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CES 2018 Jan 8, 2018
Formlabs Showcases Mass Customization, Premieres New Materials

For the first time, visitors of the Consumers Electronic Show 2018 can take a look at Formlab’s new SLS Fuse 1 3D printer. But there’s more: The company premieres two new materials and showcases interesting new mass customization solutions.

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3D Printing in Wakanda Jan 8, 2018
“Black Panther” Costume Designer Explains Use of 3D Printing in New Superhero Movie

In a recent interview with Afropunk, costume designer Ruth E. Carter describes how her team used 3D printing technology to help create the outfits for Marvel Studios' upcoming superhero film "Black Panther". 

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Doing it Live Jan 8, 2018
Aleph Objects to Put on Impressive 3D Printing Display at CES

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Face Off Jan 8, 2018
Face Donor to Get 3D Printed Mask for Burial

New York University 3D printing specialists are to 3D print the face of a brain-dead man, before it is transplanted to a waiting recipient. It is thought the lifelike mask will bring dignity to funeral proceedings for the donor's family.

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New Year, New Products Jan 8, 2018
XYZPrinting Reveal Three New Products at CES 2018

At this year's Consumer Electronics Show (CES) XYZPrinting released three new devices for their customers to enjoy which are updates on their previous products.

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Case in Print Jan 8, 2018
Carbon Partners With Incase to Push the Boundaries of Mobile Device Protection

The design-driven device protection solutions producer Incase is partnering with Carbon, using the 3D printing company's Digital Light Synthesis to manufacture protective device solutions with complex lattice structures that are both lightweight and impact-resistant. 

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So Metal Jan 7, 2018
Desktop Metal Gets Patents for Metal 3D Printing Supports System

Forging a new path for more accessible metal 3D printing, Desktop Metal has been granted patents for its Separable Supports technology. Designed to make metal 3D printing more accessible and safer, the tech means multi-material metal printing and hand-removable supports.

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From A to Z Jan 6, 2018
Amazon Secures Patent for Custom 3D Printing Service

The e-commerce retailer has finally secured a patent for an idea it started back in 2014. Amazon wants to 3D print products as a service, shipping or holding them for local  pickup.

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Hot Stuff Jan 5, 2018
Academics 3D Print “Game Changing” Heat Exchangers

At the University of Canterbury, academics have developed original tech to produce heat exchangers that could have wide-ranging applications, from motorsports to laptop batteries.

Featured image of Burning Man 2018 Temple to Feature 3D Printed Mandala
Fab Pre-Fab Jan 5, 2018
Burning Man 2018 Temple to Feature 3D Printed Mandala

London-based architecture studio Mamou-Mani has successfully pitched to build Burning Man 2018's Temple. The winning design, Galaxia, will feature a 3D printed mandala symbol at its heart.

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Building the Resistance Jan 5, 2018
Star Wars Models Made by Zortrax Machines

A lot of work goes into modeling Star Wars ships like the U-Wing and the Resistance Bomber. For that, model maker Alexander Hutchings trusts Zortrax machines.

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Sunny Side Up Jan 5, 2018
Renishaw Metal 3D Printed Sundial Installed in Berkeley Castle Gardens

Inspired by the 12th-century Berkeley Castle in Gloucestershire, UK, this metal 3D printed sundial is a high-tech slice of history. Installed on a pedestal in the castle grounds, visitors can enjoy the 'dial for themselves.

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3D human tissues for drug discovery Organovo Jan 5, 2018
Organovo Gets Orphan Drug Designation for 3D Printed Liver Tissue

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bendy microchips! Jan 5, 2018
New Flexible Silicon-on-Polymer Super Memory Chip Created with 3D Printing

The United States Air Force Research Lab teamed up with American Semiconductor to create an improved Silicon-on-polymer memory chip using 3D printing.

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3D Selfie with a Hat Jan 4, 2018
Sony’s 3D Creator Scanning App Integrates with New MyMiniFactory App

You can now 3D scan your face using Sony's 3D Creator, add a hat using MyMiniFactory's new app and 3D print the whole thing with a few simple clicks.

Featured image of New MDF and Plywood Laser Cutting Materials Available at Sculpteo
New Year, New Materials Jan 4, 2018
New MDF and Plywood Laser Cutting Materials Available at Sculpteo

Sculpteo is offering two new materials on their laser cutting platform including MDF material of just 2mm thickness and Ceiba Wood plywood.

Featured image of Students 3D Print Diorama of Ancient Chinese History
Historic Prints Jan 4, 2018
Students 3D Print Diorama of Ancient Chinese History

Featured image of Perfectly Personalized Lipstick Applicators Created Using 3D Printing Technology
Mwah! Jan 4, 2018
Perfectly Personalized Lipstick Applicators Created Using 3D Printing Technology

The Cosmetic Science Research Group at London College of Fashion is using 3D scanning and printing to create a personalized lipstick applicator. 

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Mo Money, Mo Problems Jan 3, 2018
Thingiverse Vulnerability Allowed Pages to Mine for Cryptocurrency

A member of the Facebook group 3D Printing has exposed a vulnerability in the design of Thingiverse that allows commenters on Things' pages to embed cryptocurrency miners. Now fixed, the malicious comments hijacked vulnerable computers and used them to mine for digital currency.

Featured image of Kwambio Reveals Brand-New Ceramic 3D Printer at CES
Binder-Jetting Ceramics Jan 3, 2018
Kwambio Reveals Brand-New Ceramic 3D Printer at CES

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