This 3D Printed Wearable Can Monitor Stomach Activity
Scientists at UC San Diego create a 3D printed wearable to monitor stomach activity throughout the day, replacing the need for invasive probes. A team of engineers and physicians at the University of Sand Diego have developed a wearable, non-invasive system to monitor electrical activity in the stomach over 24 hours. Essentially, it’s an electrocardiogram but for…
Read articlePrusa Multi Material 2.0 Upgrade Kit Enables 3D Printing with 5 Different Filaments
Prusa Research has just released the new Multi Material 2.0 upgrade kit for the popular Prusa i3 MK3 and MK2.5 3D printers, allowing users to print with up to five different materials simultaneously. Based out of the historically grand city of Prague, Prusa Research has become the darling of the 3D printing community, namely for championing open…
Read articleNike Flyprint: Lightweight, Flexible and 3D Printed Shoes Designed for Runners
Nike has just unveiled the Vaporfly Elite Flyprint, a new 3D printed running shoe that is lightweight, flexible and comfortable. The material used to make this sneaker was designed in collaboration with runner Eliud Kipchoge, who ran the world’s fastest marathon of all time. As advancements in 3D printing have hit the ground running over…
Read articleYouTuber Creates a Giant Classic LEGO Bulldozer Kit from 1979
During work hours, Matt Denton is director of visual effects company Micromagic Systems – known for stunning Harry Potter and Star Wars effects. In his spare time, he publishes videos on his YouTube channel Mantis Hacks. But, as a maker, he’s not content with leaving it at that – instead, he 3D prints Lego kits and…
Read articleOpen Bionics Releases Incredibly Affordable and Customizable “Hero Arm” Prosthetic
The UK-based organization Open Bionics is releasing the Hero Arm, an advanced multi-grip bionic arm that is 3D printed, extremely affordable, and completely customizable for each wearer. The innovative new prosthetic device will be made available in the UK on April 25, 2018. Open Bionics is an inspiring UK-based company that uses 3D printing to create…
Read articleNew 3D Printed Plastic Helmets for the Swiss Guards
The Swiss Guards, the Pope’s private army, break with centuries of tradition to adopt new plastic helmets that are fabricated on a 3D printer. They’ve been protecting the pope for centuries. And now thanks to 3D printing technology, the world’s oldest standing army are getting a modern upgrade. The Swiss Guards are retiring their traditional…
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