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Redefining Innovation: How 3D Printing is Shaping Singaporeā€™s Future

Redefining Innovation: How 3D Printing is Shaping Singaporeā€™s Future

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Singapore is spearheading the global 3D printing revolution, with groundbreaking innovations spanning from culinary creations to biomedical discoveries.

Non-Planar 3D Print Ironing May Soon Be Available In All Slicers

Non-Planar 3D Print Ironing May Soon Be Available In All Slicers

Researchers have identified an effective way to ā€œironā€ non-planar surfaces when 3D printing.

SpaceX Secures Velo3D Technology Rights: A Strategic Lifeline or Temporary Solution?

Stratasys Announces Huge $50M Stock Buy-back Plan

Stratasys Announces Huge $50M Stock Buy-back Plan

Stratasys announced a curious program to repurchase their own shares.

Comfort and Productivity: The Rising Demand for Ergonomic Office Furniture

Comfort and Productivity: The Rising Demand for Ergonomic Office Furniture

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi uncover the surging demand for office chairs and furniture, driven by remote work trends and the integration of 3D printing technology.

Prusa Research Launches Resin Color Mixing Kit and Secures UL 2904 Certification for MK4S

Prusa Research Launches Resin Color Mixing Kit and Secures UL 2904 Certification for MK4S

Prusa Research made two important announcements late last week, one involving resin coloring, and the other a critical certification.

Filkemp Launches High Performance Sustainable PLN Filament for Makers

Filkemp Launches High Performance Sustainable PLN Filament for Makers

Filkemp introduced a new line of sustainable PLA filament products targeted at makers.

New DLP-Based Technique Could Make High-Temperature PEEK 3D Printing More Accessible

New DLP-Based Technique Could Make High-Temperature PEEK 3D Printing More Accessible

Researchers have proposed a method of 3D printing high temperature PEEK material using DLP technology.

Design of the Week: Worldā€™s Largest Benchy

Design of the Week: Worldā€™s Largest Benchy

This weekā€™s selection is the Worldā€™s Largest Benchy by Emily the Engineer.

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 15, 2024

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 15, 2024

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

Unveiling the Aston Martin Valiant Coupe: A US$2.5 Million Marvel of Engineering

Unveiling the Aston Martin Valiant Coupe: A US$2.5 Million Marvel of Engineering

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Aston Martin's latest Valiant coupe, showcased at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, is setting new standards in luxury and performance with its twin-turbo…

Xolo Unveils XubeĀ² Volumetric 3D Printer with Enhanced Resolution and Material Flexibility

Hands On With The SUNLU FC01 Filament Connector

Hands On With The SUNLU FC01 Filament Connector

We tested the new FC01 Filament Connector from SUNLU.

Velo3Dā€™s Valuation Crashes to $5M as Company Moves to OTCQX Market

Materialise and Stratasys Announce New Software Tool for Investment Casting

Materialise and Stratasys Announce New Software Tool for Investment Casting

Stratasys Neo Build Processor for Investment Casting developed for Stratasys Neo 450 and Neo 800 SLA 3D printers.

Helio Additive Partners with MOCOM to Enhance Large-Scale 3D Printing Efficiency

Ulendo Launches Heat Compensation Add-In for Dyndrite LPBF Pro

Ulendo Launches Heat Compensation Add-In for Dyndrite LPBF Pro

Ulendo announced an entirely new capability for their advanced 3D print optimization software tools.

Markforged Implements 10-to-1 Reverse Stock Split to Avoid NYSE Delisting

H&S Gears Up for the Future with $100 Million Investment and 3D Printing Innovations

H&S Gears Up for the Future with $100 Million Investment and 3D Printing Innovations

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi drill into Horsburgh and Scott's transformative $100 million investment and explore the exciting future of 3D printing in industrial gear manufacturing.

Formnext vs. Rapid+TCT: The Battle for North Americaā€™s 3D Print Trade Show Dominance

Formnext vs. Rapid+TCT: The Battle for North Americaā€™s 3D Print Trade Show Dominance

Thereā€™s a showdown coming between the biggest 3D print trade shows in North America.

New MVAM Technology Uses Microwaves to Overcome Volumetric 3D Printing Limitations

New MVAM Technology Uses Microwaves to Overcome Volumetric 3D Printing Limitations

Researchers have developed a novel method of volumetric 3D printing using microwaves that could speed up resin 3D printing considerably.

ORNL Explores Advanced Robotic 3D Printing for Complex Hydroelectric Runner Production

ORNL Explores Advanced Robotic 3D Printing for Complex Hydroelectric Runner Production

Oak Ridge National Laboratory has begun work to develop a method of 3D printing very large and complex metal objects.

3D Printing Public Art from Urban Waste

3D Printing Public Art from Urban Waste

Italian companies R3direct and WASP 3D print massive equine monument using post-consumer plastic.

Experience Custom Comfort: 3D-Printed Frames Now at Nebraska Furniture Mart

Experience Custom Comfort: 3D-Printed Frames Now at Nebraska Furniture Mart

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Nebraska Furniture Mart's new optical center, featuring the innovative Yuniku Design Center, is revolutionizing the eyewear industry with custom 3D-printed glasses frames.

Is iFast3D Legit? Warning Signs of Possible Scam in 3D Model Marketplace

Is iFast3D Legit? Warning Signs of Possible Scam in 3D Model Marketplace

Iā€™m looking at a new 3D model repository, iFast3D, and have some questions.

DOJ Seeks 3D Printing Industry’s Help in Stopping Illicit Use

DOJ Seeks 3D Printing Industry’s Help in Stopping Illicit Use

The US Department of Justice announced a program attempting to curb the use of machine gun conversion devices, which could involve 3D printers. ā€œMCDsā€ are the issue here. Deputy Attorney General…

Greg Mark and David Benhaim Set to Reveal Mystery 3D Printed Innovation at Backflip, AI

Scanning Success: The Innovations Driving 3D Technology Forward

Scanning Success: The Innovations Driving 3D Technology Forward

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe explore how 3D scanning technology is revolutionizing industries from healthcare to entertainment, offering precise digital replicas that enhance efficiency and innovation.

Tullomer Filament: Stronger and Lighter than Steel for Advanced 3D Printing

Spider II: Artec 3Dā€™s Latest Handheld Scanner Doubles Working Volume for Faster Captures

Spider II: Artec 3Dā€™s Latest Handheld Scanner Doubles Working Volume for Faster Captures

Artec 3D released a new handheld 3D scanner, the Spider II. The Spider II succeeds the Space Spider, as the new device includes several major performance enhancements. The accuracy of the…

Axtra3D’s Lumia X1 and HPS Technology Gain Traction with Protolabs Partnership

Design of the Week: Spice Rack Pullout

Design of the Week: Spice Rack Pullout

This weekā€™s selection is the Spice Rack Pullout with Metal Rods by Printables contributor SpongyBob.

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 8, 2024

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 8, 2024

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

EPA’s US$4.3 Billion Boost: Pioneering Pollution Reduction Across America

EPA’s US$4.3 Billion Boost: Pioneering Pollution Reduction Across America

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how the EPA's US$4.3 billion funding initiative is transforming pollution reduction efforts across multiple industries in the United States.

Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 3

Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 3

Our review of the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D printer concludes with a look at print results and final thoughts. This is part three of a three part series, please read…

Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 2

Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 2

Our look at the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra resin 3D printer continues with a look at setup, calibration, software and operations. This is part two of a three part series, please…

Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 1

Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 1

Elegoo provided us with their latest resin 3D printer, the Saturn 4 Ultra, and we gave it an extensive test. This is part one of a three part series, please read…

3D Printing Techniques Join Wood and Metal Without Adhesives

3D Printing Techniques Join Wood and Metal Without Adhesives

Ultrasonic joining and AddJoining processes affix materials directly onto wood surfaces.

Relativity Space Shifts Focus Away from 3D Printed Rockets with Terran-R Redesign

Relativity Space Shifts Focus Away from 3D Printed Rockets with Terran-R Redesign

It seems that Relativity Space has abandoned their goal of 3D printing an entire rocket.

Stratasys Launches Origin Two: Advanced P3 3D Printer for Industrial Production

Formlabs Introduces First Certified Third-Party Resin, and Non-Flammable Resin Wash

Reviving Legends: The Rise of Custom 3D-Printed Parts for Vintage Land Rover Defenders

Reviving Legends: The Rise of Custom 3D-Printed Parts for Vintage Land Rover Defenders

Charles R. Goulding and Jacob T. Nolan explore why 1990s Land Rover Defenders are commanding up to $400,000, delving into their rugged appeal, the rise of bespoke restorations, and the role…

Innovative 5-Color 3D Print on Prusa XL Showcases Advanced Dithering Techniques

Exploring Gambody: A Decade of Premium 3D Models for Anime, Comics, and More

Recycling Fabrik Offers 3D Printer Waste Recycling for Sustainable Filament Options

Recycling Fabrik Offers 3D Printer Waste Recycling for Sustainable Filament Options

A European filament producer offers the ability to recycle certain polymers.

Researchers Use Multi-Material 3D Printing to Customize Food

Researchers Use Multi-Material 3D Printing to Customize Food

Incorporating edible and nutrient-rich ingredients to construct aesthetically pleasing meals.

The Return of Kevin Plank: Can Under Armour Lead the 3D Printed Footwear Revolution?

The Return of Kevin Plank: Can Under Armour Lead the 3D Printed Footwear Revolution?

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into Kevin Plank's strategic return to Under Armour, exploring how his product innovation focus and 3D printing technology could redefine the company's competitive edge.

Five Things that need to be Standardized in 3D Printing

Five Things that need to be Standardized in 3D Printing

The world of 3D printing seems to be slowly fragmenting into a series of closed environments. What can stop that from happening?

Jawset Introduces Postshot: AI-Driven 3D Scanning Tool Now in Beta

Scoobe3D Resurrected: Immensa Acquires High-Precision 3D Scanning Technology