3D Printing Blog

Featuring exhibits that range from automation and CNC machining to 3D printing, IMTS is back with a bang.

This week’s question begins with silicone 3D printing, but then moves to other options.

Stratasys revealed some of the ways that 3D printing is used by at least one F1 team.

Roboze announced the opening of a new materials lab.

Charles R. Goulding and Matthew Selman look at the shift from MCAD to ECAD tools for electronic circuit design.

I took the new Scenario 3D scanning app for a test drive.

Aetrex announced they are now providing comprehensive 3D data for foot scans, which can be used for 3D printing.

Formlabs announced plans to open a massive new facility in Milwaukee, and this could lead to bigger things.

Charles R. Goulding and Ryan Donley look at the R&D spending of several major 3D print players.

Today MakerBot and Ultimaker announced details of the closing of their unique merger agreement.

SPEE3D did something very interesting: they 3D printed a metal part on a navy ship.

I’m reading a brief from AM Solutions that talks about post processing, and there are some interesting points.

This week’s selection is “Making Simple Robots: Easy Robotics Projects for Kids Using Everyday Stuff” by Kathy Ceceri.

New research demonstrates an ability have potentially infinite build volume when 3D printing.

Xact Metal announced the XM300G metal 3D printer series.

Mantle announced the availability of their first 3D printers.

This week’s selection is the Filament Cutter by Printables contributor fuchsr.

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

Helian Polymers is launching a new set of materials that could be the way forward for eco-conscious 3D print operations.

UpNano announced a new feature that will increase the precision of their two photon 3D printing system.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D print technology is woven into the growth strategy of CNH Industrial.

Velo3D printers will be used to make components capable of withstanding Mach 5 speeds aboard Hermeus’ Quarterhorse hypersonic aircraft.

I’m looking at a rather suspicious 3D model collection offer.

New research seems to have developed a way to 3D print bioelectronic components.

If you intend on buying a 3D printer, maybe you should not consider buying one from a “normal” retailer.

Charles R. Goulding provides thoughts on the relationship between 3D technology and dinosaurs.

I’m beginning to have my doubts about the benefit of “power fail recovery” for FFF 3D printers.

There’s now a way to 3D print ice.

If you’re looking for a large scale 3D printer, look no further than Thermwood.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi propose increased use of 3D printing to help refurbish liquidated products.

Our testing of the Sovol SV01 Pro 3D printer concludes with a look at print quality and final thoughts.

Our testing of the Sovol SV01 Pro 3D printer continues with a look at operations.

The Sovol SV01 Pro 3D printer spent some time in our lab being tested.

This week’s selection is “Maps for Time Travelers: How Archaeologists Use Technology to Bring Us Closer to the Past” by Mark D McCoy.

Anycubic released a pile of details for their tiny MicroLED 3D printer, which uses a very different light engine.

Nikon is set to acquire metal 3D printer manufacturer SLM Solutions, but what are the implications?

Charles R. Goulding reviews a new book on shipbuilding, where 3D printing can take a lead role.

This week’s selection is the Deckchair by Papa-prints.

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the use of 3D printing in the high fashion industry.

Anycubic announced two new 3D printers, including one that is to be priced at under US$200.

PrintNanny is a new AI system to smartly monitor 3D print jobs.

A new research project has made extensive use of 3D printing — underwater. Most 3D printed parts are used in mechanical settings, and they must be made from materials that withstand…

There are some common pitfalls to consider when selecting 3D printing materials.

Prusa Research launched a new service, “Prusa Education”.

The new 4DFWD running shoe from Adidas demonstrates what is possible with advanced software driving 3D printing.

There’s plenty of 3D print materials available, but what about ESD-safe filament?

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing has been used to assist in field deployments of the now-famous HIMARS system.

Our test of the new Anycubic D2 DLP 3D printer concludes with a look at print results and final thoughts.

Our test of the new Anycubic D2 DLP 3D printer continues with a look at operations and software.