In a partnership with the Navy’s Disruptive Technology Lab, Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has made the military’s first 3D printed submarine hull. At 30 feet long, the hull is the …
Pinarello creates 3D printed bikes for Tour de France riders Chris Froome and Geriant Thomas
Pinarello, a bicycle company based in Italy, has used metal 3D printing to create a unique handlebar design for Tour de France cyclists Chris Froome and Geraint Thomas. According to BikeRadar, the man…
University of Georgia uses 3D printing to create arm brace for running back Sony Michel
The University of Georgia (UGA) has documented its use of a 3D printer to create an arm brace for running back Sony Michel. In a short feature video UGA’s Director of Sports Medicine Ron Courson…
Startup Prevolve 3D prints custom-fitted BioRunners – lightweight running shoes
Seattle-based startup Prevolve has launched its first 3D printed shoe product. The BioRunners are focused on performance with a custom design based on the user’s foot profile and fabricated usin…
Royal Caribbean and Snapchat take 3D printing to new depths
The use of 3D printing for tooling and fixtures in the industrial world is well documented. Recently we reported on how by using desktop 3D printers Volkswagen were able to save $160k. For those trave…
The future of 3D Printing by Franco Cevolini, CEO CRP Technology and CRP Meccanica
How will 3D printing foster a revolution in both manufacturing and product development? In this article looking at the future of 3D printing, the CEO of CRP Group tells us more. The future of 3D Print…
Surf’s up for 3D printed fin production at the University of Wollongong
3D printing research led by Marc in het Panhuis at the University of Wollongong, Australia, is helping surfers find the perfect ride. By applying 3D printer technology to fins used to steer the board,…
3D printing demonstrates ability to refine production of eco-friendly refrigerators
Research presented at the 8th International Conference on Applied Energy shows how 3D printing can be used to optimize the production of refrigerators. The technique is used to make the heat exchanger…
Redesigned bolt tool brings Naval Sea Systems Command on board with 3D printing
The Norfolk Naval Shipyard (NNSY) in Portsmouth, Virginia, has 3D printed a tie bolt anti-rotation tool used for fixing structurally supportive frames and trusses. Since proving its capabilities, the …
Stratasys reveals innovative use of 3D printing in IndyCar for Team Penske
American professional racing team Team Penske has revealed how its partnership with 3D printing company Stratasys has been implemented on the track. Team Penske, who race in both the NASCAR and IndyCa…