Hands on with the Kingroon KP3S Pro V2, Part 2
Our test of the new Kingroon KP3S Pro V2 continues with a look at setup, calibration, operations and software.
Hands on with the Kingroon KP3S Pro V2, Part 1
We’ve been testing the new high speed 3D printer from Kingroon, the KP3S Pro V2.
Examining RIC Technology’s 3D Printing Innovations in Construction
Charles R. Goulding and Christopher Lee speak with RIC Technology founder Ziyou Xu about the company's latest developments in construction 3D printing.
3D-Fuel Joins Nexa3D Family in Strategic Acquisition
Consolidation continues in the 3D printing industry with an announcement from 3D-Fuel.
Axtra3D Welcomes Industry Veteran Rajeev Kulkarni as Chief Strategy Officer from 3D Systems
There’s big news from Axtra3D: their new Chief Strategy Officer comes to the role from 3D Systems.
Innovative 3D Scanner Startup Scoobe3D Files for Bankruptcy Amidst Fierce Market Competition
3D scanner manufacturer Scoobe3D has apparently declared bankruptcy.
CMS Kreator Takes Hybrid LFAM to New Speeds
Developed in partnership with Fraunhofer IWU, the CMS Kreator can now deposit up to 100 kg of material per hour.
3D Printing for Quality Assurance: A Closer Look at Aerospace Component Inspection Protocols
Charles R. Goulding and Warren Buzzell Jr. examine how 3D printing can be leveraged to address some of the recent challenges in aerospace component production.
VoxelMatters Reveals Top Ten Polymer 3D Printing Companies Dominating the Market
Our friends at VoxelMatters have issued a new report on polymer 3D printer companies, and it answers several interesting questions.
Create Unique 3D Print Textures with Ember Prototypes’ Customized Print Plates
Ember Prototypes has launched a customized 3D printer plate service.
Create it REAL and LCS Partner to Produce 3D Printed Wheelchair Seating
Create it REAL announced an interesting arrangement for a new kind of 3D print application: wheelchair seating.
Book of the Week: 3D Printing with Fusion 360
This week’s selection is “3D Printing with Fusion 360” by Sualp Ozel.
Anycubic Quickly Resolves Security Incident Involving Unexpected GCODE File on 3D Printers
Anycubic seems to have resolved a curious security incident with their 3D printers.
Introducing Trajectoids: Researchers Develop 3D Printed Objects with Custom Trajectories
I’ve learned about an interesting new object type that can be 3D printed: Trajectoids.
Breakthrough in Metal 3D Printing: NAMP Significantly Increases Part Strength
Researchers have developed a new metal 3D printing process that vastly increases the strength of 3D printed parts.
Design of the Week: Sanding Blocks
This week’s selection is the Sanding Blocks collection by Printables contributor Jan Štech.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 3, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Innovative Solutions: 3D Printing in ADU and DADU Production
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how 3D printing can help accelerate and accommodate ADU and DADU construction.
Farewell to the MK3S+: Prusa Research Phases Out Legendary 3D Printer for New Innovations
Unsurprisingly, Prusa Research announced the end of production for their very popular MK3S+ 3D printer.
Bambu Lab, Voron, and Elegoo Gain Recognition: Insights from Fabbaloo’s 2024 Survey
Recently we completed our annual reader survey, and we found some interesting results.
Sprybuild Unveils Groundbreaking Continuous-Operation Resin 3D Printer
A new player has entered the resin 3D print space: Sprybuild.
7 3D Printing Courses for Engineers Interested in Additive Manufacturing
Master 3D printing processes, material selection, design for additive manufacturing and more to become the ultimate AM engineer.
Creality Launches Ender-3 V3 with Innovative CoreXZ System for Enhanced Speed and Quality
Creality introduced a new desktop 3D printer, the Ender-3 V3, which has a feature I’ve never seen before.
Clearance Sales Signal the Decline of Slow-Speed 3D Printers
It begins: the disappearance of slow-speed 3D printers.
3DQue’s Auto-Eject Feature Now Available for Bambu Lab Equipment
3DQue announced they’ve released an auto-ejection capability for Bambu Lab equipment.
Innovating Aerospace: JuggerBot 3D’s Hybrid 3D Printer Blends Pellets with Resin
JuggerBot 3D is to develop a unique hybrid 3D printer using both pellets and resin.
Quantica and ImageXpert Join Forces to Pioneer Advanced 3D Printing Resins
Quantica has struck an interesting arrangement with ImageXpert to develop advanced 3D printing resins.
Unlocking New Levels of Precision with EOS’ Fine Detail Resolution (FDR)
EOS’ latest polymer technology offers the durability and scalability of SLS and the precision and high-resolution of SLA.
NASA Evaluating Volumetric 3D Printing for Space Missions
An interesting reveal at NASA: they been testing a volumetric 3D printer in a weightless environment.
The Making of the White Tower, the World’s Tallest 3D Printed Structure
The White Tower in Switzerland is set to become the world’s tallest 3D printed structure.
The Dental Industry’s 3D Printing Boom: New Players, Technologies, and Applications
For some unexplainable reason, there has been a slew of announcements focusing on the dental industry in recent weeks.
San Jose Crackdown: Teen Arrested for 3D Printing Illegal Firearms
Another perp has been busted for 3D printing weapons.
Book of the Week: Machinery’s Handbook
This week’s selection is “Machinery's Handbook: Toolbox” by Erik Oberg et al.
Anycubic’s Fan Festival with Major Discounts on 3D Printers
I’m not quite sure how we missed this, but Anycubic is currently running an enormous contest and sale on their 3D printing equipment.
MIT Engineers Pioneer Advanced 3D Printing Technique for High-Performance Solenoids
There’s been an interesting development in how functional solenoids can be directly 3D printed.
Microscale 3D Printing Strength Measured Accurately for the First Time
There’s been a breakthrough in the ability to properly measure the strength of microscopic 3D prints.
Design of the Week: Apple Vision Pro Stand
This week’s selection is the Apple Vision Pro Stand by Christian Selig.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 25, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Perspectives on 3D Bioprinting: Conversation with Vidmantas Šakalys from Vital3D
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe sit down for a chat with Vidmantas Šakalys, co-founder and CEO of Vital3D Technologies.
Reality Check: Seven Hidden Truths About 3D Printing
Having used many types of 3D printers for so many years, I’ve heard all the hype. But what are the hidden truths?
Monumental Revolutionizes Construction with Brick-Laying ‘3D Printer’ Technology
A company’s new construction device makes me wonder how we should define a 3D printer.
Exploring Zaxe’s Latest 3D Printers: the X3 and Z3S
Istanbul-based Zaxe produces two interesting professional 3D printers.
What are the Biggest Misconceptions About 3D Printing Today?
Clinging to outdated ideas about additive manufacturing puts you behind. Here are 5 3D printing myths worth busting.
Authentise Announces Trio of Partnerships to Innovate Additive Manufacturing Workflows
Interesting news from Authentise today regarding three separate partnerships.
Innovative Research Offers Hope for Recycling 3D Printing Materials
There’s been another development in the science of recycling polymers that could affect 3D printing.
Exploring HP’s Strategic Focus on 3D Printing Applications
HP is focusing their 3D print efforts on applications.
Pioneering 3D Printing at Saint-Gobain
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss Saint-Gobain's proactive approach to 3D printing integration.
Enhance Resin 3D Print Quality: Discover the Mini Heater
In my quest to find the most unusual 3D printing accessories, I found an interesting heating unit.
NASA Seeks Volunteers for Year-Long Mars Simulation in 3D Printed Habitat
NASA announced a new call for volunteers to live in a 3D printed Mars habitat.
Chameleon-Inspired Breakthrough: Researchers Develop Multicolor Resin 3D Printing Method
Researchers may have developed a way to perform multicolor resin 3D printing.