Researchers at Johns Hopkins have developed a new protocol that could significantly change how 3D printers work in the future.
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New Antagonistic Light Approach Could Boost Accuracy in Microscale 3D Printing
A quiet, but potentially major development in microscale 3D printing has been achieved.
Researchers Develop 3D Printed Artificial Skin for Humanoid Robots
Researchers have developed a method to 3D print a whole-body artificial skin for humanoid robots.
Researchers Achieve Variable Layer Heights in Aluminum WAAM 3D Printing
Researchers have developed a way to 3D print variable height layers in aluminum using WAAM.
Breakthrough in 3D Bioprinting: Fat-Based Tissue Engineering for Wound Healing
Researchers have developed a method to 3D bioprint tissue in a way that can heal wounds.
Assessing AI in Additive Manufacturing: Researchers Introduce FDM-Bench for 3D Printing
Researchers have developed a method of measuring the effectiveness of AI-based additive manufacturing systems.
Researchers Unlock New 3D Food Printing Technique Using Liquid Rope Coiling
Researchers have investigated a new method of 3D food printing.
New Research Identifies Key Workflow Improvements for 3D Concrete Printing
A new research paper explores the workflow used in 3DCP.
New Research Enhances Electrical Conductivity in 3D Printed Materials for Advanced Applications
New research has identified a way to more properly send electrical signals through 3D printed material.
The Secret to 3D Printing High-Performance Thermoelectric Materials
Researchers from the Institute of Science and Technology Austria announce breakthrough in thermoelectric cooling.
Researchers Use 3D Printing to Study Marangoni Surfers and the Cheerios Effect
Researchers have developed a system for 3D printing Marangoni Surfers to investigate the Cheerios Effect.
Microsoft’s MatterGen AI Could Pave the Way for New 3D Printing Materials
Last month Microsoft announced MatterGen. Could this be useful for 3D printing?
Researchers Reduce Flaws in 3D Printed Components Using Magnets
The work from UCL and the University of Greenwich reports an 80% reduction in pore formation in printed components while an appropriate magnetic field was applied.
Researchers Develop ‘Poxels’ for Full Color 3D Printed AI Generated Models
Researchers have developed a new way of generating 3D models using AI that produces properly 3D printable results.
New Research Paper Maps the Future of 4D Printing and Its Emerging Applications
A new research paper delivers a comprehensive look at possible applications of 4D printing.
Researchers Develop HoloVAM, Cutting Energy Use in Volumetric 3D Printing by 28.6X
A new technique could supercharge volumetric 3D printing processes.
Researchers Replicate Fine Natural Fibers with 3D Printing
The embedded 3D printing technique enables applications ranging from sensory hairs to the fibers that give hagfish slime its unique consistency.
SPAR3D: A New Hybrid AI Approach for More Accurate 3D Model Generation
A new approach for generating 3D models from 2D images has been announced: SPAR3D.
Fraunhofer’s EHLA Process Boosts Metal Printing Speed and Efficiency
I had a chat with researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute about high-speed laser metal deposition.
New 3D Printing Optimization Method Improves Nano-Lattice Strength by 118%
Researchers have developed a unique method of strengthening microscopic 3D printed lattices.
Bendable’ Concrete Mixes Aim to Improve 3D Printing for Construction
University of New Mexico civil engineers patent ultra-ductile cementitious material.
Smart Architecture: Humidity-Responsive 3D Printed Bioshades Save Energy
A team of researchers has developed a 3D printed “bioshade” that automatically reacts to the environment.
Multimaterial Metal Printing Yields Topologically Optimized Suspension Tower
Tohoku University researchers demonstrate control of liquid/solid interface in L-PBF for multi-material applications.
New 3D Printing Technique Yields Recyclable Soft Plastics with Tunable Stiffness
Princeton engineers create soft architected materials with applications in robotics, medicine and sporting goods.
US Army Scientists 3D Print Using Ice Reinforced with Natural Fibers
The goal was to find innovative ways to build military installations in remote cold regions.
New VI3DP Method Could Eliminate Weak Layers in FFF 3D Printing
Researchers have developed a new 3D printing process that might eliminate the layer adhesion problem, and a lot more.
Oregon State Sees Advancements in 3D Printed Soft Motors
OSU College of Engineering unveils liquid crystalline elastomer structures that can crawl, fold and snap directly after printing.
From Electric Skin to Space Exploration: Ganit Goldstein’s 3D-Printed Smart Fabrics
I had a chat with Ganit Goldstein, who is researching advanced fabric 3D printing.
Breakthrough Silicone Formula Enables Faster 3D Printing of Complex Geometries
A research paper explores a new formulation for silicone that may affect 3D printing.
FPath Project Explores Richard Feynman’s Vision for Tiny-Scale 3D Printing
I’m reading about an interesting open-source project called “FPath”.
DIMON: The AI Model That Drastically Speeds Up Solving Partial Differential Equations
Researchers have made a breakthrough in the ability to solve engineering problems. In a new paper published in Nature entitled, “A scalable framework for learning the geometry-dependent solution operators of partial differential equations”, they explain the current challenges in solving partial differential equations. Partial Differential Equations are a specific type of equation where it is… Continue reading DIMON: The AI Model That Drastically Speeds Up Solving Partial Differential Equations
“Blow Extrusion” Nozzle Promises Lightweight and Efficient 3D Prints
I saw a new 3D print nozzle technology that can print tubular extrusions.
New 3D Printing Method Embeds Optical Sensors in Metal Parts for Micro Reactors
A new application area for additive manufacturing has been identified: micro reactors.
New Algorithm Inspired by Nature Solves Overhang Challenges in Construction 3D Printing
New research focuses on the problem of overhangs with construction 3D printing (3DCP), with a possible solution inspired by nature.
Researchers Develop Recyclable Resin for Sustainable Printing
A recent paper shows a new style of 3D printer resin that could potentially be recycled.
Researchers Develop Predictive Model for Supersonic Metal Particle Bonding
Researchers have found a way to predict the bonding of supersonic metal particles.
NASA Explores Laser Welding in Space: Implications for 3D Printing
NASA is launching a new scientific research project that may impact future 3D printing.
New 3D Bioprinter Replicates Brain Tissue, Bone and Cartilage at High Speed
University of Melbourne biomedical engineers aim to improve drug discovery with high-output process.
DIP Technology Surpasses Volumetric Printing Speeds with Innovative Resin Flow Solution
A radically new and incredibly fast 3D printing process has been developed: Dynamic Interface Printing, or “DIP”.
ORNL Reduces Inspection Time for 3D Printed Nuclear Parts by 85%
The algorithm is now being trained for Idaho National Laboratory (INL) to apply similar methods for irradiated materials and nuclear fuel.
Researchers Develop Carbon-Doped Metal Alloy with Enhanced Cryogenic Strength
Researchers have developed a new 3D printable metal alloy that has exceptional cryogenic properties.
Researchers Develop Algorithms to Improve Accuracy of Complex 3D Scans
A new approach to point cloud processing could dramatically enhance the accuracy of complex 3D scans.
Introducing MobiPrint: Print Objects Anywhere in Your Space with Mobile 3D Printing
Researchers unveiled “MobiPrint”, a home mobile 3D printer.
ORNL Develops Crack-Free 3D Printable Metal Alloy for Extreme Temperatures
Researchers at ORNL have developed a new crack-free 3D printable metal alloy that can withstand temperatures above 1315C.
New Speed Modulated Ironing Technique Adds Color and Texture Control to FFF 3D Printing
A new ironing technique implements color changes in FFF 3D printing.
New AI Technique Pioneers Accurate Mechanical 3D Model Generation Using BREP Geometry
Research is proceeding on ways to use AI techniques to generate solid mechanical 3D models.
Researchers Unveil HDSP: A High Speed 3D Printing Process Based on Sound Waves
An entirely new and incredibly fast method of 3D printing has been developed that is based on sound: HDSP.
3D Printed Meat: Edible but Lacking Flavor, WIRED Review Finds
An article in WIRED describes the experience of eating 3D printed meat.
New Research Identifies Promising Solutions to 3D Printing’s Microplastic Waste Problem
Two new research papers suggest there are possible ways to help solve the microplastic crisis.
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.
Soldier Creates Functional Part with No Prior Experience Using SPEE3D’s Metal 3D Printer
SPEE3D just did something that shouldn’t normally be possible.
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.
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.
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 Techniques Join Wood and Metal Without Adhesives
Ultrasonic joining and AddJoining processes affix materials directly onto wood surfaces.
Innovative 5-Color 3D Print on Prusa XL Showcases Advanced Dithering Techniques
This has to be one of the most unusual 3D prints I’ve ever seen.
Researchers Use Multi-Material 3D Printing to Customize Food
Incorporating edible and nutrient-rich ingredients to construct aesthetically pleasing meals.
New Volumetric Heating Technique Revolutionizes 3D Printing of Glass Materials
There’s been an important development in the ability to 3D print glass.
Solid Knitting: How Researchers Are Weaving the Future of 3D Objects
Researchers have developed an amazing new fabrication process they call “Solid Knitting”.
Introducing RAD: Energy-Efficient Metal 3D Printing Process with No Heat Involved
Researchers have developed a new metal 3D printing process they call “RAD”.
Microplastic Pollution: Study Shows High Concentrations in Human Brain Tissue
A new report highlights the current microplastic pollution: there are significant amounts of microplastics inside all of us.
Graph Theory Applied to 3D Printing: New Research Enhances Toolpath Optimization
Continuous carbon fiber 3D printing may become a lot more powerful if new research is adopted by industry.
New Open Source WAAM Framework Could Reducing Costs of Robotic 3D Printing
Researchers have developed an open source architecture for Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing, “WAAM”. WAAM is a popular 3D printing process, particularly for large-format devices. The idea is to feed standard welding wire feedstock to a toolhead, where a high-energy electrical arc instantly melts the metal. The toolhead is mounted on a robotic arm, which moves… Continue reading New Open Source WAAM Framework Could Reducing Costs of Robotic 3D Printing
AI-Driven Polymer Discovery Improved by New Research
AI is being used to identify new, powerful polymers for 3D printing.
New AI-Powered Technique Enhances 3D Scans by Accurately Filling Missing Data
Researchers have developed a powerful new method for hole-filling for incomplete 3D scans.
New 3D Printed Blood Vessels Could Transform Heart Bypass Operations
Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have developed a method of 3D printing blood vessels.
Slice-100K: How a New Dataset Could Revolutionize AI in 3D Printing
Researchers have developed “Slice-100K”, a dataset that could enable much more AI use in 3D printing.
New Study Shows Enhanced Concrete Strength for 3D Printing Using Cellulose Nanofibrils
New research has shown a method to greatly increase the strength of 3D printed concrete.
New 3D Printing Guidelines aim to Improve Lattice Designs
Novel design parameter dubbed “enhancement factor” helps minimize structural defects.
Key Insights from Prusa Research’s 2023 Sustainability Report
Prusa Research recently issued their annual Sustainability Report. Let’s take a look through it and see what we can learn.
Researchers Develop Voxelated Bioprinting Technology
New research shows a method of performing voxelated bioprinting. Hold on, what does that mean? Voxelated printing is a somewhat rare capability implemented only in certain 3D printing processes. The idea is to control the specific material by location in the object. Just as a 2D image is made from pixels, a 3D object can… Continue reading Researchers Develop Voxelated Bioprinting Technology
New Research Sheds Light on the Complexities of Ice 3D Printing:
Ice 3D printing has been explored by researchers, and it’s far more complex than one may think.
AN3DP: Adaptive Nozzle Changes Diameter On-the-Fly
Researchers have developed an unusual “adaptive nozzle” for 3D printing.
Researchers Develop New Multi-Material Manufacturing Technique
The Freeform Multi-material Assembly Process from the University of Missouri enables the production of complex devices with materials including plastics, metals, and semiconductors.
Innovative Method Enables Room Temperature 3D Microprinting of Nickel
A new study has developed a method of 3D micro printing of nickel material at room temperature.
VoxelMatters Unveils Unique 3D Printing Market Study Focused on Consumer Products
Our friends at VoxelMatters have developed a very different market study for 3D printing.
Introducing QuickCurve: The Slightly Nonplanar 3D Printing Slicer
I’m reading about QuickCurve, an experimental nonplanar 3D print slicer.
Study Reveals FFF 3D Prints Can Be Food Safe with Proper Cleaning
Is 3D printing actually food safe? A study turns conventional thinking upside down.
AMGPT: Experimental AI System for Metal 3D Printer Operators
AMGPT is an experimental large language model that can help metal 3D printer operators.
Cobra LIMIT3D vs. King Tour: A 3D Printed Golf Club Comparison
We tested Cobra’s new 3D printed golf club, the Cobra LIMIT3D.
Aniwaa’s Comprehensive 3D Printer Manufacturer Chart for 2024
Aniwaa released an updated comprehensive chart of known 3D printer manufacturers.
Engineered Living Systems: Integrating Polymers with Living Cells for Innovative 3D Printing Materials
I’m reading about a new material category called “engineered living systems”, (ELiS), which involve integrating polymers with living cells.
#3DBenchy in Space: NASA Tests Volumetric Process in Weightless Environment
A report describes a NASA experiment to 3D print in space using a volumetric process.
ESA’s Experiment Proves Feasibility of Metal 3D Printing in Weightless Conditions
There’s metal 3D printing taking place in space!
Chip-Based 3D Printing: Volumetric Printing With No Moving Parts
Researchers have developed an entirely different form of 3D printing they call “chip-based”.
UTA Explores 3D Printing Homes with Cork and Concrete
Led by Professor Shadi Nazarian, the research aims to provide affordable, sustainable, and resilient housing in rural Alaska.
“High Resolution” 3D Printer Resins Exposed: Do They Really Work?
An interesting video popped up, exposing the marketing buzz around “high resolution” 3D printer resins.
ORNL’s Electron-Beam 3D Printer Opens Tungsten Possibilities
Oak Ridge National Laboratory just did something amazing: 3D printed a complex object in tungsten.
Robotic Mobile 3D Printers Printing During Transit?
A new research paper proposes a design for an unusual “mobile 3D printer”.
New Algorithm Enhances Strength of Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printed Parts
Researchers have developed a new way to use continuous carbon fibers in 3D prints.
ORNL Researchers 3D Print Defect-Free Tungsten Components
Using internally developed EB-PBF technology for applications that can withstand extreme temperatures.
Innovative Non-Planar Slicing Method Using Neural Nets Promises Stronger 3D Prints
There’s a problem with most 3D print slicers, but new research shows an intriguing new approach based on neural nets.
What is the Most Popular 3D Model Repository?
After publishing “Alternatives to Thingiverse, 2024 Edition”, I wondered which printable 3D model repositories were most popular.
Robotic System Can Automatically Test Thousands of 3D Prints
Researchers have developed a “self driving lab”, which can automatically 3D print objects and test them.