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Today’s top stories: Polymaker launches two new lines of 3D printing filament, also NASA rolls out rocket with 3D printed parts, and rail road spare parts being supplied via 3D printing.

🤩Hobbyist 3D Printing

Polymaker Officially Launches 2 New Filament Lines (3 Minute Read) - Link

Polymaker launched two new 3D printing filament families: Fiberon™ and Panchroma™.

Fiberon™ focuses on high-performance composite filaments, offering strength and heat resistance even for entry-level printers. This broadens the range of functional parts and prototypes that can be 3D printed.

Panchroma™ prioritizes aesthetics, boasting the most extensive color and surface finish selection on the market. Their multi-step quality control ensures color consistency and a web-based tool is in development to help users visualize filament options.

Both families come with upgraded packaging for smoother use and easier filament selection. This launch highlights Polymaker's commitment to cater to both functional and aesthetic needs within the 3D printing industry.

🏭 3D Printing Industry

NASA Rolls Out Artemis II Rocket Featuring 3D Printed Components (3 Minute Read) - Link

NASA has successfully rolled out the core stage for its Artemis II rocket, a crucial step towards the first crewed lunar mission since Apollo 11. The rocket incorporates 3D printed parts, particularly in its RS-25 engines, which have been upgraded with modern components and improved performance. While facing development challenges and delays, the project signifies a major milestone for NASA's Artemis program and the potential of 3D printing in aerospace.

Hitachi Rail to Use 3D Printing to Produce Spare Rail Parts (2 minute read) - Link

ROBOZE, a leader in high-performance 3D printing, has teamed up with Hitachi Rail to integrate 3D printing into the railway industry. Hitachi Rail will utilize ROBOZE's ARGO 500 system to produce spare parts using advanced materials like ULTEM 9085 and Carbon PEEK. This partnership aims to address the challenges of traditional spare part production by offering faster, more cost-effective solutions.

The collaboration will be implemented in Hitachi Rail's facilities in Italy and a new digital factory in Maryland, showcasing the growing importance of 3D printing in the railway sector.

🔦3D Print Spotlight

Plant Pot for Succulents, FactorianDesigns on Thangs.com - Link

We love to spotlight amazing looking designs, and FactorianDesigns over on Thangs has knocked this one out of the park. These pots are absolutely gorgeous and perfect for nearly any aesthetic. We love the Terracotta color the best! It almost looks as if these were actually made out of clay and not plastic!

🔗 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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