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Hands On With The Anycubic Wash & Cure Max, Part 2
Our look at the Anycubic Wash & Cure Max concludes with a look at operations, print results and final thoughts.
Hands On With The Anycubic Wash & Cure Max, Part 1
We’ve been testing the unusual Wash & Cure Max post processing system from Anycubic.
Breaking News: Apple Explores 3D Printing for Next-Gen Watch Casings
Charles Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider the latest rumors of Apple apparently using metal 3D printing.
High-Speed 3D Printing On the Rise: Who’s Joining the Fast Lane?
Which desktop 3D printer companies have entered the high speed 3D printing race?
Thought 3D’s Study Sheds Light on the Science of Drying Nylon Filament
Thought 3D has published a very interesting study on drying nylon filament.
Introducing the M5C: AnkerMake’s Affordable High-Speed 3D Printer
Ankermake released the M5C, a variant of their popular M5 3D printer.
Beyond Moore’s Law: The Rise of Chiplets in the Tech Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Fraser Lintott explore how additive manufacturing can improve the process of fabricating chips.
Introducing Meltio Space: The Slicing Software Powering Meltio’s Robotic Metal 3D Printing
Meltio has released a unique slicing system for its 3D printer.
Driving Innovation: 3D Scanning’s Impact on Automotive Upgrades
One of the key applications for 3D scanning is automotive repair and enhancement.
Micro 3D Printing Meets Dentistry: BMF’s Technology Reshapes Dental Veneer Manufacturing
BMF announced a very unusual new application for their micro 3D printer: dental veneers.
TransDigm Can Take Aerospace 3D Printing to New Heights
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss aerospace industry giant TransDigm and how 3D printing can positively impact the business after a recent acquisition.
Hands On With The 3DMakerpro Seal 3D Scanner, Part 3
Our look at the Seal and Seal Lite 3D scanners from 3DMakerPro concludes with Software, Scan Results and Final Thoughts.
Hands On With The 3DMakerpro Seal 3D Scanner, Part 2
Our review of 3DMakerPro’s Seal and Seal Lite 3D scanners continues with a look at operations, both desktop and mobile.
Hands On With The 3DMakerpro3DMakerpro Seal 3D Scanner, Part 1
We had the opportunity to check out 3DMakerPro’s latest 3D scanners, the Seal and Seal Lite.
Sensors and AI: The Next Frontier in Enhancing 3D Printing Technology
I’ve thinking a lot lately about sensors on 3D printers.
Stratasys Calls Extraordinary Meeting: What are the Implications?
Stratasys has called an Extraordinary Meeting of its shareholders, but what does that mean?
MX3D Introduces Enormous Robotic 3D Metal Printing Machine
MX3D announced today a new large robotic system for 3D printing metal parts.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Airless Bicycle Tire
This week’s selection is the 3D Airless Bicycle Tire by designer Brendan Carberry.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 27, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Ibon Iribar de Cemex Ventures habla sobre la impresión 3D en la industria de la construcción
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe hablan con Ibon Iribar sobre avances y applicaciones de la impresión 3D en el area de construcción en Cemex.
Cemex Ventures’ Ibon Iribar Discusses 3D Printing in the Construction Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe speak to Ibon Iribar about ongoing developments and applications of construction 3D printing at Cemex.
Automate Your Prusa: Meet JobOx – The Mini-Factory for 3D Printing
Want to transform your Prusa 3D printer into a mini-factory? Enter “JobOx”.
From Italy to Everywhere: Roboze’s Reseller Network Expands Worldwide
Roboze announced yet more resellers for their products, illustrating the critical importance of resellers to manufacturers.
From Frankfurt to Austin: Formnext’s Transcontinental Journey to the USA
Formnext is coming up soon, and it’s not where you might think it is located.
Yale’s Funbotics Camp: How Creality is Contributing to 3D Printing Training
Creality recently concluded its sponsorship of Yale University’s first Funbotics Camp.
AI-Driven 3D Printing: Unveiling the Future of Unusual and Practical Parts
We could see an increase of very unusual yet practical 3D printed parts in the near future due to AI technology.
Flush of Innovation: 3D Printed Material Creates Self-Cleaning Toilets
Researchers have developed an unusual 3D printed material that is incredibly slippery, ideal for toilets.
Journey into Additive Manufacturing: A Conversation with Miaomiao Zhao
Nora Touré interviews Miaomiao Zhao.
Feel the Future: 3D Printing Paving the Way for Tactile Robots
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe explore examples of 3D printing techniques used to improve robotic systems.
Upgrade Your IKEA Experience with New Assistive 3D Prints from Enable 3D and Uppgradera
Enable 3D and Uppgradera have released a new set of assistive 3D prints designed for IKEA products.
Neuralangelo: NVIDIA’s New Open Source AI Tool Redefines 3D Surface Reconstruction
NVIDIA has released new open source code for Neurangelo, a powerful AI-based 3D tool.
End of an Era? Microsoft Finally Pulls the Plug on the Kinect’s Rollercoaster Journey
Microsoft announced they are finally, probably, almost certainly, discontinuing the venerable Kinect.
Manufacturing Supercycle Unleashed: How Foreign Investments and Legislative Acts Are Redefining US Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the potential for additive manufacturing’s role in a manufacturing renaissance.
3D Printing Giants’ Merger Faces US DOJ Antitrust Examination
The US Department of Justice is looking into Stratasys’ merger activities.
Cargill’s Revolutionary Approach: 3D Printing Plant-Based Foods for a Growing World
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take a look at companies like Cargill and other startups taking on 3D printed plant protein.
Unintended Printathon: Bambu Lab’s Cloud Mishap Spurs Debate
Something crazy happened to the Bambu Lab community, and it’s causing a controversy.
Beyond Hardware: The Crucial Role of Software in Micro 3D Printing
While we spend much time contemplating the hardware of 3D printing, the software is just as important.
Strategies for Economical Filament Sourcing in 3D Printing Ventures
Are there options for lowering the cost of filament?
Design of the Week: Filament Winder
This week’s selection is the Filament umspulen by Thingiverse contributor Georg Wittschier
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 20, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Inspiring the Future: Watsco’s Vision at Maker Faire Miami
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reflect on Maker Faire 2023, hosted by Watsco in Miami, Florida.
Why No Desktop SLS Printers Yet? Unraveling the Cost and Complexity
We have consumer-level filament and resin 3D printers, why don’t we have consumer SLS 3D printers?
Optical Innovation: How ‘Flat Lenses’ Could Redefine 3D Scanning Technology
There could be a significant shift in how 3D scanners work in the near future.
BrightMarker: The Invisible Tracking Solution for 3D Printed Objects
A new technique might make it possible to more easily track 3D printed objects.
From Cobots to Humanoids: The Evolution of Robots in Warehouses
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the increase and integration of humanoid robots in manufacturing and warehouses.
Cubee’s Innovative Twist: Introducing the First ‘Record Label’ for 3D Designers
I’m reading an unusual press release from Cubee where they announce the first “Record Label” for 3D Designers.
Unlocking Enterprise Potential: Xometry’s New Cloud Collaboration Tool
Xometry announced a new cloud feature for their manufacturing service.
Planificación quirúrgica digital: una entrevista con el cofundador y CEO de TECHFIT, Mauricio Toro
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe tienen una conversación interesante con Mauricio Toro, cofundador y director ejecutivo de TECHFIT.
Digital Surgery Planning: An Interview with TECHFIT’s Co-founder and CEO Mauricio Toro
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe have an engaging conversation with Mauricio Toro, co-founder and CEO of TECHFIT.
Hands On with CSM’s Image to 3D Service
Today we’re looking at CSM’s AI image to 3D service.
Terminology Turmoil: FDM, FFF, MEX, and the Quest for Accuracy
The plot thickens regarding the use of “FFF”.
Taste the Future: 3D Printed Vegan Seafood Developed
You’ve heard about 3D printed steaks. How about 3D printed seafood?
The Future of Grocery Shopping: Hands-Free, Human-Free Checkout Experience
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss supermarkets embracing automation technologies, such as contactless pickup.
From Large to Ultra Large: SLM Solutions Acquires Adira AddCreative
SLM Solutions made an interesting move this past week, acquiring a very large system for their equipment catalog.
Chitosan Revolution: How Insects Could Reshape the Future of 3D Printing
The future of 3D printing could be … insects?
Boston Micro Fabrication Accelerates with Recent Investment and Innovations
Boston Micro Fabrication is on the move.
Unlocking MSLA’s Secrets: 3 Core Concepts for Better Resin 3D Prints
Resin 3D printing is quite challenging, but three concepts truly helped me understand how the process really works and made my printing more reliable.
Silence Speaks: Stratasys Takeover Saga Enters Stealth Mode
It’s been a week and the Stratasys takeover news has been noticeably quiet. What does this mean?
Design of the Week: Foldable Hanger
This week’s selection is the Foldable Hanger by Printables contributor wuguigui.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 13, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Record Excavator Sales Reflect Construction Boom: Implications for 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi foresee increasing use of construction 3D printers.
Hands On With The Flashforge Adventurer 4 Pro, Part 3
Our hands-on review of the Flashforge Adventurer 4 Pro concludes with a look at its specialized software, print results and final thoughts.
Hands On With The Flashforge Adventurer 4 Pro, Part 2
Our hands-on review of the Flashforge Adventurer 4 Pro continues with a look at operational procedures and capabilities.
Hands On With The Flashforge Adventurer Pro 4, Part 1
We’ve been testing the new Flashforge Adventurer 4 Pro for the past few weeks, and here’s what we found.
Could Resin 3D Printers Face Future Bans? Safety Concerns Arise
Could desktop resin 3D printers be banned in the near future?
A Safer Path to 3D Printing: New Research Signals Non-Toxic Resin Possibility
Could there be a path to truly safe, non-toxic 3D printer resin? New research indicates this could be the case.
Ghost Guns and 3D Printing: US Supreme Court Sets Precedent in Recent Ruling
A ruling in the US Supreme Court involved 3D printing.
AnkerMake M5: The AI-Powered 3D Printer that Caught Gaining Attention
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi have a look at the AnkerMake 5 3D printer.
Question of the Week: Printing Large Outdoor Sculptures
This week’s question is how one can 3D print large outdoor sculptures.
Protolabs Powers Up: Unveiling Massive Expansion to Fuel DMLS 3D Printing Growth
Protolabs announced a very significant expansion.
Breaking Barriers: EOS Unveils AM Turnkey Service to Streamline 3D Printing Launch
EOS announced a rather unusual service they call “AM Turnkey” for industrial clients.
AMGTA Demonstrates Sustainability of Metal Binder Jetting
Research from Yale School of the Environment shows reduction in GHG over traditional metal casting methods.
Fashioning Sustainability: ROOTS 3D-Printed Footwear Fuses Artistry and Eco-Consciousness
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a new 3D printed design that was inspired by nature.
Upgrading Your Desktop 3D Printer: Is It Time for an Update?
Should you upgrade your desktop 3D printer?
Introducing CSM: AI-Powered 2D Images to 3D Models
There’s a new and powerful AI-based 3D model generator, CSM.
DLR’s ‘3D-LoCoS’ Project: Innovating Low Cost Space Components through 3D Printing
The German Institute of Materials Research at DLR has been working on ways to 3D print space propulsion systems.
Hands on with Imagine 3D
Today we’re taking a look at Luma AI’s Imagine 3D, a text-to-3D service.
3D Printing for the Frontline: SPEE3D’s Breakthrough Military Demonstration
SPEE3D has demonstrated their AM capability in war — almost.
Xometry Survey Reveals Medical Device Manufacturers Embrace Reshoring
Xometry released a survey with a rather incredible finding about offshoring.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, August 6, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
When the Heavens Went on Sale: The Rocket Pioneers Revolutionizing Space
Charles R. Goulding looks at a new book detailing the history of new aerospace companies that heavily use 3D printing.
Stratasys Takeover Saga: The Final Verdict Revealed Today?
Today is the date when the outcome of the Stratasys takeover saga could be determined.
Monetize Your 3D Designs: Exploring Prusa’s New Printables Clubs
Prusa Research has launched their “club” feature on Printables.
Perspectivas sobre bioimpressão 3D:conversa com uma pesquisadora brasileira
Andressa Bonafe e Charles Goulding entrevistam um pesquisador líder para aprender mais sobre o estado da bioimpressão.
Perspectives on 3D Bioprinting: Conversation with a Brazilian Researcher
Andressa Bonafe and Charles Goulding interview a leading researcher to learn more about the state of bioprinting.
FDM or FFF: What’s the Right Term for 3D Printing?
Another day, another misuse of the term “FDM”.
Anisotropic Strength Achieved: Plasma Nozzle Promises to Transform FFF 3D Printing
A unique plasma nozzle could revolutionize FFF 3D printing.
Aurora Labs Secures ISO 9001:2015 Certification
Aurora Labs has received a useful certification.
3D Printing Picnic Paraphernalia: Fun and Functional Outdoor Solutions
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi will be 3D printing ahead of their picnics this summer.
Eco-Friendly 3D Printing on the Horizon: Could Mineral Plastics Be the Answer?
New research shows a potential path to significantly reduce petrochemical-based plastic use, possibly including in 3D printing.
Revolutionizing Orthodontics: How 3D Printing Achieves True Success
We all hope for the success of 3D print technology, but what does that success actually look like?
Rethinking Management: Embracing an Additive Approach to Employee Growth
Modern organizations focus on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and maximizing an individual’s short-term output.
From Wedding Drones to War Drones: Ukraine’s Unconventional 3D Printing Pivot
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how 3D printer applications shift in times of war.
From Software to Hardware: Will 3D Printer Manufacturers Embrace Subscriptions?
What happens when 3D printer manufacturers catch on to the subscription craze?