Tariffs have raised the prices of overseas parts. Could 3D printing be used to locally print equivalent parts? We investigate.
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Materialise Invests In Brazilian Implant Manufacturer
Belgium-based Brazil has strategically invested in Brazil-based Engimplan, bringing advanced 3D imaging and 3D printing solutions to another local market.
DiManEx Provides On-Demand 3D Printed Spare Parts
Do you know what Digital Inventory is? Companies like DiManEx can provide a virtual warehouse of spare parts produced on demand without need for physical storage.
MakerBot Introduces Manufacturing-Focused METHOD X 3D Printer
A few months after introducing its professionally-focused METHOD 3D printer, MakerBot is announcing an advanced update: the manufacturing-focused METHOD X.
Fresco is Adobeās Latest (And Greatest) iPad Sketching App
After announcing the app in October 2018 and releasing a closed beta last April, Adobe has renamed their tentatively-titled āProject Geminiā drawing and painting app āAdobe Frescoā.
Markforged Files Claim Against Desktop Metal, Again
A lawsuit between Markforged and Desktop Metal? The two companies begin court battle again with Markforged claiming disparaging marketing material by Desktop Metal.
Womp Provides On Demand 3D Services To The Public & Companies
A new 3D printing startup, Womp, is taking an unusual path to offer several 3D services to the public in an easy to use fashion.
CRP Races On
Energica Motor Companyās Ego Corsa electric motorbikes had a strong showing at the MotoE races, following setbacks in manufacturing.
Investing In Holographic 3D Printing
San Francisco-based biotechnology company Prellis Biologics has raised $8.7M in a Series A funding round. Holographic bioprinting is leading to new milestones and steps forward in 3D printed tissue and organs.
Banu Kose: āI Printed Models Of Two Pediatric Pulmonary Arteries With Stenosis”
Banu Kose is a researcher and lecturer with the background in Physics Engineering (BSc), Genetics Engineering (MSc) and Biomedical Engineering (Ph.D.).
3D Printing As Shipping Container?
How can you 3D print in remote locations? One option is Millebot, which produces a line of 3D printers and manufacturing machines based on standard shipping containers.
3D Printing Channel And Industry Progress With 3D Alliances
Itās been the better part of a year since 3D Alliances launched to bring channels together in 3D printing; we catch up with Founder and CEO Gil Lavi on progress since.
How To Intelligently Reinforce Concrete 3D Prints
Could concrete ever be 3D printed in complex ways? This may come true according to research on how to reinforce extruded concrete for construction.
3D Printing From Crowdsourced Data
A new project from Virginia Tech is perhaps the closest weāve yet come to 3D printing as a Star Trek Replicator.
Book of the Week: Fundamentals of 3D Food Printing
Want to learn about 3D printed food? This book contains pretty much everything you need to know about 3D printed food, including chocolate, dough, cheese and more.
On-Demand Manufacturing And eCommerce
3D printing is part of a growing on-demand manufacturing ecosystem that is in turn set to become part of the even larger eCommerce industry as Xometry and Alibaba.com announce a partnership.
A Closer Look At Aerospace 3D Printing: Stratasys And Boom Supersonic
An interview with Stratasysā VP of Manufacturing Solutions offers an insiderās look at the progress of 3D printing in the aerospace industry, with focus on Boom Supersonicās development of a Mach-2.2 aircraft.
Filament Innovations’ Ball Screw 3D Printing Experiments
What can be used instead of belts in a 3D printer motion system? Filament Innovations is experimenting with a ball screw to enable high-speed and high-temp use.
3D Printed Pill Demonstrates The Value Of Passive 3D Print Design
How can you sample the human microbiome? One way is with an ingeniously designed 3D printed pill that, once swallowed, passes through the body collecting samples.
Design of the Week: TelescopePrime
Want a 3D printed telescope? The TelescopePrime project is parametric, inexpensive, powered by Raspberry Pi and can take pictures of the universe.
Siemensā Big IDEA For Industrializing Additive Manufacturing
Siemens is leading a 14-partner project focused on a big IDEA: the Industrial implementation of Digital Engineering and Additive manufacturing.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Vacuum Cleaner
This weekās selection is the 3D Printed Vacuum Cleaner by Reddit contributor pyrohmstr.
Question of the Week: Using Open Filament on the Sindoh DP200 3D Printer?
Own a DP200 and want to print any material? Find out if Sindoh will ever offer a firmware upgrade to allow use of open materials and avoid requiring cartridges.
Bowyer Proposes Revolutionary Electric 3D Printing Concept
Adrian Bowyer proposes an incredible 3D printing process that could 3D print objects instantly in many materials, including copper and titanium.
Treat 3D Printer Resins Very, Very Carefully
Do you think 3D printer resin is safe? It might not be. Consider this story of a 3D printer operator who was severely burned by a caustic photopolymer resin.
Structure Sensor (Mark II) Announced By Occipital
Occipital announced the upcoming availability of a new iPad-based 3D sensor, the Structure Sensor (Mark II).
When Should You Combine 3D Printing and CNC Machining?
Here’s a look at when it might be necessary to CNC machine a 3D printed part, plus some tips for machining parts after you’ve created them.
Machine Learning System Detects Manufacturing Defects using Photos
Machine learning can be used for more than violating your privacy for a social media challenge.
Nano Dimension Introduces Lights-Out Digital Manufacturing System For 3D Printing Electronics
Nano Dimension has introduced its next-generation electronics 3D printer, the DragonFly LDM, that offers continuous operation with Lights-Out Digital Manufacturing technology.
NASA’s BFF: A Microgravity Bioprinter to Print Human Tissue
This week a bioprinter will be launched to the International Space Station to test 3D printing organs and tissue. Find out why this could be important in the future.
How Universities Can Accelerate Our Next Generation of Innovators
As with other leaps forward in science, technology, industry and culture, universities will play a central role in driving the Industry 4.0 disruption by transforming the entire culture of design and creating a new breed of 3D innovators.
Large-Sized Chocolate 3D Printing
Want a 3D printed chocolate tower? La MIAM Factory has a chocolate 3D printing service that can 3D print tall chocolate objects, and they’re quite tasty.
I Made a Sweet Multi-Material Ninja Star With One Machine [Snapmaker 3-in-1 Review]
What to know more about the Snapmaker 3D printer? This post reviews the popular 3D printer kit.
What Happened To iMakr Last Week? We Found Out
iMakr was hacked last week. What caused their 3D print retail site to be down for a day? We found out from a chat with founder Sylvain Preumont.
The Original In SLM 3D Printing: Inside SLM Solutions
We visited SLM Solutions North America for a look inside the original SLM metal 3D printing systems and a discussion of their approach to the market.
What’s In E3D-Online’s Mystery Boxes?
E3D-Online produces some of the highest-quality 3D printer components used in the industry, and now you can obtain a batch of them at very low cost.
BASF Launches Steel Filament: Ultrafuse 316L
Want to 3D print metal objects at lower cost? One answer could be to use BASF’s new Ultrafuse 316L stainless steel filament that works in many 3D printers.
Sara Bonomi: āThis Is How The Future Looks!ā
Sara Bonomi is a marketer specialized in hardware with a focus on 3D printing.
Sintavia Acquires QC Labs for Full End-to-End 3D Print Services
Why did Sintavia acquire QC Labs, the non-destructive testing service? We have some ideas on the company’s strategy to become an end-to-end supplier.
NXT Factoryās Intelligent SLS 3D Printing
We vistied NXT Factory in Ventura, California for a look inside their new high-speed, high-temperature automated SLS 3D printing systems.
3YOURMIND Receives ā¬1.3M Investment For Machine Learning – But For What?
What is 3YOURMIND doing with ā¬1.3M Investment? They say they will increase machine learning in their services, but for what? We have some speculation.
3D Printed Microbots Are Powered By Vibration
3D printed microbots are now possible due to the invention of a method to power two photon polymerized prints using external vibrations.
Markforged Dedicates R&D Innovation Center To AI Software
This spring, Markforged introduced its Blacksmith AI software; this summer, the company dedicated 2,000 square feet to its further development.
3D Printed Magnetic Liquids Could Revolutionize Medicine
Could liquid 3D printed machines exist? It turns out this is possible due to ferric nanoparticle droplets as discovered by Berkeley Lab researchers.
The Lightyear One Electric Car Drives Ahead With Sunlight And 3D Printing
The new solar-powered Lightyear One electric car includes more than 60 3D printed interior parts made by DiManEx.
America Makesā Third Satellite Center Ups US AM Accelerator Focus On Aerospace
America Makes, US additive manufacturing accelerator has established a third Satellite Center located at NIAR to be focused on aerospace and defense applications for 3D printing.
Design of the Week: One Small Step
Celebrating 50 years since Apollo 11? Consider 3D printing this amazing 3D model of an actual footprint on the moon made by Buzz Aldrin in 1969.
Book of the Week: The Golden Ratio
Have you ever heard of the Golden Ratio? This incredible mathematical number is all around you, and a new book explains its history and importance.
What Does A 3D Printer Really Cost?
What’s the true cost of a 3D printer? An accidental email spills the beans on how much resellers actually pay for 3D printers, and itās less than you think.
3DGence Certifies Flexible Filament
Can flexible filament be used in the 3DGence F340? Indeed it can ā it’s announced that Flexfill 98A flexible rubber filament has been certified for use in the F340.
Good News: 3D Print Technology In The Clear After SpaceX Incident
Is 3D print technology to blame for the SpaceX anomaly? It turns out no, and that portends a bright future for metal additive manufacturing in aerospace.
Two Sides To Every Story: Essentium Disputes Jabil Legal Claims
In response to Jabilās recently publicized 3D printing lawsuit against Essentium, the latter says that the claims of wrongdoing are unmerited.
South Korea: 3D Printing Innovator and a Talented Supply Chain Alternative
Cameron Torti and Charles Goulding of R&D Tax Savers discuss 3D printing and supply chain considerations in South Korea.
Students Using Advanced 3D Print Technology Could Lead to Job Offers
What kind of 3D print technology should be used by students? Here we explain the advantages of using advanced technology to simulate real-life engineering environments.
Voxeljet Looks to Take the Next Step in Production-Scale AM
Late last month, Voxeljet AG shared the latest in its line of industrial 3D printers with attendees at the GIFA show in Dusseldorf, Germany.
$10M Investment Fortifies Fortify
Fortify has announced a successful Series A round, raising $10 million, readying the company for growth in high-strength composite 3D printing.
A Quick Guide to 3D Printing Technology
3D printing can be used to make amazing sculptures and innovative technology ā but do you know how a 3D printer actually works? A good understanding of the manufacturing process will make it easier to design your own creations.
Winners: 2019 3D Pioneers Challenge
The prestigious 3D Pioneers Challenge has announced winners for the 2019 contest, awarding more than ā¬40,000 to innovative projects.
Nanofabrica Claims Low-Volume Micro-Manufacturing Capability
Looking to manufacture very tiny parts? Nanofabrica has a 3D printing system using DLP that can produce objects with incredibly small resolution of 1.9 microns.
UPPKOPPLA Is Custom 3D Printed Gaming Accessories From IKEA and UNYQ
Ever since they announced they would be making customized 3D printed chairs for gamers, IKEA has been slowly entering the gaming peripheral market.
Winners: 2019 3D Hubs Student Grant
Winners have been announced in 3D Hubsā Student Grant design contest highlighting student work in product design, transportation, sustainability, robotics, and healthcare.
Jabil Sues Essentium: 10X Faster 3D Printing In Dispute
Jabil has filed suit against Essentium, alleging theft of trade secrets related to a high-speed 3D printing platform.
10,500 Filaments Now in Filaments.directory Catalog
Looking for a particular 3D printer filament? One great service to help is Filaments.directory, whose extensive database of materials can be easily searched.
How 3D Printing Is Disrupting the Footwear Industry
From 3D glasses to jewellery, 3D printing is now being incorporated into more and more industries ā and the shoe industry is no different.
Juliette Prebot: āVery Simple 3D-Printing Parts Can Have Such A Positive Impact On People Life”
Juliette Prebot is a research and development engineer at Bone3D, a Paris-based 3D printing startup.
How Educators Can Choose Between a 3D Print Service and a 3D Printer
Should educational institutions use their own 3D printers or instead use 3D print services? We examine advantages and disadvantages of each approach.
Where Are The Stratasys Advanced 3D Printing Demonstrators?
What happened to Stratasys’ 3D print demonstration technologies? We examine the Continuous Build 3D Printer, the Robotic Composite and Infinite Build technologies.
Crossing Flight Paths: Mitsubishi’s Purchase of Bombardier’s Canadair Regional Jet
Charles Goulding and Liam Nixon of R&D Tax Savers discuss business and 3D printing implications of Mitsubishi Heavy Industriesā acquisition of the Canadair Regional Jet business.
NASA Funds Made In Space with US$73M For Orbital 3D Printing
Could gigantic habitats be built in space? Made In Space’s Archinaut 3D printer is to demonstrate how to 3D print metal structures in orbit very soon.
Book of the Week: 3D Printing of Concrete
Where will concrete 3D printing lead? Will the construction industry undergo a revolution from computer controlled concrete extrusion? What will buildings look like?
3D Systems Returning To Consumer 3D Printing?
Is 3D Systems changing strategy? They are selling their FabPro 1000 as a consumer or prosumer platform via Amazon Prime Day ā what comes next?
Whatās Next For Nexa3D
Nexa3D is taking its high-speed SLA 3D printers to market, ramping up production and expanding floor space. We have a look inside operations straight from Ventura, CA.
A Coaxial 3D Print Extruder?
Ever heard of a coaxial nozzle for 3D printing? This is an experimental version being used for unusual food 3D printing.
Vietnam and 3D Printing Supply Chain Alternatives
Cameron Torti and Charles Goulding of R&D Tax Savers examine the potential supply chain impact of 3D printing in Vietnam.
Design of the Week: Personal Peltier Cooler
Need to cool off? Try building this 3D printed Personal Peltier Cooler, a wrist-worn device that uses thermoelectric cooling using the Peltier effect.
3D Printing As Seismometer?
What happens to a 3D printer during an active earthquake? One 3D print operator found out the hard way.
Another World’s First Chocolate 3D Printer!
Has the world’s first chocolate 3D printer been announced by Cadbury? I think not, there have been many previous chocolate 3D printers on the market.
Secrets of Prusa Research 3D Printer Manufacturing
A video tour inside the operations of Prusa Research gives a close look at what it takes to make high-quality 3D printers and 3D printing filament.
Developing The āLargest, Fastest, Most Preciseā Metal 3D Printer
3D Systems and the US Army have signed a $15 million contract to develop the ālargest, fastest, most preciseā metal 3D printer yet.
Tough Times For Nano Dimension
Following disappointing financial results, Nano Dimension is facing strategic review ā and 20% layoffs.
How Are Large 3D Printers Manufactured?
Have you ever wondered how large industrial 3D printers are manufactured? Roboze explains to us how this is actually done for their high-temperature Argo 500.
SimSolid Faster than FEA, Just as Accurate. Whatās Not to Like?
Itās no fun to get a part or assembly ready for simulation. SimSolid is a very useful FEA tool that can assist with CAD simulations and designs.
MAKE Rises From The Dead, Slightly
Is Make: really revived? Maker Media CEO Dale Dougherty is attempting to restore the company that published Make: magazine and organized the Maker Faires.
HPās President Of 3D Printing And Digital Manufacturing On Strategy, Sustainability, Partnerships
HPās focus on sustainability and collaboration in 3D printing and digital manufacturing goes to the top.
The German RepRap L320 Silicone 3D Printer
Looking for a silicone 3D printer? The new German RepRap L320 is able to print high-resolution silicone objects in resin for casting and moulding.
Make That $55M For Xometry
Xometry has announced an additional investment into its Series D funding, bringing the total for the round to a cool $55M.
Being a Great Designer is Just the Tip of the Iceberg
You are a great designer.
Velo3D’s Origin Story Defines Their Character
Want to know Velo3D’s origin story? Find out how they discovered how to 3D print metal without support structures using a revolutionary recoater system.
The SLM Solutions Story
SLM Solutions traces its history back to the history of SLM 3D printing and is looking forward to a new chapter in metal additive manufacturing.
MedAccred Certification for Plastic Injection Molding Company Suggests 3D Printing May Be Next
Cameron Torti and Charles Goulding of R&D Tax Savers analyze the potential for MedAccred certification for 3D printing.
Creating Multi-Color 3D Prints From Mono-Color 3D Models
Having trouble separating a 3D model into pieces for color 3D printing? Now a new tool, SimplyColor3D, allows easy segmentation for Prusa MMU2S or Palette2 .
Alex Kingsbury: “It Took A Lot Of Courage To Leave A Great Job And Venture Into The Unknown”
Alex Kingsbury is an engineer who consults to businesses on metal additive manufacturing, providing expert technical advice, business analysis, and commercialization strategy for businesses both locally and overseas.
NewPro3D’s NP1 3D Printer Now Available
Looking for a ridiculously fast 3D printer? The extremely high speed NewPro3D NP1 with advanced ILI membrane is now available for purchase.
Velo3D’s Incredible Metal 3D Printing Process
Velo3D’s amazing metal 3D printing process is able to print without support material with very high resolution using a āfree floating in the powderā system.
Innovators Need Guidance
When additive manufacturing advisory services companies seamlessly partner with manufacturers and vendors (resellers), we will see mass corporate adoption of 3D printing on both the desktop and the factory floor.