Tenger Technologies has released an update to their Bricklayers slicing script to dramatically increase the strength of 3D printed parts.
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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.
Johns Hopkins Researchers Introduce TCODE tthat Could Replace Legacy GCODE in 3D Printing
Researchers at Johns Hopkins have developed a new protocol that could significantly change how 3D printers work in the future.
New Research Identifies Key Workflow Improvements for 3D Concrete Printing
A new research paper explores the workflow used in 3DCP.
How VoxelFill Reinforces 3D Prints for Unmatched Z-Axis Strength
VoxelFill is one of the most intriguing new slicing features we’ve seen in recent years.
Graph Theory Applied to 3D Printing: New Research Enhances Toolpath Optimization
Continuous carbon fiber 3D printing may become a lot more powerful if new research is adopted by industry.
Dragon by Helio Additive: 3D Print Quality with Voxel-Based Optimization
Helio Additive revealed Dragon, an advanced software platform for 3D printing.
Introducing QuickCurve: The Slightly Nonplanar 3D Printing Slicer
I’m reading about QuickCurve, an experimental nonplanar 3D print slicer.
AI Build Releases Upgraded AM Software
AI Build has a new software release.
New Algorithm Enhances Strength of Continuous Carbon Fiber 3D Printed Parts
Researchers have developed a new way to use continuous carbon fibers in 3D prints.
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.
Question of the Week: Resurrecting the Kodak Portrait 3D Printer
This week’s question is regarding the now unsupported Kodak Portrait desktop 3D printer.
Automatic Tuning Breakthrough: The 3D Printer That Adapts to Any Filament
Researchers have achieved a major breakthrough: a 3D printer that automatically tunes itself.
Micronics Developing Sub-$3000 SLS 3D Printer, Making Advanced Manufacturing Accessible to All
Micronics seems to have developed a very inexpensive desktop SLS 3D printer.
Markforged Unveils Performance Advisor Automatically Strengthening 3D Printed Parts
Markforged announced a new software tool that automatically makes parts stronger.
Bambu Studio 1.8.2 Enables Integration of Third-Party Filaments
The update brings significant enhancements in material compatibility, user collaboration, and printing flexibility to the Bambu Lab ecosystem.
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.
UltiMaker Announces Cura Support for MakerBot’s Method 3D Printers
UltiMaker announced something quite intriguing: Cura support for MakerBot equipment.
AIM3D and Create it REAL Partner on Voxelfill Strategy for Stronger Parts
Via the SlicEx slicing software and an integrated plugin for ExAM printers.
Enhancing 3D Print Recycling: The Proposal to Add Recycling Stamps
My proposal to allow 3D print slicers to emboss recycling stamps has generated some interesting ideas.
Making 3D Print Recycling Easier: A Proposal for Slicing Software Developers
I’m increasingly disturbed by the pile of waste 3D prints I am generating, and I have an idea that might help recycle them.
Introducing Meltio Space: The Slicing Software Powering Meltio’s Robotic Metal 3D Printing
Meltio has released a unique slicing system for its 3D printer.
Unlocking MSLA’s Secrets: 3 Core Concepts for Better Resin 3D Prints
Resin 3D printing is quite challenging, but three concepts truly helped me understand how the process really works and made my printing more reliable.
Optimize Your Prints: Introducing Organic Supports in PrusaSlicer 2.6
PrusaSlicer 2.6 has been released, and it includes quite a number of very useful new features.
9 Ways AI Could Affect 3D Printing
AI is upon us, but what might it affect in the 3D printing universe?
Simplify3D v5.1: A Leap Forward in 3D Print Quality
Barely had we adjusted to Simplify3D v5, when the company decided to shake things up again by releasing version 5.1.
Helio Additive: Voxel-Based Slicing for 3D Printing
Helio Additive has secured a major investment and is on its way to revolutionizing slicing forever.
Introducing GrabCAD Pro: Streamlining 3D Printing for Manufacturers
Stratasys has announced a significant upgrade for their GrabCAD 3D print job preparation tool.
Introducing Material Interlocking: Ultimaker Cura 5.3.0’s Revolutionary Feature
UltiMaker released a new version of UltiMaker Cura earlier this month, and there is a very surprising feature included.
Try Out the “Arc Overhang” Technique in PrusaSlicer for 3D Printing Without Supports
It’s now possible to try out the “arc overhang” technique in PrusaSlicer.
What Can Photon M3 Premium Owners Expect from the Latest Anycubic App?
Anycubic announced a new app that should supercharge users of their Photon M3 Premium resin 3D printer.
Simplify3D Issues First Update Since 5.0 Upgrade – Here’s What’s Changed
That didn’t take long: Simplify3D issues their first update since the huge 5.0 upgrade.
Introducing AiSync: Ai Build’s Text-to-Slice Interface for Additive Manufacturing
Ai Build has introduced something quite amazing: AiSync.
Introducing SprutCAM P3D: The 3D Slicer for Robotic Systems
SprutCAM’s P3D slicer offers full robotic 6-axis slicing of 3D models.
Hands On With Simplify3D V5.0, Part 2
We complete our review of Simplify3D V5.0 with a look at previews, features, bugs and final thoughts.
Hands On With Simplify3D V5.0, Part 1
After a wait of several years, we’ve got our hands on the latest version of Simplify3D.
Mango3D Introduces Lychee Slicer V5.0: FFF Printing Now Supported!
Mango3D announced V5.0 of the Lychee Slicer, but with a huge surprise: it handles FFF printing as well as resin 3D printing!
We Told You So: Simplify3D 5.0 Released After Multi-Year Delay
Finally, after an extremely long wait, Simplify3D version 5.0 has been released today.
The Next Level of 3D Printing: FreeD Printing is Redefining Slicing
FreeD Printing is a software company producing software that can slice your 3D model in ways you can’t imagine.
Two New Innovations From Meltio
Meltio has introduced two new innovations: “Horizon” slicing software and a laser calibration system.
Markforged Links Slicing and Simulation
Markforged announced a very useful new feature for their Eiger software platform.
Surprise: PrusaSlicer 2.5.0 Includes STEP Format Import
Prusa Research released the latest beta version of PrusaSlicer, and surprise — it includes the ability to use STEP files.
Create It Real’s Advanced Slicing Capabilities
Create It Real has been quietly getting their advanced slicing system out to industry partners.
Is Your 3D Printing Software Doing All It Can?
3D printing is more involved than hitting Ctrl + P and grabbing a perfect part a few minutes later.
Have You Used BuildBee?
BuildBee is a new online tool for 3D print job preparation.
Does Ultimaker Cura 5.0 Really Change Things?
After the blockbuster announcement of Ultimaker Cura 5.0, I decided to give it a quick test.
The Ongoing Puzzle of 3D Printer Settings
3D print parameters are a bit of a mess these days.
SmartScan: Improving Metal 3D Printing
Researchers are developing an interesting system to dramatically improve print quality for metal 3D prints.
BREAKING: Markforged Acquires Teton Simulation
In a surprise announcement today, Markforged has acquired Teton Simulation.
What’s New In Z-Suite 3.0.0?
Zortrax released a beta version of their new 3D print management software, Z-Suite.
New Cura Enables Much Faster 3D Printing
Ultimaker announced a new version of Ultimaker Cura, which seems to offer much more rapid 3D printing.
Eight 3D Print Companies On The Move
I follow many 3D printing companies, but there are a few on which I’m keeping a close watch.
Why Use Teton Simulation’s SmartSlice?
I had a chat with Teton Simulation’s Doug Kenik to find out where SmartSlice is headed.
The State of 3D Print Slicing Software
Slicing software is a key element in any 3D printing workflow, but what are the options?
Ultimaker Cura’s Secret Lightning Infill Really Works!
The latest version of Ultimaker Cura has a secret, extremely powerful feature: Lightning infill.
BigRep Partners With Teton Simulation for SmartSlice Integration
BigRep announced an important collaboration with Teton Simulation.
Teton Simulation Expands Availability of Optimized 3D Print Service
Teton Simulation announced an arrangement with BCN3D to provide that company’s community with access to their powerful SmartSlice system.
Bowyer Developing AI “Slicer” For Electric 3D Printer
Adrian Bowyer provided an updated on his Electric 3D Printer project, and it’s a fascinating approach to software design.
Why Resin 3D Printing Is So Challenging
Resin 3D printing isn’t nearly as popular as FFF 3D printing even though it’s widely available. Why is that so?
BCN3D Releases Custom 3D Printer Slicing Software
BCN3D announced the release of their own slicing software, “BCN Stratos”.
Ultimaker Releases Ultimaker Cura 4.10, With An Interesting Feature… For Some
Ultimaker released a new version of Ultimaker Cura, their highly popular 3D print management software.
Teton Simulation Now Integrated With GrabCAD
Teton Simulation announced an arrangement with Stratasys to allow use of their advanced slicing optimizer in GrabCAD.
Formlabs Integration With Autodesk Fusion 360?
A brief mention in an Autodesk post suggests Formlabs is to integrate functionality within Fusion 360.
Ultimaker Cura 4.9 Focuses on Digital Library Feature
Ultimaker released version 4.9 of Ultimaker Cura.
Updates From Sinterit On Materials And Software
Sinterit has updated their 3D print job preparation software with a powerful feature.
ideaMaker Updated With New Texturing Feature
Raise3D announced a new version of IdeaMaker, version 4.1.0, which includes a very interesting capability.
Large-Scale Complex 3D Printing Coming With Metafold
Startup Metafold is developing a way to 3D print large objects with highly complex geometries.
PrusaSlicer 2.3 Is A Bigger Update Than Expected
Prusa Research announced the official release of PrusaSlicer version 2.3, their latest slicing software tool.
Can Ulendo Really 3D Print Twice As Fast?
There’s a new Kickstarter project out called Ulendo that says it can enable 3D printing at up to double-speed.
Hacked Slicing: How To 3D Print Feathers
Want to 3D print feathers that actually look, feel and act life feathers? Read on!
Implications of The Dyndrite – HP Partnership
There could be some profound implications coming for additive manufacturing, after a review of the newly announced HP Universal Build Manager, which is powered by Dyndrite.
Fusion3 Introduces REACTOR
Fusion3 has introduced a new and powerful slicing system for their 3D printers, REACTOR.
Teton Simulation Launches First Software Product
3D printing software is smartening up its slicing as Teton goes live with its first product: Smart Slice for Ultimaker Essentials.
MakerBot Announces MakerBot CloudPrint
MakerBot announced a new service called MakerBot CloudPrint, which is intended to deliver a seamless 3D printing experience to clients.
Wematter Updates 3D Print Software
Wematter released version 2.0 of their 3D print management software, which includes a number of user interface improvements.
Dyndrite Attempts A “Heart Transplant” For 3D Printing
I recently spoke with the folks from Dyndrite, who intend to replace the very heart of 3D printing: the 3D kernel.
How To Significantly Reduce Use Of 3D Print Support Material
I’ve bumped into a very interesting technique that could save an enormous amount of support material and 3D printing time.
Don’t Worry, Simplify3D 5 Is On The Way
Simplify3D has still not released their long-awaited version 5 upgrade. We asked their CEO about the delay.
Fusion 360 Now Offers 3D Print Slicing, But Will You Use It?
Autodesk surprised everyone by suddenly adding a way to slice 3D print jobs directly within their popular Fusion 360. But is it something you will use?
Ultimaker Releases Ultimaker Cura 4.5
Ultimaker has released a new version of Ultimaker Cura 4.5, and as usual there are a couple of very interesting new features.
Teton Simulation’s Smart Slice Tool Works!
Teton Simulation has now integrated their FEA algorithm directly into Ultimaker Cura, vastly simplifying and empowering 3D printing workflows.
Book of the Week: 66 DIY-Projects
This week’s selection is “66 DIY-Projects: 66 awesome projects to realize with a 3D printer For Beginners & Advanced!” by Johannes Wild.
Awaiting Simplify3D 5.0
Simplify3D says they will issue the long-awaited version 5 of their powerful slicing software in 2020. It’s now 2020, and what can we expect?
Ultimaker Cura 4.4 Includes An Interesting New Concept
Ultimaker released a new version of Ultimaker Cura 3D printer slicing software that includes a very intriguing new feature: Intent Profiles.
Attend A Virtual 3D Printing Event – For Free!
There’s a virtual conference on advanced 3D printing techniques coming up this week, and there’s no charge to attend. Details in this story.
Ultimaker Cura 4.3 Released With A Feature I’ve Wanted Forever
A new version of Ultimaker Cura has been released: 4.3 includes a number of 3D print quality improvements and a magical feature everyone will use.
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.
MultiMaterial Breakthrough: OpenFab Enables Large-Scale Voxel-Based 3D Printing
3D printing is severely constrained today, but a new initiative called OpenFab hopes to break processing barriers to allow very complex multi-material 3D prints in the future.
Ultimaker Releases Ultimaker Cura 4.2 Beta
Need more advanced 3D print slicing capabilities? Why not give Ultimaker Cura beta 4.2 a try? It includes orthographic views and advanced flow control.
New Features in Ultimaker Cura 4.1 Include Cloud Discovery
Thinking of upgrading to Cura 4.1? That’s a very good idea because the new 3D printer slicing and management software includes many new features.
I Used Simplify3D to 3D Print a Poo Emoji Top Hat
3D printers (people) have a bad habit of wasting their print improvement effort on the shiny and new instead of the useful.
ChiTuBox: The Other 3D Print Slicer
I’m taking a look at ChiTuBox, a third party 3D print slicing system.
Prusa Rebrands and Improves Software Systems
Prusa Research introduced PrusaSlicer to replace their previous management software.
Teton to Debut with Intelligent Slicing Automation
A new startup is reimagining slicing in additive manufacturing.