Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take a closer look at how the growing global plastics crisis is colliding with the future of manufacturing, and why the 3D printing industry may become part of the solution rather than part of the problem.
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Multiscale 3D-Printed Knits Show Tunable Mechanics
A new research paper reports multiscale 3D printed knits that use entanglement to deliver programmable mechanical responses.
Bambu Lab Unveils A2L Large-Format Desktop 3D Printer
Bambu Lab announced a new and larger desktop FFF 3D printer, the A2L.
New York’s New 3D Printing Legislation Raises Questions About Feasibility
It happened last week: New York State actually passed their unbelievably infeasible 3D-printed weapon legislation.
Creality Reveals KliTek Nozzle-Swapping System
Creality has joined the no-waste 3D printing club with the surprise announcement of “KliTek”.
Design of the Week: Manual
This week’s selection is “Manual”, a 3D printed book by Hyperpress.
Study Flags FFF Filament Uniformity For Electrodes
A new study digs into how Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) changes the performance of carbon-loaded plastics used as 3D printed electrodes.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 31, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
How do Israel-UAE 3D Printing Partnerships Drive Section 41 R&D Tax Credit Eligibility?
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe analyze how the strengthening Israel-UAE relationship is forging a strategic regional ecosystem centered on additive manufacturing and industrial supply chain resilience.
Steakholder Foods Plans US Launch of Perfecta 3D-Printed Plant-Based Meat Products
Some news from Steakholder Foods: they are launching a new product in the US.
Chinese Patent Targets Combined 3D Printer Plotter
A newly published Chinese patent application describes a machine that can switch between FFF 3D printing and pen-based writing or drawing without manual toolhead replacement.
Atum3D and AMSYSTEMS Merge to Form Atum Systems
A small corporate merger in the 3D print world took place this week.
EOS Patent Targets Higher SLS Powder Reuse
EOS has filed a patent application that could make polymer powder reuse in SLS more efficient.
Study Tests Recycled FGF Polymers For Dental Models
A new paper proposes that pellet-based Fused Granular Fabrication using recycled polymers, which could make dental and orthodontic models cheaper and greener.
Building Codes and Regulation May Determine the Future Growth of 3D Printed Construction
Regulation may be the least fun part of 3D printed construction, but it determines whether 3DCP can move past demonstrations.
Canon Patent Targets Easier Inkjet Support Removal
Canon Production Printing has filed a European patent application for a different way to remove support material from UV inkjet 3D printed structures.
Recyclable Resin Could Bring Sustainability To High Resolution SLA
Researchers have developed a recyclable photopolymer resin that can be printed, melted, and printed again.
Polymesh and the New Geometry of Watchmaking in MING’s 3D Printed Titanium Strap
Charles R. Goulding and Nimra Shakoor spotlight how MING’s 3D printed titanium Polymesh strap leverages sub-70-micron additive manufacturing and complex lattice geometries to redefine luxury watchmaking while qualifying for significant R&D Tax Credits.
NTU 3D Prints Self-Sensing Soft Continuum Robot
Researchers at Nanyang Technological University have 3D printed sacrificial molds to create a self-sensing soft continuum robot that reconstructs its shape with machine learning.
Ten Potential Disruptions That Could Reshape the 3D Printing Industry
What developments in 3D printing could truly disrupt the industry?
Phase Light Modulators Could Make Volumetric 3D Printing Far More Practical
Researchers have shown a much more efficient holographic approach to volumetric 3D printing.
Trinckle Patents User Guided 3D Printing Configuration
Trinckle 3D has published a pair of German patent applications that point toward a very specific problem in additive manufacturing: how do you let less experienced users customize 3D printed parts without letting them break the part?
Hubbell’s US$3 Billion NSI Industries Acquisition Could Reshape Electrical Infrastructure and Lighting
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how Hubbell’s $3 billion acquisition of NSI Industries and the integration of 3D printing technology signal a transformative era for electrical infrastructure innovation and R&D Tax Credit opportunities.
DIW vs DLP: Tuning Strength In Ceramic Honeycombs
New research directly compares DIW and DLP for alumina honeycomb substrates, showing how nozzle and layer choices control strength and accuracy.
Where Are Those 3D Printed ABS Fumes Going?
A Reddit photo showing heavy residue collected after more than 3,000 hours of ABS printing is a vivid reminder that printer emissions are a serious issue.
Containerized ARCEMY Metal Printer Deployed At Navy CoE
AML3D has installed its first portable, containerized ARCEMY metal 3D printing system at the US Navy’s Additive Manufacturing Centre of Excellence.
Bosch Patent Targets Hotter FFF Nozzle Control
Bosch has filed a German patent application for a 3D printer printhead with a heated ring around the nozzle.
AI Spending Surge Meets Industrial Reality: What It Means for Additive Manufacturing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi share insights from a recent Deloitte seminar, connecting today’s AI boom to tomorrow’s factory floor innovations.
Researchers Propose AM Framework for Kaaba Kiswah Embroidery
A new research paper proposes a practical framework for using additive manufacturing in the sacred gold thread embroidery of the Kaaba’s Kiswah.
The Growing Family Tree of Slic3r-Based Software
With the controversy over open-source 3D print slicing software continuing, I thought I’d check on the current state of these tools.
3DCP May Drive a Revival of Brutalist Architectural Design
I had a thought about how 3DCP architecture may play out.
3D Printing Continues to Reshape Rocket Engine Design as Agnikul Tests New Engine
Yet another company has developed a fully 3D-printed rocket engine. This time it is Agnikul.
Design of the Week: T-Rex Head Squirrel Feeder
This week’s selection is the T-Rex Head Squirrel Feeder by MakerWorld contributor joBin.
Researchers Map The Path To AI Guided 3D Food Printing
A new research paper lays out how extrusion 3D food printing and AI could deliver truly personalized, plant-based meals.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 24, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Teeing-Off at the 90th Masters with 3D Printing: Bryson DeChambeau’s R&D Innovation
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe detail the technical experimentation required to bypass traditional forging and casting in favor of 3D printed equipment that enhances ball speed and clinical precision.
Researchers Successfully 3D Print Living Cornea
A report said that researchers have been able to successfully 3D print a living cornea.
UltiMaker Launches Factor 4 Plus for Industrial Manufacturing
UltiMaker announced a new professional 3D printer, the UltiMaker Factor 4 Plus.
Lynxter and Igus Introduce Specialized 3D Printing Materials
Two interesting new 3D print materials appeared this week.
New Prusa Patent Targets Cleaner FFF Nozzle Starts
A new Czech patent application from Prusa Development describes a new way to clean dirty nozzles.
Modal Analysis Of 3D Printed Layered Composite Beams
A new study maps how 3D printed layered composite beams behave under vibration and lists ways to tune stiffness and damping.
Snapmaker Scoops Up the Full Spectrum Guy
A surprise announcement from Snapmaker today has a noted developer joining their team.
Hands On with the Elegoo Carbon Centauri CANVAS Upgrade, Part 3
Our review of the Elegoo Centauri Carbon CANVAS upgrade concludes with operations, software, print results and final thoughts. This is part three of a three part series, please read parts one and two. Elegoo Carbon Centauri CANVAS Upgrade Operations Elegoo supplied some pre-sliced sample GCODE files to test out the CANVAS, so we copied one… Continue reading Hands On with the Elegoo Carbon Centauri CANVAS Upgrade, Part 3
Hands On with the Elegoo Carbon Centauri CANVAS Upgrade, Part 2
Our look at the Elegoo Centauri Carbon CANVAS upgrade continues with unboxing, assembly, setup and calibration. This is part two of a three part series, please read parts one and three. CANVAS Upgrade Unboxing and Assembly The CANVAS upgrade for the CC1 ships in a modestly sized cardboard box approximately 44cm x 30cm x 15cm… Continue reading Hands On with the Elegoo Carbon Centauri CANVAS Upgrade, Part 2
Hands On with the Elegoo Carbon Centauri CANVAS Upgrade, Part 1
We’ve been testing the Elegoo Centauri Carbon CANVAS upgrade. This is part one of a three part series, please read parts two and three. CANVAS Upgrade Background Founded back in 2015 in China’s Silicon Valley, Shenzhen, Elegoo have been busy designing and manufacturing many different models of resin & FFF printers. The Centauri Carbon was… Continue reading Hands On with the Elegoo Carbon Centauri CANVAS Upgrade, Part 1
The Meteoric Rise of the Czechoslovak Group Amid the Ukraine War
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze CSG’s rapid expansion, acquisitions, and production surge driven by the Ukraine conflict and shifting global supply chains. The Czechoslovak Group (CSG) is one of the fastest-growing defense manufacturers in Europe today. What makes its story notable is not just scale, but speed. In roughly a decade, it has… Continue reading The Meteoric Rise of the Czechoslovak Group Amid the Ukraine War
Study Maps FFF Tolerances Across Scale, Infill, Materials
A new study delivers a tolerance catalog for FFF parts and shows why scaling STL files can hurt inclined feature accuracy.
Flashforge and Meshy Partnership Streamlines AI-Generated Multicolor 3D Printing Workflow
This is interesting: Meshy is partnering with Flashforge.
Creality Officially Launches Hong Kong IPO With Huge Estimated Valuation
It looks like the Creality IPO is now live. Multiple reports have the company launching a Hong Kong public offering on the HKEX. A prospectus has been issued for Shenzhen Creality 3D Technology Co., Ltd., with stock code 3388. What does this mean? The long-awaited move to a public company by Creality is now officially… Continue reading Creality Officially Launches Hong Kong IPO With Huge Estimated Valuation
Stick Tech Patent Targets Easier Print Removal
Stick Tech has published a patent application for getting a finished part off the build surface.
Kone’s Acquisition of TK Elevator: Private Equity Cashes Out as 3D Printing Gets a Lift
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how Kone’s blockbuster acquisition of TK Elevator delivers a major private equity payday while quietly setting the stage for expanded use of 3D printing across the global elevator industry.
IR Nozzle Preheat Lifts PEI FFF Strength, Stability
Researchers report an IR nozzle preheating method that boosts PEI extrusion strength and cuts warping while avoiding a 200C chamber.
New BambuStudio Feature Converts Textured 3D Models Into Automatically Painted Prints
Bambu Lab released a new beta version of BambuStudio that includes a very intriguing feature.
Prusa Expands Into Aerospace Applications With New Space-Ready 3D Printing Material
Prusa Research has just released a new filament product designed for use in space.
Patent Targets Dual Material DLP Printing
Shanghai JIZHI Zongheng Technology has patented a compact approach to dual-material resin 3D printing.
3D Printing for All: Lessons from Hospitals That Built It From the Ground Up
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe show why starting small, investing in people, and following clinical demand are the real drivers behind successful hospital-based 3D printing programs.
AI Post-Slicing GCODE Lowers FFF Material Use
A new research paper shows AI and curvature-aware post-slicing can cut FFF material use by about a quarter without touching CAD or the slicer.
The Bambu Lab / Open Source Dispute Is Not What You Think It Is
There’s something going on with the Bambu Lab / Open Source situation, and it is not what you think.
Tvasta Differentiates Cedar 3D Printer With AI-Based Concrete Mix Optimization
I ran across yet another new concrete 3D printer manufacturer, this time in India. What’s going on here?
3D Printed Ceramic Shingles: A New Application Area
A new facade concept using 3D printed ceramic shingles shows how additive manufacturing adds light control and geometric variety to one of the oldest building components.
Design of the Week: Spill & Refill Coffee Mug Fidget
This week’s selection is the Spill & Refill Coffee Mug Fidget by MakerWorld contributor 3DPmom.
LPBF Modular Fan Blades Target Quieter HVAC
German researchers used laser powder bed fusion to create modular metal fan blades that slash the cost and time of aeroacoustic experiments.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 17, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Printing Is Keeping Naval Fleets Afloat for Longer
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take a closer look at how additive manufacturing is helping the Navy manage record-breaking deployments and unexpected repairs at sea.
David Tobin Is Fighting California’s 3D Printer “Ghost Gun” Bill
California’s AB2047 is one of the most troubling pieces of 3D printing legislation ever proposed.
Creality IPO Moves Closer as Company Enters Final Listing Phase
It looks like Creality is a big step closer to its IPO.
LOOP Filament Recycler Shows Little Progress as Launch Dates Continue to Slip
It’s time for an update on LOOP, “the world’s first desktop 3D filament maker”.
Legacy Management Still Slows Adoption of 3D Printing in Large Manufacturers
A brief encounter with a manufacturer revealed an ongoing problem in 3D printing.
Study Maps Reuse Paths For SLS Waste Powder
A new study looks at something many SLS operators already know oh too well: old powder piles up.
Water Washable Resin Should Die
Water washable resin should be discontinued, and that’s my opinion.
Creality Patent Suggests Faster Filament Switching For FFF Printing
A new patent application by Creality describes a way to make filament changes faster in FFF 3D printers.
Microplastics May Be an Even Bigger Problem Than We Thought
New research adds a troubling new dimension to 3D printing waste: it may be contributing not only to pollution, but also to climate change.
From Wright Brothers to Air Taxis: Joby Aviation’s Bold Manufacturing Bet in Dayton
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Joby Aviation’s Dayton expansion signals a turning point in scalable eVTOL manufacturing.
Researchers Prototype 3D Printed Pediatric Knee Joint
A research paper describes the “Pedi-knee”, a 3D printed prototype of a pediatric knee joint.
Peopoly Launches GIGA 800 FGF 3D Printer With Large-Format Pellet Printing Capability
Peopoly announced the GIGA 800 FGF 3D printer.
New Resin 3D Printer Can Print In Multiple Materials
I’m looking at a new and upcoming device from Polysynth that claims to be a multimaterial resin 3D printer.
3D Prod Acquires Sculpteo
Sculpteo has a new owner: 3D Prod.
From Airflow to ROI: Why Madison Air’s IPO Matters for 3D Printing
Charles R Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how Madison Air’s blockbuster IPO highlights the growing role of 3D printing and energy efficiency in transforming the HVAC industry.
Rice Husk Biochar Helps PLA Slide Better
Researchers may have found a useful role for rice husk waste in 3D printing: making PLA parts slide better and wear less.
Bambu Lab Cloud Access Dispute Highlights Tensions With Open Source Community
There’s been a bit of a controversy brewing over Bambu Lab’s policies, but it’s really a collision of concepts.
Robot Assembled Voxels Could Challenge Concrete 3D Printing
A new MIT study suggests robot assembled voxels may be better than 3DCP for sustainability.
Bambu Lab Patent Describes Smarter 3D Printer Heating
Shenzhen Tuozhu Technology has filed a patent application for a 3D printer control system that manages heating loads more intelligently.
On Schaeffler’s Factory Floor, Robots and 3D Printers Are Rewriting the Rules
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe break down how Schaeffler is blending automation and additive manufacturing to tackle labor shortages and redefine production flexibility.
Titomic Lands at Iowa State: Cold Spray Moves Further into Research and Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take a closer look at Titomic’s growing academic footprint and what its new Iowa State partnership reveals about the future of cold spray technology.
Researchers Map Speed To Resonance In Desktop FFF Printers
A new open-access paper proposes a verifiable mapping between toolhead speed and vibration frequency on desktop FFF machines, aiming to make input shaping easier and improve high-speed print quality by targeting mechanical resonances more directly.
Bambu Lab Launches Food Safe Filament … In China
Bambu Lab announced the availability of a line of food-safe 3D printer filament materials.
Researchers Explore Two Very Different Routes To Plastic Breakdown
Two new polymer studies explore methods to biologically dismantle plastic.
Roboze Strengthens Digital Supply Chain Strategy With Acquisition of DiManEx
Roboze has acquired DiManEx. Wait, who are they?
Design of the Week: Spooletarium
This week’s selection is the Spooletarium by Printables contributor M4NU.
Computer Vision And ML Defect Detection In Concrete AM
A new research review looks at how computer vision and machine learning could be used to spot defects in 3D printed concrete.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, May 10, 2026
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Generative Braces Move Into Metal: An Interview with LightForce’s James Lawton
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe detail the R&D tax credit implications for medical device innovators who overcome manufacturing uncertainties to produce unique brackets individualized across six distinct dimensions.
Why Recycling 3D Printer Scraps Will Never Work
Perhaps this is a controversial viewpoint, but I am now thinking that recycling of 3D print waste is a lost cause.
“WoolyFil” Uses Natural Wool Pigments to Color PLA Filament
Wool filament? Not exactly.
DTU Patent Targets Scanned Vat Photopolymerization
Technical University of Denmark has patented a resin 3D printing concept that moves the optics instead of exposing a whole layer at once.