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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
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 and Legal Battles
There has been a series of additional developments in the Nexa3D situation.
Computational Engineering Breakthrough: LEAP 71 Validates Aerospike Rocket Design
LEAP 71 performed a monumental real-life validation of their computational engineering approach with a rocket engine hot fire.
Tariffs, Tech, and Transformation: How Biden’s Policies Shape U.S. Clean Energy and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi drill into how the Biden administration’s tariffs on Chinese clean tech materials are reshaping U.S. industrial policy and creating new opportunities for 3D printing innovation.
Backflip Unveiled: AI-Powered 3D Design Platform Aims to Revolutionize CAD Modeling
The secret startup project by Markforged co-founders Greg Mark and David Benhaim has been revealed: Backflip.
From Awareness to Affordability: How Xact Metal is Changing 3D Printing Adoption Dynamics
I had an interesting discussion with the friendly folks from Xact Metal about the current buyers of metal 3D printers.
Cosmyx’s High-Speed, Automated 3D Print Farms for Scalable Manufacturing
A new company offers an intriguing 3D print farm solution.
Design of the Week: Gnome Vase
This week’s selection is the Gnome Vase by Thangs contributor Decorartor.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 22, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Dallas: The New Frontier of 3D Printing and Economic Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Dallas, Texas, and Southern Methodist University are driving economic growth and 3D printing innovation, cementing the city’s status as a global hub for technology and business.
Nano Dimension’s Board Overhaul: What’s Next for the Company?
As we reported earlier this week, there was a coup of sorts at Nano Dimension. What’s next for the company?
BCN3D Prepares for High-Speed Printing Era with Omega I60 Enhancements
BCN3D has been quietly making some interesting moves.
Stratasys Unveils Third ESG Report, Highlighting Advances in Sustainable 3D Printing
Stratasys issued their third ESG report, continuing their work in sustainable 3D printing.
How 3D Printing Saved a Green Sea Turtle from Bubble Butt
3D printing solutions provider, Aida, uses Formlabs Fuse to create special harness for Charlotte the sea turtle.
Affordable Kevlar Sheath Mod Increases Print Speed and Accuracy for Bowden 3D Printers
I’m looking at an intriguing upgrade for Bowden 3D printers to increase quality and print speed. Bowden systems are common in the desktop 3D printer market due to their low manufacturing cost. The idea is to put the extruder motor away from the toolhead to reduce the toolhead’s weight. This allows the toolhead to move… Continue reading Affordable Kevlar Sheath Mod Increases Print Speed and Accuracy for Bowden 3D Printers
From MakerBot to Bambu Lab: There’s Always a Better 3D Printer Coming Next
After years of seeing amazing desktop 3D printers emerge year after year, I see a pattern. I’ve been fiddling with desktop 3D printers for almost 15 years now, beginning with my first device, the venerable MakerBot CupCake. It took several days to assemble it from wires, boards, motors, and pieces of wood, and successfully printed… Continue reading From MakerBot to Bambu Lab: There’s Always a Better 3D Printer Coming Next
Axtra3D Showcases Impressive Flexibility and Surface Quality with Advanced Resin Printing
I’m always impressed with Axtra3D’s prints, and even more so after a visit with them recently.
Stegosaurus Steps Up: 3D Printing Meets Prehistoric Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how 3D scanning and printing technologies are transforming the study and preservation of Stegosaurus fossils, inspired by Apex’s groundbreaking discovery.
Shapeways Acquires Thangs to Rebuild Missing Marketplace
Times have certainly changed: Shapeways just acquired Thangs.
Xolo’s Xolography Applied to Biomedicine, Dentistry, and Optics
We had a chat with Xolo, the producers of a near-instant 3D printing system.
Modix’s Resin-Infill 3D Printing Creates Stronger, Large-Format Composite Parts
We had a look at Modix’s new resin-infill prints.
US Army Scientists 3D Print Using Ice Reinforced with Natural Fibers
The goal was to find innovative ways to build military installations in remote cold regions.
Navigating Tariffs and Tech: 3D Printing’s Role in Automotive Transformation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how 3D printing helps automakers tackle economic pressures, trade challenges, and sustainability goals while revolutionizing production and design processes.
Factorian Designs Shows How to Implement Auto-Ejection on Desktop 3D Printers
The complexities of automated part ejection from a 3D printer are shown in a recent video.
Why is Markforged’s Valuation Below Nano Dimension’s $123M Offer?
There’s something happening with Markforged’s valuation that requires an explanation.
Co Print Partners with Creality to Bring Affordable Multicolor 3D Printing to Ender-3 V3 Plus
We had a chat with the folks from Co Print about their multicolor 3D print solution.
From Screen to Shelf: The Tech and Triumph Behind Moana 2’s Massive Success
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Moana 2’s historic box office performance, innovative merchandising, and 3D printing technologies are reshaping the entertainment and toy industries.
New VI3DP Method Could Eliminate Weak Layers in FFF 3D Printing
Researchers have developed a new 3D printing process that might eliminate the layer adhesion problem, and a lot more.
NASA and GrabCAD Launch Bioreactor Design Contest for Deep Space Food Production
We don’t normally post stories on design contests, but this one is different: it’s from NASA.
Elegoo Announces SatelLite: A New Resin 3D Print Slicer with Advanced Support and Repair Features
Elegoo announced they’re developing their own 3D print slicing software tool, Elegoo SatelLite.
Design of the Week: DOPPIONODO
This week’s selection is DOPPIONODO by the Polytechnic of Bari. DOPPIONODO, in Italian, means “Double Knot”, and that precisely describes the complex structure of this sculpture. DOPPIONODO is a large, twisted sculpture designed at the Polytechnic of Bari by Marco Massafra & Prof. Giuseppe Fallacara,and 3D printed by Concr3de. The complex, knotted structure was printed… Continue reading Design of the Week: DOPPIONODO
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 15, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Merging Minds and Materials: How Quikrete and Summit Plan to Reshape the Construction Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into Quikrete’s transformative acquisition of Summit Materials, exploring its impact on 3D printing, sustainability, and construction innovation.
The Case for Proper Ingredient Labels on 3D Printing Filaments
It’s time to begin proper labeling of 3D printer filaments.
3D Systems Divests Geomagic Line to Concentrate on AI-Driven 3D Printing Platforms
3D Systems announced the sale of their Geomagic software line, which has some interesting implications.
Flashforge Enters Multicolor Market with AD5X: High-Speed, 4-Color 3D Printing at a Bargain
Flashforge has entered the multicolor desktop 3D printer game with the introduction of their new AD5X device.
Oregon State Sees Advancements in 3D Printed Soft Motors
OSU College of Engineering unveils liquid crystalline elastomer structures that can crawl, fold and snap directly after printing.
From Electric Skin to Space Exploration: Ganit Goldstein’s 3D-Printed Smart Fabrics
I had a chat with Ganit Goldstein, who is researching advanced fabric 3D printing.
3devo’s Filament Maker TWO Offers Enhanced Control and Precision
We had a look at 3devo’s new Filament Maker TWO.
Breakthrough Silicone Formula Enables Faster 3D Printing of Complex Geometries
A research paper explores a new formulation for silicone that may affect 3D printing.
Desenvolvimentos Recentes da Bioimpressão 3D no Brasil
Charles R. Goulding e Andressa Bonafe destacam os avanços revolucionários do Brasil em bioprintagem 3D, desde inovações de baixo custo até aplicações pioneiras na medicina e sustentabilidade.
From Stem Cells to Cosmetics: The Transformative Impact of 3D Bioprinting in Brazil
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe highlight Brazil’s groundbreaking advancements in 3D bioprinting, from low-cost innovations to pioneering applications in medicine and sustainability.
Time-Based 3D Printing: Timeplast’s Water-Soluble Filament Revolutionizes Sustainability
I had a chat with the folks from Timeplast, who produce the most environmentally friendly 3D printer filament ever made.
Artec 3D’s Spider II 3D Scanner’s Speed, Accuracy, and Photogrammetry Integration
Artec 3D announced a major upgrade to their Spider series of professional 3D scanners.
FPath Project Explores Richard Feynman’s Vision for Tiny-Scale 3D Printing
I’m reading about an interesting open-source project called “FPath”.
Zeda Puts $20 Million Worth of 3D Printers Up for Auction on January 15th
Eight L-PBF systems (from Velo3D and AddUp) and one EBM system up for sale as the company scales down industrial operations.
The Pentagon’s Secret Weapon: 3D Printing and Its Role in National Security
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how 3D printing is revolutionizing U.S. defense manufacturing, reducing reliance on Chinese imports, and unlocking new opportunities for innovation and security.
Joshua Bird’s Open-Source 4-Axis Printer Eliminates Supports
A very interesting – and inexpensive – 4-axis 3D printer concept has appeared.
BigTree Tech Expands Panda Series with High-Speed Cooling, Advanced Sensors, and Smart Displays
We had a chat with BigTree Tech to see their latest 3D printer upgrade products.
DIMON: The AI Model That Drastically Speeds Up Solving Partial Differential Equations
Researchers have made a breakthrough in the ability to solve engineering problems. In a new paper published in Nature entitled, “A scalable framework for learning the geometry-dependent solution operators of partial differential equations”, they explain the current challenges in solving partial differential equations. Partial Differential Equations are a specific type of equation where it is… Continue reading DIMON: The AI Model That Drastically Speeds Up Solving Partial Differential Equations
Tariffs, Retail, and the Rise of 3D Printing: A New Era for Supply Chains
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi highlight the game-changing potential of additive manufacturing for retailers grappling with rising costs from China tariffs.
Bambu Lab Leak Suggests New H2D 3D Printer with Dual Extrusion and Larger Build Volume
In a possible major leak, a document that might depict an unannounced Bambu Lab 3D printer has appeared.
Implications of Photocentric’s JENI 3D Printing System
I’ve been thinking about the implications of Photocentric’s JENI system, and they could be big.
GarageBot3D: Profabb’s Foldable 3D Printer Redefines Large-Scale Printing
I saw the most unusual 3D printer at Formnext, the GarageBot3D.
Design of the Week: Vincent Van Gogh Portrait
This week’s selection is the Vincent Van Gogh portrait by Luke Taylor of Polymaker.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 8, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Toying with Change: How 3D Printing is Shaping the Future of Play
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how U.S. toy companies are redesigning strategies, diversifying supply chains, and embracing 3D printing to overcome economic uncertainties.
Cosmo Wenman’s Legal Battle Challenges Musée Rodin Over Public Access to 3D Scans
Cosmo Wenman has provided a massive update to his legal struggle to force the release of 3D scans from a French museum.
Additive Manufacturing Demonstrates Additive Advantages with Complex Satellite Antenna Cluster
We had a look at some interesting metal 3D prints made by Additive Industries.
The UP400 Pro: Tiertime’s Latest High-Speed, High-Temperature 3D Printing Powerhouse
Tiertime is set to release a larger, high-speed 3D printer, the UP400 Pro.
Which Metals are Most Prevalent in 3D Printing For Aerospace Applications?
Here’s a comparison of various metals the aerospace industry uses to additively manufacture parts.
3D Printing an Entire Garage Facade: Sensible or Not?
Someone has 3D printed the front facade for their garage — but is this a good idea?
Ten-Second Facial Scans: 3DMakerpro Unveils JMFACE
We did a quick test of 3DMakerpro’s new facial scanner.
“Blow Extrusion” Nozzle Promises Lightweight and Efficient 3D Prints
I saw a new 3D print nozzle technology that can print tubular extrusions.
From Imports to Innovation: Stanley Black & Decker’s Leap into 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Stanley Black & Decker and other manufacturers can leverage 3D printing to cut costs, streamline supply chains, and capitalize on R&D Tax Credits amid tariff challenges.
Bambu Lab’s Journey from Startup to Industry Leader: An Exclusive with CEO Dr. Ye Tao
We sat down and had a chat with Bambu Lab’s founder and CEO, Dr. Ye Tao.
What New 3D Printer Buyers Shouldn’t Worry About: Prioritizing the Right Concerns
What should new desktop 3D printer buyers NOT be worried about?
Shapeways Reborn: Original Founders Lead the Legendary 3D Printing Service’s Revival
Well, well, it seems that Shapeways has been resurrected.
Anzu Partners Acquires Voxeljet for €1.7 Million (+ Liabilities)
The company is valued about €20 million and the US-based investor had recently loaned €5.5 million to help with delisting.
Revolutionizing Luxury: How Stuller Inc. Uses 3D Printing to Shape the Future of Jewelry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi shine a light into how Matthew Gordy Stuller has redefined the jewelry industry through groundbreaking logistics, innovative 3D printing, and an unyielding focus on customization.
PCBWay Expands 3D Printing Services with Advanced PolyJet Technology
PCBWay introduced a new 3D print service using PolyJet technology.
3D Systems’ PSLA 270: A Top-Down Resin 3D Printer with Advanced Features
We had a close look at 3D Systems’ new PSLA 270 resin 3D printing system.
From Palette to Production: Mosaic Manufacturing Shifts Focus to Industrial Additive Manufacturing
We received an update from Mosaic Manufacturing.
From Molecules to Machines: The Synergy of Catalysts and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe explore how 3D printing is revolutionizing catalyst design, driving advancements in efficiency, sustainability, and R&D opportunities across industries.
Polymaker’s Innovative CoPE Filament: Affordable, Compatible, and Ready to Disrupt the Market
We had a fascinating visit with Polymaker, and learned of a new, inexpensive material they’re developing, among others.
How D3-AM’s Binder-Free MPJ Process Simplifies Ceramic 3D Printing
We had a look at D3 Additive Manufacturing’s latest ceramic 3D printer.
Lugo Labs Develops 3D Printing Filaments Mimicking the Human Body
Korean company Lugo Labs has developed a very unusual set of materials for the medical industry.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Mechanical TV
This week’s selection is the 3D Printed Mechanical TV by YouTuber bitluni.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 1, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Honeywell at a Crossroads: Splits, 3D Printing, and a US$5 Billion Shakeup
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi describe Honeywell’s journey through aerospace breakthroughs and automation innovation sets the stage for Elliott’s $5 billion-driven restructuring proposal.
Photocentric’s JENI System: Is 3D Printing Outpacing Injection Molding?
I had a bit of a shock at Formnext when looking at Photocentric’s new JENI product.
AESUB’s Innovative 3D Scanning Accessories Make Scanning Easy
We had an interesting chat with the folks from AESUB and discovered several ingenious accessories for 3D scanning.
Automating 3D Print Farms: AM-Flow Adds In-Line Quality Control with AM-Quality System
AM Flow launched a new component to their growing post-processing toolkit.
What’s the Difference Between FEA, CFD and MBD in Engineering Simulation?
Finite element analysis, computational fluid dynamics, and multibody dynamics are among the most common simulation techniques.
How VoxelFill Reinforces 3D Prints for Unmatched Z-Axis Strength
VoxelFill is one of the most intriguing new slicing features we’ve seen in recent years.
ELEGOO’s New “With Her” Program Supports Women in the 3D Printing Industry
ELEGOO launched a new community program they call “ELEGOO With Her”. The program intends to assist women in the 3D printing world, which is largely dominated by men. The goals of the program are: Promoting gender equality and inclusivity in technologyInspiring and empowering future female innovatorsFostering innovation through gender diversity ELEGOO explains: “At Elegoo, we… Continue reading ELEGOO’s New “With Her” Program Supports Women in the 3D Printing Industry
The Rise of a New Standard: How CoreXY and Enclosed Designs Are Shaping Desktop 3D Printing
There seems to be a new emerging standard configuration for desktop FFF 3D printers.
Steve Madden Steps Into the Future: 3D Printing and the Shift From China
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Steve Madden is leveraging cutting-edge 3D printing to adapt to potential tariff impacts and transform its manufacturing strategy.
FLSUN Black Friday Sale: The Fastest Desktop 3D Printers at Incredible Prices
There are many Black Friday deals on this week, but those from FLSUN are of particular interest.
Meltio M600 Combines Blue Lasers and Welding Wire for Cost-Effective Metal 3D Printing
Meltio’s new M600 metal 3D printer uses blue lasers.
Pollen AM’s Four-Material PAM o2 Printer Unlocks Industrial-Grade 3D Printing Potential
We were finally able to take a look at Pollen AM’s unusual pellet 3D printer.
Forward AM Confirms Filing for Insolvency
The move is presented as a strategic step towards restructuring and growth.
From Tariffs to Innovation: The US$1.33 Billion Merger Transforming PPE
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how the transformative Honeywell-PIP merger leverages 3D printing to tackle supply chain challenges, drive innovation, and lead the PPE industry into the future.