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M Aerospace RTC is a manufacturing technology company specializing in metal three-dimensional (3D) printing systems, enhanced by virtual reality technology. The company focuses on additive manufacturing, providing a range of metal materials and combinations suitable for diverse applications. By offering capabilities for large-scale production and rapid prototyping, M Aerospace RTC aims to meet the needs of the 3D printing industry in a cost-effective manner. Its innovative approach to manufacturing positions it as a key player in the evolving landscape of aerospace and related sectors.

RoadPrintz, Inc. specializes in the manufacture of robotic equipment designed for road painting and pavement markings. Based in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, the company focuses on providing machines that can survey, map, paint, and repaint various road markings, including signs such as turn arrows and lane separators. Founded in 2018, RoadPrintz aims to enhance road safety by making effective visual street markings more affordable and accessible for all road users.

LabsCubed Inc. is a Canadian company based in Kitchener, founded in 2016, that specializes in the manufacture of automated testing systems for materials, particularly plastics and rubbers. The company's advanced machines facilitate rapid and intelligent stress testing of polymer materials by automating the physical testing process and data collection. By loading tensile samples into its systems, LabsCubed enables manufacturers to conduct numerical simulations and gather detailed analytical information efficiently. This innovation helps companies save both time and money in the development of new and innovative materials.

Recovering 3D models using 2D images

AMPHIBIO is a 3D printed amphibious garment which function as a gill. Designed for a future where humankind lives in very close proximity with water, it provides daily comfort to people who spend as much time in the water as on the land.

CADEL DEINKING is a technological development company created with the aim of implementing plastic recyclers and converting companies in an innovative plastic recycling process, through which it is possible to eliminate printed ink on plastic surfaces. The technology, developed by CADEL DEINKING , allows for the first time to eliminate the ink from the plastic before its recycling to obtain a product with a quality very similar to virgin plastic. This allows to use it in the same applications as a new material. It is a unique technology in the world, whose patent has been extended to more than 20 countries. CADEL DEINKING has a demonstration plant in San Vicente del Raspeig (Alicante) that allows to carry out all the steps of the process on an industrial scale. CADEL DEINKING demonstrates in its facilities the feasibility of the process technique before the companies interested in arranging the technology, mainly large film printers and recyclers. The tests carried out at the CADEL DEINKING deinking plant with the client material are a key step before licensing the technology and developing the engineering at the client's facilities. The companies that choose to install a de-inking plant in their facilities will increase their competitiveness, since they will offer their customers a recycled material of very high quality. CADEL DEINKING shares the efforts of industries to improve the quality of products with increasingly sustainable processes and methods.

TissueLabs Pesquisa e Desenvolvimento LTDA is a Brazilian company based in São Paulo, founded in 2019, specializing in the development of laboratory platforms for creating organs and tissues. The company offers a range of products designed for advanced research in drug delivery and organ fabrication. Among its offerings are TissueStart, a 3D bio printer for biofabrication, and MatriXpec, hydrogels that provide tissue-specific microenvironments for three-dimensional cell culture. Additionally, TissueLabs produces MatriCoat, which transforms tissue culture plastics, and MatriWell, cell culture inserts that contain hydrogel. These products are available for purchase through the company’s online portal, facilitating state-of-the-art research and innovation in the field of tissue engineering.

Matricelf is a biotechnology company that operates 3D print tissues and organs that reducing the risk of implant rejection. The company's proprietary decellularization process separates stromal cells and extracellular matrix (ECM) from a small omental biopsy sample a, A thermo-responsive hydrogel is produced from the ECM. The stromal cells are reprogramed into induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) which are then incorporated into the hydrogel before being differentiated into the desired functional tissue using our patent-pending methodology. Matricelf also focuses on spinal cord implants that are produced for patients suffering from intra-abdominal fat biopsy traumatic spinal cord injuries, enabling patients to restore neuronal activity, a motor function that assists them in daily activities, and integrates back into the community. The company was founded in 2019 by Professor Tal Dvir of the Laboratory for Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine from Tel Aviv University.

Readily3D is a company based in Lausanne, Switzerland, specializing in ultrafast 3D printing solutions. Founded in 2015, it focuses on creating comfortable orthoses for patients with hearing loss and producing surgical models for use by medical professionals. The company's innovative technology utilizes a liquid photo-sensitive polymer, which is irradiated from multiple angles using pre-computed dynamic light patterns. This approach allows for the fabrication of complex, patient-tailored devices made from elastic materials, ultimately enhancing patient care and streamlining surgical planning for physicians.

Hi-D Imaging AG specializes in developing a software-as-a-service platform that enhances pre-operative planning for patients requiring aortic valve replacement. Founded in 2019 and based in Winterthur, Switzerland, the company utilizes advanced imaging technologies to assess individualized hemodynamics and optimize the selection of heart valve size and shape prior to trans-catheter aortic valve implantation. Their platform enables detailed analysis of blood flow patterns and provides in-vitro fluid dynamic evaluations, allowing healthcare professionals to tailor solutions based on the unique physiological characteristics of each patient with aortic stenosis. By addressing the limitations of traditional medical imaging, Hi-D Imaging aims to improve surgical planning efficiency and ultimately enhance patient outcomes in cardiovascular care.

TeVido BioDevices, Inc. is a biotechnology start-up based in Austin, Texas, focused on developing tissue-engineered products for reconstructive surgery. Established in 2016, the company leverages 3D bio-printing technology and patients' living cells to create custom grafts tailored to individual needs. TeVido's innovative approach aims to enhance options for breast cancer survivors and others experiencing disfigurement, ultimately improving self-esteem and quality of life. In addition to its primary focus on breast reconstruction, TeVido's technology is applicable to a broad range of needs in wound healing and cosmetic surgery, addressing various unmet demands in these fields. The company's advancements in cellular therapy and manufacturing techniques enable the restoration of lost skin color, offering significant improvements in surgical outcomes.

Developer of natural and wood-based raw materials designed to help produce industrial and household products. The company's materials preserve the natural properties of wood including appearance and feel, and enable the production of products with natural and unique properties such as consumer products currently produced of plastic, furniture, and construction products, enabling clients to design natural wood products, without design restrictions, while using the standard, common practice of industrial methods for other materials such as plastic.

Operator of a medical device company intended to create and analyze engineering structural-thermal models. The company uses bioresorbable stent technology and provides engineering services through research, mechanical and mechanism design development, and structural and thermal analysis, enabling medical researchers to access a new generation of polymeric stents.

re:3D reduces production complexity by providing affordable, industrial 3D printers that transform big ideas into tangible realities. With a build volume of eight cubic feet and robust construction, Gigabot can print objects 30x larger than competing desktop models. Up until now, personal 3D printing has been limited to toys and trinkets, while the Gigabot will bring your biggest dreams to life. re:3D's customer base comprises an esteemed group of designers, small business owners, manufacturers, educators, prototypists, and hobbyists in over 30 countries around the globe. Currently, re:3D is scaling manufacturing operations, and exploring alternate materials and feedstocks with global leaders in material and life sciences.

Operator of a digital designing software platform intended to bring the entire physical product design journey into one digital studio. The company's platform utilizes artificial intelligence to create design briefs and collaborate with others for designing, engineering, and fabrication, enabling users to turn their ideas from a sketch to a product.

CellSpring is a biotechnology company based in Zurich, Switzerland, focused on enhancing cell-based in vitro studies through innovative technology. Its flagship platform, 3D Bloom, allows for the rapid creation of biomimetic microtissues that are independent of cell type. This platform significantly improves upon traditional 3D cell culture methods by offering faster fabrication, greater reliability, and enhanced versatility. The microtissues developed using 3D Bloom are designed to serve various biological functions, including aiding clinicians in the early diagnosis of cancer. Through its advancements, CellSpring aims to facilitate fundamental improvements in the field of biotechnology and medical research.

Reboot Medical has developed novel photo-curable textiles and matching UV-A and blue light sources. Our products deliver full strength cast and splints to treat bone fractures in seconds without messy and infection-prone water baths, gloves, or complex disposal. Through new materials, our vision is to reboot the materials and devices used in orthopedic fracture care to enable quick treatment, that can be done anywhere at any time to save healthcare providers and patients time and money.

Developer of a 3D radio-drama platform designed to help the blind. The company's platform is a medium for the blind to make comics accessible to them in an immersive format using 3D sound, motion simulation, and smell, enabling blind people to read without any constraints.

Additive Flow is a computer software company that focuses on developing a software platform for 3D object printing. It features AI-enabled tools to introduce a paradigm shift in how products are conceived. Based on user-defined targets and physics-driven optimization.

Developer of medical devices and other technology intended to treat joint injuries and diseases. The company's devices replace lost and damaged cartilage and encourage new tissue growth, enabling medical practitioners to access cost-effective and on-demand devices that improve outcomes in young and active patients with knee damage.

Magnomer is a manufacturer based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializing in innovative magnetic inks aimed at enhancing the recyclability of plastic packaging. Founded in 2017, the company focuses on developing printable magnetizable inks that serve as a design tool for consumer brands and manufacturers. These inks improve the scalability of recycling processes for multi-layer plastics, which are traditionally challenging to recycle. By integrating their magnetic inks into packaging, Magnomer enables recycling facilities to utilize magnetic sorting technology, facilitating the efficient separation of materials. This approach aligns with the principles of the circular economy, promoting better sustainability in packaging without necessitating changes in manufacturing processes.

Operator of an online marketplace intended to simplify the purchase of printed items. The company's platform offers a comprehensive portfolio through an automated process that simplifies the purchase of printed and promotional items, advertising prints, custom textiles and large formats, enabling businesses and freelancers to purchase business cards, brochures, flyers, posters for business promotion from the comfort of their homes or office at competitive prices.

FOLDAWAY, aims to develop ultra-portable and low cost origami haptic interfaces. Such devices allow the user to experience an advanced level of interaction that is based on the sense of touch. The first prototype has three degrees of freedom and can interact with human fingers by tracking their motion and providing force, stiffness and texture perception. Through its unique origami manufacturing, it is the first haptic interface that folds-away when not in use. Its palm size, and thin design, makes it the ideal user interface for any portable device.

Developer of a medical device intended to create 3D tissue patches for wounds in animals. The company's device comes with a special biopolymeric mixture that combines with the animal's blood and releases growth factors that stimulate regeneration, enabling vets to treat traumatic, Chirurgie, and chronic injuries in small and large animals like dogs, cats, and horses.

Those is a design studio founded in 2015 with the intent to pursue the use of technologies in design. It focuses on connecting the physical and the digital worlds. Its first product was Woodpecker, a scalable digital drawing tool that can be placed and programmed to draw on any surface. With a mission to create new ways to combine the digital with the physical, Those has now created Joto, an antidote to our reliance on pixels and glass screens. Joto takes the concept behind Woodpecker – transferring digital files, whether it’s pictures, texts or tweets, and into a real life image – and applies it to a product accessible and suitable for home use.

CREAL3D SA, founded in 2017 and based in Ecublens, Switzerland, specializes in developing advanced light field technology for virtual reality and mixed reality headsets. This innovative technology enhances immersion by projecting images with genuine optical depth, addressing common issues such as eye strain, nausea, and discomfort associated with existing headsets. Additionally, CREAL's near-eye light-field display is designed to be compact and easy to manufacture, positioning the company as a key player in improving user experience in immersive technologies.

Kinetic Batteries is a pioneering company in the field of battery production, known for its patented scalable additive manufacturing technology. This innovative dry spray process enables the consolidation of active materials and metal binder powders into lithium-ion battery electrodes without the need for solvent drying or calendaring. By integrating this technology into existing roll-to-roll manufacturing lines or employing true 3D printing methods, Kinetic Batteries not only enhances manufacturing flexibility but also significantly reduces production costs and environmental impact. The company's advancements aim to lower the price of batteries from $250 per kilowatt-hour to below $100, making lithium-ion systems competitive with traditional energy delivery methods. Additionally, their approach allows for the creation of conformable batteries that can be utilized as structural components, optimizing space and enabling highly customized electrochemical performance. As a result, Kinetic Batteries is positioned to accelerate the adoption of energy storage solutions in the market.

BlocksCAD is 3D modeling software designed by teachers, for teachers. They wanted software that was easy enough to use for grades 3+ while providing rich learning outcomes by developing strong math and computer programming skills. With a simple block-based programming interface, students will write programs to design their models. To do this, they will build a strong understanding of the underlying geometry of the 3D space.

Developer of an organs-on-chips system designed to revolutionize pharmaceutical development and personalized medicine. The company's systems use origami folding to convert easy-to-manufacture, 2D patterns into complex, 3D tissue architectures, thereby enabling clients to advance the development of pharmaceutical, chemical, food, cosmetic, and personalized medicine products.

MotionTech is a company that has developed innovative silicone 3D printing technology aimed at transforming the orthopaedic industry. The company offers a service called "Your Liner," which enables prosthetic technicians worldwide to order customized silicone equipment tailored to individual patient needs. This approach fosters a shift from traditional mass production to mass customization in orthopaedic solutions. MotionTech's technology includes a 3D scanner that accurately captures the shape of a patient's stump, allowing for precise measurements and modifications. These specifications are then used to produce custom-made silicone sleeves that help redistribute pressure and reduce friction, addressing common issues of prosthetic discomfort. Through these advancements, MotionTech aims to enhance the overall experience for both prosthetists and patients.

There are 7.4 billion unique people in the world, but why are all glasses, sunglasses, helmets one-size-fits all Skelmet is redefining the wearables industry with 3D Fit technology that combines state of the art 3D scanning with 3D printing to automatically measure, design, and produce custom head-worn products. The most recent product the company launched - the Falcon I bespoke sport sunglasses are the world's first true custom fit sport sunglasses, guaranteed to fit perfectly. Whether for a runner, a cyclist, or an outdoorsman, they are the lightest (17g) and best anti-fog sunglasses, engineered to give the best performance and protection.

Nonspec aims to deliver a low-cost, adjustable, and durable prosthetic limb kit to clinics throughout the world. By mass producing parts that form a hyper adjustable device that can adapt to a range of patient sizes, our goal is to change the face of the prosthetic industry by offering a kit as a practical solution for those in need throughout the world.

They use a VR headset and a gesture recognition camera to create a high quality, enjoyable experience that will allow customers to interact naturally with products using only their hands, view from every angle and customize the product in the VR.They've created an amazing shopping experience using Virtual Reality (VR), helping reatilers by reducing physical store space, and support marketing through consumer behavior analysis.

MediPrint is a Mexico City-based company focused on creating customized high-tech medical solutions through 3D printing technology. Collaborating with medical professionals and institutions, the company develops a variety of products, including rehabilitation braces, orthopedic insoles, supports for dental prostheses, and anatomical models for medical use. MediPrint also engages in individual projects, offering personalized services to clients interested in their innovative developments. Additionally, the company operates a division called 3DPlus, which extends its 3D printing capabilities beyond healthcare to produce prototypes, molds, and custom objects for various applications. By making advanced 3D printing technology accessible, MediPrint aims to enhance patient care and provide tailored solutions in the medical field.

Every day more than 1 million implants are placed into human and animal bodies using open surgery. Lumigbo has developed a technology to build up implants inside the body using an access channel of less than half a millimeter in diameter. The procedure can be used for almost any type of implant. We have developed minimally viable prototypes for neurovascular, orthopedic and dental applications. Currently, we are improving our prototypes and expect to close round A in the third quarter of 2018.

Piktia is a mobile app where users can choose their favorite photos from their phone or social media, to create prints and photo albums in seconds and get them delivered at their doorstep. Taking photos and sharing them with friends and family has never been easier, thanks to Smartphones, trillions of photographs are created every day, and many of them have the possibility to become printed pictures. Today’s photo printing solutions are expensive, inefficient and hard to use. Users in Latin America have to spend over 90 minutes in average to print their photos. With Piktia they can do it in just seconds and get their pictures delivered at home.

Imverse SA, founded in 2017 and headquartered in Plan-les-Ouates, Switzerland, specializes in software development for Mixed Reality content creation. The company provides innovative tools that enable users to convert 360-degree images into 3D formats and create virtual-reality content in real-time, utilizing virtual-reality glasses. Imverse also offers B2B services that facilitate the creation of immersive VR/MR experiences featuring live hologram actors and real-time visual effects sourced from a single 360° photo. An EPFL spin-off, Imverse employs a proprietary voxel engine to support the deployment of volumetric technology in various sectors, including Location Based Entertainment, live broadcasting, and telepresence. Their platform leverages depth cameras and reality capture software, enhancing personal connections and fostering trust in holographic collaboration and communication.

Piktia is a mobile app where users can choose their favorite photos from their phone or social media, to create prints and photo albums in seconds and get them delivered at their doorstep. Taking photos and sharing them with friends and family has never been easier, thanks to Smartphones, trillions of photographs are created every day, and many of them have the possibility to become printed pictures. Today’s photo printing solutions are expensive, inefficient and hard to use. Users in Latin America have to spend over 90 minutes in average to print their photos. With Piktia they can do it in just seconds and get their pictures delivered at home.

Inka Robotics was founded with a rebellious young spirit, to change the tattoo world by revolutionizing technology, prices, hygiene and safety. Inka Robotics is building an autonomous tattooing robot controlled by computer vision. They have already produced a working technology demonstrator: http://youtu.be/SPbUeR06U0E The tattoo market is one of the faster-growing ones, and almost untouched by technology. In the US, there are over 65 million American with one tattoo or more - spending over 3 billion dollars annually on them. In fact, in the US you are more likely to own a tattoo than to own an iPhone. This incredible market hasn't advanced technologically in over a hundred years! The robot they developed is capable of performing designs that a human hand cannot. Moreover, this robot is capable of creating perfect tattoo reproductions - so famous tattoo artists can have their designs tattooed all over the world (customers from all over the world do not need to physically get to those tattoo artists). This is a great incentive for tattoo artists to join in.

MotionTech is a company that has developed innovative silicone 3D printing technology aimed at transforming the orthopaedic industry. The company offers a service called "Your Liner," which enables prosthetic technicians worldwide to order customized silicone equipment tailored to individual patient needs. This approach fosters a shift from traditional mass production to mass customization in orthopaedic solutions. MotionTech's technology includes a 3D scanner that accurately captures the shape of a patient's stump, allowing for precise measurements and modifications. These specifications are then used to produce custom-made silicone sleeves that help redistribute pressure and reduce friction, addressing common issues of prosthetic discomfort. Through these advancements, MotionTech aims to enhance the overall experience for both prosthetists and patients.

ARTMYN provides a disruptive solution for highly accurate digitization of visual artworks, with interactive rendering on mobile devices and accessible via a simple web browser. A unique portable scanner captures gigabytes of data describing the artwork in its finest details, which, along with proprietary web technologies, result in a true-to-life visualisation. This complete new experience allows users to embark on an emotional journey where digital replicas can be explored just as if the originals were in their very own hands.

Fastree3D SA is a Swiss company founded in 2013, specializing in the manufacture of advanced 3D imaging sensors that facilitate the recognition and localization of fast-moving objects in real time. These sensors are essential for driving assistance systems and autonomous navigation, allowing vehicles and machines to monitor their surroundings effectively. The company develops a software development kit that integrates a photo-sensor module, illumination, and an embedded software pre-processing unit, enabling partners to create sophisticated vision applications. Fastree3D operates as a fabless semiconductor firm and is a spin-off from EPFL Lausanne, with a subsidiary that collaborates on research projects with TU-Delft in the Netherlands.

Nowadays the development of more and more sophisticated machines and constructions is not possible without computer aided design (CAD) software. But the development of CAD drops behind the demands of manufacturing. The decade from late 80’s to late 90’s was a revolutionary period for the CAD industry. This revolution was initiated by Parametric Technology Corporation (PTC) that introduced parametric feature-based approach to solid modeling, which became de facto the standard for the industry. But the last decade was the years of stagnation in the CAD industry. It was the time the industry was waiting for big game-changing technologies and product to come. Cloud Invent goes to the market with such ground-breaking technology – Cheetah Solver, which allows resolving constrained geometric models containing hundreds of thousands of constraints (solvers of the leading CAD vendors are able to resolve only about some hundreds of constraints). This is their main technological pillar - none of their competitors have a geometric modeling technology that is even close to what they have. Another technological pillar, Cloud Invent is rested on, is the cloud computing, which is supposed to become the mainstream of the software development for the next decades. While main CAD vendors are hesitating whether there are enough reasons to move to the cloud, they are ready to jump now into this new brave world. One of the main bottlenecks of the traditional CAD software is the parallelization of computations in order to use, on one hand, functionality of modern multi-core processors, and, on the other hand, advantages of distributed computing in a cloud environment. The situation with Cheetah solver is the opposite – it is ideal for parallelization, and cloud environment is the perfect place for its race. Cheetah might be a driving force for transition of the CAD industry to such a cloud platforms as Windows Azure of Microsoft, or Amazon Web Services (or some other cloud platforms). Cheetah not only uses the full power of multi-core processors, but can offer cloud environment to any CAD user as his personal super-computer (with unlimited power) and do it on the basis of a much more attractive price model than the traditional per-workplace licensing.

LightForce Orthodontics addresses this problem by applying patented, next-generation manufacturing technology adapted for use in orthodontic treatment by the industry's leading experts. It enables orthodontists to utilize its 3D-printing technology to create custom braces for each individual patient, significantly reducing the number of adjustment visits needed.

High Q Imaging intends to lower the cost of MRI machines by an order of magnitude through an innovative redesign of the MRI system inspired by modern research and internally generated IP.

Granta is a dream of a group of talented people with the vision of helping the disadvantaged and making a positive change. They provide a high-end solution, to design and manufacture a faster, cheaper, exact and personalised implant for every patient, making possible to have an aesthetical result that facilitates their reinsertion to society. Annually more than 30k people experience this problem in Mexico, of which 90% are from the public health sector which is over saturated & could be benefited.

VRDoodler is a browser-based 3D drawing platform that can render in virtual reality, and into 3D printable objects. Haven is a crowd-sourced audio-visual storytelling VR platform to be built on top of VRDoodler.

PrintCB develops the next generation materials, copper inks, replacing the most expensive component used in PE today: silver. Replacing silver with copper will reduce manufacturing costs significantly, creating endless opportunities for new design and manufacturing in a $70B market. PrintCB develops copper inks for printed-electronics manufacturing.

Fortify is a Boston-based advanced manufacturing company that specializes in designing and producing custom composite materials using a patented magnetic 3D printing technology. Founded in 2016, the company focuses on creating high-performance products reinforced with carbon fiber, fiberglass, and ceramics. Fortify's innovative approach aims to transform the additive manufacturing landscape by offering optimized composite materials suitable for a variety of applications, including tool manufacturing, aerospace, and automotive industries. With a commitment to affordability and customization, Fortify is positioned to lead advancements in the production of reinforced composite products.

SUN bioscience SA is a bioengineering company based in Epalinges, Switzerland, founded in 2016. The company specializes in developing drug culture platforms that facilitate personalized medicine through the creation of patient-specific organoids, which are miniature 3D tissues derived from stem cells. Its flagship product, Gri3D, employs a proprietary high-throughput microwell array technology to produce these organoids, enabling reproducible image-based phenotypic screenings. By utilizing these organoids, SUN bioscience aims to enhance drug testing and the generation of safe, transplantable tissues, addressing current limitations in organoid culture related to scalability and automation. This innovative approach allows for early assessment of pharmaceutical efficacy and toxicity, paving the way for a new paradigm in drug discovery that moves beyond traditional animal or human testing.

Fastree3D SA is a Swiss company founded in 2013, specializing in the manufacture of advanced 3D imaging sensors that facilitate the recognition and localization of fast-moving objects in real time. These sensors are essential for driving assistance systems and autonomous navigation, allowing vehicles and machines to monitor their surroundings effectively. The company develops a software development kit that integrates a photo-sensor module, illumination, and an embedded software pre-processing unit, enabling partners to create sophisticated vision applications. Fastree3D operates as a fabless semiconductor firm and is a spin-off from EPFL Lausanne, with a subsidiary that collaborates on research projects with TU-Delft in the Netherlands.

ARTMYN provides a disruptive solution for highly accurate digitization of visual artworks, with interactive rendering on mobile devices and accessible via a simple web browser. A unique portable scanner captures gigabytes of data describing the artwork in its finest details, which, along with proprietary web technologies, result in a true-to-life visualisation. This complete new experience allows users to embark on an emotional journey where digital replicas can be explored just as if the originals were in their very own hands.

Rayform SA specializes in advanced light redirection technology that enhances the design potential of luxury products and packaging. Founded in 2016 and located in Ecublens, Switzerland, the company utilizes a proprietary computer algorithm to calculate the three-dimensional surfaces required to project specific target images using light. By adjusting the shape of transparent or reflective surfaces based on these calculations, Rayform enables the redirection of incoming light to create vivid and detailed images on adjacent surfaces. This innovative technology not only offers unique design opportunities for artists and brands but also serves as a means to enhance product security and counterfeiting prevention.

Fathom is a company that specializes in creating hologram-like 3D experiences using standard printing technology. Founded in 2014 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, Fathom enables users to produce 3D images by printing specific patterns on clear film, which allows the 3D object to extend significantly beyond the film's thickness. This innovative approach leverages readily available printers, inks, and media, making it accessible for a variety of applications.

Visualwise Ltd. is a London-based company founded in 2014 that specializes in providing virtual reality solutions for architects. The company develops a virtual reality engine that enables users to convert sketches, 3D models, and textures into immersive three-dimensional images. By offering stereoscopic goggles that transform smartphones into virtual reality devices, Visualwise enhances the architectural design process, allowing for seamless communication and visualization of designs. The company operates on a subscription model, charging a monthly license fee per user, in addition to offering various services and graphical assets through its CAD plugin.

Response Technologies, LLC is dedicated to serving the material science and additive manufacturing needs of the national defense, energy, aerospace, automotive & transportation, and consumer product industries.

Poly6 Technologies, Inc. offers digital manufacturing solutions to the biotechnology, aerospace, and electronics industry. The company manufactures its products through 3D printing technology. The company develops several stimuli-responsive materials systems that help hardware, software and materials to get integrated into established production processes. Poly6 Technologies, Inc. was incorporated in 2015 and is based in Boston, Massachusetts. As of September 30, 2019, Poly6 Technologies, Inc. operates as a subsidiary of WP CPP Holdings, LLC.

Moteefe is an e-commerce platform founded in 2014 that enables individuals and businesses to sell customized merchandise through social media channels. It offers a comprehensive solution for merchants of all sizes, allowing them to quickly transform their brand and creative designs into market-ready products. The platform caters to both individual entrepreneurs and larger retailers, facilitating the creation and global distribution of custom clothing and merchandise. By streamlining the process of selling personalized items online, Moteefe empowers users to reach a broader audience and enhance their brand presence.

Makers Empire helps K-8 educators teach Design Thinking, STEM and 21st-century learning skills with 3D printing and 3D design. Makers Empire makes the world’s easiest to use 3D design software, Makers Empire 3D, which works on all computers, devices and tablets. Makers Empire 3D is the cornerstone of our solutions for elementary, primary and middle schools: 1.Makers Empire 3D Learning Program for individual schools; 2.Learning by Design course for groups of schools; and 3.Custom professional learning courses for education departments, ministries and school districts. We currently work with a thousand schools, 16,000+ educators and 850,000+ students in forty countries around the world. We have successfully delivered Makers Empire and 3D technology to groups of 200+ schools in Australia, the USA and the Middle East. To date, our student designers have created over 8.5 million designs using Makers Empire 3D – that’s 50,000 new designs every day!

Danger!Awesome is designing and launching the world’s first super-powered professional solid-state laser cutter at a consumer price point. Unlike CO2-based laser systems, their device cuts metal and achieves much higher power on all materials, without the $25K-$75K price tag. Hundreds of thousands of users rely on these devices daily - design firms, architects, and universities - are shopping to replace their laser devices with more modern, more powerful, and less expensive machines. They’re now joined by libraries, schools, and community spaces, buying new laser cutters in incredible numbers.

NVBOTS specializes in automated 3D printing solutions that address complex industrial challenges. Their innovative technology allows for the printing of multiple metals in a single build, including stainless steel, titanium, and aluminum, among others. This capability is complemented by ultra-high-speed printing, which is over ten times faster than traditional methods, providing significant cost advantages. The company’s flagship product, the NVPro™, is a comprehensive 3D printing solution that features patented automated part removal, functioning as an automated factory in a box. It operates continuously and can be accessed from any device through a cloud-based interface, allowing users to print parts at their convenience while maintaining full control over the workflow. NVBOTS' commitment to disruptive innovation is further demonstrated through their research and development program, NVLABS, which focuses on advancing their 3D printing technology.

Oral cancer patients often suffer from debilitating damage to healthy tissue during treatment. OralSave's radiation delivery device aims to protect healthy oral tissue, allowing for non surgical, pinpoint radiation therapy with no need for a specially trained maxillofacial prosthodontist. The device is patient-specific and manufactured rapidly using 3D printing. For patients around the world, this could result in retaining the ability to eat, taste, swallow and produce saliva.

Mebotics specializes in hybrid desktop manufacturing machines that integrate both 3D printing and CNC milling technologies. Their innovative devices enable additive manufacturing using plastics with the capability of handling up to two materials and four colors simultaneously, as well as subtractive manufacturing with woods and metals. The machines are designed with a robust, self-cleaning, and noise-reducing chassis, featuring a fully networkable onboard computer and an extensive array of safety features. By offering these advanced manufacturing capabilities, Mebotics allows prototypers and small-scale manufacturers to access machine-shop technologies in diverse environments, including labs, office spaces, and outdoor settings.

DCDI changes the uncomfortable and time consuming current dentures impression technique, which is a major pain and involves physical elastic impression materials, proposing a quick and elegant optical solution. This is a unique solution for a multi-billion $ market.

Artisan's Asylum is a non-profit makerspace dedicated to the teaching and practice of fabrication. It serves as a community workshop that provides access to a fully equipped and professionally maintained manufacturing facility. This facility supports a variety of capabilities, including precision metal machining, electrical fabrication, welding, woodworking, sewing and fiber arts, as well as computer-aided design and screen printing. Artisan's Asylum offers affordable classes to the public, flexible membership options, and workspace, fostering a collaborative environment for individuals to explore and realize their creative ideas. The organization also hosts speakers and special events, further enriching the community's educational experience.

3Derm Systems, Inc. is a Boston-based company focused on enhancing dermatological care through innovative imaging technology. Founded in 2011, it provides a handheld skin imager and cloud-based software that enables users, including non-dermatologists, to capture high-resolution 3D images of skin lesions. This system allows patients to monitor their skin conditions from home, significantly reducing the need for frequent in-office visits, which can be both costly and inconvenient. By facilitating remote reviews of these images by trained dermatologists, 3Derm ensures timely monitoring of potential skin cancers and other skin issues. This approach not only cuts down on wait times but also helps manage the healthcare resources more efficiently. The company's mission is to improve access to dermatological care and provide a cost-effective solution that empowers patients while maintaining high diagnostic standards. As of August 2020, 3Derm operates as a subsidiary of Digital Diagnostics, Inc.

Dimples is a company focused on helping organizations and individuals reduce printing costs and environmental impact through innovative ink and toner conservation solutions. The company has developed a patented method that creates unique perforation overlays, known as 'dimples,' which are applied to fonts. This technology allows users to maintain the visual integrity of printed text while significantly decreasing ink and toner consumption. By offering engineering-focused software and font overlays, Dimples enables newspapers, magazines, and other organizations to utilize their existing fonts, effectively promoting cost savings and sustainability in the printing process.

3Derm Systems, Inc. is a Boston-based company focused on enhancing dermatological care through innovative imaging technology. Founded in 2011, it provides a handheld skin imager and cloud-based software that enables users, including non-dermatologists, to capture high-resolution 3D images of skin lesions. This system allows patients to monitor their skin conditions from home, significantly reducing the need for frequent in-office visits, which can be both costly and inconvenient. By facilitating remote reviews of these images by trained dermatologists, 3Derm ensures timely monitoring of potential skin cancers and other skin issues. This approach not only cuts down on wait times but also helps manage the healthcare resources more efficiently. The company's mission is to improve access to dermatological care and provide a cost-effective solution that empowers patients while maintaining high diagnostic standards. As of August 2020, 3Derm operates as a subsidiary of Digital Diagnostics, Inc.

Voxel8 Inc. is a company focused on advancing 3D printing technology by integrating electronic functionalities into traditional 3D printed structures. Established in 2013 and located in Somerville, Massachusetts, Voxel8 designs and manufactures desktop 3D printers capable of printing thermoplastics and UV resins. The company specializes in innovative materials that enable the embedding of conductors, wires, and batteries within standard 3D printing matrices, based on research from Harvard University. Additionally, Voxel8 offers Project Wire, a cloud-based software tool that assists users in designing 3D printable electronic devices that can be efficiently produced using their printers.

Flatev AG is a company that specializes in manufacturing tortilla makers and dough pods designed for home and commercial use. The innovative machine created by Flatev can prepare fresh tortillas and various flatbreads, such as rotis and chapattis, in under a minute with the touch of a button. Utilizing a pod system akin to that of a coffee maker, the machine transforms capsules of dough into freshly baked bread that rivals the taste of handmade products. Flatev offers a variety of dough pods, including corn, blue corn, and flour options, catering to diverse culinary preferences. The company plans to distribute its machines through department and kitchen stores, as well as wholesale clubs, while the dough pods will be available in grocery stores. Founded in 2012, Flatev is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland, with additional offices in New Jersey and New York.

3-Spark, a spinoff from Northeastern University, specializes in advanced 3D printing technology that enables the creation of parts with integrated electronics and sensors. This innovative approach is aimed at transforming the design and fabrication processes for a variety of industries, from biomedical technology research to individual innovators. The company's desktop fabrication system enhances the capabilities of designers and engineers, allowing for the development of custom devices that were previously difficult to produce. Initially funded through NSF grants and the Catalyst Seed funding contest, 3-Spark has successfully completed its prototype in its first year and is now in the process of expanding its team to further advance its mission.

3dim is a technology company focused on revolutionizing interaction with smart devices through its innovative 3D gesture sensor. This sensor, based on a novel optical signal processing technique developed at MIT, offers precise gesture recognition while significantly reducing power consumption and computational demands. The company's patent-pending solution operates at the firmware level, eliminating the need for additional hardware components. This cameraless technology allows users to engage with their devices—such as smartphones, tablets, and wearables—through intuitive 3D gestures, moving beyond traditional touch interfaces. 3dim aims to enhance user experience by enabling seamless and reliable gestural control in various lighting conditions, making it a pioneering player in the mobile device market.

Guided Surgery Solutions, LLC specializes in the design, manufacture, and sale of 3D image-based surgical guides specifically for dental implant surgery. The company's flagship product, the ThinLayer Drill Guide System, was developed to address design limitations in existing surgical guides and aims to make guided surgery both technically and economically feasible for dental surgeons. By providing these innovative solutions, Guided Surgery Solutions enables dental professionals to enhance their surgical precision and improve patient outcomes. Established in 2009, the company is headquartered in Wellesley, Massachusetts, and serves a diverse clientele of dental surgeons and laboratories.

File2Part is connecting digital and physical worlds using innovative approach to 3D printing. File2Part is implementing a new approach to Rapid prototyping and Rapid Manufacturing equipment and processes. No other 3D printer except Their can produce both functional and full color parts. Their printers are safe to use in any environment including schools. Their software package is the best in the industry. It allows the use of the all existing CAD formats and will work with Google SketchUp. Their low cost products will dominate the fast growing multibillion dollars RP market.

Artaic, LLC, established in 2007 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, specializes in designing and fabricating custom tile work for both commercial and residential markets. The company offers a wide range of mosaic and tile designs suitable for various applications including bathrooms, backsplashes, flooring, hotels, kitchens, lobbies, outdoor spaces, pools, and restaurants. In addition to its design services, Artaic provides installation services to clients. The company employs advanced technology, utilizing computer-aided design software, a cloud-based logistics system, and an innovative robotic mosaic assembly system to ensure precision and efficiency in its projects. Artaic has garnered support through investments from angel investors and corporate offices, as well as significant non-dilutive grant funding from various organizations.

Zero+ deploys innovative thermoplastic structural panels to offer highly efficient low-cost thin-skin buildings. These offer a radical alternative to current building methodologies, economizing drastically on material, labor and energy in fabrication; providing highly resilient, low maintenance, high quality buildings; offering accurate, energy-efficient, elegant building envelopes. These can be built locally using no heavy site machinery, and offer earthquake, hurricane and flood-proof housing.

NetVirta’s Verifyt 3D scanning mobile app and end-to-end platform streamlines the entire process of offering custom-fit merchandise and providing flawless-fit style & size recommendations to any customer with a smartphone: a 2.1B market-growing daily. Located in Greater Boston and Singapore, the company attracts employees from leading technical universities passionate about innovating 3D imaging technology and improving e-commerce applications.