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Prusa Updates Open Community License With Plugins

Prusa Research has rolled out Open Community License (OCL) v1.1, looking to make open hardware sharing more practical for everyone.

Support-Free Horizontal FFF Overhangs with Wave-Based Toolpaths

Researchers have shown a way to 3D print horizontal FFF overhangs without supports.

Magma OrcaSlicer Fork Introduces Vertical Plastic Injection for Stronger Parts, But There’s a Patent

There’s an interesting software fork of OrcaSlicer brewing, but there could be patent issues in the future.

Helio Additive Brings Print Optimization Simulation to OrcaSlicer

Helio Additive has now integrated with OrcaSlicer.

Meshy Launches 3D Agent Beta, Introducing Conversational AI Workflows for 3D Model Creation

Meshy announced a new agent capability.

Kumovis Patents Smoother Porous Implants

Kumovis has a new European patent application that digs into a very specific FFF problem: how to print parts with regions that transform smoothly from porous to solid.

Prusa Open-Sources ColorMix For Dozens Of Tones

Prusa Research has added an open-source “ColorMix” workflow to PrusaSlicer and EasyPrint that can turn a handful of loaded filaments into dozens of visible color tones.

The Growing Family Tree of Slic3r-Based Software

With the controversy over open-source 3D print slicing software continuing, I thought I’d check on the current state of these tools.

Flashforge and Meshy Partnership Streamlines AI-Generated Multicolor 3D Printing Workflow

This is interesting: Meshy is partnering with Flashforge.

New BambuStudio Feature Converts Textured 3D Models Into Automatically Painted Prints

Bambu Lab released a new beta version of BambuStudio that includes a very intriguing feature.

New AI Tools Move Toward Easier 3D Design

Anthropic’s latest strategy to position Claude as a tool for creative work points toward a future where describing an object could become as important as learning difficult CAD software.

TrailPrint3D Converts GPS Data Into 3D Printable Terrain Models

Want to 3D print your latest outdoor adventure? There’s an app for that.

PrusaSlicer 3.0 Could Arrive Within Weeks Following Extensive Code Overhaul

The wait for PrusaSlicer 3.0.0 continues, but it may not be for much longer.

New AI Platform From Euler Analyzes Sensor Data to Improve Metal Print Quality

A new startup company from Iceland offers an advanced AI tool for metal 3D printing.

BambuStudio Update Adds Color Mixing

Bambu Lab has introduced a new feature to enable multiple colour shades.

Stratasys Adds trinckle Additive App Suite to GrabCAD for Streamlined Factory Workflows

trinckle has more deeply integrated with Stratasys’ GrabCAD.

Starwise Additive’s Cosmic Slicer Tunes Prints By Zodiac

A new slicer startup thinks your failed Benchy may be a Virgo problem.

FreeCAD 1.1 Release Introduces Enhanced Assembly Tools, UI Improvements, and More

FreeCAD has been updated to version 1.1.

Hitem3D Integration with OpenClaw Enables Automated AI-Driven 3D Model Generation

For those into AI tools, there is now a very intriguing option to use Hitem3D in workflows.

Natural Language Mechanical Design: FusionMCP Demonstrates AI-Driven CAD

A fascinating proof-of-concept shows how CAD could be done via AI in the future.

Third-Party Software Marks New Phase in 3D Concrete Printing Development

3DCP technology continues to improve, and it’s not only on the hardware side.

Malware Campaigns Targets 3D Model Sites via Blender

There are reports of malware being spread through online 3D model sites.

oozeBot Launches preFlight Slicer, Rebuilding PrusaSlicer on a Modern 64-Bit Architecture

There’s a new slicer in town: preFlight.

Synera Expands AI-Driven Engineering Platform with Autodesk Fusion Integration

I’m looking at a new AI tool for developing 3D models, Synera.

Manyfold Releases Update to Its Open Source, Federated 3D Model Repository Software

Manyfold issued a big release of new features for their open source, distributed 3D model repository software.

BamBuddy Launches as Open-Source Alternative to Bambu Lab’s Cloud

A new open-source tool is ready to help manage your Bambu Lab 3D prints.

Stratasys–Novineer Partnership Brings Toolpath-Aware Generative Optimization to GrabCAD

Stratasys announced a very interesting partnership with Novineer.

Siemens Offers Free Solid Edge Community Edition for Makers Seeking Advanced CAD Tools

Looking for a free advanced CAD 3D modeling tool? Solid Edge offers a free version.

Tencent and Meta Launch New AI Tools That Advance 3D Model Generation

Generating 3D models with AI tools gets a bit easier with not one, but two new options.

AMIS Pro Offers Advanced 3D Nesting and Job Preparation

AMIS offers advanced job preparation software for powder-based 3D print processes.

MyMiniFactory Launches SoulCrafted Slicer Project to Build Open Source Resin 3D Printing Software

News from MyMiniFactory: they are building powerful open source slicing software for resin 3D printing.

Maxon Finally Unveils Modern ZBrush Interface

Finally, after many years, ZBrush is ditching their incredibly confusing interface.

Artec 3D Splits Artec Studio Into Pro and Lite Versions

Artec 3D announced some interesting changes to their popular 3D scanning software, effectively splitting it into two different products.

Slicedog Plug-In Promises Up to 50% Material Savings in 3D Printing

Want to save 3D print material? SliceDog can do that.

Split3r Launches as Low-Cost Alternative to Luban for Large-Scale 3D Printing

There’s a new software option to enable 3D printing of very large objects.

Prusa Research Identifies Causes of Vertical Fine Artifacts and Offers Fixes

Prusa Research published a very interesting analysis of vertical fine artifacts, and their solutions for them.

Artec 3D Releases Artec Studio 20 With Custom Workflows and Faster Processing

Artec 3D launched a new version of their popular 3D scanning software, Artec Studio, now version 20.

Upcoming OrcaSlicer Release Introduces Flow Calibration by Touch and Much More

It’s not yet official, but the upcoming release of OrcaSlicer has some very interesting new features.

Strecs: Free Tool Generates Variable Infill for Stronger, Lighter 3D Prints

There’s a new — and free — tool to automatically generate variable infill for FFF 3D print jobs.

BambuStudio Now Integrates Helio Additive Simulation for Optimized 3D Print Quality

What could be the biggest news of the week just happened: BambuStudio now integrates with Helio Additive.

Fusion 360 Adds Mesh Texture Extrude Feature for Advanced Surface Detailing

Autodesk provided their usual monthly update to Fusion 360, and there were a couple of new features of interest.

Stratasys and trinckle Partner to Bring fixtureMate Exclusively to GrabCAD Pro

Big news from trinckle: they’ve signed an exclusive agreement with Stratasys to include the tool in GrabCAD Pro.

AMFG Launches Sentinel AI to Automate PDF Analysis for AM Workflows

AMFG launched a new tool that shows how AI can add significant function to AM.

BambuStudio 2.2.0 Beta Brings Accessibility and Usability Upgrades for 3D Printing

The latest beta version of BambuStudio has some intriguing new functions.

Zoo Design Studio is a Free AI-Powered 3D CAD Tool With Parametric Modeling

There’s a new free AI-powered 3D CAD tool called “Zoo Design Studio”.

Bambu Lab Launches Farm Manager Software for Scalable 3D Printer Fleet Control

Bambu Lab announced new software to operate print farms made of their printers.

New FreeCAD Plugin by Rahix Adds Optimized FFF 3D Printing Features

Do you use FreeCAD? There’s a plugin you definitely should install.

New 3D Printer Simulator Offers Visual Appeal but Limited Practical Use

I was quite excited about the new 3D print simulator. Until I tried it.

New Prunt Firmware Promises Smoother, Faster Motion Control for 3D Printers

There’s a new firmware option for adventurous 3D printer operators: Prunt.

Hands On With Part3D

I took a quick look at a new 3D CAD system, Part3D.

Testers Wanted: Manyfold to Launch First Public Instance of Decentralized 3D Model Repository

Manyfold is planning a public instance of their open-source 3D model repository.

New PrismSlicer Software Targets Visual Precision in Color 3D Printing

A new slicer hopes to revolutionize full-colour 3D printing.

LEAP71 to Develop 3D Printable Starship-Class Rocket Engines Using Noyron Platform

LEAP71 announced plans to use their computational engineering platform to design massive 3D printable rocket engines.

New Vixiv Platform Uses AI to Streamline Functional AM Part Design

Vixiv will soon provide new software to optimize 3D printable designs.

Bricklayers Script Enhances 3D Print Strength with Interlocking Wall Geometry

Tenger Technologies has released an update to their Bricklayers slicing script to dramatically increase the strength of 3D printed parts.

Voxel-Based Simulation from Helio Additive to be Integrated in OrcaSlicer

Helio Additive is deploying an amazing solution that most FFF 3D printer operators will be quite interested in using.

Spoolman Offers Automated Spool Tracking and Octoprint Integration

With Bambu Lab’s announcement of Filametrics, it’s time to talk about the open-source alternative, Spoolman.

Bambu Lab Releases BambuStudio 2.0 with Workflow and Dual Extrusion Enhancements

Bambu Lab released the 2.0 version of their BambuStudio software. What’s in it?

Dyndrite and Elementum3D Enable Metal 3D Printing with Controlled Porosity

Dyndrite announced a new integration that allows for 3D printing of metal parts with controlled porosity.

PrusaSlicer 2.9.1 Introduces Smart Sequential Printing and Multi-Material Interlocking

Prusa Research just released PrusaSlicer 2.9.1, and there are two very interesting new features.

LuBan Expands 3D Printing Tools: More Ways to Customize and Print Large Models

It’s time to give an update on LuBan, one of the most interesting 3D print utilities.

Bricklayers: A New Slicing Technique to Strengthen 3D Prints, But Patent Issues Loom

A new way to strengthen 3D prints has been released to PrusaSlicer and OrcaSlicer.

Avante Technology Releases ShapeFish Update, Advancing AMF File Adoption

Avante Technology announced a new version of their ShapeFish 3D file manager.

Snapmaker Orca Project: Advanced Open-Source Slicing for 3D Printing

Snapmaker announced the Snapmaker Orca Project.

FreeCAD 1.0 Released: Open-Source CAD Tool Reaches Milestone

I didn’t notice until just today, but it turns out that FreeCAD 1.0 was released a couple of weeks ago.

Manyfold Secures Funding to Revolutionize Distributed 3D Model Repositories

There’s been a key development in the Manyfold project.

OpenSCAD Embraces Multicolor 3D Design with New Geometry Engine

OpenSCAD is soon to have color capabilities.

Exploring TRELLIS: Microsoft’s Advanced SLAT-Based Generative 3D Model Framework

Microsoft has released a new version of TRELLIS, a generative 3D model framework. There are several tools of this sort now available, but TRELLIS uses a different approach. They explain: “The cornerstone is a unified Structured LATent (SLAT) representation which allows decoding to different output formats, such as Radiance Fields, 3D Gaussians, and meshes. This… Continue reading Exploring TRELLIS: Microsoft’s Advanced SLAT-Based Generative 3D Model Framework

Introducing Dune 3D: A New Open-Source CAD Tool for Simplified 3D Design

There’s a new open-source 3D CAD tool on the loose: Dune 3D.

Elegoo Announces SatelLite: A New Resin 3D Print Slicer with Advanced Support and Repair Features

Elegoo announced they’re developing their own 3D print slicing software tool, Elegoo SatelLite.

How VoxelFill Reinforces 3D Prints for Unmatched Z-Axis Strength

VoxelFill is one of the most intriguing new slicing features we’ve seen in recent years.

Roboze Unveils SlizeR: Faster, Smarter 3D Print Slicing Software

Roboze announced a new slicing software tool, “SlizeR”.

Fuzzyficator Update: Seamless Integration with Major 3D Slicing Software

There’s a major update to the non-planar fuzzy skin script.

Did You Know? Autodesk Fusion 360 Monitors Shared Files for Potential ITAR Violations

Apparently, Autodesk Fusion 360 performs censoring of some 3D models.

Stich3R: New Blender Add-On Brings Realistic GCODE Visualization

There’s a new and quite beautiful rendering system for GCODE visualization. When you prepare a 3D print in slicing software, there’s usually a 3D viewable preview. It’s quite important to review the preview, because it can often show flaws in the job — does the first layer actually touch all of the plate? Did you… Continue reading Stich3R: New Blender Add-On Brings Realistic GCODE Visualization