Stratasys announced an intriguing new method of reusing waste SLS powder.
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Did You Know? Autodesk Fusion 360 Monitors Shared Files for Potential ITAR Violations
Apparently, Autodesk Fusion 360 performs censoring of some 3D models.
Hands On With The Panda Series, Part 2
Our review of BigTreeTech’s Panda Series of Bambu Lab upgrades concludes.
Hands On With The Panda Series, Part 1
We had the opportunity to test BigTreeTech’s Panda Series of Bambu Lab upgrades.
3D Printing Revives Fusion Energy Dreams: Princeton’s Stellerator Prototype on a Budget
There’s an interesting story from IEEE Spectrum describing how researchers built a low-cost fusion reactor — using 3D printing.
The Future of Biomanufacturing: Machine Learning, Automation, and 3D Printing’s Role
Charles R. Goulding and Warren Buzzell Jr. discuss the Agile BioFoundry’s cutting-edge technologies and the untapped potential of 3D printing in bioprocessing.
DIP Technology Surpasses Volumetric Printing Speeds with Innovative Resin Flow Solution
A radically new and incredibly fast 3D printing process has been developed: Dynamic Interface Printing, or “DIP”.
Stich3R: New Blender Add-On Brings Realistic GCODE Visualization
There’s a new and quite beautiful rendering system for GCODE visualization. When you prepare a 3D print in slicing software, there’s usually a 3D viewable preview. It’s quite important to review the preview, because it can often show flaws in the job — does the first layer actually touch all of the plate? Did you… Continue reading Stich3R: New Blender Add-On Brings Realistic GCODE Visualization
Make 3D Prints Truly Watertight with DIAMANT’s dichtol AM Hydro Sealant
Have you ever tried to 3D print a waterproof object? There’s a solution for you.
3D Printing Drives the Jeep Legacy Forward: A New Era of Off-Road Adventure
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi trace the Jeep’s transformation from military workhorse to a global off-road legend, spotlighting how 3D printing has opened new frontiers in vehicle customization.
Researchers Develop Carbon-Doped Metal Alloy with Enhanced Cryogenic Strength
Researchers have developed a new 3D printable metal alloy that has exceptional cryogenic properties.
3DPrinterOS and Montclair State University Partner to Detect 3D Printed Gun Parts
There’s quite an announcement from 3DPrinterOS today: they intend on automatically detecting 3D-printed gun parts.
Cowboy Couture Meets 3D Printing: The Yellowstone Fashion Phenomenon
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how Yellowstone’s influence on Western fashion is being amplified by 3D printing, offering custom, modern takes on timeless cowboy gear.
Is SwiftShape the Next Big Thing in Desktop Fabrication? Is it a 3D Printer?
A new Kickstarter project offering a multifunction 3D printer seems to be succeeding.
Ozone Partners with Sculpteo to 3D Print Custom Paraglider Parts for Enhanced Flight Performance
One of Sculpteo’s customers has developed a new application for 3D printed parts: customized paraglider parts.
Design of the Week: Side Bin
This week’s selection is the highly over-engineered Side Bin by Printables contributor SMACKMAX.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, November 3, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Striking a Balance: Global Port Automation and the Future of Dock Workers
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into how automation and 3D printing are redefining global port operations and what this means for the workforce.
JanTec Engineering Unveils Breakthrough to Reduce 3D Print Warping
JanTec Engineering has an ingenious way to reduce 3D printed part warping through the use of multiple materials.
Formnext Chicago Postpones Debut Amid Scheduling Conflict with Rapid+TCT and Industry Pressures
Formnext Chicago has been postponed, and this is a significant development in the industry.
Ulendo’s New Software Upgrade Increases Industrial 3D Printing Speeds by 5X
Ulendo announced a new program to massively increase the speed of certain industrial 3D printers.
7 Free AM Simulation Tools You Might Not Know
Some lesser-known 3D printing simulation software with examples of implementation.
Understanding the Real Implications of the Stratasys-Bambu Lab Patent Dispute
I continue to see doom and gloom regarding Stratasys’ patent infringement lawsuit against Bambu Lab, but most of the commentary is nonsense.
Hanboost C1: The Ultrasonic Tool Every 3D Printer Operator Needs
A new Kickstarter project should be of considerable interest to 3D printer operators.
Researchers Develop Algorithms to Improve Accuracy of Complex 3D Scans
A new approach to point cloud processing could dramatically enhance the accuracy of complex 3D scans.
Bambu Lab Addresses Filament Tape Problem Affecting AMS Performance
There are a number of reports of issues with recent filament spools from Bambu Lab. What’s going on?
MakerBot Sketch Sprint vs. Flashforge Adventurer 5M Pro: Are They the Same?
MakerBot recently announced a new 3D printer, the Sketch Sprint. Some think it’s a Flashforge 3D printer, but is it?
Bad Obsession Motorsport Develops Machine to Print Solder Traces for Project Binky
Is it possible to 3D print solder? That seems to be the case, as a motorsport company developed a machine to do exactly that.
Redefining Affordability: How IKEA’s New Strategy Bucks the Revenue Trend
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi unpack IKEA’s unique approach to affordability, exploring how 3D printing and price cuts fuel its customer-centered mission.
Meta Eyes 5% Stake in EssilorLuxottica: The Smart Glasses Revolution Begins
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi provide some insight into Meta’s rumored investment of US$5 billion in EssilorLuxottica, thereby combining Meta’s metaverse ambitions with Luxottica’s eyewear dominance and exploring the future of smart glasses through 3D printing.
Introducing MobiPrint: Print Objects Anywhere in Your Space with Mobile 3D Printing
Researchers unveiled “MobiPrint”, a home mobile 3D printer.
VoxelMatters Releases 2024 Report on Explosive Growth of Aerospace Additive Manufacturing
VoxelMatters today released a comprehensive report on the state of additive manufacturing in the aerospace industry.
Made in the USA: Prusa’s MK4S Opens New Opportunities for American Buyers
Prusa Research is now shipping MK4S 3D printers from their US-based manufacturing facility.
Splitting for Success: How Topgolf and Callaway Plan to Thrive Independently
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi dig into the strategic spin-off of Topgolf Callaway Brands, exploring how this separation will reshape the entertainment and golf equipment industries.
3D Systems Unveils Long-Lasting Resins for Consumer and Industrial Applications
3D Systems announced three new resin materials for their Figure 4 equipment.
Proto Labs Shutters European Facilities Amid Strategic Restructuring
Proto Labs announced the closing of major European facilities.
Design of the Week: Nadarra Wall
This week’s selection is the Nadarra Wall by architect Barry Wark.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 27, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week. Publicly traded companies are required to post their financial reports, as well as appear on stock markets. From there we can calculate the total value of their company by multiplying the current stock price by the… Continue reading Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 27, 2024
The Future of Healthcare: Wyss Institute’s Game-Changing 3D Printing Innovations
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi delve into the Wyss Institute’s cutting-edge 3D printing advances, from bioprinted tissues to life-saving medical devices.
Are Big Discounts on Bambu Lab 3D Printers Hinting at New Product Launches?
There are considerable discounts being offered on Bambu Lab 3D printers. What’s going on?
QUALUP SAS Introduces Predictive AI and Rotating Nozzle for High Temperature 3D Printing
QUALUP SAS introduced two interesting new features on their Qu4 HT high temperature 3D printer.
Chat with Moath 3D GPT: An AI-Powered Assistant for Advanced 3D Printing Insights
A new GPT offers the ability to chat about 3D printing.
ManyFold: A Decentralized, Open Source Platform for 3D Model Distribution
A new open source tool may eventually revolutionize how 3D models are distributed.
Freeform’s Service-First Model Aims to Disrupt Metal 3D Printing Industry
A new metal 3D printing company has emerged: Freeform.
3D Printed Heat Exchangers Propel Conflux Technology with $11M Funding
There’s further proof of additive manufacturing value with a new investment in Conflux Technology.
Investing in Talent: Why Employee Ownership is Vital to the 3D Printing Revolution
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider how KKR’s employee equity ownership model is reshaping mergers and acquisitions, with a special focus on its impact on the rapidly evolving 3D printing industry.
COBOD Unveils BOD3: Next-Gen 3D Construction Printer with Infinite Build Length
COBOD launched their latest construction 3D printer, the BOD3.
Lychee Launches Premium 3D Model Repository: Introducing the Lychee Library
The makers of the Lychee Slicer now have a major new product: the Lychee Library.
MASSIF: AddUp’s Ambitious Plan for Eco-Friendly, Large-Format Metal 3D Printers
AddUp announced a major new project to develop a powerful metal 3D printing system: MASSIF.
The Next Energy Revolution: How 3D Printing and Nuclear Power Are Shaping AI
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore the growing partnership between nuclear energy, 3D printing, and big tech as companies like Microsoft and Oracle fuel their AI operations with re-commissioned reactors and cutting-edge innovations.
Modix Unveils Revolutionary Resin Infill Technology for Large-Format 3D Printing
Modix announced a powerful new technology for their large-format 3D printers: Resin Infill Technology.
MakerBot Returns with Sketch Sprint: 5X Faster 3D Printing for Schools
Something you haven’t heard in a while: There’s a new MakerBot 3D printer!
Iglu Cover Enhances Performance for Bambu Lab 3D Printers with Thermal Efficiency and Safety
A new accessory for Bambu Lab enclosed 3D printers should increase print quality.
StandardAero Soars Toward IPO: Carlyle’s $10 Billion Aviation Powerhouse
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how Carlyle Group’s IPO plans for StandardAero are set to reshape the aviation MRO industry in 2024.
Fuzzyficator Introduces Nonplanar Fuzzy Skin for Top Surfaces in 3D Printing
The Fuzzyficator can make fuzzy skin where 3D print slicers cannot.
ADDiTEC Successfully Tests Liquid Metal 3D Printing Aboard US Navy Ship
Interesting news from ADDiTEC: they’ve successfully tested LMJ liquid metal 3D printing on board a US Navy ship.
ORNL Develops Crack-Free 3D Printable Metal Alloy for Extreme Temperatures
Researchers at ORNL have developed a new crack-free 3D printable metal alloy that can withstand temperatures above 1315C.
Design of the Week: BentoBox v2.0 Carbon Filter
This week’s selection is the BentoBox v2.0 Carbon Filter by Printables contributor thrutheframe.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 20, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Unlocking Billions: How Europe Aims to Boost Defense R&D with Dual-Use Technologies
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take a deeper dive into how the current rise in geopolitical tensions has fueled Europe’s defense spending, opening new opportunities for dual-use technologies that bridge civilian and military innovations.
LOOP Promises Desktop Filament Production, but Questions Arise
There might be a new desktop filament production system on the market: the LOOP. Or not.
WIMBA Expands Pet Prosthetic Services with In-House 3D Printing Technology
I had no idea pet-tech had advanced so far, and it turns out 3D printing is a key factor.
Micro 3D Printing Gains Momentum: UpNano and BMF Announce Developments
Developments in micro 3D printing continue.
xolo and Swarovski Join Forces to Innovate Crystal Glass Manufacturing with Xolography
There is big news from Xolo: They are partnering with Swarovski, the famous crystal provider.
CONTEXT Reveals Explosive Growth in Entry-Level 3D Printers, Led by Creality and Bambu Lab
CONTEXT issued a report on 3D printer sales for the second quarter of 2024, and there are some surprising results. The company uses its connections to obtain data about company sales, both public and private companies. This is then analyzed to determine trends, which is what we’re looking at today. CONTEXT divides up the additive… Continue reading CONTEXT Reveals Explosive Growth in Entry-Level 3D Printers, Led by Creality and Bambu Lab
Nano Dimension Boosts Fabrica 3D Printers with Huge Speed Increase
Nano Dimension is getting ready for Formnext with a couple of pre-event announcements.
The Ultimate Formula 1 Power Move: Aston Martin Taps Adrian Newey to Lead Aerodynamic Evolution
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Aston Martin’s £20 million hire of Adrian Newey, combined with cutting-edge 3D printing technology, could reshape the future of Formula 1.
Six Hobbies Where 3D Printing Saves Money and Enhances Capabilities
There are some hobbies that are particularly well served by desktop 3D printing. Here are six of them.
Lynxter Introduces S300X – FIL11 | FIL11: A Versatile High-Temp IDEX 3D Printer
Lynxter announced a new 3D printer, the S300X – FIL11 | FIL11.
BOFA Rebrands as Donaldson BOFA, Expanding Global Reach in 3D Printing Filtration
Some interesting news from BOFA — or should we say Donaldson BOFA?
Tennis Serves Up Health, Analytics, and 3D Printing Innovations
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi serve-up an explanation of how tennis is at the forefront of health improvements, data-driven analytics, and next-gen equipment through 3D printing.
Formlabs Launches Form 4L: A High-Speed, Large-Format 3D Printer for Production Use
Formlabs announced two new 3D printers, the Form 4L and Form 4BL. The company had previously announced the Form 4, a major change from their prior flagship machine, the Form 3. The new Form 4L incorporates many of the new features introduced with the Form 4, but in a much larger package. Formlabs has done… Continue reading Formlabs Launches Form 4L: A High-Speed, Large-Format 3D Printer for Production Use
3D Print Ideas to Up Your Gardening Game
How can 3D printing help in your garden?
eSun Makes Security Error, Resets Customer Passwords to Email Addresses
It appears that has made a significant security mistake on their online 3D print materials store.
From Alaska to Texas: How 3D Printing is Transforming Housing Nationwide
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how 3D printing technology is reshaping affordable housing solutions across the U.S., from HUD’s initiatives in Alaska to cutting-edge projects in Texas and beyond.
New Speed Modulated Ironing Technique Adds Color and Texture Control to FFF 3D Printing
A new ironing technique implements color changes in FFF 3D printing.
New AI Technique Pioneers Accurate Mechanical 3D Model Generation Using BREP Geometry
Research is proceeding on ways to use AI techniques to generate solid mechanical 3D models.
Aurora Labs Partners with Defense Firm to 3D Print UAV Propulsion Systems
Aurora Labs announced a new partnership to 3D print propulsion systems.
Design of the Week: Phone Chair
This week’s selection is the Phone Chair Version 2 by Printables contributor mybrainwaves.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, October 13, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
A Tuition-Free Year at Cooper Union: Alumni Give Back to Fuel the Next Generation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how Cooper Union’s tuition-free initiative and its state-of-the-art 3D printing lab mark a bold new chapter in the institution’s storied history.
Researchers Unveil HDSP: A High Speed 3D Printing Process Based on Sound Waves
An entirely new and incredibly fast method of 3D printing has been developed that is based on sound: HDSP.
Additive Manufacturing Market Grows Despite Public Company Valuation Declines
A report from Additive Manufacturing Research quantified the size of the 3D print market, and there’s some interesting implications.
EVONIK’s Publication of LCA Data for Over 100 Polymers Highlights Growing Demand for Sustainable Materials
EVONIK announced they’ve published life cycle assessment data for over one hundred of their advanced polymers.
Hands on with the Creality Ender-3 V3 3D Printer, Part 3
Our look at the Creality Ender-3 V3 3D printer concludes with software, print results and final thoughts.
Hands on with the Creality Ender-3 V3 3D Printer, Part 2
Our look at the Creality Ender-3 V3 3D printer continues with assembly, calibration and operations.
Hands on with the Creality Ender-3 V3 3D Printer, Part 1
We were privileged to give the Creality Ender-3 V3 3D printer a full test.
India’s New Economic Shift: The Rise of 3D Printing in Electronics and Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider how India’s 2024-2025 budget, with reduced tariffs on 3D printing materials, is poised to revolutionize manufacturing and electronics, making India a key player in global innovation.
Bambu Lab Postpones Launch of New Larger Format 3D Printer Until 2025
There’s been a significant update from Bambu Lab regarding their rumored upcoming large-format 3D printer.
3D Printed Meat: Edible but Lacking Flavor, WIRED Review Finds
An article in WIRED describes the experience of eating 3D printed meat.
Innovative 3D Printing: Combining Metal and Polymers for Magnetized Parts
Can 3D prints be magnetic? It turns out, they can.
Rocket Lab to Study Bringing Rock Samples from Mars for NASA
Using vertically integrated technologies as part of the Mars Sample Return Program.
From Fasteners to Future Tech: Stanley Black & Decker’s Manufacturing Evolution
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Stanley Black & Decker’s adoption of Metal X technology is transforming manufacturing efficiency and redefining industrial innovation.
New Research Identifies Promising Solutions to 3D Printing’s Microplastic Waste Problem
Two new research papers suggest there are possible ways to help solve the microplastic crisis.
Supply Chain Disruptions Continue To Push Manufacturers Towards 3D Printing Solutions
Recent events are slowly pushing manufacturers towards increased 3D printing.