by Stratasys | Aug 20, 2025 | 3D Printing, Advanced Materials
You’ve probably wondered why your new smartphone shatters when dropped from knee height, while that ancient Nokia 3310 could survive being run over by a tank. The answer lies in something called IK ratings – a standardized measurement system that...
by Stratasys | Aug 8, 2025 | 3D Printing
Designing for additive manufacturing poses several challenges, not the least of which includes the lack of established design allowables for parts used in regulated industries. Unlike metal, where these statistically derived mechanical properties are well established,...
by Stratasys | Jul 15, 2025 | 3D Printing
If you think the topic of 3D printing seems confusing or overwhelming, you’re not alone. There’s a lot to consider. But the more you learn the clearer the picture will become. A good place to start is becoming familiar with the different additive manufacturing (AM)...
by Stratasys | Jun 20, 2025 | 3D Printing
3D printing isn’t just about prototyping anymore—it’s now a core element of industrial manufacturing, with printers embedded in factory floors, research labs, and defense environments.But as the machines get smarter and more connected, they also become vulnerable....
by Stratasys | May 16, 2025 | 3D Printing
Have you ever picked up a 3D print and had to do a double take? That’s the power of full-color 3D printing – it blends realism, brand accuracy, and tactile design into a single, seamless build. So what exactly is the difference between color 3D printing,...