TPLO is one of the most common — and most variable — orthopedic surgeries in veterinary medicine. A patient-specific 3D printed tibia, in the surgeon’s hand the day before the procedure, changes the conversation.
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A practical engineer’s guide to using topology optimization with additive manufacturing — when it pays off, where it fails, and the workflow that delivers 30-60% weight savings without losing structural performance.
By Mike Moussa, PE — From presentation models that win contracts to custom building hardware that solves on-site problems, 3D printing serves architecture and construction in ways that weren’t possible five years ago. Architecture Applications Presentation and Competition Models Highly detailed architectural scale models for client presentations, design competitions, and municipal reviews. Multi-material printing allows […]
By Mike Moussa, PE — Robotics moves fast. Your design changes weekly, your budget is tight, and you need functional parts that survive real-world testing. Here’s how 3D printing and rapid manufacturing support robotics development. Robotics Applications End Effectors and Grippers Custom end-of-arm tooling designed for your specific workpiece. Vacuum cup manifolds, mechanical grippers, soft […]
By Mike Moussa, PE — We’re based in rural North Texas, surrounded by ranches and farms. We understand that when equipment breaks during harvest or calving season, you need parts now — not in 6 weeks from a dealer who discontinued your model. Agricultural Applications Replacement Parts for Legacy Equipment Tractors, combines, balers, and implements […]
By Mike Moussa, PE — Whether you’re building a race car, restoring a classic, or developing an automotive product, 3D printing and CNC machining can solve problems that used to take months and thousands of dollars. Automotive Applications Custom Brackets and Mounts Gauge pods, sensor mounts, electronics brackets, camera mounts — anything that needs to […]
By Mike Moussa, PE — Aerospace has been an early adopter of additive manufacturing, and for good reason. Here’s how we support aerospace projects from concept through flight-ready hardware. Aerospace Applications Rapid Prototyping for Aerostructures Test fit brackets, ducting, fairings, and structural concepts before committing to machined aluminum or composite layup. Iterate in hours at […]
By Mike Moussa, PE — We’re based in Wichita Falls, Texas, in the heart of oil country. We’ve built custom parts for drilling operations, production facilities, and oilfield service companies. Here’s what 3D printing and rapid manufacturing can do for oil & gas. Common Oil & Gas Applications Custom Tool Adapters and Fittings When you […]
By Mike Moussa, PE — We do both CNC machining and 3D printing in our shop. Here’s how we decide which process to use for each project. The Fundamental Difference CNC machining starts with a block of material and removes everything that isn’t your part (subtractive). 3D printing starts with nothing and builds your part […]
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📢 Update: PartSnap now offers SLA (Stereolithography) 3D printing with our Formlabs Form 3. Learn about our SLA capabilities → PolyJet Polyropylene-like material (aka Endur) is now available from PartSnap® 3D Printing. This material adds to our PolyJet line and complements our FDM 3D printing materials. Polypropylene-like Material provides the high-resolution finish typical of PolyJet resin, […]