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Multi-Material 3D-Printing
Multi-Material 3D-Printing

Last year Root3 Labs experimented with multi-material 3D-printing to deliver prototypes that simulated a button and gasket that would be overmolded in production. We were very happy with the results and our client was quite pleased that we were able to quickly iterate...

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3D Printed Parts in Product Design
3D Printed Parts in Product Design

At a recent 3D Maryland “3D Innovators Group” event, I presented a few short case studies of recent projects to describe how I’ve used 3D printing as both a tool to evaluate a design and as a finished demonstration prototype.

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National Capital Consortium for Pediatric Device Innovation
National Capital Consortium for Pediatric Device Innovation

Root3 Labs&#8480 is excited to be part of the new National Capital Consortium for Pediatric Device Innovation (NCC-PDI), formed through a $3.5 million award over 5 years from the FDA to the Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation at Children’s National Medical Center.

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NeoCon Design Competition
NeoCon Design Competition

The "Mealtime Chair Assistance" product has been entered into the upcoming Best of NeoCon Design Competition under the Royal EZ by Comfor Tek Seating brand. The NeoCon show is June 10-12 in Chicago. If you're going, please check it out!  

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Hydrophobic Nano-coating

The NeverWet nano-coating is extremely hydrophobic, causing fluids to glide right off. Reduce corrosion or bacteria-growth in your next device.

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Building a Presentation Prototype
Building a Presentation Prototype

Being able to present a physical embodiment of your product idea can go a long way toward impressing potential partners, funding, marketing, or otherwise. But, what’s the best approach for creating that prototype on a tight budget?

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Innovation in Firewood

As a mechanical designer, I am always on the lookout for innovative ideas to make something better. But, even I was astounded when I came across a few innovative ideas for something as tried and true as splitting firewood.

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