I’m reading a story from two years ago about a conflict regarding 3D scanning at museums.
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Growing IP Challenges in 3D Model Repositories Prompt Need for New Solutions
I’m seeing a growing issue with 3D model repositories that likely isn’t going to go away anytime soon.
Stratasys Makes a Strategic Move Towards Continuous Carbon Fiber Printing
What are the implications of Stratasys’ recent acquisition of Arevo’s technology?
Yet Another Advantage for Low Volume Manufacturing with 3D Printing
I’ve learned of another advantage to manufacturing using 3D printing that I hadn’t considered.
Don’t Buy These Marvelous 3D Models
I’m looking at a rather suspicious 3D model collection offer.
Cosmo Wenman’s 3D Scanning Case Against Musée Rodin
If there’s one person that’s shaking up the world of 3D scanning, it’s Cosmo Wenman.
BuildBee’s Thoughts On 3D Intellectual Property
We had a chat with Matthew Griffiths, CTO of BuildBee about 3D model intellectual property.
Kickstarter Refunds 3D Scanner Contributions
According to a court document, Kickstarter will begin refunding backers of Creality’s latest 3D scanner project.
Honda’s 3D Model Takedown is Annoying, But Not Surprising
Printables has been forced to de-list dozens of 3D models referencing “Honda”.
Artec 3D Launches Intellectual Property Lawsuit
News broke about a lawsuit filed by Artec 3D regarding the intellectual property of their software suite.
E3D-Online Adjusts IP Policy For Revo
E3D-Online clarified their position on use of their Revo hot end design.
Tethon 3D Obtains Key Ceramic 3D Printing Patent
Tethon 3D obtained a patent for a key 3D printing feature in the resin process.
3D Printing And NFTs: Part 2, The Solution?
Could NFTs — Non Fungible Tokens — resolve key issues in 3D printing? How could this work?
3D Printing And NFTs: Part 1, The Problem
Could NFTs — Non Fungible Tokens — resolve key issues in 3D printing? What problems would they solve?
3D Printing and the Law
We’re going to take a look at a few key ways in which the law can impact 3D printing.
Much More On The World Of Tanks Thingiverse Incident
We recently published a story on an incident that caused many 3D models on Thingiverse to be removed. Now, we know a lot more.
Significant Purge of Thingiverse This Week
Thingiverse has dropped a number of 3D models from its repository, according to multiple reports.
Authenticity, Traceability, and Supply Chain Integrity
Digital supply chains and digital manufacturing solutions are on the rise — and real success will depend on intellectual property management.
IP, Law Enforcement, and 3D Printing: Interview with John Hornick
Understanding the capabilities and legalities of 3D printing is a complex undertaking: lawyer John F. Hornick weighs in on today’s realities.
LEO Lane CEO Discusses Quantity and Quality Control for Digital Inventory
Digital inventory is rapidly enabling more agile solutions for the global supply chain; at the same time, it creates additional concerns.
The Legalities of 3D Printing
As 3D printing continues to see adoption in industry, legal implications must be kept in mind: we speak to Elizabeth (Beth) D. Ferrill of IP law firm Finnegan.