He is talking to Calibrated Diamonds, a company based in Johannesburg, South Africa, about combining his optimisation techniques with an advanced laser-cutting system.

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He believes that combining his laser-cutting with Dr Holden's software, and automating the whole process, could both reduce waste dramatically and cut the turnaround time from months to days.

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John Bond, the founder of Calibrated Diamonds, says his laser-cutting method can make much more precise cuts and can even polish diamonds, though he is reluctant to explain how it works.

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Part of the 123D family of products, 123D Catch users can take advantage of a connected group of Autodesk software, fabrication services for 3D printing and laser cutting, and a community of like-minded individuals focused on 3D design and personal fabrication.

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Can we say that a high-tech process like 3D printing, or laser cutting, or laser sintering, or pick any new tech, is not manufacturing for a new age?

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In essence, these guys use a specialized laser cutting process that can etch out anything your brain can muster -- from band logos to company mantras.

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