The removal of remixes of the iconic 3DBenchy model from the Printables platform has sparked controversy within the 3D printing community. Here’s a look at the reasons and implications of this case, which blends intellectual property and collaborative creativity. 3DBenchy Remixes Removed from Prusa’s Platform Since 2015, the 3DBenchy model, a staple in the 3D […]
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Scottish researchers have developed the first fully 3D-printed microscope, paving the way for the democratization of such equipment. Researchers from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow, Scotland, created the first fully 3D-printed microscope in under three hours, costing less than £50, or just under €60. Based on an open-source design, this microscope incorporates 3D-printed lenses,
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In Italy, a prototype of the bridge envisioned by Leonardo da Vinci has been recreated using 3D printing and recycled materials from stone processing. This innovative project is the result of a collaboration between the ArCoD department of the Polytechnic University of Bari, B&Y, and 3D printer manufacturer WASP. A modern reinterpretation of a historic
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In Ireland, Harcourt Technologies Ltd (HTL.tech) has completed Europe’s first 3D-printed social housing project compliant with ISO/ASTM 52939:2023 standards. With a 35% reduction in construction time, this project represents a major milestone in sustainable building practices. A technical and regulatory innovation for building construction in Europe HTL.tech completed the construction of social housing in Grange
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