Software for 3D Printing
3D software is one of the most relevant elements in the digital 3D printing manufacturing process however its importance is often overlooked. There are many types of software which are used throughout different phases of the 3D printing cycle. All 3D printing production, however, necessarily beings with CAD (computer aided design) 3D modeling tools. Some of these tools are now integrated into virtual reality and augmented reality 3D modeling programs. This is only the first step: another major software-based step for AM includes CAE (computer aided engineering) for optimizing a part in order to leverage the extensive capabilities offered by additive manufacturing technologies in terms of geometric capabilities and topology optimization. An optimized file then needs to be processed through CAM (computer aided manufacturing) software in order to communicate to the machine how to build it into a physical object.

Several other software applications are also implemented in 3D printing. Additive processes are also making increasingly intensive use of simulation software, both for file preparation and process control, as well as inspection and non-destructive testing software for controlling that conforms to applications-specific standards. Pre-processing steps also include quotation engine software and the entire CRM (customer relationship management) chain. In fact AM is increasingly being integrated into the entire PLM (produce lifecycle management) software chain, while MES (manufacturing execution software) programs are increasingly being adopted to manage the entire end-to-end manufacturing process which 3D printing is now becoming an integral part of.

The 3D software supply chain also includes developers and publishers which are listed in specific sub-categories.

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1000 Kelvin
1000 Kelvin solves additive manufacturing toughest challenges with artificial intelligence solutions. We developed the largest ML model to drive intelligence processes. Founded by a team of experts in AI and Advanced Manufacturing, 1000 Kelvin enables aerospace, medical, and industrial manufacturing companies to print metal parts ‘first-time-right’, dramatically improving the yield, quality and reducing printing costs and accelerating qualification.
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Particleworks Europe aims to establish and manage the European distribution network of the software technologies Particleworks and Granuleworks based on the Moving Particle Simulation (MPS). Particleworks Europe is the European competence center for these technologies
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metariver
Metariver Technology has developed a GPU-based software for various fields such as science and technology by using CUDA and HPC technology.
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meta
At Meta, we’re building innovative new ways to help people feel closer to each other, and the makeup of our company reflects the diverse perspectives of the people who use our technologies.
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Mira 3d
Accelerate your 3D Manufacturing process with our robust and powerful file processing engine. Our team of experienced engineers are working towards making 3D printing as simple as Printing a Document!
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A design hub where novel engineering design meets 3D printing
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Formed in 2006, LimitState specializes in encapsulating cutting-edge optimization technologies within engineering analysis and design software. Our tools are used by many of the largest and most innovative engineering firms in over 30 countries worldwide.
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realvision
The only 3D printing software that gives you expert support for the entire process
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We provide in-process part quality data to additive manufacturers to decrease schedule delays and reduce energy waste of final part scrap.
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gen3d
Founded in 2018, by academics at the University of Bath, we are a technology company providing design software for additive manufacturing. Alongside the software, Gen3D also have an advanced applications team. This team focuses on additive design consultancy and has experience in advanced additive design techniques such as generative design, topology optimisation and lattice structure generation.
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Adaxis
At ADAXIS, we develop a software platform making it easy to use the full power of robotic additive manufacturing.
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We radically accelerate innovation through A.I. based engineering. We build software to design physical objects and machinery that are as complex, functional, and sustainable as Nature. We enable forward-thinking companies, designers, engineers and scientists to solve humanity’s greatest challenges and build a bold and sustainable future for all mankind.
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Araqev creates software solutions for closed-loop, smart control in additive manufacturing and 3D printing based on machine learning (ML). Araqev’s patented ML algorithms enable users to learn in fractions of a second how to print more accurately across new shapes and processes, resulting in less wasted scrap and less machining time.
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Industrial Design, 3D Scanning, 3D Printing
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Prescient Technologies is one of the best CAD software development companies in India. A global technology partner for innovative outsourcing solutions in Cad Software Development.
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3D People
Specialising in production-grade parts, 3D People delivers unique designs to our customers using a wide range of 3D printing technologies. Orders are placed via our online portal and made in our London 3D printing facility. Many one-off designs, as well as large batches, are manufactured to precise standards and delivered on time, every time.
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BuildBee is an easy to use, all-in-one 3D printing solution for personal, small business, education and enterprise users globally. BuildBee has been designed and developed to make it easy for users at any level to get started 3D printing; and has become the tool of choice for thousands getting started into 3D printing or wanting an easy to use platform that allows them to complete their 3D printing jobs easily and quickly without the necessity of technical expertise.
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AMSIS
AMSIS is a start-up from Bremen (Germany) founded in 2017. We develop new software solutions for the rapidly growing industrial market of additive manufacturing (3D-printing).
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additive assurance
We are passionate about additive manufacturing. We know its amazing potential, and its not so amazing pitfalls. Our mission is to help unlock the potential of metal additive manufacturing and provide a comprehensive solution for quality assurance in laser powder bed fusion.
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pointfuse
Fast creation of intelligent mesh models
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