Researchers have developed a new form of high-speed volumetric 3D printing they call “AE-VAM”.
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MoBluRF Enables High-Quality Dynamic 3D Capture Using Ordinary Smartphones and Cameras
Researchers have developed a new approach for capturing 3D models using neural radiance fields.
3D Printed Dissolvable PCBs: A New Path to Recyclable Electronics
Researchers have developed a way to 3D print recyclable PCBs.
Researchers Develop Nickel Catalyst to Recycle Mixed Polyolefin Plastics
Researchers have found a way to recycle mixed polymers, or at least some of them.
Open-Source Berkeley Humanoid Lite Democratizes Access to 3D Printed Humanoid Robots
Researchers have developed a low-cost, 3D printable humanoid robot design.
Peanut Shells Added to PLA Yield Sustainable, Antimicrobial 3D Printing Material
Researchers have developed an antimicrobial 3D printer filament using peanut shells.
Researchers Develop AI Model to Predict Properties of Mixed PolyJet Resins
Researchers have developed a method of predicting the engineering properties of mixed resins.
New 3D Printed Microbots Use Magnets and Ultrasound for Precise Drug Release
Researchers have developed an ingenious method of targeted drug delivery using 3D printing.
Researchers Develop First Vitrimer Resin for Consumer-Grade 3D Printing
Researchers have developed the first vitrimer resin for consumer-grade 3D printing.
MIT Develops SustainaPrint to Boost Sustainable Materials in 3D Printing
MIT researchers have developed a new system called “SustainaPrint” that increases the use of sustainable materials.
Researchers 3D Print Auxetic Metamaterial Sensors for Pressure and Motion Detection
Researchers have developed a new type of tactile sensor using additive manufacturing.
ORNL Develops DuAlumin-3D Alloy to Overcome Cracking in Aluminum 3D Printing
Oak Ridge National Laboratory scientists have developed a new aluminium alloy for additive manufacturing.
Researchers Demonstrate Volumetric Color 3D Printing With Translucent Fidelity
Researchers have developed a way to 3D print true volumetric color objects.
ETH Zurich Researchers Develop RAPTURE, a Multimaterial Metal 3D Printing Process
Researchers at ETH Zurich have designed a multimaterial powder 3D printer.
New Attack Method Can Replicate Objects From 3D Printing Video Feed
You might want to turn off your 3D printer’s camera.
Researchers 3D Print Functional Blood Vessels Using Custom Bioink
Researchers have developed a method of 3D printing blood vessels, and that’s quite important.
Velcro-Inspired 3D Printing Innovation Could Transform Reusable and Modular Construction
Researchers at TU Graz have developed a 3D printable “hook and loop” fastener for building components.
Researchers Build Database of 1.2M Correlations to Improve LPBF Repeatability
Researchers have done a comprehensive study to understand and control the variability of the LPBF process.
MIT Researchers Develop 29% Cheaper Titanium Alloy for 3D Printing Applications
Researchers have developed a new titanium alloy and accompanying 3D print process that is quite a bit less expensive.
Researchers 3D Print Microstructures Inside Living Human Cells for the First Time
Researchers have 3D printed structures inside a living cell.
Mixing Moon Dust with PEEK Could Reduce Warping and Improve 3D Printed Part Strength
Researchers have been experimenting with mixing lunar regolith with PEEK for 3D printing.
Gyroid Infill Strength Proven: Researchers Develop Formula for Density-Based Performance
The gyroid infill pattern turns out to be the best infill pattern of them all.
Researchers Use Metal 3D Printing to Develop Shelf-Stable Bacteria-Powered Battery
Researchers have used metal 3D printing to unlock a new method to create and store energy in a “bacteria battery”.
Could LAHB Be the Future of Sustainable 3D Print Filament?
Researchers have investigated the biodegradability of LAHB, a material that has properties of PLA and PHB.
Researchers Identify Optimal 3D-Printed Dome Design for Lunar Crater Habitats
Researchers have figured out the correct way to 3D print domes over lunar craters.
New Enzyme Targets PET Plastics, Opening Path to Sustainable 3D Printing Materials
Researchers have developed a unique enzyme that can decompose PET material.
Researchers 3D Print Robotic Musculoskeletal Structures Using Single-Material Metamaterials
Researchers have developed a way to 3D print robotic musculoskeletal structures in a single material.
JuggerBot 3D and ORNL Partner to Develop Hybrid 3D Printer for Thermoplastics and Thermosets
JuggerBot 3D has inked a deal with the Oak Ridge National Laboratory to develop a 3D printer that can handle both thermoplastics and thermosets.
Forensic Tracing of 3D Printed Parts to Specific Printers Unlikely to be Practical
A research paper investigated the possibility of identifying the specific 3D printer that was used to produce a given part.
New Frozen Deposition Technique Allows 3D Printing of Conductive Polymers
Researchers have found a way to 3D print a biocompatible conductive material.
Using DNA Voxels to Self-Assemble Complex 3D Nanostructures
Researchers have developed a unique way to use DNA to create 3D structures at the nanoscale.
Researchers Develop TomoSAR-Based Drone Scanning for All-Weather 3D Reconstruction
A new approach to airborne 3D scanning has been developed.
Researchers Develop Atomizer: A Nonplanar Slicing Method to Improve Speed and Print Quality
A new research paper describes a nonplanar hardware and software slicing system.
Chinese Researchers Develop Lunar Regolith 3D Printer for Future Moon Construction
Researchers have developed a lunar regolith 3D printer.
MIT Demonstrates Chip-Based 3D Printer, Paving Way for Volumetric and Mobile 3D Printing
A quiet development at MIT might result in significant changes to 3D printing in the future.
New Bioink Enables 3D Printing of Insulin-Producing Cells for Diabetes Therapy
A major breakthrough in bioprinting has occurred.
Sparc3D Sets New Standard for Image-to-3D with Unmatched Model Detail
A new image-to-3D method promises to create even more detail.
Researchers Develop 3D Printed Thermal Insulation from Sustainable Wheat Straw
Researchers have developed a method of 3D printing thermal insulation using wheat straw.
MIT Researchers Develop Low-Temperature Method for 3D Printing Glass
Researchers at MIT have developed a method of 3D printing glass objects at low temperatures.
New brain2print Tool Makes 3D Printing Your Brain Possible
Want to 3D print your brain? You can!
PartCrafter Advances Image-to-3D Mesh Generation with Novel AI Approach
There’s yet another way to generate 3D meshes from 2D images: PartCrafter.
Researchers Use Cold Spray Additive Manufacturing for On-Site Bridge Repairs
A new application for one form of 3D printing has been identified by researchers in Massachusetts.
Groundbreaking Shaking Table Tests Evaluate Seismic Performance of 3DCP Buildings
Researchers are now earthquake-testing 3D-printed structures.
New DARPA-Funded Project Aims to Enable 3D Printing With Scrap Metal
A new project hopes to develop a way to enable widespread 3D printing of scrap metal.
New Research Finds Simple Solution to Improve Layer Adhesion in 3D Concrete Printing
A new research paper suggests a simple method to overcome one of the biggest issues in 3DCP.
University of Tokyo Develops New Thermoplastic That Dissolves in Seawater
Scientists have developed a new plastic that dissolves in seawater.
New SSVP Process Enables Soluble Supports in Resin 3D Printing
A new research paper describes a way to 3D print soluble supports with resin.
Researchers Discover Unique ‘Fingerprints’ in 3D Printed Parts Using AI
A new study has developed a method to identify which 3D printer produced a specific part.
Researchers Develop Nearly Invisible 3D-Printed EEG Electrodes for Comfortable Long-Term Use
Researchers have developed a 3D-printed EEG electrode that’s almost invisible.
SpecOptiBlend Software Solves Color Challenges in DIY Filament Recycling
There’s new software that can help sort 3D print scraps for recycling into properly coloured filament.
NASA Investigates Catastrophic 3D Printed Rocket Engine Failure During Hot Fire Test
Researchers at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center have analyzed what is likely the most spectacular 3D print failure ever seen.
University of Glasgow Opens NextSpace Testrig to Simulate Harsh Space Conditions for 3D Printed Parts
Another big step towards space-based 3D printing has taken place in Scotland.
Full-Color TPP 3D Printing Achieved With Electrically Responsive Resin System
Researchers have figured out a method to generate full colour using the TPP 3D printing process.
New Study Demonstrates 3D Printed Conductive Fabrics for Durable Smart Wearables
New research shows a method of 3D printing electronics into textiles. Textile 3D printing has been around for quite a while, and it has taken two forms: the first was attempts to print the entire textile using complex 3D models simulating fabric — like chain mail. The second, and now more popular approach, is to… Continue reading New Study Demonstrates 3D Printed Conductive Fabrics for Durable Smart Wearables
Researchers Develop Bio-Sourced 3D Printer Resin With Promising Environmental Benefits
Researchers have made a bit of a breakthrough with sustainable 3D printer resins.
New 3D Printing Method Boosts Q-Factor and Enables Miniaturization of RF Devices
Researchers have found a way to produce far smaller 3D-printed RF components.
Researchers Demonstrate 3D Printing Lunar Regolith Without Binders Using SLM Technology
Researchers have been investigating the possibility of 3D printing lunar regolith — without any other materials involved.
Advanced Ceramic 3D Printing Technique Could Unlock Mechanical Applications
Researchers have opened up a new area for ceramic 3D printing: biocompatible mechanics.
Metal Additive Manufacturing Market Grew 25% in 2024 Despite Industry Downturn
Our friends at VoxelMatters have something to say about the metal additive manufacturing market.
Oregon State Researchers Develop New Algorithms to Advance Multi-Axis 3D Printing
I spoke to researchers from Oregon State University, who have been doing some interesting work on 3D print slicing algorithms.
Researchers Demonstrate First 3D Printed Motorless Flying Robot Using Magnetic Fields
Researchers have developed an incredible 3D-printed flying robot that has no traditional motor.
Fraunhofer IFAM Develops High-Purity Polypropylene Filament from Consumer Plastic Waste
Plastic waste is becoming a massive issue, and solutions to deal with 3D printer waste are emerging.
Researchers Develop Mechanochromic 3D-Printed Parts with Built-In Stress Detection
Researchers have developed a method of visually indicating strain on 3D-printed parts.
Researchers Develop Reverse 3D Printer: The “Unprinter”
The 3D printing industry has made incredible strides over the past decade, but one nagging problem persists: what happens to the prints you don’t want?
Experimental 3D Printer Aims to Encode Objects in Hidden Dimensions Predicted by String Theory
Just when you thought 3D printing had reached its limits, researchers are now reaching into unseen realms — literally.
Researchers 3D Print Fully Functional Pneumatic Robot Without Electronics
Researchers have developed a method of 3D printing an entire working robot — without electronics — that works immediately.
Could Maintenance-Free Filters be the Future for Desktop 3D Printers?
I’m reading about a new method of filtering ultrafine particles from the air.
Johns Hopkins Researchers Introduce TCODE tthat Could Replace Legacy GCODE in 3D Printing
Researchers at Johns Hopkins have developed a new protocol that could significantly change how 3D printers work in the future.
New Antagonistic Light Approach Could Boost Accuracy in Microscale 3D Printing
A quiet, but potentially major development in microscale 3D printing has been achieved.
Researchers Develop 3D Printed Artificial Skin for Humanoid Robots
Researchers have developed a method to 3D print a whole-body artificial skin for humanoid robots.
Researchers Achieve Variable Layer Heights in Aluminum WAAM 3D Printing
Researchers have developed a way to 3D print variable height layers in aluminum using WAAM.
Breakthrough in 3D Bioprinting: Fat-Based Tissue Engineering for Wound Healing
Researchers have developed a method to 3D bioprint tissue in a way that can heal wounds.
Assessing AI in Additive Manufacturing: Researchers Introduce FDM-Bench for 3D Printing
Researchers have developed a method of measuring the effectiveness of AI-based additive manufacturing systems.
Researchers Unlock New 3D Food Printing Technique Using Liquid Rope Coiling
Researchers have investigated a new method of 3D food printing.
New Research Identifies Key Workflow Improvements for 3D Concrete Printing
A new research paper explores the workflow used in 3DCP.
New Research Enhances Electrical Conductivity in 3D Printed Materials for Advanced Applications
New research has identified a way to more properly send electrical signals through 3D printed material.
Researchers Use 3D Printing to Study Marangoni Surfers and the Cheerios Effect
Researchers have developed a system for 3D printing Marangoni Surfers to investigate the Cheerios Effect.
Microsoft’s MatterGen AI Could Pave the Way for New 3D Printing Materials
Last month Microsoft announced MatterGen. Could this be useful for 3D printing?
Researchers Develop ‘Poxels’ for Full Color 3D Printed AI Generated Models
Researchers have developed a new way of generating 3D models using AI that produces properly 3D printable results.
New Research Paper Maps the Future of 4D Printing and Its Emerging Applications
A new research paper delivers a comprehensive look at possible applications of 4D printing.
Researchers Develop HoloVAM, Cutting Energy Use in Volumetric 3D Printing by 28.6X
A new technique could supercharge volumetric 3D printing processes.
SPAR3D: A New Hybrid AI Approach for More Accurate 3D Model Generation
A new approach for generating 3D models from 2D images has been announced: SPAR3D.
Fraunhofer’s EHLA Process Boosts Metal Printing Speed and Efficiency
I had a chat with researchers from the Fraunhofer Institute about high-speed laser metal deposition.
New 3D Printing Optimization Method Improves Nano-Lattice Strength by 118%
Researchers have developed a unique method of strengthening microscopic 3D printed lattices.
Smart Architecture: Humidity-Responsive 3D Printed Bioshades Save Energy
A team of researchers has developed a 3D printed “bioshade” that automatically reacts to the environment.
New VI3DP Method Could Eliminate Weak Layers in FFF 3D Printing
Researchers have developed a new 3D printing process that might eliminate the layer adhesion problem, and a lot more.
From Electric Skin to Space Exploration: Ganit Goldstein’s 3D-Printed Smart Fabrics
I had a chat with Ganit Goldstein, who is researching advanced fabric 3D printing.
Breakthrough Silicone Formula Enables Faster 3D Printing of Complex Geometries
A research paper explores a new formulation for silicone that may affect 3D printing.
FPath Project Explores Richard Feynman’s Vision for Tiny-Scale 3D Printing
I’m reading about an interesting open-source project called “FPath”.
DIMON: The AI Model That Drastically Speeds Up Solving Partial Differential Equations
Researchers have made a breakthrough in the ability to solve engineering problems. In a new paper published in Nature entitled, “A scalable framework for learning the geometry-dependent solution operators of partial differential equations”, they explain the current challenges in solving partial differential equations. Partial Differential Equations are a specific type of equation where it is… Continue reading DIMON: The AI Model That Drastically Speeds Up Solving Partial Differential Equations
“Blow Extrusion” Nozzle Promises Lightweight and Efficient 3D Prints
I saw a new 3D print nozzle technology that can print tubular extrusions.
New 3D Printing Method Embeds Optical Sensors in Metal Parts for Micro Reactors
A new application area for additive manufacturing has been identified: micro reactors.
New Algorithm Inspired by Nature Solves Overhang Challenges in Construction 3D Printing
New research focuses on the problem of overhangs with construction 3D printing (3DCP), with a possible solution inspired by nature.
Researchers Develop Recyclable Resin for Sustainable Printing
A recent paper shows a new style of 3D printer resin that could potentially be recycled.
Researchers Develop Predictive Model for Supersonic Metal Particle Bonding
Researchers have found a way to predict the bonding of supersonic metal particles.