The spin-out company from the Technical University of Munich developed the R1 3D printer specifically for medical applications.

The Japanese automaker is ahead of the curve with dynamic implementation of 3D-printed tools, jigs, and fixtures.

The University of Nottingham has developed a process to 3D-print custom medical devices to boost performance and bacterial resistance.

The biomaterial from Evonik is suited for medical applications involving up to 30 days body contact.

The joint study conducted by Sabic and Local Motors found that material from post-production parts and scrap may be reused in large-format additive manufacturing or other processes, such as injection molding or extrusion, at amounts up to 100%.

The J5 MediJet 3D printer from Stratasys features a patented rotating build platform with a fixed print head to maximize reliability and simplify maintenance. 

Keith Hechtel, Senior Director of Business Development at Curbell Plastics, shares insights on today’s top trends in plastics technology and the impact they are having on the mobility, medical device, and other sectors.

Designed for use with the company’s selective laser sintering system, Nylon 11 Powder is suited for printing parts that need to bend or take impact such as hinges, clips, and orthotics.

3D printed material paves the way for novel biomimetic medication applications and high-sensitivity touchpads, and other electronic devices.