The Formlabs Form 4 is the successor to the Form 3+, ushering in a completely new approach for resin-based desktop 3D printing. While the Formlabs Form 3+ was an iterative improvement over the Formlabs Form 3 with laser-based LFS (Low Force Stereolithography) technology, the new Form 4 uses Masked Stereolithography
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The History of 3D Printing: A Journey of Innovation and Transformation The Dawn of a New Era The history of 3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, begins in the 1980s. This transformative technology’s origins lies with the work of from Japan, who secured the first 3D printing-related patent in
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Automation has become an integral part of various industries, from manufacturing to healthcare, as it allows for increased efficiency and precision in tasks. Traditional grippers have been used for automation purposes; however, they have limitations when it comes to handling delicate objects or adapting to irregular shapes. This is where soft robotics grippers come
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One technological development is poised to radically disrupt the status quo: 3D printing. An innovative manufacturing process, 3D printing, or additive manufacturing, is showcasing its vast potential to revolutionize our journey to the cosmos. As we step into the era of interplanetary exploration, let’s delve deeper into how 3D printing
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The Power of 3D Printing: Forging the Future with Superalloys In the rapidly evolving world of additive manufacturing and technology, one thing remains constant: our relentless pursuit for stronger, lighter, more efficient materials. As 3D printing continues to grow and develop, we at Additive-X continue to be amazed by the
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In a groundbreaking discovery, researchers at North Carolina State University, Northwestern Polytechnical University, and Tianjin University have developed a highly conductive metallic gel that is capable of 3D printing solid metal objects at room temperature, revolutionising the concept of four-dimensional (4D) printing. North Carolina State University. Amongst the 3 teams
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We are thrilled to announce our newest partner: Bambu Lab, the groundbreaking manufacturer of superfast desktop 3D printers. Bambu Lab’s printers are a testament to the power of innovative technology in overcoming traditional manufacturing hurdles. They incorporate precision integration of LiDAR, multi-colour printing with blending capabilities, and a mobile app
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Lynxter has unveiled the S300X, a state-of-the-art 3D printer for elastomers, including medical and industrial-grade silicones. The Lynxter S300X can effortlessly produce some of the most intricate custom-printed medical and industrial-grade silicones and polyurethanes. It achieves this feat with an IDEX (Independent Dual Extruder) with two tool heads – LIQ21
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Formlabs has launched Flame Retardant Resin, a self-extinguishing, UL 94 V-0 certified material for stereolithography 3D printing. Perfect for multiple industries, including transportation, aviation, manufacturing and medical, this regulator-approved resin provides users with the speed, design freedom and safety that high-stakes applications demand. Flame Retardant Resin will transform how automotive,
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Cumbria Police’s dog unit is trialling helmet-mounted cameras on dogs to collect evidence during operations and give handlers live intel on the ground. Police dogs are trained to assist the police with apprehending suspects, detecting drugs, searching for evidence, and providing crime deterrence and protection. Still, there needs to be
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