BMW Offers a Closer Look at Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing
First vehicle trials of WAAM parts expected to begin next year.
NVIDIA Advances 3D Model Generation with Fast, Detailed LATTE3D AI System
NVIDIA announced a new 3D generative AI system, LATTE3D.
Sprybuild Addresses Patent Concerns, Confirms Progress on Pioneering Resin 3D Printing Patents
I have a further update on the situation involving Sprybuild, a startup company offering a unique resin 3D printing system.
Bambu Lab’s Latest Firmware Upgrade for the A1 Mini 3D Printer Tackles Air Printing and More
Bambu Lab announced a firmware upgrade for their A1 Mini 3D printer that include several very advanced features.
Industry 4.0 and Solving Homelessness: An Interview with Arjun Chandar
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi sit down with Arjun Chandar, founder and CEO of IndustrialML, to discuss his ventures in technology and research.
What You Should Pay for a 1kg Spool of 3D Printer Filament?
What should a spool of 3D printer filament cost? I took a look into this question.
What is the Current Tallest 3D Printed Structure?
There’s a bit of a competition going on for the tallest 3D printed structure.
Study Demonstrates Complete Natural Breakdown of Bio-Based Polymer
A study proves certain bio-based polymers can complete degrade in the natural environment.
Kalbod Design Studio Blends 3D Printing with Traditional Architecture
The Zephyr House project aims to use modularity and technology to address the need for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly housing solutions.
Rebuilding Gaza: Harnessing 3D Printing for Infrastructure and Healthcare
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the importance of 3D printing technology for post-war reconstruction and how it can aid Gaza's rebuilding efforts.
Sponsor News
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.
Creality’s New 3D Printer: The Affordable and Efficient K1 Max 3D Printer
Creality has a new flagship 3D printer with the launch of its new K1 Max 3D printer.
Creality’s HALOT-MAGE PRO Wins Display Application of the Year
One of Creality’s latest resin 3D printers has won an award.
Research
Study Demonstrates Complete Natural Breakdown of Bio-Based Polymer
A study proves certain bio-based polymers can complete degrade in the natural environment.
Metal 3D Printing Breakthrough: A Way to Eliminate Corrosion in Marine Parts
A breakthrough in corrosion prevention has been made by metal 3D printing researchers.
Eco-Friendly 3D Printing Breakthrough with All-Wood Material
Researchers have made a 3D printing material that is entirely made from recycled wood, but there are some significant issues.
Researchers 3D Print Hyper-Realistic Organ Models
The Nottingham Trent University researchers created the heart and lung models that can beat, bleed, and breathe like real organs to help surgeons train.
Corporate
Leap71 and Solideon Partner to Develop Large-Scale Metal 3D Printer for Space Manufacturing
Leap71 has struck another very interesting strategic agreement to help develop a large-scale metal 3D printer for industry.
Battle of the 3D Printing Reward Programs
There seems to be a new area of competition between Bambu Lab and Prusa Research: reward programs.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 24, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Stratasys Makes a Strategic Move Towards Continuous Carbon Fiber Printing
What are the implications of Stratasys’ recent acquisition of Arevo’s technology?
GE Aerospace Targets Additive Manufacturing in $650M Investment
Manufacturing facilities in Alabama, Massachusetts, North Carolina and Ohio to receive building and equipment upgrades along with more than 1,000 new jobs.
Ideas
The Strategic Value of Material Diversity in 3D Printing
There’s an increasing amount of cooperation between 3D printer manufacturers and chemical companies.
Unpacking the Price Tag: Why Some 3D Printers Are More Expensive
I’m reading a thread on the cost of LulzBot 3D printers, and there are several interesting insights to be found.
Pre-Sliced Files for Resin 3D Printers: Convenience or Compromise?
Do pre-sliced 3D models make sense?
Overcoming the Challenges: The Road Ahead for 3D Printing in Construction
The construction industry has looked different in recent years due to demands for sustainability and innovation. 3D printing has been a catalyst for this change in construction, but it is relatively…
Services
Replique Launches Materials Hub for Simplified 3D Printing Material Selection
Replique announced public availability of their comprehensive Materials Hub.
Authentise Unveils Advanced AI Features for Threads, Enhancing 3D Design Collaboration
Authentise today announced new and very interesting features for their Threads system.
Create Unique 3D Print Textures with Ember Prototypes’ Customized Print Plates
Ember Prototypes has launched a customized 3D printer plate service.
7 3D Printing Courses for Engineers Interested in Additive Manufacturing
Master 3D printing processes, material selection, design for additive manufacturing and more to become the ultimate AM engineer.
Usage
BMW Offers a Closer Look at Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing
First vehicle trials of WAAM parts expected to begin next year.
What is the Current Tallest 3D Printed Structure?
There’s a bit of a competition going on for the tallest 3D printed structure.
Kalbod Design Studio Blends 3D Printing with Traditional Architecture
The Zephyr House project aims to use modularity and technology to address the need for energy-efficient and environmentally friendly housing solutions.
Rebuilding Gaza: Harnessing 3D Printing for Infrastructure and Healthcare
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the importance of 3D printing technology for post-war reconstruction and how it can aid Gaza's rebuilding efforts.