Bambu Lab Expands into Engineering Materials Market as Stratasys Lawsuit Continues
The announcement of the Bambu Lab H2D Pro might have something to do with the Stratasys lawsuit.
Mixing Moon Dust with PEEK Could Reduce Warping and Improve 3D Printed Part Strength
Researchers have been experimenting with mixing lunar regolith with PEEK for 3D printing.
The BIG, New, Beautiful Tax Bill and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi unpack the overlooked tax credits fueling innovation at the intersection of 3D printing and intelligent automation.
BambuStudio Now Integrates Helio Additive Simulation for Optimized 3D Print Quality
What could be the biggest news of the week just happened: BambuStudio now integrates with Helio Additive.
Clura Open-Source 3D Printer Enclosure Offers Modularity, Air Filtration, and Smart Features
Need an enclosure for your desktop 3D printer? Consider Clura.
SOLIDWORKS Partners Criticize Mandatory Revenue Share and Sales Disclosure Requirements
Some controversy is brewing over a recent decision by Dassault Systèmes.
Vanderbilt’s Budget Crunch: Cutting Costs, Not Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Jacob Nolan show how VUMC is navigating layoffs by investing in smart labs, personalized medicine, and AI-driven diagnostics.
Bambu Lab Launches H2D Pro with Expanded Material Support
Surprise! Bambu Lab announced a new 3D printer today, the H2D Pro.
Gyroid Infill Strength Proven: Researchers Develop Formula for Density-Based Performance
The gyroid infill pattern turns out to be the best infill pattern of them all.
Researchers Use Metal 3D Printing to Develop Shelf-Stable Bacteria-Powered Battery
Researchers have used metal 3D printing to unlock a new method to create and store energy in a “bacteria battery”.
Design of the Week: Electric Thruster Fin for Paddle Board
This week’s selection is the Electric Thruster Fin for Paddle Board by Printables contributor Christian_114659.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 10, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Public Transport Going Green: How Electric Ferries and 3D Printing Are Transforming the World
Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito uncover how electric and hydrofoil ferries are silently reshaping global transit—powered by batteries, boosted by 3D printing, and backed by a wave of innovation.
Elegoo Launches $1M Creator Fund to Reward Original Designs on Nexprint Platform
Elegoo announced a US$1M fund to reward creators on their Nexprint 3D model site.
Video Demonstrates Three Effective Methods to Achieve Mirror Finish on FFF 3D Prints
A new video shows several ways to achieve a mirror finish on an FFF 3D print.
Truck Titans Join Forces: The Toyota-Daimler Alliance Fuels a New Era in Mobility
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe take you on a journey to discover how the landmark Daimler-Toyota truck merger, fueled by hydrogen ambitions and 3D printing innovation, is poised to redefine…
Real-World Outdoor Filament Test Launched to Evaluate 3D Print Material Durability
A 3D printer operator is undertaking a long-term filament endurance test.
Desktop 3D Printing Enters a New Poop-Free Era
It was a quiet moment, but I believe a significant shift in desktop 3D printing occurred last week.
Formlabs FUSE 1+ Used to Produce Metal Parts with ColdMetalFusion Feedstock
Formlabs equipment can print metal objects? Apparently, so.
Frozen Frontiers, Digital Blueprints: Aker Arctic’s Race to Redesign the Polar Fleet
Preeti Sulibhavi and Jacob T. Nolan explore how Aker Arctic’s cutting-edge 3D design and engineering are reshaping the global race to dominate the polar seas.
Elegoo Launches Nexprint, a 3D Model Sharing Platform for Its Printer Ecosystem
Elegoo has launched Nexprint, their online 3D model repository.
SALTGATOR Offers Fast Part Production Using 3D Printed Molds and Soft Gel Materials
The SALTGATOR is not a 3D printer, but it’s something 3D printer operators might consider.
New 3D Printing Workflow Enables Non-Profits to Create Custom Gratitude Items
There’s a new and interesting 3D print application deployed by Recognize Good.
New Energy-Efficient Building Wall Technologies Are 3D Printed
Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito showcase how groundbreaking 3D printing technologies like ORNL’s SkyBAAM and EMPOWER wall are redefining building energy efficiency and reshaping the future of sustainable construction.
Why Bambu Lab Introduced Crowdfunding on MakerWorld
Bambu Lab’s new crowdfunding feature offers a lot of potential for makers, but why introduce it?
WASP Unveils Shamballa, an Eight-Hectare Site for Eco-Sustainable 3D Printed Construction
WASP announced a new project called “Shamballa”.
While Larger Players Struggle, Others DemonstratesSustainable Growth in 3D Printing Market
The news is not all bad in the corporate world of 3D printing.
From Hanoi to Hard Hats: How the U.S.–Vietnam Trade Deal Supercharges 3D Printing Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi continue to monitor how trade developments like the U.S.-Vietnam agreement shape the future of additive manufacturing, global logistics, and business innovation.
Specialized Filaments Emerge for 3D Printing Airless Basketballs
There are now 3D printer filaments designed for specific applications.
i.materialise to Cease Orders by October 31 as Materialise Consolidates 3D Print Services
Materialise seems to be shutting down i.materialise.
3MF Format Achieves ISO Standard Status, Paving Way for Broader 3D Printing Adoption
There’s been a bit of a milestone achieved this past week: 3MF has been declared an official ISO standard.
Design of the Week: Ozzy Bust
This week’s selection is the Ozzy Bust by MakerWorld contributor _JkJk_.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 3, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Why North Carolina Is the New Powerhouse of Aerospace Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discover how North Carolina’s booming aerospace sector—powered by giants like GE, Lockheed Martin, and Pratt & Whitney—is using 3D printing to reshape defense, design, and…
MakerWorld Has Two Versions—And They Don’t Share the Same 3D Models
Did you know there’s an alternate universe version of MakerWorld?
Why 3D Print Waste Remains Unrecyclable
There are multiple difficult barriers to effective 3D print recycling.
U.S.–Korea Trade Deal: A Game-Changer for 3D Printing in the Korean Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi study how the newly signed U.S.–Korea trade treaty unlocks major opportunities for Korean manufacturers like Hyundai, Hanwha, and Samsung to bypass import tariffs by leveraging…
Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 4
Our test of the new Creality Hi Combo multicolor 3D printer concludes with final thoughts. This is part four of a four-part series, please read parts one, two and three. Creality…
Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 3
Our review of the new Creality Hi Combo multicolor 3D printer continues with print results. This is part three of a four-part series, please read parts one, two and four. Creality…
Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 2
Our review of the new Creality Hi Combo multicolor 3D printer continues with setup, calibration, operations and software. This is part two of a four-part series, please read parts one, three…
Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 1
We’re testing the new Creality Hi Combo multicolor 3D printer. This is part one of a four-part series, please read parts two, three and four. Creality Hi Combo Background Shenzhen Creality…
The Additive Edge: Howmet’s Role in Reinventing Aerospace Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe explore how Howmet Aerospace is using additive manufacturing and strategic innovation to cement its dominance in the high-stakes world of aerospace engineering.
Snapmaker U1 Launches at $679, Bringing Affordable Toolchanging 3D Printing to Hobbyists
After only a couple of weeks, Snapmaker has set the pricing for their low-cost toolchanging 3D printer, the U1.
New DIY Method Combines TPU and Aluminum Wire for Flexible, Poseable 3D Prints
A very interesting 3D printing technique using aluminum wire can be used by any 3D printer operator.
Could LAHB Be the Future of Sustainable 3D Print Filament?
Researchers have investigated the biodegradability of LAHB, a material that has properties of PLA and PHB.
Walmart, Warfare, and Weather: Inside AgEagle’s Multifaceted Drone Strategy
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe examine how AgEagle, under the seasoned leadership of Bill Irby, is driving regulatory change, global drone adoption, and BVLOS readiness in the race for commercial…
Nano Dimension Confirms Desktop Metal Bankruptcy, Ending Struggling 3D Printing Venture
Nano Dimension announced its subsidiary, Desktop Metal, has filed for bankruptcy under chapter 11 of the US bankruptcy code.
Researchers Identify Optimal 3D-Printed Dome Design for Lunar Crater Habitats
Researchers have figured out the correct way to 3D print domes over lunar craters.
Authentise and Kform Partner to Launch DDNA Workflow Platform for Defense Manufacturing
Authentise announced an important partnership with Kform to develop “DDNA”.
The Westinghouse Nuclear Resurgence and 3D Printing
In this article, Charles R. Goulding and Anthony Palumbo underscore Westinghouse Electric Company's nuclear industry resurgence, highlighting their strategic global reactor projects and pioneering use of additive manufacturing technologies.