Book of the Week: 3D Scanning for Advanced Manufacturing
This week’s selection is “3D Scanning for Advanced Manufacturing, Design, and Construction” by Gary C. Confalone, John Smits, and Thomas Kinnare.
Shut Down That 3D Printer Now: Bambu Lab Issues Important Electrical Problem Update
There’s 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 week’s 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
There’s been a bit of a shakeup at BCN3D.
The Melt Flow Index in Polymer 3D Printing: A Concise Engineer’s 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.
Why 3D Printing Matters for Diversity in STEM
Science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) are key to our current way of life.
Materials Processing Institute Embarks on AI Initiative to Transform AM in the UK
Working with Additive Manufacturing Solutions Ltd and AMFG to develop SMART-APP tool for predictive material reuse.
Ancient Roman Relics Inspire Modern 3D Printing Boom: The Case of UK’s Dodecahedrons
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the discovery of Roman dodecahedrons in the UK, their enigmatic purpose and the subsequent surge in interest and replication through 3D printing.
PHA: colorFabb’s Fully Biodegradable Alternative to PLA and PETG for 3D Printing
Here’s everything you need to know about an up-and-coming 3D print material that’s entirely sustainable: PHA.
Additive Industries: Making Metal 3D Printing Efficient for Automotive and Aerospace
Additive Industries seems to be continuing with their never-ending quest for efficiency.
Safety First: Bambu Lab Addresses Potential Electrical Short in A1 Printer Cable
Bambu Lab has issued a “recall” on their A1 system.
Book of the Week: 3D Modeling and Printing with Tinkercad
This week’s selection is “3D Modeling and Printing with Tinkercad: Create and Print Your Own 3D Models” by James Floyd Kelly.
Final Call for Fabbaloo’s Annual Survey
A reminder to readers that these are the final few days to enter our annual survey, which makes you eligible for a “big” prize.
Cost-Advantage Metal 3D Printing: METALWORM’s Additive Manufacturing Systems
METALWORM produces a commercial metal WAAM 3D printer.
Researchers Unveil High-Speed 3D Printing with Liquid Metal
Researchers have developed a practical method for 3D printing liquid metal.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Flying Car
This week’s selection is the 3D Printed Flying Car by Alan Zhang.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 28, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Printing Gives New Life to Glass Waste
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe sit down and chat with Alex Stiles, co-founder of Vitriform3D.
Additive Drives’ 3D Printed Motors Could Revolutionize EV Industry with Enhanced Efficiency
An interesting development has occurred in the automotive sector that could drive adoption of 3D printing.
Freemelt’s e¯MELT-iM: Manufacturing with Modular Metal 3D Printing
Freemelt has ventured into production metal 3D printers.
What is Parametric Modeling?
PTC made parametric modeling famous.
Hands on with the Elegoo Jupiter SE 3D Printer, Part 3
jupiterse-cover4.jpg Our review of the Elegoo Jupiter SE concludes with software, print results and final thoughts. This is part three of a three part series, please read parts one and two.…
Hands on with the Elegoo Jupiter SE 3D Printer, Part 2
Our review of the Elegoo Jupiter SE continues with a look at Setup & Calibration and Operations. This is part two of a three part series, please read parts one and…
Hands on with the Elegoo Jupiter SE 3D Printer, Part 1
We’ve been busy testing the new huge 3D printer from Elegoo, the Jupiter SE. This is part one of a three part series, please read parts two and three. Elegoo Jupiter…
Exploring Formlabs’ 3D Printed Sample
Charles R. Goulding and Christopher Lee share their thoughts on one of Formlabs' sample parts.
From Alien Influencers to 3D Printing Divorces: Fabbaloo’s Wildest Mailbag Reveals
Once again, it’s time to unload our mailbag with the most outrageous messages received in the past few months for your reading pleasure.
Introducing Filobot: The Self-Printing Growbot That Can Climb Like A Vine
Researchers have developed a self-printing “growbot” that can move through 3D space.
Transforming Big Ideas into Reality with ENLARG3D’s Advanced 3D Printing Solutions
ENLARG3D hopes to print many big things for those with big ideas.
Steakholder Foods Adds Shrimps to Range of 3D Printed Seafood
New plant-based analogue targets widespread adoption in the $68 billion shrimp industry.
Breaking Bread, Building Drones: 3D Printing Revolutionizes Military Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss a Russian bakery's transformative shift as it utilizes 3D printing technology to transition from baking to producing military drones.
Creality Unveils K1C Desktop 3D Printer: Advanced Carbon Fiber Printing at an Affordable Price
Creality announced the K1C desktop 3D printer, and we have the details.
Xerion’s Fusion Factory XS: Portable Metal 3D Printing for Military Use
Xerion’s Fusion Factory XS is one of the most interesting professional 3D printers we’ve yet seen.
Sidus Space Launches Multi-Material 3D Printing Division for Space Industry
Sidus Space announced a new division dedicated to 3D printing parts for space missions.
Book of the Week: Smart Manufacturing
This week’s selection is “Smart Manufacturing: The Lean Six Sigma Way” by Anthony Tarantino.
Have You Filled Out Our 2024 Reader Survey? A Big Prize is on the Line
A reminder to readers that Fabbaloo has launched our annual reader survey for 2024, with a big prize at stake.
MX3D’s M1 System: Large Metal Object Manufacturing with 3D Printing
MX3D is making considerable progress with their latest product, the M1 METAL AM SYSTEM.
3devo Introduces Three-Phase Approach, Enhancing 3D Printing Project Success
3devo has launched a new business approach, and it’s one that other 3D print companies should adopt.
Design of the Week: Gyro 7 Printable Jointed Cat
This week’s selection is the Gyro 7 Printable Jointed Cat by Printables contributor Neybao.