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Industrial-Grade 3D Printing: The Builder Extreme 1500 Pro
The Builder Extreme 1500 Pro is an impressive industrial 3D printer.
What Is the Reality of 3D Printing Car Parts?
An interesting view of 3D printing from outside the industry.
Your Personal AI Design Assistant is Coming
Start warming up your vocal cords—natural language processing may soon change how engineers interact with design software.
Hands On With The LulzBot TAZ Sidekick 3D Printer, Part 3
Our hands on review of the LulzBot Sidekick 747 3D printer ends with a look at software, print results and final thoughts.
Hands On With The LulzBot TAZ Sidekick 3D Printer, Part 2
Our hands on review of the LulzBot Sidekick 747 3D printer continues with a look at setup, calibration and operations .
Hands On With The LulzBot TAZ Sidekick 3D Printer, Part 1
We’ve been testing a LulzBot Sidekick 747 3D printer for the last few months.
AM Lasers Will Never Be The Same
3DM’s unique approach to polymer L-PBF 3D printing enables users to adapt the laser’s frequency to each and every material, promising faster, higher quality parts.
BIG and ICON Joining Forces to Create a 3D Printing Neighborhood
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at an unprecedented 3D print project in Texas.
Revealing the Possibilities of Interaction-Free Quantum Cameras
What are the implications for 3D printing from the development of an interaction-free quantum camera?
Zero-Emission Steel Production: How Can Additive Manufacturing Assist?
A research paper on a future zero-emission steel future has implications for additive manufacturing.
Dubai’s 3D Printed Mosque: A Critical Analysis
Another high-profile 3D printing project is underway in Dubai, and I’m a bit suspicious.
Achieving Breakthroughs in Drug Discovery with 3D Bioprinting
Charles Goulding and Andressa Bonafé examine the state of bioprinting with a look at recent developments.
How Trilab is Benefitting from its Acquisition by Prusa Research
We had a chat with Trilab’s Michal Boháč to find out how the company has been doing.
Introducing the UltiMaker S7: A Notable Upgrade from the S5
UltiMaker announced a new 3D printer, the UltiMaker S7.
3D Printing: A Vital Component of Tulsa’s Advanced Mobility Strategy
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing could play a big role in a new strategy in Tulsa, Oklahoma.
Book of the Week: How to Invent Everything
This week’s selection is “How to Invent Everything: A Survival Guide for the Stranded Time Traveler” by Ryan North.
Join the TIPE 2023 Conference Tomorrow: 3D Printing and Additive Manufacturing Conference
Tomorrow is the opening of the TIPE 2023 conference. Are you attending?
How Hybrid CNC Metal 3D Printing Could Revolutionize Marine Operations
Marine use of 3D print technology should be booming, but it isn’t, at least not yet.
Investigating a Unique 3D Printing Technique on the International Space Station
An obscure experiment on board the International Space Station could be a path for a very unusual 3D printing technique.
Design of the Week: Hero Arm for Ukraine
This week’s selection is the Hero Arm by Open Bionics.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 22, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
How 3D Printing is Helping the Medtech Industry Overcome Supply Chain Challenges
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the surge in medical 3D prints after the pandemic.
Analyzing 3D Print Company Valuations: A 21-Month Review
I’ve been reviewing our weekly 3D print company valuation data, and have some interesting results to report.
Join Us at the TIPE 2023 Conference
Once again we are proud to sponsor the TIPE conference, now in its third iteration.
Unlocking a New World of Possibilities with RM-3DP Printing Technology
Researchers from Cambridge have developed a new form of 3D printing called Rotational multimaterial 3D printing, “RM-3DP”.
How The Right Tech And Partners Spelled Success For 3D-Printing Startup Anubis
When recession pressed his engineering consulting firm to pivot, Tharwat Fouad dismissed the hype and did his homework.
Could Rice 3D Printer Filament be the New Standard?
There could be rice 3D printer filament on the market soon.
Velo3D and FITTLE: How Equipment Financing Could Boost Adoption of Metal 3D Printing
Velo3D announced a new financing partner, and this could help increase use of metal 3D printing.
PEUGEOT INCEPTION CONCEPT Features 3D Printing on Textiles
Adoption of additive manufacturing at Stellantis Group continues to grow, this time via innovative 3DFashion technology from Stratasys.
Get Small & Complex Metal Parts with MetShape’s 3D Printing Services
MetShape is a different kind of 3D print service.
ADS’ US$65M Facility to Improve Water Management Solutions with 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how a drainage company could make use of 3D printing technology.
Could Desktop Resin 3D Printing be Affected by Regulations in the Future?
There could be a massive problem for desktop resin 3D Printing in the future.
Exploring Beyond the Box: Construction 3D Printing for Undersea Artificial Reefs
Almost all the buzz about construction 3D printing is about “printing homes”, but there’s more to the story.
Understanding the Growing Demand for Everyday Materials in 3D Printing
I had an interesting conversation with AddiFab recently, and it pointed out what might be a new trend in 3D printing.
Crafting with Cricut Maker and 3D Printers: Exploring the Possibilities
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi propose that a Cricut Maker could lead to increased interest in 3D printing, and personal fabrication in general.
Introducing AiSync: Ai Build’s Text-to-Slice Interface for Additive Manufacturing
Ai Build has introduced something quite amazing: AiSync.
Researching Unusual Materials? Try the Sygnis F-NIS 23151 3D Printer
Sygnis’ F-NIS 23151 is a very unusual 3D printer, and not just because of its cryptic name.
Haddy: The New 3D Printed Furniture Startup
A new 3D print-based furniture venture has launched: Haddy.
Book of the Week: Cracking Creativity
This week’s selection is “Cracking Creativity: The Secrets of Creative Genius” by Michael Michalko.
Can Your 3D Printed Artwork Last 52,000 Years?
Researchers have analyzed the long-term durability of the most commonly 3D printed materials, PLA and ABS.
MX3D: From Early Development to the Production Stage
What’s up with MX3D? We had a chat with them.
Examining 3D Printer Prices: Are They Increasing or Decreasing?
Are 3D printer prices rising or falling? It’s not an easy question to answer.
Design of the Week: Denture Bit Holder
This week’s selection is the fascinating Denture Bit Holder With Magnets by Printables contributor iplop.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 15, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
What to Expect from 3D Printing in 2023: Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate’s Predictions
Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate have some thoughts about what might transpire in the world of 3D printing in 2023.
Question of the Week: 3D Printing a Zinc House Ornament
This week’s question is all about how to 3D print an enormous metal house ornament.
Essentium’s HSE 240 HT: The Easy-to-Install High Temperature 3D Printer
Essentium expects to launch a new high temperature 3D printer later this year, but there’s an interesting difference with this device.
Leveraging 3D Printing with Johnson & Johnson’s Acquisition of Abiomed
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi suggest increased use of 3D printing Johnson & Johnson.
3D Scanning for Everyone? Not Yet
Polycam falls short in reality capture of detailed parts.
Don’t Miss Out: Learn from Industry Experts at the TIPE Conference
In its 3rd year, more than 2,000 attendees are anticipated to be part of the free, premier virtual additive manufacturing event of the year!
Innovative 3D Printing Method Uses Liquid in Liquid Medium
Researchers from the University of Calgary have developed a “liquid in liquid” 3D printing material.
What CASTOR’s Report Reveals About 3D Printed Part Sustainability
CASTOR has released a report on 3D printed part sustainability, and it has some interesting reveals.
3D Printing for Esports: Improving Performance and Health
Charles R. Goulding and Warren Buzzell look at the innovations in 3D printing that have assisted esports.
BeeHex Is Developing a Way to 3D Print Food From Plastic
We haven’t written about BeeHex for quite some time, but it turns out they’ve been developing an unusual food 3D printing technology involving plastics.
New Research Paper Explores 3D Printing Copper and Steel Within the Same Job
A new research paper describes a method of 3D printing copper and steel within the same job.
CEAD Builds 36 Meter Long Mega II 3D Printer for Al Seer Marine
The multi-robot rail system is now the largest polymer 3D printer in the world
Enhance Quality Control and Inventory Management with Replique’s RSure
Replique doesn’t make 3D printers, but they do make software that helps use them in a much more sophisticated manner.
An Immigrant’s Dream: Thomas Zacharia’s 35 Years at ORNL
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a change at ORNL.
Anisoprint: Adapting and Overcoming Challenges to Deliver Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printing
Anisoprint continues to grow through a series of challenges.
Overcoming Outgassing and Weight Challenges with 3D Printing for Space Applications
If you think 3D printing mechanical parts is tricky, try making parts for space applications.
Learn How Tecnica’s HDLS 3D Printing System Delivers IT Grade 13 Accuracy
We’ve learned more about Tecnica’s upcoming powder-sintering 3D printer that is very different from existing SLS technology.
Book of the Week: Hit Makers
This week’s selection is “Hit Makers: How to Succeed in an Age of Distraction” by Derek Thompson.
What to Consider When Choosing a 3D Printer Nozzle
What are the properties of 3D printer nozzles, and what do they mean?
WAGO Adopts Innovative 3D Print Strategy for their Electronics Business
WAGO has adopted a fascinating 3D print strategy for their electronics business.
Thought 3D Expands Capabilities of Drywise In-line Filament Storage System
Thought 3D has been expanding the capabilities of their Drywise system.
Design of the Week: Print-in-Place Armored Vehicle
This week’s selection is the Print-in-Place Armored Vehicle by Matthew of Whopper Printing.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 8, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Exploring the Role of 3D Printing and Robotics in Japan’s Manufacturing Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the incredible developments in 3D printing and robotics that have taken place in Japan.
Prusa Research Nears Release of the Original Prusa XL 3D Printer
Prusa Research is nearing release of their critical Original Prusa XL 3D printer, and it’s a critical step for the Czech company.
Introducing SprutCAM P3D: The 3D Slicer for Robotic Systems
SprutCAM’s P3D slicer offers full robotic 6-axis slicing of 3D models.
How Can 3D Printing Help Ukraine’s Railways?
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how several 3D print technologies and companies could aid the efforts in Ukraine.
Predators Behind Bars: A Story of Bicycle Aerodynamics and Manufacturing
Predator Cycling introduces carbon fiber custom fitted bicycle bar extensions.
Revolutionary Centrifugal Manufacturing Process for 3D Printing Resin
Researchers have developed a new way to 3D print resin in multiple materials using centrifugal force.
Understanding the Diverse Markets of 3D Printing: Why Some Products Don’t Make Sense
I’ve noticed a troubling trend in 3D printing in recent times: unwarranted criticism of alternative technologies, but there’s a reason why it’s happening.
Yizumi’s SpaceA: A Robotic 3D Printer For Continuous Production of Polymer Parts
Yizumi’s SpaceA industrial 3D printer combines several technologies into an interesting package.
Aidro’s Digital Lab Supplies 3D Printed Parts to Leonardo Helicopters
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi see much 3D printing from a new US military contract.
SmartZavod Takes on a Lifesaving Mission in the Midst of War
A 3D print entrepreneur faces huge challenges in Ukraine, and has launched an important initiative.
Formlabs Introduces Automation Ecosystem for 3D Printing
Formlabs today announced an automated manufacturing system that leverages their 3D print technology.
A Look at the UP600 3D Printer from Tiertime: Features, Benefits, and More
We had a look at Tiertime’s biggest 3D printer, the UP600.
Caracol’s All-Encompassing Offering Makes LFAM Easier Than Ever Before
Caracol’s offering makes LFAM easier than ever with the introduction of two new major innovations – the High Flow Extruder and the Automatic Printing Bed.
How 3D Printing Is Helping Ukraine Rebuild Its Power Infrastructure
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at several companies that could use 3D printing to assist reconstruction in Ukraine.
RePPA: A Game Changer for Resin 3D Printer Post-Processing and IPA Recycling
A company has launched an accessory to post process resin 3D prints and recycle the solvent!
META Acquires Luxexcel: What Does This Mean for 3D Printing?
META recently purchased a well-known 3D print company, Luxexcel. What does this mean?
What Happened to the Huge 3D Printer Presence at CES?
Who’s going to CES 2023? We’re not.
Book of the Week: A Victorian Handbook of Mechanical Movements
This week’s selection is “A Victorian Handbook of Mechanical Movements” by Thomas Walter Barber.
My Anti-Predictions for 2023: What Won’t Happen in the Coming Year
It’s the beginning of a new year, and it’s time for predictions. Anti-predictions, actually.
Meet Ermaksan: Turkey’s Innovative 3D Printer Manufacturer
Ermaksan is a 3D printer manufacturer you may not have heard of previously.
Design of the Week: Titanium Bike Handlebars
This week’s selection are the incredible titanium 3D printed bike handlebars by MYTHOS.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 1, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
2022: A Look At The Top 10 3D Printing Developments
Charles R. Goulding and Valentina Alzate countdown their top ten 3D print developments for 2022.
Thoughts on 3D Printing In 2022
At the close of the year, it’s time to reflect on what just happened.
New AM Materials Round Up, December 30, 2022
Several new AM materials were announced in past weeks.
Create Unique Avatar Merchandise with 3D Printing Technology
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi propose some 3D printing for the Avatar franchise.
Big Deal: Hexagon Gives Czinger Supercar a $100 Million Turbo Boost
Divergent Technology gets an investment from Hexagon AB.