Here are my thoughts on seven completely new features I’d like to see on desktop resin 3D printers.
news
3D Printable Model Repository For Ukaine Launched
A group of companies launched a new website dedicated to storing 3D printable models for Ukraine.
Design of the Week: Life Size Godzilla Print
This week’s selection is the Life Size Godzilla Print by Reddit contributor Slayde and team.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 6, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Printing at The Cooper Union
Charles R. Goulding and Johnson Jiang examine how a 3D printing lab helped transform Cooper Union.
Teu2tec Developing Underwater 3D Printing
German innovation company Teu2tec is developing a 3D printer capable of operating underwater.
New AM Materials Round Up, March 4, 2022
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
UpNano’s Ultra High Resolution 2PP 3D Printer
There are few nano-scale 3D printer options, but one comes from UpNano.
Survey Results: Most Well-Known 3D Printer Brands
Which brands of 3D printers are most well-known?
Why Is Aurora Labs Pursuing Aerospace Standards?
After a long period of silence, Aurora Labs announced they have launched a project to attempt to meet certain aerospace manufacturing standards.
OPT Lands US$15M
3D print startup OPT landed a huge US$15M investment.
Post-Pandemic CapEx and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how capital expenditures will increase after the pandemic and how they could benefit 3D printing.
Survey Results: Most Important 3D Printer Purchasing Factors
What are the most important factors to consider when purchasing a desktop 3D printer?
Cornell’s 3D Body Scanning Technology Licensed
LIDAR-based 3D body scanning technology has been licensed by Cornell University to a fashion startup.
BCN3D’s New VLM Process Could Change Resin 3D Printing
BCN3D announced an entirely new 3D printing process using resin, Viscous Lithography Manufacturing, or “VLM”.
ICON Unveils 3D Printed “House Zero”
Construction 3D printer manufacturer ICON revealed a prototype 3D printed house design they call “House Zero”.
Thingiverse’s New Five Second Delay Riles Users
MakerBot implemented changes to Thingiverse that make some users very unhappy.
Desktop Metal Ships First Production System
Desktop Metal announced the first shipment of their Production system to a client, opening the door for significant changes.
Lucite and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the use of Lucite and similar materials in industry and 3D printing.
The Complications of High Speed 3D Printing
There is an ongoing quest to achieve faster and faster 3D print speeds on FFF equipment. But there are a number of challenges.
Seurat Explains More About “Area Printing”
Seurat published a page explaining much more about their fascinating new “Area Printing” concept.
COBOD Releases Construction 3D Printer Configurator
COBOD released an online construction 3D printer Configurator, the first I’ve seen from any provider.
Design of the Week: Cryptide Sneakers
This week’s selection is the shocking Cryptide Sneakers by designer Stephan Henrich.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 27, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Planning Your Automation Project
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how their clients have tackled manufacturing automation.
9T Labs Raises Huge Investment, With a Surprise Investor
9T Labs announced a huge US$17M investment.
Why Is 3D Systems Buying Companies Again?
3D Systems announced the surprise acquisition of not one, but two companies this week. What’s going on?
Xact Metal Adds Dental 3D Printing Solution
This is a bit of a surprise to me: Xact Metal has developed a dental solution for metal applications.
Hands On With The Creality CR-SCAN Lizard, Part 3
Our testing of the CR-Scan Lizard 3D scanning system from Creality continues with post-scan processing and our summary.
Hands On With The Creality CR-SCAN Lizard, Part 2
Our testing of the CR-Scan Lizard 3D scanning system from Creality continues with turntable and handheld modes and software.
Hands On With The Creality CR-SCAN Lizard, Part 1
We were able to obtain a CR-Scan Lizard 3D scanning system from Creality and performed some testing.
Naked Orthopedics and 3D Printed Fingers
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a unique use of 3D printing for prosthetics.
3DGence’s New INDUSTRY F421 3D Printer
3DGence announced a new industrial, high temperature 3D printer, the F421.
Atomic Level 3D Printing Under Development
Funding has been provided to researchers working on an “atomic” 3D printer for producing solar cells.
What Will ICON Do With All That Cash?
ICON announced yet another funding round, bringing their available cash to unprecedented levels.
Bell Helicopters and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how Bell have used a variety of 3D printing technologies and services to make parts for their helicopters.
Fusion3 Announces New “EDGE” Professional 3D Printer
After considerable development, Fusion3 announced their new EDGE 3D printer.
MakeWithTech Launches Thingiverse Customizer
A third-party customizer service can handle Thingiverse 3D models.
Interesting 3D Printer Add-Ons From Modix
Modix announced two interesting new add-ons for their large-format 3D printers.
CASTOR Partners With Ultimaker To Unleash The Parts
CASTOR and Ultimaker announced an agreement to integrate CASTOR’S screening software into Ultimaker Cura.
Using 3D Printed Catalysts To Power Rocket Engines
A PhD student in New Zealand is 3D printing catalysts to enable use of safer rocket propellants.
Design of the Week: QR Code Memorial
This week’s selection is the QR Code Memorial by Michael P. Bourque.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 20, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
3D Printing the Future at Stony Brook University
Charles R. Goulding and Warren Buzzell Jr. look at the contributions to 3D printing that are taking place at Stony Brook University.
Reactions To The Latest Simplify3D V5 News
After last week’s news of a coming new software release from Simplify3D, reactions have been all over the map.
Ten Simultaneous Materials For Powder 3D Printing?
Aerosint proposed an astonishing TEN material powder 3D printing concept.
Essentium Working On Metal 3D Printing Process
It seems that Essentium could soon join the ranks of companies producing metal 3D printers.
How To Assess A 3D Print Enclosure
3D print enclosures are a common homebuilt accessory, but how do you know you’re doing it correctly?
Question of the Week: 3D Printed Beak?
This week’s question is “how would one 3D print a beak for a swan?”
Implications Of Scrona’s New Printhead
AM Ventures announced an investment in startup Scrona AG. But what’s so important about this company?
LVMH and 3D Printing in the Luxury Industry
Charles R. Goulding & Andressa Bonafe look at the use of 3D printing technology in the high-end fashion industry.
Findings From MakerBot’s Latest Industry Survey
MakerBot released their annual “State of 3D Printing” report and as usual it includes some interesting statistics.
OECHSLER is 3D Printing The Way Manufacturers Should
There are many companies now using additive manufacturing approaches, but OECHSLER seems to be doing so successfully by leveraging all the benefits.
What’s New In Z-Suite 3.0.0?
Zortrax released a beta version of their new 3D print management software, Z-Suite.
Hawkeye, Archery, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how media has stimulated the use of 3D printing for the sport of archery.
Additive Manufacturing: We’re Doing It All Wrong
A chat with Essentium CEO Blake Teipel revealed something rather interesting about the additive manufacturing industry.
Artec 3D Launches Significantly Upgraded 3D Scanner
Artec 3D announced the 2022 Leo handheld 3D scanner, which seems to be vastly improved over the previous model.
Valve Releases CAD Model For Customizing Steam Deck
Valve released the design files to enable custom cases for their upcoming Steak Deck device.
Is It Possible To Build Your Own Belt 3D Printer?
Belt 3D printers are becoming more popular, but they can be expensive. Can you build one instead?
Looking At Carbon’s Design Engine Pricing
Carbon has now officially released their Design Engine software.
E3D-Online Adjusts IP Policy For Revo
E3D-Online clarified their position on use of their Revo hot end design.
Design of the Week: VW Beetle Classic
This week’s selection is the VW Beetle Classic by Ed van der Heijden.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 13, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Steel Mills, Scrapyards and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the implications of scrapyard metal recovery efforts.
PowerBelt’s TinyBelt 3D Printer To Launch Soon
PowerBelt3D is set to release a very low-cost belt 3D printer, the TinyBelt.
AM Ventures Adds Materials Startup
AM Ventures announced yet another AM startup in their portfolio: Headmade Materials.
Desktop Metal Rebrands EnvisionTEC to ETEC
Desktop Metal did a rebrand this week.
CONFIRMED: Simplify3D V5 IS ON THE WAY
We now have concrete indications that the long-awaited version 5 of Simply3D could be released shortly.
3D “Capture” App Goes Down
I received a note from Standard Cyborg’s Jeffrey Huber regarding their app, “Capture”.
Authentise Acquires Elements
Authentise acquired Elements, a company providing easy access to manufacturing management services.
2022 Predictions for 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi have some thoughts about what might transpire in the world of 3D printing during 2022.
How Can a 3D Printer Company Persuade New Customers?
To what lengths must a 3D printer manufacturer go in order to convince prospects to become customers?
The Five Great Challenges Additive Manufacturing Must Overcome
What are the remaining barriers to mass use of additive manufacturing?
Pedego, Cycling, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the challenge and opportunities facing bicycle manufacturers.
Design of the Week: Steampunk Light Switch
This week’s selection is the Steampunk Light Switch by John Mulac.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 6, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
New Residential Plant Appliance and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how interest in home gardening has increased could generate more 3D printing activity.
The Basics of Choosing 3D Printer Filament
You just cracked open your new desktop FFF 3D printer. What filaments should you use?
New AM Materials Round Up, February 4, 2022
Several new AM materials were announced in the past week.
Restructuring Asian Toy Supply Chains
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi suggest more use of 3D printing for toy manufacturing could be considered.
Desktop Ceramic 3D Printing At Home
A desktop 3D printer could allow easy ceramic 3D printing at home.
Green 3D Printing On The Rise
There is increasing interest in green 3D printing.
Advancements in the Development of Living 3D Printed Bioinks
Charles R. Goulding and Randall Rothbort examine a new approach for producing bioinks using microbes.
New Cura Enables Much Faster 3D Printing
Ultimaker announced a new version of Ultimaker Cura, which seems to offer much more rapid 3D printing.
Last Call For Our Annual Survey: Win A 3D Printer
Our annual reader survey ends this week, and there’s not much time left to enter to win an amazing desktop 3D printer.
Desktop Health’s Einstein 3D Printers
Desktop Health, a line of business within Desktop Metal, announced a new series of dental 3D printers.
Flooring, Tiling, and 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at how 3D printing might affect the flooring market.
Prusa Discusses 2021 and Beyond
A long post from Josef Prusa held some hints at where the company may be heading next.
Are These Really The Best 3D Printers of 2022?
’ve encountered one of those “Best 3D Printers” stories, and want to tell you why they’re really not informative.
All Objects Could Be Identified: 3D Printing Invisible Labels
A researcher at MIT has developed a method of 3D printing invisible labels on objects.
Can The Military Really Use 3D Printing?
I’ve been wondering about the actual logistics of using 3D printing in military settings, and its a bit more gray than black and white.
3D Printed Objects are Worth a Billion Words
They say a picture is worth a thousand words, and I say that a 3D printed object is worth a billion.
New Program For 3D Printed NFC-Powered Parts
A new development program has been launched for 3D printing applications involving NFCs.
Design of the Week: Wooden Train Track Extensions
This week’s selection are the Wooden Train Track Extensions models by Michal Fanta.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, January 30, 2022
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.