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Mills Expand and Flex for User Needs

August 15, 2018 · Tormach unveils its next generation of CNC machines.

NVIDIA’s SDK Available as Open Source

August 14, 2018 · The new open source NVIDIA MDL SDK gives developers the capability to expand and adapt MDL to specific needs.

Materials Grab Leading Role in Early-Stage Design

August 1, 2018 · The rise of advanced materials and additive manufacturing practices is facilitating new tools and design workflows, making materials information more accessible.

2018 Altair Enlighten Award Honors Automotive Lightweighting Innovators

July 30, 2018 · GM, BMW, Asahi Kasei and Mazda, Sika Automotive, United States Steel and American Axle & Manufacturing take top honors at the 2018 CAR Management Briefing Seminars.

XJet NanoParticle Jetting AM System Now Operating in U.S.

July 25, 2018 · XJet is staffed with many veterans of Objet Geometries, developers of PolyJet AM technology (now owned and marketed by Stratasys).

ORNL Develops Plant-Based Print Material

July 23, 2018 · The scientists are using lignin, a byproduct of the biofuel manufacturing process, which is combined with rubber, carbon fiber and ABS to create structures that have 100 percent improved weld strength between layers over ABS alone, according to Oak Ridge.

BASF Extends Cooperation with Materialise

July 19, 2018 · BASF has agreed to invest US$25 million in Materialise, a Belgian company.

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Editor’s Pick: Instant Quoting Engine Upgraded

July 18, 2018 · On-demand manufacturing platform releases new version of its instant quoting engine.

ASM Upgrades Materials Information Online via Granta Release

July 17, 2018 · In partnership with Granta Design, ASM announces release with GRANTA MI Version 11 and the MI:Explore app for all ASM Digital Databases.

Pushing 3D Technology to the Next Level

July 12, 2018 · Airframers and OEMs share how additive manufacturing is transforming aerospace from enhancements in airframe and engine products to advancements in material science and the effect on supply chains.

Continental Selects Granta MI for Materials Information Management

July 11, 2018 · Continental chose GRANTA MI as an approved ‘single source of truth’ for its materials information for use, and reuse, throughout the Group’s product development lifecycle.

Purdue Prints Extremely Viscous Materials

July 6, 2018 · The researchers were able to 3D print viscous materials by applying a high-amplitude ultrasonic vibration to the nozzle of the 3D printer.

What a Bore!

June 18, 2018 · Assessing the value of material selection in designing wear- and corrosion-resistant tunneling tools

Dassault Systèmes and Granta Design Set Up Materials Partnership

May 24, 2018 · 3DEXPERIENCE platform from Dassault Systèmes to integrate with GRANTA MI for materials information management.

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Editor’s Pick: 3D Printer for Professional Workflows

May 23, 2018 · Ultimaker also debuts new material and mobile app.

Metal Additive Printer Handles Crack-Prone Materials

May 16, 2018 · Electron beam melting metal additive manufacturing system said to incorporate new features that lower costs.

ANSYS Delivers ANSYS 19.1 Software

May 16, 2018 · Latest ANSYS simulation software release said to boost productivity and eliminate product complexity across all physics.

Aluminium Alloys in the Aerospace Industry

May 9, 2018 · This article explains the common alloys used in aerospace engineering and their applications.

EOS to Launch EOS P 810 Polymer 3D Printing Platform and New Material

April 23, 2018 · EOS' large frame, two-laser system and high-performance material meet the strict requirements for demanding polymer parts in the aerospace, electronics and mobility industries.

EnvisionTEC Launches 3D Printing Material

April 20, 2018 · E-RigidForm from EnvisionTec is reportedly a strong, durable material suitable for end-use products and comes in amber and charcoal. The new material is being displayed in a 328-foot chain that was 3D printed in one piece on an EnvisionTEC Xede 3SP.


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