics Design Wins Print the Future Competition and Will Be 3D Printed on ISS Aerospace

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In order to drive innovation forward in space manufacturing technology, Enterprise In Space (EIS), a non-profit program of the National Space Society (NSS), has chosen the grand-prize-winning university students in its Print the Future competition. Announced at its 36th annual NSS International Space Development Conference (ISDC) in St. Louis, Missouri last weekend, the winner is Team ProtoFluidics’ microfluidic modules from University of Pennsylvania. Undergraduate students Adam Zachar, Laura Gao and Jaimie Carlson designed 3D printable modules that enable rapid prototyping of microfluidic experiments aboard the ISS.

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Prodways makes advances in 3D printed footwear with support from Nike Materials

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Prodways Group, a subsidiary of Groupe Gorgé, announces the successful commercial development of its portfolio of solutions for the footwear industry. As sport shoe manufacturers are looking for ways to accelerate new product launches, create more versatile footwear and provide enhanced performance to their customers, Prodways Group’s unique 3D printing solutions open up new horizons for the industrial production of 3D printed footwear.