Markus Nemitz and his team at Tufts University have developed soft-jointed robots using 3D printing, realizing a long-term research goal.

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This 3D printing technology could allow astronauts to manufacture satellite engines in space, eliminating the need for Earth-based launches.

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Maya Sakai, who has spinal muscular atrophy and feared becoming isolated at home, expects that use of robot avatars will create jobs for severely disabled people like herself after operating a ...

Undeniably, one of the most profound innovations in both the consumer retail and industrial markets has been 3D printing machinery. Also known as additive manufacturing (AM), 3D printing creates ...

Martin Jewell (Image credit: Rapid Fusion) Martin Jewell, chief technical officer at Rapid Fusion, said: "After eighteen months in the making, this will be a real landmark moment for additive ...

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