Formlabs Launches Fuse X1 SLS 3D Printer Targeting High-Volume Manufacturing Applications
Formlabs announced a major new 3D printer, the Fuse X1.
New ColorMix Shading Utility Applies Lighting-Based Color Effects to 3D Prints
Prusa Research just released one of the most interesting 3D print utilities: ColorMix Shading.
Flashforge Patent Targets Smarter Resin Peel Speeds
Flashforge appears to be looking at a smarter way to control resin 3D printing.
3D Printing the Nuclear Renaissance: How Additive Manufacturing Fuels the AI Power Grid and R&D Credits
Charles G. Goulding explains how the convergence of AI data center energy demands and advanced nuclear engineering has turned additive manufacturing into a critical pathway for securing lucrative Federal R&D Tax…
Interpretable FFF Model Predicts Print Time And Filament
A team has proposed an interpretable machine learning approach that predicts print time and filament use for FFF, potentially sharpening quotes, schedules, and configuration decisions before you slice.
TOP.E To Launch Large, Enclosed 5-Axis FFF 3D Printer
A new five-axis FFF 3D printer is set to appear on Kickstarter soon.
HKUST Patent Targets Multi Directional DLP Coating
Hong Kong University of Science and Technology has filed a patent for a DLP 3D printer that uses multi-directional coating to handle more difficult photopolymer materials.
MyMiniFactory Outlines Strategy to Revive Thingiverse with New Features
Things are about to happen on Thingiverse.
Design of the Week: The Flapulator
This week’s selection is the The Flapulator by MakerWorld contributor Dr. Chris Haynes (a.k.a. Applepie).
Friction Stir Welding Boosts LPBF Copper Performance
Researchers show friction stir welding can join LPBF CuNiSiCr copper alloy while nearly eliminating porosity and lifting strength, hinting at a workable path to larger, higher performing thermal hardware.
Sponsor News
Investigating Creality’s Black Friday Deals
It’s that time of year again, and there are quite a few Black Friday sales on for desktop 3D printers.
Vision Miner 22 IDEX V4 Delivers Inexpensive PEEK-Class 3D Printing
Vision Miner officially introduced the 22 IDEX V4, the newest iteration of its independent dual-extrusion 3D printer.
Integrated Design-to-Production Services Simplify Part Manufacturing
Making a production part is vastly different than making one for one-off use.
PCBWAY to Launch September Promotion with 36% Discount on TPU 3D Printing
It looks like PCBWAY has found itself with a trainload of TPU material.
Creality’s SpacePi X4: Advanced Four-Spool, Two-Chamber Filament Dryer
Creality introduced what could be the best filament drying solution on the market: the SpacePi X4.
Creality and AMISS Partner to Bring 3D Printing Innovation to Fashion Industry
Creality seems to have developed an entirely new application for 3D printing, this time in the fashion industry.
A Closer Look at PCBWay’s Online 3D Printing Workflow
I took a tour through PCBWay’s online quoting service for 3D prints.
PCBWay Enhances Designer Workflow with New Open-Source Software Integrations
There are some interesting developments at PCBWay.
Creality Unveils Hi Combo: A High-Speed 3D Printer with Automated Filament Switching
Creality launched the anticipated Creality Hi Combo 3D printer today.
Research
Interpretable FFF Model Predicts Print Time And Filament
A team has proposed an interpretable machine learning approach that predicts print time and filament use for FFF, potentially sharpening quotes, schedules, and configuration decisions before you slice.
Friction Stir Welding Boosts LPBF Copper Performance
Researchers show friction stir welding can join LPBF CuNiSiCr copper alloy while nearly eliminating porosity and lifting strength, hinting at a workable path to larger, higher performing thermal hardware.
Paper Proposes Multifunctional 3D Robot For Kitchen Waste
A new research paper describes a multifunctional “3D robot” aimed at kitchen waste recycling.
Single Screw Extruder Targets ABS Carbon Kevlar Filament
A new paper describes a single screw extruder concept for producing ABS composite filament reinforced with carbon and Kevlar fibers, a combination that could deliver tougher, stiffer feedstock for FFF users.
Corporate
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 7, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
AI-Generated 3D Content Gains Strategic Importance as Tripo Raises US$200M
Tripo just received US$200M, and there’s a reason for that.
Timeline: The Stratasys, Nano Dimension, Desktop Metal, and Markforged Merger Saga
Let’s look at the timeline of the startling corporate moves involving Stratasys and Nano Dimension.
New York’s New 3D Printing Legislation Raises Questions About Feasibility
It happened last week: New York State actually passed their unbelievably infeasible 3D-printed weapon legislation.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 31, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Ideas
Cura’s Role Shrinks as PrusaSlicer-Derived Tools Dominate FFF Printing Software
The FFF slicing tool market has consolidated, and not around Cura.
Building Codes and Regulation May Determine the Future Growth of 3D Printed Construction
Regulation may be the least fun part of 3D printed construction, but it determines whether 3DCP can move past demonstrations.
Ten Potential Disruptions That Could Reshape the 3D Printing Industry
What developments in 3D printing could truly disrupt the industry?
Where Are Those 3D Printed ABS Fumes Going?
A Reddit photo showing heavy residue collected after more than 3,000 hours of ABS printing is a vivid reminder that printer emissions are a serious issue.
Services
New ColorMix Shading Utility Applies Lighting-Based Color Effects to 3D Prints
Prusa Research just released one of the most interesting 3D print utilities: ColorMix Shading.
MyMiniFactory Outlines Strategy to Revive Thingiverse with New Features
Things are about to happen on Thingiverse.
Trinckle Patents User Guided 3D Printing Configuration
Trinckle 3D has published a pair of German patent applications that point toward a very specific problem in additive manufacturing: how do you let less experienced users customize 3D printed parts…
3D Print Manager Streamlines Filament Inventory for Small Print Farms
There’s a new tool to help you manage your inventory of 3D printer filament.
Usage
3D Printing the Nuclear Renaissance: How Additive Manufacturing Fuels the AI Power Grid and R&D Credits
Charles G. Goulding explains how the convergence of AI data center energy demands and advanced nuclear engineering has turned additive manufacturing into a critical pathway for securing lucrative Federal R&D Tax…
From Courtroom to Clean Water: The PFAS Crisis Creating New Opportunities for 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how landmark PFAS litigation, municipal filtration projects, and emerging 3D printed water treatment technologies are reshaping the global fight against “forever chemicals.”
CarboWells: 3D Printed Concrete Meets the Challenge of Leaking Oil Wells
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi report on the Y-Prize-winning CarboWells concept, which combines advanced materials and 3D printing to improve the long-term safety of abandoned oil wells.
Federal Additive Manufacturing Construction Moves From Experiment to Deployment: Key Insights From the AMC Webinar
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi break down how federal additive manufacturing is moving from concept to battlefield-ready infrastructure, where 3D printed concrete and earth-based materials could soon replace tents with…