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Today’s top stories: Revopoint launches their POP 3 Portable 3D scanner. Also, a new report on the growing 3D printed consumer product market by VoxelMatters, and 3D printing Kevlar changes how space craft repair is approached.

🤩Hobbyist 3D Printing

Revopoint Launches the POP 3 Plus Portable 3D Scanner - Link

Revopoint has released the POP 3 Plus, an upgraded version of its popular 3D scanner. This new model boasts improved accuracy, faster scanning speeds, and enhanced color capture. It features a refined precision of up to 0.04mm, a new optical zoom function, and improved marker tracking for better scan stability.

Designed for user-friendliness, the POP 3 Plus offers a touchscreen interface and compatibility with various software platforms. Its versatility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, from product design and reverse engineering to education and hobbyist projects.

🏭 3D Printing Industry

VoxelMatters Releases Vertical Market Study on AM Consumer Products (3 Minute Read) - Link

A new report by VoxelMatters predicts significant growth in the 3D printed consumer products market, reaching $28 billion by 2033. The market, currently valued at $2.6 billion, is driven by end-user demand for customized, high-performance products.

The study analyzes various consumer product segments including lifestyle, design, and luxury goods, highlighting the increasing shift towards internal 3D part production. Despite its rapid growth, the 3D printed consumer product market still represents a small fraction of the overall consumer goods industry, indicating substantial future potential.

VoxelMatters’ report is based on extensive data collection and analysis, including surveys, interviews, and public information. It provides valuable insights for companies operating in the additive manufacturing and consumer products sectors.

3D Printed Kevlar Project Changes Space Craft Repair - Link

A team led by Dr. Leonardo Barilaro is developing 3D printed Kevlar shields to revolutionize aerospace repair. The project, SBORAEK, aims to create customizable repair patches for aircraft and spacecraft damage caused by debris. By using 3D printing to layer Kevlar and other materials, the team hopes to reduce repair time and costs while enhancing structural integrity.

Initial testing of the shields has begun, with results pending. Successful implementation of this technology could significantly improve the aerospace industry's ability to quickly and effectively repair damaged aircraft and spacecraft.

🔦3D Print Spotlight

Battery Missile Launcher, NilsKal on Printables.com - Link

Designer NilsKal on Printables has created an awesome looking way to hold all of your batteries! In a miniature missile battery! I guess you could call it a Miniature Missile Battery Battyer ;). The AA variant can hold up to 20 AA batteries and the AAA variant will hold up to 34 AAA batteries. After assembly, the turret can rotate ensuring that you can aim it at the perfect spot no matter what.

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⬆️ Recent Slicer Updates

• OrcaSlicer - 2.1.0 Official - 6/21/2024 -(GitHub)

• Cura - 5.7.2 - 6/03/2024 (GitHub)

• PrusaSlicer - 2.8.0- 7/1/2024 (GitHub)

• Bambu Studio - 1.9.3 Public Official- 6/21/24 (GitHub)

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