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3D Printing News Briefs, June 3, 2023: Beta Software, 3D Printing Walls, & More
We’ll kick things off in today’s 3D Printing News Briefs with software, as General Lattice released a beta version of its Frontier software, and a research team out of Ondokuz…
KASK Officially Introduces New Elemento Helmet with 3D Printed Technology
Since the emergence of additive manufacturing (AM), the cycling community has been one of its earliest adopters for end parts. We have seen everything from 3D printed helmets to 3D…
Killer 3D Printing Applications: Variable Density Cushioning
One of the biggest opportunities for 3D printing applications out there is variable density cushioning. This is a widely misunderstood area that could unlock multi-billion revenues for additive manufacturing (AM)….
Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP Signs Three-Year 3D Printing Deal with Roboze
Roboze, an additive manufacturing (AM) leader in super polymers and composite materials, has entered a three-year technical collaboration with the Monster Energy Yamaha MotoGP team, beginning in 2023 and running…
World’s First 3D Printed Boxing Glove Released by Hayabusa
3D printing is becoming a mainstay in the sporting world, and the latest sport to join the revolution is boxing. Canadian company, Hayabusa, a global leader in combat equipment, recently…
3D Printing News Briefs, April 6, 2023: Metal Powder, 3D Printed Bike, & More
We’re starting with business first in today’s 3D Printing News Briefs, as Dyndrite has joined ASTM and Endeavor 3D is one of HP’s Digital Manufacturing Partners. In materials news, Sandvik…
Jabil & KAV Sports Collaborate on Custom Material for 3D Printed Bike Helmets
In the summer of 2021, KAV Sports launched its mass-customized, 3D printed bike helmet in a successful Kickstarter campaign. Its KAV Portola helmet was recognized as one of 2022’s best…
Louisville Slugger Knocks it out of the Park Designing Bats with Formlabs 3D Printers
In 2022, historical bat brand Louisville Slugger revealed a new strategy to optimize its product, combining digital simulation for the design process and 3D motion capture technology for comprehensive baseball…
Snarr3D Introduces the First 3D Printed Golf Club Shaft
What started out as a class project could soon help golfers save a few strokes per round. Brothers and business partners, Patrick and Scott Snarr, have created Snarr3D, a golf…
3D Printing News Briefs, March 18, 2022: Amphibian Aerospace, Olympics, & More
Multistation signed a distribution agreement with BigRep, and JPB Système reports a major milestone, while Nupress will deliver amphibian aerospace applications with SPEE3D technology. HP introduced its new Single Cell…
GE Additive and Callaway’s 3D Printed Putter Heralds Sea Change in Sporting Goods
As golf giants Cobra and PING explore new ways to incorporate additive manufacturing (AM) into their production lines, it’s worth acknowledging that Callaway has been exploring the technology since at…
Bauer and EOS Bring 3D Printed Digital Foam Inserts to Hockey
American football isn’t the only sport benefiting from 3D printed helmets; ice hockey has joined the party, too. Bauer and EOS, leaders in ice hockey and additive manufacturing respectively, recently…
KJ Martin Slams Airless 3D Printed Basketball in NBA Dunk Contest
In the NBA Slam Dunk Contest during All-Star Weekend 2023, Atlanta Hawks’ small forward KJ Martin debuted an airless basketball prototype that was 3D printed by Wilson Sporting Goods. Mac…
Reebok and Dior Debut 3D Printed Shoes at Paris Fashion Week
Adidas, Carbon, and Oechsler have really been in the lead in 3D printing shoes. But, New Balance, Nike and others have tried, as well. It looks like the sneaker heads will have…
Riddell’s 3D Printed Helmet Liners Are the MVPs of the NFL Playoffs
When Josh Allen took the field for the NFL’s Wildcard round vs the Miami Dolphins, most people saw a typical helmet. However, if you looked closer, you will notice a…
3D Printing News Briefs, December 21, 2022: License Agreement, Bike Stem, & More
In today’s 3D Printing News Briefs, we’re starting out with a little business, as Velo3D has hired an Executive Vice President of Operations. Horizon Microtechnologies launched its 3D microfabrication technology…
ABCorp to Mass 3D Print Protective Headgear for BATS-TOI
One of the oldest companies in the U.S., American Banknote Corporation (ABCorp), continues to stay apace with the 21st century with its 3D printing services. ABCorp has announced a partnership…
Review: Cobra 3D Printed Putter Improves 3DPrint.com CEO’s Golf Game
In our latest product review, Alan Meckler, CEO of 3DPrint.com’s parent company, 3DR Holdings, had the opportunity to test out one of Cobra Golf’s 3D printed putters, made using HP’s…
Formify’s Formfitting 3D Printed Mouse Could Help ESport’s Biggest Athletes
Canadian startup Formify is attempting to bring 3D printing to Esport’s biggest stage. The company is now 3D printing custom mice and has already sent its product to well-known YouTubers…
From F1 to Supercars. The Same Innovations, the Same Excellence
Used in the supply of engineering solutions for F1 – Windform materials are now widely employed for the additive manufacturing of functional components at the service of the most iconic…
McLaren Racing Is 3D Printing Up to 9,000 Parts a Year with Stratasys Neo800 Printers
Stratasys announced that the UK-based Formula One team McLaren Racing is 3D printing up to 9,000 parts a year with Stratasys’ Neo800 stereolithography (SLA) printers. McLaren currently has five Neo800…
adidas’ 4DFWD Review: 3D Printed Midsoles Really Bounce You Forward
A couple of weeks ago, I posted about the adidas latest sneaker line to feature 3D printed midsoles, the 4DFWD. Well, my post must have made quite an impression on…
ASICS Enters 3D Printed Footwear Market with $80 ACTIBREEZE 3D Sandals
Japanese multinational corporation ASICS specializes in producing sportswear, and its new ACTIBREEZE 3D slides, with a 3D printed honeycomb build, will soon be released to the market. The breathable, thick-soled…
Brumos Racing Finishes 1st in Time Attack Thanks to Airtech 3D Printing
Brumos Racing recently announced Airtech Advanced Materials Group as a technical partner for the team ahead of the 100th running of the Pike Peak Invitational Hill Climb in Colorado Springs,…