The US Department of Justice announced a program attempting to curb the use of machine gun conversion devices, which could involve 3D printers. “MCDs” are the issue here. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco explained: “We’re here to discuss one such emerging threat: machine gun conversion devices — or MCDs — also known as “switches” or… Continue reading DOJ Seeks 3D Printing Industry’s Help in Stopping Illicit Use
filters
Integrating 3D Printing into Hot Tub Manufacturing: The Jacuzzi Legacy
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the history of the Jacuzzi family and how 3D printing can be used for different aspects of hot tubs.
Johnson Screens: 120 Years Strong, Now Embracing 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe admire Johnson Screens’ willingness to rethink fabrication and experiment with additive manufacturing.
Georgia Tech Researchers Advise DIY Mask Makers with Advanced Aerosol Instrumentation
Since late March, a team of Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech) researchers have been providing recommendations for readily available materials to use as filters in homemade face masks.
3D Printed Metal Scavenger Filters
New research seems to have developed an incredibly effective method of 3D printing speciality filters to extract specific metals from waste material.