A fascinating new research paper explores the complexities of 3D printing ceramic materials using the LPBF process.
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Shunyu Liu Edges Towards Flawless Metal 3D Printed Parts
The assistant professor of automotive engineering from Clemson University uses computer simulations and real-world tests to shape the future of metal manufacturing.
Advancing Sustainability: Creating UV-Curable 3D Printer Resin from Foam
Researchers have found a way to recycle certain types of thermosets.
Combining Living Cells and Polymer 3D Printing for Water Purification
An interesting project at UCSD pairs living cells with polymer 3D printing.
Unleashing High Viscosity Resins: LSVP 3D Printing Breakthrough
Researchers have developed a new 3D print process “LSVP”, which can apparently handle highly viscous resins.
Analyzing Progress in the #SpeedBoatRace Challenge
What’s the latest on the #SpeedBoatRace challenge? We found out.
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.
Human Tissue 3D Printing Inches Forward at University of Sydney
Using 3D photolithographic printing to create a complex environment for assembling tissue that mimics the architecture of an organ.
Do Consumers Care About 3D-Printed Products?
Markforged survey looks at the average American’s attitude toward additive manufacturing.
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.
BrightMarker: The Invisible Tracking Solution for 3D Printed Objects
A new technique might make it possible to more easily track 3D printed objects.
Taste the Future: 3D Printed Vegan Seafood Developed
You’ve heard about 3D printed steaks. How about 3D printed seafood?
Researchers Demonstrate Melt-Spinning AM System for Tubular Scaffolds
The study led by MERLN Institute for Technology-Inspired Regenerative Medicine at Maastricht University presented a rotating four axis extrusion system for diamond and rectangular pore designs.
Chitosan Revolution: How Insects Could Reshape the Future of 3D Printing
The future of 3D printing could be … insects?
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.
AMGTA Demonstrates Sustainability of Metal Binder Jetting
Research from Yale School of the Environment shows reduction in GHG over traditional metal casting methods.
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.
Xometry Survey Reveals Medical Device Manufacturers Embrace Reshoring
Xometry released a survey with a rather incredible finding about offshoring.
Anisotropic Strength Achieved: Plasma Nozzle Promises to Transform FFF 3D Printing
A unique plasma nozzle could revolutionize FFF 3D printing.
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.
VHAM: Advancing Volumetric 3D Printing for Larger Object Production
A new approach to volumetric 3D printing, VHAM, enables production of larger objects.
Inkjet 4D Print: The Future of Self-Folding 3D Objects?
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a way to 2D print 3D objects.
The Curved Advantage: 3D Printed Electronics for Space Applications
NASA announced a successful test of 3D printed electronics in space.
Researchers Uncover Remarkable Metal Crack-Sealing Ability
Researchers have discovered a way to provoke metals to automatically heal cracks.
Essentium’s Research Reveals 3D Printer Manufacturers’ Missed Opportunity
New research from Essentium points out a key marketing strategy that most 3D printer manufacturers are not using.
Incus and ESA Collaborate for Lunar 3D Printing: Recycling Scrap Metal for Moon Base
Incus has completed a project that verified the possibility of 3D printing metal objects from scraps on the Moon.
How Future 3D Printers Could Speed Up Rapid Prototyping
New research has identified an incredible approach for ensuring print quality for rapid prototyping.
Polymer Scholar: Your Gateway to Advanced Material Properties
A new research tool could unlock access to many new materials, some of which will be suitable for 3D printing.
3D Printing Flexible Objects with Variable Wavelength Lasers
Researchers have identified an unusual way to 3D print flexible materials.
Survey Highlights Growing Interest in Onshoring and 3D Printing for Manufacturing
Marforged issued the results of a survey examining public feelings around use of 3D printing for manufacturing.
Algorithmic Approach to Material Development: Implications for 3D Printing
A new research paper proposes an algorithmic approach for developing new materials, and some of them might be useful in 3D printing.
Innovative PET Recycling: Researchers Develop Electricity-Based Method
Researchers have developed a new approach for recycling PET thermoplastic using electricity.
Enhanced Conductive 3D Printing: Researchers Develop 4D Metallic Gel for 3D Printing
Researchers have developed an unusual 3D printable gel that is not only metallic, but has 4D properties, too.
3D Printing Meets Sustainability: The Promise of Truly Recyclable Material
New research could result in a 3D print material that is truly recyclable.
New Metal 3D Printing Technique: Strengthening Parts with a Bimetallic Radial Approach
New research has developed an unusual and inexpensive way to dramatically strengthen metal 3D prints using a bimetallic radial approach.
ASTM Releases AM In-Situ Technology Readiness Report
Including comprehensive landscape assessments, detailed workshop analyses, targeted expert interviews, and more.
Custom-Fit Healing: Advancements in Wound Dressings through 3D Printing
Researchers at the University of Waterloo have developed a new way to use 3D printing for wound dressings.
UL 200B: A Definitive Guide to Safe 3D Printing for Educational Institutions and Users
There’s a new document from UL describing how to work with 3D printers in a safe manner.
Zortrax’s ESA Project: Exploring the Power of 4D Printing
Zortrax recently completed a project for ESA that involved significant use of 4D printing.
From Polymer to Metal: Aniwaa’s Chart Reveals the Diverse World of 3D Printing
Aniwaa has produced a massively comprehensive chart of known 3D print processes and providers.
Precise Drug Dosage Control: The Power of 3D Printed Pill Geometries
Researchers develop a novel approach to control drug release through complex 3D printed geometry.
Questions About NIR Multi-Material Resin 3D Printing
Researchers have developed an unusual approach for enabling multi-material resin 3D printing.
Engineers Use 3D Printing To Strengthen Key Material Used In Aerospace And Energy Generation Applications
The approach, led by MIT, involves the 3D printing of a metallic powder strengthened with ceramic nanowire.
Enzymes to the Rescue: A Potential Solution for 3D Print Waste
New research on advanced enzymes may eventually lead to solutions for the 3D printing industry.
Wohlers Report 2023: Comprehensive Analysis of Additive Manufacturing Industry
Wohlers Associates has issued their annual report on additive manufacturing.
A-Lab: Accelerating Material Discovery for the Future of 3D Printing
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is beginning to impact various aspects of society, and a new development in additive manufacturing—material design—is no exception.
Revolutionary 3D Printing Material Unveiled by University Student
A groundbreaking new 3D printing material has been developed by a university student, opening up a world of possibilities in the industry.
GRX-810: A Game-Changing 3D Printable Alloy for Harsh Conditions
Researchers have developed a new metal alloy that is not only 3D printable, but also can withstand very extreme environments.
Xometry and Forbes Survey Sheds Light on Manufacturing Trends and AI Integration
Xometry recently released the results of a survey conducted in collaboration with Forbes to gain insights into current manufacturing trends.
Integrated 3D Printed Sensors with Electric Poling Additive Manufacturing
Integrated 3D printed sensors could be coming soon as the result of new research.
MIT Researchers Discover Ancient Roman Secret for Durable 3D Printed Concrete
MIT has discovered something interesting about concrete that could affect construction 3D printing.
Bugging Out: Exploring Insect-Based 3D Printing Materials
New research has demonstrated the feasibility of using insects as a 3D printing material.
Riding the Wave of AM Progress: Essentium Survey Reveals Industry Adoption
Essentium released the results of their annual survey of manufacturing leaders.
Bridging Biology and 3D Printing: Researchers Create Groundbreaking Mesosurface Technique
Researchers have developed a method of 3D printing highly unusual “mesosurfaces”.
New Metal 3D Printing Pen System: A Breakthrough in Manufacturing?
Researchers in Korea have developed a new metal 3D printing pen system for manufacturing.
Researchers 3D Print 17-4 PH Steel Using X-ray Diffraction
Examining the rapid phase changes of materials as the steel was being printed, at the Advanced Photon Source (APS), at the Argonne National Laboratory.
Is it Possible to 3D Print PLA Bicycle Pedals that Meet CEN Standards?
Researchers at Michigan Technological University have been testing whether it’s feasible to 3D print key bicycle parts using common PLA material.
3D Printing in Kitchens: A New Research Paper Predicts Widespread Use
A new research paper predicts widespread use of 3D printers in kitchens to prepare food.
Major Problem Solved in Bioprinting: New Composite Scaffolds Show Promising Results
Researchers seem to have solved a major problem in bioprinting.
Exploring the Cooling Process of Metal 3D Printing Using Particle Accelerators
Researchers have now probed the mysteries of metal 3D printing with particle accelerators.
MIT Develops MechSense to Integrate Sensors into 3D Printed Devices
MIT has developed “MechSense”, a new way to integrate sensors into certain 3D prints.
NASA Announces New Research Institute Focused on Advanced Manufacturing
NASA announced the creation of a new research institute dedicated to advanced manufacturing.
Check Out Ampower’s Updated Comprehensive Overview of Additive Manufacturing Technologies
Ampower has updated their comprehensive additive manufacturing technology overviews.
UC3M Engineers 4D Printer to Print Smart Biomedical Objects
Researchers at UC3M have developed a new 4D printer focused on the biomedical market.
3D Printing of Vividly Colored Mechanochromic Parts
Researchers have developed a method of 3D printing mechanochromic parts.
MIT Researchers Create a 3D Printed Heart Model for Pre-Surgical Experiments
It’s a 3D printed heart, but not quite what you were thinking.
Analyzing the Economic Benefits of Green Fab Lab Network for 3D Printing Waste
I’m reading a paper analyzing the economic effectiveness of the Green Fab Lab Network concept.
Could PLA be Used to 3D Print Prosthetic Joints?
Could PLA be used for 3D printed prosthetics?
3D Print Limestone Objects with BactoInk
Researchers at EPFL Lausanne have discovered a technique to 3D print calcium carbonate using bacteria.
Sustainable Manufacturing of the Future: Reports from Dansk AM Hub and Kimya
Two reports on sustainability were issued this week by additive manufacturing organizations.
Reinforcing 3D Printed Aluminum with Titanium Wire – A Breakthrough in Metal 3D Printing
Chinese researchers have developed a way to reinforce 3D printed aluminum with titanium wire.
NVIDIA’s Magic3D System: Generating High-Resolution 3D Models from Text Prompts
NVIDIA Researchers have developed an improved technique for automatically generating 3D models from text input.
Revealing the Possibilities of Interaction-Free Quantum Cameras
What are the implications for 3D printing from the development of an interaction-free quantum camera?
Investigating a Unique 3D Printing Technique on the International Space Station
An obscure experiment on board the International Space Station could be a path for a very unusual 3D printing technique.
Unlocking a New World of Possibilities with RM-3DP Printing Technology
Researchers from Cambridge have developed a new form of 3D printing called Rotational multimaterial 3D printing, “RM-3DP”.
Can Your 3D Printed Artwork Last 52,000 Years?
Researchers have analyzed the long-term durability of the most commonly 3D printed materials, PLA and ABS.
Examining 3D Printer Prices: Are They Increasing or Decreasing?
Are 3D printer prices rising or falling? It’s not an easy question to answer.
Innovative 3D Printing Method Uses Liquid in Liquid Medium
Researchers from the University of Calgary have developed a “liquid in liquid” 3D printing material.
What CASTOR’s Report Reveals About 3D Printed Part Sustainability
CASTOR has released a report on 3D printed part sustainability, and it has some interesting reveals.
New Research Paper Explores 3D Printing Copper and Steel Within the Same Job
A new research paper describes a method of 3D printing copper and steel within the same job.
Revolutionary Centrifugal Manufacturing Process for 3D Printing Resin
Researchers have developed a new way to 3D print resin in multiple materials using centrifugal force.
Get Your Copy of Women in 3D Printing’s 2022 “Diversity for Additive Manufacturing” Report
Women in 3D Printing released their annual “Diversity for Additive Manufacturing” report earlier this month.
Innovative Solutions: 3D Printing Copper Atoms with Electroplating
Researchers have developed the incredible ability to 3D print copper at atomic scales.
The HIAM 3D Printing Process
I’m reading about a new and highly unusual 3D printing process, “HIAM”.
Sculpteo Released Their 2022 Annual Survey Results
Sculpteo released their fascinating annual survey of 3D printing last week.
3D Printing with Pulp and Paper Waste
TU Delft researchers have demonstrated 3D printing with waste cellulose and lignin materials.
More On Multimaterial Powder Depostion Methods
Our post describing a new approach for multimaterial powder recoating generated some discussion.
Surprising Findings in Essentium’s Annual AM Survey
Essentium released the 2022 edition of their annual additive manufacturing survey.
New Method For Powder-Based Multi-Material 3D Printing Developed
One of the most interesting technologies we observed at Formnext 2022 was a new way to 3D print multiple materials in powder.
AirLogic: 3D Printed Pneumatic Computation
AirLogic is a project to 3D print circuits. Not electronic circuits, but pneumatic circuits.
Salt is the Key To Biodegradable 3D Prints
Researchers have found a method to enable 3D printing of biodegradable polymer objects.
Anisoprint Sets Up 3D Print Centre at Jacobs University
Anisoprint has set up an unusual 3D print research centre at Jacobs University in Bremen, Germany.
FInally, 3D Printed Mosquito Repellent
Scientists have developed a method of using 3D printing to deliver powerful mosquito repellent.