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Today’s top stories: BambuLab’s Second Anniversary sale is in full swing through July 5th, AI and 3D printing enable better water cooling, and 3D printing metal in space.

🤩 Hobbyist 3D Printing

BambuLab’s Second Anniversary Sale Started Yesterday - Link

Yesterday was the kick off of BambuLab’s store second anniversary sale and they have a discount on nearly everything they sell! According to the marketing email sent out, they are offering $50 off AMS units and when you buy a second or more you will get an additional 7% off!

They are also offering between $50 and $150 off different 3D printers and combos. We also saw a great deal on bulk orders (8 or more) of certain filament refills (without a spool) as low as $13.99. Some of their accessories and parts kits are also up to 35% off. Check out the link above or click the picture below to see all the deals they are offering.

🏭 3D Printing Industry

Asetek Uses AI and 3D Printing to Create Water Cooling Blocks (5 minute read) - Link

Asetek, a Danish cooling systems company, is using AI and 3D printing to improve water block designs. AI helps optimize water block internals for better heat removal and quieter operation. 3D printing from Fabric8Labs allows for complex water block structures that traditional methods can't achieve.

These advancements are expected to be used in Asustek Computer ROG series products. The impact on cost and production volume is still unknown, but the technology promises significant improvements in cooling systems.

Astronauts Print first 3D Printed Metal On Board the ISS - Link

ESA's metal 3D printer aboard the ISS successfully printed its first metal object, a simple S-curve. This marks a major breakthrough for in-space manufacturing. The printer uses a high-powered laser to melt and deposit metal wire, and is designed for safety and operation in microgravity.

Future plans involve printing more complex parts to study the effects of microgravity on 3D-printed metal. This technology has the potential to revolutionize space travel by enabling on-demand tool and parts creation, reducing reliance on Earth and increasing mission success.

🔗 Quick Links

Deal of the Week

🛠️ $200 OFF - Snapmaker 2.0 Modular 3-in-1 3D Printer - Link

Not only can you 3D print, but laser etch, and CNC too!

This 3-in-1 printer, laser etcher, and CNC machine is now $200 off during the Snapmaker 8th anniversary sale. With it’s quick swap modules, this printer makes it easy to 3D printer, etch designs into wood with the laser module or do simple CNC jobs with the CNC module. Included is the 3-in-1 software for each of these functions, Snapmaker Luban.

Here are some highlights of the machine:

• Quick swap modular design

• 3D printing, laser etching, and CNC functions

• Up to 350mm X 350mm build volume

• All metal design

• Smart, 5 inch touchscreen

🤩 Recent Slicer Updates

• OrcaSlicer - 2.1.0 Beta - 5/31/2024 -(GitHub)

• Cura - 5.7.2 - 6/03/2024 (GitHub)

• PrusaSlicer - 2.7.4 - 4/5/2024 (GitHub)

• Bambu Studio - 1.9.1 Public Official- 5/12/24 (GitHub)

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