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Apple’s 3D Coloration Patent: Analysis
As we described yesterday, Apple last week applied for a US patent for 3D print coloration technology. But what does this mean?
A Strange Pattern Emerges in 3D Hubs’ December Trends Report
Reading between the lines of 3D Hubs’ latest Trends Report revealed an interesting insight into the state of 3D printer quality.
Ultimaker Sweetens Their Extended Version With A Free Nozzle Switcher
Netherlands-based Ultimaker has been selling their Ultimaker 2 Extended machine for some time now, but until the end of the month, buyers will receive an extra feature.
Stratasys Applies For Patent on Magnetic Support Material
On October 1st, the USPTO published a patent application from 3D printer manufacturer Stratasys for an unusual method of supporting 3D prints: magnetic media.
Bowden or Direct? A Primer on Extruder Styles
Two methods of extrusion are typically found on desktop 3D printers these days. Do you know what they are?
Stratasys’s 3D Technology Helps Perform Medical Miracle on 5-Year-Old
The most impactful use of 3D technology in the real world comes from the medical field.
TechCrunch Interviews MakerBot’s Jaglom: Indicators Positive
TechCrunch recently interviewed MakerBot CEO Jonathan Jaglom to find out the latest on company restructuring and more.
Significant Development In 3D Printer Resin From Full Spectrum Laser
Full Spectrum Laser is a relatively new player in the 3D printing market, but that hasn’t seemed to cause them any problems. In fact, they’ve just announced a new resin with a very cool property.
A 3D Printing Pen – That Prints In Metal!
The 3DMetalCreator is a unique device: it’s a pen that can print in metal.
Is It Filament Weight or Length?
There are several ways to measure the amount of material required for a 3D print, but however it’s done, it should be practical.
Wait, How Do I 3D Print Those Incredibly Thin Vases?
Perhaps one of the most popular styles of printed 3D models is vases. There’s a reason for that – and a tip you need to know.
Adidas and Materialise Propose Futurecraft 3D: 3D Printed Shoes
Shoe giant Adidas has partnered with Materialise on a new concept for 3D printed shoes: Futurecraft 3D.
CloudDDM’s New Strategic End-of-Runway 3D Printing Service
As additive manufacturing (AM) in combination with other 3D technology continues to affect industrial manufacturing and design processes in the global marketplace, an increasing number of companies will be faced with an important investment decision: For 3D printing needs, do we invest the resources to purchase an industrial 3D printer or do we use a 3D printing service bureau?
Every Pro Maker Needs MakerOS
The world of 3D printing is a lot more than just the hardware; multiple supporting services have emerged to support the ecosystem, including one dedicated to professional makers: MakerOS.
3D Printer Almost Burns Down House
A 3D printer operator was lucky to have been present when his 3D printer went awry and almost burnt his home to the ground.
Threeding Uses Handheld 3D Scanners to Create 3D Prints of Antiquities
Threeding.com, a rapidly expanding 3D printing community and marketplace, recently joined forces with Artec 3D
Sindoh’s 3DWox 3D Printer
Korea-based Sindoh is bringing their interesting 3DWox desktop 3D printer to the world this November.
The Woman Behind Women In 3D Printing
Nora Toure is a force in 3D printing, and she wants to help other women succeed as well.
What Is It Actually Like To Wear 3D Printed Fashion?
You may have seen fantastic 3D fashion prints worn by models, but what is it like to actually wear such outfits? We found out.
3D Hubs Partners with TurboSquid: A Milestone?
3D Hubs has landed yet another interesting partnership, but we think their deal with TurboSquid could be an important milestone.
Hands On With The XTC-3D Smoothing System
We got dirty with XTC-3D, a 3D print smoothing resin. The results are very shiny.
MakePrintable Developing Cloud-Based 3D Model Repair Service
A new cloud-based 3D model repair service, MakePrintable is in the works, and it may become quite popular based on its functionality and extensibility.
i.Materialise Offers Black Steel 3D Prints and Lowers Pricing
Popular consumer-oriented 3D print service i.Materialise just added a very interesting new material: Black Steel.
NASA’s Ever-Increasing Library of 3D Models
Did you know that US space agency NASA offers a formidable set of 3D models available for 3D printing?
The Beast: A 3D Printer That Really Is One
A soon-to-be-launched on Kickstarter project promises to produce a truly massive desktop 3D printer.
Gartner’s 2015 Predictions on 3D Printing
We’ve examined Gartner’s annual Hype Cycle chart with respect to 3D printing and found some very promising news.
3devo Launches the NEXT 1.0 Filament Recycler
Utrecht-based 3devo’s new filament extruder is now available on their crowdfunding page, but will it be practical?
3D Print Flexible Objects With Solid Plastic? Disney Can!
New research from scientists at Disney have described ways to 3D print objects with components of varying flexibility using only solid plastic.
Don’t Forget To Count The Eight Other Costs Of 3D Printing
When shopping for a 3D printer, the price of the unit is of prime importance. But really, that isn’t the whole story on cost.
3DP Unlimited’s Whole-Person 3D Print
3DP Unlimited manufactures some very large 3D printers, and now they’ve demonstrated exactly how large by 3D printing their own staff!
The Desktop 3D Printer Toolkit
Those who own a personal 3D printer likely have a suite of instruments ready to be used with their printer. What instruments are essential?
Voxel8 Raises USD$12M For Their Electrically Conductive 3D Printer Technology
Startup company Voxel8 announced they’ve raised a massive USD$12M in a series A funding round.
Are You Overflowing With 3D Models?
To use a 3D printer, you must have 3D models. But wait, exactly how many do you have? Probably far too many to keep track of.
Footprint Footwear is 3D Printed
A new startup hopes to capitalize on the custom-footwear market by 3D printing shoes that precisely fit the wearer.
EasyWelder Solves A Common Filament Problem
EasyWelder is a very inexpensive 3D printing accessory that many people might find very useful.
3D Hubs Teleports Into Yet Another 3D Environment: Cults
3D model repository Cults announced a partnership with 3D Hubs that involves integrating the community 3D printing network directly into Cults’ repository.
US To Tighten Up Export Restrictions; Will Affect 3D Printed Weaponry
In a recent proposal, the US Department of State suggests a number of changes to that country’s export rules, which effectively would prevent 3D models of weapons to be transmitted.
3D Systems Ports iSense to iPhone
3D Systems’ popular iSense handheld scanner solution has a new platform: iPhone 6.
MyMiniFactory Launches Another Service
We’ve written several stories on MyMiniFactory in recent days, and now there’s another one: the company has launched a peculiar idea validator.
BNK’s Unusual Antibacterial 3D Printer Filament
Korea-based BNK has announced an antibacterial 3D printer filament. Why?
PrintParts is Recruiting Makers – And is Giving Away a 3D Printer
New York-based PrintParts is about to launch a network of 3D printers and hopes you’ll join their community.
Artficial’s 3D Printed “Art DNA”
Artficial is a new source for interesting 3D models and prints, focusing on historical sculptures.
The TeeBot Portable 3D Printer
A unique and portable 3D printer design by 3DSTUFFSNL has launched on Kickstarter.
Hydrographic 3D Print Painting?
Wired reports on a potential method of coloring complex 3D prints: hydrographic painting. But is it really feasible?
A Deeper Look at the Acquisitions of Stratasys and 3D Systems
We previously examined the corporate acquisitions of 3D Systems and Stratasys; now we’ll take a look at what they bought and why they did so.
Researchers Create New Class Of 3D Printed Aerogels
Using a 3D printing technique called direct ink writing, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory researchers created graphene aerogel micro lattices with an engineered architecture.
MakerBot’s New Service Strategy
MakerBot announced the creation of eight “Authorized ServiceCenters” in Europe. How does this fit into their strategy?
Forensic Crime Analysis With 3D Printing
The BBC reports on an unusual use of 3D printing technology: forensic crime analysis of a murder in the UK.
Why Good Quality Filament Matters
Sometimes it’s tempting to buy the cheapest possible 3D printer filament, but that’s not always the best idea.
A Review of Autodesk’s Tinkerplay
Autodesk have been making a big push into the 3D printing software space, mostly with free software like the fantastic Meshmixer.
3D Hubs Makes Another Big Connection
Last week 3D Hubs announced a deal with SketchFab. This week it’s with Thingiverse.
What is a 3D Model, Anyway?
Those new to 3D printing get excited about the ability to print, but may be wondering about this thing called a “3D model”.
3D Hubs’ April Trends
Each month 3D Hubs deploys an analysis of trends they observe in their 3D printer network. It’s always an interesting read.
CLAWZ Pre-Order Opens
3D printed fashion nail provider CLAWZ is now selling their first product: “Phases”.
The First 3D Printed Satellite?
A project with the unlikely name of “PrintTheBus” hopes to develop a 3D printed spacecraft platform capable of traveling to the moon.
Hands On With Smoothie-3D
To truly exploit 3D printing technology you need to be able to make your own models.
Bigger Nozzle Equals Faster Printing
Some 3D prints require a long time to complete. In general, the rule of thumb is: The larger the print, the longer the print. But that doesn’t mean you can’t speed up the process.
Help a Teen Start a 3D Printing Business
Many people are now considering starting a business in the 3D print world, but not many are as young and ambitious as Michael Becerra.
The Big Builder 3D Printer
What’s better than a 3D printer that can create objects seemingly out of thin air? A BIGGER 3D printer.
Hiding 3D Print Quality Issues
Does the quality of 3D printers vary among machines? Yes. Is it possible to hide flaws? Also, yes.
Practical Improvements in Simplify3D v2.2.2
If you’re making mechanical parts, you’d best use Simplify3D to slice them.
The PIRX one Debuts
PIRX 3D has launched the PIRX 1.0, a very interesting consumer 3D printer.
The Destiny Object STL Generator
A “hobby project” provides downloads of items based on Bungie’s Destiny game.
3D Printed Buildings Sprout in China
Giant 3D printers have apparently built several structures in China.
Voxel8’s Electrifying 3D Printing Process
A new company hopes to revolutionize making by enabling circuit printing with a 3D printer.
Six Thoughts on 3D Printing at CES 2015
We’ve finished our tiring tour of the annual consumer electronics show in Las Vegas, focusing on the 3D print gear, of course.
Nanoscribe’s Nano-Scale 3D Printing Technology
We took a closer look at Nanoscribe’s nano-scale 3D printing technology to understand how it works.
MakerBot’s Innovation Center
You may have heard something about it, but what exactly is the “MakerBot Innovation Center”?
3D Printable Scenery for Gaming
Need a stone wall for your Warhammer game? There’s a store you should check out: Printable Scenery.
David vs. Goliath in 3D Printing
Big companies face increasing pressure from lesser vendors as patents expire. How will they survive?
Stratasys’ New Strategy
We listened to CEO David Reis at Stratasys’ press conference this week as he outlined a new corporate strategy. One that’s quite different from their previous approaches.
Mosaic Manufacturing’s Unique Color 3D Printing Solution
We’re checking out a new startup that seems to have invented a very different method of 3D printing colored objects.
The Solus 3D Printer Launches
Need a high-resolution 3D printer? You can now purchase the Solus 3D resin printer.
The Beauty of Great 3D Printer Filament
Remember we performed some tests on the FoxSmart filament? We did one more test afterwards and found something very interesting.
Design Your Own 3D Printed Vase
What, you’re not a 3D modeling whiz? Still need a design for a vase? We found a service you can use.
Hands On With FoxSmart’s 3D Printer Filament
Does FoxSmart’s ultra-inexpensive 3D printer filament make the grade? Apparently, it does!
SketchFab Now Permits 3D Model Download
3D modeling service SketchFab has changed their policy on public STL model downloads.
Formlabs’ Amazing New 3D Printing Resins
Owners of Formlabs personal 3D printing gear rejoice! The company has announced two new materials with powerful properties.
Refining the Lost-PLA Burnout Process for 3D Printed Metal Casting
The folks at the University of Washington’s Mechanical Engineering Department have been refining the process of metal casting using 3D printed PLA.
Historic Golf Clubs Brought Back to Life Via 3D Printing
As some of the world’s top golfers prepare to descend upon Scotland for the 2014 Ryder Cup, researchers from the University of Dundee are celebrating the game’s history with the use of the latest technology.
Stratasys Expands UPS Store 3D Print Service
3D printing giant Stratasys announced plans to dramatically expand their presence in UPS Stores across the United States.
3D Printing the Next Spacesuit
NASA has been using 3D printing to develop a future spacesuit that just might be walking on Mars someday.
WonderLuk’s Curated 3D Designs
3D printers require 3D models in order to function, so it’s no surprise we see multiple startups hoping to supply great 3D models for printing. One of them is WonderLuk.
German RepRap Joins the Big 3D Printer Club
German RepRap, up to now manufacturers of reasonably-sized personal 3D printers, announced the development of a massive new 3D printer.
Stratasys Enhances Triple Jet 3D Printing
Stratasys made a big splash earlier this year with their new tricolor Objet500 technology. Now they’re expanding the technology to two new 3D printers.
3D Printing Creates the World’s First Replacement Knee Joint in a Cat
It’s the kind of diagnosis you dread. When Cyrano developed bone cancer in his left hind leg, his owners wanted to get him the best treatment possible to bring him back to full health.
The 3D Printed noPhone
It is 3D printed and it’s not a phone. It’s the noPhone!
3D Systems’ Digital Thread Enhances U.S. Marine Corps Combat and Logistic Units’ Toolkit
3D Systems has announced its role in the US Marine Corps Expeditionary Logistics Wargame VIII (ExLog).
The Eight Fundamental 3D Printing Prep Functions
3D printing a model is often not as simple as just hitting the “print” button. There are several operations you may need to do to your model before hitting that button.
Silo 3D Modeler now Available for Linux
The Silo 3D modeling software system now adds Linux as one of its supported platforms, joining OS/X and Windows.
Hands on With Simplify3D
We’ve been testing the latest release of Simplify3D, version 2.1.1, a third-party 3D printer slicing system. We’re impressed.
Orange Maker Develops New 3D Printing Process
Startup Orange Maker of California issued a release claiming they’ve invented an entirely new 3D printing process, Heliolithography, which is different from every existing 3D process.
Three Cheers for MeshMixer Supports!
If you’ve been 3D printing you’ll be familiar with the challenge of printing overhangs. Now there’s a terrific solution that enables printing almost any shape on any 3D printer.
GeckoTek’s Build Plate
There’s a small explosion of build plates occurring, if you haven’t noticed. Another good option has popped up on Kickstarter: GeckoTek.