Innovative 3D Bioprinting Technique Paves Way for Engineering Human Cartilage
Researchers have used 3D print technology in an innovative manner to enable human cartilage tissue engineering.
Emily the Engineer: Inspiring a New Generation in 3D Printing and STEM
Charles R. Goulding and Jacob Nolan discuss TikTok sensation Emily Yarid, known as Emily the Engineer, and the intersection of creativity and engineering.
From Prototype to Product: The Launch of Wilson’s 3D Printed Airless Basketball
Thereās a new 3D printed product on the market: an airless basketball.
Ice 3D Printing: A Cool New Approach to Developing Artificial Blood Vessels for Organ Bioprinting
Researchers have developed a unique way to use āice 3D printingā to help produce artificial human organs.
Siemens Energy Hits 3D Printing Milestone: 1000th Guide Vane for Steam Turbines Produced
A small milestone in additive manufacturing was achieved by Siemens Energy this week.
The Core Polymer AM Market Generates $5.6 billion Yearly
VoxelMattersā new report confirms forecasts, as combined hardware, materials and service revenues are now expected to top $45 billion yearly by 2032.
3D Printing’s Pivotal Role in Strengthening National Defense
Charles R. Goulding and Jacob Nolan discuss the US Department of Defense's strategic integration of 3D printing.
Austrian House Fire Sparks Debate: Did a 3D Printer Cause the Blaze?
A house fire in Austria is rumored to be caused by a 3D printer fire.
3DPrinterOS and Polymaker Forge Strategic Deal to Offer Significant Material Discounts
3DPrinterOS and Polymaker announced a very intriguing deal for materials.
Phrozen Unveils Pricing for the New Arco 3D Printer: Lower than Bambu Lab
Phrozen has unveiled more details about the pricing of their upcoming Arco FFF 3D printer.
Book of the Week: Smart Manufacturing
This weekās selection is āSmart Manufacturing: The Lean Six Sigma Wayā by Anthony Tarantino.
Bambu Lab Implements Firmware Safety Measures Amid A1 3D Printer Recall
Thereās been a very interesting development in Bambu Labās A1 recall process.
John Walker: The Entrepreneur Who Brought CAD to Desktops and Enabled 3D Printing’s Rise
Last week we lost John Walker, founder of Autodesk.
Meltio Partners with One Off Robotics to Launch New Metal 3D Printing Cell with Enhanced Capabilities
Meltio announced an interesting partnership to produce a new robotic metal 3D printing ācellā.
Design of the Week: Planet Mars Tactile Model
This weekās selection is the Planet Mars Tactile Model by the Astronomical Observatory of the University of Valencia.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 11, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Top 3D Printing Predictions for 2024
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi have some thoughts about what trends we might see in the world of 3D printing in 2024.
Prusa Research Launches MK3S+ Upgrade Kit: Bridging the Gap to MK4 Technology
Prusa Research is now shipping an upgrade kit for their popular MK3S+ 3D printers.
Revolutionary Enzyme-Based PLA Recycling Method Discovered, Transforming 3D Print Waste Management
A surprise breakthrough could enable easy recycling of PLA, the most common 3D printable material.
Eco-Friendly Construction Printing Advances with New Nanocellulose Material
Researchers have developed a new eco-friendly material that might be useful for construction 3D printing.
What are the Most Popular CAD Programs?
It depends who you ask.
Steakholder Foods Strikes Deal to Bring 3D Printed Meat to Market with Wyler Farms
Steakholder Foods announced a large deal to commercialize their 3D printed meat products.
How 3D Bioprinting Offers Hope Against Climate-Induced Extinctions
A unique research project hopes to 3D print critical chemicals at risk of extinction.
Navigating the Future: Materialise Unveils Key 3D Printing Trends for 2024
Materialise has published their thoughts on 3D printing trends in 2024, and theyāre quite revealing.
Innovation on the Field: The Impact of 3D Printing on Women’s Sports Equipment
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how 3D printing can be used to benefit women's sports.
Enclosure Woes: How ABS Printing Could Be Harming Your 3D Printer
Iām reading an interesting thread on Reddit about Bambu Lab enclosures and realized there could be a more widespread issue.
Addup and Airbus Deliver First Metal 3D Printer to the ISS: Testing Begins
Addup joins the orbital 3D printer club with the latest launch to the International Space Station.
Enabling Complex 3D Models for Industry and 3D Printing with Metafold
We had a chat with the folks from Metafold about their generative design tool.
Revo Foods Launches Food Fabricator X2 for High-Volume 3D Food Printing
Enabling new 3D printed food categories such authentic whole-cut meat alternatives and products with customized shapes, structures or textures.
Revolutionizing Healthcare: 3D Printingās Vital Role in Medical Advancements
Charles R. Goulding and Kellen Coleman discuss the revolutionary application of 3D printing in medicine, exemplified by the creation of prosthetic skull pieces.
Prusa Research Breaks Sales Records with MK4 Amidst Growing Competition and Manufacturing Challenges
Prusa Research posted a long video and post about their current status. Letās take a look.
From Concept to Metal in Hours: Foundry Lab’s Digital Casting
We spoke with Foundry Lab about their latest progress.
Speed Over Quality? New #3DBenchy Record Raises Questions on 3D Printing Competitions
Thereās apparently a new record set for the worldās fastest 3D printed #3DBenchy, but I have questions.
Book of the Week: 3D Scanning for Advanced Manufacturing
This weekās selection is ā3D Scanning for Advanced Manufacturing, Design, and Constructionā by Gary C. Confalone, John Smits, and Thomas Kinnare.
Shut Down That 3D Printer Now: Bambu Lab Issues Important Electrical Problem Update
Thereās been a major development in the ongoing electrical issue with the new Bambu Lab A1 desktop 3D printer.
voxeljet and Parastruct Repurpose Construction Waste for 3D Printing
voxeljet has successfully tested a method of reusing construction waste in 3D printing.
From Resin to Filament: Phrozen’s Strategic Move into the FFF 3D Printing Market
Phrozen has leapt into the world of FFF 3D printing.
Design of the Week: Knife Sharpener
This weekās selection is the Knife Sharpener by Printables contributor firstgizmo.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 4, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Strategic Cost-Cutting: How 3D Printing Technology Bolsters Efficiency Amidst Corporate Budget Trims
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how 3D printing can be integrated into cost reduction strategies and increase revenue.
Rumors vs. Reality: Bambu Lab A1 Printer’s Heat Bed Cable Concerns
There may be further developments in the Bambu Lab A1 cable issue.
FAME 3D Launches Powerful ‘Galaxy’ Series Toolheads for LulzBot 3D Printers
FAME 3D announced new and very powerful toolheads for their LulzBot 3D printers.
Supernova to Drive New VLM 3D Printing Technology, A Strategic Spin-Off by BCN3D
Thereās been a bit of a shakeup at BCN3D.
The Melt Flow Index in Polymer 3D Printing: A Concise Engineerās Handbook
What is the MFI and why does it matter for additive manufacturing?
Hands on with the Creality Ender-3 KE 3D Printer, Part 3
Our look at the Creality Ender-3 KE concludes with software, print results and final thoughts.
Hands on with the Creality Ender-3 KE 3D Printer, Part 2
Our look at the Creality Ender-3 KE continues with setup, calibration, and operations.
Hands on with the Creality Ender-3 KE 3D Printer, Part 1
We got our hands on the brand new Creality Ender-3 KE desktop 3D printer and gave it a good test.
Dreamzzz by LEGO: Toy Making with 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss one of LEGO's newest product lines.
Markforged Unveils Performance Advisor Automatically Strengthening 3D Printed Parts
Markforged announced a new software tool that automatically makes parts stronger.
Eco-Friendly 3D Printing: Study Examines Ocean Degradation of 3D Print Materials
An interesting study has investigated whether commonly used plastics, including 3D print materials, can naturally decompose in the ocean.