WASP may have just shown the world its enormous house 3D printer and Branch Technology has printed the tallest sculpture in the US, but, at Beijing Design Week 2015, a giant structure was unveiled with a name as epic as its size. The VULCAN pavilion, currently being displayed in Beijing’s Parkview Green, is a massive…
For those who have dared to venture into the engaging and fanatical World of Warcraft universe, there is now a way to own your very favorite personalized character from the popular online multiplayer role-playing game with 3D printing technology. With an estimated 6-7 million subscriptions to the Blizzard Entertainment game, there are certainly plenty of players out there who would love…
German sports brand Adidas has unveiled a 3D-printed shoe sole that can be tailored to the exact contours of the wearer’s feet. The fully flexible and breathable Futurecraft soles are composed of latticed layers, created in partnership with 3D-printing company Materialise. Although the sole is still at prototype stage, the brand hopes foot-scanning technology will allow consumers to buy…
3D Systems has announced a partnership with the Pennsylvania State University to research and further develop direct metal printing technology. The research will take place at the Center for Innovative Materials Processing through Direct Digital Deposition, which acts as Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s official demonstration facility for additive manufacturing technology. In addition to DARPA,…
A new UK-based startup, 3D Smart Company, Ltd., has come out with an innovative and easy-to-use device that, combined with a smartphone, will allow users to scan small objects in 3D, as well as take pictures or shoot 360° time lapse videos. The device is not only useful for photographers or 3D printer users, but also…
Formlabs has launched Form 2, the company’s second-generation high-resolution, desktop stereolithography 3D printer. The Form 2 brings bigger prints, smarter components, connected capabilities, and an intuitive printing experience to professionals. Form 2 raises the industry standard for reliable prints, delivers sophisticated technology with an intuitive interface, and introduces new features aimed at team collaboration,…
All over the world people are living and working longer than ever before, resulting in a lifestyle that tends to be more active. However often an extended active lifestyle puts strain on the human body in expected ways, resulting in the need for joint replacement and enhancements. This need is driving the rapid advancement of…
UPS and other delivery companies are exploring the 3D printing business. UPS is working with Atlanta startup CloudDDM LLC to find out if 3D printing centers could shorten supply chains and cut into its $58 billion-a-year transportation business — or give it an advantage in a potentially emerging market for local production and delivery. UPS…
