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Multimaterial Metal Printing Yields Topologically Optimized Suspension Tower

Multimaterial Metal Printing Yields Topologically Optimized Suspension Tower

Tohoku University researchers demonstrate control of liquid/solid interface in L-PBF for multi-material applications.

Understanding Thermal Runaway: A Critical Safety Feature for 3D Printers

Understanding Thermal Runaway: A Critical Safety Feature for 3D Printers

I was reading about someone’s struggle with a thermal runaway and realized many new 3D printer operators may not have heard of the condition.

How Relativity Space’s Strategy Pivot May Affect Perception of 3D Printing

How Relativity Space’s Strategy Pivot May Affect Perception of 3D Printing

It seems that Relativity Space’s dreams of a 3D-printed rocket may be heading sideways.

Zongheng3D’s Super Maker DM200: A Top-Down 3D Printer

Zongheng3D’s Super Maker DM200: A Top-Down 3D Printer

I had a look at Zongheng3D’s unusual top-down SLA 3D printer.

Taking Flight: How 3D Printing and Hybrid Tech are Propelling the eVTOL Industry

Taking Flight: How 3D Printing and Hybrid Tech are Propelling the eVTOL Industry

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the transformative synergy between eVTOL advancements and 3D printing, showcasing how companies like Archer, Zuri, and Anduril are shaping the future of aviation.

OpenSCAD Embraces Multicolor 3D Design with New Geometry Engine

The CFSYS Alpha 450 Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printer

The CFSYS Alpha 450 Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printer

CFSYS is a new Shanghai-based company that produces a continuous carbon fiber 3D printer.

Eplus3D’s Growth in Metal 3D Printing: 100 Super-Meter PBF Units Delivered

Eplus3D’s Growth in Metal 3D Printing: 100 Super-Meter PBF Units Delivered

Interesting news from Eplus3D: they’ve sold over 100 metal 3D printers.

Coastruction is on a Mission to Save Coral Reefs with 3D Printing

Coastruction is on a Mission to Save Coral Reefs with 3D Printing

Josine Beets, Coastruction’s Project & Business Development Manager, on restoring ecosystems, supporting clean energy and the future of the company.

Bridging the Gap to 2025: The Role of Innovation and Legislation in U.S. Farming

Bridging the Gap to 2025: The Role of Innovation and Legislation in U.S. Farming

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into how the Farm Bill extension and 3D printing innovations are empowering the agricultural sector to adapt to shifting landscapes and consumer demands.

Creality Launches Soleyin: Affordable Premium 3D Printer Filaments

Creality Launches Soleyin: Affordable Premium 3D Printer Filaments

Creality has launched a new brand: Soleyin. What is it? It’s the brand for a new line of 3D printer filaments produced by Creality. It seems that the company intends to…

Does Stratasys’ Patent Enforcement Signal a Threat to 3D Printing Innovation?

Does Stratasys’ Patent Enforcement Signal a Threat to 3D Printing Innovation?

Does Stratasys really deserve the heat it’s getting for its Bambu Lab lawsuit?

Exploring TRELLIS: Microsoft’s Advanced SLAT-Based Generative 3D Model Framework

Exploring TRELLIS: Microsoft’s Advanced SLAT-Based Generative 3D Model Framework

Microsoft has released a new version of TRELLIS, a generative 3D model framework. There are several tools of this sort now available, but TRELLIS uses a different approach. They explain: “The…

From Prototypes to Payloads: The Role of 3D Printing in Drone Logistics

From Prototypes to Payloads: The Role of 3D Printing in Drone Logistics

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore the transformative synergy between 3D printing and drone delivery, uncovering how lightweight components and innovative designs are reshaping the logistics landscape.

Introducing Dune 3D: A New Open-Source CAD Tool for Simplified 3D Design

Anisoprint Composer Nova: Stronger, Lighter Parts with Multi-Diameter Carbon Fiber Printing

Anisoprint Composer Nova: Stronger, Lighter Parts with Multi-Diameter Carbon Fiber Printing

I had a look at Anisoprint’s Composer Nova, a continuous carbon fiber 3D printer.

Desktop Metal Challenges Nano Dimension and Markforged Merger in Latest Legal Battle

Desktop Metal Challenges Nano Dimension and Markforged Merger in Latest Legal Battle

The plot thickens between Nano Dimension, Desktop Metal, and Markforged: another lawsuit has been filed.

Design of the Week: 3D Printed Optical Microscope

Design of the Week: 3D Printed Optical Microscope

This week’s selection is the 3D Printed Optical Microscope by a team of researchers from the Universities of Strathclyde and Glasgow.

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 5, 2025

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 5, 2025

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

The Rise of American Luxury: Jewelry and Watches Embrace 3D Printing

The Rise of American Luxury: Jewelry and Watches Embrace 3D Printing

From Tiffany to Shinola, U.S. luxury manufacturers are leveraging 3D printing to redefine craftsmanship, boost production efficiency, and compete globally.

Hands On With The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 3

Hands On With The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 3

Our review of the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra resin 3D printer concludes with a look at software, print quality and final thoughts.

Hands On With The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 2

Hands On With The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 2

Our review of the Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra resin 3D printer continues with a look at setup, calibration and operations.

Hands On With The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 1

Hands On With The Anycubic Photon Mono 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 1

We tested the new Photon Mono 4 Ultra resin 3D printer from Anycubic. 

New 3D Printing Technique Yields Recyclable Soft Plastics with Tunable Stiffness

New 3D Printing Technique Yields Recyclable Soft Plastics with Tunable Stiffness

Princeton engineers create soft architected materials with applications in robotics, medicine and sporting goods.

Can the PETFusion 2.0 Truly Deliver DIY Filament Production from PET Bottles?

Can the PETFusion 2.0 Truly Deliver DIY Filament Production from PET Bottles?

A new Kickstarter project hopes to enable home production of 3D printer filament from recyclable bottles.

A Deeper Look at Stratasys’ ReLife and PowderEase Sustainability Solutions

LABi3D: A Revolução da Petrobras na Manufatura Aditiva

LABi3D: A Revolução da Petrobras na Manufatura Aditiva

A Petróleo Brasileiro S.A. (Petrobras), multinacional estatal fundada em 1953, é a maior empresa do Brasil, com uma receita anual de US$102,4 bilhões e mais de 40.400 funcionários. Presente em 14…

Industry 4.0 in Action: Petrobras Launches Latin America’s Leading 3D Printing Lab

Industry 4.0 in Action: Petrobras Launches Latin America’s Leading 3D Printing Lab

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe explore Petrobras’ innovative LABi3D and its transformative partnership with 3DCRIAR, setting new benchmarks for 3D printing in the energy industry.

Ups and Downs for 3D Printing in 2025

Ups and Downs for 3D Printing in 2025

Well, it just happens to be the first day of the year. What might happen in the next 364 days?

byFlow Granted US Patent for 3D Chocolate Printer

byFlow Granted US Patent for 3D Chocolate Printer

byFlow, an Eindhoven-based 3D printing company, has received a US patent for its 3D chocolate printer. 

End-of-Year Reflections: Rising Competition, Quality Standards, and Accessibility

End-of-Year Reflections: Rising Competition, Quality Standards, and Accessibility

My goodness, it’s the end of the year once again, and time for some reflection on the state of 3D printing.

From Soluble Supports to Smart Wash Systems: Xioneer’s 3D Print Post-Processing

From Soluble Supports to Smart Wash Systems: Xioneer’s 3D Print Post-Processing

I had a chat with the folks from Xioneer about their increasingly powerful post-processing solutions.

Affordable Full-Color 3D Printing? PolyDye Offers a DIY Solution

Toxic Kitchen Tools: The Hidden Dangers of Black Plastic Utensils?

Toxic Kitchen Tools: The Hidden Dangers of Black Plastic Utensils?

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe uncover the health risks of black plastic utensils and explore safer alternatives, including cutting-edge 3D printing technologies.

Creality Launches 2024 Cloud Designer Awards with $15,000 Prize Pool

Creality Launches 2024 Cloud Designer Awards with $15,000 Prize Pool

Creality has launched its annual Creality Cloud Designer Awards for 2024.

Hands on with Backflip.ai

Hands on with Backflip.ai

Last week, Backflip’s AI-powered generative CAD system was revealed. We took it for a test drive.

E3D Expands Compatibility with Bambu Lab, Prusa, and Creality 3D Printers

Design of the Week: Box Opener

Design of the Week: Box Opener

This week’s selection is the 3D printed Box Opener by Printables contributor ART TOO.

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 29, 2024

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 29, 2024

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

Unmanned and Unstoppable: The Rise of Autonomous Swarming Drone Systems

Unmanned and Unstoppable: The Rise of Autonomous Swarming Drone Systems

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider how Rheinmetall and Auterion are transforming modern warfare with AI-driven, 3D-printed autonomous drone systems that redefine battlefield strategy and efficiency.

Nano Dimension’s Acquisition Strategy in Question After Board and CEO Shake-Up

Nano Dimension’s Acquisition Strategy in Question After Board and CEO Shake-Up

The leadership of Nano Dimension has changed, and with it, will come a great deal of turmoil.

Velo3D Secures Future with New Ownership and Leadership

Velo3D Secures Future with New Ownership and Leadership

There’s big news from Velo3D, which appears to have been rescued from a dark future.

Lessons From 2024 and What Innovators and Engineers Can Expect From 2025

Lessons From 2024 and What Innovators and Engineers Can Expect From 2025

The task ahead is clear: cross-functional collaboration, systems interoperability, and business-digital strategy alignment.

Why Investors Lost Faith in the 3D Printing Industry: A Look at Market Declines

Why Investors Lost Faith in the 3D Printing Industry: A Look at Market Declines

They say investors have soured on the 3D print industry, but why exactly is that?

Lugo Labs’ H1 is an Efficient Six-Head Toolchanging 3D Printer

Lugo Labs’ H1 is an Efficient Six-Head Toolchanging 3D Printer

I had a look at an interesting toolchanging 3D printer from Lugo Labs. Korea-based Formers Farm has produced 3D printers under the Lugo Labs brand since 2013, and we last saw…

2024: The Year 3D Printing Transformed Industries Amid Global Upheaval

2024: The Year 3D Printing Transformed Industries Amid Global Upheaval

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how 3D printing technology surged forward, reshaping defense, healthcare, and other sectors despite global economic pressures.

Top 10 Things You Need to Know About Your Brand-New 3D Printer

Top 10 Things You Need to Know About Your Brand-New 3D Printer

So you found a shiny new 3D printer under your Christmas tree. What do you need to know?

SPEE3D’s CSAM Prints Metal Parts in Sub-Zero Environments

SPEE3D’s CSAM Prints Metal Parts in Sub-Zero Environments

As proven during the Office of The Secretary of Defense Manufacturing Technology's Point of Need Challenge (PON).

Rebuilding Power: How 3D Printing Could Help Ukraine Restore Its Energy Grid Amid War

Rebuilding Power: How 3D Printing Could Help Ukraine Restore Its Energy Grid Amid War

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how 3D printing technology, inspired by the Tennessee Valley Authority's innovations, offers a transformative path for Ukraine to rebuild its war-damaged energy infrastructure.

Nexa3D’s Strategic Retrenchment Sparks Industry Uncertainty

Nexa3D’s Strategic Retrenchment Sparks Industry Uncertainty

There has been a series of additional developments in the Nexa3D situation.