I keep reading posts asking “how to price a 3D print job”, so let’s answer this question.
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3YOURMIND Partners with US Army to Digitize Inventory for M113 Armored Vehicle Parts
3YOURMIND struck an interesting deal with the US Army.
Innovative Non-Planar Slicing Method Using Neural Nets Promises Stronger 3D Prints
There’s a problem with most 3D print slicers, but new research shows an intriguing new approach based on neural nets.
Design of the Week: OpenSCAD Elephant
This week’s selection is the OpenSCAD Elephant by MakerWorld contributor edisadilovic, who is fully blind.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 26, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Recent Innovations and Challenges in the Appliance Industry and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore the transformative shifts in the appliance industry, from recalls to sustainable innovations.
Nozzle Wear in FFF 3D Printers: Understanding the Impact of Stronger Materials
Let’s talk about nozzle wear on FFF 3D printers.
Upgrade Alert: Mango3D’s Latest Lychee Slicer Enhances Performance and Usability
Mango3D announced a new version of their Lychee Slicer.
Readily3D and BIO INX Launch READYGEL INX for Volumetric 3D Printers
What could be the first commercial material for volumetric 3D printers has just been announced.
What is the Most Popular 3D Model Repository?
After publishing “Alternatives to Thingiverse, 2024 Edition”, I wondered which printable 3D model repositories were most popular.
Robotic System Can Automatically Test Thousands of 3D Prints
Researchers have developed a “self driving lab”, which can automatically 3D print objects and test them.
Autodesk AI Acquisition Hints at Future 3D Strategy
Autodesk acquired AI-powered Wonder Dynamics, suggesting they may be on the prowl for additional AI acquisitions.
Saying No to Defense Contracts and 3D Printing: Navigating Risks in a Changing Landscape
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the intricate landscape of defense contracts amidst economic risks and legal complexities.
Alternatives to Thingiverse, 2024 Edition
There are many online sources for printable 3D content, but where are they?
Carbon’s AO Stack Triples the Output for M2 and M3 Printers
Carbon announced a new component to their AO Suite: AO Stack.
Turning Waste into Opportunity: 3D Printing and the Circular Economy
As technology advances, it has the potential to play a critical role in building a more sustainable future.
HP Silently Took the Fitstation Insole Platform Off the Market
The company continues to work directly with footwear brands such as Brooks and Superfeet.
Stifel and ASTRO America Fund 3D Printing for Defense
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the newly established and groundbreaking “AM Forward Critical Technologies SBIC” fund.
SPEE3D Unveils EMU: A Comprehensive 3D Printing Solution for Military Field Operations
SPEE3D announced something they call the EMU, or “Expeditionary Manufacturing Unit”.
New 3D Printing Material Sourced from Biodiesel Fuel Waste
A new form of 3D print material has been sourced from biodiesel fuel.
Advances in 3D Printed Drugs: Personalized Treatment and Controlled Release Mechanisms
A new research paper explores the idea of personalized 3D printed drugs.
Book of the Week: 3D Printing for Artists, Designers and Makers
This week’s selection is “3D Printing for Artists, Designers and Makers” by Stephen Hoskins.
Analyzing Desktop 3D Printer Trends: Bambu Lab, Prusa Research, Creality, Anycubic, and Elegoo
Which desktop 3D printer companies are getting the most attention? I decided to find out.
Hands on with the BENQ IdeaCam S1 Plus for 3D Printing
We recently tested the BENQ IdeaCam S1 Plus — for 3D printing.
Fully Recyclable Resin Developed by University of Birmingham Researchers
Researchers have developed a new type of resin for 3D printing that can be fully recycled.
Design of the Week: Ceramic House
This week’s selection is Ceramic House by Studio RAP.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 19, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Innovations in Golf: The Future of 3D Printing in Sports
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe discuss Steve Cohen’s advocacy for a 4-day workweek and his investments in golf technology.
BambuStudio’s Latest Update Includes Multi-Device 3D Printing and Enhanced Color Matching
Bambu Lab released a significant update to their Bambu Studio software.
Noztek’s Large-Format Conveyor Build Plate for Continuous 3D Printing
UK-based Noztek announced they’re developing a large-format conveyor-powered build plate for 3D printing.
Exploring FAAM, Field-Assisted Additive Manufacturing
A new research paper investigates a category of 3D printing I didn’t even realize existed: Field-assisted additive manufacturing, or FAAM.
What Software is Available for 3D Printing?
From beginner-friendly options to cloud-based collaborative CAD, these are some of the most popular software solutions for additive manufacturing.
Hands On With The Creality K1C 3D Printer, Part 3
Our review of the Creality K1C 3D Printer concludes with a look at software, print results and final thoughts.
Hands On With The Creality K1C 3D Printer, Part 2
Our review of the Creality K1C 3D Printer continues with a look at operations.
Hands On With The Creality K1C 3D Printer, Part 1
We were very privileged to be able to give the Creality K1C 3D Printer a thorough test. It’s quite an impressive Creality K1C 3D Printer that has many capabilities.
Creality Launches the HALOT-MAGE S Resin 3D Printer
Creality introduced the HALOT-MAGE S resin 3D printer today.
3D Scanning in Museums: Allowed or Not?
I’m reading a story from two years ago about a conflict regarding 3D scanning at museums.
OpenAI Unveils GPT-4o: AI with Implications for 3D Printing Technology
OpenAI made a series of important announcements yesterday, and hidden within them was something that has implications for 3D printing.
FieldFab by Craitor: A Rugged 3D Printer for Military and Field Operations
Today I’m looking at a 3D printer I haven’t seen previously, the FieldFab by Craitor.
Which 3D Printer Manufacturers Support America Makes?
America Makes has another 3D printer manufacturing member: Roboze. But which other companies participate?
Shapeways to Sell Software Assets: Major Shift in Company Strategy
Shapeways has apparently struck an agreement to sell its software assets, likely indicating a fundamental change to the company as we know it.
Book of the Week: Sculpting in ZBrush Made Simple
This week’s selection is “Sculpting in ZBrush Made Simple” by 3D artist Lukas Kutschera.
Speculations on Bambu Lab’s Next 3D Printer
There have been many hints of Bambu Lab nearing an announcement of a new 3D printer, but what could it be?
Zortrax Faces Financial Crisis: Restructuring Amid Competitive Pressures
There’s trouble at Zortrax, the Polish 3D printer manufacturer.
Filaments.ca Acquired by InkSmith: What This Means for Canadian 3D Printing
News from the 3D print material market in Canada: Filaments.ca has been acquired.
Design of the Week: M3 Bolt Sorter
This week’s selection is the Gridfinity M3 Bolt Sorter by MakerWorld contributor LayerLux3D.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 12, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Sintratec Shuts Down Operations After a Decade in the 3D Printing Industry
In a surprise announcement this week, Sintratec has ceased operations.
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.
GE Additive Transitions to Colibrium Additive, Retires Concept Laser and Arcam Brands
Somehow I missed this two weeks ago: GE Additive has rebranded.
Hands on With the Meshy.ai Text-to-3D Service
I’m looking at Meshy.ai, a new Text-to-3D service.
Boston Micro Fabrication Unveils Hybrid Resolution Micro 3D Printer
Boston Micro Fabrication introduced something quite unique: a hybrid resolution micro 3D printer.
New Study Simulates 3D Printing with UAV Swarms
A new research paper explores the concept of 3D printing using UAVs.
Creality’s New CoreXZ Ender-3 V3 Plus Offers Bigger, Faster 3D Printing
Creality announced another new 3D printer today: the Ender-3 V3 Plus.
Tethon 3D Launches Bison Bio, a New Bioprinter
Tethon 3D has released a bioprinter.
Makerverse Report Reveals Limited AI Adoption Among European Manufacturers
Makerverse has issued a report on AI intentions for European manufacturers.
Hydrogen Engines Race to the Finish Line with Help from 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Jacob Nolan examine recent investments and breakthroughs in hydrogen engine technology.
Guider 3 Ultra: Flashforge’s Latest 3D Printer Offers 24/7 Production Capabilities
Flashforge announced a new 3D printer: the Guider 3 Ultra.
SLM Solutions Rebrands as Nikon SLM Solutions NA, Inc.
SLM Solutions has changed their name.
Strategies for Mitigating Emissions in 3D Printing Operations
How bad, exactly, are the emissions from 3D printing?
Book of the Week: Fusion 360 for Makers
This week’s selection is “Fusion 360 for Makers” by Lydia Sloan Cline.
FFF 3D Printing: Can New Nozzle Technology Replace Resin Printers?
Do you need a resin 3D printer when FFF devices now approach similar levels of surface quality?
What to Consider Before Buying a 3D Printer for Your Child
Considering buying a 3D printer for your offspring? Here are some questions to ask.
Publicly Traded 3D Printing Companies: Who’s Really Making Money?
A bit of corporate 3D print company analysis today.
Design of the Week: Neanderthal Woman
This week’s selection is the Neanderthal Woman 3D model by researchers at the University of Cambridge.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 5, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Ukraine’s Homegrown 1 Million Unit Drone Industry Takes Flight With 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how grassroots initiatives in Ukraine are leveraging 3D printing to rapidly scale drone production.
Hands on With the Bambu Lab A1 Heat Bed Retrofit
I just completed the long-awaited Bambu Lab A1 heat bed retrofit project, and can tell you all about it.
Breaking Down Plastics with Bacteria: Could This Work For 3D Printing?
Researchers have developed a unique way to decompose specific plastics: with embedded bacteria.
Researchers Develop Rod-Based 3D Printing Process for Radial Objects
A new research paper proposes an unusual 3D printing process that uses a rod instead of a flat print plate.
Bambu Lab Teases Multicolor 3D Printer and Plans for Larger Devices in Recent AMA
Bambu Lab took to Reddit to perform an “Ask Me Anything” session. Did they reveal anything of interest?
Mantle and EOS Unveil New Materials for Enhanced Performance and Sustainability
Two companies announced new metal materials for their system in the past week.
Plasticity Blends Artistry with CAD in a User-Friendly 3D Modeling Tool
I’m looking at a new 3D modeling tool, Plasticity.
Elevating Aviation: The Future of Cabin Solutions Through 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Mellissa McIntyre discuss the partnership between Materialise NV, Stirling Dynamics and Proponent.
From TikTok to DJI: Could U.S. Scrutiny Extend to Chinese 3D Printer Manufacturers
I’m reading reports about the US banning certain Chinese companies, and thought about the implications for 3D printing.
Prusa Research Provides Details on the Much Improved MMU3
Prusa Research has published some interesting test results for their new MMU3 material switching accessory.
Improved Ceramic 3D Printing Inspection Using Supercontinuum Lasers
New research explores a method of inspecting ceramic 3D prints in a non-destructive manner.
Mexico’s Trade Triumph: A Catalyst for 3D Printing Evolution
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine Mexico overtaking China as the top trade partner of the U.S. and how it can spur 3D printing’s potential.
Question of the Week: Resurrecting the Kodak Portrait 3D Printer
This week’s question is regarding the now unsupported Kodak Portrait desktop 3D printer.
BMF’s UltraThineer Earns FDA Clearance for Cosmetic Veneers
Boston Micro Fabrication has received an important approval for a new material.
Introducing Force Controlled Printing: Real-Time Flow Adjustment for FFF 3D Printers
Researchers have developed a framework for continuously tuning flow control on FFF 3D printers.
Book of the Week: Sculpting the Blender Way
This week’s selection is “Sculpting the Blender Way” by Xury Greer.
Is Your Old 3D Printer Obsolete? Increasing Frustration with Outdated Models
Do you hate your desktop 3D printer? I’m thinking a growing number of operators think exactly that.
Stratasys Rolls Out HighDef Printing Upgrade for SAF 3D Printer Line
Stratasys launched a new 3D printer and at the same time increased the resolution on all their SAF 3D printers.
3DPFIX: A New AI Troubleshooting System Developed to Simplify 3D Printing for Novices
Researchers have developed a troubleshooting AI system for 3D print novices called “3DPFIX”.
Design of the Week: Solder Scroll
This week’s selection is the Solder Scroll by Printables contributor Victor.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, April 28, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Cómo la impresión 3D puede ayudar a impulsar el boom petrolero de América del Sur
Charles R. Goulding y Andressa Bonafe discuten cómo los países sudamericanos pueden aprovechar la tecnología de impresión 3D para fortalecer sus posiciones como jugadores emergentes en el mercado global de petróleo y gas.
How 3D Printing can Help Fuel the South America Oil Boom
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe discuss how South American countries can leverage 3D printing technology to bolster their positions as emerging players in the global oil and gas market.
Rice University Students Develop Affordable Metal 3D Printer Prototype Using Cold-Spray Technology
Students at Rice University have developed an incredibly inexpensive metal 3D printer prototype.
Virginia Tech Researchers Aim to Revolutionize Wind Turbine Sustainability Through 3D Printing
Researchers at Virginia Tech have taken on a big challenge: making wind turbines sustainable.
Researchers Develop System to Detect and Sanitize Steganography in 3D Models
Researchers have developed a method of cleaning 3D model files of hidden messages.
No More Kodak 3D Printing: Smart International Fades Away
It seems that another 3D printer manufacturer has faded away into the sunset.
Artec 3D Partners with Handicap International to Enhance Prosthetic Production in Rwanda
Artec 3D has been busy in Africa assisting an NGO working with handicapped patients.
Could Your Next Chair Be 3D Printed? Exploring the Viability of 3D Printing in Furniture Production
Could furniture be the next big application for 3D printing?