3D Printing/Additive manufacturing Archives - Page 10 of 27

3D printed parts to improve McLaren F1 performance

McLaren Racing Honda MCL32 race car – image courtesy of McLaren Racing.

Posted on 7 Apr 2017 by Jonny Williamson

McLaren Racing is hoping to accelerate design modifications and reduce the weight of its 2017 Formula 1 MCL32 race car by expanding its use of Stratasys 3D printed components.

Top five manufacturing myths busted

An effective Industrial Strategy must be comprehensive, be based on a genuine understanding of the needs of industry and be long term.

Posted on 5 Apr 2017 by Jonny Williamson

A national understanding and appreciation of all things manufacturing will never happen while widely-held and wholly incorrect perceptions of what industry looks like persist. Jonny Williamson busts the top five manufacturing myths.

Additive manufacturing on the mind

The design principles a company learns from additive manufacturing jigs and fixture products then become part of its business toolkit - image courtesy of Materialise.

Posted on 27 Mar 2017 by Jonny Williamson

Jonny Williamson discusses the benefits of ‘thinking additive’ with Philip Hudson, UK managing director of additive manufacturing pioneer, Materialise.

Wiivv launches campaign for the world’s first custom flip flops

Wiivv has created the world's first custom sandal designed and 3D printed to fit the unique contours of feet - image courtesy of Wiivv and Kickstarter.

Posted on 24 Mar 2017 by Tim Brown

Clothing technology company Wiivv has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Wiivv Custom Fit Sandals, the world's first custom sandal designed and 3D printed to fit the unique contours of feet, giving the wearer biomechanical support and unparalleled comfort.

Future aircraft inspired by peregrine falcons

A peregrine falcon is able to stay in control and airborne at speeds of up to 200mph, even in high winds – image courtesy of BAE Systems.

Posted on 23 Mar 2017 by Jonny Williamson

Scientists at BAE Systems and City, University of London have revealed how research work on how falcons fly is inspiring new technologies for future aircraft that could contribute to their safety in the air, aerodynamics and fuel efficiency.

Employee engagement and Industry 4.0

The opportunities from digital manufacturing technologies are limitless - image courtesy of The Manufacturing Technology Centre.

Posted on 22 Mar 2017 by Nick Peters

Editorial director, Nick Peters chats to Kylene Zenk, of Kronos, all about Industry 4.0 and how it will affect employee engagement.

3D Systems develops 3D printer for manufacturers

A 3D Systems Figure 4 manufacturing platform. Image courtesy of 3D Systems

Posted on 21 Mar 2017 by Michael Cruickshank

US-based additive manufacturing company 3D Systems this week unveiled a new 3D printer designed for use in large-scale manufacturing.

Ford begins large-scale 3D printing trial

Ford workers print car parts using a Stratasys 3D printer. Image courtesy of Ford Motor Company

Posted on 9 Mar 2017 by Michael Cruickshank

US automotive manufacturer Ford Motor Company this week announced plans to begin testing the production of large-scale parts using 3D-printing.

Largest festival of UK manufacturing heads to Liverpool

UK Manufacturing - Liverpool-UK-Albert-Docks1 -resize

Posted on 1 Mar 2017 by Jonny Williamson

More than 200 UK manufacturing leaders and supporters gathered at The Houses of Parliament on 21 February to help launch The Manufacturer’s 2017 flagship series of events.

How will 3D printing impact your life?

RS Components - 3D Printing Interactive Inforgraphic

Posted on 1 Mar 2017 by Jonny Williamson

RS Components has compiled a brief insight into the 3D printing future, where efficiency is key, with an interactive infographic:

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