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What Happened to the Huge 3D Printer Presence at CES?
Who’s going to CES 2023? We’re not.
Book of the Week: A Victorian Handbook of Mechanical Movements
This week’s selection is “A Victorian Handbook of Mechanical Movements” by Thomas Walter Barber.
My Anti-Predictions for 2023: What Won’t Happen in the Coming Year
It’s the beginning of a new year, and it’s time for predictions. Anti-predictions, actually.
Meet Ermaksan: Turkey’s Innovative 3D Printer Manufacturer
Ermaksan is a 3D printer manufacturer you may not have heard of previously.
Design of the Week: Titanium Bike Handlebars
This week’s selection are the incredible titanium 3D printed bike handlebars by MYTHOS.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 1, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
2022: A Look At The Top 10 3D Printing Developments
Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate countdown their top ten 3D print developments for 2022.
Thoughts on 3D Printing In 2022
At the close of the year, it’s time to reflect on what just happened.
New AM Materials Round Up, December 30, 2022
Several new AM materials were announced in past weeks.
Create Unique Avatar Merchandise with 3D Printing Technology
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi propose some 3D printing for the Avatar franchise.
Big Deal: Hexagon Gives Czinger Supercar a $100 Million Turbo Boost
Divergent Technology gets an investment from Hexagon AB.
Hands On With Carima CMYK Non-Toxic 3D Printer Resin, Part 2
Our review of Carina’s CMYK resins continues with print results and final thoughts.
Hands On With Carima CMYK Non-Toxic 3D Printer Resin, Part 1
We were provided the opportunity to test Carima’s CMYK non-toxic 3D printer resin.
Exploring the Unique 3D Printable Materials Developed by Fortify
Fortify has been developing new and quite interesting 3D printable materials.
How Volkswagen is Utilizing 3D Printing to Combat Supply Chain Disruptions Caused by China Lockdowns
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the reaction of automakers in China during the recent crisis.
Fabbaloo Is Now On Mastodon
We’re now on Mastodon!
Unlocking Stronger Parts with BCN3D’s Revolutionary VLM Process
3D printed outsole by BCN3D’s VLM process [Source: Fabbaloo]
Benefits of Having a 3D Printer for Your Home
It might not feel like long ago when 3D printers were only accessible to big corporations, tech teams, or people with enormous amounts of money.
Exploring Qatar University’s 3D Printing Solutions for the 2022 FIFA World Cup
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal the way 3D print tech was used to help create this year’s World Cup stadiums.
Hands On With Simplify3D V5.0, Part 2
We complete our review of Simplify3D V5.0 with a look at previews, features, bugs and final thoughts.
Hands On With Simplify3D V5.0, Part 1
After a wait of several years, we’ve got our hands on the latest version of Simplify3D.
Book of the Week: 3D Printing Without Prior Knowledge
This week’s selection is “3D Printing Without Prior Knowledge : 7 Days To Your First 3D Print (Become An Engineer Without Prior Knowledge” by Benjamin Spahic.
Unforeseen Delays: COVID-19 Disrupts China-based 3D Print Companies
China-based 3D print companies are being hit hard by COVID-19.
Design of the Week: 3D Printable Snow Chains
This week’s selection is the Universal 3D Printable Snow Chain by SpeziLover.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 25, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Big Opportunities for Smaller 3D Printing Companies Amid Recent Mass Layoffs
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the good and bad news of recent corporate restructuring activities.
Get Your Copy of Women in 3D Printing’s 2022 “Diversity for Additive Manufacturing” Report
Women in 3D Printing released their annual “Diversity for Additive Manufacturing” report earlier this month.
Exploring the Admaflex 130: Admatec’s Latest Ceramic 3D Printer
I spoke with Admatec about their latest 3D printer, the Admaflex 130.
BP, ExxonMobil & Shell Investing in Biogas Production Powered by 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Matthew Selman look at usage of 3D printing by several major oil & gas companies.
Dashed Dreams: What Happened to Fast Radius?
A 3D printing hub with dreams of push button manufacturing ends up in a fire sale.
Generating 3D Models from Simple Text Prompts: OpenAI’s Point-E System
Things are moving very quickly in the text to 3D model AI space.
Loop 3D’s Pro X+ 3D Printer: Automated Filament Handling for Low-Volume Production
I had a look at Loop 3D’s new Loop Pro X+ 3D printer.
Exploring the Messy Reality of Construction 3D Printing: A New Video
A new video show the challenges and successes of working with construction 3D printers.
How NJEDA’s NJ MVP Program Can Help 3D Printing Manufacturers in New Jersey
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a new economic development program that just launched in New Jersey.
Mango3D Introduces Lychee Slicer V5.0: FFF Printing Now Supported!
Mango3D announced V5.0 of the Lychee Slicer, but with a huge surprise: it handles FFF printing as well as resin 3D printing!
Innovative Solutions: 3D Printing Copper Atoms with Electroplating
Researchers have developed the incredible ability to 3D print copper at atomic scales.
AM-Flow Makes 3D Printing at Scale Simpler with Automation
3D printing at scale just might get a lot simpler with AM-Flow’s automation solution.
Apis Cor and SMASH: 3D Printing Affordable Housing in Miami-Dade County
Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate look at the state of 3D printing in Miami.
Shocking Plot to Hide 30kg of Drugs Inside 3D Printers Revealed in Taiwan
3D printer used in smuggling operation.
Meltio Launches Software Ecosystem for Manufacturing Solutions
Meltio announced a new software ecosystem for their manufacturing solutions.
Learn About One Click Metal’s Affordable and Easy-to-Use Metal 3D Printer
I spoke with the folks from One Click Metal and learned quite a bit about their mid-range metal 3D printer.
Book of the Week: Dancing With Robots
This week’s selection is “Dancing With Robots: The 29 Strategies for Success In the Age of AI and Automation” by Bill Bishop.
Prusa Research Takes a Step Towards the Future of Digital Spare Parts with “Official Brand Profiles”
Prusa Research announced a new initiative to attract commercial brands to their ecosystem.
Get to Know the MSLA and SLA Combination Inside Axtra3D’s Lumia 3D Printer
What’s going on inside Axtra3D’s Lumia 3D printer?
Exploring the Foamy 3D Printing Revolution: PrintFoam’s Innovative Process
PrintFoam is a unique form of 3D printing that uses, as you might guess, actual foam.
Design of the Week: Avatar Sculptures
This week’s selection are the huge Avatar sculptures produced by Gentle Giant Studios
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 18, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Unpacking the FDA’s Framework for 3D Printing at the Point of Care
Peter Saenz and Charles R. Goulding look at the progress of certified healthcare applications for 3D printing.
Text to 3D: The Massive Implications of Luma AI’s Imagine 3D Technology
This week Luma AI announced a new 3D model generation technology, that while crude today, will ultimately dominate in the future.
Exploring DyeMansion’s Latest Smoothing and Color Dyeing Systems
I had a chat with the friendly folks at DyeMansion about their latest system.
3D Printing Technology Aids General Dynamics In Ukraine Arms Deal
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the opportunities opening for additive manufacturing as a result of the conflict in Ukraine.
Additive Helping Harness Geothermal Energy
Engineering a 3D printed component that can take the heat and corrosive chemicals in a geothermal well.
The Biggest Breakthrough in 3D Printing: Automatic 3D Models from Luma AI
This could be the biggest breakthrough in 3D printing in decades: automatic 3D models.
Stratasys Raises Prices … Again
A quiet announcement from Stratasys indicated they’re raising prices on multiple 3D printer models, but there is some good news, too.
Massivit’s Cast in Motion: A Game-Changing 3D Printing Process
We had a close look at Massivit’s latest 3D print technology: CIM, or “Cast in Motion”.
Thailand: The Next 3D Printing Hub
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider the possibility of increased use of 3D printing in Thailand.
Creality Sponsors Major E-Sports Event in Brazil
Creality took an unusual step by sponsoring a major E-sports event.
Authentise Rebrands aMES to “Flows”
Authentise announced a rebranding that is a lot more than a name change.
We Told You So: Simplify3D 5.0 Released After Multi-Year Delay
Finally, after an extremely long wait, Simplify3D version 5.0 has been released today.
When a Leading Designer Uses a 3D Printer
Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate review the use of personal 3D printing by a noted designer.
Revolutionary Six-Filament Extrusion Solution from Multec
I had the opportunity to check out Multec’s amazing six-filament extrusion solution.
The Next Level of 3D Printing: FreeD Printing is Redefining Slicing
FreeD Printing is a software company producing software that can slice your 3D model in ways you can’t imagine.
BASF, Europe’s De-Industrialization, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine BASF’s moves in Europe and Asia.
Book of the Week: Designing Pleasurable Products
This week’s selection is “Designing Pleasurable Products: An Introduction to the New Human Factors” by Patrick W. Jordan.
The Need For Standardized 3D Print Bins
I had an idea after roving around Formnext 2022, and it has to do with post processing.
How Is Digital Metal Doing After The Markforged Acquisition?
How is Digital Metal doing after their surprise acquisition by Markforged?
MELD’s Hybrid Metal 3D Printer
MELD announced a new hybrid device to produce large metal parts.
Design of the Week: Giant Disinfectant Bottle
This week’s selection is the Giant Disinfectant Bottle by Modix.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 11, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Multinational US$1T Asset Manager: Blackstone & 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Matthew Selman examine the growing use of 3D print tech in Blackstone’s new acquisition.
SketchFab Goes Adults Only – Which Site is Next?
Online 3D repository Sketchfab has changed their policies and now permits only adults aged 18 or over to participate.
What To Make of Wematter’s Big Deal With 3D Systems
I spoke with Wematter representatives about several things happening with the company recently.
Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Systems and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the potential use of 3D printing technology to improve the efficiency of CHP operations.
EOS Announces Sustainable Polymers
The company factors material sourcing, consumption and reusability into its new, more sustainable materials.
Is It Time For 3D Print Material Biodegradability?
I read about a new sustainable polymer being developed, and had a thought about sustainability in the 3D print world.
Tethon 3D’s Extra-Dense Ceramic 3D Printer Resin
I dropped by Tethon 3D’s stand at Formnext and had a chat about their new ceramic 3D printing resin.
The HIAM 3D Printing Process
I’m reading about a new and highly unusual 3D printing process, “HIAM”.
The NFL’s Concussion Protocol, Traumatic Brain Injuries, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Warren Buzzell look at how a recent incident might have been helped with a 3D print application.
Polymaker’s Breadth of Filament Products Expands
Polymaker showed us some of their recent products, and it’s quite amazing what they’ve developed.
INTAMSYS Launches Desktop High Temperature 3D Printer
INTAMSYS launched a new desktop 3D printer that can operate at high temperatures.
Clara.io Shuts Down
Online 3D modeling tool Clara.io is shutting down.
We Do Need Those Stinkin’ Badges!
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi wonder why Ford didn’t use 3D printing to resolve a recent supply chain issue.
AI Tools Will Change 3D Printing in a Way You Don’t Expect
After looking at several AI tools recently, I’ve realized there is another fundamentally important way AI will affect the 3D printing world.
What Happened to the Blackbelt 3D printer? Answer: It’s Even Better
There’s an interesting tale about the Blackbelt 3D printer, the first successful belt 3D printer.
Essentium’s Laser Focus on Quality
I had a chat with Essentium’s CEO, Blake Teipel the other week and learned about their increased focus on quality.
Book of the Week: Invent to Learn
This week’s selection is “Invent to Learn: Making, Tinkering, and Engineering in the Classroom” by Sylvia Martinez and Gary S. Stager.
3D Printing Upside Down and Right Side Up at the Same Time with Duplex 3D
Duplex 3D has produced what could be one of the strangest — and fastest — FFF 3D printers on the market.
Sculpman’s Amazing Variable Width 3D Printer Nozzle
Sculpman’s variable nozzle is among the most interesting technologies we saw at Formnext.
Sculpteo Released Their 2022 Annual Survey Results
Sculpteo released their fascinating annual survey of 3D printing last week.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Bike
This week’s selection is the 3D printed bicycle by voxeljet, Mungo Racing and Spherene.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 4, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
How 3D Printing Can Help Pakistan After Devastating Flooding
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi hope Pakistan will release their ban on import of 3D printers to assist in flooding relief.
Is the ReCreator 3D’s Pultrusion Method a Good Thing?
I’m looking at an interesting open source hardware project, the ReCreator 3D.
The Seven New Classes of Metal 3D Printers
After seeing a great deal of new metal 3D printers recently, it seems that there are new classes of equipment emerging.