What Are The Benefits of 3D Printing in Space?
3D printing has moved from a hobbyist’s best friend to one of the most useful tools in nearly every industry. With a computer and a bit of heat, you can turn strings of plastic filament into nearly anything. More advanced types of 3D printers can even lay down layers of metal, glass, or cement. There is even a 3D printer in orbit above the Earth on the International Space Station. What are the benefits of 3D printing in space and will we see more of it in the future? Keeping Rocket Weight Low That same gravity that keeps you from floating away from the Earth’s surface also makes it difficult…
What Experiments Did Scientists Conduct on the ISS?
Humanity has watched the International Space Station orbit this little blue marble for the last 20 years, as of November 2020. This modern marvel has seen hundreds of astronauts and been home to thousands of scientific experiments. The ISS provides a unique laboratory that allows researchers to carry out their experiments in microgravity. So how, exactly, is the ISS outfitted to support this scientific research? What sorts of experiments are astronauts and scientists conducting on the ISS? Microgravity Experimentation Laboratories might be controlled environments on Earth, but even the most advanced lab on the planet doesn’t hold a candle to the International Space Station. How is the ISS kitted out…
Border Control Forces Receive New Technology
Regulating the movement of people, goods, and animals across country borders is vital. As such, border control forces need the best technology. In this article, we’re exploring the latest advancements in technology that are helping in border control. A sense of space: drones and holographic printers VICE has reported that a company called Zebra Imaging, at the Tenth Annual Border Security Expo in San Antonio, Texas, was noted to be selling holographic printers for a cool $1 million. According to the report, these machines were already being utilised at Border Control stations in El Paso, San Diego and Tucson — having initially been sold to the US military for use…
Beyond the Facade: 3D Printing and Anaplastology
Famed sci-fi author and philosopher Arthur C.Clarke once famously said that “any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic.” This is a beautiful, thought-provoking sentiment — although, we do have to remember that magic, as awe-inspiring as it can be, is also scary. For centuries, the supernatural has made people uncomfortable. Case in point: Back when animation was primarily done on paper, without graphics processing units and animation programs running the show, cartoon characters were clearly recognizable as human, but they were also simultaneously and unambiguously nothing more than symbolic representations of humans. They were line-drawn characters with human voices, and though it requires suspension of disbelief to derive entertainment…
Some Technology You Once Only Dreamed Of
Technology is one of those things that is always expanding and always surprising the layman that loves using it but doesn’t always understand just how it works. Virtual reality may still feel like science fiction to some people, even though it’s becoming a more and more common thing in the world. Drones still seem alien to some people and they are used by the military and by photo- and videographers on a regular basis. These are two of the technological advances you’ll read about below. The other one is pretty amazing too, 3D printing. The things they can make with a 3D printer are simply out of this world. So,…
Is 3D Printing The Next Big Thing?
With technology evolving everyday something like this doesn’t come as a surprise. Everyday further advances in the technological world are being made and each one surpasses the previous one. Not long from now, something will be invented that would exceed this as well. However, till that time comes, 3D printing is something quite astonishing while people are saying this has revolutionized the technological world. Who would have thought that the future that awaits us could be constructed in our living rooms? It’s like a sovereign power giving you supreme control to construct anything you desire from the palm of one’s hands. Suddenly, we have this bridge, this physical extension of…
Top 8 Gadgets That Will Enhance Your Business
You may think that because you now have the latest laptop or the most advanced smartphone and tablet that you don’t need anything else. You will be surprised to know that there is always something that could be used to enhance your life, whether during your leisure time or in the business field. These new 8 executive gadgets that range from USB ports to drawing tools are bound to enhance your business operations and make your daily life a lot more enjoyable. 1. ZUtA – The First Mini Robotic Printer This is the premier mini robotic printer. The ZUta comes with a rechargeable battery as well as an on/off switch…
Staying on Track with Programming and Technology
We are living in very exciting times. Technology and advances in programming have created a world that was inconceivable just 10 years ago. The evolution/revolution in technology is not going to slow down for anyone. We can expect to see in the very near future even greater developments…
First Fully Functioning 3D Printed Bike Unveiled
There has been much excitement in sunny California recently since it was in this location that the first fully functioning 3D printed motorcycle was unveiled for the world to see. Audiences at the California Tech Fair peered on with open mouths as the curtains dropped and standing before them was a fully working Harley Davidson Softail. This brand is a well-known name and is often depicted as being one of the best motorcycle creations of all time, but what led TE Connectivity to transform this beautiful model into a 3D printed bike? The Creation Process According to Auto Evolution, creating this majestic specimen took 1,000 hours to complete and cost…
Behind the Scenes: How Technology Is Changing the Food Industry
Technological innovations have changed the way we live, work, and travel. Technology has made notable improvements in fields such as education, transportation, the medical and healthcare sciences, engineering, and agriculture. It is also making a big impact on the food industry, from food processing to packaging and distribution. We may not always stop to think how our food goes from field to fork but, behind the scenes, that journey is increasingly utilizing the latest technology. Here’s an insight into the transformation under way… Flexible, Custom Print Packaging Food packaging printing solutions such as nanographic printing have provided businesses with a low-cost yet high-quality method to create dynamic folding cartons and…
