Charles R. Goulding and Peter Favata take a look at rising jewelry sales and new ways of making jewelry.
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Satori Assisting Artists With 3D Print Technology
Satori described an innovation collaboration with designer Ganit Goldstein.
Impactful 3D Printing Innovation To Be Awarded
Startups employing to develop impactful applications are eligible for a major new award backed by big names and big prizes.
Using Calibry With 3DMeasureUp
Thor3D announced a partnership with ProtoTech to allow for Calibry 3D scans to be used with 3DMeasureUp.
BMW Abandons 3D Printed Customization Service
BMW has apparently abandoned their experiment in 3D printed customized parts.
3D Print Community: 3DP4ME
This monthâs community support selection is the 3DP4ME Project in Jordan.
To Taiwan From China: Reshoring And 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider 3D printing in Taiwanâs return to domestic supply chain focus.
Women in 3D Printing Set To Launch Their First Conference
Only days from now Women in 3D Printing will take a step unimaginable when they started: hosting a massive online conference on 3D printing.
3DiTEX’s 3D Printed Textile Technology
Iâm looking at an unusual form of 3D printing involving textiles.
Nano Dimension To Acquire Others?
Nano Dimensionâs recent financial moves suggest they may be contemplating acquisitions in the near future.
Fabbaloo’s Annual Survey Still Going Strong
Itâs year end and our annual survey is still open for your feedback.
3D Printing For Mass Production On The Horizon
Charles Goulding Jr. takes a look at the fast-approaching mass production future for additive manufacturing.
Book of the Week: Create, Share, and Save Money Using Open-Source Projects
This weekâs selection is âCreate, Share, and Save Money Using Open-Source Projectsâ by Joshua Pearce.
Designing 3D Printed Animal Prosthetics
DiveDesign and Bionic Pets utilize nTopology to design end-use 3D printed parts for applications that donât require mass manufacturing and instead would benefit from smaller-scale productions.
Susana Marques: âIt Is Already Possible To Find Very Functional Solutions”
Susana Marques is a designer who has been using a number of 3D printers to develop functional and attractive fabrics.
Shining 3D x MAGARIMONO Create Footwear For The Future
MAGARIMONO and Shining 3D Additive collaborate to create footwear that oversteps the boundaries between creativity and technology.
How 3D Printing Can Help Us Weather The Ongoing Pandemic
Weâre going to take a look at a few key areas in which 3D printing, as an accessible form of manufacturing, is useful to weather the pandemic.
Connecting At Formnext Connect
The biggest event in additive manufacturing looks a bit different this year, as Formnext Connect connects us virtually.
INTAMSYS Has Big Plans For 2021
In a briefing earlier today I learned about INTAMSYSâ plans for 2021, and they are quite ambitious.
Fabrisonic Experimenting With Hybrid 3D Printing Approaches
Fabrisonic described a very unusual project in which they employed two different 3D printing processes.
Stephanie Santos Wows With 3D Printed Couture
Stephanie Santos is a designer who wants to combine the beauties of nature and art with fashion/textile technology through 3D printing.
Design of the Week: Winking Owl Key Holder
This weekâs selection is the Winking Owl Key Holder by Martin Vojak.
Italyâs Digital Renaissance Gets Help From 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi take an artistic look at Italian 3D printer use in the countryâs latest Renaissance.
Crocs And 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Peter Favata consider how 3D printing helps to individualize and make some unique footwear market-ready.
La Poste Discountinues 3D Model Repository Service
Franceâs postal service, La Poste, is shutting down their 3D model repository service on October 1st.
CNC ONE Is A Beginner-Friendly, Powerful Milling Machine
For some, using a CNC machine may be an intimidating skill.
3D Printing Heads To The Beach
Charles R. Goulding and Alyssa Schneider enjoy the summer sun with 3D printing.
Mesh Modeling, Part 2: Siemens Convergent Modeling for Meshes and NURBS-based Geometry
Developers of Siemens NX are working to integrate mesh data for everyday CAD users.
Design of the Week: Triceratops Skull No. 21
This weekâs selection is âTriceratops Skull No. 21â by Javid Jooshesh.
Major Development in 3D Printed Fabric
Polymaker and Covestro announced a new approach for producing 3D printed textiles, and there are huge implications.
The Brooklyn Navy Yard And 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss 3D printing activity and opportunity at the Brooklyn Navy Yard.
INTAMSYS’ New High-Speed Flexible 3D Printer
INTAMSYS announced a radically new 3D printer, the FLEX 510, which is able to 3D print flexible objects at very high speeds.
SpaceX Triggers Increased Use Of 3D Printing?
Iâm seeing another reason companies will increase their adoption of 3D printing, and this time itâs at the top end of a rocket.
Book of the Week: CAD Monkeys, Dinosaur Babies and T-Shaped People
This weekâs selection is âCAD Monkeys, Dinosaur Babies and T-Shaped People: Inside the World of Design Thinking and How It Can Spark Creativity and Innovationâ by Warren Berger.
Wayland Additive’s NeuBeam Metal 3D Printing Process
Wayland Additive has introduced a new form of metal 3D printing they call âNeuBeamâ that should be superior to laser or electron beam processes.
Updates From Authentise: Free License For Those 3D Printing For COVID-19 Response
In the face of global supply chain shortages, itâs all hands on deck to help in the 3D printing industry — including on the software side.
CHIRON Group’s First Metal 3D Printer
A manufacturing equipment provider has developed their own metal 3D printer.
Inside Arevo’s New-Style Manufacturing Approach
I spoke with AREVOâs Tuan Tranpham to find out the secrets of AREVOâs advanced manufacturing service.
Haute Fabrication’s Virtual 3D Printing Factory
Haute Fabrication has a very interesting take on automating metal 3D printing using robotics and virtual reality.
Design of the Week: Artemis Top
This weekâs selection is the Artemis Top by designer StĂ©phanie Santos.
A New Perspective On Construction 3D Printing With Local Materials
Researchers are exploring ways to use local soils and materials for 3D printed buildings, but it seems to be quite complex.
3D Printing and Vases
Charles Goulding and Peter Favata of R&D Tax Savers examine 3D printing put to use in creating vases.
3D Pioneers Challenge 2020
The fifth edition of the 3D Pioneers Challenge is welcoming innovative designs in this international competition.
Volumetric 3D Printing Is Far More Complex Than You Imagine
A research thesis details the incredibly complex world of volumetric 3D printing. We review the highlights.
Who’s Working On Volumetric 3D Printing?
Volumetric 3D printing could be the biggest shake-up in 3D printing history. But who is working on the technology? We made a list.
A 3D Modeling Newbie Tries SelfCAD
Could a complete 3D newbie master the easy-to-use SelfCAD? We put it to the test.
A Collision of 3D Printing Terminology?
A company terms their process as âvolumetricâ 3D printing, but is it really so?
The Smithsonian’s 3D Printable Library
It turns out the Smithsonian has a relatively large (for museums) library of downloadable 3D models for 3D printing. Weâre trying one now.
Stratasys Unveils Lower Cost Color 3D Printer: The J826
Stratasys announced a new member to their J8 series of full color 3D printers, the J826, which will enable easier acquisition by educators.
3D Printed Midsole Manufacturing Coming?
A mysterious 3D printer is said to perform continuous manufacturing of footwear. We speculate on what this could be.
Hands On With The Prusa MMU2S, Part 2
We tested the Prusa Research MMU2S multi-material 3D printer upgrade kit and learned a great deal about 3D printing. Part 2 deals with assembly and initial testing.
Behold The Worldâs First Universal LEGO Sorting Machine
While thereâs nothing quite as bad as stepping on a stray LEGO block, a close second is having to sort out the mess of bricks once you (or your kids) are done using them.
Will 3D Printing Truly Reshape Retail?
Singularity Hubâs Peter Diamandis makes some predictions about how the retail market may be affected by 3D printing in the future. We have some counter-points.
Design of the Week: This Is Fine
This weekâs selection is the âThis Is Fineâ 3D model by industrial designer Phil Carroll.
Question of the Week: PLA Storage in Winter
This weekâs question asks how to best store and transport PLA 3D printer material in cold winter conditions.
EOS Announces Digital Foam Program
EOS has developed a new 3D printable material called âDigital Foamâ, which is a digital product comprised of software, design, materials and process.
Really, How Bad Are Abrasive Filaments For Your 3D Printer Nozzle?
What kind of damage do carbon fiber filaments do to a 3D printer nozzle? How fast does damage occur? Experiments show a surprising result.
Making 3D Printing Opportunities For Girls With MakerGirl
We speak with MakerGirlâs Executive Director, Mary Hadley, about the importance of early access to 3D printing.
Digits2Widgets Rebrands as “Additive”
Why would a popular 3D print service change their name? It turns out Digits2Widgets had a very good reason.
Around Town With The OESH Townie 3D Printed Shoes: Review
OESHâs new 3D printed and CNC-knit Townie shoes are comfortable, attractive, and well-made: a review.
Design of the Week: Gripping Gears
This weekâs selection is the amazing Gripping Gears by Henry Segerman, Will Segerman and Sabetta Matsumoto.
PostProcess Releases First Ever Post-Processing Survey Results
Finally we have a glimpse at the 3D print post-processing market, due to a survey performed by PostProcess Technologies.
3D Printed Cups Demonstrate An OJ Circular Economy
One of the phrases weâre hearing a lot right now is âcircular economyâ â and it turns out 3D printing with orange peel-based plastic is a good illustration of what that means.
Carbon Comes To Protolabs; Launches Digital Print Denture Workflow
Carbon is set to expand its Digital Light Synthesis technology with Protolabs and Dentsply Sirona.
Possible Patent Infringement By Non-Planar Slic3r Development?
Non-planar 3D printing is a massive improvement, but it seems that it could be patented by a company, possibly leaving it difficult for the open source community.
SpaceX’s SX 500 Superalloy Passes a Big Test
What can superalloys do on a 3D printer? They can take us to the stars.
What Will No-Deal Brexit Mean For 3D Printing?
The UK leaves the EU on October 31st. What might this mean for companies involved in 3D printing? We look at a long list of issues.
You Can Buy An Infinite 3D Printer For Only US$399
Need to 3D print very long objects at low cost? The PowerBelt3D Zero Infinite 3D printer might be just for you.
Meet The Wi3DP Ambassadors, Part 1
The Women in 3D Printing phenomenon has grown significantly in the few short years it has been in existence.
Janne Kyttanen Explains How Design Is Fundamentally Changing
Veteran 3D designer and artist Janne Kyttanen argues that no one really âownsâ a 3D design file, including the designer. This interview explores his stance.
The State of 3D Scanning 160 Years Ago
Ever wonder when 3D scanning was invented? It seems that a form of 3D scan, called Photosculpture, was developed in the 1800s by a French artist.
Book of the Week: 3D Printing Design
Need inspiration for 3D design? Designer and now author Francis Bitontiâs new book offers a peek into the mind of an additive manufacturing designer, whose 3D prints continue to amaze all.
Womp Provides On Demand 3D Services To The Public & Companies
A new 3D printing startup, Womp, is taking an unusual path to offer several 3D services to the public in an easy to use fashion.
I Made a Sweet Multi-Material Ninja Star With One Machine [Snapmaker 3-in-1 Review]
What to know more about the Snapmaker 3D printer? This post reviews the popular 3D printer kit.
Sara Bonomi: âThis Is How The Future Looks!â
Sara Bonomi is a marketer specialized in hardware with a focus on 3D printing.
Winners: 2019 3D Pioneers Challenge
The prestigious 3D Pioneers Challenge has announced winners for the 2019 contest, awarding more than âŹ40,000 to innovative projects.
How 3D Printing Is Disrupting the Footwear Industry
From 3D glasses to jewellery, 3D printing is now being incorporated into more and more industries â and the shoe industry is no different.
New Balance Launches 3D Printing-Powered Shoes
New Balance is 3D printing parts of its newest shoes with the Formlabs-powered TripleCell 3D printing platform: meet the 990 Sport and FuelCell Echo.
Shweta Thapa: âIt Doesnât Tell You Which Machine Is Best Suited For Your Applicationâ
Shweta Thapa is a mechanical engineer, educator, and co-founder of 3Ducators.
The Next Stage of 3D Printing Standards?
A reader poses an interesting question about 3D printing standards.
Book of the Week: 3D Printing for Model Engineers
This weekâs selection is â3D Printing for Model Engineers: A Practical Guideâ by Neil Wyatt.
Artec 3D Releases Powerful New 3D Scanning Software
Artec released Artec Studio 14, their latest and most powerful version of their 3D scanning management software.
Materialise Strategizes Collaborations
Saying âMaterialise focuses on collaborationâ is a bit like saying ârain is wetâ these days, but the prolific company continues its deluge of co-creation announcements.
AddiFab Intrigues With 3D Printing Freedom For Injection Molding
âItâs kind of basic,â says AddiFab Inc. CEO Carsten Jarfelt, âwe combine the freedom of 3D printing with the known, credible, repeatable benefits of injection molding.â
RAPID + TCT 2019 Is A Wrap
RAPID + TCT 2019 was a busy week in 3D printing, with plenty to see and a lot to learn.
Nike By You 3D Builder Lets You Customize Your Next Sneaker Design
Nike sure loves celebrating its Air Max designs.
To RAPID + TCT We Go
RAPID + TCT 2019 is coming to Detroit, and so are we.
The Prusa Bear Upgrade
Thereâs an exciting upgrade for the most popular 3D printer around: the Prusa Bear Upgrade.
Art Imitates Life, Inspires Synthetic Organs
What do you get when a design studio collaborates with bioengineers?
What The Notre Dame Incident Tells Us About 3D Printing
The recent fire at Notre Dame in Paris was certainly a tragedy, but it also hints at the future of 3D printing.
3D Printed Names Dress Celebrates 300+ Women in STEAM
A collaborative design project is celebrating hundreds of women in STEAM.
Better-Fit 3D Printed Prosthetics
3D printed prosthetic hands have come a long way.
Significant Purge of Thingiverse This Week
Thingiverse has dropped a number of 3D models from its repository, according to multiple reports.
Einscan-SP 3D Scanner [Review]
We seasoned digital craftspeople can take an idea from a digital model to a physical concept with lightning speed.
Steph Piper: “Printing Isnât Just About Making Knick-Knacks”
Steph has a background in biofabrication and 3D printing for medical grade implants.