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Balloon Banjo: resonance physics with 3D snap-fit

Balloon Banjo: resonance physics with 3D snap-fit

Balloon Banjo: the 3D-printed instrument that explores the physics of resonance

A 3D-printed banjo that uses an inflatable balloon as a resonance chamber. The project by Co:Creation Lab in Singapore turns a musical instrument into an accessible acoustics experiment.

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Subaru: color in 3D tools eliminates errors

Subaru: color in 3D tools eliminates errors

Subaru uses color 3D printing to reduce errors in production

Subaru of Indiana Automotive has introduced a color-coding system for 3D-printed tools, turning color into an error prevention tool. The solution uses Onyx GF material from Mar

NASA: 3D cookies from plastic waste for space

NASA: 3D cookies from plastic waste for space

Dalla plastica al cibo: il progetto NASA che stampa in 3D biscotti proteici dai rifiuti

Un gruppo di ricercatori della Southern Illinois University Carbondale ha sviluppato μBites, un biscotto proteico stampato in 3D ottenuto trasformando rifiuti plastici e agricoli in ingredienti alimentari. Il pr

SPELL3D: compact extruder for FGF printing on desktop

SPELL3D: compact extruder for FGF printing on desktop

SPELL3D develops a compact extruder to bring FGF printing to desktop printers

A Maltese project aims to revolutionize desktop 3D printing with pellets instead of filament, reducing material costs by up to 90%.

SPELL3D, a collaboration between the University of Malta and the local company Inven

Tripo P2.0: 3D generation in seconds with Diffusion algorithm

Tripo P2.0: 3D generation in seconds with Diffusion algorithm

Tripo P2.0 Preview: 3D generation in seconds with Diffusion algorithm

Tripo AI has released Tripo P2.0 Preview, a software that generates 3D models in a few seconds thanks to a new algorithmic approach. The technology abandons the traditional token-by-token method to adopt the Diffusio technique

ORNL: hybrid 3D and electroforming process for nuclear

ORNL: hybrid 3D and electroforming process for nuclear

ORNL and A.J. Tuck develop hybrid additive manufacturing process for nuclear

Oak Ridge National Laboratory has developed a technology that combines polymer 3D printing and electroforming to produce leak-free HIP containers. The process simplifies the production of components

Vanderbilt and NIST: Bayesian AI optimizes FFF printing

Vanderbilt and NIST: Bayesian AI optimizes FFF printing

Artificial intelligence optimizes FFF 3D printing parameters: precision and reliability at the center

A model based on Bayesian neural networks developed by researchers at Vanderbilt University and NIST promises to make FFF printing more reliable. The system optimizes temperature, speed

Maine: start of serial production of 9 bio-printed houses

Maine: start of serial production of 9 bio-printed houses

University of Maine launches production of nine 3D-printed homes with bio-based materials

The University of Maine moves from the experimental phase to serial production of 3D-printed homes. The university's Advanced Structures and Composites Center (ASCC) will build up to nine homes in the’

SLICE: 3D printing transforms tennis balls into sneakers

SLICE: 3D printing transforms tennis balls into sneakers

SLICE: from used tennis balls to new sneakers thanks to 3D printing

A young designer transforms a sports waste into footwear using 3D-printed guides. The project aims to give new life to millions of balls that end up in landfills every year.

Soroosh Riazi Isfahani, student

3D Weapons: the new US laws and technical limits

3D Weapons: the new US laws and technical limits

US states toward 3D-printed gun detection laws: Everytown's push

Several American states are developing regulations to regulate 3D printers and prevent the production of weapons. Some laws are already operational, such as in New York State, while others are in the process of discu

Bosch and Nikon: 3D printed V8 engine block

Bosch and Nikon: 3D printed V8 engine block

Bosch and Nikon SLM Solutions 3D print a complete V8 engine block

The Bosch Additive Solution Center in Nuremberg has produced a complete V8 engine block in a single piece using a Nikon SLM Solutions NXG XII 600 machine. The component, printed in AlSi10Mg alloy, represents according to

Kalogon: variable density 3D cushions for wheelchairs

Kalogon: variable density 3D cushions for wheelchairs

Kalogon sviluppa cuscinetti personalizzati con reticoli a densità variabile stampati in 3D

L’azienda americana propone una soluzione di seduta terapeutica basata su stampa 3D e customizzazione digitale per chi passa molte ore seduto.

Kalogon ha introdotto una tecnologia di seduta supportiva che ut

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