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Weerg staff: Sep 30, 2026
One of the least exploited advantages of 3D printing is the possibility of eliminating screws, glues and other fastening elements, integrating the assembly directly into the geometry of the part. Interlocking parts such as snap-fits, snap joints, dovetail joints and living hinges make it possible...
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Weerg staff: Sep 23, 2026
Ductility is the ability of a material to deform plastically under tension without breaking. Malleability is the ability to deform plastically under compression without breaking.
Ductility and malleability are two terms often used as synonyms. In reality they describe two distinct behaviours of the...
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Weerg staff: Aug 5, 2026
What is steel made of? The short answer is: iron and carbon. The complete one opens up a whole world. Steel is a metal alloy composed of over 95% iron, but it's the remaining elements that determine its characteristics.
Understanding the composition of steel means understanding why an S355 behaves...
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Weerg staff: Oct 22, 2025
POM‑C, also known as polyoxymethylene copolymer or acetal resin, is a high‑performance engineering plastic material. Used in mechanical, fluid‑handling and electromechanical applications, thePOM‑C material offers an ideal balance of stiffness, smooth sliding (low friction), dimensional stability...
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Weerg staff: Sep 24, 2025
The mechanical orientation of materials is a critical factor in the design of components for 3D printing and CNC machining. The distinction between isotropic vs anisotropic behaviour directly affects structural performance, reliability and costs.
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Weerg staff: Sep 17, 2025
Titanium is considered one of the most high-performing metals known to humankind. Its reputation derives from the rare combination of two qualities in a single material: strength and lightness. This balance makes titanium indispensable in fields where maximum performance is required without...
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Weerg staff: Aug 6, 2025
3D printing is revolutionising manufacturing, enabling the production of complex components with a high degree of customisation and precision. One of the questions designers, engineers and enthusiasts ask most often concerns the strongest material available for 3D printing. There is no single...
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Weerg staff: Jul 22, 2025
3D printing has revolutionised the manufacturing sector by enabling rapid and precise prototyping, as well as offering new opportunities in the production of high-performance components. Among the most innovative materials used in this technology are carbon fibre reinforced filaments, combining...
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Weerg staff: Jul 8, 2025
Polymers are everywhere: in everyday objects, electronic devices, synthetic fabrics, 3D printing materials, mechanical components, and even in our own bodies.
Despite their ubiquity, the concept of a "polymer" can seem abstract: what are they really? How are they formed? Why are they so versatile?
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Weerg staff: May 15, 2025
In advanced mechanical design, material selection plays a central role in determining the performance, reliability and durability of components. In industrial areas where traditional polymers are inadequate, materials such as PEI (polyetherimide) and PEEK (polyether ether ketone) are benchmark...
