Researchers at the Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) and the University of Maine have developed a groundbreaking single-piece, recyclable natural-material floor panel through advanced 3D printing techniques. This novel panel, designed to substitute traditional steel in construction, was unveiled at the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s 2024 Housing Innovation Showcase on the National Mall. The project is a key initiative under the Sustainable Materials & Manufacturing Alliance for Renewable Technologies (SM2ART) program, which focuses on creating environmentally friendly construction solutions. The SM2ART Nfloor cassette panel represents a significant advancement in building construction, particularly for apartment and condominium structures. By replacing conventional steel-and-concrete assemblies, the panel offers a sustainable alternative that maintains structural integrity while reducing environmental impact. Katie Copenhaver, a researcher at ORNL, emphasized the ecological benefits, stating, “By utilizing bio-based, large-scale 3D printing, we replaced an assembly made from 31 parts and three materials… read more
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The 3D scanner manufacturer Revopoint unveiled their flagship product, MIRACO 3D Scanner, in October 2023. Revopoint is a global leader in consumer and professional 3D scanning technology designed to make 3D modeling accessible to everyone. Their robust R&D and advanced production capabilities produce cutting-edge technologies, ranging from micro-structured optical chips to high-precision 3D vision algorithms. A versatile and precise scanning device for diverse industries The MIRACO 3D scanner offers a variety of features and applications that cater to a broad spectrum of industries, promising to redefine the way of approaching 3D scanning. With an emphasis on versatility and precision, the MIRACO 3D scanner is designed to handle objects of various sizes, offering accuracy levels ranging from 0.05 mm for complex details to 0.3 mm for larger surfaces. Equipped with a high-resolution 48MP RGB camera, it delivers detailed and vibrant color captures. Notably, it is also the world’s lightest standalone 3D… read more
A recent advance in bioprinting from the Collins BioMicrosystems Laboratory at the University of Melbourne could significantly reshape tissue engineering. Researchers at the lab, led by biomedical engineer David Collins, have introduced a new 3D bioprinting approach called Dynamic Interface Printing (DIP). Unlike traditional methods that slowly build tissue layer by layer, DIP employs acoustic waves to guide cells into precise configurations, producing complex human tissues in seconds—a process previously hindered by speed and structural limitations. This breakthrough offers the potential for customized, high-fidelity tissue structures with applications across regenerative medicine and disease modeling. The approach can reportedly achieve 3D printing speeds around 350 times faster than those of traditional bioprinters, reducing the chances of cell damage while maintaining high structural accuracy. Most current bioprinters rely on layer-by-layer construction, which often compromises cell viability due to prolonged exposure times and complex post-processing steps. Once printed, tissue structures typically require delicate… read more
Specifications Before we get into the main review, let’s take a look at the specs of the Einstar VEGA. The VEGA features two different types of scanning technologies in one unit. These are VCSEL (Vertical-Cavity Surface-Emitting Laser – for long range scanning in any environment) and MEMS (for short range scanning of highly detailed objects). As the name suggests, it is wireless, meaning it can wirelessly scan, transfer data (to the cloud), and even project onto a second screen (a smart TV is needed), all over your WiFi network. In terms of physical hardware, it is a lightweight unit, weighing in at 535g, with a comfortable and ergonomic shape, made even more ergonomic by its detachable silicone grip. All of the operations are done with its 6.4 Inch 2K AMOLED touchscreen display and its intuitive, clutter-free GUI. Such operations include scanning controls, one-touch editing, and even clipping data (more on… read more
FormNext 2024 in Frankfurt recorded more than 34,000 visitors and saw new product introductions amid an increasingly consolidated additive manufacturing market. PowderMonkeys, a brand of Launhardt GmbH that specializes in polymer powders for powder bed fusion (PBF) processes, presented two new materials designed to improve performance and sustainability in 3D printing. PowderMonkeys, established in 2021 and a regular exhibitor at FormNext, supplies both desktop and industrial-scale systems. The portfolio is known for materials compatible with selective laser sintering (SLS) and high-speed sintering (HSS) platforms developed by companies such as Voxeljet AG, a provider of large-format 3D printing technology. Existing offerings include Monkey TPU 50, a thermoplastic elastomer with UV resistance, biocompatibility, and variable Shore hardness levels. According to technical data, Monkey TPU 50 exhibits a low refreshing rate of around 20% and a spherical powder shape contributing to stable 3D print processes. Monkey TPU 50, PowderMonkeys’ flagship thermoplastic elastomer. Photo… read more
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