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Metal

For Additive Manufacturing, Software Is as Important as the 3D Printer

AM is the process that both requires and realizes the possibilities of manufacturing software. Recently posted articles cover software tools for additive — each article with a companion video.

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Design

Think Differently About Design to Realize AM's Full Benefits

Dr. Tim Simpson from Penn State University presents a layered approach to design for additive manufacturing (DFAM) during AM In-Depth, Sept. 23 at 2:30 p.m. EDT. (Add to MySpark Planner.)

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Defense

Australian Army Field Trials Prove Metal 3D Printing Capabilities

Soldiers overcame extreme field conditions to design, print and finish a series of groundbreaking 3D-printed parts using ‘WarpSPEE3D’ metal 3D printer.

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Repair

Authentise, Addiguru Partner on Integrated In-Process AM Monitoring

Collaboration enables workflow monitoring for real-time actions to repair defects or stop failed prints.

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Polymer

Why Makelab Is Still Betting on 3D Printing for Product Development

Three years ago Christina Perla was an industrial designer using the services of a local 3D printing hub. Today she’s the co-owner of that company, and doubling down on its prototyping roots.

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Aerospace

CT Scanning Reveals What Isn’t There in 3D Printed Parts

3D Engineering Solutions offers CT scanning as a powerful nondestructive testing (NDT) solution for inspection. For 3D printed parts, sometimes revealing the space inside can be just as valuable as mapping what was printed. 

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IMTS

IMTS Spark and IMTS Network Digitally Connect the Manufacturing Community

IMTS offers two digital destinations for manufacturers to connect: IMTS Spark, which launches September 21 and runs through March 15, 2021, and IMTS Network, which will broadcast live September 14–18.

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Polymer

DSM Polypropylene Powder Suitable for Range of Applications

Arnilene boasts balance of properties and food contact approval in Europe.

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Brackets

LightForce Orthodontics Announces $14 Million Investment

Additional funding will be used to bring customizable 3D-printed brackets to orthodontic practices and patients.

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Software

Generative Design Improves Micromobility FUV: The Cool Parts Show #19

Arcimoto’s lightweight “Fun Utility Vehicle” gets even lighter thanks to parts that could only come from additive manufacturing. On this episode of The Cool Parts Show, some of the craziest automotive parts you have seen.

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