3D-Printed Insects Help Scientists Map the Limits of Mimicry in Nature
Researchers at the University of Nottingham have developed a method to 3D print life-sized, color-accurate insect models for biological research. The team, led... read more »
Environmental
Northumbria Receives EU Funding for Sustainable 3D-Printed Construction Research
Northumbria University has received a Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions (MSCA) Fellowship worth over a quarter million euros to research low-carbon, 3D-printed construction materials. The... read more »
3D-Printed Clay Bug Hotel Provides Sustainable Habitat for Insects
French artist and designer Raphaël Emine has created a new project called "Les Utopies Entomologiques" (Entomological Utopias) that combines art with environmental conservation.... read more »
3D Printed Self-Watering Planters by Posie Pots
Engineer Kay Wells has developed Posie Pots, a line of 3D-printed self-watering planters that require watering just once a month. The innovative planters... read more »
Engineer Creates 3D Printed Trekking Pole Attachment to Combat Trail Litter
Aerospace engineer John McShane has developed "CleanTrek," a 3D-printed attachment for hiking poles designed to collect litter on trails. Inspired by a trash-strewn... read more »
University of Florida Students Develop Simple Spool to Address 3D Printing Waste
A team of University of Florida mechanical engineering students has created a device aimed at reducing plastic waste in 3D printing. The device,... read more »
EcoTech Lab Introduces Clay-Based 3D Printed Hydroponic System
EcoTech Lab has developed ClayPonic V1, a new 3D-printed hydroponic system made from clay materials. Led by architect Logman Arja, the project aims... read more »
New 3D Printed Burner Design Cuts Methane Emissions
A new 3D printed methane flare burner, developed through collaboration between Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) and the University of Michigan (U-M), has demonstrated... read more »
Scientists Create Eco-Friendly Plastic Alternative Using 3D Printed Coffee Grounds and Mushrooms
Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a new 3D printing technique that transforms used coffee grounds into compostable packaging materials. The... read more »
3D Printed PHA Battlefield Wound Dressings Enter Development
A new European research project called ANIPH aims to develop biodegradable wound dressings and packaging for humanitarian crisis zones. The four-year initiative will... read more »
Artist 3D Prints Ceramic Homes For Insects In The Forest Inspired By Natural Habitats
French artist Raphaël Emine has developed a series of 3D-printed ceramic structures designed to provide shelter for insects and small wildlife. The project,... read more »
3D Printed Honeycomb Structures Offer New Path for Sustainable Manufacturing
Researchers at Purdue University are studying the unique architectural patterns of Australian stingless bee honeycombs for potential applications in additive manufacturing. Unlike traditional... read more »
3D Printer Design Concept Turns Plastic Cups Into New Printing Material
A team of designers has introduced Loop, a specialized 3D printer concept aimed at recycling plastic cups in restaurants or cafés. The device... read more »
LEMKI Robotix Unveils the First 3D Printed Mobile Home
LEMKI Robotix in collaboration with Iscale3D, has introduced an innovation in large-scale 3D printing: DISCOVER 3D, the world’s first mobile home created using... read more »
ECOFAP Project Develops 3D Printing Material from Recycled Leather Waste
The footwear industry generates significant waste, particularly from leather scraps, which are challenging to recycle due to adhesives, inks, and other contaminants. To... read more »
Designer Zulu Kuki Collaborates with Balena to Create Compostable Bio-Based 3D Printed Footwear
Renowned artist and designer Zulu Kuki has teamed up with Balena, a leader in material science, to unveil a sustainable and customizable 3D-printed... read more »
LAAB’s 3D Printed Eco-Pavilion Showcased at Maison&Objet 2024
At the 2024 Fall edition of Maison&Objet in Paris, Hong Kong-based architectural firm LAAB unveiled an eco-pavilion constructed from 3D-printed bricks made of... read more »
3D Printed Blade Tip Enhances Wind Power Efficiency
Sandia National Laboratories, in collaboration with Wetzel Wind Energy Services and Stratasys Direct Inc., has designed an innovative turbine blade tip that could... read more »
Eco-Friendly 3D Printing Transforms Concrete Construction
Engineers at the University of Virginia School of Engineering and Applied Science are pioneering the use of cellulose nanofibrils (CNF) to enhance 3D-printed... read more »
Engineers Use 3D Printed Ceramic Ink to Remove ‘Forever Chemicals’ from Water
Engineers at the University of Bath have developed a method using 3D-printed ceramic-infused lattices to remove harmful ‘forever chemicals’ from water. This innovative... read more »
