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Stratasys’s 3D Technology Helps Perform Medical Miracle on 5-Year-Old
The most impactful use of 3D technology in the real world comes from the medical field.
3D Systems Announces Culinary Events
3D Systems set dates for five upcoming events where they will explain 3D printed food techniques to the public.
3D Printing Materials Toxicity Assessment: Yes, Toxic
Researchers at the University of California, Riverside have determined that at least some commonly used 3D printing materials are toxic.
BigRep Refines Their Onlines And Becomes A Bigger Player
Berlin-based BigRep stepped up their retail game by opening up a full service online shop.
3DPhotoWorks To Bring Art To Life For The Visually Impaired
A new venture hopes to provide a means of 3D printing fine artwork in ways that visually impaired individuals can appreciate.
FUBOSS Simplifies 3D Body Scans – And Reduces Your Costs
José M. Martínez is not one to let a problem lay unsolved. In this case, he’s figured out a way to reliably obtain full body 3D scans at low cost.
A Messy Recommendation From The US Library Of Congress For 3D Printer Use
Last week the US Library of Congress issued a recommendation related to 3D printers. It’s short, promising or catastrophic depending on your point of view and utterly confusing.
In Spite of Recent Gloom, It Seems 3D Printing May Grow Spectacularly
Dampened stock prices and disillusionment with consumer 3D printing ventures aside, it may still be that 3D printing technology will explosively grow in years to come.
Could A Sapphire Nozzle Should Fix Those Abrasive 3D Printing Issues?
A new sapphire-equipped 3D printer nozzle may eliminate abrasion issues, enabling the ability to 3D print very strong materials.
Design of the Week: Smartphone Photo Studio
This week’s selection is the Smartphone Photo Studio kit by Creative Tools.
Stratasys Names New North American President: What Does This Mean?
Stratasys announced the hiring of John Gould as their new President of North American Operations. Who is Gould and why would Stratasys hire him? We took a look.
An Easy Method To Generate Hair – On Almost Any 3D Printer!
Researchers at Carnagie Mellon have developed a ridiculously simple method of 3D printing hair-like structures.
Could You Use ZYYX’s Multi-Color 3D Printing Technique?
ZYYX, manufacturers of an interesting desktop 3D printer, have released a video showing a fascinating technique for multi-color printing that you might be able to use.
What Happens When Your 3D Printer Isn’t Enough?
There are many people today who have taken the personal technology step to acquiring their own 3D printer. But what happens when you need to do more than it can do?
Design of the Week: Bsteady Car Mount
This week’s selection is the ingenious Bsteady Car Mount by Bhold designs.
WI3DP: Sonia Diaz & Ana Rodriguez – “We have to encourage girls to get out of the comfort zone”
Sonia Diaz and Ana Rodriguez are designers and digital manufacturers at UNYQ, a company that 3D prints stylish prosthetics and orthotics.
BIG NEWS: 3D Systems CEO Steps Down!
Late yesterday 3D Systems announced their long-time CEO, Avi Reichental, has stepped down, leaving a job opening at the top of one of the largest 3D printing companies in the world today.
Thingiverse Hits The Biggest Milestone
MakerBot’s in-house 3D model repository made history this week by achieving what no other 3D printable model site has done: one million models!
Look Out For 3D Printed Musician Merchandise!
A partnership between Source3 and CD Baby could lead to an explosion of 3D printed merchandise.
The FilaFab EX’s Sensible Approach To Extrusion
We’re checking out a new filament manufacturing device, D3D Innovation’s FilaFab EX, and it seems they’ve taken this process a lot further than others have.
TechCrunch Interviews MakerBot’s Jaglom: Indicators Positive
TechCrunch recently interviewed MakerBot CEO Jonathan Jaglom to find out the latest on company restructuring and more.
Significant Development In 3D Printer Resin From Full Spectrum Laser
Full Spectrum Laser is a relatively new player in the 3D printing market, but that hasn’t seemed to cause them any problems. In fact, they’ve just announced a new resin with a very cool property.
Is Your 3D Print Failing? We Found A Troubleshooting Guide For You
Let’s be blunt here: the current state of desktop 3D printers is rather unreliable. Prints fail frequently and operators must diagnose and fix the problems. But how?
Builder Announces Premium 3D Printer Line
Netherlands-based Builder 3D Printers announced a new line of “Premium” 3D printers based on their successful original edition.
3D Printing Stocks Remain Low, But Is This Due To China?
The stock price of many publicly-traded 3D printing companies remains flat or even low. Could China be the cause?
The Stratasys Objet 24 3D Printer
Using PolyJet 3D printing technology, the Objet24 features 28µ print layers and a 240 mm x 200 mm x 150 mm (9.45 in. x 7.87 in. x 5.9 in.) tray size.
The Tobeca 2 Portable 3D Printer
The Tobeca 2 is a DIY 3D printer kit you might find meets your needs.
A 3D Printing Pen – That Prints In Metal!
The 3DMetalCreator is a unique device: it’s a pen that can print in metal.
The Crazy Caterpillar 3D Printing Build Plate Will Never Be Real
With the development of a continuous build plate system by Mobium Solutions, we wondered if there are other concepts for this capability.
Is It Filament Weight or Length?
There are several ways to measure the amount of material required for a 3D print, but however it’s done, it should be practical.
Design of the Week: Composite Prints
This week’s selection is the nearly indescribable composite prints by 3D artist Shane Hope.
The Large and Affordable Eleven 3D Printer
Build size is a factor important to many seeking a 3D printer, and the Eleven 3D printer may be the solution.
MakerBot’s New Installment Plan
MakerBot announced a new payment plan for purchasing 3D printer equipment.
You Might Soon Buy 3D Printed Eyeglasses From FourDex
A new startup seems to be developing 3D printed eyewear.
The Great Promise of 3D Printer Resin
A new 3D printed resin demonstrates the opportunities with that 3D printing process.
A Big Step Towards 3D Printed Organs
Carnegie Mellon researchers have worked out a way to successfully print “squishy” biological tissues, thus removing one of the key barriers to major bioprinting.
Mobium Solutions Working On a Continuous Print Surface
A small startup, Mobium Solutions, has developed what we believe could be the most important 3D printer accessory ever created.
When Should You Buy A 3D Printer?
The question of choosing a 3D printer has become very complex given all the options available, and now another factor emerges: When should you purchase one?
A 3D Model Sharing Site With An Electrical Connection
We’re checking out Sharestation 3D, a site dedicated to 3D printed electronics projects.
The Incredible Raise3D N-Series 3D Printers
It takes a lot to make a splash in the world of desktop 3D printers these days, with fierce competition from all sides. The new N-Series from Raise3D is going to make a big splash. Or two.
Want To Buy A 3D Printing Business?
It seems almost everyone wants to get in on the explosion of activity happening in the 3D printing universe, but what better way than to purchase an already-operating business?
Wait, How Do I 3D Print Those Incredibly Thin Vases?
Perhaps one of the most popular styles of printed 3D models is vases. There’s a reason for that – and a tip you need to know.
Is The Most Popular 3D Modeling Software For You? Maybe Not!
i.materialise published a handy list of what they believe to be the most popular 3D modeling software packages, but we have some questions.
Artists Get a Hand Making Colorful 3D Prints
In a major announcement at Adobe MAX, 3D printing and additive manufacturing leader, Stratasys, and design software giant, Adobe, revealed that they will be joining forces to provide high-quality, color 3D printing solutions for creative professionals around the world.
Kentstrapper Presents The “Noah” 3D Printer Controller
3D printer manufacturer Kentstrapper announced their new Noah 3D printer controller.
Eora 3D Scanner Launches Today
An inexpensive, portable 3D scanner is set to launch today on Kickstarter.
Sky-Tech Introduces Full Color 3D Printing
Taiwan-based Sky-Tech Electronics announced the availability of a new, full RGB-color 3D printer based on powder technology.
Yes, Hollow 3D Prints Are Often A Good Idea
A common misunderstanding by newbie 3D print folks is that objects are printed completely solid. In fact, we believe that many prints should be hollow!
How Much Does 3D Printer Filament Really Cost?
We got an unexpected glimpse of wholesale pricing from an Asian manufacturer of 3D printer filament.
Pirate3D To Sail Again? Or 3D Hubs To The Rescue?
Troubled 3D printer manufacturer Pirate3D continues to operate, according to a report in The Straits Times.
Design of the Week: Francis Bitonti Bracelet
This week’s selection is a stunning 3D printed metal bracelet by noted 3D artist Francis Bitonti.
SMARTTECH 3D’s New Industrial 3D Scanner
SMARTTECH 3D announced a powerful 3D scanner designed for industrial use: the SMARTTECH 3D Robotized.
The Colorful Technology of Honeycomb Graphics
A company from Chile is developing a fascinating process for color 3D printing.
3DKitbash’s Fascinating Test Kits
3DKitbash is a 3D model community dedicated to printable models, but their inventory includes some interesting twists.
Reminder: We Have Two Great Deals For You!
Hey readers: we don’t want you to forget that we currently have two terrific offers available to you.
Adidas and Materialise Propose Futurecraft 3D: 3D Printed Shoes
Shoe giant Adidas has partnered with Materialise on a new concept for 3D printed shoes: Futurecraft 3D.
Leapfrog Introduces the Creatr HS Lite
Netherlands-based 3D printer manufacturer Leapfrog introduced the Creatr HS Lite, a new machine that fills a gap in their product line.
CloudDDM’s New Strategic End-of-Runway 3D Printing Service
As additive manufacturing (AM) in combination with other 3D technology continues to affect industrial manufacturing and design processes in the global marketplace, an increasing number of companies will be faced with an important investment decision: For 3D printing needs, do we invest the resources to purchase an industrial 3D printer or do we use a 3D printing service bureau?
Supercharge Your STL 3D Models With Cyborg3D
While designers spend considerable time in CAD software tweaking their 3D models, did you know it’s also possible to optimize STL 3D models, too.
A Kaleidoscope of Colors With The CollideOScope Multi-Filament 3D Print Head
A new 3D print head is able to print not two, not three, but up to SEVEN different filaments at a time.
The Mono 3D Printer’s Interesting Interface
Launched on Kickstarter, the very inexpensive Mono 3D printer has a powerful user interface.
Every Pro Maker Needs MakerOS
The world of 3D printing is a lot more than just the hardware; multiple supporting services have emerged to support the ecosystem, including one dedicated to professional makers: MakerOS.
Readybox Uses The Other Method To Achieve Fast 3D Printing
Readybox has developed what they call the “fastest consumer 3D printer”, but they’ve taken a different approach than we’ve seen elsewhere.
Create Instant Color 3D Models With itSeez3D’s Scanning App
There are a lot of inexpensive 3D scanners available today, but the issue is not so much the hardware, but how the software processes the scans. itSeez3D has produced a great 3D scanning app.
Have Something To Say About 3D Printing? Join Our Team!
There are many viewpoints on the events and technology of 3D printing, including yours. Why not contribute your ideas?
Get Surprised With A Box Of 3D Prints From CubeForme
A new subscription service hopes to deliver a box of surprise 3D prints directly to you each month.
Design of the Week: Caress of the Gaze
This week’s selection is the astonishing “Caress of the Gaze” by artist Behnaz Farahi.
The Insidious Problem of 3D Print Retraction
A common problem encountered with plastic extrusion 3D printers is stripped filament. We explain how this happens.
MyMiniFactory Reaches 100,000 Users: What’s Next?
3D model community MyMiniFactory announced they’ve now attracted over 100,000 registered users.
Layoffs At MakerBot: Good News or Bad?
A post on MakerBot’s blog by CEO Jonathan Jaglom describes some “significant changes” happening today at the personal 3D printer manufacturer.
German RepRap Rolls Out New 3D Printing Filament
German RepRap’s new Carbon20 printer filament is made from 20 percent carbon fiber and has several applications.
XYZPrinting’s Refillable Proprietary Cartridges
XYZPrinting’s proprietary filament cartridges have a unique ability: you can refill them!
Artist Don Foley’s Gift to Everyone’s Halloween
Noted 3D print artist Don Foley has released a set of free spooky Halloween 3D models.
“3D Printing Sector will Witness More Downside” Or Will It?
We’re reading a damning article from Investor Guide, which provides dire predictions for the 3D print industry.
Staples Adds XYZPrinting Products Increasing Access to 3D Printing
Retail giant Staples and XYZPrinting announced a deal in which da Vinci 3D printers and accessories would be available at Staples online store.
Could Disney’s 3D Coloring System Make Amazing 3D Prints?
Disney has created an interesting 3D augmented reality app that is able to color 3D models, but could this benefit 3D printing?
3D Hubs Announces 3D Hubs HD: Industrial Grade 3D Printing
3D printing community network announced a new offering focused on industrial 3D printing capabilities in 37 cities.
WI3DP: There Is No Need To Ask For Permission To Create
Founded in 2013, ANNXANNXDESIGN is the brainchild of Han-Yin Hsu of Los Angeles, CA.
123D Design Upgraded to 1.7 And Adds Some Very Useful Features
The free 123D suite of apps from Autodesk just got a lot better with the release of 123D Design 1.7.
A Chat About The Upcoming Cybot 330 Pro 3D Printer
We had a chat with the producers of the upcoming Cybot 330 PRO desktop 3D printer to find out more about the mysterious device.
The Many Plugins Available For OctoPrint
We’ve been looking through a site chock-full of plugins for 3D printer management software OctoPrint, and there’s some very useful functions present.
The 3DGence One 3D Printer
We got a close look at 3DGence’s new ONE 3D printer and saw features we haven’t seen in any other machine.
The Kentstrapper Zero 3D Printer
Florence-based Kentstrapper announced the “Zero” 3D printer with a number of ease-of-use features.
The Uplift Prize Hopes To Advance Self-Replication
A crowdfunding campaign is attempting to raise funds for an innovation award focused on self-replication using 3D printing.
More Signals MakerBot is Readying New Equipment
Is MakerBot positioning to release a new 3D printer? We think maybe.
Why Are 3D Print Service Costs So Different?
You need to use a 3D print service. You get quotes from several firms. All the quotes are wildly different! Why is this?
New HASCO/Stratasys Hybrid System 3D Prints Inserts For Injection Molded Prototypes
Stratasys Ltd. and mold maker HASCO have announced a new approach to the production of low volume injection molded prototypes that could be a quicker and more cost-effective hybrid system.
New High Speed 3D Printer Filament From A New Joint Venture
CreateItReal and WEISTEK have partnered on a new joint venture to develop high speed PLA filaments for their lightning fast machines.
WASP Develops a DLP-Based 3D Printing Process and Gives It Away!
Italy-based WASP suddenly announced a new DLP-based resin 3D printing process that could shake things up in 3D printing.
Hands On With The Zebra Plate
We’ve been testing PRINTinZ’s essential accessory, the Zebra printing plate.
More On The Case of the 3D Printer Fire
We’ve obtained additional information regarding our recent story of a residential 3D printer-related fire.
Formlabs Explains Their Kickstarter Success
When Formlabs first appeared on the 3D printing scene some three years ago, they made history by raising an unprecedented USD$3M. How did they do it?
How To Cross The Chasm With Great Customer Service
You can order almost anything you want online, thanks to social media and e-commerce.
3D Printing and the Future of Manufacturing
3D printing has changed production processes for the better and has transformed what was originally a prototyping tool into one that engineering firms now utilize to make final products, too.