3D Printing Blog

A new video attempts to expose the “lies” about construction 3D printing.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing could play a role in a major submarine deal.

A new paper identifies a more inexpensive method of producing photoinitiators.

Porsche announced they intend to offer 3D printed seats for certain models beginning in February.

MakerBot announced two interesting and complementary materials today that could make 3D printing ABS objects far easier.

This week’s selection is “Understanding Color: An Introduction for Designers” by Linda Holtzschue.

Recently I had the opportunity to sit down with MyMiniFactory CEO Nebo Nikolic at their London HQ

The latest version of CAD Exchanger is now able to handle Autodesk Inventor files.

In an unusual online announcement, Ultimaker revealed an upcoming cleaning station.

This week’s selection is the Cat Door by Thingiverse contributor Cody Jeffries.

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 an example of how 3D printing technology changed telemedicine during the pandemic.

Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.

I’ve learned more about the Thingiverse security breach we reported on yesterday, and it could be not as bad as initially thought.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing should become a key feature in residential garage conversions.

Fremont, Calif.-based additive manufacturing company Uniformity Labs has taken solar-powered car racing to the next level with its new AlSi10Mg aluminum alloy powder.

News from haveibeenpwned.com indicates popular 3D model repository has been hacked.

An initiative in France has partnered with Stratasys on a potentially massive 3D printing network.

iMakr opened an office in Copenhagen, but this is just another step on their unusual 3D print journey.

WASP has partnered with Honda to develop a new process using 3D printed clay.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the value of 3D printing technology for Allbirds, a footwear manufacturer.

A post by VELO3D CEO Benny Buller described the refreshing culture he and his team use at that company.

Researchers at the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory have developed a highly unusual 3D print material.

SLM Solutions announced a blockbuster sale of their flagship NXG XII 600 to Divergent, and there are implications.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the challenging state of affairs in large scale manufacturing.

I haven’t seen this before: a 3D printer that uses a moving belt — except when it doesn't.

Researchers have found a way to 3D print soft, bio-electronic sensors that directly integrate with the body

In an epic feat of diagnosis, Stefan Hermann has determined what can cause a very common 3D printing issue.

This week’s selection is “Digital Modelmaking: Laser Cutting, 3D Printing and Reverse Engineering” by Helen Lansdown.

Creality’s latest 3D printer is the fully enclosed CR-200B desktop 3D printer. 

Dr. Andrei Neboian, CEO of Xioneer, discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using various soluble support materials on different styles of 3D printers.

Dr. Andrei Neboian, CEO of Xioneer, discusses the advantages and disadvantages of using various soluble support materials on different styles of 3D printers.

This week’s selection is the 3D printed dress by designer Sophy Wong.

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 project by the University of Warwick.

Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.

My testing of the Voxelab Aquila X2 desktop 3D printer continues.

I had a chance to assemble and test Voxelab’s new Aquila X2 desktop 3D printer.

Engineering.com caught up with Velo3D founder and CEO, Benny Buller, as the metal 3D printing company went public.

BCN3D announced a very comprehensive cloud system to manage fleets of 3D printers.

More moves in the corporate acquisition space this week: Stratasys acquired Xaar.

Howard University announced a partnership with Xometry to provide over US$900K in scholarships for mechanical engineers.

Charles R. Goulding and Randall Rothbort look at the implications of Desktop Metal potentially competing with their own clients.

Stratasys announced a new data security platform called ProtectAM.

Much has been said about using additive manufacturing to alleviate problems in supply chains, but how do you do so?

Why are so many 3D print companies “going public”?

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing may be affected by the current Taiwan situation.

Researchers developed a system for cooking 3D printed chicken, but this might lead to improved print quality for other 3D printers.

3DQue announced the availability of their 3D printer automation system for several new 3D printer models.

This week’s selection is “A Manager’s Guide to Large Scale Additive Manufacturing” by Ken Susnjara.