Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi examine how Ottobock’s new 3D printed silicone prosthetic liner reflects a broader movement toward mass-customized healthcare enabled by additive manufacturing and digital workflows.
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Kone’s Acquisition of TK Elevator: Private Equity Cashes Out as 3D Printing Gets a Lift
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi explain how Kone’s blockbuster acquisition of TK Elevator delivers a major private equity payday while quietly setting the stage for expanded use of 3D printing across the global elevator industry.
Generative Braces Move Into Metal: An Interview with LightForce’s James Lawton
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe detail the R&D tax credit implications for medical device innovators who overcome manufacturing uncertainties to produce unique brackets individualized across six distinct dimensions.
PALFINGER Expands into Robotic Construction with ICON Collaboration
Charles R. Goulding and Aaron Rofe highlight PALFINGER’s strategic pivot into automation and how its collaboration with ICON could accelerate the future of digital construction.
Hybrid Inkjet Electrodes On 3D Printed Parts
A new study shows inkjet-printed electrodes built directly on 3D printed parts, pointing to faster, cheaper custom electrochemical devices.
ASTM Transitions Wohlers Report to Subscription-Only Digital Platform for 2026 Edition
After thirty years, the Wohlers Report is going full digital.
3D Printing Enters the Oil & Gas Era: Aramco’s US$30 Billion U.S. Partnerships and the Additive Manufacturing Opportunity
Anthony Palumbo and Charles Goulding analyze how Saudi Aramco’s US$30 billion-plus U.S. partnership framework signals a strategic inflection point for additive manufacturing, positioning 3D printing as a core enabler of localized production, digital spare-parts supply chains, and advanced materials integration across next-generation oil and gas infrastructure.
From Slides to Supplies: Big Consulting Eyes 3D Printing for Growth
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi underscore how top consulting firms are pivoting toward 3D printing in response to shrinking federal contracts and rising demand in defense and industry.
Design of the Week: Mechanical Digital Clock
This week’s selection is the Mechanical Digital Clock by Printables contributor Marian42.
Scanning Success: The Innovations Driving 3D Technology Forward
Charles R. Goulding and Andressa Bonafe explore how 3D scanning technology is revolutionizing industries from healthcare to entertainment, offering precise digital replicas that enhance efficiency and innovation.
SLM Solutions’ Shocking Decision
SLM Solutions announced a major change in marketing strategy, skipping a major trade show and focusing on an all-digital approach.
Formnext To Produce “Flexible” In-Person 2021 Event
Formnext revealed more details about their precedent-setting in-person 3D print event this fall.
3Diligent Focuses On Ease Of Manufacturing Connection With Portal Introduction
3Diligent Portal launches today, connecting manufacturers with those who need their services.
How Did 3D Printing’s Largest Event Translate To The Digital?
Now that Formnext 2020 is a wrap, in the digital form of Formnext Connect, we can take a step back and gauge the value of a massive virtual event.
Connecting At Formnext Connect
The biggest event in additive manufacturing looks a bit different this year, as Formnext Connect connects us virtually.
ADDITIV digital World To Bring Together The Additive Manufacturing Community
Next week, 3Dnatives’ ADDITIV digital World event is set to virtually gather expertise in additive manufacturing from NASA to Ford, with plenty of time to network with the industry.
Eric Schmidt’s New Technical University And 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Alyssa Schneider take a look at the recently established US Digital Service Academy.
Will The 3D Printing Community Take Notice Of Recent Tremendous Investments In India?
Recently, there has been a tremendous movement of Fortune 500 companies to invest in India’s digital infrastructure; Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi consider the implications of the 3D printing industry taking notice.
A Walk Through Fictiv’s Manufacturing Survey Shows Significant Change Underway
Fictiv released their annual “State of Manufacturing” report, and there are some notable changes from previous years’ reports.
Microsoft Digital Training And 3D Printing
Charles R. Goulding and Alyssa Schneider think on pandemic-driven job market changes and where digital upskilling can help.
Should AMUG Go Digital?
A recent discussion on LinkedIn suggests AMUG, the annual additive manufacturing event, should go to a digital format.