(EOS, 8/29/17) Krailling, Germany, August 29, 2017 – Altair, APWORKS, csi entwicklungstechnik, EOS GmbH, GERG, and Heraeus have used the front-end structure of a classic VW Caddy to demonstrate the full potential of industrial 3D printing within the automotive industry. The structure is very light, stable, and, at the same time, features a high…
Made In Space successfully manufactures 3D printed structures in space-like environment
(TCT Magazine, 08/11/17) Made In Space (MIS) has announced the successful manufacture of extended 3D printed objects in a space-like environment as part of its Tipping Point alliance with NASA. Thought to be the first ever 3D printed functional parts produced in such an atmosphere, MIS believes this is a significant milestone as…
5 Bizarre Uses for 3D Printing
(Robotics Trends, 08/09/17) Have you discovered some interesting new uses for 3D printing? The list of 3D printed items is growing rapidly. It now encompasses items as diverse as industrial parts, consumer goods, foods, medical devices and even housing units. Indeed, some 3D printing applications are more interesting than others.…
Additive Manufacturing Parts Maker First in Line for HP Printing Technology
(Design World, 08/10/17) This week, HP named Proto Labs as its first additive manufacturing partner in the launch of its Multi Jet Fusion technology. The collaboration with the rapid manufacturer in Maple Plain, Minn., is part of HP’s efforts to establish a global network of 3D printing service providers. The…
Scientists Blend Organs, Add Strong Soap, and Create New Bioactive Material
(Digital Trends, 08/09/17) Bioactive “tissue papers” have been invented by scientists and engineers at Northwestern University. The new bioactive materials, which are made by blending up organs, may be used in regenerative medicine to more effectively heal wounds or boost hormone production in young cancer patients. Developed by members of Ramille Shah’s Tissue Engineering…
Cosmonauts release 3D-printed satellite
(Mercury News, 08/17/17) Spacewalking cosmonauts set free the world’s first satellite made almost entirely with a 3-D printer on Thursday. In total, Russians Fyodor Yurchikhin and Sergey Ryazanskiy ended up releasing five nanosatellites by hand. One by one, the tiny craft — no more than 1 to 2 feet in…
Boston Celebrates Fuel Cell Bus, Hydrogen Fueling Station
(NGT News, 08/10/17) Nuvera, which develops fuel cell systems and hydrogen generation and dispensing products, joined Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) and state officials at a press event to celebrate a zero-emissions fuel cell bus and hydrogen fueling station that are both now in service in Boston. According to Nuvera, the bus and…
Seven-Eleven Japan and Toyota introducing fuel cell trucks and fuel cell power generators for studies on CO2 reduction
(Green Car Congress, 08/09/17) Seven-Eleven Japan Co., Ltd. and Toyota Motor Corporation have concluded a basic agreement for studies on energy conservation and CO2 emissions reduction in convenience store distribution and operation. The two companies aim to contribute to the realization of a low-carbon and hydrogen-based society in the future, by way of…
With Thousands Of Manufacturing Jobs Approaching, Connecticut Trains Hundreds
Manufacturing jobs are becoming available in Connecticut, but schools and businesses are straining as they find and train just hundreds of new workers ready to be hired. Read about what CCAT is doing to engage our future workforce and play a leadership role in Education & Workforce Development.
Congressman Larson encourages CCAT Young Manufacturers Academy students to become pioneers
EAST HARTFORD, Conn. — Aug. 15, 2017 — Pointing to a future of manufacturing opportunities in the state of Connecticut, U.S. Rep. John Larson (CT-1) urged East Hartford and South Windsor students attending a program at Connecticut Center for Advanced Technology (CCAT) to attain skills and jobs that will make…