Michael Petch, Author at 3D Printing Industry

Michael Petch

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Michael Petch is the editor-in-chief at 3DPI and the author of several books on 3D printing. He is a regular keynote speaker at technology conferences where he has delivered presentations such as 3D printing with graphene and ceramics and the use of technology to enhance food security. Michael is most interested in the science behind emerging technology and the accompanying economic and social implications.

World first 3DBenchy printed in glass. Photo via Nobula.

INTERVIEW: Nobula, Formnext Start-up Challenge 2021 Winner

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Side by side photo of the Fited Brace vs the Legacy Brace. Photo via Fited.

INTERVIEW: Fited, Formnext Start-up Challenge 2021 Winner

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A LAKE printer factory. Photo via Azul 3D.

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Scanner detecting SmartPart and retrieving manufacturing data from SmartParts cloud software

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Stratasys H350 3D prints post-processed with DyeMansion systems. Photo via DyeMansion.

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An elastomeric lattice puck, designed with the Carbon Design Engine™ and printed with Carbon EPU 41 resin.

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