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Researchers Develop a Geometry-based Model for Predicting Lack-of-Fusion Porosity in PBF 3D Printing Processes

A study which appeared on the ScienceDirect Journal describes the development of a geometry based model for predicting lack of fusion during metal powder bed fusion processes (SLM, DMLS, EBM). The model relies on melt pool dimension, hatch spacing and layer thickness. The porosity (or density) predicted with the model agrees well with reported literature data on PBF processes.

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OPTIS Releases VR-Ready SPEOS CAD Sim Version 2017 3D Printing Processes

SPEOS is now HPC and VR-Ready for enhanced design capabilities. OPTIS, a pioneer and global provider of lighting simulation solution for industries, announces the latest version of SPEOS. OPTIS’ flagship software is the only CAD simulation software available to solve the technical challenges of lighting, color and materials with CAD environments. With this latest release, SPEOS is also HPC and VR-Ready, providing a realistic product experience, very quickly.

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Zmorph Shows Off Multimaterial and Multicolor 3D Printing at CES 2017 3D Printer Hardware

During CES 2017 in Las Vegas, Polish 3D printer manufacturer Zmorph wanted to show various abilities of its ZMorph 2.0 SX, including the most popular at the moment multi-materiality. Dual extrusion and material mixing are one of the hottest topics in 3D printing right now and our machine has a lot to offer in this department. ZMorph also continues to push limits of multimaterial and multicolor 3D printing on desktop systems with these latest sample prints utilizing various functionalities of ZMorph’s DUAL PRO extruder.

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Shining 3D Launches New Consumer 3D Printer and Einscan-Pro+ 3D Scanner at CES 2017 3D Printer Hardware

The true era of consumer adoption has only just begun for 3D printing: several innovative products are enabling users to digitally capture 3D objects and reproduce them more easily than ever before. With extensive experience and a large number of exclusive patents in the world of 3D scanning, Shining 3D brings the world-class 3D technology to CES 2017. On the opening day of the show, January 5th, the company is officially debuting its new Einscan-Pro+ handheld 3D scanner and the Einstart-C consumer 3D printer.

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Dremel Switches to 3DPrinterOS to Provide Cloud Connected 3D Printer Platform 3D Printer Hardware

With 3D printing doubling every year, Dremel has switched to cloud operating system 3DPrinterOS, so consumers who buy their newest 3D printers can use it as easily as they use their smartphone. With over 12.000 parts powered in over 100 countries, this announcement solidifies 3DPrinterOS’ position as the premier software to power desktop 3D printing as the 3DPrinter OS software platform supports over 100 different printing manufacturers – the most of any other software provider.