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University of Oklahoma uses 3D Technology to Create a Mobile Vehicle
University of Oklahoma engineering capstone project; using 3D technology to create a mobile vehicle sustainable for competition. The Sooner Powered Vehicle Team (SPV) is a student organization that designs, fabricates, and races a competitive recumbent bicycle. SPV provides the opportunity for young engineering students to demonstrate sound principles of design through the development of a sustainable and practical transportation alternative.
New Stratasys Education Modules: Ear Bud Holder & Chess Set
The new education modules, available only to Stratasys customers, are designed for educators to take students through a full product development life cycle, from concept sketch to CAD design and finally 3D print. Modules are unique and each one focuses on a specific project with various durations from days to weeks. These modules are created with a comprehensive outline with an overall objective, project resources, design criteria and process.
Tech-Labs Leaves Quality Footprint
Tech-Labs is one of the few platinum distributors for Stratasys, a pioneer in 3D technology and one of the largest suppliers of 3D printers in the world. Tech-Labs is also a full-service provider of educational equipment and software, distributing robotics, e-learning and heavy equipment simulators.
Shutting Down Your 3D Printer Over the Holidays
It is required to shut down your PolyJet machine if it will not be used for a week or more to prevent clogging of the printer heads. Otherwise, the printer can remain on, in Idle mode. Unlike a PolyJet machine, shutting down an FDM 3D printer is not necessary when it will not be used for an extended period of time; however, it is an easy 3-step process that takes just a few minutes and is a great way to conserve energy.