Rethinking Construction: The Potential of Generative Design for 3D Printed Buildings
I’ve been thinking about a new concept for designing 3D printed buildings that just might change the way we work and live quite a bit.
The Rise of 3MF: Is It Truly the Future of 3D Printing Formats?
3MF is the 3D printing format of the future, but how widespread is its use these days?
3D Printed Metal vs. CNC Milling: A Surprising Strength Analysis
A very surprising analysis of 3D printed metal versus CNC milling has been completed.
BASF Reports Separate 3D Printing Business Results
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss BASF's disclosure of strong sales results for it 3D printing business unit, Forward AM.
Hands On With The Raise3D Pro3 Plus Hyper Speed 3D Printer, Part 3
Our review of the Raise3D Pro3 Plus high speed 3D printer concludes with software, print results and final thoughts.
Hands On With The Raise3D Pro3 Plus Hyper Speed 3D Printer, Part 2
Our review at the Raise3D Pro3 Plus high speed 3D printer continues with a look at setup and operations.
Hands On With The Raise3D Pro3 Plus Hyper Speed 3D Printer, Part 1
Raise3D has produced several notable professional 3D printers, and we’ve been able to do extensive testing on their Pro3 Plus model.
MX3D Bridge Removed After Two-Year Permit Expires
It will be moved from Amsterdam to a new location for continued research on WAAM capabilities.
3D Printing Drives MagCAD’s Rise as a Key Player in the Cycling Sector
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the MagCAD 3DPRINTUK partnership.
Introducing GaussianDreamer: Faster Text to 3D Model Generation
A new experimental text to 3D concept shows a path towards efficient 3D model generation.
Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printing Pioneer Anisoprint Moves Headquarters to China
Anisoprint has reappeared, far, far away.
Innovative 3D Printed Bio-Implants: A New Approach Using the Eye
Researchers have developed a highly unusual 3D printed solution for bio-implants.
Book of the Week: Painting Wargaming Figures
This week’s selection is “Painting Wargaming Figures” by Javier Gomez Valero.
Aerosint Acquired Once Again: Schaeffler Group Takes the Helm
Aerosint has been purchased — again.
Seurat Technologies Completes Impressive Funding Round
Seurat Technologies announced a truly massive funding raise from a set of very intriguing investors.
Nano Dimension Expands its Footprint in Precision 3D Printing with New Models
Nano Dimension announced three new micro 3D printers to add to their Fabrica line.
Design of the Week: Reaction Jewelry Collection
This week’s selection is the Reaction Jewelry collection from Nervous System.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 29, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Air: The Soaring Journey of Nike and the Air Jordan Legacy
Charles R. Goulding and Leah Nabangi examine the captivating origin story of the Air Jordan shoe and Nike's implementation of 3D printing in recent years.
From Rumors to Reality: SPEE3D’s Role in Ukraine’s 3D Printing Strategy
We now know a lot more about the mysterious 3D printers supplied to Ukraine.
Essentium’s Annual Survey Sheds Light on Contract Manufacturing in 3D Printing
Essentium released additional findings from their annual additive manufacturing manufacturing survey.
Ai Build Secures Major Investment with a Surprising Twist
Ai Build announced they’ve received a significant investment, and there’s an interesting twist to the story.
It’s Official, AI Simulation is Here! What Does it Promise?
First impressions of SimScale’s AI-based physics prediction technology.
Fraunhofer ICT Develops Advanced Foaming Filament Technology for 3D Printing
Fraunhofer ICT has developed a versatile printable filament approach that can “foam” in controllable ways.
3D Systems Announces Major Restructuring: What’s the Implication?
3D Systems announced a major “restructuring” initiative, but what could this mean?
Sygnis and the Breakthrough in Ceramic 3D Printing for Energy
Sygnis has participated in a breakthrough energy project with a new ceramic 3D printing solution.
Innovative Technologies Reshaping the Construction Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the transformative shift in the construction industry towards integrating advanced technologies like 3D printing and automation.
Prusa Research’s Design Contest Reveals Potential for 3D Printed Spare Parts
Prusa Research just concluded a design contest and there’s a surprising outcome.
Silicon Valley’s Open Source Shift: Implications for 3D Printing
A story about open source trends might become disturbing for the 3D print world.
British Museum to 3D Scan Entire Collection
The British Museum announced an incredible project: they are digitizing their entire collection.
3D Systems’ Technology Enables Ground-Breaking Cranial Surgeries
The cranial implants, produced on the company's EXT 220 MED extrusion platform using Evonik's VESTAKEEP i4 3DF PEEK material, have been successfully used at the University Hospital Basel, in Switzerland, and…
Germany’s Edge: 3D Printing in Rail and Defense Sectors
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how 3D printing technology and new policies can address recent economic concerns in Germany.
Eradicating Microplastics: ORNL’s Solution to the Plastics Recycling Dilemma
There has been an incredibly important development in the field of plastics recycling.
Sirris Acquires First Minerva Printer, Marking ValCUN’s First Major Sale
There’s news from ValCUN, makers of a very unusual metal 3D printer.
Introducing the AL250: Aurora Labs’ Advanced Follow-up to the RMP-1
Aurora Labs unveiled a new metal 3D printer, the AL250.
Book of the Week: Etsy Empire Strikes Back
This week’s selection is “Etsy Empire Strikes Back” by Eric Michael.
9 Factors to Consider When Choosing a 3D Printer for Continuous Production
What would be the key things to look for when choosing a desktop 3D printer for series production?
ORNL Researchers Explore 3D Printing for Lunar Rover Wheels
Researchers at ORNL have been 3D printing prototype lunar wheels.
From Hand-Forging to 3D Printing: The Evolution of Robin Woolard’s Jewelry Designs
Charles R. Goulding discusses Robin Woolard's 3D printed jewelry collection showcased at the Fairmont Hotel in San Francisco, California.
Design of the Week: “G” Award Trophy
This week’s selection is the G Award, produced on HP 3D printing equipment.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 22, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
SharkNinja’s Integration of 3D Printing in Product Design and Development
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss SharkNinja's ongoing and potential 3D printing activities and opportunities.
From China to Maryland: Creality’s Expanding Global Engagement in 3D Printing
Creality successfully hosted its second user meetup, ShareFest Maryland 2023.
Evidence of a Potential SpaceX-Related 3D Printed Construction Uncovered
I spotted evidence of an unusual construction 3D print taking place that might involve SpaceX.
Mosaic Manufacturing Launches the Innovative Array / Element System
At long last, Mosaic Manufacturing finally released their sophisticated Array / Element system.
Cornell Research Reveals How to Improve 3D-Printed Alloys
High-energy X-rays shed light on how thermomechanical deformation creates localized microscale phenomena.
Leap 71 Open Sources PicoGK: A Revolutionary Computational Engineering Framework
Leap 71 has open sourced a powerful computational engineering software framework.
Modix Introduces the Core-Meter: A New Large Format 3D Printer
Modix announced a new large format 3D printer, the Modix Core-Meter.
UltiMaker Announces Rebranding of MakerBot After Merger
UltiMaker announced a rebranding of MakerBot.
Stratasys and the Impacts of Military Mobilization in Israel
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss Stratasys' relationship with the Israeli military and what the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict means for Israeli tech startups.