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B9Creator 3D printer uses light to create stuff

, May 21st 2012 Discuss [0]

When it comes to emerging technology trends, one could very easily argue there is nothing cooler than 3D printers. The idea of using a "printer" to create things as mundane as keychains and mugs to objects as important as artificial limbs is something with which absolutely anyone can find some sort of fascination. So any new road that a company wants to pave in this emerging space is exciting, which is probably why B9Creator hit its Kickstarter funding goal in one day. Read The Full Story

Stratasys unveils sub-$10,000 professional 3D printer

, May 8th 2012 Discuss [2]

There has been a lot of movement in the world of consumer 3D printers this year - attractive price points like $2,000, and even going as low as $500 for a very limited model - are making 3D printing accessible to the consumer market for the first time. But there are also a lot of developments going on in the market of professional-grade 3D printers, and those are coming down in price point as well, relative to the rest of thast segment of the industry. Read The Full Story

Solidoodle 3D printer is just $500

, Apr 27th 2012 Discuss [7]

It’s hard not to be amazed by the advancements that have come to the niche 3D printing market in the last year or so. But until now, even if you were fascinated by the subject, chances are you don't have enough money to buy one. It was incredible when MakerBot created a $2,000 3D printer, a drastically cheaper option than other printers out there, but that's still a good chunk of change. Read The Full Story

Stratasys and Objet solidify a new 3D printing merger

, Apr 17th 2012 Discuss [0]

The 3-D printing market is growing all the time. 3-D printing is becoming more and more common as a way for companies prototype parts before moving into mass production. 3-D printing generally involves the use of some sort of resin material and lasers. As the laser shines on the resin material it hardens allowing a solid object to be built layer by layer. Read The Full Story

Future Kinect could detect tone of voice: scanning sees new development

, Apr 10th 2012 Discuss [1]

In a new interview with MCV, head of Kinect development Kudo Tsunoda has said that a future version of the motion-tracking unit may be able to detect the tone of your voice, as well as body language. Tsunoda says the Kinect team is “really interested right now is creating experiences that help you develop real world skills.” Read The Full Story

MIT project envisions custom 3D-printed robots

, Apr 4th 2012 Discuss [0]

A new project led by MIT researchers envisions a future where you can three-dimensionally print your own custom robot at a "Robot Kinkos." These robots could help with household tasks or be great for keeping pets or children busy. And you don't need to be a robotics expert to make your own. A program with templates and task categories would help you design a robot to suit your needs. Read The Full Story

One.61 3D printed guitar pushes the envelope further

, Apr 2nd 2012 Discuss [1]

How would you like a new guitar? If you have an industrial-grade 3D printer at home, Derek Manson may be the guy you're looking for. Even if you don't, though, Manson's creation is showing another step in what is becoming an increasingly interesting and exciting industry of legitimate, functional products that can be made through the power of 3D printing. In fact, Manson even made a direct link between his creation and Metallica. Read The Full Story

3-D printed UAV wing gets printed electronics too

, Mar 26th 2012 Discuss [0]

3-D printing is very cool and typically uses lasers to harden some sort of resin material one layer at a time until a finished three-dimensional product is produced. When you combine a 3-D printed device with printed electronics it's even more interesting. Two companies called Stratasys and Optomec Inc have announced a very interesting device called Smart Wing created for UAV model. Read The Full Story

3D printer promises super-fast nanoscale implantables

, Mar 12th 2012 Discuss [0]

3D printing has been tipped as the next frontier of piracy, but it could also be the next frontier of high-speed nanoscale construction if research at the Vienna University of Technology pans out. A team there has produced a 285 micrometer long 3D printed F1 car model using a system called "two-photo lithography", hardening liquid resin using a precisely focused laser. The scale, although impressive, isn't the real advance however, it's the speed at which the model was created: just four minutes, orders of magnitude faster than previous printers. Read The Full Story

Smithsonian to use 3D printers to replicate artifacts

, Feb 27th 2012 Discuss [0]

Have you wanted to see pieces of American history in person, but never been able to take the time to visit Washington, DC? That may soon not be as big of an issue, as the Smithsonian has begun duplicating some of the items in its possession with the aid of 3D printers. This is the real deal, as the museum has already managed to recreate a sculpture of Thomas Jefferson from the National Museum of African American History. Read The Full Story

MakerBot 3D printer-created glasses are hot at Fashion Week

, Feb 15th 2012 Discuss [1]

Hey, SlashGear readers. We know that one of the subjects you all like more than anything else is Fashion Week in New York City, right? Okay, maybe we're a bit off with that statement, but there's actually something at the big fashion event this year that is actually interesting for a change. Specifically, one of the hottest accessories are glasses that are hot of the press of a 3D printer. Read The Full Story

SlashGear Evening Wrap-Up: February 14, 2012

, Feb 14th 2012 Discuss [0]

Happy Valentine's Day everyone! Although, based on the fact that it's the evening and you're reading this, perhaps it isn't such a joyous occasion for you. Luckily, we have a tip for you - start playing Words With Friends. Yeah, apparently 1 in 10 Words With Friends players end up hooking up with someone they've played against on the popular social game. So get out there and start practicing your mad word skills. Read The Full Story
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