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IBM Patent Applies AI To 3D Printer Control

IBM has published a patent application describing an AI decision engine for managing 3D printers.

3D Printed Copper Plates — Solving One of AI’s Biggest Problems

Charles G. Goulding examines how advanced 3D printing and copper engineering could unlock the next phase of AI expansion while easing pressure on power grids and critical infrastructure.

Text-To-CAD Is Getting More Real, But It’s Not There Yet.

Text-to-CAD tools are beginning to generate useful 3D models from prompts, but the most important missing feature is not geometry — it is intent.

Deep Learning Spots 3D Print Defects In Process

A new study explores deep learning for image-based defect detection during 3D printing, looking to catch bad builds.

Humanoid Robots, the Question of Human Work, and 3D Printing

Charles G. Goulding raises the key question: How effectively can humanoid robots perform work traditionally done by humans?

Carbon Capture, Additive Manufacturing, and the New Infrastructure Beside the Turbine

Charles G. Goulding investigates how industrial data center developers deploy modular carbon-capture technology beside gas turbines to overcome environmental permitting roadblocks and secure federal tax incentives.

Prometheus Raises Billions to Develop ‘Artificial General Engineer’ for Physical Product Creation

Prometheus Industries is a company that might become very important to additive manufacturing in the future.

The TDK-Fabric8Labs Deal Shows the Importance of 3D Print Applications

TDK’s surprise acquisition of Fabric8Labs last week shows how applications truly drive the 3D printing industry.

Neural Shape Optimization Could Cut 3D Print Supports

A new neural field-based optimization method aims to reshape parts to reduce overhangs and, in turn, minimize the need for 3D printing support structures.

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

Meshy announced a new agent capability.

Google and FANUC Want to Build the First Truly Intelligent Factory Robots

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi analyze how AI-enabled FANUC robots could transform automation, additive manufacturing, and factory intelligence.

AI-Generated 3D Content Gains Strategic Importance as Tripo Raises US$200M

Tripo just received US$200M, and there’s a reason for that.

Ten Potential Disruptions That Could Reshape the 3D Printing Industry

What developments in 3D printing could truly disrupt the industry?

AI Spending Surge Meets Industrial Reality: What It Means for Additive Manufacturing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi share insights from a recent Deloitte seminar, connecting today’s AI boom to tomorrow’s factory floor innovations.

Researchers Map The Path To AI Guided 3D Food Printing

A new research paper lays out how extrusion 3D food printing and AI could deliver truly personalized, plant-based meals.

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

This is interesting: Meshy is partnering with Flashforge.

AI Post-Slicing GCODE Lowers FFF Material Use

A new research paper shows AI and curvature-aware post-slicing can cut FFF material use by about a quarter without touching CAD or the slicer.

Tvasta Differentiates Cedar 3D Printer With AI-Based Concrete Mix Optimization

I ran across yet another new concrete 3D printer manufacturer, this time in India. What’s going on here?

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.

AI And Digital Twin Manufacturing Architecture For Small Businesses

Researchers described a practical AI and Digital Twin architecture to enable SMEs to use closed-loop small-batch additive manufacturing.

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.

The Beginning of Prompt-Based Manufacturing? A Look at Wonder 3D

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe highlight how AI-driven tools like Wonder 3D are speeding up design workflows while expanding opportunities for R&D tax credits across digital fabrication.

Hands On with Prompt2CAD

I’m trying a new and quite different AI generative tool, Prompt2CAD.

Personalized Without Compromise: AI Keeps Custom 3D Prints Durable

Charles R. Goulding and Nimra Shakoor discuss how emerging systems blend generative design with structural analysis so everyday users can create customized objects that actually hold up in real-world use.

Tripo Secures $50M Investment to Advance AI-Generated 3D Models for Industrial and Creative Use

Tripo announced a massive US$50M investment to power their AI 3D generation company.

Design of the Week: AI Chair

This week’s selection is the AI Chair by Ross Lovegrove and Google Deepmind.

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.

Bambu Lab Integrates Meshy 6 into MakerLab, Expanding AI Image-to-3D Capabilities

Bambu Lab has added a powerful feature to MakerLab: Meshy 6.

Navigating Complexity in Industrial 3D Printing Sales: An Interview with Corbel’s Le’ora Lichtenstein

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe discuss how AI-driven sales tools are reshaping industrial manufacturing by reducing misconfigurations and accelerating deal flow.

DreamPartGen Brings Part Aware Text To 3D

A new research model called DreamPartGen could make text generated 3D models far more usable for printing and assembly.

Why Apple’s LiTo Research Could Matter To 3D Printing

Apple’s new LiTo research is not about 3D printers — at first glance, but it could point toward a more 3D print friendly content pipeline if the company ever decides to connect image based 3D capture, asset generation, and physical output into one ecosystem.

Vision Transformers Boost Real Time FFF Quality Monitoring

Researchers propose a Vision Transformer approach that detects FFF surface defects in real time with on-demand explainability.

Disney’s Big Bet on Storytelling, Parks and Products

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how Disney’s massive bet on Imagineering, from theme parks to cruise ships, is opening new doors for advanced manufacturing and 3D printing.

New MIT AI System Designs Structurally Sound 3D Printable Objects

MIT researchers have developed a system to generate 3D models that can better function in real life when printed.

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.

Polymaker’s Advanced Filament Selection Tool Includes Color Matching and Material Comparison

Anyone selecting a filament product from Polymaker can now use an incredibly powerful assistant.

Patent Proposes Lights Out Implant 3D Printing

A new patent filing describes an AI driven 3D printer that could automate patient specific implant production with minimal human touch time.

Reinforcement Learning Tames DLP Peel Forces For Fragile Prints

A new research paper proposes geometry adaptive reinforcement learning to reduce peel forces in Digital Light Processing (DLP) resin printing to save fragile features and increase lift success for resin workflows.

Is the TOP.E R1 the First Desktop 5-Axis 3D Printer?

Could this new device be the first desktop 5-axis 3D printer?

Hitem3D Shifts Image-to-3D AI Platform Toward Print-Ready Model Generation

Hitem3D is focusing on 3D printing for its image-to-3D AI system.

MyMiniFactory Takes Over Thingiverse

Easily the biggest news of the day: MyMiniFactory has acquired Thingiverse!

Makerworld Introduces New Image Requirement to Address Misleading AI-Generated Model Listings

Bambu Lab just made an important rule change about AI use on Makerworld.

Synera Expands AI-Driven Engineering Platform with Autodesk Fusion Integration

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

University of Maryland’s Extensive HVAC 3D Printing Program Signals a Turning Point

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi highlight how the University of Maryland’s extensive HVAC 3D printing program is moving additive manufacturing from experimental concepts to real-world energy infrastructure.

LLM Agents Step Into The 3D Printer Control Loop

A new CMU framework uses large language models to spot defects and change print parameters during print jobs.

AdditiveGDL Predicts LPBF Thermal Fields With Generative AI

Researchers introduced AdditiveGDL, a generative deep learning method that predicts local thermal distributions across metal Laser Powder Bed Fusion layers to accelerate process tuning and quality assurance.

Five Breakthrough Industries Shaping 2026 — and Why Additive Manufacturing Is Embedded in All of Them

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi predict which industries will have the most significant impact in 2026.

Industrial AI and the Next Revolution: Siemens and NVIDIA at CES 2026

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi spotlight why Siemens believes AI-driven digital twins are now as essential to industry as electricity once was, and how NVIDIA’s computing power makes that vision real.

BCN3D Launches Omega I60 G2, Its First New System Since Acquisition

BCN3D announced a new version of their Omega I60 industrial 3D printer, the G2.

AI Adoption in 3D Printing Should Accelerate Despite Early Failures and Skepticism

Where is AI going in the 3D print world?

Hitem3D Releases Version 2.0 With Integrated Texture Generation for Higher-Fidelity 3D Models

AI company Hitem3D has released a new version of their 3D generation service.

Creality Quietly Introduces New “Spark X” Brand Focused on Automated, AI-Enhanced 3D Printing

Creality quietly announced something called “Spark X” last week.

printpal Milestone Signals Shift From Traditional CAD to AI Modeling

printpal announced they’ve hit a significant milestone.

Hands on with PrintU

Bambu Lab released an interesting new service called “PrintU”.

3D Printed Copper vs. In-Chip Microfluidics: Which Cooling Technology Will Enable the AI Data Center?

Anthony Palumbo and Charles Goulding examine how 3D printed copper cold plates and in-chip microfluidic silicon are reshaping AI data center cooling, positioning copper as the rack-ready solution deployable today and in-chip microfluidics as the long-term leap, both enabled by additive manufacturing.

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.

New AI Venture Cadxstudio Targets Automated CAD Generation

I’m looking at a new AI-based CAD system called “Cadxstudio”.

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.

Another Very Questionable 3D Print Market Report Emerges

A week later, I am again presented with an extremely suspicious 3D print market analyst report.

From Algorithms to Action: SoftBank’s Physical AI Bet on ABB

Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe connect SoftBank’s robotics deal to the rise of additive manufacturing and the next wave of AI-powered production.

Beyond the Beaker: Corning’s AI Success and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti examine Corning’s success with the AI boom due to its fiber optic research and development, all while setting a place for 3D printing to hedge any unforeseen risks. Corning’s AI Glow-Up: How 3D Printing Could Shape Its Next Big Win Corning, often associated with glass manufacturing and kitchenware more than… Continue reading Beyond the Beaker: Corning’s AI Success and 3D Printing

Mango3D Expands Beyond Slicing with Lychee Gen, an AI-Powered 3D Model Creation Platform

Mango3D announced a new service: Lychee Gen.

Elegoo Quietly Launches Centauri Carbon 2 in China, Adding Multicolor Printing

Elegoo announced the Centauri Carbon 2 — on their China site.

Cemforge Uses Physics-Based AI to Design Custom Concrete Mixes for 3DCP Applications

A new startup company hopes to assist 3DCP companies by generating concrete formulations.

SLB and the Future of Energy: Digital Platforms, AI Innovation, and Industrial 3D Printing

Anthony Palumbo and Charles Goulding examine how SLB is reshaping the energy sector through digital platforms, AI-driven operations, and industrial 3D printing, positioning additive manufacturing as a mission-critical enabler in one of the world’s most demanding industries.

Reardon Metal, Reimagined: MIT’s 3D Printed Aluminum Hits Five-Fold Strength

Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi lead the charge into a new age of metals by reporting on how MIT engineers are leveraging machine learning and 3D printing to transform ordinary aluminum into a super-strong structural alloy.

Meshy.ai Launches Meshy 6 Preview With Major Advances in 3D Model Quality

Meshy.ai has released a new model, Meshy 6.

3D Systems Refocuses Strategy on AI-Driven Additive Manufacturing Workflows

3D Systems announced a sweeping change in strategy this week. The company, one of the original 3D printing companies after their invention of the SLA process back in the 80’s, has faced stiff competition in recent years. This has eroded their position, which they hope to recover as a result of the announced changes. What’s… Continue reading 3D Systems Refocuses Strategy on AI-Driven Additive Manufacturing Workflows

CMU Researchers Use AI to Autonomously Manage 3D Printing Workflows on FFF Systems

Researchers have found a way to use AI to autonomously control 3D print workflows.

MoBluRF Enables High-Quality Dynamic 3D Capture Using Ordinary Smartphones and Cameras

Researchers have developed a new approach for capturing 3D models using neural radiance fields.

Golden Shares and Silicon Deals: How U.S. Government Investments Reshape Industry and 3D Printing

Charles R. Goulding and Leah Nabangi explore how unprecedented U.S. government equity deals—from semiconductors to rare earths—are reshaping industry partnerships and creating ripple effects across the 3D printing sector.

How AI Could Reshape the Workflow of Designing and 3D Printing Parts

I’ve been thinking about recent developments in AI technology and how they might dramatically change how we make parts.

Rebuilding Energy Infrastructure: Baker Hughes, Chart Industries, and the Role of 3D Printing

In this article, Charles Goulding and Anthony Palumbo explore Baker Hughes’ US$13.6 billion acquisition of Chart Industries, analyzing its impact on energy infrastructure, clean technology, thermal and cryogenic systems, and digital industrial applications, with a focus on the expanding role of additive manufacturing in global energy innovation.

One Year Later: AI-Generated 3D Models Now ‘Good Enough’ for Some Users

Things seem to be changing with generated 3D models on public download sites.

Researchers Demonstrate Volumetric Color 3D Printing With Translucent Fidelity

Researchers have developed a way to 3D print true volumetric color objects.

Bambu Lab Introduces Single-Nozzle H2S Combo with Large Build Volume and Advanced Features

It’s here: Bambu Lab announced the new H2S 3D printer today.

FOODres.AI 3D Printer Gives Food Waste New Life as Objects

A pair of MIT graduates have developed a fun and clever way to minimize the amount of food waste sent to the landfill.

New CC Signals Framework Could Impact Licensing of 3D Models for AI Training

A new licensing initiative may have implications for 3D model designs.

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”.

UltiMaker Launches MakerBot Nebula with AI Curriculum Builder and Grant Assistant

UltiMaker announced a new educational program, MakerBot Nebula.

Sparc3D Sets New Standard for Image-to-3D with Unmatched Model Detail

A new image-to-3D method promises to create even more detail.

Powering the Nuclear Future: 3D Printing, Executive Orders, AI Infrastructure, and the Future of U.S. Energy

In a two-part series, Charles Goulding and Anthony Palumbo explore how recent U.S. executive orders and private-sector energy demands are driving a nuclear energy revival, with additive manufacturing (AM) poised to accelerate innovation and deployment. This first installment examines four key executive orders and highlights how AM is poised to bridge regulatory momentum with the tech industry’s shift toward nuclear-powered AI infrastructure.

PartCrafter Advances Image-to-3D Mesh Generation with Novel AI Approach

There’s yet another way to generate 3D meshes from 2D images: PartCrafter.

From iPhones to AI Forms: Jony Ive’s New Era of Intelligent Design

Charles R. Goulding and Anthony Palumbo unpack the collision of AI, form, and function—and why 3D printing is poised to benefit.

New HP Text-to-3D Service Targets Early Adoption of AI

I noticed HP is offering a text-to-3D service. Could this work?

AI Slop’ Threatens Viability of 3D Model Platforms as Content Moderation Struggles to Keep Up

AI slop is going to cause a transformation in 3D model repositories.

Almond AI Launches Robot-as-a-Service Platform to Automate 3D Printer Operations

Need a robot to help operate your 3D printers? An Almond Bot can do that. A new company, Almond AI, is marketing a robotic solution for manufacturing equipment automation. They offer a “robot as a service” that can perform inspection, pick & place functions, and automatically tend to machines — and that’s the function we’re… Continue reading Almond AI Launches Robot-as-a-Service Platform to Automate 3D Printer Operations