Oscilloscope Watch nears end of epic 10-year development journey

The estimated shipping date for successful Kickstarters can often prove to be a bit ambitious, but backers of the Oscilloscope Watch project are finally being rewarded for their patience – almost 10 years after the campaign ended.Continue ReadingCatego… Continue reading Oscilloscope Watch nears end of epic 10-year development journey

New bioink promotes growth & regeneration of 3D-printed muscle tissue

Researchers have developed a novel bioink that uses a sustained-release hormone to promote the growth and regeneration of 3D-printed muscle tissues. Their approach opens the door to developing new therapies to help people who’ve suffered muscle loss or… Continue reading New bioink promotes growth & regeneration of 3D-printed muscle tissue

Invisible QR codes embed object data into infrared tags

Barcodes and QR codes feel like they’re everywhere nowadays, but they don’t have to be. Scientists at MIT have developed an invisible tagging system called BrightMarker, which embeds fluorescent tags into objects that can be viewed and tracked through … Continue reading Invisible QR codes embed object data into infrared tags

3D-Printed Woven Coasters Save Tabletops in Style

When regular people think of 3D printing, they likely imagine semi-newfangled objects like twisty vases and useless trinkets. But there is so much more to 3D printing, as [andrei.erdei]’s printed, …read more Continue reading 3D-Printed Woven Coasters Save Tabletops in Style

3D-printed plant-based calamari rings may soon be on the menu

Researchers have created a 3D-printed plant-based calamari ring that’s high in protein and looks and tastes like the real thing. The mock seafood has the potential to address issues of overfishing by offering a sustainable, vegan alternative.Continue R… Continue reading 3D-printed plant-based calamari rings may soon be on the menu