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Formlabs Introduces Innovative Resin Materials: Silicone 40A and Alumina 4N
Formlabs announced two new and interesting resin materials and SLS packaging.
Nadav Goshen Steps Down as UltiMaker CEO, Michiel Alting von Geusau Assumes Role
UltiMaker has a new CEO today.
Book of the Week: Autodesk Tinkercad Exercises
This weekâs selection is âAutodesk Tinkercad Exercisesâ by Sachidanand Jha.
Revolutionizing Lens Coating Technology: Insights from the CEO of flĆ
We spoke with Jonathan Jaglom about his new venture, flĆ, which is using advanced 3D printing to produce advanced lens coatings.
Redwire 3D Bioprints a Human Knee Meniscus in Space
Redwire announced theyâve been able to 3D bioprint a human knee meniscus in space.
Cybe’s 93% Carbon Reduction Cement for Construction 3D Printing
Cybe announced a new construction 3D printing material that is nearly carbon neutral, and this changes the game completely.
Design of the Week: Bonnie Prince Charlie
This weekâs selection is a lifelike recreation of Bonnie Prince Charlie.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 10, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
LimaCorporate and Siemens Develop Cementless 3D Printed Knee Implants
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the successes that LimaCorporate has had with 3D printed implants.
The Impending Material Crisis in High-Speed 3D Printing
After working with several high speed FFF desktop 3D printers lately, I think the industry is going to face a material crisis.
AI Startup Exposed: The Use of Humans in 3D Model Generation
A report on 404 Media reveals an AI startup was secretly using humans to generate 3D models.
Jabil’s Ongoing 3D Printing Innovations
Charles R. Goulding and Fraser Lintott discuss some recent developments at Jabil.
7 Tips for Designing 3D-Printed Jigs and Fixtures
Make your manufacturing tooling faster, simpler and more reliable with additive manufacturing.
Essential Features to Look for in High-Speed FFF 3D Printers
Thereâs an increasing number of âhigh speedâ FFF 3D printers coming onto the market, but what specific features should you be looking for?
Victoria Hand Project: Providing Prosthetic Care with 3D Printing
In Ukraine the Victoria Hand Project employs 3D printing to make prosthetic care accessible to the underserved.
Combining Living Cells and Polymer 3D Printing for Water Purification
An interesting project at UCSD pairs living cells with polymer 3D printing.
How 3D Printing in Tennessee is Revolutionizing Auto Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how the state of Tennessee has responded to ongoing labor shortages by way of technical training programs.
Crealityâs New CR-10 SE: Specs and Features Unpacked
Creality announced the CR-10 SE, a printer engineered for advanced users with an emphasis on achieving a superior first layer.
CGMaxed Introduces Innovative PVB-Based 3D Print Adhesive Solution
A new PVB-based 3D print adhesive solution has been released by CGMaxed.
Project R3D Debuts Talos Line: High-Speed IDEX 3D Printers for Professionals
Project R3D has released a new set of professional 3D printers, the Talos line.
Anouk Wipprecht Releases Mind-Controlled, 3D Printed ScreenDress
Designed with Onshape, manufactured with the new HP Jet Fusion 5420W system.
Exploring the Advancements in 3D Printing for Auto Parts and Autobody Repair
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take a look at the new 3D Printing Auto Repair Tasking Force what its implementation could mean for the auto part industry.
The 100 DIY 3D Printer: Official Release of MatthĂ€us Szturc’s High-Speed Design
MatthÀus Szturc has officially released the design for The 100, an incredibly fast DIY 3D printer.
From Aerospace to Dental: 3D Printing’s Role in Six Manufacturing Fields
3D print technology is slowly moving into manufacturing, but what, exactly is driving it?
Unleashing High Viscosity Resins: LSVP 3D Printing Breakthrough
Researchers have developed a new 3D print process âLSVPâ, which can apparently handle highly viscous resins.
Book of the Week: Construction 4.0
This weekâs selection is âConstruction 4.0: An Innovation Platform for the Built Environmentâ by Anil Sawhney, Michael Riley and Javier Irizarry.
Analyzing Progress in the #SpeedBoatRace Challenge
Whatâs the latest on the #SpeedBoatRace challenge? We found out.
From Skepticism to Opportunity: How Apple’s Move Might Shape 3D Printing’s Future
I have some thoughts on the latest rumors of Apple getting into 3D printing.
Caracol and NextChem Join Forces to Create Pioneering 3D Printed Sailboat
Charles R. Goulding and Fraser Lintott discuss how 3D printing can disrupt the sailboat industry.
Design of the Week: MiniSander
This weekâs selection is the MiniSander by Instructables contributor Modelskitsdeluxe.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 3, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Johnson Screens: 120 Years Strong, Now Embracing 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe admire Johnson Screens’ willingness to rethink fabrication and experiment with additive manufacturing.
Hands On With The Anycubic Wash & Cure Max, Part 2
Our look at the Anycubic Wash & Cure Max concludes with a look at operations, print results and final thoughts.
Hands On With The Anycubic Wash & Cure Max, Part 1
Weâve been testing the unusual Wash & Cure Max post processing system from Anycubic.
Breaking News: Apple Explores 3D Printing for Next-Gen Watch Casings
Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider the latest rumors of Apple apparently using metal 3D printing.
Metal Powders for 3D Printing: An Engineerâs Guide
What you need to know when selecting, storing and using metal powders for additive manufacturing applications.
High-Speed 3D Printing On the Rise: Who’s Joining the Fast Lane?
Which desktop 3D printer companies have entered the high speed 3D printing race?
Thought 3D’s Study Sheds Light on the Science of Drying Nylon Filament
Thought 3D has published a very interesting study on drying nylon filament.
Introducing the M5C: AnkerMake’s Affordable High-Speed 3D Printer
Ankermake released the M5C, a variant of their popular M5 3D printer.
Beyond Moore’s Law: The Rise of Chiplets in the Tech Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Fraser Lintott explore how additive manufacturing can improve the process of fabricating chips.
Introducing Meltio Space: The Slicing Software Powering Meltio’s Robotic Metal 3D Printing
Meltio has released a unique slicing system for its 3D printer.
Driving Innovation: 3D Scanning’s Impact on Automotive Upgrades
One of the key applications for 3D scanning is automotive repair and enhancement.
Micro 3D Printing Meets Dentistry: BMF’s Technology Reshapes Dental Veneer Manufacturing
BMF announced a very unusual new application for their micro 3D printer: dental veneers.
Human Tissue 3D Printing Inches Forward at University of Sydney
Using 3D photolithographic printing to create a complex environment for assembling tissue that mimics the architecture of an organ.
TransDigm Can Take Aerospace 3D Printing to New Heights
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss aerospace industry giant TransDigm and how 3D printing can positively impact the business after a recent acquisition.
Hands On With The 3DMakerpro Seal 3D Scanner, Part 3
Our look at the Seal and Seal Lite 3D scanners from 3DMakerPro concludes with Software, Scan Results and Final Thoughts.
Hands On With The 3DMakerpro Seal 3D Scanner, Part 2
Our review of 3DMakerProâs Seal and Seal Lite 3D scanners continues with a look at operations, both desktop and mobile.
Hands On With The 3DMakerpro3DMakerpro Seal 3D Scanner, Part 1
We had the opportunity to check out 3DMakerProâs latest 3D scanners, the Seal and Seal Lite.
Book of the Week: Mergers & Acquisitions For Dummies
This weekâs selection is âMergers & Acquisitions For Dummiesâ by Bill Snow.
Sensors and AI: The Next Frontier in Enhancing 3D Printing Technology
Iâve thinking a lot lately about sensors on 3D printers.
Stratasys Calls Extraordinary Meeting: What are the Implications?
Stratasys has called an Extraordinary Meeting of its shareholders, but what does that mean?
MX3D Introduces Enormous Robotic 3D Metal Printing Machine
MX3D announced today a new large robotic system for 3D printing metal parts.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Airless Bicycle Tire
This weekâs selection is the 3D Airless Bicycle Tire by designer Brendan Carberry.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 27, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Ibon Iribar de Cemex Ventures habla sobre la impresiĂłn 3D en la industria de la construcciĂłn
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe hablan con Ibon Iribar sobre avances y applicaciones de la impresiĂłn 3D en el area de construcciĂłn en Cemex.
Cemex Ventures’ Ibon Iribar Discusses 3D Printing in the Construction Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe speak to Ibon Iribar about ongoing developments and applications of construction 3D printing at Cemex.
Automate Your Prusa: Meet JobOx – The Mini-Factory for 3D Printing
Want to transform your Prusa 3D printer into a mini-factory? Enter âJobOxâ.
From Italy to Everywhere: Roboze’s Reseller Network Expands Worldwide
Roboze announced yet more resellers for their products, illustrating the critical importance of resellers to manufacturers.
From Frankfurt to Austin: Formnext’s Transcontinental Journey to the USA
Formnext is coming up soon, and itâs not where you might think it is located.
Do Consumers Care About 3D-Printed Products?
Markforged survey looks at the average Americanâs attitude toward additive manufacturing.
Yale’s Funbotics Camp: How Creality is Contributing to 3D Printing Training
Creality recently concluded its sponsorship of Yale University’s first Funbotics Camp.
AI-Driven 3D Printing: Unveiling the Future of Unusual and Practical Parts
We could see an increase of very unusual yet practical 3D printed parts in the near future due to AI technology.
Flush of Innovation: 3D Printed Material Creates Self-Cleaning Toilets
Researchers have developed an unusual 3D printed material that is incredibly slippery, ideal for toilets.
Journey into Additive Manufacturing: A Conversation with Miaomiao Zhao
Nora Touré interviews Miaomiao Zhao.
Feel the Future: 3D Printing Paving the Way for Tactile Robots
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe explore examples of 3D printing techniques used to improve robotic systems.
Upgrade Your IKEA Experience with New Assistive 3D Prints from Enable 3D and Uppgradera
Enable 3D and Uppgradera have released a new set of assistive 3D prints designed for IKEA products.
Neuralangelo: NVIDIA’s New Open Source AI Tool Redefines 3D Surface Reconstruction
NVIDIA has released new open source code for Neurangelo, a powerful AI-based 3D tool.
End of an Era? Microsoft Finally Pulls the Plug on the Kinect’s Rollercoaster Journey
Microsoft announced they are finally, probably, almost certainly, discontinuing the venerable Kinect.
Coherent Develops Advanced Ceramic AM Technology
For high-performance thermal management applications, including for next-generation semiconductor capital equipment.
Manufacturing Supercycle Unleashed: How Foreign Investments and Legislative Acts Are Redefining US Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the potential for additive manufacturing’s role in a manufacturing renaissance.
Crealityâs New Release: Ender-3 V3 SE – The Future of Simplified 3D Printing?
Creality just rolled out their new Ender-3 V3 SE, promising an easier 3D printing experience for novices.
3D Printing Giants’ Merger Faces US DOJ Antitrust Examination
The US Department of Justice is looking into Stratasysâ merger activities.
Cargill’s Revolutionary Approach: 3D Printing Plant-Based Foods for a Growing World
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take a look at companies like Cargill and other startups taking on 3D printed plant protein.
Book of the Week: Starting an Etsy Business for Dummies
This weekâs selection is âStarting an Etsy Business for Dummiesâ by Kate Shoup and Kate Gatski.
Unintended Printathon: Bambu Lab’s Cloud Mishap Spurs Debate
Something crazy happened to the Bambu Lab community, and itâs causing a controversy.
Beyond Hardware: The Crucial Role of Software in Micro 3D Printing
While we spend much time contemplating the hardware of 3D printing, the software is just as important.
Strategies for Economical Filament Sourcing in 3D Printing Ventures
Are there options for lowering the cost of filament?
Design of the Week: Filament Winder
This weekâs selection is the Filament umspulen by Thingiverse contributor Georg Wittschier
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 20, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Inspiring the Future: Watsco’s Vision at Maker Faire Miami
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reflect on Maker Faire 2023, hosted by Watsco in Miami, Florida.
Why No Desktop SLS Printers Yet? Unraveling the Cost and Complexity
We have consumer-level filament and resin 3D printers, why donât we have consumer SLS 3D printers?
Optical Innovation: How ‘Flat Lenses’ Could Redefine 3D Scanning Technology
There could be a significant shift in how 3D scanners work in the near future.
BrightMarker: The Invisible Tracking Solution for 3D Printed Objects
A new technique might make it possible to more easily track 3D printed objects.
From Cobots to Humanoids: The Evolution of Robots in Warehouses
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the increase and integration of humanoid robots in manufacturing and warehouses.
4 3D Printing Applications for the Automotive Aftermarket
From custom cup holders to spare parts, additive manufacturing is changing the aftermarket for car parts.
Cubee’s Innovative Twist: Introducing the First ‘Record Label’ for 3D Designers
Iâm reading an unusual press release from Cubee where they announce the first âRecord Labelâ for 3D Designers.
Unlocking Enterprise Potential: Xometry’s New Cloud Collaboration Tool
Xometry announced a new cloud feature for their manufacturing service.
PlanificaciĂłn quirĂșrgica digital: una entrevista con el cofundador y CEO de TECHFIT, Mauricio Toro
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe tienen una conversaciĂłn interesante con Mauricio Toro, cofundador y director ejecutivo de TECHFIT.
Digital Surgery Planning: An Interview with TECHFIT’s Co-founder and CEO Mauricio Toro
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe have an engaging conversation with Mauricio Toro, co-founder and CEO of TECHFIT.
Hands On with CSM’s Image to 3D Service
Today weâre looking at CSMâs AI image to 3D service.
Terminology Turmoil: FDM, FFF, MEX, and the Quest for Accuracy
The plot thickens regarding the use of âFFFâ.
Taste the Future: 3D Printed Vegan Seafood Developed
Youâve heard about 3D printed steaks. How about 3D printed seafood?
Researchers Demonstrate Melt-Spinning AM System for Tubular Scaffolds
The study led by MERLN Institute for Technology-Inspired Regenerative Medicine at Maastricht University presented a rotating four axis extrusion system for diamond and rectangular pore designs.
The Future of Grocery Shopping: Hands-Free, Human-Free Checkout Experience
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss supermarkets embracing automation technologies, such as contactless pickup.