Markforged Loses Patent Case to Continuous Composites: $25M Settlement Agreed
Bad news for Markforged: They’ve lost their patent lawsuit with Continuous Composites.
VeroTouch: A New Model for 3D Construction Printing
Today I’m looking at a new 3DCP company, VeroTouch.
Striking Out? How Boeing’s Suppliers Are Navigating the Industry Shake-Up
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider how Boeing’s suppliers, facing industry disruptions and potential strikes, are turning to submarines, defense, HVAC, and 3D printing to diversify and reduce dependency on…
Crystal Maker: A Custom 3D Model Generator for Creating Stunning Crystal Structures
A new 3D model generator has emerged that can produce models of crystals.
MIT Researchers Explore 3D Printed Glass as a Sustainable Alternative to Concrete in Construction
MIT researchers have developed a method to use sustainable glass as a structural building material.
US Imposes New Export Controls on Advanced Metal 3D Printing Technologies for National Security
US authorities have introduced immediate controls on the export of a number of advanced technologies, including certain additive manufacturing processes.
Design of the Week: Pillars of Creation
This week’s selection is the Pillars of Creation by the Space Telescope Science Institute.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, September 22, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
The Oculus Innovator’s New Frontier: Palmer Luckey’s Anduril and the Future of Defense
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi dive into the revolutionary use of 3D printing at Anduril Industries, the latest venture of Oculus founder, Palmer Luckey.
Bambu Lab Introduces Stricter Print Profile Guidelines for MakerWorld Contributors
Bambu Lab has introduced some rather interesting requirements for print profile contributions to MakerWorld.
Soldier Creates Functional Part with No Prior Experience Using SPEE3D’s Metal 3D Printer
SPEE3D just did something that shouldn’t normally be possible.
Lotus and Carbon Collaborate on 3D Printed Headrest for the Experimental Theory 1 Supercar
Carbon worked with Lotus to create a unique 3D printed headrest on their new supercar, the Theory 1.
Walmart Expansion Involves One of the Largest 3D printed Concrete Structures in the US
Alquist 3D uses concrete printing to produce 8,000sqft addition to Athens, TN store.
Prusa Research Releases Firmware Updates for 7-Year-Old 3D Printers
Prusa Research made a seemingly innocent announcement of a firmware upgrade, but there’s a lot more to the story.
Mosaic Manufacturing Secures CAD$28M to Expand Industrial 3D Printing Solutions
Huge news from Mosaic Manufacturing: they’ve raised a massive CAD$28M (US$20M) from investors.
Bambu Lab and E3D Introduce DiamondBack Hot End and High-Performance PPA-CF Material
News from E3D and Bambu Lab: they’ve collaborated on a new high performance hot end, the E3D x DiamondBack, and there’s a new material to print with it.
Inside Bosch’s Bold HVAC Expansion: 3D Printing Leads the Charge
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look into Bosch's acquisition of Johnson Controls' HVAC business and how it not only strengthens its market position but also sets the stage for revolutionary…
Creality Delays K2 3D Printer Shipments
Creality is delaying the deliveries of their latest flagship 3D printer, the K2.
Altron 3D Printer by Divide By Zero: India’s First Fully Automatic FFF Device
A new 3D printer from India hits all the marks.
nTop Partners with NVIDIA to Integrate GPU-Powered Design in Additive Manufacturing
nTop announced an interesting partnership with NVIDIA.
Design Studios Create 3D Printing Biiocomposite Made From Lobster Shells
Lobster shells are the latest biomaterial made into 3D printing consumables.
Redefining Innovation: How 3D Printing is Shaping Singapore’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
Researchers have identified an effective way to “iron” non-planar surfaces when 3D printing.
SpaceX Secures Velo3D Technology Rights: A Strategic Lifeline or Temporary Solution?
As I expected, SpaceX has come to the rescue of Velo3D — or did they?
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
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 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 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
Researchers have proposed a method of 3D printing high temperature PEEK material using DLP technology.
Design of the Week: World’s Largest Benchy
This week’s selection is the World’s Largest Benchy by Emily the Engineer.
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
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 Xube² Volumetric 3D Printer with Enhanced Resolution and Material Flexibility
There’s a new volumetric 3D printer on the market you can now purchase.
Hands On With The SUNLU FC01 Filament Connector
We tested the new FC01 Filament Connector from SUNLU.
Velo3D’s Valuation Crashes to $5M as Company Moves to OTCQX Market
Velo3D has exited the NYSE, adding to their woes.
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
Helio Additive announced a very interesting partnership with MOCOM.
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
Markforged has made a decision about its stock split.
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 America’s 3D Print Trade Show Dominance
There’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
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
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
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
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
I’m looking at a new 3D model repository, iFast3D, and have some questions.
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. “MCDs” are the issue here. Deputy Attorney General…
Greg Mark and David Benhaim Set to Reveal Mystery 3D Printed Innovation at Backflip, AI
A mystery 3D printed product might soon be revealed by Backflip, AI.
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
I’m looking at an unusual filament from Z Polymers, Tullomer.