One of the founding principles of the RepRap phenomenon was, and still is, ‘self replicating machines’ and for many 3D printing enthusiasts the ultimate question is when will a 3D printer emerge that can completely replicate itself? We are certainly…
3D Printed House – A Reality in Amsterdam?
Dutch studio DUS Architects are making headlines again with their futuristic plans with 3D printing. Last September we wrote about their large scale 3D printer — the KamerMaker — and the company’s plans for using this machine for creating houses…
Another Sub-mm 3D Printed Model
German based Nanoscribe has released its latest high definition 3D printer called Photonic Professional GT, which according to the company, is the the fastest 3D micro and nanostructure printer in the world. Nanoscribe’s high-end platforms are currently in use in…
Top Tech According to NASA’s Tom Soderstrom — 3D Printing & Augmented Reality
NASA has been at the forefront of technology and research for decades now, and besides working on awe inspiring space missions, the organization is also keen on sharing their findings for educational purposes and explaining complex issues for a new…
Shapeways Adds Premium Silver Material
Shapeways has announced that it has added Premium Silver to its ever-growing list of available materials for 3D printing. This new material is initially offered as a six-week trial, until May 14th, after which time the 3DP service provider will…
MakerShop
The ability to purchase 3D printed items online is without a doubt one of the corner stones for 3D printing technology. It combines the digital elements from design to the actual final product and eliminates many of the constraints from…
Solid Concepts Moves into 3D Printed Metal
Solid Concepts, the US based custom manufacturing company, has announced its move to offering customers the option of 3D printing metal with two new Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS) machines at their manufacturing facility in Austin, Texas, USA. Solid Concepts…
3D Printing Accessories from Media Supply
As 3D printing technology continues to evolve and the printers themselves increase in number, many ancillary products needed to support the industry have seen a surge in demand. US based Media Supply is a company that has seen several generations…
3D Printing’s Potential Impact on Solar Energy
A team from MIT has been working on an innovative 3D design project, which is intending to more than double the solar power generated from a given area. Most of the current research in this area is focused on improving…
3DPrint Finish: Vapour Treating ABS Parts
Getting the right finish for your 3D printed object is essential in many cases, especially when you are making gift items or other parts for visible use. Most RepRap users are familiar with treating the printed parts by dipping them…
