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FDA Greenlights Intuitive Surgical’s DaVinci: A Game-Changer in Soft Tissue Surgery

FDA Greenlights Intuitive Surgical’s DaVinci: A Game-Changer in Soft Tissue Surgery

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze how the FDA clearance of Intuitive Surgical's new DaVinci system is set to revolutionize soft tissue robotic surgery.

The Rising Concern of Waste in Multimaterial 3D Printing: Solutions and Innovations

Zaxe Teases Game-Changing Z4 Printer to Tackle Multimaterial Speed and Waste

Zaxe Teases Game-Changing Z4 Printer to Tackle Multimaterial Speed and Waste

Zaxe is developing a mysterious solution to the multimaterial waste problem.

EOS Secures Major Sale with i3D MFG for Advanced 3D Metal Printers

EOS Secures Major Sale with i3D MFG for Advanced 3D Metal Printers

EOS has scored a massive sale of 3D printers to a large customer.

RAPID + TCT 2024 Executive Panel Sees Optimism Mingled with a Sober Dose of Reality

RAPID + TCT 2024 Executive Panel Sees Optimism Mingled with a Sober Dose of Reality

The first day of RAPID + TCT 2024 saw a riveting opening keynote with a panel discussion of industry leaders from 3D Systems, EOS, Nano Dimension, Nikon and Stratasys.

OMD3D Enhances Blackbelt 3D Printer with New Features

OMD3D Enhances Blackbelt 3D Printer with New Features

We received an update from OMD3D, the makers of the Blackbelt 3D printer.

From SLM Solutions to Nikon SLM Solutions: Rebranding and Success

From SLM Solutions to Nikon SLM Solutions: Rebranding and Success

At Rapid+TCT last week we had a chat with SLM Solutions and discussed the company’s integration with Nikon.

Lithoz Pioneers 3D Printed Ceramic Implants with Successful Jaw Surgery

Lithoz Pioneers 3D Printed Ceramic Implants with Successful Jaw Surgery

Lithoz announced a notable achievement: a human implantation of a ceramic part.

India-EFTA Trade Deal Boosts 3D Printing Revolution

India-EFTA Trade Deal Boosts 3D Printing Revolution

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how the groundbreaking trade deal between India and the EFTA nations is set to revolutionize multiple industries through the strategic implementation of 3D printing…

Shapeways Declares Bankruptcy

Shapeways Declares Bankruptcy

Long time 3D print service Shapeways declared bankruptcy this week.

Industry Consolidation: Nano Dimension to Purchase Desktop Metal

Solving Everyday Household Problems With 3D Printed Objects

Solving Everyday Household Problems With 3D Printed Objects

3D printing is becoming more accessible to everyone. What used to require a lot of time, money, and engineering expertise is now something that creative tech novices can utilize to create…

Researchers Develop New Multi-Material Manufacturing Technique

Researchers Develop New Multi-Material Manufacturing Technique

The Freeform Multi-material Assembly Process from the University of Missouri enables the production of complex devices with materials including plastics, metals, and semiconductors.

How Stryker and Apple’s Vision Pro are Enhancing Medical Procedures with 3D Printing

How Stryker and Apple’s Vision Pro are Enhancing Medical Procedures with 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Stryker's integration of Apple's Vision Pro and 3D printing technology is revolutionizing surgical precision and patient outcomes in the healthcare industry.

From Rough to Mirror-Perfect: DLyte’s Advanced Metal Polishing Technology for 3D Prints

Inside Axtra3D’s Innovative HPS System: High Quality Resin Prints at Speed

Inside Axtra3D’s Innovative HPS System: High Quality Resin Prints at Speed

I spent some time at Rapid with Rajeev Kulkarni, Axtra3D’s new Chief Strategy Officer.

Nexa3D Challenges Markforged with Cost-Effective Onyx Alternative: Xyon

Book of the Week: 3D PRINTING The Definitive Handbook

Book of the Week: 3D PRINTING The Definitive Handbook

This week’s selection is “3D PRINTING The Definitive Handbook: An Essential How-To for Beginners, Hobbyists, and Innovators” by Jay Bourgeois and Daniel Rossong.

Adoption vs. Consolidation in the Struggling 3D Print Industry

Adoption vs. Consolidation in the Struggling 3D Print Industry

What’s wrong with the 3D print industry? The industry leaders seem to have the answers, or do they?

Rapid+TCT 2024 Recap: Market Adjustments and Emerging Technologies

Rapid+TCT 2024 Recap: Market Adjustments and Emerging Technologies

Last week we attended Rapid+TCT in Los Angeles, and let me tell you all about our experience. 

Fab.ai’s All-in-One AI Platform Simplifies Additive Manufacturing Workflow

Fab.ai’s All-in-One AI Platform Simplifies Additive Manufacturing Workflow

We had a look at Fab.ai’s new AI-based additive manufacturing solution. The software platform intends on solving some of the complexities of performing additive manufacturing. Today the process requires multiple steps,…

Design of the Week: Avatar Jake & Neytiri

Design of the Week: Avatar Jake & Neytiri

This week’s selection is the life-size Avatar sculptures by Gentle Giant Studios.

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 30, 2024

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 30, 2024

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

The Role of 3D Printing in Transforming the EU Defense Industry Amidst the Ukraine War

The Role of 3D Printing in Transforming the EU Defense Industry Amidst the Ukraine War

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how the Ukraine war is transforming the EU defense industry, driving a surge in 3D printing adoption for rapid prototyping and on-demand production.

Dragon by Helio Additive: 3D Print Quality with Voxel-Based Optimization

Dragon by Helio Additive: 3D Print Quality with Voxel-Based Optimization

Helio Additive revealed Dragon, an advanced software platform for 3D printing.

Innovative Method Enables Room Temperature 3D Microprinting of Nickel

Innovative Method Enables Room Temperature 3D Microprinting of Nickel

A new study has developed a method of 3D micro printing of nickel material at room temperature.

VoxelMatters Unveils Unique 3D Printing Market Study Focused on Consumer Products

VoxelMatters Unveils Unique 3D Printing Market Study Focused on Consumer Products

Our friends at VoxelMatters have developed a very different market study for 3D printing.

Desktop Metal Releases New Tolerance Analysis and Scan Adjustment Software

Desktop Metal Releases New Tolerance Analysis and Scan Adjustment Software

Boston-based Desktop Metal has announced the launch of Live Inspect, a new software for analyzing and correcting errors in 3D printed parts.

Additive Industries’ MetalFab 300 Flex: Adjustable Build Volume for Industrial Needs

Phase3D Launches Real-Time Defect Detection for Metal 3D Printing

Phase3D Launches Real-Time Defect Detection for Metal 3D Printing

Phase3D introduced a new service that’s able to detect defects in metal 3D prints — while printing.

XJET’s NPJ System Now Supports High-Strength Stainless Steel 17-4PH

XJET’s NPJ System Now Supports High-Strength Stainless Steel 17-4PH

XJET introduced a powerful new material for their metal 3D printers: stainless steel 17-4PH.

“Mad Max: Furiosa” Ignites Fans and 3D Printing

“Mad Max: Furiosa” Ignites Fans and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how the release of "Furiosa," the latest installment in the Mad Max saga, is set to revolutionize fan creations through the extensive use of…

Beyond PLA: Key Engineering Properties for Desktop FFF 3D Printing

Beyond PLA: Key Engineering Properties for Desktop FFF 3D Printing

Which engineering properties should concern desktop 3D printer operators?

Ulendo Introduces Calibration as a Service (CaaS) for Faster 3D Printing

Ulendo Introduces Calibration as a Service (CaaS) for Faster 3D Printing

Ulendo introduced something no one’s seen before: Calibration as a Service, or “CaaS”.

Authentise Introduces Industry’s First VMI System with Flows Update

Authentise Introduces Industry’s First VMI System with Flows Update

Authentise introduced a rather interesting feature to their Flows service.

Vision Miner Acquires AddWise

Vision Miner Acquires AddWise

Strengthening the company's position as a global leader in additive manufacturing with the extrusion hardware manufacturer.

How Brunswick Corporation is Leveraging 3D Printing for Cost Reduction

How Brunswick Corporation is Leveraging 3D Printing for Cost Reduction

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how Brunswick Corporation is leveraging 3D printing technology to achieve significant cost reductions amid softer demand in 2024.

The Six Types of Desktop 3D Printer Personalities

The Six Types of Desktop 3D Printer Personalities

There are certain personas that tend to use desktop 3D printers. Which one are you?

Introducing QuickCurve: The Slightly Nonplanar 3D Printing Slicer

Introducing QuickCurve: The Slightly Nonplanar 3D Printing Slicer

I’m reading about QuickCurve, an experimental nonplanar 3D print slicer.

Construction 3D Printing: Cost Analysis and Industry Challenges

Construction 3D Printing: Cost Analysis and Industry Challenges

I’m reading a LinkedIn post where there’s some controversy about the true costs of construction 3D printing.

Book of the Week: The Mechanical Design Process

Book of the Week: The Mechanical Design Process

This week’s selection is “The Mechanical Design Process” by David Ullman.

Study Reveals FFF 3D Prints Can Be Food Safe with Proper Cleaning

Study Reveals FFF 3D Prints Can Be Food Safe with Proper Cleaning

Is 3D printing actually food safe? A study turns conventional thinking upside down.

AMGPT: Experimental AI System for Metal 3D Printer Operators

AMGPT: Experimental AI System for Metal 3D Printer Operators

AMGPT is an experimental large language model that can help metal 3D printer operators.

A New Way to Identify Potential 3D Print Applications?

A New Way to Identify Potential 3D Print Applications?

A novel application of 3D printing could help identify additional ways to use the technology.

Design of the Week: Parametric Hose Connector

Design of the Week: Parametric Hose Connector

This week’s selection is the Parametric Hose Connector generator by MakerWorld contributor ostat.

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Jun 23, 2024

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, Jun 23, 2024

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

Stratasys Partners with Morris: A New Era for Additive Manufacturing in the US

Stratasys Partners with Morris: A New Era for Additive Manufacturing in the US

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss Robert E. Morris' groundbreaking agreement with Stratasys to integrate additive manufacturing solutions into machine shops and manufacturing facilities.

RAPID+TCT 2024: Join Us at North America’s Largest 3D Print Event

Cobra LIMIT3D vs. King Tour: A 3D Printed Golf Club Comparison

Cobra LIMIT3D vs. King Tour: A 3D Printed Golf Club Comparison

We tested Cobra’s new 3D printed golf club, the Cobra LIMIT3D.

Bringing Metal 3D Printing to the Desktop: Exploring the Possibilities

Bringing Metal 3D Printing to the Desktop: Exploring the Possibilities

Could metal be the next material frontier for desktop 3D printing?