3D Printed Molds Help Make a Better Soft Bass Fishing Lure | 3DPrint.com: 3D Printed Molds Help Make a Better Soft Bass Fishing Lure
by Debra Thimmesch | Mar 14, 2015 | 3D Design, 3D Printing |
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Sunday, June 26, 2016
Thursday, November 05, 2015
Monday, August 24, 2015
UPS, Stratasys Expand 3D Printers to 100 Stores Nationwide - Robotics Business Review
UPS, Stratasys Expand 3D Printers to 100 Stores Nationwide - Robotics Business Review
country, The UPS Store is expanding 3D printing services to meet the
growing demands of its small business customers to nearly 100 additional
locations nationwide.
As the first nationwide retailer to offer 3D printing services
in-store, in collaboration with Stratasys, The UPS Store continues to
evolve its services to better meet the needs of small business owners.
Over the past year, the six locations saw demand for 3D print continuing
to increase across a broad spectrum of customers. This upward trend is
in line with the 3D print industry, which also experienced rapid growth.
In fact, the 3D print service provider sector increased by 21 percent
last year, according to The Wohlers Report 2014.
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Following the successful launch of 3D print in six markets across thecountry, The UPS Store is expanding 3D printing services to meet the
growing demands of its small business customers to nearly 100 additional
locations nationwide.
As the first nationwide retailer to offer 3D printing services
in-store, in collaboration with Stratasys, The UPS Store continues to
evolve its services to better meet the needs of small business owners.
Over the past year, the six locations saw demand for 3D print continuing
to increase across a broad spectrum of customers. This upward trend is
in line with the 3D print industry, which also experienced rapid growth.
In fact, the 3D print service provider sector increased by 21 percent
last year, according to The Wohlers Report 2014.
Tuesday, August 04, 2015
Women Significantly More Likely To Use 3-D Printers Than Men
Women Significantly More Likely To Use 3-D Printers Than Men: The report is one of the best I have seen related to makers and how making opens up the mind, encourages creativity on a variety of levels, and makes learning fun. It is loaded with strong ideas and suggestions on how to make a difference in education and some points stood out:
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
Fused deposition modeling - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Fused deposition modeling - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Several projects and companies are making efforts to develop
affordable 3D printers for home desktop use. Much of this work has been
driven by and targeted at DIY/enthusiast/early adopter communities, with additional ties to the academic and hacker communities.[6]
RepRap is one of the longest running projects in the desktop category. The RepRap project aims to produce a free and open source hardware (FOSH) 3D printer, whose full specifications are released under the GNU General Public License, and which is capable of replicating itself by printing many of its own (plastic) parts to create more machines.[7][8] RepRaps have already been shown to be able to print circuit boards[9] and metal parts.[10][11]
Fab@Home is the other opensource hardware project for DIY 3D printers.
Because of the FOSH aims of RepRap,
many related projects have used their design for inspiration, creating
an ecosystem of related or derivative 3D printers, most of which are
also open source designs. The availability of these open source designs
means that variants of 3D printers are easy to invent. The quality and
complexity of printer designs, however, as well as the quality of kit or
finished products, varies greatly from project to project. This rapid
development of open source 3D printers is gaining interest in many
spheres as it enables hyper-customization and the use of public domain designs to fabricate open source appropriate technology. This technology can also assist initiatives in sustainable development since technologies are easily and economically made from resources available to local communities.[12][13]
Several projects and companies are making efforts to develop
affordable 3D printers for home desktop use. Much of this work has been
driven by and targeted at DIY/enthusiast/early adopter communities, with additional ties to the academic and hacker communities.[6]
RepRap is one of the longest running projects in the desktop category. The RepRap project aims to produce a free and open source hardware (FOSH) 3D printer, whose full specifications are released under the GNU General Public License, and which is capable of replicating itself by printing many of its own (plastic) parts to create more machines.[7][8] RepRaps have already been shown to be able to print circuit boards[9] and metal parts.[10][11]
Fab@Home is the other opensource hardware project for DIY 3D printers.
Because of the FOSH aims of RepRap,
many related projects have used their design for inspiration, creating
an ecosystem of related or derivative 3D printers, most of which are
also open source designs. The availability of these open source designs
means that variants of 3D printers are easy to invent. The quality and
complexity of printer designs, however, as well as the quality of kit or
finished products, varies greatly from project to project. This rapid
development of open source 3D printers is gaining interest in many
spheres as it enables hyper-customization and the use of public domain designs to fabricate open source appropriate technology. This technology can also assist initiatives in sustainable development since technologies are easily and economically made from resources available to local communities.[12][13]
Friday, January 23, 2015
Who is a 3D designer? (Infographic) - Pinshape BlogPinshape Blog
Pinshape is a 3D printing community
marketplace and 3D print service, full of the world's best 3D designers.
Easily explore, buy or sell 3D printable designs.
Who are our, Pinshape, Designers?
Our designers are: hobbyists – looking
for ways to make some extra money (36%),
Full-Time Designers (44%),
Part-Time Designers (14%),
Hobbyists – who are in it for the fun of
it (5%).
They are 81% male and 19% female. The
largest age group (60%) of designers is between the ages of 23 and 34,
17% between 35 and 40, 12% between 41 and 51, 8% between 17 and 22 and
4% between 52 and 60.
The top 8 countries for 3D designers
are: 1. The United States (35%), 2. India (13%), 3. Netherlands (7%), 4.
Spain (6%), 5. Italy (5%), 6. Chile (5%), 7. Sweden (3%), 8. Romania
(3%).
What’s their background?
62% of Pinshape designers were
self-taught while 38% are a graduate of a 3D program. They have
backgrounds in: 3D Modeling (60%), 3D Sculpting (40%), Gaming (26%),
Industrial Design (26%), Engineering (22%) and Toy Design (13%).
They range from having less than a year
to over 10 years of experience in 3D Design and 3D printing, with over
half of the designers (62%) having 2 or fewer years of experience in 3D
printing only. A fourth of the designers have 10+ years of general,
3D-design experience.
What do they use to design?
Their favorite tools are: 3D Max (17%),
Maya (16%), ZBrush (14%), Rhino (12%), Solidworks (12%), Blender (9%),
Netfabb (5%), Meshlab (3%), Modo (3%) and Maya (3%).
A little over ¾ of designers (78%) use Windows and while the remaining ¼ (22%) use a Mac as their operating system.
51% find themselves pulling out a
tablet to design while the other 49% are just fine without one. In fact,
18% don’t plan on buying a 3D print any time soon.
So, how many designers use an actual 3D printer during their design process?
Our survey shows, only 32% actually
print their designs while the other 68% do not. Of those that did print
their designs, they use sites like Pinshape, Shapeways, Sculpteo, 3D
Hubs and Materialize. 25% of designers who plan to print just haven’t
gotten around to it yet.
The top 5 most owned 3D printers in our
design community are: 1. Form 1, 2. MakerBot Replicator 2, 3.
Ultimaker, 4. Leapfron Creatr and 5. MaekrBot Replicator 1.
marketplace and 3D print service, full of the world's best 3D designers.
Easily explore, buy or sell 3D printable designs.
Who are our, Pinshape, Designers?
Our designers are: hobbyists – looking
for ways to make some extra money (36%),
Full-Time Designers (44%),
Part-Time Designers (14%),
Hobbyists – who are in it for the fun of
it (5%).
They are 81% male and 19% female. The
largest age group (60%) of designers is between the ages of 23 and 34,
17% between 35 and 40, 12% between 41 and 51, 8% between 17 and 22 and
4% between 52 and 60.
The top 8 countries for 3D designers
are: 1. The United States (35%), 2. India (13%), 3. Netherlands (7%), 4.
Spain (6%), 5. Italy (5%), 6. Chile (5%), 7. Sweden (3%), 8. Romania
(3%).
What’s their background?
62% of Pinshape designers were
self-taught while 38% are a graduate of a 3D program. They have
backgrounds in: 3D Modeling (60%), 3D Sculpting (40%), Gaming (26%),
Industrial Design (26%), Engineering (22%) and Toy Design (13%).
They range from having less than a year
to over 10 years of experience in 3D Design and 3D printing, with over
half of the designers (62%) having 2 or fewer years of experience in 3D
printing only. A fourth of the designers have 10+ years of general,
3D-design experience.
What do they use to design?
Their favorite tools are: 3D Max (17%),
Maya (16%), ZBrush (14%), Rhino (12%), Solidworks (12%), Blender (9%),
Netfabb (5%), Meshlab (3%), Modo (3%) and Maya (3%).
A little over ¾ of designers (78%) use Windows and while the remaining ¼ (22%) use a Mac as their operating system.
51% find themselves pulling out a
tablet to design while the other 49% are just fine without one. In fact,
18% don’t plan on buying a 3D print any time soon.
So, how many designers use an actual 3D printer during their design process?
Our survey shows, only 32% actually
print their designs while the other 68% do not. Of those that did print
their designs, they use sites like Pinshape, Shapeways, Sculpteo, 3D
Hubs and Materialize. 25% of designers who plan to print just haven’t
gotten around to it yet.
The top 5 most owned 3D printers in our
design community are: 1. Form 1, 2. MakerBot Replicator 2, 3.
Ultimaker, 4. Leapfron Creatr and 5. MaekrBot Replicator 1.
Friday, December 26, 2014
Start here to repair your 3D models!
Model Repair Service
Use the Microsoft 3D Model Repair service powered by netfab
to repair STL, OBJ, or 3MF files automatically. Like a
spellchecker, this service will save you time by taking care
of the many common errors in 3D models that otherwise would
require manual repair by a dedicated designer. The service
closes holes in the model, fixes face normals, removes
self-intersections, and more. You'll be more productive and be
on your way to more reliable 3D manufacturing in minutes!
Just upload your STL, OBJ, or 3MF file. We'll check and fix the model and return you a new file, ready to print. Enjoy!
Just upload your STL, OBJ, or 3MF file. We'll check and fix the model and return you a new file, ready to print. Enjoy!
Sunday, December 14, 2014
Wednesday, August 06, 2014
SKYFORM | DRAWBACKS OF 3D PRINTING
SKYFORM | DRAWBACKS OF 3D PRINTING
wouldn’t be enough for us to be able to look at the 3D printing
objectively. Despite the fact that we consider 3D printing a technology
of the future, it has its drawbacks and we’d like to talk about these
now…
{Q}
There is perfection outside, everywhere around us. Every piece of
anything you take into your hands has the potential to be an
exceptionally beautiful piece of shape and material, with its own story
to tell. Everything depends on those hands. Whether big, tiny, crooked,
young or old, we love to see them build and create, make magic where
none of us would expect.
We also have a few pairs and we hope them to be useful for you. Because we all need to see beautiful things.
We have a happy long story behind us, and after all this time we are
still enjoying what we do and putting everything into it. After almost
15 active years we improved everything we could to keep our customers
satisfied, our fans happy, and our competition following.
There is still much to do, and we are better prepared now than ever to make it all even better.
The SKYFORM team is six creative folks with well-divided abilities to support each another to make your projects perfect.
DAVID GULLA | Animations | Interactive | 3D Print | email | LinkedIn
BARBORA ŠABLOVÁ | 3D CGI Distribution | Marketing | Finance | email | LinkedIn
MARTIN JAROŠ | Script Writing | Support Editor | email
PETER ŠTÚHL | Animations | Interactive | email | LinkedIn
JANA PAPIERNIKOVÁ | Animation Support | Graphic Design | email
LUKÁŠ GULLA | Technical Support | 3D Print | email
For specific projects, we work with external specialists to get the most professional results.
811 01 Bratislava
Slovak republic
tel.: +421 (0)2 207 555 76
email: office@skyform.eu, 3Dprint@skyform.eu
DRAWBACKS OF 3D PRINTING
The previous article Benefits of 3D printingwouldn’t be enough for us to be able to look at the 3D printing
objectively. Despite the fact that we consider 3D printing a technology
of the future, it has its drawbacks and we’d like to talk about these
now…
{Q}
There is perfection outside, everywhere around us. Every piece of
anything you take into your hands has the potential to be an
exceptionally beautiful piece of shape and material, with its own story
to tell. Everything depends on those hands. Whether big, tiny, crooked,
young or old, we love to see them build and create, make magic where
none of us would expect.
We also have a few pairs and we hope them to be useful for you. Because we all need to see beautiful things.
We have a happy long story behind us, and after all this time we are
still enjoying what we do and putting everything into it. After almost
15 active years we improved everything we could to keep our customers
satisfied, our fans happy, and our competition following.
There is still much to do, and we are better prepared now than ever to make it all even better.
The SKYFORM team is six creative folks with well-divided abilities to support each another to make your projects perfect.
DAVID GULLA | Animations | Interactive | 3D Print | email | LinkedIn
BARBORA ŠABLOVÁ | 3D CGI Distribution | Marketing | Finance | email | LinkedIn
MARTIN JAROŠ | Script Writing | Support Editor | email
PETER ŠTÚHL | Animations | Interactive | email | LinkedIn
JANA PAPIERNIKOVÁ | Animation Support | Graphic Design | email
LUKÁŠ GULLA | Technical Support | 3D Print | email
For specific projects, we work with external specialists to get the most professional results.
SKYFORM is a small creative studio ready for anything close to animating, creating interactive applications and 3D printing.{EQ}
SKYFORM, Panská 15811 01 Bratislava
Slovak republic
tel.: +421 (0)2 207 555 76
email: office@skyform.eu, 3Dprint@skyform.eu
Tuesday, July 29, 2014
Amazon.com: 3D Printing Store
Amazon.com: 3D Printing Store
accessories to home decor, this is your source for the gear you need to
shop the future.
3D Printers make a variety of objects using a laser that move along an
X, Y and Z axis to build an object in three dimensions. 3D printing is
considered the future of print and manufacturing, and is set to
dramatically change the way we buy and produce products in the future.
Browse our selection of 3D printed jewelry, home decor, tech
accessories, toys & games, and more. No matter the occasion or
budget, there is something for everyone in our gallery of 3D printed
products. Whatever your goal--outfitting an occasion or adding to your
obsession of collectibles --Amazon has you covered. Shop the future
today!
Amazon.com's 3D Printing Store
Welcome to the 3D printing Store at Amazon.com. From futuristic fashionaccessories to home decor, this is your source for the gear you need to
shop the future.
3D Printers make a variety of objects using a laser that move along an
X, Y and Z axis to build an object in three dimensions. 3D printing is
considered the future of print and manufacturing, and is set to
dramatically change the way we buy and produce products in the future.
Browse our selection of 3D printed jewelry, home decor, tech
accessories, toys & games, and more. No matter the occasion or
budget, there is something for everyone in our gallery of 3D printed
products. Whatever your goal--outfitting an occasion or adding to your
obsession of collectibles --Amazon has you covered. Shop the future
today!
Friday, July 11, 2014
3ders.org - List of 3D Software
3ders.org - List of 3D Software
When choosing any 3d software, you need to find one that is easy to
learn and use, especially if you're beginner. And you should choose one
that is going to perform the task you want to and at the level of
quality you want to reach. Most professional 3D software is expensive,
however there are always some free software that you can use and create
the magic. Below is the list of popular 3D software, free or paid 3D
software.
www.3ders.org/3d-printing-basics.html" - 3D Printing Basics | Beginner's guide | 3D printers
What can you make with a 3D printer?
In 3D printing area, people say "If You Can Draw It, You Can Make
It".vthe video shows many items can be made with a 3D printer.
However complicated objects can only be made by professional 3D
printers, they are not yet affortable for common family.
When choosing any 3d software, you need to find one that is easy to
learn and use, especially if you're beginner. And you should choose one
that is going to perform the task you want to and at the level of
quality you want to reach. Most professional 3D software is expensive,
however there are always some free software that you can use and create
the magic. Below is the list of popular 3D software, free or paid 3D
software.
www.3ders.org/3d-printing-basics.html" - 3D Printing Basics | Beginner's guide | 3D printers
What can you make with a 3D printer?
Thursday, May 29, 2014
New Matter 3D printer | www.3diot.net
New Matter 3D printer
Customers seeking to enter the field of 3D printing will typically shell out between $500 to $2500. For a less expensive 3D printer, one would have to search for DIY 3D printer kits. The New Matter 3D Printer intends to change this with their MOD-t debut. The MOD-t is based on 3D major design considerations: affordability, easy to use software, and access to 3D designs. - See more at: http://www.3diot.net/new-matter-3d-printer/#sthash.ycheLWTY.dpuf
3D printing artisans use a variety of tools to shape and then fabricate a physical design. From modeling our natural surroundings to engineering a mechanical component, everything begins with imagination, translated to digital canvas, then printed into reality. Here is a list of 3D modeling and printing tools to help you get started.
Visit these videos!
Video Archives
Customers seeking to enter the field of 3D printing will typically shell out between $500 to $2500. For a less expensive 3D printer, one would have to search for DIY 3D printer kits. The New Matter 3D Printer intends to change this with their MOD-t debut. The MOD-t is based on 3D major design considerations: affordability, easy to use software, and access to 3D designs. - See more at: http://www.3diot.net/new-matter-3d-printer/#sthash.ycheLWTY.dpuf
Customers
seeking to enter the field of 3D printing will typically shell out
between $500 to $2500. For a less expensive 3D printer, one would have
to search for DIY 3D printer kits. The New Matter 3D Printer intends to
change this with their MOD-t debut. The MOD-t is based on 3D major
design considerations: affordability, easy to use software, and access
to 3D designs. - See more at:
http://www.3diot.net/new-matter-3d-printer/#sthash.ycheLWTY.dpuf
seeking to enter the field of 3D printing will typically shell out
between $500 to $2500. For a less expensive 3D printer, one would have
to search for DIY 3D printer kits. The New Matter 3D Printer intends to
change this with their MOD-t debut. The MOD-t is based on 3D major
design considerations: affordability, easy to use software, and access
to 3D designs. - See more at:
http://www.3diot.net/new-matter-3d-printer/#sthash.ycheLWTY.dpuf
Customers
seeking to enter the field of 3D printing will typically shell out
between $500 to $2500. For a less expensive 3D printer, one would have
to search for DIY 3D printer kits. The New Matter 3D Printer intends to
change this with their MOD-t debut. The MOD-t is based on 3D major
design considerations: affordability, easy to use software, and access
to 3D designs. - See more at:
http://www.3diot.net/new-matter-3d-printer/#sthash.ycheLWTY.dpuf
seeking to enter the field of 3D printing will typically shell out
between $500 to $2500. For a less expensive 3D printer, one would have
to search for DIY 3D printer kits. The New Matter 3D Printer intends to
change this with their MOD-t debut. The MOD-t is based on 3D major
design considerations: affordability, easy to use software, and access
to 3D designs. - See more at:
http://www.3diot.net/new-matter-3d-printer/#sthash.ycheLWTY.dpuf
Customers
seeking to enter the field of 3D printing will typically shell out
between $500 to $2500. For a less expensive 3D printer, one would have
to search for DIY 3D printer kits. The New Matter 3D Printer intends to
change this with their MOD-t debut. The MOD-t is based on 3D major
design considerations: affordability, easy to use software, and access
to 3D designs. - See more at:
http://www.3diot.net/new-matter-3d-printer/#sthash.ycheLWTY.dpuf
seeking to enter the field of 3D printing will typically shell out
between $500 to $2500. For a less expensive 3D printer, one would have
to search for DIY 3D printer kits. The New Matter 3D Printer intends to
change this with their MOD-t debut. The MOD-t is based on 3D major
design considerations: affordability, easy to use software, and access
to 3D designs. - See more at:
http://www.3diot.net/new-matter-3d-printer/#sthash.ycheLWTY.dpuf
3D printing artisans use a variety of tools to shape and then fabricate a physical design. From modeling our natural surroundings to engineering a mechanical component, everything begins with imagination, translated to digital canvas, then printed into reality. Here is a list of 3D modeling and printing tools to help you get started.
Visit these videos!
Video Archives
Wednesday, May 28, 2014
Professor Plastic: A Desktop 3-D Printer in Every Home? – Plastics Make It Possible
Some examples, all made possible by plastics:
- A dad creates unique toy trains and tracks for his kids while another creates a jigsaw puzzle from a family photograph;
- An artist uses 3-D printers to create sculptures that would be impractical to produce using traditional techniques;
- Handy homeowners create unique shower heads, curtain rod holders,
shower caddies, drain screens and more—all designed to perfectly fit a
specific bathroom space; - Gear heads create personalized cell phone cases, tablet grips,
laptop stands and scads of other customized devices/adaptors/holders for
electronics; - Do-it-yourselfers create washers, gears, brackets, connectors and other parts that are unique to specific needs;
- Crafty types create pendants, necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets and other jewelry/accessories.
Monday, May 26, 2014
App uses video of customers’ feet to 3D print their perfect insole | Springwise
App uses video of customers’ feet to 3D print their perfect insole | Springwise
TechCrunch,
SOLS may use its custom design platform to create other tailored
products, such as prosthetics or plus-size clothes. Are there other
products that 3D printing can help move into the mass-customization
model?
TechCrunch,
SOLS may use its custom design platform to create other tailored
products, such as prosthetics or plus-size clothes. Are there other
products that 3D printing can help move into the mass-customization
model?
Tuesday, May 20, 2014
Sunday, May 11, 2014
From 3D Printing to the Factory Floor Course Enrollment is Open to U.S. and International Engineering, Science and Architect Professionals for Course Starting July 21, 2014 Cambridge, Mass.
MIT Professional Education to Offer New Short Courses: MIT Professional Education Now Offers Additive Manufacturing: From 3D Printing to the Factory Floor Course
Enrollment is Open to U.S. and International Engineering, Science and Architect Professionals for Course Starting July 21, 2014
Cambridge, Mass. – April 23, 2014 – MIT Professional Education has added Additive Manufacturing: From 3D Printing to the Factory Floor to their Short Programs offerings. Designed for US and international manufacturing and design engineers, science, and architect professionals who seek the MIT experience in a condensed time frame, the course will focus on a comprehensive overview of additive manufacturing spanning from fundamentals to applications and technology trends.
Enrollment is now open to qualifying professionals from the U.S. and abroad through the MIT Professional Education website.
For 65 years MIT Professional Education has been providing those
professionals engaged in engineering, science and technology worldwide,
a gateway to renowned MIT research, knowledge and expertise through
advanced education programs designed specifically for working
professionals. http://web.mit.edu/professional/
Contacts:
Kate McCary
Matter Communications
978-518-4819
mitpe@matternow.com
Enrollment is Open to U.S. and International Engineering, Science and Architect Professionals for Course Starting July 21, 2014
Cambridge, Mass. – April 23, 2014 – MIT Professional Education has added Additive Manufacturing: From 3D Printing to the Factory Floor to their Short Programs offerings. Designed for US and international manufacturing and design engineers, science, and architect professionals who seek the MIT experience in a condensed time frame, the course will focus on a comprehensive overview of additive manufacturing spanning from fundamentals to applications and technology trends.
Enrollment is now open to qualifying professionals from the U.S. and abroad through the MIT Professional Education website.
For 65 years MIT Professional Education has been providing those
professionals engaged in engineering, science and technology worldwide,
a gateway to renowned MIT research, knowledge and expertise through
advanced education programs designed specifically for working
professionals. http://web.mit.edu/professional/
Contacts:
Kate McCary
Matter Communications
978-518-4819mitpe@matternow.com
Monday, May 05, 2014
Saturday, April 05, 2014
3D printers: Not for the average consumer - Network World
3D printers: Not for the average consumer - Network World: One reason 3D printing will struggle to gain traction in consumer markets is the education needed to use the devices. Users will need to be proficient in CAD or 3D design software if they are to design an item for a 3D printer. And even once a user has learned how to use the software, the intricacies of 3D printing will be difficult to master for beginners, Basiliere says.
"Once you have that, now you still have to print it out, and depending upon the consumer's skill set, it could be a very difficult process of trial-and-error getting the printer to produce the part that they envisioned," he says. "Not that the printer is incapable, but there may be need for support structures and other elements in the design that, if the consumer isn't proficient with the software, it leads to a bad print."
"Once you have that, now you still have to print it out, and depending upon the consumer's skill set, it could be a very difficult process of trial-and-error getting the printer to produce the part that they envisioned," he says. "Not that the printer is incapable, but there may be need for support structures and other elements in the design that, if the consumer isn't proficient with the software, it leads to a bad print."
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