Create It REAL has signed a deal with Spentys to help devise a secure system that provides onsite 3D printing of orthopedic devices in practice offices.
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More Thoughts On Volumetric 3D Prining
One of my questions about the new volumetric 3D printing approach seems to have been answered by a mysterious contributor.
Anna Shcherbinina: “I Think Our Nearest Future We Will Be Quite Closely Connected To Hardware”
Anna Shcherbinina has been working at Artec 3D for nine years.
What Must 3D Systems Do Next?
3D Systems is to get a new CEO after the incumbent retires later this year. We have some ideas the new CEO could consider.
Implications of Volumetric 3D Printing
Several ventures and projects are now working on a powerful new concept called volumetric 3D printing. We have some thoughts on the implications of such a process.
What’s With The Silk Filaments?
There’s increasing interest in “silk” 3D printer filaments, which are astonishingly shiny and now available from mainstream materials providers.
Cost Effective 3D Printing Opens Doors For Research
Researchers are now able to procure incredibly powerful 3D printing equipment at lower costs to enable work that was previously impossible.
Book of the Week: 17 Equations That Changed the World
This week’s selection is “In Pursuit of the Unknown: 17 Equations That Changed the World” by Ian Stewart.
The Smithsonian’s 3D Printable Library
It turns out the Smithsonian has a relatively large (for museums) library of downloadable 3D models for 3D printing. We’re trying one now.
I Have Questions About Volumetric 3D Printing
Readily3D announced a new, ultra-high speed 3D printing process using a volumetric approach, but we have some questions.
Barry Callebaut Opens Chocolate 3D Printing Service
A major chocolate maker announced a new chocolate 3D print service, but there’s a slight catch.
High Speed Micro-Voxel 3D Printing Achieved
Researchers have been able to design a new 3D printing system that effectively parallelizes the familiar two-photon laser approach to achieve fantastic print speeds.
Design Of The Week: Termite Economies
This week’s selection is the Termite Economies: Phase 2 (Metabolic Shift) by Australian artist Nicholas Mangan.
Do You Know About Fabbaloo’s Community Support Program?
Did you know Fabbaloo provides free assistance to community 3D print ventures?
Additive World, The 2020 Edition
Every year Additive Industries sponsors an industrial 3D printing event, Additive World.
AON3D Launches New Industrial 3D Printer: The AON-M2 2020
AON3D announced a new, powerful industrial 3D printer, the AON-M2 2020, which has a number of enhanced features and capabilities.
The Three (and a Half) Approaches To 3D Print Materials
I’ve noticed there are now three main approaches to dealing with 3D printer materials. There’s more than just open and closed options.
The 3D Printing Video We Always Wanted
A new video from VICE actually portrays 3D printing in correct terms, one of the few examples of outstanding coverage of the technology by mass media.
ABB RobotStudio Adds 3D Printing Capability
ABB RobotStudio created a new kind of 3D printing technology for the company by combining robotics and deposition technology.
Electric Boat’s Largest New Attack Submarine Can Strike a Balance With 3D Printing
Charles Goulding looks at developments in the submarine construction industry where there may be a big opening for 3D printing.
Olympics Approve 3D Printed Nike Vaporfly
Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the use of 3D printing in Olympic events.
Formlabs’ New Tough Resin
Formlabs announced a new resin, Tough 1500 Resin, which has some interesting properties and could be used as a substitute for polypropylene.
The Metal X 3D Printer Gains Copper Metal
Markforged announced the availability of a new metal for their Metal X system: copper. We have the reasons why this is so important.
The Even Better Modix 3D Printers
Modix has upgraded their line of large-format 3D printers to what they call “version 3”. But that version actually includes a huge list of powerful improvements.
Hold Onto Your PCBs – Autodesk Just Added ECAD to Fusion 360
Autodesk has revealed that Fusion 360 now includes ECAD functionality.
Major Developments in 3D Printing Technologies Throughout 2019
Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take a look at some major events in 3D printing during 2019.
More On MakerBot Classroom, And The 3D Printer Controversy
Last week we posted a couple of stories on MakerBot’s new product, MakerBot Classroom, but there seems to be some controversy brewing.
The Two Sides of the Sonda SYS SL02 3D Printer
Sonda SYS manufactures an industrial 3D printer with an interesting feature twist.
Noel Olivia Maria: “It Is Necessary To Coordinate Activities To Attract Women”
Noel Olivia Maria is a bio engineer.
3D Buzz Releases All Content
I’m not sure if you’ve heard of a site called “3D Buzz”, but their content could be of interest to anyone in the CAD field.
3DQue Expands
Vancouver-based 3D printing startup 3DQue is expanding, and I’m surprised.
A 4D Printed Microneedle Array
Researchers have used a micro-3D printing technology to produce an effective long-term drug delivery needle system.
More Changes At The Top of Stratasys
Stratasys is losing their long-time board chair.
Boston Micro Fabrication’s microArch 3D Printer
A new player has emerged on the micro-3D printing stage: Boston Micro Fabrication.
Book of the Week: Functional Design for 3D Printing
This week’s selection is “Functional Design for 3D Printing: Designing 3d printed things for everyday use – 3rd edition” by Clifford T. Smyth.
RIZE Makes A Materials Deal With Sindoh
Two 3D printer companies have made an arrangement for use of materials: certain Sindoh equipment will be able to make use of RIZE materials.
Markforged Achieves ISO 27001
Markforged announced they have earned an ISO:27001 certification.
Lumi Industries Working On High-Rez Micro 3D Printer
We’ve been tipped that Italy-based Lumi Industries is developing a very high resolution, but tiny, resin 3D printer they call the PicoFAB.
Stratasys Unveils Lower Cost Color 3D Printer: The J826
Stratasys announced a new member to their J8 series of full color 3D printers, the J826, which will enable easier acquisition by educators.
Design Of The Week: We Love Our Customers!
This week’s selection is the We Love Our Customers Heart by Additive Industries.
There Will Be No General Purpose 3D Printer In The Future
3D printers are increasingly becoming specialized. Are the days of the “general purpose” 3D printer gone?
Our Annual Reminder to 3D Print Vendors About AMUG
There’s a secret issue with the annual AMUG conference, and we have to tell you about it.
Is Cold-Spray 3D Printing To Take A Market Segment?
The cold-spray technique for 3D printing metal parts seems to be increasing in popularity. What are its advantages?
What Does An Actual Construction Worker Think of Construction 3D Printing?
With all the attention being given to construction 3D printers, we thought it wise to see what an actual construction worker thinks of the technology.
Realtime AI-Based Certification of 3D Printed Parts
Inkbit has developed an AI-based quality control system that can not only verify correct layers, but fix them, too.
Vyomesh Joshi To Retire; 3D Systems Set For Huge Shift
3D Systems is to find a new CEO. What does this imply for the 3D printing giant?
NewPro3D and Henkel’s Innovative DLP Process Helps Surgeons Prepare
Vancouver-based 3D printing company NewPro3D has entered a collaborative partnership with chemical company Henkel.
The Innovator’s Dilemma: 3D Printing and Disruptive Technology
Charles R. Goulding looks at the legacy of recently passed Clayton Christensen, and in particular the impact it could have on 3D printing.
The Glia Project: Open Access 3D Printed Medical Equipment
The Glia Project is leveraging 3D printing to bring desperately-needed medical equipment to poor areas of the globe through an online service.
PSA: It’s FFF, Not FDM (Mostly)
Do you know the difference between the terms “FDM” and “FFF”? From what I read, it seems a large number of people are not aware of their true meaning.
From Fries To 3D Prints: Deep Fryer Oil Transformed Into 3D Printer Resin
Researchers have figured out how to make 3D printer resin from waste cooking oil, and it’s incredibly inexpensive.
Which Of The Seven Multi-Color Filament 3D Printing Approach Is The Best?
There are several ways to perform multi-material 3D printing using filaments. What are the advantages and disadvantages of each?
Structo’s Deal For Advanced Materials
Dental 3D printing specialist has struck a deal to allow use of advanced resin on their all-in-one dental 3D printer.
Crazy Idea: AI-Based 3D Model Generation For Consumers
A new AI-based system can generate incredibly realistic human faces. What if the same technology was turned towards 3D printing?
Going to 3DEXPERIENCE World 2020? Here’s What You Don’t Want to Miss
3DEXPERIENCE World replaces the now-defunct SOLIDWORKS World event for Dassault Systèmes clients. Find out all the information you need to know in this post.
Haley Stump: “It Is Entirely Different To Stand Next To It Once It Is All Done”
Haley Stump is a new mom, photographer, and the 3D Coordinator at NOA Brands, based in Lafayette, Colorado.
BellandTechnology Aquires Xioneer
Chemical company BellandTechnology, makers of the VXL series of 3D printing materials, has acquired industrial 3D printer maker Xioneer.
Implications of MakerBot Classroom: Addressing The Educational 3D Printer Market
MakerBot’s new Classroom product is set to shake up the education market for 3D printing significantly due to its features, price and most importantly, how it was designed and implemented.
Are Composites Disrupting 3D Printing?
Megan has some thoughts about the use of composite materials in 3D printing.
A Much Better Soluble Support Material
VXL’s 3D printing materials are finally becoming more well-known after they began marketing directly to the public, including their non-hygroscopic soluble support material.
Book of the Week: Additive Manufacturing Design, Methods, and Processes
This week’s selection is “Additive Manufacturing: Design, Methods, and Processes” by Steinar Western Killi.
Free CAD Utility Recommendations Available
I’ve found a source with a ton of CAD utility recommendations that could make life easier for anyone using 3D CAD to create designs for 3D printing.
Seven Ways A Business Could Begin 3D Printing
Many small businesses don’t yet use 3D printing, but probably could benefit from the technology. We list seven ways to help get that process started.
Effective 3D Printed Magnets Open Up Many Eco-Possibilities
Researchers seem to have developed a new way to effectively 3D print magnets of similar strength to conventionally made units. What might we do with such a technology?
Clariant’s Zero Emission Production: The Beginning of a Trend?
Clariant’s production plant is now running on entirely green energy, making it possible for them to boast of green products. Is this a PR move, or a real trend?
MakerBot Announces Classroom Product, Including New SKETCH 3D Printer
MakerBot announced a surprise new product for the education segment: MakerBot Classroom, which includes the new SKETCH desktop 3D printer.
Design of the Week: Bionic Sofa
This week’s selection is the smooth and sweeping Bionic Sofa by designer Alex Demin.
Brexit, BAE Systems, Renishaw and 3D Printing
Charles Goulding and Peter Favata look at a partnership between two UK-based 3D printing companies during Brexit.
Adding A “3D” To Your Company Name Is Sometimes Required
There’s some fun patterns in 3D printing company names if you look closely at their corresponding domain names.
Don’t Be Fooled by Low 3D Printing Stock Prices
It’s now much harder to get a handle on the current state of 3D printing merely by looking at stock prices. There’s a lot more to the story.
Pete Basiliere Discusses The Xerox Bid For HP
We reached out to an industry expert to find out more about the ongoing hostile attempt by Xerox to take over HP.
Will There Be Many Seismic Shifts Enabled By 3D Printing?
While there are breakthroughs occurring in several industries as a result of additive manufacturing, how many other industries could be affected?
Who Is Clean Green 3D?
The MCOR Technologies ArkePro full color 3D printer, which uses paper, has been resurrected.
The Da Vinci Color 5D Looks Like a Multi-Machine Maker’s Dream
XYZprinting has released a new 3D printer, the Color 5D, which, as you might suspect, can 3D print in full color.
Essentium Sticks With Vertical Strategy
Essentium’s latest partnership offers some interesting insight into how they develop vertical markets and increase their sales.
Filament Drying: The Quest For Perfect 3D Prints Continues
There seems to be a burst of 3D printer manufacturers offering filament drying equipment. We have some ideas why this is happening.
3D Printing Tip: Support Structures Required In Unexpected Places
I encountered an unusual support structure issue while 3D printing and propose several ways to resolve it with Meshmixer.
3D Hubs Releases Latest Trends Report: Our Analysis
3D Hubs has released its now-annual report on manufacturing and 3D printing trends, and we take a look at their statistics.
The Dawn of Dual-Screen for 3D CAD Apps… Is Upon Us
You would think this article is from a decade or two ago, but no. It’s really about dual-screen and CAD software using dual-screens… but not like you’re used to.
The Right Way To Market Commercial 3D Printed Designs
Mixed Dimensions used the correct approach for licensing and using 3D models from EVE Online for their printing service.
Coronavirus Strikes 3D Printing
A significant outbreak of a coronavirus is affecting many things in China and beyond. But could this affect 3D printing?
Consolidated Aerospace Acquisition by Stanley Will Accelerate Aerospace 3D Printing
Stanley Black & Decker is set to acquire Boeing supplier Consolidated Aerospace, possibly increasing additive manufacturing activity.
3D Printed Midsole Manufacturing Coming?
A mysterious 3D printer is said to perform continuous manufacturing of footwear. We speculate on what this could be.
Dr. Ruchi Pathak Kaul: “3D Printing Drastically Improves The Quality Of Life Of Patients”
Dr. Ruchi Pathak Kaul is the founder of Reconstructive Health Care Solutions Pvt Ltd , a start-up based in India.
Question of the Week: 3D Printing Tree Branches In Metal
A reader inquires about the best method for 3D printing an artistic work in metal. We explore several options, some of which are quite expensive.
Exploring Ricoh’s3D Print Instant Quote System
We gave Ricoh’s new instant quote option for their 3D print services a test and were quite surprised with the result.
Adira’s Addcreator Scales Up The Build Volume
We took a closer look at the huge large-format metal 3D printer from ADIRA, the AddCreator.
Book of the Week: 66 DIY-Projects
This week’s selection is “66 DIY-Projects: 66 awesome projects to realize with a 3D printer For Beginners & Advanced!” by Johannes Wild.
Gaming Chairs That Sit Well With 3D Printing
Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the potential for 3D printed designs in gaming chairs.
Saroléa’s Superbike Powered By Electricity and Polymaker
We had a close look at an electric Superbike, the Saroléa N60, which can accelerate at unearthly rates, and prototyped using Polymaker materials.
What Is Consumer 3D Printing, And Does It Really Exist?
In response to recent controversy over the notion of “consumer 3D printing”, I propose some alternate ways to look at the situation.
Reproducing Anyone’s Voice Using 3D Printing?
Researchers attempt to reproduce an Egyptian mummy’s voice using 3D printing, but where will this lead?
Project PLA Hopes To Solve The 3D Printing Waste Challenge
A service wants to recycle your PLA 3D printer scraps by collecting them and sending to industrial recyclers.
Design of the Week: Articulated Poseable Hand
This week’s selection is the easy-to-assemble 3D printed articulated poseable hand, which can be used in a variety of ways.
One on One With MakerOS’ Mike Moceri
We spoke with Mike Moceri, the founder and CEO of MakerOS, a software service directed at production 3D printing operations.