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How serious a contender is 3D printing?

02/11/2013

Whether you view 3D printing as the harbinger of a new industrial revolution or just a means to renovate our existing manufacturing infrastructure, the market for this technology looks set to pack a $4bn punch by 2025, according to a new report from IDTechEx. Market analyst, Wendy Kneissl reports.

3D scanning helps the reassembly of lost Tudor sculptures

02/11/2013

University of Leicester experts have tried to recreate two Tudor monuments using a mixture of humanities research and scientific technology.

From garage to top-drawer 3D scanning facility

02/11/2013

Dave Cullimore aims for a repeat of his electric racing car victory with help of Warwick Manufacturing Group's 3D scanning facility - a far cry from the car's humble beginnings in his dad’s garage.

The value of Intellectual Property to the SME

29/09/2013

Ian Grey takes a look at the different intellectual property rights available to small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs). He also considers how an SME might seek to enhance their competitiveness by using the intellectual property system to their advantage.

Inspiring the next generation of engineers

01/09/2013

The UK engineering industry is alive and thriving, with its turnover of £1.5 trillion* acting as a significant contribution to the UK economy.

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How serious a contender is 3D printing?

3D scanning helps the reassembly of lost Tudor sculptures

From garage to top-drawer 3D scanning facility

The value of Intellectual Property to the SME

Inspiring the next generation of engineers