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More 3D Printers for More Spinal Implants

A medical device company is installing more metal 3D printers to focus on spinal implant manufacture.

Meeting Increased 3D Printing Vendor Compliance Cyber Security Requirements

Charles Goulding and Lara Tomiko of R&D Tax Savers discuss cyber security concerns in 3D printing.

3D Printing & the Boeing Supply Chain Slowdown

Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi of R&D Tax Savers discuss Boeing’s supply chain and the impact of 3D printing.

NASA Spins Off 3D Printing Technique

I’m reading about how NASA has been using 3D printing on their giant SLS rocket, and noticed they were using a technique we have not written about previously.

1,000 3D Printed Hearts

Henry Ford Health Systems has brought 3D printing into 1,000 patients’ cardiac treatments.

The 3D Printed Guitar That Rock Built

Or, rather, the 3D printed guitar that rock didn’t un-build: meet the smash-proof guitar.

NASA Tests Composite Overwrap 3D Printed Rocket Thruster

NASA has successfully tested an unusual rocket thruster made with 3D printing and a composite overwrap.

3D Printing versus Smartphone Security

Yes, 3D printed fingerprints can fool smartphone scanners. No, that shouldn’t keep you up at night.

3D Printer Safety: Adapting Your Home Workstation to Avoid Potential Hazards

Personal 3D printers are a (relatively) new introduction to the home interior. In a way, some might consider 3D printers a home appliance like an oven, sewing machine, or toaster.

The Lighting Industry, LRC, and the 3D Printing Industry Get Proactive

Charles Goulding and Rafaella July of R&D Tax Savers discuss 3D printing in the lighting industry.

Crafting a Skull Implant

A case study from Autodesk and Granta highlights the technologies put to use in crafting a personalized skull implant.

10 Million MJF Parts

Last year alone, HP’s Multi Jet Fusion technology was used to make more than 10 million parts.

Origami-Inspired Robot Gripper from MIT Adapts To Whatever It Holds

While humankind has made great strides in creating Terminator-like robotic appendages, we’re still a ways from an artificial arm that moves and acts precisely like a flesh-and-blood appendage.

Cleaning Up The Competition: 3D Printed Vacuum Cleaners

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine 3D printing put to use in vacuum cleaner design.

Luxexcel Donates 3D Printed Lenses To Children

Luxexcel has arranged to donate seventeen pairs of eyeglasses with 3D printed lenses.

Bugatti 3D Prints Classic Car for Kids

French sports car manufacturer Bugatti first made its mark on the world with the Bugatti Type 35 race car (“the Bugatti Baby”) in the early 20th century.

Some Clear Advice On How To 3D Print Food-Safe Items

I’ve just reviewed what seems to be the most comprehensive resource I’ve yet seen regarding 3D printing food safety.

Building Better Skyscrapers With 3D Printed Molds

A construction project in Brooklyn is leveraging 3D printing the very practical way.

Tokyo Restaurant To Feature Personalized 3D Printed Sushi

Clearly the 21st century is here, as a restaurant is now set to provide 3D printed customized sushi for curious diners.

Busses and Tractors to Receive 3D-Printed Spare Parts

One application primed for disruption by 3D printing technology is the production of spare parts.

3D Printing and a Shoe Called Susan

The Missing Link x Nike Air Max Susan celebrates whimsy and fashion — and 3D printing.

3D Printing to Shape the Skyline

A recent use case of 3D printing in construction shows a nice use of technology in raising a skyscraper.

The Right Fit 3D Printer for the Right Assistive Fit

Finding the right fit in tech is important for finding the right fit for patients.

3D Printing Saves The Day – In A Way You’d Never Think Of

Reddit user Toolaa describes an amazing approach to save a great deal of money by 3D printing.

How 3D Printing is Changing Music Forever

The technology of 3D printing has opened an entirely new, nearly limitless medium for instrument makers and artists.

Open Source Aids: Text to Braille Converter

Lumi Industries’ Text to Braille Converter is a heartening use of open source software.

Medical 3D Printing: Where Are We Now?

In 2015, market research firm Gartner projected that medical 3D printing would become the pioneering field that would drive additive manufacturing (AM) into the mainstream in two to five years.

Shims and 3D Printing: The Perfect Way to Seal In R&D Tax Credits

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the convergence of shims and 3D printing.

Race Cars and 3D Printers: A Love Story

Mac and cheese. Lucy and Ethel. Penn and Teller. Racing and 3D printing. Sometimes it’s just a good pairing.

A Ride with BigRep

Sometimes getting hands-on with a company means riding a bike around an exhibit floor.

Gaskets and 3D Printing: Joining Two Different Items for the Perfect Function

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss gaskets, 3D printing, and functionality.

Urban Design Project Invites Public to ‘3D Print (Their) City’ From Waste

With much of the world turning a newer, greener leaf, many people are finding ways to incorporate a “greener” lifestyle with 21st-century technologies.

The Best Number Of Components Is One

Orbex revealed their new 3D printed rocket engine.

Carbon Drives Digitally Manufactured Auto Parts with Lamborghini

Carbon continues to bring advanced 3D printing into play for end-use automotive parts, announcing a collaboration with Lamborghini.

Digital Manufacturing as a Game-Changer (When the Game is Football)

Carbon and Riddell have announced a partnership centering around customized 3D printed helmet liners.

3D Printing Puts History Back in Our Hands

Google Arts and Culture is using Stratasys’ 3D printing technology to accurately recreate ancient history.

Out-of-This-World 3D Printing for the Silver Screen

We get a look inside First Man’s use of 3D printing.

Carbon Introduces 3D-Printed Auto Parts for Ford

Ford Motor Company has been a long-time partner of Silicon Valley-based 3D printing firm Carbon.

Developments in Dental 3D Printing

Charles Goulding and Rafaella July discuss 3D printing in the dental industry.

3D Printing and Innovation in the Apparel Industry

Charles Goulding, Tyler Gianchetta, and Andressa Bonafe take a look at 3D printing in innovative apparel.

YouTube: Empowering You and 3D Printing

Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the role of YouTube in empowering those interested in exploring 3D printing.

FedEx and the Future of Logistics

3D printing is part of the FedEx vision of the future in logistics. But how much of that vision is still TBA.

Carbon, Ford, and Production Parts

Carbon and Ford have expanded their collaboration with a focus on end-use parts.

3D Printing and Smart Fabrics

Charles Goulding and Andressa Bonafe discuss innovations in smart fabrics that might be impacted by 3D printing.

3D Printed Labware Pushes the Boundaries of Scientific Innovation

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe examine the impact of 3D printing for lab equipment in scientific research.

New Partnership Moves Personalized Insoles to the Mainstream

Wiivv has partnered up with foot care leader Dr. Scholl’s.

Formlabs Focuses on Workflow at CES 2019

Formlabs is introducing two new resins this week at CES while showcasing end-to-end workflow with 3D printing.

A Giant, Festive 3D Printed LEGO Tractor

LEGOs have inspired generations of makers, and that hasn’t changed with exposure to 3D printers.

3D Printed Housings Help Track Vanishing Vultures

3D printed GPS housings are helping to track endangered vultures.

3D Printing for Improving Sports Safety

Charles R. Goulding, Preeti Sulibhavi and Lara Tomiko discuss sports safety advances with 3D printing.

A Next-Gen Face Mask Shows That CES 2019 is More for the 3D Printed Than the 3D Printer

A new 3D printed face mask is ready to debut at CES.

Space Launch Firms Utilize 3D Printing for Stellar Results

Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi of R&D Tax Savers discuss the use of 3D printing in space launches.

Rocket Lab Successfully Launches First NASA Mission with 3D-Printed Rocket

3D printing space transport company Rocket Lab has launched its first mission for NASA.

Cimon Is a 3D Printed Robot for Aiding Lonely Astronauts in Space

NASA’s International Space Station is currently exploring the benefits of A.I.

Automakers’ 3D Printing Dedication

3D printing is prominent in the automotive industry. Automakers are starting to lift the veil on the depth of their investments.

Johnson & Johnson’s Wide Range of 3D Printing Initiatives

Mellissa McIntyre and Preeti Sulibhavi of R&D Tax Savers examine J&J’s participation in the 3D printing industry.

3D Printed Reconstruction Techniques

A 3D printing technique was used to develop a 3D virtual model.

R&D Credits for 3D Printing in the Welding Industry

Welding is a critical process in the manufacturing and development of many essential fabricated products.

UK Rail Industry Getting a Handle on Obsolescence

As 3D printing continues to come into play for on-demand and spare parts manufacture, a new collaboration targets the UK rail industry.

New 3D Printing Application: Data Center Fixtures

I happened to bump into a new 3D printing application during a data center tour, and this could be big.

Whirlwind Growth in 3D Printing Replacement Home Appliance Parts

Digital inventory and on-demand manufacturing are changing the shape of the supply chain.

HVAC Innovations in 3D Printing

Charles Goulding and Tyler Gianchetta of R&D Tax Savers examine 3D printing in HVAC applications.

3D Printing Has Expanded into the Frozen Dessert Market

Charles Goulding and Ryan Donley of R&D Tax Savers examine delicious applications of 3D printing.

3D Printing Pumping New Life into Industry

Charles Goulding and Tyler Gianchetta of R&D Tax Savers explore pump and impeller applications for industrial 3D printing.

3D Printing Traditional and Modern Indian Jewelry

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi of R&D Tax Savers discuss the use of 3D printing in the creation of traditional and modern Indian jewelry.

3D Printing Aids Development of Mobile Phone-Based Medical Devices

If you’ve been following 3D printing for a while, you may have come across the name Aydogan Ozcan, who has been using the technology for some time at his UCLA lab.

Getting Your Bearings with 3D Printing

Charles Goulding and Tyler Gianchetta of R&D Tax Savers discuss the impact of 3D printing on bearings production.

Personalized Eyewear Celebrates Diversity of Faces

Another eyewear brand is launching built on the personalization capabilities of 3D technologies.

GEnx-2B Engines to Add Additive Manufacturing

Aviation is gaining another additive manufacturing installation.

An Illustration of 3D Printing Progress Challenges from the US Navy

The US Navy is now testing a 3D printed part on one of their carriers, and this shows the enormous hill 3D printing has yet to climb.

Trends in 3D Printing for Production; Addressing Challenges with Rize

Fabbaloo and Rize partnered on a webinar discussing Trends in 3D Printing for Production; Addressing Challenges with Rize.

In the Face of Climate Change: Saving Coral Reefs with 3D Printing

A combination of human activities has put a number of species of coral on both the endangered and threatened species lists, but as humanity as a whole eradicates these crucial creatures, some people are doing their part to try and restore coral populations around the world.