Surprise! Bambu Lab suddenly announced an entirely new extrusion system, Vortek, that does not poop!
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Nike Air Max 1000 by Zellerfeld Proves Market Demand for Fully 3D Printed Shoes
Zellerfeld’s new Nike shoe has sold out, and that tells us something about the future of 3D-printed footwear.
Is “Fire Rated” Becoming a New Marketing Angle for 3DCP?
I’ve noticed something interesting appearing in some stories and promotions for 3DCP applications.
The U.S.–Philippines Agreement: Tariffs, Nuclear Energy, and the Role of 3D Printing
In this article, Charles Goulding and Anthony Palumbo examine the evolving U.S.–Philippines partnership, focusing on the 2025 trade-tariff agreement, expanding nuclear energy collaboration, and the growing role of additive manufacturing in supporting next-genertion reactor deployment.
Bambu Lab Introduces Single-Nozzle H2S Combo with Large Build Volume and Advanced Features
It’s here: Bambu Lab announced the new H2S 3D printer today.
Velcro-Inspired 3D Printing Innovation Could Transform Reusable and Modular Construction
Researchers at TU Graz have developed a 3D printable “hook and loop” fastener for building components.
What is Anzu Partners and Why are they Buying 3D Printer Companies?
You might have heard of Anzu Partners recently, but who are they?
Swimply’s Second Wave: Why Faith-Based Privacy Sparked the Birth of Shvimply
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe take a deep dive into how Bunim Laskin’s Swimply revolutionized backyard pool rentals—and why Shvimply was built to serve faith-based communities with strict privacy needs.
Market Endorses Affordable Toolchangers with Snapmaker’s U1’s Record-Breaking 3D Printer Launch
It seems the market has spoken about toolchanging 3D printers.
Creality Releases K2 Pro Combo 3D Printer with Multicolor CFS System
Creality finally released the K2 Pro 3D printer, something we’ve anticipated for a while.
Researchers Build Database of 1.2M Correlations to Improve LPBF Repeatability
Researchers have done a comprehensive study to understand and control the variability of the LPBF process.
Design of the Week: Life Sized Hulk
This week’s selection is the life-size Hulk 3D print by Reddit contributor seagullsattack.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 24, 2025
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
How The Rodon Group Is Reinventing U.S. Manufacturing with 3D Printing and Robots
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how The Rodon Group is using 3D printing, robotics, and automation to lead a new era of American manufacturing.
Upcoming OrcaSlicer Release Introduces Flow Calibration by Touch and Much More
It’s not yet official, but the upcoming release of OrcaSlicer has some very interesting new features.
Strecs: Free Tool Generates Variable Infill for Stronger, Lighter 3D Prints
There’s a new — and free — tool to automatically generate variable infill for FFF 3D print jobs.
Creality Seeks Hong Kong Exchange Debut, Velo3D Relaunches on NASDAQ
Two 3D printer manufacturers are going public for trading on two stock exchanges.
Why Drones Are Emerging as a Key Application for 3D Printing Technology
What’s up with 3D-printed drone applications?
Mintion Heat Insert Press Kit Simplifies Embedding Metal Components in 3D Prints
Mintion has developed a unique 3D printer accessory that I haven’t seen before.
From Files to Felonies: The Crackdown on 3D Printed Ghost Guns
Charles R. Goulding and Jacob T. Nolan report on how New York is combining court rulings, AI content filters, and forensic science to shut down 3D printed firearms. 3D printing has revolutionized manufacturing, enabling everything from custom household items to industrial prototyping. However, it also enables what many consider one of the most dangerous technological… Continue reading From Files to Felonies: The Crackdown on 3D Printed Ghost Guns
New Yumi C Series 3D Printers Offer Low-Cost Multicolor Printing with Reduced Waste
A new 3D printer has appeared on Kickstarter: the Yumi C series.
Spanish 3D Printer Maker BCN3D Rescued Through Acquisition by Quantum Investment Group
It seems that BCN3D has been rescued.
Farsoon and Stark Future 3D Print 1,000 Titanium Sabres in Large-Scale Project
Farsoon just completed a huge metal 3D printing project with an interesting twist.
MIT Researchers Develop 29% Cheaper Titanium Alloy for 3D Printing Applications
Researchers have developed a new titanium alloy and accompanying 3D print process that is quite a bit less expensive.
From Wet Labs to 3D Printing: NYU Langone Powers NYC’s Medical Renaissance
Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito delve into how NYU Langone is reshaping New York City’s medical innovation landscape through cutting-edge research centers, 3D printing advancements, and programs empowering the next generation of healthcare entrepreneurs.
Snapmaker Launches U1: Affordable Toolchanger 3D Printer Aimed at Reducing Filament Waste
Today is the day Snapmaker’s U1 3D printer goes live on Kickstarter.
Prusa Research Expands Prusament Line with PP Glass Fiber Filament and Impact-Resistant Resin
Prusa Research launched two new materials last week, and they’re both quite interesting.
GRX-810: How NASA Designed a High-Performance Alloy for Faster, Stronger Metal 3D Printing
NASA developed a unique 3D printable metal alloy that has incredible performance.
Nickel Deals and 3D Dreams: Indonesia’s Strategy for Industrial Dominance
Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito explore how Indonesia’s bold downstreaming policy and trade deal with the U.S. are accelerating its transformation into a global hub for nickel, copper, and 3D printing innovation.
Is Open Hardware in 3D Printing Losing Ground to Commercial Systems?
Is Open Source Hardware really dying? I believe the answer is yes and no.
Release Date Still Unknown for Flashforge’s CJ270 Full-Color 3D Printer
Where is the Flashforge full-color 3D printer?
Kingroon Exits 3D Printer Manufacturing to Focus on Filament and Resin Production
Kingroon has formally exited the 3D printer business.
Design of the Week: Spray Paint Gun
This week’s selection is the Spray Paint Gun by MakerWorld contributor AverageBeardedGeek.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 17, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Reactivating Palisades: How Holtec is Using 3D Printing to Rewrite Nuclear History
Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito spotlight how Holtec International’s public offering and plans to restart a decommissioned nuclear plant are turbocharged by 3D printing and supported by valuable R&D tax incentives.
Timeplast’s 3D Printable Soap, Fire, Plant Vitamin, and Light-Transmitting Filaments
Timeplast has some incredibly unusual 3D printer filaments, now including “soap”!
Researchers 3D Print Microstructures Inside Living Human Cells for the First Time
Researchers have 3D printed structures inside a living cell.
From Blue Water to Blueprints: The Coast Guard’s Tech Revolution Begins
Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito tred uncharted waters on how the One Big Beautiful Bill is reshaping the Coast Guard with historic funding and cutting-edge 3D printing technology.
10 Creative and Practical Ways to Deal with 3D Printer Poop
What exactly do you do with all that 3D printer poop that’s accumulating in your workshop?
KAMIC Develops Rapid 3D Print Process for High-Strength Titanium Pressure Vessels
Researchers have been able to produce an extremely strong 3D-printed titanium pressure vessel.
Only Games and Shop3D.io Produce Over 1M 3D Printed Parts in Three Months
The acquisition of 3DC by MyMiniFactory is paying off.
Levi Strauss & Co.: How the Iconic American Company Continues to Flourish Almost 200 Years After its Inception
Charles R. Goulding and Kate Esposito explain how Levi Strauss & Co. is beating tariff pressure with smart tech, sharp strategy, and a denim game stronger than ever.
FibreSeeker 3 Brings Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printing to the Personal Desktop Market
After several months of waiting, they’ve finally announced FibreSeeker, the first personal continuous carbon fibre 3D printer.
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 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_.
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.