A Guide to Contract Additive Manufacturing for Bridge Production
For many years, the central narrative surrounding manufacturing has been simple: choose additive manufacturing for prototyping and traditional methods, like injection molding, for mass production. However, what happens when a product pushes past the prototype phase, yet isn't quite ready for full-scale manufacturing?That in-between stage is where many companies find...
Custom 3D Printed Drones for Last-Mile Delivery
The landscape of logistics is undergoing a rapid transformation, heavily influenced by evolving consumer expectations for fast, reliable, and affordable delivery services. This shift is evident in the remarkable growth of drone deliveries: according to calculations from PwC Drone Powered Solutions, an estimated 14,000 daily deliveries translated to 5...
The Break-Even Point: MJF 3D Printing vs. Injection Molding
Multi Jet Fusion (MJF) 3D printing and injection molding are two trusted manufacturing technologies, each bringing unique strengths to the table. Choosing the right process isn’t always straightforward, especially when factors like part size, production volumes, finishing requirements, and part complexity come into play. The reality is that without a...
Flame-Retardant 3D Printed Car Parts
Electronics are rapidly becoming the backbone of modern vehicles, expected to account for nearly 50% of a car’s total cost by the end of the decade. In fact, by 2030, the global automotive software and electronics market is projected to reach $462 billion. As automotive platforms become more software-defined...
3D Printing a Myoelectric Bionic Prosthetic Hand
When Ryan Saavedra fell during a rock climbing trip in 2017, he had no idea that the injury to his ring finger would one day inspire a new era of accessible bionic technology.Then a student at the University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) studying to become an electrician, Saavedra...
5 Industries Impacted by Nylon PA 12 Flame Retardant
Additive manufacturing is rapidly transforming from a prototyping tool into a full-fledged production solution. With this shift comes the demand for materials that can handle real-world challenges: heat, flame, stress, tight tolerances, and more. In response, specialized polymers are being developed and certified at a remarkable pace to meet these...