The first Maker Faire in southern Germany is taking place on the 20th/21st April in Munich. Like all other maker faires, the idea is A two-day, family-friendly festival of invention, creativity and resourcefulness, and a celebration of the Maker movement.
Our friends at i.materialise will be there as well, with a booth and delivering lectures on both days.
If you are in the area, we highly recommend checking it out.
Via: i.materialise
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Webinar: Introduction to Symvol for Rhino
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Wednesday, 5 December, 2012 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM PST
Please join us at this first webinar where our CTO, Turlif Vilbrandt, will demo the new plug-in -Symvol for Rhino.
The presentation will be broken up into 2 sections: 1) an introduction to Uformia, followed by a theory and overview of Symvol for Rhino;
2) a practical tutorial on using Symvol for Rhino to dynamically model a cell phone case.
The general aspects of true volume modeling and some of the unique features which Symvol for Rhino offers will be presented. The concepts include: creation of constructive relationships, dynamic modification of any aspect or feature of a model, automatic blending, always watertight Boolean operations and modeling, creation of arbitrary micro and/or cellular structures, shelling of any model, repairing, importing and converting meshes to watertight volumes, defining parameters/bookmarks, and swapping datasets and/or references on the fly.
Duration: 1.5 hr. presentation with 30 minutes questions/wrap-up.
Attendees must register to attend, and here you can also enter any questions or issues you would like to be covered in the webinar.
The session will be recorded and later posted online.
Thanks to Rhino for hosting us at their office in Seattle for this webinar.
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As we mentioned earlier this summer, Uformia will be one of the exhibitors at the 3D Printshow in London, 19-21 October. As we near the event, it is becoming clear that it will be as promising as it looks.
Uformia will be releasing a few new and exciting bits at the show (more on that later), and we are pleased to announce that Simply Rhino from the UK will be joining us at our stand where they will be premiering Rhino3D v5!
Tickets are selling out quickly, so order yours ASAP, and don't forget to sign up for some of the workshops or seminars. A few that Uformia are participating in:
FRIDAY 19 OCTOBER
--> 14:15 - 15:45: CEO Panel Session
Cherie Stamm will be joining this panel session where companies in the industry are invited to discuss their company, business philosophy, and concept of future and how they intend to build it.
--> 17:00 - 18:00: Fabricating Reality
Turlif Vilbrant will discuss the significance of 3D printing and how software today does not capitalize on available computation nor is it able to drive 3D printers to their full capability. Turlif will discuss the history of humans trying to gain control over matter, and share his thoughts on the future directions required for 3D design tools to fulfill their potential.
SATURDAY 20 OCTOBER
--> 10:00 - 11:00: Saving the World From Polygons - Revolutionary Design Tools Based on New Mathematics, for the Future of Manufacturing
Turlif Vilbrandt will give a live, hands-on demonstration of Uformia's first product, Symvol for Rhino, and discuss Uformia's new modeling approach.
SUNDAY 21st OCTOBER
--> 15:00 - 16:00 Fabricating Reality
This is a repeat of the Friday show, in case you were unable to attend.
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Finansavisen's article on Uformia
Posted by: cherie | Comment (0)Tagged in: press, news, events, 3D printing
Andreas Klemsdal at Finansavisen (one of the top business newspapers in Norway) recently wrote a follow-up article on Uformia (the original was posted in October 2010). What follows is an excerpt and a rough translation.
The Economist predicts that industrial production will slowly move back to the western world as any business can produce goods by using a three-dimensional printer. Forbes magazine says that the U.S. will be self-sufficient in goods such as clothing and shoes within five years. The sale of 3D printers has tripled in the past year.
In the small northern Norwegian village of Furuflaten sits Americans Cherie Stamm and Turlif Vilbrandt, with the mighty Lyngen Alps directly outside their office. They came here to climb mountains, but spend all their time trying to climb to the top of an industry that is now emerging. The two founders are working around the clock to spread their software that will improve opportunities for designing three-dimensional elements.
Tradeshow in London
The 3D printing industry will have its first big trade show in England's capital.
- It is the first major show bringing together designers, students, industry, artists, anyone interested in 3D printing.
"For us it is a perfect way to introduce ourselves," says Cherie Stamm.
- "Among other events, there will be a fashion show with clothes made of 3D printers and exhibitions of 3D printed art," says Turlif Vilbrandt.
25 years of research
Uformia has developed software for anyone who works with 3D design on a computer, especially those wanting to take these designs out to a 3D printer. According to the founders, Uformia's platform is mathematically perfect and therefore can describe all three dimensional forms without limitations.
-"Our software understands the whole object," say a committed Vilbrandt. Uformia is based on 25 years of research, but until now computers have not been fast enough to take advantage of this knowledge. Today our programmers reside in Australia, UK, Russia, Japan and the United States and they all work to further develop Uformia's products."
Northern Norway vs New York
- How long can you hold out in Furuflaten/Tromso?
- "We will probably look at the possibility of having two bases. As we grow, it will be necessary to recruit talent and we must look at the possibility of having an office in London, New York or California. But we will always have a base in northern Norway", said Stamm.
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Part of our team is currently attending Additive Manufacturing 2012 and ASTM. It has moved this year to a big, better location with more speakers and an exhibition space. It has been an interesting few days so far with talks ranging from a cheap and accurate prosthesis creation using a Z-Corp, metal jaw implants and full jaw replacement, multi-material electrical printing, super rapid sub-micron two photon printing (including printing through living tissue) and printing of customized dolls. A talk by Assa Ashuach on user informed and customized objects mentioned Function Representation and showed a video of attempts to offer dynamic end user interaction by direct automatic morphing.
One of the most interesting talks was given by Neri Oxman on the fabrication of nature, who Uformia worked with on her recent exhibition at the Pompidou Center. (See our previous blog entry regarding this exhibit and the helmet we collaborated with Neri on.) Her talk discussed the development and application of algorithms and approaches that nature takes toward fabricating objects. This was great stuff and totally up our alley. In fact, Uformia's approach to modeling and fabrication was introduced in a paper called Fabricating Nature, around the the same notions (but with different objectives). It is great to see research that is pushing additive fabrication to truly reinvent the world we live in and the development of tools and methods that are needed to make it happen.
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"The internet changed the world in the 1990's. The world is about to change again."
The 3D Printshow is the first show in the UK that brings together exhibitors, trade and the press, all focused on 3D printing- and Uformia is pleased to announce that we will be an exhibitor.
The show is 19 - 21 October, and tickets have just gone on sale, and they are giving away 1,500 free tickets for students and new businesses.
While the schedule is not yet public, we do know there will be some fifty workshops, seminars and live demonstrations, and one trade day. Also there will be a live show (a catwalk featuring new 3D fashion; live music played on 3D printed instruments; and 3D displays around the room; and a other guests and features yet to be named).
3D Printshow: http://3dprintshow.com
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| Uformia is introducing an exciting new approach and foundation to 3D design and fabrication: Symvol for Rhino. Symvol for Rhino - Community is the first of Uformia's innovative new 3D modeling tools to be released. This product is a simplified yet powerful introduction to this new "true 3D" volume based approach and framework. Objects made with Symvol are always watertight and ideal for 3D printing. |
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Symvol defines objects as infinitely malleable material, not a collection of paper sheets glued together, as is the case in industrial 3D software today (often referred to as 2.5D modeling). When using Symvol, users will be reminded of working with clay or metal. Unlike traditional solid modeling which can display cracks or surface issues, users will always have a valid truly solid object no matter the design demands placed on it. On top of this exciting new development, Symvol's ease of use means professionals are no longer the only people that can use 3D modeling and fabrication software. 1. Symvol Maker -- the free, fully-functional, non-commercial version is available for download and is suitable for the 3DP/maker community. 2. Symvol Community -- the low-cost version targeted for 3D printing, available for purchase now. 3. Symvol Pro -- the fully-featured, professional version, to be released later this year. |
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*** We at Uformia are looking forward to working closely with 3D modelers across the globe to expand our user base and spread the joy of true volumetric modeling. If you would like more information or have any inquires please email us: support [at] uformia.com or chat with us via our support forum. We look forward to hearing from you. Happy modeling!
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
Uformia Receives Private Investment
Tromso, Norway - 31 May, 2010 - Uformia AS today announced they have added Norinnova AS and Hålogaland Kapital AS as shareholders in exchange for private investment. This strategic alliance will support the continued development of their initial product. Uformia is at the modeling forefront, creating revolutionary 3D software that will solve many of the problems of today's software, especially in the field of digital fabrication or 3D printing. Using bio-polymers, human cells and 3D printers, it is already possible today to fabricate human body parts such as bones. Every day objects can also be printed in 3D, such as jewelry, dishes and toys. The science fiction of 20 years ago is now fact, however what is missing in this 3D printing revolution is the right software. Uformia has developed a new technology, Digital Materialization, that is sophisticated enough to use for designing and fabricating things such as micro-structures and body parts while being easy enough for a hobbyist to use. Uformia is creating a new generation of design tools that will open new markets and undeveloped users communities.
The research behind Uformia's software started over 25 years ago, and thanks to advances in computer technology, it is now possible to take this technology out of academia and into the commercial sector. Uformia is comprised of a unique group of global entrepreneurs from Norway, UK, USA, Russia and Italy with a wide range of skills from product designers, programmers, computer science, 3D modeling and corporate leadership. After finding support from both a local business incubator, Intek Lyngen, and Innovation Norway, Uformia began the search to finding just the right investment group to fit their current development. Uformia found Norinnova and Hålogaland Kapital to be the right choice. Together these investment groups offer unique flexibility, an active support network and a proven track record. The investment teams are excited by possibilities with Uformia's groundbreaking technology and look forward to assisting in the success of the company.
Uformia expects their first product to be released by the fall and looks forward to bringing the 3D design and fabrication revolution to the world - while being situated above the Arctic Circle, in one of the most beautiful places of the world.
From left: Hilde Svenning (Hålogaland Kapital AS), Cherie Stamm (Uformia AS) and Bard Hall (Norinnova AS)
About Uformia AS
Uformia is an international north Norwegian company who aims to develop a new kind of 3D software that will solve many of the problems of today's software, especially in the field of digital fabrication.
About Norinnova AS
Norinnova, short for Northern Innovation, is an innovation company with the main objective to commercialize new business ideas based on research activities and new technologies.
About Hålogaland Kapital AS
Hålogaland Kapital is a regional investment company with a mission to create profitable new businesses in the region through new innovation, knowledge-based enterprises and innovation in existing businesses.
Contacts:
Uformia AS
Cherie Stamm, CEO cherie@uformiaworld.com
468 36 475
Norinnova AS Bård Hall, CEO
baard@norinnova.no
905 15 342
Hålogaland Kapital AS
Hilde Svenning, CEO
hilde@kupa.no
770 415 10
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International Conference on Additive Manufacturing
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Join Turlif and team for a talk on Digital Materialization in the UK at The International Conference on Additive Manufacturing - 7th - 8th July, 2010. They might just bring along some sneak peaks of what we have been up to.
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Our CTO, Turlif Vilbrandt spoke at the Unconventional Computing & Architecture, a conference in London exploring new materials for architectural practice. Check out the article on Wired about it.
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