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Innovative Solutions: 3D Printing Copper Atoms with Electroplating
Researchers have developed the incredible ability to 3D print copper at atomic scales.
AM-Flow Makes 3D Printing at Scale Simpler with Automation
3D printing at scale just might get a lot simpler with AM-Flow’s automation solution.
Apis Cor and SMASH: 3D Printing Affordable Housing in Miami-Dade County
Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate look at the state of 3D printing in Miami.
Shocking Plot to Hide 30kg of Drugs Inside 3D Printers Revealed in Taiwan
3D printer used in smuggling operation.
Meltio Launches Software Ecosystem for Manufacturing Solutions
Meltio announced a new software ecosystem for their manufacturing solutions.
Learn About One Click Metal’s Affordable and Easy-to-Use Metal 3D Printer
I spoke with the folks from One Click Metal and learned quite a bit about their mid-range metal 3D printer.
Prusa Research Takes a Step Towards the Future of Digital Spare Parts with “Official Brand Profiles”
Prusa Research announced a new initiative to attract commercial brands to their ecosystem.
Exploring the Foamy 3D Printing Revolution: PrintFoam’s Innovative Process
PrintFoam is a unique form of 3D printing that uses, as you might guess, actual foam.
Design of the Week: Avatar Sculptures
This week’s selection are the huge Avatar sculptures produced by Gentle Giant Studios
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 18, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Unpacking the FDA’s Framework for 3D Printing at the Point of Care
Peter Saenz and Charles R. Goulding look at the progress of certified healthcare applications for 3D printing.
Text to 3D: The Massive Implications of Luma AI’s Imagine 3D Technology
This week Luma AI announced a new 3D model generation technology, that while crude today, will ultimately dominate in the future.
Exploring DyeMansion’s Latest Smoothing and Color Dyeing Systems
I had a chat with the friendly folks at DyeMansion about their latest system.
3D Printing Technology Aids General Dynamics In Ukraine Arms Deal
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the opportunities opening for additive manufacturing as a result of the conflict in Ukraine.
Additive Helping Harness Geothermal Energy
Engineering a 3D printed component that can take the heat and corrosive chemicals in a geothermal well.
The Biggest Breakthrough in 3D Printing: Automatic 3D Models from Luma AI
This could be the biggest breakthrough in 3D printing in decades: automatic 3D models.
Stratasys Raises Prices … Again
A quiet announcement from Stratasys indicated they’re raising prices on multiple 3D printer models, but there is some good news, too.
Massivit’s Cast in Motion: A Game-Changing 3D Printing Process
We had a close look at Massivit’s latest 3D print technology: CIM, or “Cast in Motion”.
Thailand: The Next 3D Printing Hub
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider the possibility of increased use of 3D printing in Thailand.
Authentise Rebrands aMES to “Flows”
Authentise announced a rebranding that is a lot more than a name change.
We Told You So: Simplify3D 5.0 Released After Multi-Year Delay
Finally, after an extremely long wait, Simplify3D version 5.0 has been released today.
When a Leading Designer Uses a 3D Printer
Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate review the use of personal 3D printing by a noted designer.
Revolutionary Six-Filament Extrusion Solution from Multec
I had the opportunity to check out Multec’s amazing six-filament extrusion solution.
The Next Level of 3D Printing: FreeD Printing is Redefining Slicing
FreeD Printing is a software company producing software that can slice your 3D model in ways you can’t imagine.
BASF, Europe’s De-Industrialization, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine BASF’s moves in Europe and Asia.
The Need For Standardized 3D Print Bins
I had an idea after roving around Formnext 2022, and it has to do with post processing.
How Is Digital Metal Doing After The Markforged Acquisition?
How is Digital Metal doing after their surprise acquisition by Markforged?
MELD’s Hybrid Metal 3D Printer
MELD announced a new hybrid device to produce large metal parts.
Design of the Week: Giant Disinfectant Bottle
This week’s selection is the Giant Disinfectant Bottle by Modix.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 11, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Multinational US$1T Asset Manager: Blackstone & 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Matthew Selman examine the growing use of 3D print tech in Blackstone’s new acquisition.
SketchFab Goes Adults Only – Which Site is Next?
Online 3D repository Sketchfab has changed their policies and now permits only adults aged 18 or over to participate.
What To Make of Wematter’s Big Deal With 3D Systems
I spoke with Wematter representatives about several things happening with the company recently.
Combined Heat and Power (CHP) Systems and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the potential use of 3D printing technology to improve the efficiency of CHP operations.
EOS Announces Sustainable Polymers
The company factors material sourcing, consumption and reusability into its new, more sustainable materials.
Is It Time For 3D Print Material Biodegradability?
I read about a new sustainable polymer being developed, and had a thought about sustainability in the 3D print world.
Tethon 3D’s Extra-Dense Ceramic 3D Printer Resin
I dropped by Tethon 3D’s stand at Formnext and had a chat about their new ceramic 3D printing resin.
The HIAM 3D Printing Process
I’m reading about a new and highly unusual 3D printing process, “HIAM”.
The NFL’s Concussion Protocol, Traumatic Brain Injuries, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Warren Buzzell look at how a recent incident might have been helped with a 3D print application.
Polymaker’s Breadth of Filament Products Expands
Polymaker showed us some of their recent products, and it’s quite amazing what they’ve developed.
INTAMSYS Launches Desktop High Temperature 3D Printer
INTAMSYS launched a new desktop 3D printer that can operate at high temperatures.
Clara.io Shuts Down
Online 3D modeling tool Clara.io is shutting down.
We Do Need Those Stinkin’ Badges!
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi wonder why Ford didn’t use 3D printing to resolve a recent supply chain issue.
AI Tools Will Change 3D Printing in a Way You Don’t Expect
After looking at several AI tools recently, I’ve realized there is another fundamentally important way AI will affect the 3D printing world.
What Happened to the Blackbelt 3D printer? Answer: It’s Even Better
There’s an interesting tale about the Blackbelt 3D printer, the first successful belt 3D printer.
Essentium’s Laser Focus on Quality
I had a chat with Essentium’s CEO, Blake Teipel the other week and learned about their increased focus on quality.
3D Printing Upside Down and Right Side Up at the Same Time with Duplex 3D
Duplex 3D has produced what could be one of the strangest — and fastest — FFF 3D printers on the market.
Sculpman’s Amazing Variable Width 3D Printer Nozzle
Sculpman’s variable nozzle is among the most interesting technologies we saw at Formnext.
Sculpteo Released Their 2022 Annual Survey Results
Sculpteo released their fascinating annual survey of 3D printing last week.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Bike
This week’s selection is the 3D printed bicycle by voxeljet, Mungo Racing and Spherene.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 4, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
How 3D Printing Can Help Pakistan After Devastating Flooding
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi hope Pakistan will release their ban on import of 3D printers to assist in flooding relief.
Is the ReCreator 3D’s Pultrusion Method a Good Thing?
I’m looking at an interesting open source hardware project, the ReCreator 3D.
The Seven New Classes of Metal 3D Printers
After seeing a great deal of new metal 3D printers recently, it seems that there are new classes of equipment emerging.
ICON Awarded Massive NASA Contract for Lunar 3D Printing
ICON has landed a US$57.2M contract with NASA to 3D print a Lunar 3D printing system.
Did a Little French Startup Finally Get How to Optimize Designs for 3D Printing?
Cognitive Design Systems understands that lightest does not equal optimum and not all 3D prints are manufacturable.
Q.BIG 3D’s Big 3D Printer Has a Surprising Feature
We had a quick look at Q.BIG 3D’s new QUEEN 1 3D printer.
Roboze To Focus More on Materials
After speaking with Roboze representatives, it seems the company is going full-out on materials.
What’s Up With Glassomer?
We have a small update from the folks at Glassomer.
Automotive Industry Turning Gears with 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Ryan Donley look at how certain advanced automobile manufacturers are now leveraging 3D printing.
Hands On With The Anycubic M3 Premium 3D Printer, Part 3
Our review of the new Anycubic M3 Premium resin 3D printer wraps ups with a look at software, print quality and final thoughts.
Hands On With The Anycubic M3 Premium 3D Printer, Part 2
Our review of the new Anycubic M3 Premium resin 3D printer continues with a look at setup, calibration, and software.
Hands On With The Anycubic M3 Premium 3D Printer, Part 1
Our lab was busy taking a close look at the new Anycubic M3 Premium resin 3D printer.
Industry Giants Support Concrete 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at developments in construction 3D print applications.
Metal Parts By Lunchtime: Foundry Lab’s Unique Metal Casting Technology
Foundry Lab has developed an extremely rapid process for producing strong metal parts in many different materials.
Freemelt’s Unusual New Metal 3D Printer Features
We had a look at Freemelt’s latest innovations in metal 3D printing.
This 3D Printer Hot End Needs No Fan
I had a look at Slice Engineering’s highly unusual Mosquito Conduct hot end, and was surprised to find it doesn’t need a fan.
A Look at Rivelin’s Impressive Metal Post Processor
Rivelin Robotics showed their amazing metal 3D print post processing station to us last week.
3D Printing with Pulp and Paper Waste
TU Delft researchers have demonstrated 3D printing with waste cellulose and lignin materials.
NPPower’s New Malachite Metal 3D Printer
NPPower revealed their new small-format metal 3D printer, the Malachite.
Design of the Week: Copper Aerospike Rocket Engine
This week’s selection is the astonishing Aerospike rocket engine by Hyperganic.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 27, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Printing Watertight Closeable Models
Charles R. Goulding and Matt Selman consider the benefits of using 3D print technology to produce watertight cases for underwater devices.
Why Stratasys Showed a Robotic System They Don’t Even Sell
At Formnext 2022, Stratasys featured a product they don’t even sell.
Rapidia’s Bump in the Road
Rapidia has had some challenges recently, but it seems they are overcoming them.
Affordable Metal 3D Printing From SinterJet
Sinterjet launched a new and inexpensive metal 3D printing system, the M60.
EOS Launches European Partner Network
The network consists of seven additive manufacturing job shops able to handle protoypes or small-series part production
What’s In The PARTBOX?
A new company has developed a 3D print system entirely around the concept of digital inventory.
A Startup Company is 3D Printing Liquid Aluminum
A startup seems to have developed a way to 3D print liquid aluminum.
More On Multimaterial Powder Depostion Methods
Our post describing a new approach for multimaterial powder recoating generated some discussion.
Reshoring Big Pharma and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the potential of 3D printing to aid the process of reshoring the pharma industry.
The SYGLASS2 Glass 3D Printer Can Do Something Amazing
After looking at the SYGLASS2 3D printer from Sygnis, I am astonished at what it can 3D print: kilometers of optical fiber.
The SEAMHex 3D Printer Overcomes Pellet Problems
We had a look at the very unusual METROM SEAMHex 3D printer.
Surprising Findings in Essentium’s Annual AM Survey
Essentium released the 2022 edition of their annual additive manufacturing survey.
The Use of Additive Manufacturing in Space: an AM Coalition Webinar
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi review a webinar focusing on use of additive manufacturing in space applications.
New Method For Powder-Based Multi-Material 3D Printing Developed
One of the most interesting technologies we observed at Formnext 2022 was a new way to 3D print multiple materials in powder.
New AM Materials Round Up, November 22, 2022
Several new AM materials were announced in past weeks.
The Revival of Nuclear Reactors and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Christopher Lee look at the increasing use of metal 3D printing in the nuclear industry.
There’s An Even Bigger NXG XII
SLM Solutions announced the NXG XII 600E, an even bigger version of the company’s massive metal 3D printer.
Another Way To Integrate NFTs with 3D Printing
A newly announced partnership shows how NFTs could be used with 3D print technology.
ICON Begins Massive 3D Printed Construction Project
ICON announced their massive 3D printed construction project to build 100 homes is now underway.
Design of the Week: Adjustable Tablet Stand
This week’s selection is the Adjustable Tablet Stand by James C Gullberg.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 20, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
The HVAC Winter Project and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi suggest use of 3D printing in the HVAC industry could increase.