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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
3D Spark Secures €2M Funding to Revolutionize AI-Driven Manufacturing
3D Spark has secured €2 million in seed funding as a means to achieve its goal of reshaping industrial component manufacturing and procurement through artificial intelligence.
New Vixiv Platform Uses AI to Streamline Functional AM Part Design
Vixiv will soon provide new software to optimize 3D printable designs.
Beyond the Printer: How Siemens’ Dotmatics Acquisition Supercharges 3D-Enabled Labs
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi underscore how Siemens’ US$5.1 billion acquisition of Dotmatics could redefine the role of 3D printing in academic research amid mounting NIH funding pressure.
Oregon State Researchers Develop New Algorithms to Advance Multi-Axis 3D Printing
I spoke to researchers from Oregon State University, who have been doing some interesting work on 3D print slicing algorithms.
Revolutionizing Climate Control: The Role of 3D Printing and AI in HVAC Advancements
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore how leading HVAC companies are leveraging 3D printing, AI-driven cooling solutions, and federal incentives to drive sustainability, efficiency, and industry growth.
AI Science Factories: How Lila A.I. is Revolutionizing Research
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi uncover how Lila A.I.’s innovative AI Science Factories are transforming research in life sciences, materials science, and 3D printing.
Hands On With FishCAD
I’m looking at Taiyaki’s new FishCAD system.
Assessing AI in Additive Manufacturing: Researchers Introduce FDM-Bench for 3D Printing
Researchers have developed a method of measuring the effectiveness of AI-based additive manufacturing systems.
The Rise of Humanoid Robots: AI, 3D Printing, and the Future of Automation
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how 3D printing, AI, and automation are driving the rise of humanoid robots, with major players like Apptronik, Tesla, and Google leading the charge.
Backflip’s 3D Scan to CAD Could Disrupt Almost Everything
There are considerable implications from this week’s announcement of a 3D Scan to CAD service from Backflip.
Backflip Introduces Revolutionary AI Tool for Automated CAD Modeling
I had a chat with Greg Mark about the incredible new release from his new startup, Backflip. Mark is the namesake behind a company you’ve likely heard of: Markforged. Mark and partners built that company up and cashed out a few years ago to start an entirely new company, Backflip. Backflip has been operating in… Continue reading Backflip Introduces Revolutionary AI Tool for Automated CAD Modeling
Autodesk Layoffs: Is AI Reshaping the Future of CAD and 3D Design?
Autodesk is to reduce its staffing by nine percent: is AI to blame?
Microsoft’s MatterGen AI Could Pave the Way for New 3D Printing Materials
Last month Microsoft announced MatterGen. Could this be useful for 3D printing?
Researchers Develop ‘Poxels’ for Full Color 3D Printed AI Generated Models
Researchers have developed a new way of generating 3D models using AI that produces properly 3D printable results.
Taiyaki Launches “Text to Product” AI Service, Bridging 3D Design and Manufacturing
Today I’m looking at taiyaki, a startup offering “text to product” services.
nTop Takes a Major Step Toward AI-Powered Design with CloudFluid Acquisition
nTop is making a significant acquisition.
SPAR3D: A New Hybrid AI Approach for More Accurate 3D Model Generation
A new approach for generating 3D models from 2D images has been announced: SPAR3D.
From AI Chips to Humanoid Systems: How NVIDIA Is Shaping Tomorrow’s Robotics
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe investigate how NVIDIA’s pivot to generative physical AI, innovative platforms like Jetson Thor, and advances in 3D printing are revolutionizing the robotics industry.
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
Ups and Downs for 3D Printing in 2025
Well, it just happens to be the first day of the year. What might happen in the next 364 days?
Hands on with Backflip.ai
Last week, Backflip’s AI-powered generative CAD system was revealed. We took it for a test drive.
Unmanned and Unstoppable: The Rise of Autonomous Swarming Drone Systems
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider how Rheinmetall and Auterion are transforming modern warfare with AI-driven, 3D-printed autonomous drone systems that redefine battlefield strategy and efficiency.
Computational Engineering Breakthrough: LEAP 71 Validates Aerospike Rocket Design
LEAP 71 performed a monumental real-life validation of their computational engineering approach with a rocket engine hot fire.
Backflip Unveiled: AI-Powered 3D Design Platform Aims to Revolutionize CAD Modeling
The secret startup project by Markforged co-founders Greg Mark and David Benhaim has been revealed: Backflip.
DIMON: The AI Model That Drastically Speeds Up Solving Partial Differential Equations
Researchers have made a breakthrough in the ability to solve engineering problems. In a new paper published in Nature entitled, “A scalable framework for learning the geometry-dependent solution operators of partial differential equations”, they explain the current challenges in solving partial differential equations. Partial Differential Equations are a specific type of equation where it is… Continue reading DIMON: The AI Model That Drastically Speeds Up Solving Partial Differential Equations
New 3D Printing Method Embeds Optical Sensors in Metal Parts for Micro Reactors
A new application area for additive manufacturing has been identified: micro reactors.
Beyond Vision: EssilorLuxottica’s Bold Moves in 3D Printing and AI-Powered Eyewear
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi provide insight into EssilorLuxottica’s transformative journey, highlighting their groundbreaking partnerships with Meta and advancements in 3D printing that are reshaping the eyewear and wearable tech industries.
Authentise Expands Threads Platform with AI-Powered Documentation and API Customization Tools
Authentise announced two new features for their Threads platform that strongly leverage AI.
QUALUP SAS Introduces Predictive AI and Rotating Nozzle for High Temperature 3D Printing
QUALUP SAS introduced two interesting new features on their Qu4 HT high temperature 3D printer.
Chat with Moath 3D GPT: An AI-Powered Assistant for Advanced 3D Printing Insights
A new GPT offers the ability to chat about 3D printing.
Freeform’s Service-First Model Aims to Disrupt Metal 3D Printing Industry
A new metal 3D printing company has emerged: Freeform.
The Next Energy Revolution: How 3D Printing and Nuclear Power Are Shaping AI
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explore the growing partnership between nuclear energy, 3D printing, and big tech as companies like Microsoft and Oracle fuel their AI operations with re-commissioned reactors and cutting-edge innovations.
Tennis Serves Up Health, Analytics, and 3D Printing Innovations
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi serve-up an explanation of how tennis is at the forefront of health improvements, data-driven analytics, and next-gen equipment through 3D printing.
New AI Technique Pioneers Accurate Mechanical 3D Model Generation Using BREP Geometry
Research is proceeding on ways to use AI techniques to generate solid mechanical 3D models.
3D Model on Printables Contest Faces Criticism for Misleading Cover Image
I came across what appears to be a misrepresented design on Printables.
Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 3
Our review of the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D printer concludes with a look at print results and final thoughts. This is part three of a three part series, please read parts one and two. Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra Print Results We returned to where we had left off with the review, but first downloaded… Continue reading Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 3
Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 2
Our look at the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra resin 3D printer continues with a look at setup, calibration, software and operations. This is part two of a three part series, please read parts one and three. Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra Setup and Calibration We moved the printer over to our work area and powered it… Continue reading Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 2
Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 1
Elegoo provided us with their latest resin 3D printer, the Saturn 4 Ultra, and we gave it an extensive test. This is part one of a three part series, please read parts two and three. Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra Background Founded in 2015 in China’s Silicon Valley, Shenzhen, Elegoo has produced quite a number of… Continue reading Hands On with the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 3D Printer, Part 1
Planning to Buy a Desktop Resin 3D Printer? 10 Must-Know Facts
So you want to do resin 3D printing? Here’s ten things you have to know.
Planning to Buy a Desktop FFF 3D Printer? 10 Must-Know Facts
So you want to do FFF 3D printing? Here’s ten things you have to know.
Patterned vs. Textured: How New 3D Printer Plates are Changing Surface Design
I tried using a patterned FFF 3D printer plate for the first time.
New Text to 3D Tool Produces High Quality 3D Models in Minutes
I’ve been testing a new “Text to 3D” tool, and this one just might be the best so far.
AI-Driven Polymer Discovery Improved by New Research
AI is being used to identify new, powerful polymers for 3D printing.
Revolutionizing Drug Discovery: How AI and 3D Printing Are Transforming the Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi reveal how AI and 3D printing are revolutionizing drug discovery, highlighting trailblazers like Terray Therapeutics and Recursion Pharmaceuticals in this groundbreaking transformation.
New AI-Powered Technique Enhances 3D Scans by Accurately Filling Missing Data
Researchers have developed a powerful new method for hole-filling for incomplete 3D scans.
Slice-100K: How a New Dataset Could Revolutionize AI in 3D Printing
Researchers have developed “Slice-100K”, a dataset that could enable much more AI use in 3D printing.
AON3D’s Hylo: High-Temperature 3D Printing Enhanced by Machine Learning
AON3D’s Hylo 3D printer has an interesting method to provide high quality 3D prints.
KATALYST LABS Introduces Parametric Text-to-3D Tool to Simplify CAD Design
A new text-to-3D tool has surfaced with a big difference: it’s parametric.
AMGPT: Experimental AI System for Metal 3D Printer Operators
AMGPT is an experimental large language model that can help metal 3D printer operators.
AI Build Releases Upgraded AM Software
AI Build has a new software release.
AI-Assisted 3D Printing: Choosing the Right Material with ChatGPT
I found an interesting way to use ChatGPT to help me complete a 3D print project.
Create Complex Sketches Easily with Fusion 360’s Project Salvador AI Plugin
I’ve been trying out Project Salvador, which is an AI-plugin for Autodesk Fusion 360.
Innovative Non-Planar Slicing Method Using Neural Nets Promises Stronger 3D Prints
There’s a problem with most 3D print slicers, but new research shows an intriguing new approach based on neural nets.
OpenAI Unveils GPT-4o: AI with Implications for 3D Printing Technology
OpenAI made a series of important announcements yesterday, and hidden within them was something that has implications for 3D printing.
Makerverse Report Reveals Limited AI Adoption Among European Manufacturers
Makerverse has issued a report on AI intentions for European manufacturers.
3DPFIX: A New AI Troubleshooting System Developed to Simplify 3D Printing for Novices
Researchers have developed a troubleshooting AI system for 3D print novices called “3DPFIX”.
Hands on With Alpha3D’s AI 3D Model Generator
Alpha3D offers an AI-powered 3D model generator that works with text and images.
MIT Analyzes AI’s Potential in Manufacturing Innovation
MIT has released a very interesting paper analyzing the potential of using AI to generate part designs for industry.
Introducing CADScribe: A Text-to-3D Tool for Quick 3D Parts Modeling
I’m looking at a new free online tool called “CADScribe”, which can seemingly generate 3D models.
QuantumPrint: The AI-Powered 3D Printer That Says “No”
AI Robotics unveiled the QuantumPrint: a 3D printer that leverages advanced AI to automate nearly every aspect of the 3D printing workflow.
NVIDIA Advances 3D Model Generation with Fast, Detailed LATTE3D AI System
NVIDIA announced a new 3D generative AI system, LATTE3D.
Industry 4.0 and Solving Homelessness: An Interview with Arjun Chandar
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi sit down with Arjun Chandar, founder and CEO of IndustrialML, to discuss his ventures in technology and research.
1000 Kelvin Announces Autodesk Fusion 360 AMAIZE Plugin
1000 Kelvin has integrated their powerful software into Autodesk Fusion 360.
ICON Introduces Multi-Story Phoenix 3D Printer and Innovation Construction Software
ICON announced a series of new products, including a multi-story construction 3D printer.
Authentise Unveils Advanced AI Features for Threads, Enhancing 3D Design Collaboration
Authentise today announced new and very interesting features for their Threads system.
Sora: How OpenAI’s Latest Innovation Could Transform 3D Design and Printing
OpenAI announced something quite startling last week, and it has significant long-term implications for 3D printing and design.
Beyond CAD: ChatGPT’s Experiment Paves the Way for AI-Designed 3D Parts
Can you design any 3D printable part using ChatGPT? That’s the claim of a new experiment.
Deep Learning Paves the Way for On-Demand Metamaterial Designs in 3D Printing
Researchers have developed a powerful method to use AI to generate metamaterial designs that could be 3D printed.
Will AI Finally Put the Aid in Computer-Aided Design?
Moribund software about to get an innovation boost from the AI tsunami.
Advancing Military 3D Printing: 1000 Kelvin and Fieldmade Form Strategic Partnership
1000 Kelvin announced today they have established a very intriguing partnership with Fieldmade.
Jellypipe Unveils AI Assistant for 3D Printing: Optimizing Material Selection and Pricing with GPT-4
We caught up with Jellypipe, and learned they are doing some interesting things with AI.
AI Build’s Natural Language Processing in 3D Printing Software
We had a chat with AI Build, and learned the latest from the additive manufacturing software company.
Quantica and Additive Appearance Launch MultiSlice for Complex 3D Printing Projects
Quantica has introduced a new software tool for their powerful NovoJet 3D printers.
NinjaTek Stirs Speculation with Secretive New 3D Printer
NinjaTek is up to something, but we’re not allowed to tell you about it.
AI-Powered 3D Model Generation Introduced by Stability AI
Stability AI has introduced a new method of generating 3D models using AI.
Introducing GaussianDreamer: Faster Text to 3D Model Generation
A new experimental text to 3D concept shows a path towards efficient 3D model generation.
Ai Build Secures Major Investment with a Surprising Twist
Ai Build announced they’ve received a significant investment, and there’s an interesting twist to the story.
Innovative Technologies Reshaping the Construction Industry
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi discuss the transformative shift in the construction industry towards integrating advanced technologies like 3D printing and automation.
ChatGPT and 3D Printing: A Look into MakeUseOf’s Findings
I’m reading a curious article on MakeUseOf that attempts to show how ChatGPT can be used for 3D printing.
Design of the Week: Experimental Disney Robot
This week’s selection is the adorable prototype robot developed by Disney Research.
Harnessing AI for Industrial Insights: Nano Dimension’s New Patent
Nano Dimension announced they’ve filed a very interesting patent using AI technology.