The C1 Blended Mobility of VET Learners of the Erasmus+ Project 3D2ACT – Fostering Industry 4.0 and 3D Technologies Through Social Entrepreneurship: An Innovative Programme for a Sustainable Future, took place in Nicosia, Cyprus, between the 13th – 17th of February 2023. The training was organized by Emphasys Centre. The 3D2ACT project addresses the gap in Industry …
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Unusual 3D Printing Materials That Are Currently Available
It is common to use traditional 3D printing materials like plastic. However, there are a number of uncommon material possibilities that can make the 3D-printed object even more unique as well. We introduce you to these uncommon materials in our list. You can now create astonishing and strange objects out of anything, from chocolate to …
“Train the Trainers” Info Day
On 26 October 2022, the Consortium of 3D2ACT organized the online European event “Train the Trainers” Info Day, ahead of the pilot training with students. The event lasted for 3 hours (15:00-18:00 CET) and 5-10 teachers were trained per partner. Teachers who participated were introduced to the educational material, the e-platform, the android app, and …
4th Transnational Project Meeting of 3D2ACT Erasmus+ Project
On Thursday 8 September and Friday 9 September 2022, the hybrid 4th Transnational Project Meeting of the Erasmus+ project 3D2ACT: Fostering Industry 4.0 And 3D Technologies Through Social Entrepreneurship: An Innovative Programme for a Sustainable Future took place in Crete, Greece at the Computer Science Department Building, Room B318 of the University of Crete, in …
Careers in 3D Printing
Undoubtedly, 3D printing is reshaping and revolutionizing the way products are developed and produced. With advances in materials and processes, things that would have been almost impossible to manufacture through traditional means, now are feasible, from engineering to medicine, from food to fashion and design, from airplane parts to cars, and from electronics to education. …
3D2ACT was presented at the 4th Panhellenic Scientific Conference organized by the Regional Directorate of Primary and Secondary Education of Crete
On Saturday, May 21st, 2022 the 4th Panhellenic Scientific Conference organized by the Regional Directorate of Primary and Secondary Education of Crete, Greece, took place online, under the subject of “The Transformation of the School in the 21st Century: Positions – Contradictions – Convergences”. During the Conference the Erasmus+ project “3D2ACT: Fostering Industry 4.0 and …
3D Printing: Social & Business Opportunities
Many scientific researchers refer to the great contribution of 3D printing during the pandemic crisis. According to their studies, the 3D printing that was used yesterday to make prototypes has now been extended to the manufacture of products. A procedure that was proved to be beneficial in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic considering the masks produced for the nursing staff.
3rd Transnational Project Meeting of 3D2ACT Erasmus+ Project
On Monday 14 February and Tuesday 15 February 2022, the 3rd Transnational project meeting of the Erasmus+ project 3D2ACT: Fostering Industry 4.0 And 3D Technologies Through Social Entrepreneurship: An Innovative Programme for a Sustainable Future took place online, due to Covid-19 restrictions. Representatives of all seven (7) partners from Greece, Italy, Spain, Cyprus and Netherlands participated in this …
What are the Next Trends in 3D Printing?
Just as seen before, 3D printing is still very much valued and used within the aerospace, automotive, but also medical sectors. Those trends will remain, but what are the next trends in the 3D printing industry? 3D Printing Industry has asked over 40 CEOs, experts and leaders in the industry to provide their thoughts on …
The 3D2ACT Project was presented at the Final Conference of the Erasmus+ Project DIMAS organised by the Regional Directorate of Primary and Secondary Education of Crete
On 3 December 2021, the Regional Directorate of Education of Crete (RDPSEC) organised and implemented the Final Conference of the Erasmus+ project DIMAS took place in Heraklion, Crete, Greece. The conference was also broadcasted live on YouTube. The event was viewed by students and teachers, in Greece, Spain, Sweden and Cyprus, who, in their majority, …