ShapeID, a new shape code so condensed that it can fit within QR and RFID markers Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 22, 2017 ShapeID is extracted based on the geometry and then embedded into a QR label or a RFID to be scanned…
Review: Shining3D EinScan Pro Posted by DEVELOP3D - February 13, 2017 When it comes to 3D scanning hardware, you're usually stuck with a choice between an automated unit and a hand-held,…
REVIEW // Makerbot Replicator+ is an amazing machine Posted by kosinus2 - February 9, 2017 SUBTITLE Preview: Once you’ve followed the instructions to remove the inevitable bits of tape and position retaining plastic, you’re ready…
Review: Makerbot Replicator+ Posted by DEVELOP3D - February 9, 2017 Since the Stratasys aquisition, the Makerbot range has been through some issues. Three years on, Al Dean takes a look…
LiveLink for SolidWorks puts Comsol’s simulation apps right in front of designers Posted by Stephen Holmes - February 2, 2017 The Comsol Multiphysics ribbon tab and embedded Comsol Server interface in the SolidWorks user interface. Comsol has announced an update…
Automotive sheet metal process simulation reaches next level with AutoFormplus R7 Posted by Stephen Holmes - January 20, 2017 doling channels in the hot forming processThe latest release will allow for simulation of c AutoFormplus has announced its latest…
Q&A – Generating ideas in VR with Gravity Sketch Posted by Stephen Holmes - January 17, 2017 DEVELOP3D met up with Gravity Sketch to find out more about the future of VR in design, and its plans…
Fine print Posted by DEVELOP3D - January 16, 2017 Shrinking down a 10.5 metre tall Siemens gas turbine to just 40cm and then adapting it for 3D printing isn't…
Autodesk University 2016 Posted by DEVELOP3D - January 10, 2017 Martyn Day and Al Dean head to Autodesk University to find out where the company sees the future at the…
Review: Autodesk Fusion 360 – Q4 2016 Posted by Al Dean - January 9, 2017 It's been nearly 12 months since we last caught up with all things Fusion 360. Al Dean takes a look…