Posted by John C Arkin on May 23rd, 2013
3D printers have gone a long way. They can now print a wide range of objects, including food such as chocolate, cookies, and burritos. Taking advantage of the technology is no less than the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), which granted Anjan Contractor $125,000 to produce a 3D printer that can spit out food [...]
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Posted by John C Arkin on May 21st, 2013
The hype over 3D printing has exploded big-time in the recent years, and as expected hobbyists and businesses alike scramble to adopt with the technology that promises endless possibilities. One company, however, is on a more noble mission—that is, to design and 3D print objects that are harmless to the environment. Oakland-based Emerging Objects is [...]
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Posted by John C Arkin on May 1st, 2013
A software development company has announced the world’s first full color 3D desktop printer. On its website, botObjects described its ProDesk3D as both a user- and eco-friendly 3D printer for the home and business use. “After two years of work, we are proud to be close to launching a revolutionary product, one that captures the [...]
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Posted by John C Arkin on April 27th, 2013
Chicago unveiled its own 3D printing shop on Monday, April 22, giving access to residents who are interested to know and learn more about the technology. The 3D Printing Experience has over 20 3D printers in-house, including the MarkerBot Replicator 1 and 2, which people can play with to experience how the printing process works [...]
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Posted by John C Arkin on April 7th, 2013
The University of Iowa is the latest education institution in the U.S. to integrate 3D printing into student learning. It’s goal is not only to open the eyes of students on how the technology works, but also to encourage them to explore the endless possibilities of 3D printing. In the College of Liberal Arts and [...]
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