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Wireless Power Network Developer Kit

Posted on May 29, 2020 by 3D Engineer

This is an invited guest article from TransferFi. They have a very interesting dev kit specific for IoT that allows engineers to get their hands on experimenting with and applying wireless power technology. TransferFi Wireless Power Network Introduction Wireless power… Continue Reading →

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How 3D Printing Is Already Transforming The Ecommerce Industry

Posted on September 27, 2019 by 3D Engineer

Image credit: Marco Verch 3D printing is a technological curiosity, capturing attention among hobbyists who want to indulge their creative impulses and take their home DIY projects to the next level. It may be costly, but the costs are coming… Continue Reading →

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New Year Resolutions and the CES

Posted on January 14, 2019 by Jim Lucas

As a product design geek, there are few things more motivating than going to the consumer electronics show (CES) in Las Vegas. This year I’m going to base my New Year Resolutions on what I’ve learned, seen and been inspired… Continue Reading →

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Big Tech Jobs Set For Growth in 2018

Posted on February 5, 2018 by 3DEngr Submissions

2018 is shaping up to be another great year for people in tech. As more breakthroughs are taking center stage, from blockchain to virtual and augmented reality, there’s definitely a lot of new innovations to play around with and explore.… Continue Reading →

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Big Tech Trends To Watch In 2018

Posted on February 1, 2018 by 3DEngr Submissions

The Tech Trends of 2018 There have already been several exhibits and presentations regarding the tech trends for both the coming year and the future. This is a representation of the expected patterns and trends that may play an important… Continue Reading →

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Four 3D Components – One Revolution For Formula One Racing

Posted on November 7, 2017 by 3DEngr Submissions

3D printing… safe to say that we’ve come a long way. Looking back, this technology is positively space age – it’s revolutionized the medical world, providing 3D printed ears, bones, and even stem cells. On the catwalks of Paris Fashion… Continue Reading →

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How 3D Printing Will Influence Construction, Design, and Leasing

Posted on March 10, 2017 by 3D Engineer

Just in the past five years, 3D printing has boomed. Starting out, users could create only small items such as knickknacks, but his is no longer the case. 3D printers now have amazing capabilities. These small but powerful tools can… Continue Reading →

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3D Printing Financial Effects for Consumers and Businesses

Posted on July 22, 2016 by 3D Engineer

Not long ago, the idea of having mini-factories in the home was basically a story out of science fiction. The arrival of 3D printing has made that technology come closer to reality than ever before. There may well come a… Continue Reading →

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3D Printers in Public Libraries & Makerspaces

Posted on April 27, 2016 by 3D Engineer

I saw a very cool display as soon as I entered the lobby of the Middleton Public Library, right outside of Madison, WI. It was a beautiful Ultimaker 2 3D printer along with a variety of colors of filament and fun… Continue Reading →

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Beyond a Makerbot: How to Get Higher Resolution 3D Prints

Posted on April 11, 2016 by 3D Engineer

Do you own or are you considering buying a Makerbot or another similar desktop 3D printer? That’s great—there are a ton of quality options at relatively low-cost entry points to help you get started with 3D printing for rapid prototyping.… Continue Reading →

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8 Amazing Creations You Can Make With 3D Printing

Posted on February 15, 2016 by 3D Engineer

Printing has come a long way in a short amount of time. Not long ago, we were happy to print out documents on our dot-matrix printers, tearing off the perforated sheets. Now we can print objects using 3-D printers. Although… Continue Reading →

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3D Printing Gets Into High End Belts & Other Luxury Goods

Posted on January 29, 2015 by 3D Engineer

  The emiota smart belt – straight off a 3D printer   The luxury goods market spans across several categories and include haute couture clothing, accessories, luggage, yacht, cars, hotels… Its value has risen significantly in recent years. The biggest… Continue Reading →

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3D Printing On The Moon

Posted on January 5, 2015 by 3D Engineer

One of the problems NASA is facing in its plans for space exploration concerns building habitats on other worlds for its astronauts. The expense of taking building materials all the way from Earth to the moon, not to mention Mars,… Continue Reading →

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Parts or Full Cars – 3D Printed Vehicles

Posted on December 29, 2014 by 3D Engineer

By now you are aware of the amazing feats accomplished by 3-D printing technology. Popular Mechanics magazine just reported on the first 3-D printed car, a historic moment for additive manufacturing and automotive design. The Strati, by Local Motors out of Phoenix, Arizona,… Continue Reading →

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Designing and 3DPrinting Prosthetic Limbs

Posted on December 23, 2014 by 3D Engineer

Photo from E-Nable (http://enablingthefuture.org) A hot topic in the additive manufacturing field is the impact that 3D Printing Services are having on the design and development of prosthetic limbs. Leading the way in this field are non-profit ventures e-NABLE, a network of 3-D… Continue Reading →

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Custom Detailed Toy Soliders created with 3D Printing

Posted on December 17, 2014 by 3D Engineer

How do you improve on a classic like toy soldiers? With the modern industry technology of 3D printing. From greater realism to higher durability, the possibilities are endless for how model figures can be updated and refined for a better… Continue Reading →

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3D Printing and the Aerospace Industry

Posted on December 16, 2014 by 3D Engineer

Aerospace is one of the main industries that can benefit from developments in 3D Printing The aerospace industry is a main market for additive manufacturing. This is not only because this sector has a long history of an early adopter… Continue Reading →

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Federal Regulations for 3D Printing

Posted on December 15, 2014 by 3D Engineer

Breakthrough in medical devices, aerospace, automotive and other industries means that regulations for 3D printing are starting to become increasingly important. (Robohand image via MakerBot) High-tech industries such as aerospace and medical fields are turning to 3D printing as a replacement for… Continue Reading →

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Printed Circuits with a #3dPrinter

Posted on December 9, 2014 by 3D Engineer

Electronic devices and components, such as light switches, cell phones, and circuit boards, are typically made up of at least two different materials. Plastics often comprise the structure and substrate while metals like copper are necessary for conducting electricity. Any… Continue Reading →

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5 Industries Benefiting from 3D Printing Metals

Posted on December 2, 2014 by 3D Engineer

Direct Metal Laser Sintering (DMLS), known also as laser sintering, selective laser sintering or selective laser melting is an additive manufacturing process, already adopted by industries such as aerospace, automotive or defense for the production of high-quality components with specific… Continue Reading →

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3D Printing Set to Disrupt Industries

Posted on November 21, 2014 by 3D Engineer

On October 29, 2014, Hewlett Packard released information about its Multi-Jet Fusion technology, and how it is capable of producing multi-colored, three-dimensional objects. HP’s announcement focused widespread attention on the new industry that is quickly evolving around 3D printing. In global terms,… Continue Reading →

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3D Printing Potential To Change The Automotive Industry

Posted on November 17, 2014 by 3D Engineer

Complex printed parts have the potential to drastically alter the automotive industry. What Are the Advantages of Selective Laser Melting for the Automotive Industry?Recently the automotive industry is facing some tough times. The global economic crisis, the rise of emerging… Continue Reading →

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Lunar 3d Printer Proposed By The European Space Agency

Posted on November 12, 2014 by 3D Engineer

Lunar Base Proposed For 3D Printing Creation In October 2014, over 350 experts gathered at the European Space Agency’s ESTEC Technical Centre in the Netherlands. There, they shared ideas regarding 3D printer uses relevant to the space industry. The two-day… Continue Reading →

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3D Printing Service Sites

Posted on August 21, 2014 by 3D Engineer

Additive manufacturing or 3D printing service companies are a great way to get your desired products, release your creativity, and show off what you can do in an easy and effective manner. People all over the world are already loving… Continue Reading →

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Amazon Creative Expression 3D Printing First Reviews

Posted on August 18, 2014 by 3D Engineer

Every year there are new advances in technology that provide consumers with both functional and fun elements.  3D printing has recently become the number one technology to have in both the business world and the technology world.  With the ability… Continue Reading →

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