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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 the future of global commercial vehicles.

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_.

Which 3D print company is the biggest this week? [Image by Stefan Keller from Pixabay]

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 manufacturing.

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 their 3D printing capabilities in the U.S.

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 Hi Combo Final Thoughts The Creality Hi Combo was packaged very well for shipping, and the QR code on an inner box flap was… Continue reading Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 4

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 Hi Combo Print Results We finished off the sample coil of hyper filament by going through some typical test prints at a 0.2mm layer… Continue reading Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 3

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 and four. Creality Hi Combo Setup and Calibration Initial setup of the printer was very easy, and the touchscreen walked us through all the… Continue reading Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 2

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 3D Technology Co., Ltd., better known as Creality, is one of the leading brands of desktop 3D printers, established in 2014. Creality is known… Continue reading Hands on with the Creality Hi 3D Printer, Part 1

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 and defense drone dominance.

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.

Ankermake M5C Disappears from Website, Signaling End of Anker’s 3D Printing Venture

Another 3D printer manufacturer seems to have exited the business.

Fusion 360 Adds Mesh Texture Extrude Feature for Advanced Surface Detailing

Autodesk provided their usual monthly update to Fusion 360, and there were a couple of new features of interest.

New Enzyme Targets PET Plastics, Opening Path to Sustainable 3D Printing Materials

Researchers have developed a unique enzyme that can decompose PET material.

Design of the Week: Record Player Coaster Set

This week’s selection is the Record Player Coaster Set by Cults contributor flapjack3dcreations.

Which 3D print company is the biggest this week? [Image by Stefan Keller from Pixabay]

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 27, 2025

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

Hard Hats & Humanoids: The Unexpected Link Between Nasdaq and Plainview, NY

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi spotlight how a humanoid robot’s Nasdaq debut connects to a Long Island innovator blending robotics, 3D printing, and safety gear.

Polymaker Introduces PPS-GF20 Filament, a Cost-Effective Alternative to PEEK and PEI

Polymaker has released a new material that could shake up manufacturing.

BLT’s 2024 ESG Report Emphasizes Automation, Recycled Materials, and Corporate Integrity

Bright Laser has released its latest ESG report.

Supernova Clarifies Independence from BCN3D Amid Industry Rumors

Contrary to rumors you may have heard, Supernova is alive and well.

FOODres.AI 3D Printer Gives Food Waste New Life as Objects

A pair of MIT graduates have developed a fun and clever way to minimize the amount of food waste sent to the landfill.

As DJI Faces U.S. Ban, Could Bambu Lab Be the Next Target of Regulatory Scrutiny?

I’m increasingly concerned about the possibility of Bambu Lab products being banned in the US in years to come.

Stratasys and trinckle Partner to Bring fixtureMate Exclusively to GrabCAD Pro

Big news from trinckle: they’ve signed an exclusive agreement with Stratasys to include the tool in GrabCAD Pro.

PodoPrinter Acquisition Highlights Growing Demand for Application-Specific 3D Printing

PodoPrinter has been acquired.

Jamie Dimon’s Blunt Message to Europe and the Wake-Up Call for 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze Jamie Dimon’s stark warning about Europe’s economic slide and connect it to a critical inflection point in the continent’s 3D printing industry, marked by Trumpf’s exit and a call for renewed industrial strategy.

Bambu Lab’s Spool Design Quietly Becomes De Facto Standard in 3D Printing Industry

Has Bambu Lab won the filament spool format war?

AMFG Launches Sentinel AI to Automate PDF Analysis for AM Workflows

AMFG launched a new tool that shows how AI can add significant function to AM.

Researchers 3D Print Robotic Musculoskeletal Structures Using Single-Material Metamaterials

Researchers have developed a way to 3D print robotic musculoskeletal structures in a single material.

Forged in Tariffs: How 3D Printing Is Reinventing the Appliance Industry

In this article, Charles Goulding and Anthony Palumbo examine the Trump administration’s 2025 steel tariffs on imported appliance components, their effect on manufacturers and retailers, and how housing market trends are reshaping appliance demand, all while emphasizing additive manufacturing as a key to domestic supply resilience.

New FFF 3D Printing Technique Enables Fabric Printing Beyond the Build Plate

A new 3D printing technique allows printing of fabric far larger than the 3D printer.

JuggerBot 3D and ORNL Partner to Develop Hybrid 3D Printer for Thermoplastics and Thermosets

JuggerBot 3D has inked a deal with the Oak Ridge National Laboratory to develop a 3D printer that can handle both thermoplastics and thermosets.

Thingiverse Implements System to Detect and Remove 3D-Printed Gun Parts

A report from ABC says that Thingiverse is now scanning for ghost gun parts.

From Facebook to Frontiers in Biotech: Inside the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative’s 3D Bioprinting Revolution (DUPLICATE)

Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito consider how the Chan Zuckerberg Initiative is revolutionizing biotechnology through low-cost 3D bioprinting and advanced cellular research across its three pioneering Biohubs.

BambuStudio 2.2.0 Beta Brings Accessibility and Usability Upgrades for 3D Printing

The latest beta version of BambuStudio has some intriguing new functions.

COBOD Introduces Multifunctional 3D Construction Printing Unit

COBOD made a very significant announcement of a new feature for their 3DCP systems.

Forensic Tracing of 3D Printed Parts to Specific Printers Unlikely to be Practical

A research paper investigated the possibility of identifying the specific 3D printer that was used to produce a given part.

Design of the Week: Corcelain

This week’s selection is the Corcelain by Kosuke Takahashi and 224 Porcelain.

Which 3D print company is the biggest this week? [Image by Stefan Keller from Pixabay]

Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, July 20, 2025

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

Glass, Metal, and Polymers Collide at RIT’s Advanced Manufacturing Event

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi spotlight RIT’s July 2025 additive manufacturing symposium, where cutting-edge 3D printing, interdisciplinary collaboration, and manufacturing legacy converge to shape the future.

New Frozen Deposition Technique Allows 3D Printing of Conductive Polymers

Researchers have found a way to 3D print a biocompatible conductive material.

Historic Figulo Ceramic 3D Printers Face Scrapyard After Failing to Find New Home

Remember those classic ZCorp printers used by Figulo that were offered for free?

Using DNA Voxels to Self-Assemble Complex 3D Nanostructures

Researchers have developed a unique way to use DNA to create 3D structures at the nanoscale.

Study Uncovers Massive Nanoplastic Pollution in Oceans, Including 3D Printing Materials

A new paper in Nature describes the startling amount of plastic pollution in the oceans.

Researchers Develop TomoSAR-Based Drone Scanning for All-Weather 3D Reconstruction

A new approach to airborne 3D scanning has been developed.

3D Print Industry Underperformance Makes for Flat ETFs

Is 3D printing a good investment? Apparently not, according to some professional investment funds.

Additive Allies: Quantum Systems and Tekever Propel Europe’s UAV Revolution

Preeti Sulibhavi and Jacob Nolan explore how 3D printing is empowering European drone innovators like Quantum Systems and Tekever to deliver agile, dual-use UAVs for both defense missions and civil operations across NATO.

LOOP Desktop Filament Extruder Still Lacks Demonstration After Nine Months

It’s time for an update on the LOOP, supposedly “the world’s first desktop 3D filament maker”.

Why Ease of Use May Be the Most Overlooked Factor in 3D Printer Adoption

What makes the best 3D printer for you? I think there’s another factor we’ve all been missing.

CONTEXT Report Reveals Entry-Level 3D Printers Surging as Industrial and Midrange Sales Decline

A fascinating analyst report from CONTEXT shows a fundamental shift in how 3D printers are used.

3D Printing Serves an Ace in Pickleball Innovation

Preeti Sulibhavi and Jacob Nolan dive into the tech transforming America’s fastest-growing sport—where noise reduction and player performance get a high-speed upgrade.

Hands on With Polymaker HT-PLA

We’ve been testing the new high-temperature PLA material from Polymaker.

voxeljet Completes Court-Approved Restructuring

It looks like Voxeljet has completed its restructuring plan.

Why the Fortus 450mc Remains a Staple in Stratasys’ Industrial 3D Printer Lineup

Stratasys announced a milestone that shows something important about how 3D printers are used.

From Snapshots to Space Parts: Nikon Reinvents Itself in Metal

Charles R. Goulding and Jacob T. Nolan reveal how Nikon is transforming from a camera giant into a major force in industrial-scale additive manufacturing.

Manage Your Filament Inventory With Open Source SpoolEase

Want to manage your ever-increasing collection of 3D printer filament spools? Try SpoolEase. SpoolEase is an open-source project that provides hardware and software to automatically manage filament spools. It comes in two products: SpoolEase Console and SpoolEase Scale. SpoolEase Scale, as you might suspect, is used to weigh spools and determine an accurate amount of… Continue reading Manage Your Filament Inventory With Open Source SpoolEase