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.
What’s New in Autodesk Inventor 2025?
Autodesk celebrates Inventor’s silver jubilee with many enhancements.
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.
Sponsor News
Creality Marks a Decade in 3D Printing with Multiple New Product Launches
Creality celebrated their tenth anniversary this week, something few desktop 3D printer manufacturers have been able to achieve.
From Hobbyist to Professional: Creality’s Ender-3 V3 Series Offers a Printer for Everyone
Creality has now focused on a trio of new Ender-3 V3 products.
Creality Launches Ender-3 V3 with Innovative CoreXZ System for Enhanced Speed and Quality
Creality introduced a new desktop 3D printer, the Ender-3 V3, which has a feature I’ve never seen before.
Anycubic’s Fan Festival with Major Discounts on 3D Printers
I’m not quite sure how we missed this, but Anycubic is currently running an enormous contest and sale on their 3D printing equipment.
From China to Maryland: Creality’s Expanding Global Engagement in 3D Printing
Creality successfully hosted its second user meetup, ShareFest Maryland 2023.
Creality’s New 3D Scanner: The CR-Scan Ferret Pro
Creality launched a new 3D scanner, the curiously named CR-Scan Ferret Pro.
Creality’s New CR-10 SE: Specs and Features Unpacked
Creality announced the CR-10 SE, a printer engineered for advanced users with an emphasis on achieving a superior first layer.
Yale’s Funbotics Camp: How Creality is Contributing to 3D Printing Training
Creality recently concluded its sponsorship of Yale University's first Funbotics Camp.
Creality’s New Release: Ender-3 V3 SE – The Future of Simplified 3D Printing?
Creality just rolled out their new Ender-3 V3 SE, promising an easier 3D printing experience for novices.
Research
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.
Improved Ceramic 3D Printing Inspection Using Supercontinuum Lasers
New research explores a method of inspecting ceramic 3D prints in a non-destructive manner.
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.
Corporate
Introducing Anisoprint 2.0: Pioneering Composite 3D Printing in Asia
Since strategically moving production to China, and its HQ to Singapore, the company is taking advantage of the Asian landscape to further advance strong, lightweight manufacturing technology.
BMF’s UltraThineer Earns FDA Clearance for Cosmetic Veneers
Boston Micro Fabrication has received an important approval for a new material.
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.
No More Kodak 3D Printing: Smart International Fades Away
It seems that another 3D printer manufacturer has faded away into the sunset.
Renishaw to Boost 3D Printing Capabilities Through New Partnership with Materialise
Materialise announced a partnership with Renishaw that should benefit Renishaw 3D printer operators.
Ideas
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.
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.
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?
Growing IP Challenges in 3D Model Repositories Prompt Need for New Solutions
I’m seeing a growing issue with 3D model repositories that likely isn’t going to go away anytime soon.
Services
Enhancing Design Reviews: CADChat Combines Communication and 3D Viewing
A new tool for product designers has been launched: CADChat.
Slant 3D Launches API for Direct Access to Print Farms
News from Slant 3D: they’ve developed an API for developers to directly access their print farm.
Filamentive Launches UK’s First 3D Print Waste Recycling Scheme
Aiming to address the issue of plastic waste in the industry, starting with PLA.
Seekmake’s Unique Manufacturing Networks Approach
Seekmake is one of the largest manufacturing directories.
Usage
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.
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.
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.
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…