Anycubic announced two new 3D printers, including one that is to be priced at under US$200.
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All About PrintNanny
PrintNanny is a new AI system to smartly monitor 3D print jobs.
A Different Environment: 3D Printing Underwater Parts
A new research project has made extensive use of 3D printing — underwater. Most 3D printed parts are used in mechanical settings, and they must be made from materials that withstand the environmental conditions expected during deployment. Sometimes those conditions are quite easy to match, such as for tabletop or decorative use. Other times mechanical… Continue reading A Different Environment: 3D Printing Underwater Parts
Getting into 3D Printing? Here’s What to Know About Choosing the Right Materials
There are some common pitfalls to consider when selecting 3D printing materials.
Prusa Research Launches “Prusa Education”
Prusa Research launched a new service, “Prusa Education”.
Adidas and Carbon Create 3D Printed “Supershoe”
The new 4DFWD running shoe from Adidas demonstrates what is possible with advanced software driving 3D printing.
The Importance of ESD-Safe 3D Print Materials
There’s plenty of 3D print materials available, but what about ESD-safe filament?
HIMARS and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing has been used to assist in field deployments of the now-famous HIMARS system.
Hands On With The Anycubic D2 DLP 3D Printer, Part 3
Our test of the new Anycubic D2 DLP 3D printer concludes with a look at print results and final thoughts.
Hands On With The Anycubic D2 DLP 3D Printer, Part 2
Our test of the new Anycubic D2 DLP 3D printer continues with a look at operations and software.
Hands On With The Anycubic D2 DLP 3D Printer, Part 1
We had the opportunity to test the new Anycubic D2 DLP 3D printer.
GE Split-Up: Vernova and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how GE will handle 3D printing during its corporate restructuring.
Sorting Through Creality’s Current Ender-3 3D Printer Series
Creality now offers no less than six different Ender-3 3D printer models, and choosing between them can be challenging.
No One Understands the H350 3D Printer
Sometimes the new can be “too new”.
US Government Changes Rules For 3D Printed Weapons
Legal changes suggest the market for 3D printed weapons may soon shrink in the United States.
Book of the Week: 3D Printing For Money
This week’s selection is “3D Printing For Money” by Richard Licastro.
Could Sketch2Pose Show The Way To Easy 3D Modeling?
Sketch2Pose provides an intriguing capability that might eventually lead to a new way of 3D modeling.
3D Printed Camera Lens System Proves Something Interesting
An open source photography project has developed a 3D printable lens system, but there’s an interesting implication.
Toy Sales Going Strong with Help from 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the resurgence of the toy industry.
Design of the Week: Overboard Spice Rack
This week’s selection is the Overboard Spice Rack by electrical engineer and Reddit contributor FuegoMonster.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 28, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Fashion Mules and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a new footwear fashion trend and its relationship to 3D printing.
Large Format Delta FFF 3D Printer In Development
Researchers at Jacobs University in Germany are developing a large format 3D printer.
Using Soil Material for Construction 3D Printing?
Researchers at the University of Virginia have been experimenting with some highly unusual 3D printing material.
Fifty 3D Printer Exhibitors at the 2022 IMTS Chicago Trade Show
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the increasing proportion of 3D printing solutions shown at the bi-annual IMTS show.
Nexa3D Opens Up About the Dirty Side of 3D Printing
What gaps need to be addressed to make additive manufacturing truly sustainable?
Why 3D Print Services Must Do More Than Just Printing
A 3D print service must do far more than just the 3D printing.
Markforged’s Aerospace Grade 3D Printer: FX20
Markforged’s FX20 3D printer is quite impressive.
The Warping Advantage in 3D Printing
New research has shown a way to 3D print wooden objects that automatically unfold.
U.S. Defense Spending for Ukraine and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the recent increase in U.S. military production and how 3D printing takes a strong role.
Surprise: PrusaSlicer 2.5.0 Includes STEP Format Import
Prusa Research released the latest beta version of PrusaSlicer, and surprise — it includes the ability to use STEP files.
Azul 3D’s Continuous Production 3D Printer
Azul 3D offers a rare combination: continuous 3D printing not only within a job, but between jobs.
Carbon Acquires Advanced Generative Software System
Carbon announced today their first corporate acquisition, and it’s a big deal.
The Farnborough Airshow ’22 and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the potential for increased use of 3D printing in the aerospace industry.
Mashing Ultimaker and MakerBot Together: What Do You Get?
Some months ago it was announced that Ultimaker and MakerBot were getting together. But what would result?
Del Vecchio’s Passing and 3D Printed Eyewear
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how one industry changed and enabled a range of 3D printing applications.
Putting the Protein in 3D Printed Food
New research could show a way to increase 3D printed food adoption and at the same increase protein intake.
Book of the Week: Women in 3D Printing
This week’s selection is “Women in 3D Printing” by Stacey DelVecchio.
Stratasys, These 3D Prints Are Too Realistic!
Sometimes technology is going just too far.
Lynxter Continues 3D Print Commercialization
I had a chat with the folks from Lynxter to find out what they’ve been up to.
New 3D Printer Under Development: Alchemical-3D
A new open source 3D printer development project has launched, and they’re looking for contributors.
Design of the Week: Bike Reflector Hidden AirTag
This week’s selection is the Bike Reflector Hidden AirTag by Printables contributor heartbreakballer.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 21, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Space Startups and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at some of the many space startups now leveraging metal 3D printing.
Automatically Correcting 3D Printer Errors On The Fly
Have you ever hoped your 3D printer would automatically correct errors as it prints? That seems to now be possible.
Layoffs at Nexa3D
Sudden layoffs have struck 3D printer manufacturer Nexa3D.
Watsco HVAC and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how the HVAC industry could benefit from a dose of 3D printing.
This Company Is Shaking Up Additive Manufacturing with Ultrasonics
What’s different about Fabrisonic’s patented UAM technology? 3D printing is entering its fourth decade, with a lot of new technologies being developed along the way. Currently, the most popular among them is fused deposition modeling (FDM)—also known as fused filament fabrication (FFF)—a quick and cost-effective method for producing physical models. However, FDM results in parts that… Continue reading This Company Is Shaking Up Additive Manufacturing with Ultrasonics
Cosmo Wenman’s 3D Scanning Case Against Musée Rodin
If there’s one person that’s shaking up the world of 3D scanning, it’s Cosmo Wenman.
Low Temperature Composite 3D Printing?
Researchers have developed a method of 3D printing composite material at relatively low temperatures.
Create It Real’s Advanced Slicing Capabilities
Create It Real has been quietly getting their advanced slicing system out to industry partners.
Tulsa: $12,000 Tech Recruiting and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the latest developments in 3D printing taking place in Tulsa, OK.
What is PLA?
Novice 3D printer operators often wonder, “what is the PLA that I am printing?”
Question of the Week: 3D Printing A Skeleton Model
This week’s question relates to a very unusual 3D printing requirement.
How Important is Additive Manufacturing Security?
Security is an often ignored part of additive manufacturing.
Painting with Platelets and Medical Device 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a new development in medical technology.
AM Opportunities Abound at IMTS 2022
With additive manufacturing evolving so rapidly, it’s challenging to keep track of the latest emerging technologies.
The Story of 3D Printer Calibration
3D printing calibration is mentioned all the time, but what does it really mean?
Cargo Bikes and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the growing opportunity for 3D printing to assist the growth and use of cargo bikes.
Book of the Week: The Maker Magician’s Handbook
This week’s selection is “The Maker Magician’s Handbook: A Beginner’s Guide to Magic + Making” by Mario Marchese.
Can You 3D Print A Bike With An Inexpensive 3D Printer?
Is it possible to 3D print a high performance bike with an inexpensive 3D printer? It turns out you can — but indirectly.
Could 3D Print Materials Costs Drop?
Recent events in the plastics industry suggest that we could see drops in pricing for 3D printer materials — or not.
Sikorsky’s $2.3 Billion Helicopter Contract and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding looks at how 3D printing technology could fit into a major helicopter renewal contract.
Design of the Week: Combination Lock Pen
This week’s selection is the Combination Lock Pen by Reddit contributor Probably_Capable.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 14, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Singapore’s Manufacturing Boom Fueled by Robots and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the recent manufacturing transformation in Singapore.
Duch Group Offers “Free” SLA 3D Printers
A 3D printer manufacturer is apparently giving away 3D printers, but there’s a catch.
CADENAS Updates 3DFindIt
CADENAS has provided big updates to their online part-finding service 3DFindIt, and at the same time is to migrate users off of PARTcommunity.
3D Platform Developing Large Format IDEX 3D Printer
3D Platform showed an early version of a new large format 3D printer that offers dual independent extruders.
Run Faster and Save the Planet with 3D-Printed Shoes
Carbon’s new EPU 44 material uses a lattice to translate vertical force into horizontal motion in sustainability-focused Adidas 4DFWD footwear.
It Turns Out There Are Non-Toxic 3D Printer Resins
I’ve become aware of at least one provider of apparently non-toxic 3D printer resins.
Should You Have A 3D Printer At Home for Work?
The answer to the question of a home-based work 3D printer has taken many different forms.
Question of the Week: Jewelry 3D Printing
This week’s reader question relates to jewelry 3D printing.
Nexa3D’s Higher-Speed Resin 3D Printer for Hollywood Props
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the increasing use of 3D printing by movie-makers.
What Can I Make With A 3D Printer?
One of the most frequently asked questions by 3D print newbies is “What Can I Make With A 3D Printer?”
A New Box From Printerbox 3D
Printerbox 3D announced a new 3D print accessory that’s quite interesting.
Is 3D Systems Doing a Stratasys with dp polar?
3D Systems made a very interesting corporate move this week by acquiring dp polar.
Surgery with Bioartificial Organs, Legal Troubles and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine a tragic applications of 3D printing and consider how things could have worked out for the better.
Should Carbon Fiber be in All 3D Printer Filaments?
Carbon fiber is a more frequently seen material in 3D printing, but should it be in all materials?
Researchers Develop “Ultrastrong and Ductile” 3D Printable Alloy
Researchers at the University of Amherst and Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a unique metal alloy that could prove highly useful in additive manufacturing.
UK Productivity and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing technology could assist the UK economy.
Book of the Week: FreeCAD 0.20 Learn by Doing
This week’s selection is “FreeCAD 0.20 Learn by doing: Sketcher, Part Design, Assemblies, Technical Drawings” by T Kishore.
The Hat Theory: Prusa Slowly Evolving Into Industrial Printing
It seems to me that Prusa Research is gradually moving into professional and industrial 3D printing markets.
Huge Move By Stratasys: Acquiring Covestro AM
Stratasys made an extremely bold move by announcing they’ve acquired the additive manufacturing materials business of Covestro.
Repairable Design and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing could aid consumer repair activities.
Design of the Week: GnoMon 3D Printed Fashion Collection
This week’s selection is the GnoMon 3D printed fashion collection by designer Ganit Goldstein.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 7, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Adobe’s Solutions Open the Way for 3D Innovation
Charles Goulding & Andressa Bonafe look at Adobe’s innovations in the 3D print world.
How Does a 3D Printer Work?
Among the most common questions asked is “how does a 3D printer work?”
New AM Materials Round Up, August 5, 2022
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
Nexa3D’s Webinar on PepsiCo’s 3D Printing Developments
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how PepsiCo was able to leverage advanced 3D printing technology.
A New Online Platform Wants to Take Additively Manufactured Electronics to the Next Level
FrAMEwork developed by J.A.M.E.S is part of a growing global movement to disrupt the electronics industry.
A Walk Through The LulzBot Production Lines
Recently we had the opportunity to tour the LulzBot 3D printer production facility.
3D Printing The Most Incredible Props
Formlabs just published a very interesting piece on how one of their clients leveraged 3D printing to produce movie props that would otherwise be impossible.
EOS Seeking Even Higher Quality Metal Part Capabilities in Deal with ORNL
EOS has made arrangement with the Oak Ridge National Laboratory for collaboration on advanced 3D printer research and development.