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Learn How Electroplating Can Strengthen 3D Printed Plastics
After our story about electroplating last week, we were contacted by RePliForm.
Design of the Week: Dual Portal Desk Toy
This week’s selection is the Dual Portal Desk Toy by Printables contributor Ada Cohen.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, March 5, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Wayland Additive: Demand for Metal 3D Printing Machines Soars
Wayland Additive is definitely not the biggest name in metal 3D printing, but they are growing strongly.
E3D’s Revo Hot End Gaining Momentum
The Revo is catching on.
New F3DB Device Enables In-Body Bioprinting for Medical Procedures
An important development in bioprinting was achieved by researchers at the University of New South Wales.
New Frontier Aerospace’s Hypersonic Aircraft: Powered by Metal 3D Printing
Metal 3D printing is at the heart of New Frontier Aerospace’s plans.
Try Out the “Arc Overhang” Technique in PrusaSlicer for 3D Printing Without Supports
It’s now possible to try out the “arc overhang” technique in PrusaSlicer.
TitanCraft Now Out of Beta: Generate 3D Models of Gaming Figurines On Demand
TitanCraft is now out of beta, as of today.
Streamlining Operations: 3D Systems Announces Major Restructuring Program
3D Systems announced a major restructuring program.
Could PLA be Used to 3D Print Prosthetic Joints?
Could PLA be used for 3D printed prosthetics?
A New Way to Reuse 3D Print Scraps: RecyclingFabrik’s Recycling Service
A new 3D print recycling service has emerged in Germany: RecyclingFabrik.
3D Print Limestone Objects with BactoInk
Researchers at EPFL Lausanne have discovered a technique to 3D print calcium carbonate using bacteria.
Beyond Multicolor Filament: What Mosaic Manufacturing is Offering in 3D Printing Production
I had a chat with the nice folks from Mosaic Manufacturing to learn more about their latest endeavors.
Tencent: China’s Billion-User Platform and Its Role in the Sanxingdui Ruins
Charles R. Goulding looks at a huge Chinese company, Tencent.
Fabbaloo’s Reader Survey Closing Tonight! Enter to Win an Anycubic 3D Printer
Fabbaloo’s annual reader survey will close tonight, and there’s some great prizes for participants!
Digital Foam Technology: EOS and Bauer Create New Customized Hockey Helmets
EOS and Bauer unveiled a new application for 3D printing: personalized ice hockey helmets.
The Pros and Cons of 3D Scanning Apps vs Dedicated 3D Scanners
After the iPhone X was released in 2017, the general public became more aware of 3D scanners.
Book of the Week: 3D Printing Failures: 2022 Edition
This week’s selection is “3D Printing Failures: 2022 Edition: How to Diagnose and Repair ALL Desktop 3D Printing Issues” by Sean Aranda.
Final Chance to Win an Anycubic 3D Printer – Enter Fabbaloo’s Reader Survey Now!
Fabbaloo is about to close our annual reader survey, and there’s some great prizes for participants – but it will close tomorrow! We want to find out more about you, and hopefully we’ll be able to tweak what we do to improve our site and your Fabbaloo experience. As always, we have a terrific sponsor.… Continue reading Final Chance to Win an Anycubic 3D Printer – Enter Fabbaloo’s Reader Survey Now!
Why Aerospace and Dental Have So Deeply Embraced 3D Printing
Two industries have developed extremely deep usage of 3D printing, but for entirely different reasons.
Iceland’s Curio: Utilizing 3D Printing for Fish-Processing Machinery
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at the increasing widespread use of 3D print technology.
Design of the Week: Embedded Rubber Band
This week’s selection is the shocking Rubber Band Mid Print Bracelet by Printables contributor NagyBig.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 26, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Combining Robots and 3D Printing to Fuel Growing Restaurant Automation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi review recent examples of restaurants leveraging 3D printing robotics to provide automation.
Last Chance to Win an Anycubic 3D Printer – Enter Fabbaloo’s Reader Survey Now!
Fabbaloo launched our annual reader survey, and there’s some great prizes for participants – but it will be closing soon!
Major Problems Ahead for 3D Model Repositories?
There could be a huge problem for 3D model repositories like Printables, Thingiverse, MyMiniFactory and others in the very near future.
Hexagon Accelerates Additive Manufacturing With New Platform
Hexagon released an interesting new platform that may be of interest to companies using additive manufacturing.
Sketchfab Updates Terms of Use to Protect 3D Models from AI Training
Sketchfab has issued a rather interesting and futuristic update to their Terms of Use.
Sustainable Manufacturing of the Future: Reports from Dansk AM Hub and Kimya
Two reports on sustainability were issued this week by additive manufacturing organizations.
The Complexity of Electroplating 3D Prints – The Process of Electroplating Explained
The process of electroplating 3D prints is powerful, yet not very well known or practiced.
Collins Aerospace Leverages 3D Printing to Increase Efficiency of Monroe MRO Facility
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a recent expansion of 3D printing capacity by Collins Aerospace.
Carima CMYK Resin: Revolutionary Nontoxic 3D Printing Material Now Easily Accessible in the US and Canada
Carima’s nontoxic CYMK resin just got a lot more accessible.
3D Printing Company Shifts to 4-Day Work Week: What Does This Mean For You?
A 3D print company has shifted to a four-day week.
Xolo Scores Major Investment for Next-Level 3D Printing Technology
Xolo received a huge investment, and this is a really big deal.
Backlog on the Rio Grande: How 3D Printing Could Ease Tensions Between the US, Mexico, and Canada
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at manufacturing tensions between three countries.
Before You Cancel Netflix, Relive the Early Days of 3D Printing
There’s something you should watch on Netflix, and it is specifically about 3D printing.
What Could the ‘Moonlight’ Robot Mean for 3D Printing?
A fascinating new motion system has been developed that just might have an application or two in the 3D print world.
Does a 3D Printed Basketball Predict Future Designs?
EOS released information about a rather unusual basketball they and partners were able to 3D print.
Book of the Week: Digital Crafts: Industrial Technologies for Applied Artists and Designer Makers
This week’s selection is “Digital Crafts: Industrial Technologies for Applied Artists and Designer Makers” by Fabbaloo friend Anne Marie Shillito.
Question of the Week: Resin Safety in Public Library Makerspaces
This week’s question answers a somewhat disturbing question about resin safety.
Quickly Find Any 3D Model with Thangs AI-Based 2D Search
Thangs announced a new AI-powered search function that could make finding 3D models incredibly simple.
3D Systems’ Revolutionary Regenerative Tissue Program: A Step towards 3D Printed Organs?
3D Systems announced a broad new program to 3D print human tissue.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Braiding Machine
This week’s selection is the Braiding Machine by Printables contributor “Jack”.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 19, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Combating Cancer: Exploring the Potential of HP, Varian and Adaptiiv’s 3D Print Collaboration
Charles Goulding and Andressa Bonafe examine a powerful combination of technologies to advance cancer treatments.
Win a Brand New ANYCUBIC 3D Printer: Participate in Our Annual Reader Survey
It’s that time of year again; we’ve rolled out our annual reader survey, and this year there is an incredible prize for one lucky respondent.
Ensure Successful 3D Printing with Project Fringe from Phase3D
Phase3D’s “Project Fringe” delivers real-time 3D monitoring to 3D printers.
Solukon Brings Automated Depowdering to EOS P1 and P5 Series 3D Printers
Solukon announced a new series of adapters that should greatly expand the use of the sophisticated post processing system.
What is the Mystery Project from Markforged’s Founders?
There could be something very interesting brewing from the folks behind Markforged.
COBOD Completes Project 3D Printing Climate-Resistant 10 Homes in Kenya
COBOD reports incredible progress on one of their several 3D printed home projects.
3D Systems’ ProJet MJP 2500W Increases Jewelry Production Throughput
3D Systems announced a very interesting jewelry 3D printer, the ProJet MJP 2500W.
Learn How 3D Printing Helped Create Guillermo del Toro’s “Pinocchio”
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how 3D printing technology played a big part in the production of Guillermo del Toro’s “Pinocchio”, soon to be released on Netflix.
Tiny Yet Mighty: Introducing the Smallest Working 3D Printer
A video has emerged that shows what is likely the smallest 3D printer ever made.
ALD Vacuum Technologies Launches Massive Metal 3D Printer, the EBuild
ALD Vacuum Technologies has introduced a massive metal 3D printer, the “EBuild”.
Tractus3D’s T3500SE: The Tallest Delta 3D Printer on the Market?
Tractus3D offers what is likely the tallest delta 3D printer I’ve ever seen: the T3500SE.
3D Printed Eco-Friendly Mushroom Leather: MycoWorks
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a very new and eco-friendly material that could be used in 3D printing.
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.
Rocket Launched by UC Berkeley Students Contains 3D Printed Components
Students at UC Berkeley have launched a large rocket containing a number of 3D printed components.
Exploring the Automation and Modular Design of Additive Industries’ Metal 3D Printer System
We had a chat with Additive Industries recently, and learned more about the metal 3D printer manufacturer.
Book of the Week: Sell Your Crafts Online
This week’s selection is “Sell Your Crafts Online: The Handmaker’s Guide to Selling from Etsy, Amazon, Facebook, Instagram, Shopify and More” by James Dillehay.
Western vs. Asian 3D Printers: When AI Changes the Equation
AI will shake up the 3D printing industry in more ways than you might realize.
3D Printing Industry Set to Take Off with Relativity Space’s Milestone Launch
Relativity Space is nearing a key milestone, and so is 3D printing.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Garden Tractor
This week’s selection is the incredible 3D printed garden tractor by Reddit contributor “FeckMeGently”.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 12, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
Flying Tiger Copenhagen: Reducing Plastic Usage with the q3d Lamp
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at a new toy 3D printer.
Participate in Fabbaloo’s Reader Survey for a Chance to Win an Anycubic 3D Printer
Fabbaloo has launched our annual reader survey, and there’s some great prizes for participants.
Critical Video Published About Prusa Research: “Dear Prusa Research… We Need To Talk.”
A very controversial video has emerged directing strong criticism at Prusa Research.
ECAM: Metal 3D Printing With No Heat, Lasers or Powder
Fabric8Labs has developed a truly unique metal 3D printing process that is unlike all existing processes.
Mass Portal Launches MP20 Belt 3D Printer for Automated Part Removal
Mass Portal has a belt 3D printer!
Don’t Make the Same Mistake: What Went Wrong with the Plybot 3D Printer Kickstarter
The Plybot project has been silent for months and its backers are angry, seeking refunds that may never come.
Stratasys Enters the Multi-Billion Dollar Denture Printing Market with “TrueDent”
Stratasys has made a very unusual and strategic move into a new application area.
Defense Production in India Gains Momentum with 3D Printing Technology
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi review large Indian firms leveraging 3D printing.
New 10X Desiccant from Slice Engineering Keeps Filament Dry
Slice Engineering has introduced a very interesting new way to keep filament dry.
The Growing Distinction Between Desktop and Industrial 3D Printing
I’m sensing a definite splitting of the 3D print industry in recent years.
Rapidly Design Lightweight Parts with Metafold’s 3D Modeling Tool
Metafold is a powerful tool to generate and process highly complex 3D models.
3D Printing Implications of the L3Harris Technologies Acquisition of Aerojet Rocketdyne
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi believe recent corporate moves could boost 3D printing usage.
Controversy Mounts Over Stalled Plybot 3D Printer Kickstarter Campaign
Controversy is rising over a stalled Kickstarter campaign.
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.
Taking Advantage of 3D Printing for Enhanced Elective Surgeries During the Coronavirus Pandemic
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at opportunities for 3D printing technology in healthcare.
Book of the Week: 3D Printing Step by Step
This week’s selection is “3D Printing Step by Step” by Carmelito Andrade.
Question of the Week: Where Are The Print Profiles?
This week’s question is all about print profiles for desktop FFF 3D printers.
Making Injection Molding Better with Metal 3D Printing
I had a discussion with Velo3D and learned of a very interesting application for metal 3D printing.
Freeform Emerges from Stealth with a Revolutionary 3D Printing Factory
A fascinating new 3D print startup has emerged from stealth mode: Freeform.
Design of the Week: 3D Printed Electric Guitar Kit
This week’s selection is the Cateran 3D Printed Electric Guitar Kit by Filatone Instrument Co.
Who’s The Biggest In 3D Printing, February 5, 2023
Once again we take a look at the valuations of the major 3D printing companies over the past week.
The Swoop Aero Story: 3D Printing and Drone Logistics
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi show how 3D print technology has enabled a company to create unique services never before possible.
Understanding the 10 Steps of 3D Scanning Workflows
3D scanning can appear to be complex, but there are actually only a few standard steps required.
New AM Materials Round Up, February 3, 2023
Several new AM materials were announced in past weeks.
Desktop Metal Slashes Costs with Layoffs and Facility Consolidation
Desktop Metal announced another massive series of layoffs and facility closures.
What Can Photon M3 Premium Owners Expect from the Latest Anycubic App?
Anycubic announced a new app that should supercharge users of their Photon M3 Premium resin 3D printer.
Xact Metal’s XM300G Metal 3D Printer: The Sweet Spot for Metal 3D Printing?
Xact Metal seems to have hit the sweet spot.
Simplify3D Issues First Update Since 5.0 Upgrade – Here’s What’s Changed
That didn’t take long: Simplify3D issues their first update since the huge 5.0 upgrade.
Boston: Home to Three of the Nation’s Leading Metal 3D Printer Companies
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi look at some of the most intriguing metal 3D print companies to emerge from Massachusetts.