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From Blue Water to Blueprints: The Coast Guard’s Tech Revolution Begins

Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito tred uncharted waters on how the One Big Beautiful Bill is reshaping the Coast Guard with historic funding and cutting-edge 3D printing technology.

10 Creative and Practical Ways to Deal with 3D Printer Poop

What exactly do you do with all that 3D printer poop that’s accumulating in your workshop?

KAMIC Develops Rapid 3D Print Process for High-Strength Titanium Pressure Vessels

Researchers have been able to produce an extremely strong 3D-printed titanium pressure vessel.

Only Games and Shop3D.io Produce Over 1M 3D Printed Parts in Three Months

The acquisition of 3DC by MyMiniFactory is paying off.

Levi Strauss & Co.: How the Iconic American Company Continues to Flourish Almost 200 Years After its Inception

Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito explain how Levi Strauss & Co. is beating tariff pressure with smart tech, sharp strategy, and a denim game stronger than ever.

FibreSeeker 3 Brings Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printing to the Personal Desktop Market

After several months of waiting, they’ve finally announced FibreSeeker, the first personal continuous carbon fibre 3D printer.

Bambu Lab Expands into Engineering Materials Market as Stratasys Lawsuit Continues

The announcement of the Bambu Lab H2D Pro might have something to do with the Stratasys lawsuit.

Mixing Moon Dust with PEEK Could Reduce Warping and Improve 3D Printed Part Strength

Researchers have been experimenting with mixing lunar regolith with PEEK for 3D printing.

The BIG, New, Beautiful Tax Bill and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi unpack the overlooked tax credits fueling innovation at the intersection of 3D printing and intelligent automation.

BambuStudio Now Integrates Helio Additive Simulation for Optimized 3D Print Quality

What could be the biggest news of the week just happened: BambuStudio now integrates with Helio Additive.

Clura Open-Source 3D Printer Enclosure Offers Modularity, Air Filtration, and Smart Features

Need an enclosure for your desktop 3D printer? Consider Clura.

SOLIDWORKS Partners Criticize Mandatory Revenue Share and Sales Disclosure Requirements

Some controversy is brewing over a recent decision by Dassault Systèmes.

Vanderbilt’s Budget Crunch: Cutting Costs, Not Innovation

Charles R. Goulding and Jacob Nolan show how VUMC is navigating layoffs by investing in smart labs, personalized medicine, and AI-driven diagnostics.

Bambu Lab Launches H2D Pro with Expanded Material Support

Surprise! Bambu Lab announced a new 3D printer today, the H2D Pro.

Gyroid Infill Strength Proven: Researchers Develop Formula for Density-Based Performance

The gyroid infill pattern turns out to be the best infill pattern of them all.

Researchers Use Metal 3D Printing to Develop Shelf-Stable Bacteria-Powered Battery

Researchers have used metal 3D printing to unlock a new method to create and store energy in a “bacteria battery”.

Design of the Week: Electric Thruster Fin for Paddle Board

This week’s selection is the Electric Thruster Fin for Paddle Board by Printables contributor Christian_114659.

Which 3D print company is the biggest this week? [Image by Stefan Keller from Pixabay]

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 10, 2025

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

Public Transport Going Green: How Electric Ferries and 3D Printing Are Transforming the World

Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito uncover how electric and hydrofoil ferries are silently reshaping global transit—powered by batteries, boosted by 3D printing, and backed by a wave of innovation.

Elegoo Launches $1M Creator Fund to Reward Original Designs on Nexprint Platform

Elegoo announced a US$1M fund to reward creators on their Nexprint 3D model site.

Video Demonstrates Three Effective Methods to Achieve Mirror Finish on FFF 3D Prints

A new video shows several ways to achieve a mirror finish on an FFF 3D print.

Truck Titans Join Forces: The Toyota-Daimler Alliance Fuels a New Era in Mobility

Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe take you on a journey to discover how the landmark Daimler-Toyota truck merger, fueled by hydrogen ambitions and 3D printing innovation, is poised to redefine the future of global commercial vehicles.

Real-World Outdoor Filament Test Launched to Evaluate 3D Print Material Durability

A 3D printer operator is undertaking a long-term filament endurance test.

Desktop 3D Printing Enters a New Poop-Free Era

It was a quiet moment, but I believe a significant shift in desktop 3D printing occurred last week.

Formlabs FUSE 1+ Used to Produce Metal Parts with ColdMetalFusion Feedstock

Formlabs equipment can print metal objects? Apparently, so.

Frozen Frontiers, Digital Blueprints: Aker Arctic’s Race to Redesign the Polar Fleet

Preeti Sulibhavi and Jacob T. Nolan explore how Aker Arctic’s cutting-edge 3D design and engineering are reshaping the global race to dominate the polar seas.

Elegoo Launches Nexprint, a 3D Model Sharing Platform for Its Printer Ecosystem

Elegoo has launched Nexprint, their online 3D model repository.

SALTGATOR Offers Fast Part Production Using 3D Printed Molds and Soft Gel Materials

The SALTGATOR is not a 3D printer, but it’s something 3D printer operators might consider.

New 3D Printing Workflow Enables Non-Profits to Create Custom Gratitude Items

There’s a new and interesting 3D print application deployed by Recognize Good.

New Energy-Efficient Building Wall Technologies Are 3D Printed

Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito showcase how groundbreaking 3D printing technologies like ORNL’s SkyBAAM and EMPOWER wall are redefining building energy efficiency and reshaping the future of sustainable construction.

Why Bambu Lab Introduced Crowdfunding on MakerWorld

Bambu Lab’s new crowdfunding feature offers a lot of potential for makers, but why introduce it?

WASP Unveils Shamballa, an Eight-Hectare Site for Eco-Sustainable 3D Printed Construction

WASP announced a new project called “Shamballa”.

While Larger Players Struggle, Others DemonstratesSustainable Growth in 3D Printing Market

The news is not all bad in the corporate world of 3D printing.

From Hanoi to Hard Hats: How the U.S.–Vietnam Trade Deal Supercharges 3D Printing Innovation

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi continue to monitor how trade developments like the U.S.-Vietnam agreement shape the future of additive manufacturing, global logistics, and business innovation.

Specialized Filaments Emerge for 3D Printing Airless Basketballs

There are now 3D printer filaments designed for specific applications.

i.materialise to Cease Orders by October 31 as Materialise Consolidates 3D Print Services

Materialise seems to be shutting down i.materialise.

3MF Format Achieves ISO Standard Status, Paving Way for Broader 3D Printing Adoption

There’s been a bit of a milestone achieved this past week: 3MF has been declared an official ISO standard.

Design of the Week: Ozzy Bust

This week’s selection is the Ozzy Bust by MakerWorld contributor _JkJk_.

Which 3D print company is the biggest this week? [Image by Stefan Keller from Pixabay]

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 3, 2025

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

Why North Carolina Is the New Powerhouse of Aerospace Manufacturing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover how North Carolina’s booming aerospace sector—powered by giants like GE, Lockheed Martin, and Pratt & Whitney—is using 3D printing to reshape defense, design, and manufacturing.

MakerWorld Has Two Versions—And They Don’t Share the Same 3D Models

Did you know there’s an alternate universe version of MakerWorld?

Why 3D Print Waste Remains Unrecyclable

There are multiple difficult barriers to effective 3D print recycling.

U.S.–Korea Trade Deal: A Game-Changer for 3D Printing in the Korean Industry

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi study how the newly signed U.S.–Korea trade treaty unlocks major opportunities for Korean manufacturers like Hyundai, Hanwha, and Samsung to bypass import tariffs by leveraging their 3D printing capabilities in the U.S.

Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 4

Our test of the new Creality Hi Combo multicolor 3D printer concludes with final thoughts. This is part four of a four-part series, please read parts one, two and three. Creality Hi Combo Final Thoughts The Creality Hi Combo was packaged very well for shipping, and the QR code on an inner box flap was… Continue reading Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 4

Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 3

Our review of the new Creality Hi Combo multicolor 3D printer continues with print results. This is part three of a four-part series, please read parts one, two and four. Creality Hi Combo Print Results We finished off the sample coil of hyper filament by going through some typical test prints at a 0.2mm layer… Continue reading Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 3

Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 2

Our review of the new Creality Hi Combo multicolor 3D printer continues with setup, calibration, operations and software. This is part two of a four-part series, please read parts one, three and four. Creality Hi Combo Setup and Calibration Initial setup of the printer was very easy, and the touchscreen walked us through all the… Continue reading Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 2

Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 1

We’re testing the new Creality Hi Combo multicolor 3D printer. This is part one of a four-part series, please read parts two, three and four. Creality Hi Combo Background Shenzhen Creality 3D Technology Co., Ltd., better known as Creality, is one of the leading brands of desktop 3D printers, established in 2014. Creality is known… Continue reading Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 1

The Additive Edge: Howmet’s Role in Reinventing Aerospace Manufacturing

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe explore how Howmet Aerospace is using additive manufacturing and strategic innovation to cement its dominance in the high-stakes world of aerospace engineering.

Snapmaker U1 Launches at $679, Bringing Affordable Toolchanging 3D Printing to Hobbyists

After only a couple of weeks, Snapmaker has set the pricing for their low-cost toolchanging 3D printer, the U1.

New DIY Method Combines TPU and Aluminum Wire for Flexible, Poseable 3D Prints

A very interesting 3D printing technique using aluminum wire can be used by any 3D printer operator.

Could LAHB Be the Future of Sustainable 3D Print Filament?

Researchers have investigated the biodegradability of LAHB, a material that has properties of PLA and PHB.

Walmart, Warfare, and Weather: Inside AgEagle’s Multifaceted Drone Strategy

Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe examine how AgEagle, under the seasoned leadership of Bill Irby, is driving regulatory change, global drone adoption, and BVLOS readiness in the race for commercial and defense drone dominance.

Nano Dimension Confirms Desktop Metal Bankruptcy, Ending Struggling 3D Printing Venture

Nano Dimension announced its subsidiary, Desktop Metal, has filed for bankruptcy under chapter 11 of the US bankruptcy code.

Researchers Identify Optimal 3D-Printed Dome Design for Lunar Crater Habitats

Researchers have figured out the correct way to 3D print domes over lunar craters.

Authentise and Kform Partner to Launch DDNA Workflow Platform for Defense Manufacturing

Authentise announced an important partnership with Kform to develop “DDNA”.

The Westinghouse Nuclear Resurgence and 3D Printing

In this article, Charles R. Goulding and Anthony Palumbo underscore Westinghouse Electric Company’s nuclear industry resurgence, highlighting their strategic global reactor projects and pioneering use of additive manufacturing technologies.

Ankermake M5C Disappears from Website, Signaling End of Anker’s 3D Printing Venture

Another 3D printer manufacturer seems to have exited the business.

Fusion 360 Adds Mesh Texture Extrude Feature for Advanced Surface Detailing

Autodesk provided their usual monthly update to Fusion 360, and there were a couple of new features of interest.

New Enzyme Targets PET Plastics, Opening Path to Sustainable 3D Printing Materials

Researchers have developed a unique enzyme that can decompose PET material.

Design of the Week: Record Player Coaster Set

This week’s selection is the Record Player Coaster Set by Cults contributor flapjack3dcreations.

Which 3D print company is the biggest this week? [Image by Stefan Keller from Pixabay]

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 27, 2025

Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.

Hard Hats & Humanoids: The Unexpected Link Between Nasdaq and Plainview, NY

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi spotlight how a humanoid robot’s Nasdaq debut connects to a Long Island innovator blending robotics, 3D printing, and safety gear.

Polymaker Introduces PPS-GF20 Filament, a Cost-Effective Alternative to PEEK and PEI

Polymaker has released a new material that could shake up manufacturing.

BLT’s 2024 ESG Report Emphasizes Automation, Recycled Materials, and Corporate Integrity

Bright Laser has released its latest ESG report.

Supernova Clarifies Independence from BCN3D Amid Industry Rumors

Contrary to rumors you may have heard, Supernova is alive and well.

FOODres.AI 3D Printer Gives Food Waste New Life as Objects

A pair of MIT graduates have developed a fun and clever way to minimize the amount of food waste sent to the landfill.

As DJI Faces U.S. Ban, Could Bambu Lab Be the Next Target of Regulatory Scrutiny?

I’m increasingly concerned about the possibility of Bambu Lab products being banned in the US in years to come.

Stratasys and trinckle Partner to Bring fixtureMate Exclusively to GrabCAD Pro

Big news from trinckle: they’ve signed an exclusive agreement with Stratasys to include the tool in GrabCAD Pro.

PodoPrinter Acquisition Highlights Growing Demand for Application-Specific 3D Printing

PodoPrinter has been acquired.

Jamie Dimon’s Blunt Message to Europe and the Wake-Up Call for 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze Jamie Dimon’s stark warning about Europe’s economic slide and connect it to a critical inflection point in the continent’s 3D printing industry, marked by Trumpf’s exit and a call for renewed industrial strategy.

Bambu Lab’s Spool Design Quietly Becomes De Facto Standard in 3D Printing Industry

Has Bambu Lab won the filament spool format war?

AMFG Launches Sentinel AI to Automate PDF Analysis for AM Workflows

AMFG launched a new tool that shows how AI can add significant function to AM.

Researchers 3D Print Robotic Musculoskeletal Structures Using Single-Material Metamaterials

Researchers have developed a way to 3D print robotic musculoskeletal structures in a single material.

Forged in Tariffs: How 3D Printing Is Reinventing the Appliance Industry

In this article, Charles Goulding and Anthony Palumbo examine the Trump administration’s 2025 steel tariffs on imported appliance components, their effect on manufacturers and retailers, and how housing market trends are reshaping appliance demand, all while emphasizing additive manufacturing as a key to domestic supply resilience.