A research paper investigated the possibility of identifying the specific 3D printer that was used to produce a given part.
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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.
NASA Explores Laser Welding in Space: Implications for 3D Printing
NASA is launching a new scientific research project that may impact future 3D printing.
New 3D Bioprinter Replicates Brain Tissue, Bone and Cartilage at High Speed
University of Melbourne biomedical engineers aim to improve drug discovery with high-output process.
DIP Technology Surpasses Volumetric Printing Speeds with Innovative Resin Flow Solution
A radically new and incredibly fast 3D printing process has been developed: Dynamic Interface Printing, or “DIP”.
Researchers Develop Carbon-Doped Metal Alloy with Enhanced Cryogenic Strength
Researchers have developed a new 3D printable metal alloy that has exceptional cryogenic properties.
Researchers Develop Algorithms to Improve Accuracy of Complex 3D Scans
A new approach to point cloud processing could dramatically enhance the accuracy of complex 3D scans.
Introducing MobiPrint: Print Objects Anywhere in Your Space with Mobile 3D Printing
Researchers unveiled “MobiPrint”, a home mobile 3D printer.
ORNL Develops Crack-Free 3D Printable Metal Alloy for Extreme Temperatures
Researchers at ORNL have developed a new crack-free 3D printable metal alloy that can withstand temperatures above 1315C.
New Speed Modulated Ironing Technique Adds Color and Texture Control to FFF 3D Printing
A new ironing technique implements color changes in FFF 3D printing.
New AI Technique Pioneers Accurate Mechanical 3D Model Generation Using BREP Geometry
Research is proceeding on ways to use AI techniques to generate solid mechanical 3D models.
Researchers Unveil HDSP: A High Speed 3D Printing Process Based on Sound Waves
An entirely new and incredibly fast method of 3D printing has been developed that is based on sound: HDSP.
3D Printed Meat: Edible but Lacking Flavor, WIRED Review Finds
An article in WIRED describes the experience of eating 3D printed meat.
New Research Identifies Promising Solutions to 3D Printing’s Microplastic Waste Problem
Two new research papers suggest there are possible ways to help solve the microplastic crisis.
MIT Researchers Explore 3D Printed Glass as a Sustainable Alternative to Concrete in Construction
MIT researchers have developed a method to use sustainable glass as a structural building material.
Soldier Creates Functional Part with No Prior Experience Using SPEE3D’s Metal 3D Printer
SPEE3D just did something that shouldn’t normally be possible.
Non-Planar 3D Print Ironing May Soon Be Available In All Slicers
Researchers have identified an effective way to “iron” non-planar surfaces when 3D printing.
New DLP-Based Technique Could Make High-Temperature PEEK 3D Printing More Accessible
Researchers have proposed a method of 3D printing high temperature PEEK material using DLP technology.
New MVAM Technology Uses Microwaves to Overcome Volumetric 3D Printing Limitations
Researchers have developed a novel method of volumetric 3D printing using microwaves that could speed up resin 3D printing considerably.
ORNL Explores Advanced Robotic 3D Printing for Complex Hydroelectric Runner Production
Oak Ridge National Laboratory has begun work to develop a method of 3D printing very large and complex metal objects.
Innovative 5-Color 3D Print on Prusa XL Showcases Advanced Dithering Techniques
This has to be one of the most unusual 3D prints I’ve ever seen.
New Volumetric Heating Technique Revolutionizes 3D Printing of Glass Materials
There’s been an important development in the ability to 3D print glass.
Solid Knitting: How Researchers Are Weaving the Future of 3D Objects
Researchers have developed an amazing new fabrication process they call “Solid Knitting”.
Introducing RAD: Energy-Efficient Metal 3D Printing Process with No Heat Involved
Researchers have developed a new metal 3D printing process they call “RAD”.
Microplastic Pollution: Study Shows High Concentrations in Human Brain Tissue
A new report highlights the current microplastic pollution: there are significant amounts of microplastics inside all of us.
Graph Theory Applied to 3D Printing: New Research Enhances Toolpath Optimization
Continuous carbon fiber 3D printing may become a lot more powerful if new research is adopted by industry.
New Open Source WAAM Framework Could Reducing Costs of Robotic 3D Printing
Researchers have developed an open source architecture for Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing, “WAAM”. WAAM is a popular 3D printing process, particularly for large-format devices. The idea is to feed standard welding wire feedstock to a toolhead, where a high-energy electrical arc instantly melts the metal. The toolhead is mounted on a robotic arm, which moves… Continue reading New Open Source WAAM Framework Could Reducing Costs of Robotic 3D Printing
AI-Driven Polymer Discovery Improved by New Research
AI is being used to identify new, powerful polymers for 3D printing.
New AI-Powered Technique Enhances 3D Scans by Accurately Filling Missing Data
Researchers have developed a powerful new method for hole-filling for incomplete 3D scans.
New 3D Printed Blood Vessels Could Transform Heart Bypass Operations
Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have developed a method of 3D printing blood vessels.