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Today’s top stories: Bambu Lab teases new, larger 3D printer to be released later this year. Also, 3D printed slides and glides from UMEI, and ORNL releases huge 3D printing data set.

🤩Hobbyist 3D Printing

Bambu Lab Testing New, Larger 3D Printer, Coming in 2024 (2 Minute Read) - Link

Bambu Lab is developing a larger 3D printer planned for release in 2024. This new model will have an enclosed frame and prioritize user-friendliness, but specifics about its functionalities are not yet available.

The company acknowledges the demand for bigger printers and aims to deliver a product that is not only larger but also innovative. They acknowledge the challenges of entering the larger format 3D printer market but are committed to making 3D printing more accessible to the general public.

🏭 3D Printing Industry

UMEI Launches Kickstart for 3D Printed Footwear, First Models are Slides and Glides - Link

UMEI is a company that creates customizable 3D-printed shoes designed for comfort and recovery. Founded by a family with a young athlete who experienced pain during physical activities, UMEI's shoes use 3D-printed mesh for breathability and offer two levels of cushioning: soft for recovery and firmer for support.

Their Kickstarter campaign offers two initial models, Moonwalker Slides and Moonwalker Glides, at a discounted price.The shoes come in eight colors with plans for more in the future. They are currently undergoing testing to ensure durability and quality. With significant funding already raised, UMEI’s 3D-printed shoes show promise for the future of athletic footwear.

ORNL Releases Massive 3D Printing Dataset (4 minute read) - Link

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has made a significant contribution to the 3D printing community by releasing a massive dataset of 3D printing data. This dataset includes information on design, printing, and testing of parts created using various 3D printing processes.

The data aims to improve quality control in 3D printing by allowing researchers to develop machine learning models that predict part performance based on in-process measurements, reducing the need for expensive post-production testing.This dataset is a valuable resource for the industry and will contribute to the advancement of additive manufacturing.

🔦3D Print Spotlight

Collapsable Laptop Stand, jankmart on Thangs.com - Link

Amazingly engineered. I’ve seen a ton of laptop stands I’ve wanted to print but this is the first I’ll actually print. Not only does it have the right aesthetics for any desk, but also collapses down to take this on the go when traveling for work.

🔗 Quick Links

⬆️ 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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