Formlabs Launches Form 4L: A High-Speed, Large-Format 3D Printer for Production Use
Formlabs announced two new 3D printers, the Form 4L and Form 4BL. The company had previously announced the Form 4, a major change from their prior flagship machine, the Form 3.…
3D Print Ideas to Up Your Gardening Game
How can 3D printing help in your garden?
eSun Makes Security Error, Resets Customer Passwords to Email Addresses
It appears that has made a significant security mistake on their online 3D print materials store.
From Alaska to Texas: How 3D Printing is Transforming Housing Nationwide
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how 3D printing technology is reshaping affordable housing solutions across the U.S., from HUD’s initiatives in Alaska to cutting-edge projects in Texas and beyond.
New Speed Modulated Ironing Technique Adds Color and Texture Control to FFF 3D Printing
A new ironing technique implements color changes in FFF 3D printing.
New AI Technique Pioneers Accurate Mechanical 3D Model Generation Using BREP Geometry
Research is proceeding on ways to use AI techniques to generate solid mechanical 3D models.
Aurora Labs Partners with Defense Firm to 3D Print UAV Propulsion Systems
Aurora Labs announced a new partnership to 3D print propulsion systems.
Design of the Week: Phone Chair
This week’s selection is the Phone Chair Version 2 by Printables contributor mybrainwaves.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 13, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
A Tuition-Free Year at Cooper Union: Alumni Give Back to Fuel the Next Generation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how Cooper Union's tuition-free initiative and its state-of-the-art 3D printing lab mark a bold new chapter in the institution's storied history.
Sponsor News
Why PCBWay’s Injection Molding Service is the Next Step After 3D Printing Prototypes
PCBWAY is best known as a printed circuit board (PCB) prototyping service, but did you know they also provide injection molding services?
IMTS 2024: Students and Industry Leaders Connect at North America’s Largest Manufacturing Trade Show
IMTS has concluded for 2024, but the information obtained by attendees will serve them well. The conference, held every two years, wrapped up a couple of weeks ago in Chicago at…
Convergent Manufacturing Demonstration at IMTS 2024
Brings Additive and Subtractive Technologies Together.
The FLSUN T1: A Practical Tool for Game and Animation Projects
3D printing is making significant strides across various fields, and gaming and animation are no exceptions.
POP 3 Plus 3D Scanner: Revopoint’s New Medium-Sized Device Boasts High Accuracy and Ease of Use
Revopoint’s new POP 3 Plus 3D scanner is quite an improvement over its predecessor.
QIDI Tech’s Q1 Pro: A Consumer 3D Printer with Active Chamber Heating
QIDI Tech has made a significant advance in the consumer 3D printing market with the launch of the Q1 Pro.
Three Creality 3D Scanning Options for Father’s Day
It’s Father’s Day tomorrow and what might be a great gift idea? How about a 3D scanner to complement a 3D printer?
Creality Launches the HALOT-MAGE S Resin 3D Printer
Creality introduced the HALOT-MAGE S resin 3D printer today.
Creality Marks a Decade in 3D Printing with Multiple New Product Launches
Creality celebrated their tenth anniversary this week, something few desktop 3D printer manufacturers have been able to achieve.
Research
New Speed Modulated Ironing Technique Adds Color and Texture Control to FFF 3D Printing
A new ironing technique implements color changes in FFF 3D printing.
New AI Technique Pioneers Accurate Mechanical 3D Model Generation Using BREP Geometry
Research is proceeding on ways to use AI techniques to generate solid mechanical 3D models.
Researchers Unveil HDSP: A High Speed 3D Printing Process Based on Sound Waves
An entirely new and incredibly fast method of 3D printing has been developed that is based on sound: HDSP.
3D Printed Meat: Edible but Lacking Flavor, WIRED Review Finds
An article in WIRED describes the experience of eating 3D printed meat.
Corporate
eSun Makes Security Error, Resets Customer Passwords to Email Addresses
It appears that has made a significant security mistake on their online 3D print materials store.
Aurora Labs Partners with Defense Firm to 3D Print UAV Propulsion Systems
Aurora Labs announced a new partnership to 3D print propulsion systems.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 13, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 6, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Desktop Metal Merger Approved: What’s Next for Nano Dimension?
Nano Dimension took another step forward with Desktop Metal shareholders approving the proposed merger.
Ideas
3D Print Ideas to Up Your Gardening Game
How can 3D printing help in your garden?
Additive Manufacturing Market Grows Despite Public Company Valuation Declines
A report from Additive Manufacturing Research quantified the size of the 3D print market, and there’s some interesting implications.
Supply Chain Disruptions Continue To Push Manufacturers Towards 3D Printing Solutions
Recent events are slowly pushing manufacturers towards increased 3D printing.
Debunking the Myths: Is Water-Washable 3D Printer Resin Really Safer?
It’s time to talk about water-washable 3D printer resin.
Services
Why PCBWay’s Injection Molding Service is the Next Step After 3D Printing Prototypes
PCBWAY is best known as a printed circuit board (PCB) prototyping service, but did you know they also provide injection molding services?
Epic Games Phases Out SketchFab in 2025, Launches Unified Fab Marketplace
There are big changes ahead for SketchFab.
Crystal Maker: A Custom 3D Model Generator for Creating Stunning Crystal Structures
A new 3D model generator has emerged that can produce models of crystals.
Bambu Lab Introduces Stricter Print Profile Guidelines for MakerWorld Contributors
Bambu Lab has introduced some rather interesting requirements for print profile contributions to MakerWorld.
Usage
From Alaska to Texas: How 3D Printing is Transforming Housing Nationwide
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how 3D printing technology is reshaping affordable housing solutions across the U.S., from HUD’s initiatives in Alaska to cutting-edge projects in Texas and beyond.
A Tuition-Free Year at Cooper Union: Alumni Give Back to Fuel the Next Generation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how Cooper Union's tuition-free initiative and its state-of-the-art 3D printing lab mark a bold new chapter in the institution's storied history.
India’s New Economic Shift: The Rise of 3D Printing in Electronics and Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider how India’s 2024-2025 budget, with reduced tariffs on 3D printing materials, is poised to revolutionize manufacturing and electronics, making India a key player in…
Rocket Lab to Study Bringing Rock Samples from Mars for NASA
Using vertically integrated technologies as part of the Mars Sample Return Program.