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Revisited: Is it Filament Weight, Length, or Volume?
The eternal question of those using filament-powered 3D printers needs an answer.
New AM Materials Round Up, January 21, 2022
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
New Open Source Belt 3D Printer Project: TigTag3D
A new belt 3D printer design is available from an open source project.
Boeing and Titomic Explore Sustainable Titanium for 3D Printing
Project will investigate improving sustainability for additive manufacturing in the space sector.
Do 3D Printers Make You Cry?
Fabbaloo readers are highly likely to own a 3D printer they operate themselves, but why don’t other people have them, too?
The First Part Is The Hardest: Marine Engine 3D Printing
Interesting research from the Technical University of Denmark shows how to break into a new industry.
Robots, Automation, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi predict areas of interest for 3D printing based on the recent CES event.
Metal AM At Scale: Seurat Secures Funding
Seurat announced a major funding round for their incredible metal 3D printing technology. We found out a lot more about their incredible Area Printing process.
Formlabs Focusing On Automotive Applications?
Formlabs announced today a partnership with an automotive company, and this has some interesting implications for the 3D printer manufacturer.
Looking Around the 3D-Rotoprinter
The 3D-Rotoprinter has a motion system you have to see to believe.
Australia’s Blackhawk Helicopter Purchase and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how the U.S. military is using digital twins for helicopter development.
The Trouble With Many Asian Desktop 3D Printers
Many Asia-based desktop 3D printer manufacturers suffer from a key limitation that holds back their growth.
Why Did Local Motors Shut Down Last Week?
According to a report on TechCrunch, Local Motors has ceased operations.
New Method of Splitting 3D Models To Fit on Smaller 3D Printers
A paper released last month describes an efficient method for splitting 3D models, enabling 3D printing of large objects on smaller machines.
3DQue’s Manufacturing Ambitions Coming True
I spoke with 3DQue representatives to find out the latest on their unusual 3D printing technology.
Who Wants a Voice Controlled 3D Printer?
A new project will launch a voice controlled 3D printer.
Design of the Week: Electronic Component Bender
This week’s selection is the Electronic Component Bender by Luigi Ruina.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 16, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Zara Management Developments and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi suggest ZARA should do a lot more 3D printing.
New AM Materials Round Up, January 14, 2022
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
Thermwood’s Astonishing Patent Portfolio
Thermwood announced they’ve received another 32 patents for additive manufacturing methods, adding to their massive pile.
Ford’s Investment in Rivian and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Randall Rothbort examine how Rivian’s use of 3D printing may influence other manufacturers, like Ford.
Axtra3D Is Revolutionizing 3D Printing with New Technology
Axtra3D unveiled its Hybrid PhotoSynthesis (HPS) technology and Lumia printer, which the company believes will revolutionize 3D printing.
Enter Our Survey To Win A 3D Printer
It’s that time of year again; we’re rolling out our annual reader survey, and this year you could win an amazing desktop 3D printer if you participate.
3DEO Shows How To Succeed Without Selling Equipment
3DEO announced some startling statistics about their recent expansion, but this demonstrates something important for 3D printer manufacturers.
Copper 3D Printing Breakthrough
A German company announced a new copper powder that can be more easily 3D printed.
Florida and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe examine the increasing 3D print activity in Florida.
Are You Ready For E3D’s Revo?
E3D-Online’s new Revo product set should make life far easier for FFF 3D printer operators.
Sinterit Partners With Forward AM
Sinterit announced a partnership with Forward AM, the AM unit of BASF.
Flexible OLED Display 3D Printed
Researchers at the University of Minnesota have developed an unusual process to 3D print a prototype OLED display that’s actually flexible.
Additive Manufacturing Innovation in the Mobility Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Joseph Castine look at recent mergers in the transportation industry and see how they could benefit from 3D printing.
Nano Dimension Developing New Conductive 3D Print Material
Nano Dimension announced a partnership with XPTL to develop a new conductive ink for their systems that is based on nanoparticles.
Very Tiny 3D Printing With Exaddon
Exaddon produces a unique 3D printer that can produce micro-sized metal objects.
Unusual 3D Print Collaboration Between Manufacturer and Content Provider
I’ve learned of an unusual collaboration between a 3D printer manufacturer, Anycubic, and a 3D content provider, MyMiniFactory.
Unusual 3D Printed Application for Oil and Gas Research
A unique application for 3D printing has been developed by a student at Texas A&M.
Life on Mars and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how buildings could be 3D printed on another planet.
Design of the Week: 1890 Granary Print
This week’s selection is the amazingly detailed 1890 Granary Print by scanning expert Patrick Letourneau.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 9, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
COVID-19 Funding for the Manufacturing Extension Partnerships and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how new U.S. government funding may affect use of 3D printing.
Question of the Week: PolyJet Patents
This week’s question focuses on the expiration of Stratasys-owned PolyJet patents.
3D Printing Implications of Sesame’s Street’s Education Initiatives
Charles R. Goulding and Arianna Coger look at how a children’s TV show pivot could make good use of 3D printing technology.
KINGS 3D Has a Lot of 3D Printers
Today I’m looking at KINGS 3D, the largest manufacturer of SLA 3D printers in China.
How Additive Manufacturing Is Driving Competitiveness in the Automotive Sector
Automotive manufacturers have been turning to new technologies to ramp up growth in recent years.
Sindoh Makes The Change
I spoke with Sindoh and learned they’re undergoing a major transformation.
Can 3D Printing Be the Technology That Helps Bring Music to the Environmentally-Savvy Consumer?
A resurgence in popularity for vinyl music coincided with the democratization of 3D printing technologies.
A Closer Look at Smart3D’s MACRO Manufacturing System
I had a look at Smart3D’s manufacturing system, the MACRO, which offers both regular and high temperature additive manufacturing options.
Lippert, the Boat and RV Replacement Parts Business, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Lippert Components is using 3D printing.
Fabbaloo’s Annual Survey, 2022 Edition
It’s that time of year again; we’re rolling out our annual reader survey, and this year there is an incredible prize for one lucky respondent.
IKEA Now Offering Custom 3D Printed Decorations
IKEA has quietly introduced a pair of 3D printed designs in their online store.
Polygonica Version 3.1 Released
A new version of Polygonica has been released with several powerful 3D features.
ADT Engineering Lab, Solar, Smart Homes and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Randall Rothbort look at how ADT’s Engineering Lab could make use of 3D printing technology.
Rumors of ANET Shutting Down?
We’ve just heard rumors that Shenzhen-based 3D printer manufacturer ANET has “gone under”. But is this true?
Formlabs Announces The Form 3+ 3D Printer
Formlabs announced a new 3D printer, the Form 3+, with an amazing feature.
At MakerBot, It’s All About Materials
I spoke to MakerBot to get an update on what they’ve been doing lately.
Looking Forward To AM in 2022
Well, well — it’s the beginning of another year, and time for some forward thinking.
Looking Back at 3D Print Trends in 2021
The year 2021 has ended, and it’s time to look back to see what happened in 3D printing and Additive Manufacturing.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Throne Toilet
This week’s selection is the 3D printed Throne toilet by Nagami.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, 2021 Edition
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week – but this week we’re looking at the entire year.
Top 3D Printing Developments of 2021
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi review the major 3D print stories of 2021.
Our Top 3D Print Stories of 2021, Determined By You
It’s the end of the year, and I wondered which stories gathered the most views by Fabbaloo readers.
Every Special Needs Dog Can Have A Wonderful Life With 3D Printing
Dogs with special needs are incredibly adaptable, in spite of their limitations.
Stratasys Introduces New Origin One Dental 3D Printer
Polymer 3D printing solutions developer Stratasys revealed the newest addition to its portfolio of 3D printing solutions for dental applications, the Stratasys Origin One Dental.
24 Resin 3D Printing Tips You Need To Know
Do you have a resin 3D printer? Here’s a whole bunch of tips for you.
Hands On With The Voxelab Aquila S2 3D Printer, Part 2
Testing the Aquila S2 desktop 3D printer continues with an examination of print results.
Hands On With The Voxelab Aquila S2 3D Printer, Part 1
Our lab has been quite busy lately, and this time we’re reviewing the Voxelab Aquila S2 desktop 3D printer.
Chevron 3D Printing Experience and the Wall Street Journal
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi describe recent mass media attention given to 3D printing technology.
The Rise of Palitra and Low Cost Full Color 3D Printing For All
A new company, Palitra, hopes to provide practical and affordable full color 3D printing technology to the market.
The Demise of RIZE?
Apparently there have been massive changes at RIZE, and the company no longer appears to be marketing 3D printers.
Wacker Chemie Shuts Silicone 3D Print Service ACEO
Silicone 3D printing service ACEO appears to be shutting down.
Ellen Kullman Puts 3D Printing Front and Center
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Carbon approaches current crises.
Seven Things NOT To Do With Your Brand New 3D Printer
You just received a brand new desktop 3D printer. What should you NOT do?
Why Use Teton Simulation’s SmartSlice?
I had a chat with Teton Simulation’s Doug Kenik to find out where SmartSlice is headed.
About Habitat For Humanity’s First Partially 3D Printed Home
Habitat for Humanity announced a project in Virginia has used construction 3D printing as part of the home building process.
The State of 3D Print Slicing Software
Slicing software is a key element in any 3D printing workflow, but what are the options?
Design of the Week: HeartBeatDress
This week’s selection is the HeartBeatDress by designer Anouk Wipprecht.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, December 26, 2021
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Printing Implications of the Johnson & Johnson Split
Charles R. Goulding and Arianna Coger look at how 3D technology usage could increase at J&J.
Battery Breakthrough Could Mean Power For Complex 3D Prints
Researchers have developed an unusual method of producing a battery, one that could be integrated into 3D printers.
New Advances Boost Resin 3D Printing Options
Materials companies have been hard at work developing improved resins for 3D printing, creating new opportunities across industries.
Prusaslicer 2.4 Has So Many New Features I Can’t Even
Prusa Research dropped the latest version of their popular 3D print slicing software, PrusaSlicer 2.4, and it has an astounding number of amazing new features.
Desktop Metal Certifies Copper Material
Desktop Metal announced the qualification of a pure copper material for their Production system.
Researchers Achieve Smallest 3D Print: 25nm Voxels
Researchers have devised a system using a 1.6nm nozzle to 3D print incredibly tiny objects.
Scholastic Publishing’s Most Beloved Series and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi see an opening for additional 3D printing.
CASTOR Releases Unusual Trends Report
CASTOR released their 2021 annual Additive Manufacturing Trends Report, and it’s quite a bit different than you might think.
What Is A “Brinter”?
I wondered what a “Brinter” is, and found out.
Wematter Expanding
Wematter announced an expansion to their production facilities.
3D Systems’ Pivot Towards 3D Bioprinting
Charles R. Goulding and Arianna Coger offer a perspective on 3D Systems’ apparent shift towards bioprinting.
What’s Behind Azul 3D’s LAKE 3D Printer?
Azul 3D is one of the latest 3D print companies to appear on the scene, and we spoke to the company’s Chief Revenue Officer, Tuan Tranpham, to find out more.
Controversy at Cults
There’s some trouble brewing at Cults, one of the larger repositories of printable 3D models.
New Approach Provides Self-Healing 3D Printer Resins
Researchers have developed a way to have 3D printed materials self heal.
How To Properly Clean 3D Prints With Simple Green
I’ve been using Simple Green as a resin 3D print solvent, and it works quite well — if you know what to do.
Nanoscribe Announces the Quantum X bio 3D Printer
Nanoscribe announced a new variation of their Quantum X 3D printer, the Quantum X bio.
D.fab: A Major Breakthrough in Construction 3D Printing
COBOD announced a breakthrough material that could revolutionize the use of construction 3D printing.
Design of the Week: Mechanical Christmas Bottle Opener
This week’s selection is the Mechanical Christmas Bottle Opener by JBV Creative.