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July 2024
Exploring the Strengths of Kimya PA Carbon
Exploring the Strengths of Kimya PA Carbon: The Ultimate Nylon-Based Filament for High-Performance 3D Printing
In the dynamic world of 3D printing, finding the right material that balances strength, stability, and ease of use can be a game-changer. Enter the Kimya PA Carbon, a nylon-based filament reinforced with carbon fibers, designed to meet the rigorous demands of high-performance applications. This engineering thermoplastic stands out due to its exceptional mechanical […]
Choosing the Right Type of 3D Scanning Device
When evaluating choices for the appropriate 3D scanning device(s) there are a number of considerations that can lead you to select the best scanning system for your needs. And unfortunately, there may be a necessity to compromise and decide which option is the best choice albeit not perfect in all aspects of the job.
- Accuracy requirements
- Size of the workpiece
- Access to features, such as those obscured […]
What’s new in Geomagic Control X 2024.2
The latest edition of the Geomagic Control X 3D scan-based inspection software is here! This latest release, Geomagic Control X 2024.2.0, offers much to be excited about. Below you’ll find some of the highlights, but remember to check the release note for a full list of updates.
Important notice about plug-ins
The following plug-ins have been removed from the list of built-in plug-ins:
- Geomagic Capture
- AICON
- Konica Minolta VIVID
- Konica Minolta RANGE5/RANGE7
You can find the instructions on […]
3D Scanning vs Probing
Why is 3D scanning often preferred for reverse engineering, and how does it compare to contact probing methods?
There are pros for non-contact scanning and there are pros for tactile probing methods, but for many parts scanning works better or is essential. Following is a look at the benefits of 3D scan to CAD, and what might be better suited to probing. A hybrid of both techniques may be the best approach at times.
Pros for scanning:
Mastercam 2025 Quick Reference Card
Mastercam 2025 was recently released and we hope you are enjoying some of the enhancements. There are many new features in the software to make you more efficient. Click the button below to download an additional tool to boost your productivity – the Mastercam 2025 Quick Reference Card. This handy desktop reference can save you lots of time by referencing keyboard shortcuts to get to all the most […]
Digital Manufacturing Tools Are Enabling Growth in Patient-specific Design
There are significant advantages to using patient-specific medical devices, from improving patient outcomes1 to lowering healthcare costs2. But for a long time, expensive and complicated production processes presented a major obstacle to the wider adoption of this approach.
That’s changed with the advancement of digital manufacturing. Novel technologies, such as 3D printing, 3D scanning and software for organic 3D design – to name a few – have taken the efficiency and speed of patient-specific design to […]