A new study, published in Nature Communications, details the 3D printing of graphene oxide with a protein which can organise into tubular structures that replicate vascular tissues. The research is led by Professor Alvaro Mata at the University of Nottingham…
Relativity Space secures California facility to produce first fully 3D printed rocket
US-based Relativity Space has secured its new headquarters in the hub of the aerospace community in Long Beach, California. The facility will be home to both the company’s business operations and its fully automated, metal additive manufacturing production line. “Long…
UK start-up Additive Flow launches AM optimization software FormFlow
Additive Flow, a UK-based optimization software developer, has formally introduced its AM optimization software FormFlow. Established in 2017, the company aims to solve many of the digital challenges currently present within the additive manufacturing workflow with its multi-functional, physics-driven software.…
Rutgers engineers develop new adaptable bio-ink for human tissue growth
New Jersey-based Rutgers University engineers have developed their version of bio-ink, which is made of living cells and used to 3D print scaffolds for human tissue growth. The team originally set out to build a nerve graft for peripheral nerves…
Renishaw announces milestone in Parkinson’s study using 3D printed apparatus
UK-based engineering technologies company, Renishaw, has announced a milestone in a medical study seeking to help sufferers with progressive nervous system disorder Parkinson disease. The study looks at a patented intraparenchymal drug delivery device and is the completion of a joint…
SCC successful in 3D printing and welding stainless steel parts using desktop machines
Kentucky, USA’s Somerset Community College (SCC) has been successful in 3D printing numerous 316L stainless steel metal parts using modified budget desktop 3D printers. These parts were then TIG welded together with promising results, suggesting they could be used for…
Copper3D develops a HIV inactivating 3D printed device for breastfeeding
Antimicrobial material developer, Copper3D, has developed a new 3D printed device to be used during breastfeeding. The device, made of Copper3D’s trademarked PLACTIVE material, aims to act as an interface between mother and child during breastfeeding, inactivating HIV found in…
Independent study concludes 180% ROI on automated gas turbine repair
New Mexico-based 3D printing solutions provider, Optomec, has released an independent study showing the validity of automated laser cladding for gas turbine engine repairs. The study, conducted by Terry VanderWert, a 40-year veteran in laser process technologies, was commissioned by…
Formlabs and BEGO announce partnership to advance temporary and permanent dental restorations
Massachusetts-based SLA giant Formlabs has announced a partnership with BEGO, a German pioneer in dental 3D printing, that will see BEGO’s new leading dental materials being used with Formlabs’ resin printers. Dental professionals using Formlabs’ Form 3B and Form 2…
3D file marketplace MyMiniFactory releases ‘3DPrinted & Delivered’ service
London-based 3D file marketplace, MyMiniFactory, has released a new 3D printing service for tabletop hobbyists still hesitant about committing to a 3D printer. The 2013 start-up is doubling down on its services catering to designers, makers, and general enthusiasts by…
