Consumer Goods

Consumer Goods 2 Nov 2023

3D Printed Ductile Spikes for Better Sound Quality: The Cool Parts Show Bonus

Work on 3D printing flexible metal bellows has led to other applications, including the development of ductile spikes that sit between a speaker and the surface below to help limit vibration and isolate the audio equipment.

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Foam 1 Nov 2023

EOS Launches Digital Foam Architects Network

EOS created the collaborative additive manufacturing alliance to accelerate time-to-market for 3D printed foam applications.

Materials 27 Oct 2023

ChromaMotive D65 Parts Perform Well in Range of Extreme Temperatures

Formnext 2023: The Shore D thermoset polyurethane is well suited for applications that have varying temperature requirements, in a range extreme cold to elevated temperatures from -30 up to 120°C.

Consumer Goods 25 Oct 2023

HP Works With Brooks Running to 3D Print Performance Footwear

HP has collaborated with Brooks Running to create the Brooks Exhilarate-BL which features 3DNA, a 3D-printed midsole technology that delivers a propulsive, bouncy ride.

Consumer Goods 20 Oct 2023

Materialise’s Translucent Material Expands Eyewear Design Capabilities

The company opens up new design possibilities with the fusion of 3D printing and translucent material.

Materials 13 Oct 2023

3DEO Wins Design Excellence Awards

3DEO was recognized for outstanding applications of powder metallurgy.

Consumer Goods 22 Sep 2023

Partners Improve Wheelchair Seats, Cushions Using 3D Printed Programmable Foam

The 3D printed programmable foam is said to enhance orthopedic seats and cushions, offering improved comfort and reliability for users.

Mold Tooling 5 Nov 2022

Rekkie AR Ski Goggles Made Possible With 3D Printing: The Cool Parts Show #53

When the electronics enclosure key to these AR goggles proved difficult to mold, 3D printing allowed the inventors to keep the complexity — while also making improvements for assembly and user experience.

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Bridge Production 14 Jul 2022

New Electric Dirt Bike Is Designed for Molding, but Produced Through 3D Printing (Includes Video)

Cobra Moto’s new all-electric youth motocross bike could not wait for mold tooling. Parts have been designed so they can be molded eventually, but to get the bike to market, the production method now is additive manufacturing.

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