The Differences Between Metal vs. Plastic 3D Printing
3D printing has been widely adopted for rapid prototyping as well as for low-volume, end-use parts. The term “3D printing” is synonymous with additive manufacturing,
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Cambridge: Top Mechanical Design Consultancies
GW Mechanical GW Mechanical consultancy was established only in 2019, but undoubtedly is one of the best in Cambridge. Its founder, Gareth Weeks, a mechanical
What types of materials can be coated in Parylene and how to avoid costly mistakes
The most popular question about Parylene: “Can my xxx be Parylene coated?” The number of substrate surfaces that can be coated with parylene is plenty.
Revolutionary New Metal 3D Printing Technology (Selective LED-based Melting)
Metal 3D printing can also be known as DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering), and DMLM (Direct Metal Laser Melting) is an additive layer technology. A
Troubleshooting Tips for SolidWorks Electrical 3D
SolidWorks Electrical 3D is a useful add-in that bridges electrical design with mechanical design. It provides additional tools and functions specifically for electro-mechanical projects. This
3D Printing Software overview
Effectively implementing 3D printing in a production environment requires software tools for design, simulation, pre-processing, distribution, manufacturing, inspection, and quality. Printer manufacturers (OEMs) provide software
Nuclear Micro Batteries run for decades
Scientists have demonstrated a prototype nuclear battery that relies on a fundamentally different mechanism to produce energy: Radioactivity. In a typical setup, a copper cantilever
Online courses mechanical engineering students can take right now
Fundamentals of Rocket Science, with Falcon 9 You will understand the working of Rocket engines, how different stages separate, how orbit transfers and maneuvers work.
SolidWorks CAM 2.5 Axis Features Explained
SolidWorks CAM, powered by CAMWorks, is a software add-in that integrates design and manufacturing into one program. With SolidWorks CAM, you can easily prepare your
Used cooking oil from McDonalds: a sustainable material for 3D printing
Most traditional 3D printers create a shape by excreting a synthetic resin layer by layer, which is then hardened using UV light. Thanks to the
Wheatstone Bridge
A Wheatstone bridge is a special type of electrical circuit that is used to accurately measure the unknown resistance of a component. It was also
Laminar Flow
Laminar flow is a phenomenon observed in flowing fluids that manifests during the study of fluid dynamics. In general, fluid flow can be described in
How to Get Started with SolidWorks SimulationXpress
One of the best parts about SolidWorks is that you can design just about any product you can imagine. However, it isn’t always clear whether
Kinematic Viscosity
In simplest terms, the viscosity of a fluid is the measurement of its resistance to deformation at a specified rate. For liquids, viscosity directly corresponds
Top 25 Most Famous Bridges in the World
While suspension bridges tend to grab the headlines there are actually seven basic types of bridges. These are beam, truss, cantilever, arch, suspension, cable stayed
AutoCAD vs. SolidWorks
If you talk to anybody involved in computer-aided design or engineering, they will probably be familiar with both AutoDesk’s AutoCAD and Dassault Systèmes’ SolidWorks design
Constant force spring: properties and design equations
Constant force springs differ from traditional helically-wound springs. They are made from pre-tensioned, high yield strips of metal (often stainless steel) as opposed to wire.
SolidWorks Student Edition: free and licensed versions overview
Most students don’t have a lot of money to splash around, and unfortunately, students are not eligible for a SolidWorks free trial, as that’s only
CNC Fabrication: 3, 4 and 5-Axis CNC Explained
CNC fabrication involves the use of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines to shape and resize a block of material (known as a workpiece) by automatically
Selecting your certified Solidworks reseller in the UK
When you finally made your choice between different CAD softwares, and settled on Solidworks, you need to consider which reseller you are going to choose.
Top 5 Hottest Engineering Topics for 2020
These are exciting times to be involved in engineering. The 4th Industrial Revolution (4IR or Industry 4.0 – whichever you prefer) is in full swing.
Top 5 New Year’s Resolutions That Mechanical Designers Never Fulfill
What better time than the New Year to reflect on the ups and downs of the last twelve months? Hopefully, there are many achievements and
Top engineering inventions that save lives
You may have thought about or discussed the question: Which invention has saved the most lives throughout human history? The field of medicine has many
Markforged Metal X price, technology and 3D printing materials
Metal 3D printers have been around for over a decade but have been out of reach for most. With the introduction of the Markforged Metal
Poisson’s Ratio for Boneheads, plus FAQ
Poisson’s ratio is a value that defines the amount of contraction that occurs when something is stretched, or the amount of expansion when an object
How To Strengthen 3D Printed Parts
Additive Manufacturing is gradually gaining inertia throughout the different branches of industry. However, one of the mains obstacles is the endurance and performance the parts
Best Mechanical Engineering Jokes and Anecdotes
When the general public thinks about mechanical engineers, I’m sure the first thing they think about is the humour and storytelling they are renowned for.
Mollier Diagram – A Basic Guide
Most engineering installations and equipment are subjected to (and designed to withstand) a variety of atmospheric conditions and over a wide range of temperature, pressure,
3D Printing in Surgery
Surgical interventions are now relying more and more on 3D printing to gain a deeper insight into complex operations and devise surgical interventions. All the
What is Parylene coating and when should you use it?
Deciding on the ideal coating for your engineering application is always a very difficult task, you need to decide on chemical, process, mechanical and component
The Venturi Effect explained
The Venturi Effect was discovered by Italian physicist Giovanni Battista Venturi who lived between 1746 and 1822. In practice there were a number of other
Metrology – a mechanical engineer’s guide
The act of measuring has become an important part of our everyday lives. The need to measure and standardise has developed into the science of
