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Teledyne and Excelitas: Powering the Future of Aerospace, Defense, and Industrial Tech

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi divulge how Teledyne Technologies’ acquisition of Excelitas for $710 million brings advanced photonics and optics innovations into its portfolio, enhancing its capabilities in aerospace, defense, and industrial applications.

Formnext 2024 Highlights: Financial Stress, Industry Shifts, and Emerging Innovators

Formnext 2024 has concluded, and I have some thoughts.

New 3D Printing Method Embeds Optical Sensors in Metal Parts for Micro Reactors

A new application area for additive manufacturing has been identified: micro reactors.

New Algorithm Inspired by Nature Solves Overhang Challenges in Construction 3D Printing

New research focuses on the problem of overhangs with construction 3D printing (3DCP), with a possible solution inspired by nature.

Design of the Week: Stereographic Projection

This week’s selection is the Stereographic Projection by mathematician Henry Segerman.

Which 3D print company is the biggest this week? [Image by Stefan Keller from Pixabay]

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 24, 2024

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

Beyond Vision: EssilorLuxottica’s Bold Moves in 3D Printing and AI-Powered Eyewear

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi provide insight into EssilorLuxottica’s transformative journey, highlighting their groundbreaking partnerships with Meta and advancements in 3D printing that are reshaping the eyewear and wearable tech industries.

Supernova Unveils Viscogel Resins and Pulse Production Platform for VLM 3D Printing

Supernova has finally unveiled the materials for use in their VLM system.

Researchers Develop Recyclable Resin for Sustainable Printing

A recent paper shows a new style of 3D printer resin that could potentially be recycled.

AMPOWER’s Annual Industry Charts Map Additive Manufacturing Technologies

AMPOWER has released their additive manufacturing charts once again.

Top 5 Beginner-Friendly 3D Printing Design Tools for Engineers

Comparing the best starting points for additive design in terms of features, support, ease of use and more.

IdeaFormer IR3 V2: Affordable, High-Speed Belt 3D Printing with Enhanced Adhesion and Durability

There’s a new belt 3D printer on the market: the IdeaFormer IR3 V2.

voxeljet and Partners Develop Method to Reuse SLS Waste Powder for HSS

Interesting news from Voxeljet: they’ve found a way to reuse waste SLS powder.

Authentise Expands Threads Platform with AI-Powered Documentation and API Customization Tools

Authentise announced two new features for their Threads platform that strongly leverage AI.

“We 3D Print Lots of Things!”: How Rocket Lab is Redefining Space Technology with Additive Manufacturing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Rocket Lab is transforming from a launch provider into a space technology powerhouse by integrating 3D printing across its operations, pioneering advances in space infrastructure and manufacturing.

The Truth Behind Water-Washable 3D Printer Resins

It’s time to wash away water-washable 3D printer resins.

JuggerBot3D’s P3-44 ASTRA: The First 3D Printer to Safely Print PVC

JuggerBot3D announced a new 3D printer variant, the P3-44 ASTRA.

Airtech Expands Sustainable Resin Portfolio with Color and Transparency Options

Airtech announced a couple of new sustainable resins for 3D printing.

WIP Project Investigates Use of AM for Water Infrastructure

UK-based project to wrap up in early 2025.

Why Carlyle Group Walked Away: A Missed Opportunity in Germany’s Booming Submarine Industry

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi cover how a protracted approval process led Carlyle Group to abandon its bid for a stake in Thyssenkrupp Marine Systems, potentially leaving a golden opportunity on the table for German defense innovation.

New Circular Flow Calibration Tool Enhances 3D Print Precision

There’s an interesting new flow calibrator available that seems to work better than others.

Roboze Unveils SlizeR: Faster, Smarter 3D Print Slicing Software

Roboze announced a new slicing software tool, “SlizeR”.

Researchers Develop Predictive Model for Supersonic Metal Particle Bonding

Researchers have found a way to predict the bonding of supersonic metal particles.

Baker Hughes Bets Big on 3D Printing for an Efficient, Sustainable Future

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi drill into Baker Hughes’ transformative use of 3D printing, highlighting its strategic partnerships and impact on the energy sector.

LEAP 71 Achieves Breakthrough with 3D Printed Aluminum Rocket Engine

Another milestone in 3D printing has been achieved: 3D printing a rocket engine from aluminum.

NASA Explores Laser Welding in Space: Implications for 3D Printing

NASA is launching a new scientific research project that may impact future 3D printing.

Stratasys Unveils New SAF Post Processing, Materials and More

Stratasys issued a number of interesting updates last week.

Design of the Week: DISCOVER 3D

This week’s selection is the DISCOVER 3D by LEMKI Robotix and iScale3D.

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 17, 2024

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

The Brutalist Renaissance: How 3D Printing Honors Paul Rudolph’s Bold Legacy

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore Paul Rudolph’s pioneering Brutalist architecture, connecting his bold materiality and design with today’s advances in 3D concrete printing.

Toxic Resin Alert: Formlabs Highlights Hidden Dangers in 3D Printing Materials

Formlabs has released a damning report on the state of 3D printer resin safety that everyone should read.

Join Us at Formnext 2024, the World’s Largest 3D Printing Event

It’s November once again, and yes, we will be attending Formnext this coming week.

Fuzzyficator Update: Seamless Integration with Major 3D Slicing Software

There’s a major update to the non-planar fuzzy skin script.

New 3D Bioprinter Replicates Brain Tissue, Bone and Cartilage at High Speed

University of Melbourne biomedical engineers aim to improve drug discovery with high-output process.

Hands On With The Formlabs Form 4L, Part 3

Our review of the Formlabs Form 4L concludes with software, print results, and final thoughts.

Hands On With The Formlabs Form 4L, Part 2

Our look at the Formlabs 4L 3D printer continues with Operations.

Hands On With The Formlabs Form 4L, Part 1

We’ve been testing the brand-new Formlabs 4L 3D printer in the past few weeks, and we’d like to tell you about it.

Schneider Electric: U.S. Expansion, Clean Energy Innovation, and the Power of 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi highlight Schneider Electric’s shift towards sustainable U.S. manufacturing, supported by 3D printing and federal incentives.

Anycubic Kobra 3 and Photon M7 Series Discounted for Black Friday

Anycubic has quite a sale on 3D printers this Black Friday season.

ADDIMETAL Unveils K-2-2 Binder Jet 3D Printer with Open Material Capabilities

There’s a new metal 3D printer on the loose: the ADDIMETAL K-2-2.

Axtra3D Secures $4.5M, Boosting Hybrid PhotoSynthesis 3D Printing Technology

Axtra3D announced a significant investment in the company. They’ve raised US$4.5M in a Series A investment round, led by HZG Group. Axtra3D, based in Charlotte, NC, has developed a unique 3D printing process that combines both DLP and Laser approaches in the same system. The DLP component enables rapid printing by solidifying the internal structures,… Continue reading Axtra3D Secures $4.5M, Boosting Hybrid PhotoSynthesis 3D Printing Technology

Siemens’ Bold Move to Acquire Altair

In this analysis, Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi unpack Siemens’ move to acquire Altair and what it means for the future of 3D printing and industrial automation.

3D Systems Introduces PSLA 270 DLP 3D Printer

Wash and Cure solution also available with new materials for SLA, SLS and MJP.

Caracol Enters Metal 3D Printing Market with Launch of Vipra Series

Caracol has made a big strategic shift: they’re now 3D printing metal.

Formlabs Enters Third-Party Resin Market with Safer Creator Series Resins

Formlabs made an unusual move: they’re entering the third-party resin market.

DyeMansion’s PFAS-Free Solution Gains Industry Attention

Dyemansion has eliminated “forever chemicals” from their post-processing solution.

Future Flight: Bell’s 3D Printing Advances and the Army’s Tiltrotor Transformation

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine Bell’s use of 3D printing to propel the U.S. Army’s next-gen tiltrotor capabilities.

Creality Launches K2 Plus Combo: High-Speed, Servo-Driven 3D Printing for Professionals

Today is the day Creality launches their long-anticipated K2 Plus Combo in their online store.

PHA in 3D Printing Takes a Step Forward with OXMAN’s Sustainable Product Platform, Oᵒ

There’s been a development in the use of PHA material for 3D printing.

New Impact Printing Method Uses Earth-Based Materials for Low-Carbon Construction

Researchers have developed a new form of 3D printing that they call “Impact Printing”.

Design of the Week: Mac mini Pro

This week’s selection is the Mac mini Pro by MakerWorld contributor Jerrod Hofferth.

Which 3D print company is the biggest this week? [Image by Stefan Keller from Pixabay]

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 10, 2024

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

The Power of Composites: Revolutionizing Manufacturing with 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how cutting-edge 3D printing with composites enables precise, durable solutions that meet the highest industry standards.

3DEVO’s New Filament Maker TWO: Advanced Features and Larger Spool Handling

3DEVO announced a significant upgrade to their filament production lineup, introducing the Filament Maker TWO. Succeeding the Filament Maker ONE, the new device promises increased filament quality and a number of new features. 3DEVO is perhaps the only company that’s figured out how to properly perform desktop filament production. While the notion of grinding up… Continue reading 3DEVO’s New Filament Maker TWO: Advanced Features and Larger Spool Handling

New Stratasys Software Repurposes Waste PA12 Powder for Sustainable 3D Printing

Stratasys announced an intriguing new method of reusing waste SLS powder.

Did You Know? Autodesk Fusion 360 Monitors Shared Files for Potential ITAR Violations

Apparently, Autodesk Fusion 360 performs censoring of some 3D models.

Siemens to Buy Altair for $10 Billion

The massive software acquisition will close next year, plus the latest simulation news from Altium, VI-Grade and Ansys.

Hands On With The Panda Series, Part 2

Our review of BigTreeTech’s Panda Series of Bambu Lab upgrades concludes.

Hands On With The Panda Series, Part 1

We had the opportunity to test BigTreeTech’s Panda Series of Bambu Lab upgrades.

3D Printing Revives Fusion Energy Dreams: Princeton’s Stellerator Prototype on a Budget

There’s an interesting story from IEEE Spectrum describing how researchers built a low-cost fusion reactor — using 3D printing.

The Future of Biomanufacturing: Machine Learning, Automation, and 3D Printing’s Role

Charles R. Goulding and Warren Buzzell Jr. discuss the Agile BioFoundry’s cutting-edge technologies and the untapped potential of 3D printing in bioprocessing.

DIP Technology Surpasses Volumetric Printing Speeds with Innovative Resin Flow Solution

A radically new and incredibly fast 3D printing process has been developed: Dynamic Interface Printing, or “DIP”.

Stich3R: New Blender Add-On Brings Realistic GCODE Visualization

There’s a new and quite beautiful rendering system for GCODE visualization. When you prepare a 3D print in slicing software, there’s usually a 3D viewable preview. It’s quite important to review the preview, because it can often show flaws in the job — does the first layer actually touch all of the plate? Did you… Continue reading Stich3R: New Blender Add-On Brings Realistic GCODE Visualization

Make 3D Prints Truly Watertight with DIAMANT’s dichtol AM Hydro Sealant

Have you ever tried to 3D print a waterproof object? There’s a solution for you.

ORNL Reduces Inspection Time for 3D Printed Nuclear Parts by 85%

The algorithm is now being trained for Idaho National Laboratory (INL) to apply similar methods for irradiated materials and nuclear fuel.

3D Printing Drives the Jeep Legacy Forward: A New Era of Off-Road Adventure

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi trace the Jeep’s transformation from military workhorse to a global off-road legend, spotlighting how 3D printing has opened new frontiers in vehicle customization.

Creality’s Biggest Black Friday Sale Ever: Massive Discounts on 3D Printers, Scanners, and More

Our friends at Creality have quite a sale taking place on Black Friday. Black Friday sees plenty of deals for all items, and desktop 3D printers are among the more popular items being purchased. Creality, as the largest producer of desktop 3D printers on the planet, has launched a significant sale on their equipment. Creality… Continue reading Creality’s Biggest Black Friday Sale Ever: Massive Discounts on 3D Printers, Scanners, and More

Researchers Develop Carbon-Doped Metal Alloy with Enhanced Cryogenic Strength

Researchers have developed a new 3D printable metal alloy that has exceptional cryogenic properties.

3DPrinterOS and Montclair State University Partner to Detect 3D Printed Gun Parts

There’s quite an announcement from 3DPrinterOS today: they intend on automatically detecting 3D-printed gun parts.

Cowboy Couture Meets 3D Printing: The Yellowstone Fashion Phenomenon

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how Yellowstone’s influence on Western fashion is being amplified by 3D printing, offering custom, modern takes on timeless cowboy gear.

3D Printing with Chitu Systems’ Rainbow Filaments – Plus a Reader Discount

One of the hidden secrets in desktop 3D printing is the use of rainbow filaments.

Is SwiftShape the Next Big Thing in Desktop Fabrication? Is it a 3D Printer?

A new Kickstarter project offering a multifunction 3D printer seems to be succeeding.

Ozone Partners with Sculpteo to 3D Print Custom Paraglider Parts for Enhanced Flight Performance

One of Sculpteo’s customers has developed a new application for 3D printed parts: customized paraglider parts.

Design of the Week: Side Bin

This week’s selection is the highly over-engineered Side Bin by Printables contributor SMACKMAX.

Which 3D print company is the biggest this week? [Image by Stefan Keller from Pixabay]

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 3, 2024

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

Striking a Balance: Global Port Automation and the Future of Dock Workers

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into how automation and 3D printing are redefining global port operations and what this means for the workforce.

JanTec Engineering Unveils Breakthrough to Reduce 3D Print Warping

JanTec Engineering has an ingenious way to reduce 3D printed part warping through the use of multiple materials.

Formnext Chicago Postpones Debut Amid Scheduling Conflict with Rapid+TCT and Industry Pressures

Formnext Chicago has been postponed, and this is a significant development in the industry.

Ulendo’s New Software Upgrade Increases Industrial 3D Printing Speeds by 5X

Ulendo announced a new program to massively increase the speed of certain industrial 3D printers.

7 Free AM Simulation Tools You Might Not Know

Some lesser-known 3D printing simulation software with examples of implementation.

Understanding the Real Implications of the Stratasys-Bambu Lab Patent Dispute

I continue to see doom and gloom regarding Stratasys’ patent infringement lawsuit against Bambu Lab, but most of the commentary is nonsense.

Hanboost C1: The Ultrasonic Tool Every 3D Printer Operator Needs

A new Kickstarter project should be of considerable interest to 3D printer operators.

Researchers Develop Algorithms to Improve Accuracy of Complex 3D Scans

A new approach to point cloud processing could dramatically enhance the accuracy of complex 3D scans.

Bambu Lab Addresses Filament Tape Problem Affecting AMS Performance

There are a number of reports of issues with recent filament spools from Bambu Lab. What’s going on?

MakerBot Sketch Sprint vs. Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro: Are They the Same?

MakerBot recently announced a new 3D printer, the Sketch Sprint. Some think it’s a Flashforge 3D printer, but is it?

Bad Obsession Motorsport Develops Machine to Print Solder Traces for Project Binky

Is it possible to 3D print solder? That seems to be the case, as a motorsport company developed a machine to do exactly that.

JuggerBot3D Acquires Property for $975K to Fuel Expansion

Ursa Major is also a tenant at the same location on Southern Boulevard in Youngstown (OH).

Redefining Affordability: How IKEA’s New Strategy Bucks the Revenue Trend

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi unpack IKEA’s unique approach to affordability, exploring how 3D printing and price cuts fuel its customer-centered mission.

Meta Eyes 5% Stake in EssilorLuxottica: The Smart Glasses Revolution Begins

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi provide some insight into Meta’s rumored investment of US$5 billion in EssilorLuxottica, thereby combining Meta’s metaverse ambitions with Luxottica’s eyewear dominance and exploring the future of smart glasses through 3D printing.