The Industry Analysis  May 29, 2019

Markforged, a leading provider of metal and carbon fiber 3D printers, has announced Blacksmith, the first Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered software that makes manufacturing machines ‘aware’ so they can automatically adjust programming to ensure every part is produced as designed. Blacksmith is a breakthrough in smart factories and the first example of Adaptive Manufacturing, which will reduce the cost of production and reshape the industry as we know it.

ETNZ Head of Design Dan Bernasconi talks about HP computing used to develop the next America's Cup yacht. Video / Supplied
By: Chris Keall Business writer, NZ Herald chris.keall@nzherald.co.nz @ChrisKeall

In this week’s edition of the 3D Printing Industry news digest Sliced, you can find the latest stories from an expanding filament to mobile phone security,  3D printed art pieces at Milano Design, and life-size comic book characters.

An enclosed, automated processing station provides a cleaner loading and mixing experience. The build unit moves onto the HP Jet Fusion 3D Printer, where HP fusing and detailing agents work with HP Multi Jet Fusion technology and materials to deliver fine details and dimensional accuracy.

by John Kennedy

More than 10 million parts have been produced using Multi Jet Fusion technology, HP’s additive manufacturing solution, in the last year.

Now at one of the world’s largest 3D printing user events – the Additive Manufacturing Users Group (AMUG) conference – HP will showcase new customers, applications, and technology as it continues encouraging industry towards 3D production.