#additional printer

[hellsitegenetics]

Hello hellsitegenetics! I gotta tell you, you are my favourite blog in this digital jungle and your work really brings a smile to my face (: it's very cool, keep it up! Every time I see the phrase "string identified" i imagine a robot voice saying that (as a lead up to an output) which makes it very funny when it appears in a reblog - just wanted to tell you that. Anyways, I actually have a real question for you: What's your favourite "string identified" so far?

Greetings from a biology nerd!

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Closest match: Neoneuromus ignobilis isolate Gutianshan chromosome 5 Common name: Dobsonfly

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[isfjmel-phleg]

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[skaruresonic]

Wacky Workbench Good Future (JP)'s theme is the concept of adorableness distilled in audio form. I listen to it and I'm just like

p e r f e c t t e c h n o (dial-tone and xylophone noises)

[sojourner-between-worlds]

Been really tired for some reason but still meant to edit isot tonight since I'd have my laptop on anyway

And then I spent an hour physically fighting my printer, which decided that this month's Stupid Issue is that There Is No Paper In The Paper Tray. Even though there is.

How is it in the year of our Lord 2024 that we can make smart phones with nine zillion functions and yet still cannot make a printer that can successfully do the ONE THING it is supposed to do

[brittlebutch]

my fatal flaw is that i love notebooks and i love taking notes and i love reorganizing files and love to rewrite things and so i am constantly fielding the impulse to do nothing but rewrite the same notes in new configurations in different notebooks all day long

[burinazar]

it’s so messed up that I moved into this apartment two years ago and still barely have managed to put anything onto the walls. I think there’s a total of three pieces of hung art. At this point I may be moving soon and I still don’t feel able to do it in terms of like hanging supplies and frames and it feels like if I started now it would just be a waste of time. Every time i register how bare my walls are it feels quite bad

[3dprinterchat]

Introducing Peopoly's Revolutionary Magneto X 3D Printer

[architecturalthesis]

3D Printed Freeform Formwork

The performance of 3D printed formwork and its geometric complexity varies, depending on the type of plastic used for 3D printing the formwork and the printing technology. The three columns showcase the degree of geometric freedom achievable in concrete formwork when printing with different materials—namely PLA, PVA, and PETG—and using different 3D printing techniques—robotic fused granulate fabrication (FGF) and fused filament fabrication (FFF) cartesian machines.

PLA (Polylactic Acid) is a common plastic material in the 3D printing industry, being both biodegradable and produced from renewable, organic starches. PVA (Polyvinyl Acetate) is a water-soluble synthetic polymer often used for support material on complex 3D prints due to its ease of removal when in direct contact with water. This research uses PVA to directly 3D print the formwork parts. Due to its high sensitivity to moisture, PVA requires airtight storage. Because of the material’s sensitivity, PVA can clog the nozzle of a 3d printer. PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol) is a thermoplastic copolyester with high chemical resistance, durability, and ductility. It is also fully recyclable.

Acknowledgement for 3D Printing Concrete Formwork Project Project Instructor: Assistant Professor Dr. Mania Aghaei Meibodi

Contributing Students:  Ryan Craney, Han-Yuan Chang, Monik Gada, Feras Nour,  Christopher Voltl, Jessica Lin, Chia-Ching Yen, Carl Uwe Eppinger, Aaron Weaver

[practicalsolutions]

Is it reasonable to happy cry over this?

[additivesindustry]

Metal 3D Printing in Bangalore: Revolutionizing Manufacturing with Additive Manufacturing

Bangalore, often hailed as the "Silicon Valley of India," is rapidly emerging as a major hub for cutting-edge technology, and additive manufacturing is no exception. The rise of metal 3D printing in Bangalore and related additive manufacturing in Bangalore has enabled businesses to create complex, high-quality components with precision, speed, and efficiency. This surge has resulted in a significant presence of additive manufacturing companies in Bangalore, providing services like 3D scanning services in Bangalore and 3D design and printing solutions for various industries.

The Growing Demand for Metal 3D Printing in Bangalore

Metal 3D printing in Bangalore is an advanced manufacturing technology that has become essential for sectors like aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods. Known for its ability to produce lightweight and highly detailed parts, metal 3D printing is a top choice for prototypes and end-use components. The advantages are numerous, including reduced material wastage, faster turnaround times, and the ability to create intricate shapes that would be impossible with traditional manufacturing.

Bangalore’s strategic position as an industrial and technological powerhouse makes it the ideal setting for the adoption of additive manufacturing technologies. Numerous additive manufacturing companies in Bangalore have emerged, offering end-to-end 3D printing solutions that include prototyping, low-volume production, and custom manufacturing services for businesses across multiple sectors. The city's forward-looking approach, combined with the support from government initiatives, has fueled growth in this space, making it a center of excellence for metal 3D printing and additive manufacturing.

Why Choose Additive Manufacturing in Bangalore?

The advantages of additive manufacturing in Bangalore are clear. It provides companies with flexibility in design, allowing for rapid prototyping and production. Unlike conventional manufacturing, which requires extensive tooling and often incurs high costs for complex shapes, additive manufacturing enables the direct creation of parts from digital models, reducing lead times and optimizing resource use.

In Bangalore, the market for additive manufacturing services has expanded to support not just large enterprises but also small and medium-sized businesses. These services are accessible, affordable, and allow local companies to innovate and compete on a global scale. With a rich ecosystem of tech experts, design professionals, and engineers, Bangalore has become an ideal location for businesses seeking to leverage the potential of 3D printing technology for faster, cost-effective production.

Leading Additive Manufacturing Companies in Bangalore

With the growing need for additive manufacturing services, many additive manufacturing companies in Bangalore have established themselves as industry leaders, providing high-quality, dependable services. Companies like Wipro 3D, Objectify Technologies, and Imaginarium offer specialized solutions in metal 3D printing, which can cater to both large and small-scale projects. These companies provide support throughout the entire manufacturing process, from initial design to final production, and leverage the latest technology to ensure that every product meets stringent quality standards.

These additive manufacturing companies in Bangalore bring vast expertise and experience in sectors like aerospace, automotive, medical, and electronics, making them valuable partners for any business looking to explore the advantages of 3D printing. The competitive landscape within Bangalore fosters continuous innovation, which benefits not only local but also international clients.

3D Scanning Services in Bangalore

One of the critical services complementing additive manufacturing is 3D scanning. With 3D scanning services in Bangalore, companies can digitize objects of various shapes and sizes with great precision. These scans can then be used to create digital models for manufacturing or further modifications. For example, reverse engineering is made possible through 3D scanning, which allows companies to recreate and improve upon existing designs.

In sectors such as aerospace and healthcare, 3D scanning services are invaluable. In healthcare, they enable the creation of custom prosthetics, implants, and anatomical models, providing surgeons with a highly accurate visual reference. In aerospace, 3D scanning is used to ensure part integrity and quality control by capturing data with extreme precision.

Several providers in Bangalore offer specialized 3D scanning and design services, giving businesses access to top-notch technology that can streamline the manufacturing process and improve product quality. These services are essential for achieving high-accuracy results, particularly in industries where even the smallest design flaw could have significant consequences.

3D Scanning and Design in Bangalore: Bridging the Gap Between Concept and Creation

The process of 3D scanning and design in Bangalore has become integral to the manufacturing and product development sectors. The ability to translate an object into a digital model enables designers to refine and optimize products before production. This digital model can be used for creating prototypes, testing designs, and final manufacturing, making it invaluable in the rapid prototyping process.

Bangalore’s robust design and engineering talent pool make it an ideal place for companies seeking innovative design solutions. With access to both experienced professionals and advanced 3D scanning technology, businesses can ensure that their products are both aesthetically pleasing and functionally sound. This end-to-end service, from 3D scanning to 3D printing, makes Bangalore a one-stop destination for those exploring cutting-edge manufacturing techniques.

3D Printing Service in Bangalore: Revolutionizing Production

The demand for 3D printing services in Bangalore has grown as more industries embrace the advantages of additive manufacturing. Local providers offer a wide range of services that cater to diverse requirements, from single prototypes to short-run production. These services often include design consultation, material selection, and finishing options, allowing clients to receive a complete solution tailored to their specific needs.

Several local companies now offer advanced 3D printing services with a variety of materials, including plastics, polymers, and metals. This diversity in materials means that 3D printing can be used for numerous applications—from lightweight plastic prototypes to fully functional metal parts. Additionally, many service providers in Bangalore have invested in state-of-the-art equipment, such as the Trumpf TruPrint series, to enhance print accuracy, reduce production time, and improve the overall quality of the end products.

The Future of Metal 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing in Bangalore

As metal 3D printing in Bangalore continues to evolve, the city's role as a major player in the additive manufacturing industry will only strengthen. With significant advances in technology and a growing number of additive manufacturing companies, Bangalore is set to drive innovation in manufacturing, helping businesses achieve sustainable growth and create products that are both high-quality and cost-effective.

In conclusion, metal 3D printing and additive manufacturing in Bangalore are reshaping the industrial landscape, making Bangalore a thriving hub for technological innovation. The availability of services like 3D scanning, 3D design, and 3D printing not only supports local industries but also positions the city as a leader in the global additive manufacturing market. For businesses seeking a competitive edge, Bangalore offers a wealth of expertise and cutting-edge technology, making it the ultimate destination for additive manufacturing solutions.

[jcmarchi]

New 3D printing technique creates unique objects quickly and with less waste

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New 3D printing technique creates unique objects quickly and with less waste

Multimaterial 3D printing enables makers to fabricate customized devices with multiple colors and varied textures. But the process can be time-consuming and wasteful because existing 3D printers must switch between multiple nozzles, often discarding one material before they can start depositing another.

Researchers from MIT and Delft University of Technology have now introduced a more efficient, less wasteful, and higher-precision technique that leverages heat-responsive materials to print objects that have multiple colors, shades, and textures in one step.

Their method, called speed-modulated ironing, utilizes a dual-nozzle 3D printer. The first nozzle deposits a heat-responsive filament and the second nozzle passes over the printed material to activate certain responses, such as changes in opacity or coarseness, using heat.  

In speed-modulated ironing, the first nozzle of a dual-nozzle 3D printer deposits a heat-responsive filament and then the second nozzle passes over the printed material to activate certain responses, such as changes in opacity or coarseness, using heat.

Credit: Courtesy of the researchers

By controlling the speed of the second nozzle, the researchers can heat the material to specific temperatures, finely tuning the color, shade, and roughness of the heat-responsive filaments. Importantly, this method does not require any hardware modifications.

The researchers developed a model that predicts the amount of heat the “ironing” nozzle will transfer to the material based on its speed. They used this model as the foundation for a user interface that automatically generates printing instructions which achieve color, shade, and texture specifications.

One could use speed-modulated ironing to create artistic effects by varying the color on a printed object. The technique could also produce textured handles that would be easier to grasp for individuals with weakness in their hands.

“Today, we have desktop printers that use a smart combination of a few inks to generate a range of shades and textures. We want to be able to do the same thing with a 3D printer — use a limited set of materials to create a much more diverse set of characteristics for 3D-printed objects,” says Mustafa Doğa Doğan PhD ’24, co-author of a paper on speed-modulated ironing.

This project is a collaboration between the research groups of Zjenja Doubrovski, assistant professor at TU Delft, and Stefanie Mueller, the TIBCO Career Development Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science (EECS) at MIT and a member of the MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL). Doğan worked closely with lead author Mehmet Ozdemir of TU Delft; Marwa AlAlawi, a mechanical engineering graduate student at MIT; and Jose Martinez Castro of TU Delft. The research will be presented at the ACM Symposium on User Interface Software and Technology.

Modulating speed to control temperature

The researchers launched the project to explore better ways to achieve multiproperty 3D printing with a single material. The use of heat-responsive filaments was promising, but most existing methods use a single nozzle to do printing and heating. The printer always needs to first heat the nozzle to the desired target temperature before depositing the material.

However, heating and cooling the nozzle takes a long time, and there is a danger that the filament in the nozzle might degrade as it reaches higher temperatures.

To prevent these problems, the team developed an ironing technique where material is printed using one nozzle, then activated by a second, empty nozzle which only reheats it. Instead of adjusting the temperature to trigger the material response, the researchers keep the temperature of the second nozzle constant and vary the speed at which it moves over the printed material, slightly touching the top of the layer.

“As we modulate the speed, that allows the printed layer we are ironing to reach different temperatures. It is similar to what happens if you move your finger over a flame. If you move it quickly, you might not be burned, but if you drag it across the flame slowly, your finger will reach a higher temperature,” AlAlawi says.

The MIT team collaborated with the TU Delft researchers to develop the theoretical model that predicts how fast the second nozzle must move to heat the material to a specific temperature.

The model correlates a material’s output temperature with its heat-responsive properties to determine the exact nozzle speed which will achieve certain colors, shades, or textures in the printed object.

“There are a lot of inputs that can affect the results we get. We are modeling something that is very complicated, but we also want to make sure the results are fine-grained,” AlAlawi says.

The team dug into scientific literature to determine proper heat transfer coefficients for a set of unique materials, which they built into their model. They also had to contend with an array of unpredictable variables, such as heat that may be dissipated by fans and the air temperature in the room where the object is being printed.

They incorporated the model into a user-friendly interface that simplifies the scientific process, automatically translating the pixels in a maker’s 3D model into a set of machine instructions that control the speed at which the object is printed and ironed by the dual nozzles.

Faster, finer fabrication

They tested their approach with three heat-responsive filaments. The first, a foaming polymer with particles that expand as they are heated, yields different shades, translucencies, and textures. They also experimented with a filament filled with wood fibers and one with cork fibers, both of which can be charred to produce increasingly darker shades.

The researchers demonstrated how their method could produce objects like water bottles that are partially translucent. To make the water bottles, they ironed the foaming polymer at low speeds to create opaque regions and higher speeds to create translucent ones. They also utilized the foaming polymer to fabricate a bike handle with varied roughness to improve a rider’s grip.

Trying to produce similar objects using traditional multimaterial 3D printing took far more time, sometimes adding hours to the printing process, and consumed more energy and material. In addition, speed-modulated ironing could produce fine-grained shade and texture gradients that other methods could not achieve.

In the future, the researchers want to experiment with other thermally responsive materials, such as plastics. They also hope to explore the use of speed-modulated ironing to modify the mechanical and acoustic properties of certain materials.

[pseuddamntired]

I like the notion of having printer demons. Or just general technology demons. Because there are like. Folklores where little spirits that live in and around the home can make things easier or harder for the human resident. As fickle as printers can be, I think they may have some little spirits.

I think you’re not giving tribute to your printer spirit often enough. Try leaving some ink out for them to sip.

i feel like it says something about us as a species that somebody worked real hard to invent 3D printing when i think anyone who has ever used a printer would agree with me that we have not really gotten our arms around 2D printing yet. we’re getting ahead of ourselves.

[thanakite]

I wish I had the money to get into 3D printing :/

[3dprinterchat]

Say Goodbye to 3D Printing Layer Lines with this Surprising Trick

Layer lines are like the telltale signs of a 3D print. They scream “I was 3D printed!” to anyone who sees them. Fortunately, there’s a secret weapon in the battle against these unsightly lines, and it’s a lot simpler than you might think. In this article, we’ll show you how to transform your 3D prints from rough and rugged to sleek and polished with just a dash of baby powder and a hint of…

[altem-technologies]

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[vox-off]

our apartment is quite expensive for its size and general quality and a good ⅓ of the price tag is because we have a Nest thermostat installed - not by choice, it came with the apartment. supposed to be a smart thermostat that saves us money on our electric bill

it's the stupidest thing in this got dam apartment and i'm including the cat who forgets about the window three seconds after she runs into it face first

it will only turn the heat on if it thinks there's people in the apartment, right? makes sense. apparently how it judges this is motion sensor

the SINGULAR motion detector is in the fucking DINING ROOM. every morning for the past two weeks we have woken up to a 55 degree apartment because us THERE IS ONLY ONE FUCKING MOTI0N DETECTOR IN THE WHOLE APARTMENT and the heat shuts off an hour after we go to bed

smart thermostat my ASS