Modix announced a powerful new technology for their large-format 3D printers: Resin Infill Technology.
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Farsoon and AMRauch Certify New PPS Materials for High-Performance LBPF 3D Printing
Farsoon added two high temperature polymers to their extensive list of materials for LBPF 3D printing.
polySpectra Launches COR Zero Resin, Offering Manufacturing-Grade Strength for Home 3D Printers
polySpectra announced a new 3D printer resin that offers incredible strength.
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.
Tullomer Filament: Stronger and Lighter than Steel for Advanced 3D Printing
Iâm looking at an unusual filament from Z Polymers, Tullomer.
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.
Beyond PLA: Key Engineering Properties for Desktop FFF 3D Printing
Which engineering properties should concern desktop 3D printer operators?
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.
Robotic System Can Automatically Test Thousands of 3D Prints
Researchers have developed a âself driving labâ, which can automatically 3D print objects and test them.
Revolutionary GRX-810 Superalloy from NASA Now Licensed to Key Industry Partners
NASA has exclusively licensed a unique metal 3D print material to four partners.
How to Optimize Shot Peening Parameters to Enhance Fatigue Performance
New research systematically compares effects of different shot peening parameters, including surface roughness, residual stress and strain profiles.
ETH Zurich Develops Efficient 3D Printing Method for Large Structures
Researchers at ETH Zurich have developed a unique way to 3D print large structures using mathematics and robotics.
Breakthrough in Metal 3D Printing: NAMP Significantly Increases Part Strength
Researchers have developed a new metal 3D printing process that vastly increases the strength of 3D printed parts.
Microscale 3D Printing Strength Measured Accurately for the First Time
Thereâs been a breakthrough in the ability to properly measure the strength of microscopic 3D prints.
What are the Biggest Misconceptions About 3D Printing Today?
Clinging to outdated ideas about additive manufacturing puts you behind. Here are 5 3D printing myths worth busting.
Markforged Unveils Performance Advisor Automatically Strengthening 3D Printed Parts
Markforged announced a new software tool that automatically makes parts stronger.
Jabil’s PK 5000: A Cost-Effective, Chemically Resistant 3D Printing MaterialÂ
I had a chat with Jabil about their PK 5000 material.
Boosting Construction 3D Printing: The Impact of Graphene Oxide
Some intriguing research might enable far stronger construction 3D printing materials.
New Research Unlocks ‘Programming’ of Microstructures in Metal 3D Printing
Thereâs been a breakthrough in controlling the microstructures of metal 3D printed parts.
AIM3D and Create it REAL Partner on Voxelfill Strategy for Stronger Parts
Via the SlicEx slicing software and an integrated plugin for ExAM printers.
3D Printed Metal vs. CNC Milling: A Surprising Strength Analysis
A very surprising analysis of 3D printed metal versus CNC milling has been completed.
Cornell Research Reveals How to Improve 3D-Printed Alloys
High-energy X-rays shed light on how thermomechanical deformation creates localized microscale phenomena.
Real-Time Observation of Meltpool Behavior in Ceramic 3D Printing
A fascinating new research paper explores the complexities of 3D printing ceramic materials using the LPBF process.
Anisotropic Strength Achieved: Plasma Nozzle Promises to Transform FFF 3D Printing
A unique plasma nozzle could revolutionize FFF 3D printing.
New Metal 3D Printing Technique: Strengthening Parts with a Bimetallic Radial Approach
New research has developed an unusual and inexpensive way to dramatically strengthen metal 3D prints using a bimetallic radial approach.
Mechnano Introduces DâFunc to Reinforce Carbon Nanotube Materials
What could be an important development in materials occurred with an announcement from Mechnano.
Revolutionary 3D Printing Material Unveiled by University Student
A groundbreaking new 3D printing material has been developed by a university student, opening up a world of possibilities in the industry.
Is it Possible to 3D Print PLA Bicycle Pedals that Meet CEN Standards?
Researchers at Michigan Technological University have been testing whether itâs feasible to 3D print key bicycle parts using common PLA material.
Learn How Electroplating Can Strengthen 3D Printed Plastics
After our story about electroplating last week, we were contacted by RePliForm.
Create It Realâs Advanced Slicing Capabilities
Create It Real has been quietly getting their advanced slicing system out to industry partners.
Should Carbon Fiber be in All 3D Printer Filaments?
Carbon fiber is a more frequently seen material in 3D printing, but should it be in all materials?
Researchers Develop “Ultrastrong and Ductile” 3D Printable Alloy
Researchers at the University of Amherst and Georgia Institute of Technology have developed a unique metal alloy that could prove highly useful in additive manufacturing.
Ultimaker Cura 5.0 Beta Released
Ultimaker has released beta version 5.0 of their flagship software system, Ultimaker Cura.
NASA’s 3D Printed Metal Alloy Breakthrough
NASA announced the development of a powerful new metal alloy that will be of specific interest by the aerospace sector.
BREAKING: Markforged Acquires Teton Simulation
In a surprise announcement today, Markforged has acquired Teton Simulation.
BCN3D’s New VLM Process Could Change Resin 3D Printing
BCN3D announced an entirely new 3D printing process using resin, Viscous Lithography Manufacturing, or âVLMâ.
Markforged Introduces High Temperature Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printer
Markforged announced a new 3D printer, the FX20.
Putting The 3D In Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printing
Anisoprint is developing a very powerful approach for 3D printing continuous carbon fiber.
Stratasys Broadens Carbon Fiber Capabilities
Stratasys announced a new carbon fiber material for use in their F123 series 3D printers.
3D Printing Hiking Equipment
Charles R. Goulding and Peter Favata take a hike — with help from 3D printing.
Researchers Invent “Injection Printing” Method: 100% Infill, Every Time
Researchers from the University of Massachusetts have developed an unusual hybrid 3D printing process that both speeds and strengthens prints.
A Predictive Way To 3D Print Martensitic Steel
Researchers have found a way to predict the effectiveness of 3D printing martensitic steel.
Fortify Fortifies Additives For Additive Manufacturing
Fortify has introduced its Continuous Kinetic Mixing (CKM) system for enhanced photopolymer functionality.
Teton Simulation’s Smart Slice Tool Works!
Teton Simulation has now integrated their FEA algorithm directly into Ultimaker Cura, vastly simplifying and empowering 3D printing workflows.
Peak Testing For 3D Printed Parts
SolidEngineer CEO Björn Lindwall successfully scaled Mount Everest using 3D printed climbing gear and equipment, showing peak testing in real-world conditions.
Electrically Assisted 3D Printing
Researchers have developed an incredibly ingenious new method of 3D printing very strong structures using techniques analogous to nature.
3D Print Learning Series: Processing
This is an entry in our 3D Print Learning Series, focusing on 3D print processing.
3D Printing Metacrystals To Increase Strength
Researchers at Imperial College London and the University of Sheffield have developed a powerful technique to strengthen metal 3D prints.
An Unusual Method Strengthens 3D Prints
Adrian Bowyer proposes a very unusual approach for strengthening 3D printed parts: embedding voids.
Advanced 3D Printed Fiber Concept
A paper from the University of Surrey details a new materials concept, but perhaps this could be done with advanced 3D printers.
New LCP Concept Could Provide Ultra-Strong Filament
Iâm reading a paper describing a new way to 3D print with molecularly oriented liquid- crystal polymers.
IMTS 2018 Highlights Strong Realities in Additive Manufacturing
This yearâs IMTS doesnât just feel bigger than ever; itâs the biggest in the International Manufacturing Technology Showâs history.
Six Ways to Strengthen 3D Printed Parts
Some say 3D printed parts are not strong, but they can be made much stronger than you suspect.
Microwave Heating Method Strengthens 3D Printed Parts
Researchers have developed an interesting method for strengthening 3D printed parts by an application of microwaves.
Why Are Isotropic 3D Printed Parts Important?
A word you may be hearing more frequently in the world of 3D printing is âisotropicâ. Letâs look into what that means and the implications for 3D printing.