Category: Industry News

3D-Printed Music Scores Help The Blind Feel Every Note

The University of Wisconsin’s Mechanical Engineering department has found a way to use 3D printers to make 3D music scores for the blind. The 3D music scores are in its early stages and the engineers have to overcome some hurdles like how to mass-produce them. For more information: http://www.msn.com/en-us/news/technology/3d-printed-music-scores-help-the-blind-feel-every-note/ar-AA85MqO?ocid=UP97DHP  

NYC Bans Expanded Polystyrene Food Containers And Opens Market To Alternatives

Despite the chemical industry’s heavy protesting and lobbying, NYC finalized its ban on polystyrene food and beverage containers. The city’s Dept. of Sanitation claims that the polystyrene foam is not recyclable or reusable. Chemical manufacturers of these products are arguing that polystyrene is indeed recyclable. Other cities that also has banned the use of polystyrene... Read more »