Drone manufacturing may have been revolutionized this week. Design software and services company Autodesk and the US Marine Corps (USMC) have announced a successful project to create new military drones using 3D printing technology. The new drone, nicknamed "Scout," is a small fixed-wing surveillance drone. It can snap apart into four or five parts and be carried in a … [Read more...] about The US Marines Just Created a 3D Printed Drone – Which Cost 200X Less
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Fly a DJI / GoPro Hybrid with the EXO 1 Exoskeleton
Can't decide between a DJI drone or GoPro's new Karma? Well, you might just be able to have the best of both worlds. At least that's the unlikely conclusion of a joint competition sponsored by DJI and 3D-printing service Shapeways. The two tech giants challenged designers to combine a Phantom 4 with 3D-printed parts to form an aerial search and rescue solution, and the winning … [Read more...] about Fly a DJI / GoPro Hybrid with the EXO 1 Exoskeleton
DJI, Shapeways Partner 3D Printing Contest
A new tech contest may shape up to be a perfect marriage of two emerging technologies. Last week, drone giant DJI and 3D printing service Shapeways announced a contest that challenges designer to create 3D printed accessories for UAVs with a focus on improved search and rescue products. The grand-prize winner and three runners-up will be announced at the New York City Maker … [Read more...] about DJI, Shapeways Partner 3D Printing Contest
Want to 3D-Print Your Own 3DR IRIS+? Now You Can
Ever wanted to build your own version of an established manufacturer's drone? California-based drone manufacturer 3DRobotics has joined forces with 3D printing marketplace MyMiniFactory to release a 3D printable version of the IRIS+. Back in 2014 the IRIS+ launched to plenty of acclaim, and was at the time one of the most advanced consumer drones ever released. It was the … [Read more...] about Want to 3D-Print Your Own 3DR IRIS+? Now You Can
World’s Fastest Drone: Made From 3D Printer
The world's fastest drone debuted at the Dubai Airshow this month, reports Live Science, and it isn't what you'd expect. At about 33 pounds, with a 9 ft. wingspan, the drone is far larger than a racing drone, looks nothing like a quadcopter, and is not quite like a military or a commercial delivery drone. But then again, it wasn't built like any of those things. The Aurora … [Read more...] about World’s Fastest Drone: Made From 3D Printer
