And finally, laser cutting gives the Optimus G a clean finish with metallic highlights.
We are in the midst of making things with it and learning a ton about laser cutting and engraving.
The large robotic arm, which is connected to a laser cutting tool, can be manoeuvred around tight spaces in hazardous environments.
Even though Thingiverse is more popular in the 3D printing world, it offers a number of laser cutting and laser engraving projects.
In essence, these guys use a specialized laser cutting process that can etch out anything your brain can muster -- from band logos to company mantras.
Can we say that a high-tech process like 3D printing, or laser cutting, or laser sintering, or pick any new tech, is not manufacturing for a new age?
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Part of the 123D family of products, 123D Catch users can take advantage of a connected group of Autodesk software, fabrication services for 3D printing and laser cutting, and a community of like-minded individuals focused on 3D design and personal fabrication.
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He is talking to Calibrated Diamonds, a company based in Johannesburg, South Africa, about combining his optimisation techniques with an advanced laser-cutting system.
He believes that combining his laser-cutting with Dr Holden's software, and automating the whole process, could both reduce waste dramatically and cut the turnaround time from months to days.
John Bond, the founder of Calibrated Diamonds, says his laser-cutting method can make much more precise cuts and can even polish diamonds, though he is reluctant to explain how it works.
An ingenious new laser called Waterlase adds to that the ability to cut through dry teeth and bone by casting a cloud of hot water vapor around the laser's cutting point, a couple of millimeters from the tooth.
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