I’m reading about a new material category called “engineered living systems”, (ELiS), which involve integrating polymers with living cells.
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The Role of 3D Printing in the Skyrocketing Space Market
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how 3D printing has the ability to transform the rapidly growing space market.
Bambu Lab’s 2nd Anniversary Sale: Should You Buy or Wait for New Models?
Bambu Lab is having a massive sale on their equipment — but should you buy?
#3DBenchy in Space: NASA Tests Volumetric Process in Weightless Environment
A report describes a NASA experiment to 3D print in space using a volumetric process.
Huge Demand for Massivit’s New Large-Format 3D Printer
Massivit scored big at a recent exhibition.
Chinese Drone Tariff Planning and the Role of 3D Printing in U.S. Security
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how 3D printing is transforming drone manufacturing and how Chinese drone tariff planning is influencing the global drone industry.
AI-Assisted 3D Printing: Choosing the Right Material with ChatGPT
I found an interesting way to use ChatGPT to help me complete a 3D print project.
ESA’s Experiment Proves Feasibility of Metal 3D Printing in Weightless Conditions
There’s metal 3D printing taking place in space!
3D Systems Doubles Down on Dental Market with Comprehensive Technology Roadmap
3D Systems last week announced a comprehensive strategy for the dental market, and the implications are interesting.
JobOx to Automate 3D Printing on the Bambu Lab A1 Mini
A curious post on Reddit described a system under development for continuous 3D printing on Bambu Lab desktop 3D printers.
Chip-Based 3D Printing: Volumetric Printing With No Moving Parts
Researchers have developed an entirely different form of 3D printing they call “chip-based”.
Modix Unveils MAMA-1700: A High Speed Large-Format Pellet 3D Printer
Modix announced a new, large-format pellet 3D printer.
Design of the Week: Plant Pot with Hidden Box
This week’s selection is the Plant Pot with Hidden Box by Factorian Designs.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 9, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Introducing TitanSPEE3D: SPEE3D’s Largest Cold Spray 3D Printer
SPEE3D has a new metal 3D printer: the TitanSPEE3D.
3D Alliances Launches IMPACT Program to Boost 3D Printer Sales
I’m looking at 3D Alliances’ new “IMPACT” program for 3D printer manufacturers.
STLFLIX: Exploring the Subscription-Based 3D Model Repository
Today we’re looking at STLFLIX, a 3D model repository.
Cloud Challenges: How Do You Give Away a 3D Printer These Days?
Giving away an older 3D printer might seem to be an easy thing to do, but it increasingly is not.
Quantica Secures Additional Funding to Advance NovoJet 3D Printing Technology
Quantica has raised even more cash to expand their unusual 3D printing technology.
Authentise Boosts Threads with Plyable and Google Docs Integrations
Authentise announced two new integrations for their “Threads” online manufacturing solution.
Cricket and 3D Printing: A Game-Changing Partnership
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how 3D printing technology can revolutionize cricket equipment by enhancing performance, safety and customization in the sport.
Hands On With The 3DMakerPro Moose Lite 3D Scanner, Part 3
Our look at the 3DMakerPro Moose Lite 3D scanner concludes with more operations and final thoughts.
Hands On With The 3DMakerPro Moose Lite 3D Scanner, Part 2
Our review of the 3DMakerPro Moose Lite continues with a look at operations.
Hands On With The 3DMakerPro Moose Lite 3D Scanner, Part 1
We’ve been testing the new Moose Lite 3D scanner from 3DMakerPro.
UTA Explores 3D Printing Homes with Cork and Concrete
Led by Professor Shadi Nazarian, the research aims to provide affordable, sustainable, and resilient housing in rural Alaska.
Wegovy Profits Fuel Novo Holdings’ Ambitious 3D Bioprinting Ventures
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how Novo Holdings is channeling the massive success of weight loss drug Wegovy into strategic investments in 3D bioprinting.
Create Complex Sketches Easily with Fusion 360’s Project Salvador AI Plugin
I’ve been trying out Project Salvador, which is an AI-plugin for Autodesk Fusion 360.
Why CoreXY 3D Printers Outperform Bedslingers: A Practical Demonstration
I just printed an outstanding example demonstrating why CoreXY 3D printers are much more desirable.
AnkerMake and Slice Engineering Settle Patent Infringement Lawsuit
A lawsuit between Anker and Slice Engineering has been settled.
FLSUN Unveils Ultra-Fast S1 Delta 3D Printer with Massive Build Volume
FLSUN presented a new and very powerful desktop 3D printer today, the S1.
Lithoz and HiMed Launch Bio Ceramic 3D Printing Center of Excellence in NY
Lithoz announced a new center of excellence for bio ceramic 3D printing.
Sculpteo Secures ISO 13485 Certification, Expanding Opportunities in Medical Manufacturing
Sculpteo announced they’ve achieved a critical certification that could grow their business significantly.
Design of the Week: Overengineered Doorstopper
This week’s selection is the Overengineered Doorstopper by Thingiverse contributor Darth Biomech.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, June 2, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
HEICO and Wencor: A New Era in Spare Parts and 3D Printing for Aviation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discusses HEICO’s record-breaking sales, strategic Wencor acquisition, and innovative advancements in PMA spare parts and 3D printing within the aviation industry.
“High Resolution” 3D Printer Resins Exposed: Do They Really Work?
An interesting video popped up, exposing the marketing buzz around “high resolution” 3D printer resins.
ORNL’s Electron-Beam 3D Printer Opens Tungsten Possibilities
Oak Ridge National Laboratory just did something amazing: 3D printed a complex object in tungsten.
DyeMansion Launches Black Diamond Finishing Hub for Easy Part Dyeing and Smoothing
DyeMansion announced a new service, “Black Diamond Finishing Hub”.
Open Source Project Adds Fourth Axis to Prusa MK3S for Advanced 3D Printing
An open source project details how to add another axis to the Prusa MK3S 3D printer.
Robotic Mobile 3D Printers Printing During Transit?
A new research paper proposes a design for an unusual “mobile 3D printer”.
The Critical Role for 3D Printing in Space: Integrated Cooling Metal Parts
A new metal 3D printed part illustrates the importance of the technology for space applications.
AM Coalition Webinar: Key CHIPS Act Updates and Semiconductor Strategies
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discusses the latest CHIPS Act updates presented by the AM Coalition, highlighting the pivotal role of 3D printing in advancing semiconductor manufacturing and national security.
Top 5 Parts That Wear Out in Desktop FFF 3D Printers and How to Fix Them
Desktop FFF 3D printers don’t last forever — so what wears out?
Ondsel: The Commercial Upgrade to FreeCAD with Enhanced Collaboration and Tools
I’m looking at a new 3D modeling tool, Ondsel.
New Algorithm Enhances Strength of Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printed Parts
Researchers have developed a new way to use continuous carbon fibers in 3D prints.
ORNL Researchers 3D Print Defect-Free Tungsten Components
Using internally developed EB-PBF technology for applications that can withstand extreme temperatures.
Stockpiling to Avoid Shortages: How 3D Printing Can Safeguard Against Future Crises
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss how strategic stockpiling and 3D printing can address critical shortages, highlighting lessons from recent U.S. supply chain disruptions.
Endless Pastabilities: How Protopasta’s Subscription Services Enable Continuous Experimentation
I had an interesting chat with Alexander Dick, co-founder of Protopasta.
Sculpteo Enhances 3D Printing Capabilities with Insert Placement Service
Sculpteo introduced a feature that is quite unusual.
AML3D Expands to U.S. with New Ohio Manufacturing Hub
AML3D is reaching into the US with a new manufacturing base.
Pricing 3D Print Jobs: Understanding Costs, Labor, and Profit Margins
I keep reading posts asking “how to price a 3D print job”, so let’s answer this question.
3YOURMIND Partners with US Army to Digitize Inventory for M113 Armored Vehicle Parts
3YOURMIND struck an interesting deal with the US Army.
Innovative Non-Planar Slicing Method Using Neural Nets Promises Stronger 3D Prints
There’s a problem with most 3D print slicers, but new research shows an intriguing new approach based on neural nets.
Design of the Week: OpenSCAD Elephant
This week’s selection is the OpenSCAD Elephant by MakerWorld contributor edisadilovic, who is fully blind.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 26, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Recent Innovations and Challenges in the Appliance Industry and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore the transformative shifts in the appliance industry, from recalls to sustainable innovations.
Nozzle Wear in FFF 3D Printers: Understanding the Impact of Stronger Materials
Let’s talk about nozzle wear on FFF 3D printers.
Upgrade Alert: Mango3D’s Latest Lychee Slicer Enhances Performance and Usability
Mango3D announced a new version of their Lychee Slicer.
Readily3D and BIO INX Launch READYGEL INX for Volumetric 3D Printers
What could be the first commercial material for volumetric 3D printers has just been announced.
What is the Most Popular 3D Model Repository?
After publishing “Alternatives to Thingiverse, 2024 Edition”, I wondered which printable 3D model repositories were most popular.
Robotic System Can Automatically Test Thousands of 3D Prints
Researchers have developed a “self driving lab”, which can automatically 3D print objects and test them.
Autodesk AI Acquisition Hints at Future 3D Strategy
Autodesk acquired AI-powered Wonder Dynamics, suggesting they may be on the prowl for additional AI acquisitions.
Saying No to Defense Contracts and 3D Printing: Navigating Risks in a Changing Landscape
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine the intricate landscape of defense contracts amidst economic risks and legal complexities.
Alternatives to Thingiverse, 2024 Edition
There are many online sources for printable 3D content, but where are they?
Carbon’s AO Stack Triples the Output for M2 and M3 Printers
Carbon announced a new component to their AO Suite: AO Stack.
Turning Waste into Opportunity: 3D Printing and the Circular Economy
As technology advances, it has the potential to play a critical role in building a more sustainable future.
HP Silently Took the Fitstation Insole Platform Off the Market
The company continues to work directly with footwear brands such as Brooks and Superfeet.
Stifel and ASTRO America Fund 3D Printing for Defense
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the newly established and groundbreaking “AM Forward Critical Technologies SBIC” fund.
SPEE3D Unveils EMU: A Comprehensive 3D Printing Solution for Military Field Operations
SPEE3D announced something they call the EMU, or “Expeditionary Manufacturing Unit”.
New 3D Printing Material Sourced from Biodiesel Fuel Waste
A new form of 3D print material has been sourced from biodiesel fuel.
Advances in 3D Printed Drugs: Personalized Treatment and Controlled Release Mechanisms
A new research paper explores the idea of personalized 3D printed drugs.
Analyzing Desktop 3D Printer Trends: Bambu Lab, Prusa Research, Creality, Anycubic, and Elegoo
Which desktop 3D printer companies are getting the most attention? I decided to find out.
Hands on with the BENQ IdeaCam S1 Plus for 3D Printing
We recently tested the BENQ IdeaCam S1 Plus — for 3D printing.
Fully Recyclable Resin Developed by University of Birmingham Researchers
Researchers have developed a new type of resin for 3D printing that can be fully recycled.
Design of the Week: Ceramic House
This week’s selection is Ceramic House by Studio RAP.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 19, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Innovations in Golf: The Future of 3D Printing in Sports
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe discuss Steve Cohen’s advocacy for a 4-day workweek and his investments in golf technology.
BambuStudio’s Latest Update Includes Multi-Device 3D Printing and Enhanced Color Matching
Bambu Lab released a significant update to their Bambu Studio software.
Noztek’s Large-Format Conveyor Build Plate for Continuous 3D Printing
UK-based Noztek announced they’re developing a large-format conveyor-powered build plate for 3D printing.
Exploring FAAM, Field-Assisted Additive Manufacturing
A new research paper investigates a category of 3D printing I didn’t even realize existed: Field-assisted additive manufacturing, or FAAM.
What Software is Available for 3D Printing?
From beginner-friendly options to cloud-based collaborative CAD, these are some of the most popular software solutions for additive manufacturing.
Hands On With The Creality K1C 3D Printer, Part 3
Our review of the Creality K1C 3D Printer concludes with a look at software, print results and final thoughts.
Hands On With The Creality K1C 3D Printer, Part 2
Our review of the Creality K1C 3D Printer continues with a look at operations.
Hands On With The Creality K1C 3D Printer, Part 1
We were very privileged to be able to give the Creality K1C 3D Printer a thorough test. It’s quite an impressive Creality K1C 3D Printer that has many capabilities.
Creality Launches the HALOT-MAGE S Resin 3D Printer
Creality introduced the HALOT-MAGE S resin 3D printer today.
3D Scanning in Museums: Allowed or Not?
I’m reading a story from two years ago about a conflict regarding 3D scanning at museums.
OpenAI Unveils GPT-4o: AI with Implications for 3D Printing Technology
OpenAI made a series of important announcements yesterday, and hidden within them was something that has implications for 3D printing.
FieldFab by Craitor: A Rugged 3D Printer for Military and Field Operations
Today I’m looking at a 3D printer I haven’t seen previously, the FieldFab by Craitor.
Which 3D Printer Manufacturers Support America Makes?
America Makes has another 3D printer manufacturing member: Roboze. But which other companies participate?
Shapeways to Sell Software Assets: Major Shift in Company Strategy
Shapeways has apparently struck an agreement to sell its software assets, likely indicating a fundamental change to the company as we know it.
Speculations on Bambu Lab’s Next 3D Printer
There have been many hints of Bambu Lab nearing an announcement of a new 3D printer, but what could it be?
Zortrax Faces Financial Crisis: Restructuring Amid Competitive Pressures
There’s trouble at Zortrax, the Polish 3D printer manufacturer.
Filaments.ca Acquired by InkSmith: What This Means for Canadian 3D Printing
News from the 3D print material market in Canada: Filaments.ca has been acquired.
Design of the Week: M3 Bolt Sorter
This week’s selection is the Gridfinity M3 Bolt Sorter by MakerWorld contributor LayerLux3D.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 12, 2024
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.