3D Printing Blog

What is the world’s fastest 3D printer? It’s probably the T250.

Charles R. Goulding traces how Yale University’s unique commitment to elite, fully funded music education and its collaboration with Forte 3D on a hybrid carbon fiber cello—supported by Shark Tank investor…

Today turns out to be the end of the year, so it is time to reflect on the past and look forward.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze Jamie Dimon’s recent Security & Resiliency Initiative (SRI), which strategically funds US defense and innovation projects.

Slant 3D expects to operate 1.5 million 3D printers in the next ten years.

A new 3D print application has appeared: boot liners.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Safran’s full-engine tech transfer to India and its deep investment in additive manufacturing signal a major shift in global aerospace power. Europe…

Looprint could be one of the most useful free utilities for Bambu Lab 3D printer operators.

Anycubic has launched a very unusual “3D print guarantee” along with their new Kobra X 3D printer.

This week’s selection is the iPhone Fold Replica by MakerWorld contributor Subsy.

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

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi demonstrate how biotech is getting a boost from stronger pharma buyers, smarter use of 3D printing, and new OBBBA tax incentives that make early-stage R&D…

A recent story suggests anyone can make huge money with their 3D printer. It’s not that simple.

Stratasys announced a very interesting partnership with Novineer.

New research proposes wireless, embedded sensing for 3D printed metal parts using magnetoelastic and thermomagnetic inclusions.

Charles R. Goulding advocates that setting up international business operations at the early stages of a company’s growth can greatly impact its success in the future.

A new review examines how magnesium containing materials and additive processes could turn patient specific, resorbable bone repairs into reality.

I’m reading a Korean business news story on 3D printing in that country.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi make the case that, as Gaza faces the dual task of reconstructing shattered infrastructure and restoring lives, 3D printing offers a disruptive, scalable bridge to…

Researchers report a machine learning approach to predict LPBF defects from up-skin and down-skin angles, suggesting there might be angle-aware process control for metal AM.

The Open Community License announced by Prusa Research last week has inspired an even simpler alternative, the Simplified Open Community License.

MX3D has made an interesting move by setting up a subsidiary.

The new US National Defense Authorization Act includes quite a few statements on additive manufacturing, some of which will affect product sales.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi report on Caracol’s move to acquire Weber and its implications for the future of large-scale 3D printing.

A new study codifies process rules that make shotcrete 3D printing more reliable and more ambitious.

Surprise! There’s a new 3D printer on Kickstarter, but this one uses SLS, not FFF.

Creality seems to be patenting a great deal of intellectual property.

Creality quietly announced something called “Spark X” last week.

This week’s selection is a gigantic 3DCP print by Urbacon Trading & Contracting.

Researchers propose 3D printed steel reinforcement to discreetly strengthen vulnerable unreinforced masonry.

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

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi showcase how, with faster GTF repairs and India’s rising role, Pratt Whitney is proving that 3D printing now drives engine design, not just prototypes.

Prusa Research seems to be taking a step away from traditional open source principles.

Looking for a free advanced CAD 3D modeling tool? Solid Edge offers a free version.

I’m trying a new online tool for 3D Printing, 3Dsynth.

A new study outlines how force sensing can monitor extrusion-based 3D printing in real time, promising earlier defect detection and fewer scrapped builds.

Will food 3D printing ever work?

Bambu Lab anmnounced a new grant program for makers that could provide huge amounts of money for unusual projects.

Nexa3D has been awarded a patent!

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi show how GE Appliances’ sweeping new supply chain investments and growing use of 3D printing are reshaping U.S. manufacturing from the ground up.

A new study explores laser-heated rapid 3D printing of carbon fiber machine parts to lift speed and strength.

Be careful when you decide to measure the pollution emitted by your desktop 3D printer.

I’m reading about an interesting angle to make use of 3D printing for small-scale manufacturing.

There has long been the idea that 3D printing will “bring back manufacturing”, but is that ever going to happen?

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi show how automation and 3D printing are reshaping the commercial laundry industry and the companies driving that shift.

Researchers propose hybrid layer thickness to lift PLA part strength while cutting energy use.

Does print speed really matter anymore?

printpal announced they’ve hit a significant milestone.

An interesting patent has just been awarded to Bambu Lab related to print quality.

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe explain how Tinicum’s buyout of TriMas Aerospace signals a push toward smarter, more agile manufacturing where additive tech becomes a quiet force multiplier.