Vocativ: Chemically grown Drones: Meet the Chemputer

Published on Jul 6, 2016 by Vocativ

Avat of chemicals is literally growing a UAV drone. Scientists at Glasgow University and BAE Systems conceptualized a “Chemputer” cable of growing small, complex aircrafts. In the model system, users can choose which desired features are programmed into the drone. Aircrafts such as these UAVs could be created in a matter of weeks, quickly creating a fleet of drones. Scientists believe these chemically-produced drones could support military operations.

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Creative Itch?

Have that itch to create but can't think of something?  Get inspiration from already existing projects while learning from others trial and errors!

Laser Cutter Ideas:
http://52lasers.com/

3D Printing:
http://www.thingiverse.com/

ANY Ideas or DIY:
https://www.pinterest.com/

Father's Day is coming up quick!  Use father's day to get back into the creative flow!

UPB Student Veronica Betancur - 3D Printing & Fashion

Verónica Betancur Fernández, is a last year student atUniversidad Pontificia Bolivariana in Medellín, Colombia an AuthorizedRhinoFabStudio. 
Her project, 3D Printing and Fashion Design is part of her last Semester course in Fashion Design. As its name states, it combines Fashion and 3D Printing. 

The project starts with the desire to apply the 3D technology to fashion. She began experimenting with ABS, PLA and TPU, which finally chose to work with TPU for its flexible features. She get her materials from Recreus company. The development of the surface is designed in Rhino3D and is modeled in a digitized body. For more information please watch this video. 

http://blog.rhino3d.com/2016/06/upb-student-veronica-betancur-3d.html

Tech Tips: 3D Printing a Prosthetic Hand

There are so many 3D printers out there today but how do you know what machine and material is best for your project?

Envisiontech creates DLP/SLA 3D rapid prototyping machines that concentrate on resolution, tolerance, durability and material behavior.

Witness as biofabrication expert demonstrates how you can combine EnvisionTEC's ULTRA 3SP® & 3D-Bioplotter® machines to create a fully functional prosthetic hand.

More information on Biofabrication:

http://envisiontec.com/3d-printer-technologies/

How well do you know your 3D printing materials?

Understanding materials on the most commercial, affordable printers that you can afford for you home; Makerbot.

Published February 10, 2016 by Proto3000

PLA vs ABS - What's the Difference for 3D Printing?

To purchase 3D Printing materials for Stratasys and MakerBot 3D Printers visit: http://goo.gl/CpmzLY 

If you have a 3D printer you know that there seems to be a divide with manufacturers recommending PLA and/or ABS for their systems. Some say they can print in both, and others recommend one over the other for optimal performance. In this video you will gain some insight into the key differences between ABS and PLA thermoplastics for 3D Printing.

MediPrint Creates Breathable and Lightweight Casts Using 3D Printing

June 5, 2016

The Mexican startup MediPrint, founded by a group of UNAM University graduates, is working on a 3D printed and customisable alternative to regular casts.
The patented NovaCast weights up to 10 times less than a conventional cast made of plaster, is visually more appealing, removable and it can get wet, which means you can take a shower or bathe with it.

“The material with which conventional splints are made is plaster, which is highly hygroscopic. This means that it absorbs sweat and causes the bacteria to proliferate because there is not good ventilation,” MediPrint founding partner Zaid Musa Badwan Peralta explains.

The full story can be found here