This is an entry in our 3D Print Learning Series, focusing on 3D print processing.
Kerry Stevenson
Kerry Stevenson, aka "General Fabb" has written over 8,000 stories on 3D printing at Fabbaloo since he launched the venture in 2007, with an intention to promote and grow the incredible technology of 3D printing across the world. So far, it seems to be working!
NASA Announces Finalists for 3D Printed Mars Habitat
NASA announced three finalists for their ongoing “3D-Printed Habitat Challenge”.
3DGence’s High Flow 3D Printing Module
3DGence announced a new accessory for their popular INDUSTRY F340 professional 3D printer that provides for high flow rates.
The Best Pellet 3D Printer? Pollen Is On To Something Big
I’m looking at a pair of very unusual 3D printers from Pollen.
Aurora Labs’ Metal 3D Printing Process Gets A Test
Australia-based Aurora Labs has performed a complex test of their new parallel metal 3D printing process.
The Form 3 3D Printing Technology And Implications
We’ve received a couple of interesting videos on the new Form 3 technology from Formlabs, and they show a very unusual SLA process.
Why Is Shapeways Suddenly Adding Engineering 3D Printing Materials?
Today Shapeways announced the availability of two new 3D print materials, but I’m now wondering if there is something more going on behind the scenes.
Formlabs Announces The Form 3!
Formlabs has a secret no longer: they’ve released two versions of an entirely new 3D printer, the Form 3 and Form 3L.
Book of the Week: The Makerspace Workbench
This week’s selection is “The Makerspace Workbench: Tools, Technologies, and Techniques for Making” by author Adam Kemp.
LulzBot’s TAZ Pro Industrial 3D Printer
Aleph Objects has ventured into new territory with the announcement of their new TAZ Pro device.
Announcing The FabbFab Metal 3D Printer With CLF Technology
We’ve been working on a secret project for some time now, and today we reveal our new development.
Design of the Week: Spiderman!
This week’s selection is the life-sized Spiderman 3D print by STPL 3D Printing.
ACEO Introduces Electrically Conductive Silicone 3D Printing
The quest for unusual materials continues, this time with electrically conductive silicone.
The M-Jewelry DLP 3D Printer
An interesting option for jewelers is the M-Jewelry DLP 3D printer from MakeX.
ICON Announces Vulcan II Construction 3D Printer
A more sophisticated construction 3D printer has been announced by ICON.
A Caution For Vendors Attending AMUG 2019
There’s something 3D printing vendors should know about AMUG.
PEEK SLS 3D Printing In The Works
A partnership between Solvay and Aerosint could lead to high-temperature SLS 3D printing.
Sharebot’s New Metal 3D Printer
Sharebot announced a metal 3D printer, the first for the Italy-based company.
Luxexcel Donates 3D Printed Lenses To Children
Luxexcel has arranged to donate seventeen pairs of eyeglasses with 3D printed lenses.
Opening Eyes To Grander 3D Printing
I’ve been watching some 3D print videos from Fabbaloo friend Joel Telling, and realized something about how 3D print practices are changing.
Research Project Asks You To 3D Print A Test Object
A research project is investigating the effect of environmental conditions on 3D printing, and they need your assistance.
3D Hubs Secures US$18M
3D Hubs has secured a huge US$18M investment round.
Book of the Week: 3D Concrete Printing Technology
This week’s selection is “3D Concrete Printing Technology: Construction And Building Applications” by Jay G. Sanjayan, Ali Nazari and Behzad Nematollahi
The Metallizr Is Coming
Soon we’ll find out what The Metallizr can do for 3D prints.
Design of the Week: UFO Abduction Lamp
This week’s selection is the fanciful UFO Abduction Lamp by Thingiverse contributor Wa Fa.
Another Solid 3D Printing Model Repository: Hum3D
We ran across another interesting 3D model repository, Hum3D.
Essentium’s Survey Results
3D printer manufacturer Essentium just released the results of their recent survey on production 3D printing usage.
Recognizing The Signs Of A Successful 3D Printer Installation
Buying anything of great expense is a big decision, and particularly so for 3D printers.
Analyzing The 3D Systems Analysis
I’m reading a report on Seeking Alpha describing the stock price journey of 3D Systems, and have some things to add.
Mimaki’s Surprise Desktop 3D Printer
In a bit of a surprise, Mimaki announced availability of a desktop 3D printer.
How Does 3D Printing Really Fit Into Residential Construction?
I thought I would do some basic research into residential construction practices to show how 3D printing fits and does not fit.
Some Clear Advice On How To 3D Print Food-Safe Items
I’ve just reviewed what seems to be the most comprehensive resource I’ve yet seen regarding 3D printing food safety.
Prodways Group Automates Dental 3D Printing
There have been some very intriguing developments from Prodways Group.
Printlab Releases Free Course For 3D Printed Assistive Technology
Printlab released a video course to help designers create and 3D print assistive aids.
Building Better Skyscrapers With 3D Printed Molds
A construction project in Brooklyn is leveraging 3D printing the very practical way.
Tokyo Restaurant To Feature Personalized 3D Printed Sushi
Clearly the 21st century is here, as a restaurant is now set to provide 3D printed customized sushi for curious diners.
More Thoughts On The Future Of Construction 3D Printing
I’ve been reading more stories about 3D printed construction projects, and have realized something fundamental.
Keene Village Plastics Acquires MakeShaper
3D print filament manufacturer Keene Village Plastics announced it has acquired MakeShaper.
Book of the Week: 3D Printing
This week’s selection is “3D Printing” by John Jordan.
Contemplating colorFabb’s Upcoming Foaming 3D Print Material
colorFabb is teasing a rather strange and new 3D print material.
MIT’s Hairy Metamaterial
Researchers at MIT have developed yet another unusual metamaterial, and this one is simply hair.
Design of the Week: Minimalist 3D Printed Fume Extractor
This week’s selection is the “Minimalist 3D Printed Fume Extractor” by Instructables contributor rdmmkr.
IKEA’s Consumer 3D Model Repository
If you hadn’t noticed, IKEA has a small 3D model repository available to the public.
Invented: MultiMaterial Resin 3D Printing
It may soon be possible to 3D print resin objects in more than one material.
Setback For CRP Group?
We received a press release from CRP group describing a catastrophe for one of their partners.
3D Print Learning Series: Maintenance
This is an entry in our 3D Print Learning Series, focusing on 3D printer maintenance.
The Birth of the 3D Printed Acoustical Metamaterial Industry
Researchers at Boston University have developed a technique for 3D printing acoustical metamaterials.
3D Printers To Disappear Into Vertical Systems?
I’m reading about a new 3D printing system specifically designed for used in dental operations.
Massive Deal For AstroPrint
AstroPrint announced a spectacular arrangement with Stanley Black & Decker.
Brexit Causing Issues For UK 3D Printer Companies
As the March 29 date of Brexit approaches, it seems it will have some effect on 3D printer companies based in the UK.
Question of the Week: How To Start A 3D Print Business
This week’s question focuses on how to start a small 3D print business.
New Glass 3D Printing Technique Coming From Australia?
Researchers in Australia seem to have developed another technique for 3D printing glass.
Why So Many 3D Printer Manufacturers?
A report from Gartner suggests there are a record number of 3D printer manufacturers.
3D Hubs Releases Q1 2019 Trends Report
3D Hubs released their traditional quarterly trends report.
Inside The Meltpool: Fundamental Problem Revealed
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have discovered a fundamental issue with the most common form of metal 3D printing.
Sinterit Tunes Up 3D Printing Operating Software
Sinterit announced a number of changes for their operating software.
Book of the Week: To Engineer Is Human
This week’s selection is “To Engineer Is Human: The Role of Failure in Successful Design” by Henry Petroski.
The Xioneer Industrial 3D Printer
We had a close look at the Xioneer industrial 3D printer.
Metal 3D Printing Always Playing Catch Up
Metal 3D printing has come a vast distance since it was first introduced some years ago.
Stratasys Stock Tumbles On Unexpected Results
Stratasys released their 2018 financial results and there was a little bit of a surprise.
Design of the Week: Bunny Rabbit Pulling Carrot Doorstop
This week’s selection is the extremely cute “Bunny Rabbit Pulling Carrot Doorstop” by “enthusiastic tinkerer” Garret Durland.
The INTAMSYS FUNMAT PRO 410 3D Printer
If you’re thinking about 3D printing in high-temperature materials you might want to look at the INTAMSYS FUNMAT PRO 410.
Question of the Week: What 3D Printing Software for Schools?
This week’s question probes the software required for schools using 3D printing.
Diversity For Additive Manufacturing Report #3 Released
The Diversity For Additive Manufacturing Report #3 report has been released today, International Women’s Day.
Materialise Turns The Corner
Materialise announced their 2018 financial results and it’s looking very positive.
Hands On With The BIQU Thunder And The MyMiniFactory App Part 3
Part 3 — the app. We had a chance to test an interesting 3D sprinter and software combination: the BIQU Thunder and MyMiniFactory’s new app.
Hands On With The BIQU Thunder And The MyMiniFactory App Part 2
Part 2 — machine use. We had a chance to test an interesting 3D sprinter and software combination: the BIQU Thunder and MyMiniFactory’s new app.
Hands On With The BIQU Thunder And The MyMiniFactory App Part 1
Pat 1 — machine assembly. We had a chance to test an interesting 3D printer and software combination: the BIQU Thunder and MyMiniFactory’s new app.
Fictiv Raises Big Cash
Fictiv has raised a huge US$33M.
E3D-Online Unleashes The SuperVolcano; Look Out For Giant 3D Printers
UK-based E3D-Online announced their latest — and largest — 3D printer hot end, the SuperVolcano.
UK’s Health And Safety Executive Looking At 3D Printing
A new report about 3D printing safety has been issued by the UK’s Health and Safety Executive.
Book of the Week: Introduction to Flight
This week’s selection is “Introduction to Flight” by John D. Anderson Jr.
3D Systems’ 2018 Results Cause Some Fuss
It’s that time of year when many companies release their year-end financial results, and 3D Systems’ were quite interesting.
Startling Bioprinting Application: Instant Skin
A paper in Nature describes an incredible method of 3D printing live skin to rapidly secure wounds.
Design of the Week: Milk Crate
This week’s selection is the functional Milk Crate by designer Ross Thomas.
3D Printing Saves The Day – In A Way You’d Never Think Of
Reddit user Toolaa describes an amazing approach to save a great deal of money by 3D printing.
Ultimaker Still Tweaking Cura 4.0
Ultimaker released yet another version of their upcoming Cura 4.0 software.
What Is The Most 3D Printed Object?
I was reading an interesting piece by Bertier Luyt when a question arose.
Selling 3D Printers Direct or Through Resellers?
I’m reading a press release about another reseller arrangement from ROBOZE, and it got me thinking about how this business works.
Interesting Features in 3DWOX Desktop
I’ve been exploring the latest version of 3DWOX Desktop and bumped into some interesting features.
A Three-Way Partnership Focusing on Farsoon Technologies
Farsoon Technologies announced an interesting partnership with two related companies.
Shapeways Gets Flexible
Shapeways’ new material shows how tight the relationship between 3D print service bureaus and 3D printer manufacturers can be.
Another Look at Desktop Metal’s Upcoming Fab Flow System
We had a deeper tour of Desktop Metal’s amazing Fab Flow tool.
The Coming Sindoh 3DWOX 7X 3D Printer
We managed to get a peek at a rather large device coming from Sindoh, the 3DWOX 7X.
The Challenge Facing Color 3D Printing
Color 3D printing has never really taken off, but there may be a good reason why.
A Different Way To Learn About Ancient Egypt
An interesting experiment at Howard University demonstrated a different way to learn about ancient Egypt.
Book of the Week: Structures: Or Why Things Don’t Fall Down
This week’s selection is “Structures: Or Why Things Don’t Fall Down” by J. E. Gordon.
Question of the Week: What 3D Printer Should I Buy For My School?
This week’s question is about buying 3D printers for schools.
At Last: The End of STL Is In Sight
There have been a few developments recently that have brought me to the view that STL file format will slide away quietly.
Design of the Week: Giant X-Wing Fighter
This week’s selection is the Giant X-Wing by artist Stefan Ulrich of RandomDesign.
Markforged’s New Materials
It looks like Markforged will be releasing some new metal materials soon.
MakerGear’s Ultra One Is Ultra!
MakerGear is now shipping a new 3D printer, the Ultra One.
Carbon’s Significant News For Dental 3D Printing
Carbon’s powerful resin 3D printers have been extensively used by manufacturing, but it seems the company is all in for dental usage as well.
How Expensive Is That Diamond Filament?
A company is marketing a “diamond” 3D printer filament.
The Time Is Now For Construction 3D Printers
After several years of experimental construction 3D printing projects, it may be the time for things to get real.