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.
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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.
What’s with All the 3D Printed Bottle Openers?
I recently realized nearly every bottle opener in my house is 3D printed.
Power Without Pain. Prosthetic Fit Critical to Cycling Championship
Recreational cyclists joke of biking their legs off after a hard ride.
Sculpteo’s 3D Printed Bike Project is an Inspiring Manufacturing Feat
The 3D printing revolution is well underway.
Dog Receives 3D Printed Skull Implant in Pioneering Surgery
Every dog has his day.
Formlabs’ Form Cell Strategy Working
Formlabs announced the installation of one of their new Form Cell systems at a health care provider, demonstrating the viability of their strategy.
Sculpteo Now 3D Printing Apartments
Sculpteo has made arrangements with a French property developer to 3D print selected apartments.
11,500 Unique 3D Printed Figurines
This is a bit old now, but I just noticed it this week: a company 3D printed thousands of 3D models for their conference attendees.
30,000 3D Printed Fuel Nozzles
Milestones are mounting in additive manufacturing, with production parts hitting new highs.
GE Transportation Jumps on the 3D Printing Train
A slew of transportation companies have discovered the potential of 3D printing for part production, including Deutsche Bahn, Siemens Mobility and Nederlandse Spoorwegen.
Carbon PA and the Strength of a Soft Touch
Roboze has been focused on strength in offerings, and its latest move highlights the strength of a soft touch.
New 3D Printing Application: Architectural Restoration
I’m reading an interesting case study about an application for 3D printing I’d not seen before: architectural restoration.
Rethinking Helmets
Helmets are imperative for head protection — but only when they work.
Are Lattices Becoming A Standard Build Feature?
More and more we’re seeing use of lattice structures in component design.
3D Printing for Maritime and O&G Spare Parts
Additive manufacturing and digital inventory solutions are impacting oil and gas, and maritime operations with a new joint industry project (JIP).
This Self-Taught Engineer Built His Own ‘Flying Car’ From Scratch
While multi-million dollar companies are trying to bring the flying car dream into the real world, one ambitious Filipino man has already beaten them to the punch.
Hope3D Hopes to Power Worthy 3D Printing Projects
A new non-profit venture hopes to unleash community 3D printing to power impactful initiatives.
Validity through Milestones
3D printing is still proving itself as a viable production technology.
Impressão 3D para a Proteção e Restauração de Acervos Históricos e Culturais
Charles Goulding e Andressa Bonafe, da R&D Tax Savers, discutem a impressão 3D e a restauração de artefatos.
Using 3D Printing Technology to Protect and Restore Museum and Library Collections
Charles Goulding and Andressa Bonafe of R&D Tax Savers discuss 3D printing and artifact restoration.
IKEA Settles into 3D Printing with Custom Butt-Fitted Stool
A fascinating arrangement between IKEA and UNYQ will produce custom fitted stools for gamers.
The Tale Behind the Tail: How 3D Scanning Helped Mr. Stubbs
Many people have heard the story of Mr. Stubbs, the tailless alligator that got a new tail (and a new lease on life) through the wonders of 3D printing.
Should You 3D Print or CNC Machine Your Prototypes?
When is it best to use 3D printing to create a prototype, and when is CNC machining a better choice?
“Biohackers” Design DIY 3D-Printed Chemical Reactor to Make Medicine at Home
A group of self-described “anarchist biohackers” has designed a lab reactor that people can make at home out of 3D-printed pieces and off-the-shelf parts
Metal 3D Printing Rises in Production: An Interview with Protolabs
As 3D printing, particularly metal, advances toward production, service providers are taking notice: an interview with Protolabs.
Ivaldi Group Validates 3D Printing Concept with Huge Client
Startup company Ivaldi Group announced a partnership with a new, large client that could prove their 3D printing concept works.
Bioprinting Breakthrough with 3D Printed Lung Component
Researchers at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs are developing a 3D printed lung, with some interesting implications.
3D-Printed Olli Pulls into University of Buffalo’s Autonomous Vehicle Program
Local Motors, a subsidiary of the recently established LM Industries, has officially delivered Olli, its 3D-printed electric vehicle (EV)
Has Rize Found Their Market?
I’m reading a white paper from Rize about using their equipment for medical uses, and perhaps they are on to something here.
More Industries Adopting 3D Printing Tech
For a long while, it seemed that only a few industries truly made use of 3D printing.
3D Printed Placenta Poised to Help Explain Organ Development
European researchers have 3D printed a simplified, organic model of the human placenta, and hope to use it for studying the organ’s development.
Lockheed Martin Sets Record for Giant 3D Printed Satellite Fuel Tank
Since its founding in 1995, Lockheed Martin has made a myriad of contributions to the aerospace industry with groundbreaking new technologies.
3D Printed Combustion Engines? Where Could This Lead To?
A student competition saw a demonstration of a 3D printed internal combustion engine.
3D Printing Can Solve Any Problem! Even Pizza!
3D printing technology has solved one of the oldest challenges.
Branch Technology Creates “Largest 3D-Printed Structure”
(Image courtesy of Branch Technology.)Branch Technology has erected what it claims is the world’s largest 3D-printed structure for Nashville, Tenn.’s OneC1TY neighborhood. Unveiled at the 2018 International Association for Shell and Spatial Structures this week, the structure strands at 20 feet tall and stretches 42 feet wide. Chattanooga, Tenn.-based firm is known for its unique… Continue reading Branch Technology Creates “Largest 3D-Printed Structure”
Bioprinter Preps for ISS to 3D Print Beating Heart Tissue
Space may be the final frontier, but to boldly go where no one has gone before will require the development of new technology that allows humans to travel farther into deep space.
Turning on an Entire Industry to 3D Printing With a Flying Car
There’s a very interesting story that’s slowly being told, industry after industry. This is one of them.
Mini Yours Customized: The Next Step In Car Customization
Car manufacturers are constantly exploring new technologies as a way to get ahead in the market.
HP’s Stephen Nigro Discusses Siemens’ Support of Full-Color 3D Printing
Among the news released at Siemens PLM Connection Americas 2018 was the announcement that HP Inc. and Siemens are expanding their existing partnership to add functionality for HP’s full-color 3D printing technology. To learn more about what this means within the larger context of HP’s Multi Jet Fusion (MJF), we spoke to Stephen Nigro, president… Continue reading HP’s Stephen Nigro Discusses Siemens’ Support of Full-Color 3D Printing
Project Milestone to Be First 3D Printed Residential Community
The New Story charity organization may have beaten them to the first punch
Audi Leverages Full-Color, Multi-Material 3D Printing for Tail Light Testing
The automotive industry is a long-time adopter of 3D printing technology for prototyping and design purposes.
Autophage Rockets: The Next Application for 3D Printing?
I’m reading a report on a new concept called “autophage” rockets, and suspect it could use an application of 3D printing.
Newcastle Scientists Just Created the World’s First 3D-Printed Cornea
Sufferers of corneal blindness due to burns, diseases, and other misfortunes can see the light once again
Additive Construction: From the 3D-Printed House to the 3D-Printed High-Rise
Additive manufacturing (AM) has begun to affect nearly every industry, from healthcare to aerospace, making it possible to create unique geometries with unique properties.
Arevo Looks to Take on Carbon Fiber 3D Printing with New Funding and CEO
The composites market is ripe for disruption, given the time, labor and cost required to produce composite parts.
Could 3D Printing Take Over The Footwear Industry?
An announcement from Materialise and HP got me thinking.
Six 3D Printing Companies Changing the Future of Humans in Space
As we head past atmospheric levels of CO2 beyond 410ppm and planetary temperatures 1.5C (2.7F) above preindustrial levels, some firms are looking to the stars for a new civilization and fresh business opportunities.
Deadpool’s Mask Shows There’s A Lot More To a Superhero Than Meets The Eye
They may look like sacks of latex over an overpaid actor, but superhero masks are the real star of any superhero movie.
3D Printed Tourniquets: A Signal of Future 3D Print Use?
An incredible story with a 3D printing angle took place last week.
Hybrid Metal 3D Printer from Made In Space Gets NASA Funding
The New Space space is heating up as an increasing number of private companies leverage 3D printing to push next-generation space technology.
PolyMaker’s Automotive Venture
3D print materials provider PolyMaker has struck a deal to help build a mostly-3D printed automobile.
Behind the Design: The Making of a Ginormous Overwatch Cosplay Costume
You may think creating cosplay costumes involves locking yourself up in a garage
Nike’s Flyprint: Is It Really 3D Printed?
Nike announced a new “3-D Printed” running shoe, but it seems a bit strange to me.
Airbus to Install First 3D-Printed Components into Aircraft Cabins
Airbus has been on a path to incorporate 3D printing into its aircraft as much as possible, leading to 3D-printed engine parts, cabin dividers and more.
Biodegradable 3D Printed Bone Implants
Bioprinters are typically used to 3D print soft tissue, but what about bones?
Making It Easier to Create 3D Printed Applications
3D printing technology is a wonder of the 21st century, but it’s still quite hard to create applications.
Upping The Boom on Hypersonics
The US Department of Defense has been using 3D printing in an unusual manner.
This 3D Printed House Could Change the Developing World
If you thought 3D printing an entire jet engine was a ambitious task, you aren’t thinking big enough… at least as far as size is concerned.
Volvo CE 3D Prints Spare Parts for Construction Equipment
Large construction companies like Caterpillar have learned that additive manufacturing (AM) provides a unique opportunity
Tooling: The Next Frontier
I’m seeing an increasing focus on tooling from multiple 3D printer manufacturers recently.
This is New: 3D Printed Fingerprints
I read of an unusual application of 3D printing involving fingertips.
The Ultimate Thing Has Occurred: 3D Printed Beer!
It’s not exactly 3D, but it is printing, and it is beer, and there are lessons for 3D printing companies.
They Are 3D Printing Embyros Now, Apparently
I’m reading a puzzling story on UK’s Daily Mirror that describes a company 3D printing embryo replicas.
Milestone: Longest 3D Print Achieved
Made In Space achieved a very important milestone: the longest 3D print yet made.
A Case of Using 3D Printers for a Completely Different Purpose
Sintratec published an interesting story of how one of their clients has been using their 3D printer in a very different manner.
And Now – 3D Printed Critical Aircraft Parts?
Aerospace has long been interested in 3D metal printing, but it seems a milestone may have been hit.
3D Printed Buildings: Do They Make Sense In Your Region?
A project in Dubai is to print habitable villas to be actually occupied by residents.
Fabric 3D Printing Craze Hits
There’s a bit of a craze underway with several people exploring the process of 3D printing on fabric.
Stratasys’ Prosthetic Venture
Stratasys announced a new partnership to help develop a fantastic 3D printed prosthetic, and it’s quite different from other ventures.
SweetYourWords Hits The Sweet Spot
A new food service based on 3D printing is about to launch: Sweet Your Words.
3D-Printed Meds: Better Living Through Chemistry or 3D Printing Novelty?
Leroy Cronin brought media attention to the concept of 3D-printed medications with a 2013 TED Talk discussing the topic.
Is It Finally Time for Personalized 3D Printing?
We’ve heard a lot about “personal” 3D printing in the past, but perhaps it’s time for “personalized” 3D printing.
Formlabs Gets Into Manufacturing in Three Ways
You couldn’t get a company farther from its roots than Formlabs has progressed.
Incase Partners with Carbon to 3D Print Protective Gear
It’s that time of year again, when the International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) engulfs Sin City like a human storm and attendees “ooh” and “ah” at the latest consumer technology.
Carbon’s Incredible Adidas 3D Printed Shoe is Now Purchasable
Today might be a bit of a milestone for 3D printing.
6 Latest 3D Printing Advancements in the Healthcare Domain
Technology has always been an inseparable part of the healthcare sector.
Winsun’s 3D Printed Bus Shelter
Winsun has been busy.
A Brilliant Idea: Programmable 3D Printed Cases
Carbon announced a new production application that has a stunning application: programmable protective cases.
GE Ideas Get Closer To Reality
Last week GE announced they’ve completed an actual test of their long-awaited new turboprop engine.
Get a Grip. 3D Printing Robot Fingers at ABB
Fused filament fabrication 3D printing processes such as those performed by Ultimaker machines allow for some incredibly functional end-use parts.
This 965-Part 3D Printed Jet Engine Actually Works
Count this one under one of the coolest engineering class projects, ever.
Create It Real’s Maritime Expedition
Denmark-based Create It Real has a new gig: maritime 3D printing.
3D Printed Prototypes Unleash Entirely New Industry
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a new inexpensive communication system using 3D printed prototypes.
Saving Big Bucks in the Automotive Industry with 3D Printing
In the early days, 3D printing was used almost exclusively for creating automotive prototypes for checking form and fit.
You Can Make This 3D Printed Electric Skateboard For Roughly $700
Let’s be honest: commuting sucks.
Nanoscribe’s Bioinspiration
Nanoscribe’s customers are leveraging the company’s powerful 3D printer to duplicate features found previously only in nature.
Relativity 3D Printing Entire Rockets
A new startup hopes to completely automate the building of rockets using 3D printing.
ASICS Bypasses 3D Printing with Microwave Method
Hold on there – Did ASICS just leapfrog Adidas by NOT using 3D printing?
3D Printed Tires Run Over Water!
YouTuber Simon Sörensen of RCLifeOn has posted an interesting video where he’s designed a 3D printed approach for driving on water.
Elon Musk Not Using 3D Printing As Much As Suspected
SpaceX’s Elon Musk executed an “Ask Me Anything” session this week on Reddit, and revealed something interesting about their 3D printing use.
Why Do the Marine Corps Want to 3D Print Drones?
3D-printed drones are a point of fascination within the United States military.
Arconic Talks Installing 3D-Printed Bracket on Series Production Commercial Airbus Airframe
Airbus is on a mission to 3D print as much of an aircraft as possible and it’s pulling in a number of aerospace manufacturers and additive manufacturing (AM) companies into its massive project.
MX3D Reveals First Section of 3D Printed Steel Bridge
Recently, we talked about MX3D getting all giant metal 3d printing robot on us and printing the 3D structures of the future.