3D Printing Blog

Sketch2Pose provides an intriguing capability that might eventually lead to a new way of 3D modeling.

An open source photography project has developed a 3D printable lens system, but there’s an interesting implication.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the resurgence of the toy industry.

This week’s selection is the Overboard Spice Rack by electrical engineer and Reddit contributor FuegoMonster.

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 a new footwear fashion trend and its relationship to 3D printing.

Researchers at Jacobs University in Germany are developing a large format 3D printer.

Researchers at the University of Virginia have been experimenting with some highly unusual 3D printing material.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the increasing proportion of 3D printing solutions shown at the bi-annual IMTS show.

What gaps need to be addressed to make additive manufacturing truly sustainable?

A 3D print service must do far more than just the 3D printing.

Markforged’s FX20 3D printer is quite impressive.

New research has shown a way to 3D print wooden objects that automatically unfold.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the recent increase in U.S. military production and how 3D printing takes a strong role.

Prusa Research released the latest beta version of PrusaSlicer, and surprise — it includes the ability to use STEP files.

Azul 3D offers a rare combination: continuous 3D printing not only within a job, but between jobs.

Carbon announced today their first corporate acquisition, and it’s a big deal.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the potential for increased use of 3D printing in the aerospace industry.

Some months ago it was announced that Ultimaker and MakerBot were getting together. But what would result?

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how one industry changed and enabled a range of 3D printing applications.

New research could show a way to increase 3D printed food adoption and at the same increase protein intake.

This week’s selection is “Women in 3D Printing” by Stacey DelVecchio.

Sometimes technology is going just too far.

I had a chat with the folks from Lynxter to find out what they’ve been up to.

A new open source 3D printer development project has launched, and they’re looking for contributors.

This week’s selection is the Bike Reflector Hidden AirTag by Printables contributor heartbreakballer.

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 some of the many space startups now leveraging metal 3D printing.

Have you ever hoped your 3D printer would automatically correct errors as it prints? That seems to now be possible.

Sudden layoffs have struck 3D printer manufacturer Nexa3D.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how the HVAC industry could benefit from a dose of 3D printing.

What’s different about Fabrisonic’s patented UAM technology? 3D printing is entering its fourth decade, with a lot of new technologies being developed along the way. Currently, the most popular among them is…

If there’s one person that’s shaking up the world of 3D scanning, it’s Cosmo Wenman.

Researchers have developed a method of 3D printing composite material at relatively low temperatures.

Create It Real has been quietly getting their advanced slicing system out to industry partners.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the latest developments in 3D printing taking place in Tulsa, OK.

Novice 3D printer operators often wonder, “what is the PLA that I am printing?”

This week’s question relates to a very unusual 3D printing requirement.

Security is an often ignored part of additive manufacturing.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a new development in medical technology.

With additive manufacturing evolving so rapidly, it’s challenging to keep track of the latest emerging technologies.

3D printing calibration is mentioned all the time, but what does it really mean?

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the growing opportunity for 3D printing to assist the growth and use of cargo bikes.

This week’s selection is “The Maker Magician's Handbook: A Beginner's Guide to Magic + Making” by Mario Marchese.

Is it possible to 3D print a high performance bike with an inexpensive 3D printer? It turns out you can — but indirectly.

Recent events in the plastics industry suggest that we could see drops in pricing for 3D printer materials — or not.

Charles R. Goulding looks at how 3D printing technology could fit into a major helicopter renewal contract.

This week’s selection is the Combination Lock Pen by Reddit contributor Probably_Capable.

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 recent manufacturing transformation in Singapore.