Aimed at testing their performance on the moon's surface, Stratasys is set to contribute 3D-printed materials to a lunar mission. The experiments will explore the effectiveness of a tungsten-filled Antero 800NA FDM filament for radiation shielding, the space performance of Antero 840CN03 FDM filament with ESD properties used in the Orion spacecraft, and a new ESD photopolymer designed for high-heat environments.

With the aim of advancing large-scale serial production Amexci and Nikon SLM Solutions have expanded their partnership. To this end, the partners apply cutting-edge additive manufacturing technologies.

Researchers are pioneering the use of mushroom mycelium for high-quality transmission line speakers. This innovative approach not only promises enhanced sound quality by combining sound-reflecting and sound-absorbing properties through controlled mycelium growth but also offers an eco-friendly alternative to traditional materials.

This latest release of the Module Works SDK contains a range of new and enhanced features for efficient toolpath generation, ranging from improvements in 2-axis machining to multi-axis surface finishing and more.

The company 1000 Kelvin, which develops AI co-pilots for manufacturing, has announced the release of its AI co-pilot Amaize as a plug-in for Autodesk´s Fusion integrated CAD/CAM software platform.

Despite a subdued economic climate and global political challenges, Formnext has kicked off the new trade fair year with remarkable success, attracting around 574 companies from 35 countries for its upcoming event focused on Additive Manufacturing (AM) and the future of industrial production.

The grinding industry is undergoing significant transformations as companies adapt to new materials and mounting cost pressures, sparking innovation and the exploration of alternative markets beyond traditional automotive applications. This evolution is underscored by the upcoming Grinding Hub trade fair in Stuttgart, which will showcase the vibrant future of additive manufacturing and precision machining.

The 3D printing industry, evolving since the 1980s, is anticipated to reach a significant turning point in 2024. Facing a transformed macro-economic landscape, the industry must adapt to thrive.

German technology company Trumpf is collaborating with European space-travel start-up The Exploration Company to produce key spacecraft components using metal 3D printing. The aim is to create cost-effective, reusable spacecraft for missions to Earth's orbit and the moon.

Camatta Kunststofferzeugnisse in Sundern/Germany produces multifunctional glazing blocks and underlay plates with standard mould units and hot runner technology from Hasco. This helped the company to increase their annual output by a staggering factor.