Creality Showcases Multicolor 3D Printing with CFS and New Products at CES
Creality just completed the CES show in Las Vegas, and there were some interesting announcements of equipment and other programs.
Ups and Downs for 3D Printing in 2025
Well, it just happens to be the first day of the year. What might happen in the next 364 days?
byFlow Granted US Patent for 3D Chocolate Printer
byFlow, an Eindhoven-based 3D printing company, has received a US patent for its 3D chocolate printer.
End-of-Year Reflections: Rising Competition, Quality Standards, and Accessibility
My goodness, it’s the end of the year once again, and time for some reflection on the state of 3D printing.
From Soluble Supports to Smart Wash Systems: Xioneer’s 3D Print Post-Processing
I had a chat with the folks from Xioneer about their increasingly powerful post-processing solutions.
Affordable Full-Color 3D Printing? PolyDye Offers a DIY Solution
I’m looking at a new 3D print accessory project, PolyDye.
Toxic Kitchen Tools: The Hidden Dangers of Black Plastic Utensils?
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe uncover the health risks of black plastic utensils and explore safer alternatives, including cutting-edge 3D printing technologies.
Creality Launches 2024 Cloud Designer Awards with $15,000 Prize Pool
Creality has launched its annual Creality Cloud Designer Awards for 2024.
Hands on with Backflip.ai
Last week, Backflip’s AI-powered generative CAD system was revealed. We took it for a test drive.
E3D Expands Compatibility with Bambu Lab, Prusa, and Creality 3D Printers
E3D is going deep with upgrades for popular desktop 3D printers.
Sponsor News
Creality Showcases Multicolor 3D Printing with CFS and New Products at CES
Creality just completed the CES show in Las Vegas, and there were some interesting announcements of equipment and other programs.
Creality Launches Soleyin: Affordable Premium 3D Printer Filaments
Creality has launched a new brand: Soleyin. What is it? It’s the brand for a new line of 3D printer filaments produced by Creality. It seems that the company intends to…
Creality Launches 2024 Cloud Designer Awards with $15,000 Prize Pool
Creality has launched its annual Creality Cloud Designer Awards for 2024.
PCBWay Expands 3D Printing Services with Advanced PolyJet Technology
PCBWay introduced a new 3D print service using PolyJet technology.
FLSUN Black Friday Sale: The Fastest Desktop 3D Printers at Incredible Prices
There are many Black Friday deals on this week, but those from FLSUN are of particular interest.
Creality Launches K2 Plus Combo: High-Speed, Servo-Driven 3D Printing for Professionals
Today is the day Creality launches their long-anticipated K2 Plus Combo in their online store.
Creality’s Biggest Black Friday Sale Ever: Massive Discounts on 3D Printers, Scanners, and More
Our friends at Creality have quite a sale taking place on Black Friday. Black Friday sees plenty of deals for all items, and desktop 3D printers are among the more popular…
3D Printing with Chitu Systems’ Rainbow Filaments – Plus a Reader Discount
One of the hidden secrets in desktop 3D printing is the use of rainbow filaments.
FLSUN’s T1 Pro Beats Competitors in Speed, Cooling, and Affordability
FLSUN has released a new and economical ultra high speed 3D printer that seems to beat its competitors.
Research
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.
Corporate
Layoffs at ICON: Financial Troubles for a 3DCP Industry Leader?
ICON has laid off a large number of its staff.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 12, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
How Relativity Space’s Strategy Pivot May Affect Perception of 3D Printing
It seems that Relativity Space’s dreams of a 3D-printed rocket may be heading sideways.
Does Stratasys’ Patent Enforcement Signal a Threat to 3D Printing Innovation?
Does Stratasys really deserve the heat it’s getting for its Bambu Lab lawsuit?
Desktop Metal Challenges Nano Dimension and Markforged Merger in Latest Legal Battle
The plot thickens between Nano Dimension, Desktop Metal, and Markforged: another lawsuit has been filed.
Ideas
Understanding Thermal Runaway: A Critical Safety Feature for 3D Printers
I was reading about someone’s struggle with a thermal runaway and realized many new 3D printer operators may not have heard of the condition.
Ups and Downs for 3D Printing in 2025
Well, it just happens to be the first day of the year. What might happen in the next 364 days?
End-of-Year Reflections: Rising Competition, Quality Standards, and Accessibility
My goodness, it’s the end of the year once again, and time for some reflection on the state of 3D printing.
Lessons From 2024 and What Innovators and Engineers Can Expect From 2025
The task ahead is clear: cross-functional collaboration, systems interoperability, and business-digital strategy alignment.
Services
Novineer: Topology Optimization with Editable CAD Models
We had a chat with Novineer, a new company offering 3D generative design software. The Daytona-based company is quite new, having been founded in 2022 by Dr. Ali Tamijani and Dr.…
Exploring 3Dock’s Subscription-Based 3D Printing Solution
A German startup company has a unique method of delivering 3D print services: by subscription.
Creality Launches 2024 Cloud Designer Awards with $15,000 Prize Pool
Creality has launched its annual Creality Cloud Designer Awards for 2024.
Hands on with Backflip.ai
Last week, Backflip’s AI-powered generative CAD system was revealed. We took it for a test drive.
Usage
What’s on Tap? The Rise of Custom 3D Printed Tap Handles
Charles R. Goulding and Andrea Albanese explore how 3D printing is transforming the beverage industry with customizable and cost-effective tap handles.
Taking Flight: How 3D Printing and Hybrid Tech are Propelling the eVTOL Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the transformative synergy between eVTOL advancements and 3D printing, showcasing how companies like Archer, Zuri, and Anduril are shaping the future of aviation.
Coastruction is on a Mission to Save Coral Reefs with 3D Printing
Josine Beets, Coastruction’s Project & Business Development Manager, on restoring ecosystems, supporting clean energy and the future of the company.
Bridging the Gap to 2025: The Role of Innovation and Legislation in U.S. Farming
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into how the Farm Bill extension and 3D printing innovations are empowering the agricultural sector to adapt to shifting landscapes and consumer demands.