3D Printing Blog

MX3D produced a large metal part that opens a path for a very intriguing future.

3D printing innovations have had a positive impact on so many different industries.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at six companies receiving grants for their contribution to industry.

A startup company has leveraged copper 3D printing technology to produce a much more powerful electric engine.

Autodesk announced a new feature to assist designers using the Fusion 360 CAD system.

Printlab announced a a new assistive technology design challenge.

This week’s selection is “HBR Guide to Office Politics” by Karen Dillon.

Researchers at Fraunhofer ILT have developed a revolutionary method of 3D printing metal.

One of the more interesting but less well-known 3D printer manufactures is Sindoh.

3D Systems announced the acquisition of Volumetric Biotechnologies, solidifying their healthcare strategy.

This week’s selection is the Web Wallet by Craig Brice of Tessallation Studio.

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

Charles R. Goulding and Arianna Coger examine the relationship between increased interest in ESG and additive manufacturing.

Stratasys announced sweeping upgrades to their GrabCAD software tool, specifically for managing fleets of 3D printers.

EOS and one of their clients commissioned a study to determine the sustainability of their AM lifecycle

AMT scored a huge US$15M Series B financing round.

The 18-month collaboration seeks to develop and test Incus’ LMM 3D printing capabilities for spare parts manufacturing on lunar bases.

Essentium announced the new HSE 240 HT 3D printer.

voxeljet announced the first beta client for their VX1000 HSS system.

ICON announced a deal with Lennar to produce 100 3D printed homes.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the implications of an investment firm's unusual relocation.

Stratasys announced an unusual collaboration with Adobe to dramatically simplify use of color in 3D printing.

Blue Origin announced plans for a new space station, but the plan also includes a 3D printing system.

Another week and more news on a dedicated cleaning station. But why so many announcements?

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the possibilities and risks of using 3D printing to overcome supply chain challenges.

Markforged announced a new 3D printer, the FX20.

Formlabs announced two new machines to complement their larger 3D printers.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the relevance of DIY 3D printing projects.

This week’s selection is “Blender 3D By Example” by Oscar Baechler and Xury Greer.

3DQue announced a significant milestone is in sight for their Quinly system: one million 3D prints.

Norsk Titanium’s MERKE IV metal 3D printer is suitable for large part production.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at Ferrari' foray into EVs, their design and how 3D printing could be involved.

This week’s selection is the Halloween Spider Tensegrity Ornament by Natalie Cheesmond, a.k.a. 3DPrintBunny.

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 look at the possibiliites of 3D printing for the bicycle industry.

Polymaker’s latest innovation isn’t in thermoplastic chemistry, but is instead in packaging.

The Blender Foundation announced that Apple has joined their development fund.

MIT might have substantially shortened the development cycle for new 3D printer materials.

The four-day manufacturing technology event featured keynote sessions and exhibits ranging from robotics and machine tools to 3D printers.

In January Roboze will launch a new program to establish a “circular economy” for their materials.

Researchers at Rice University have developed a unique approach for 3D printing extremely small and complex structures in glass.

A 3D printed electrical circuit by Zortrax is set to take off on a unique wooden satellite.

This autobiography is a remarkable book and a must-read for those interested in innovation, design, manufacturing, and business. 

Massivit announced a new process called “Cast In Motion” that simplifies composites tooling

Shapeways released a new software-as-a-service called “Otto” that should make life a lot easier for some manufacturers.

A new video attempts to expose the “lies” about construction 3D printing.

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing could play a role in a major submarine deal.

A new paper identifies a more inexpensive method of producing photoinitiators.

Porsche announced they intend to offer 3D printed seats for certain models beginning in February.

MakerBot announced two interesting and complementary materials today that could make 3D printing ABS objects far easier.