Rice University Students Develop Low-Cost Cold Spray Metal 3D Printer
A team of Rice University students has developed a cold spray metal 3D printing system, presenting a compelling alternative to conventional methods. Their... read more »
3D Printing News
Bringing you the latest 3D printing news from industry, academia and government projects all around the world. From press releases to research papers - come join us, and learn about the hottest trends in additive manufacturing.
AFRL Applies Lightweight Additive Techniques to Rocketry
The Air Force Research Laboratory's (AFRL) Rocket Propulsion Division has used directed energy deposition (DED) to make a unique single-block rocket-engine thrust chamber.... read more »
3D Printed GLYPH Phone Stand Integrates Qi Wireless Charging
Industrial design student Daniel Theurich has recently unveiled his GLYPH Phone Stand with a concealed Qi-standard wireless charging module. Crafted with meticulous attention... read more »
3D Printed Solutions Help to Keep Cooling Lake Efficient
Cornell University's Lake Source Cooling (LSC) system has undergone essential maintenance recently to combat the encroachment of invasive mussels and debris. A new... read more »
Dual-Wavelength 3D Printing Could Lead to Wider SLA Adoption
Stereolithography (SLA) has long been a cornerstone technology in 3D printing, but its limitations have hindered its potential for mass adoption. Traditionally, SLA... read more »
Turning Sign Language into Speech with 3D Printed Glasses
A maker by the name of Nekhil has used Raspberry Pi technology to make a pair of glasses capable of translating sign language... read more »
3D Printed Eiffel Tower Made from Recycled Waste Heading for Olympics
A Czech company has successfully 3D printed a towering model of the Eiffel Tower for a local Olympics event, utilizing recycled ocean waste... read more »
Hands-On Review: Revopoint MIRACO 3D Scanner
Recently, Revopoint received a Red Dot Award in the Best of the Best category for their MIRACO 3D scanner. We have been testing... read more »
Accufacture Introduces Alchemist 1 Wire Printing Robotic Cell
Accufacture, Meltio, and FANUC America has unveiled the Alchemist 1, an all-in-one additive manufacturing robotic workcell. Leveraging Meltio’s Wire-Laser Metal Deposition (W-LMD) technology,... read more »
Researchers Develop Ultrasonic Sensors for Additive Manufacturing Quality Control
Researchers at University of Bristol have demonstrated a new sensing technology for quality control of parts in aerospace. Published in Waves in Random... read more »
HP Collaborates on 3D Printed Metal Parts Drive in India
INDO-MIM and HP have successfully operationalized two Metal Jet S100 printers, marking India's debut in 3D printed metal part production in large batches.... read more »
Piocreat G5 Ultra: New G5 is Heavily Upgraded Pellet Machine
Let’s take a look at how Piocreat has seriously improved pellet printing capabilities with their new desktop pellet machine.
3D Printed Skin Model Reveals Absorption of Toxic Flame Retardants
In a study published in Environment International, researchers have demonstrated the capability of human skin to absorb cancer-causing flame retardants found in everyday... read more »
DARPA Unveils Initiative to Enhance Critical Structural Parts through 3D Printing Evaluation
DARPA is collaborating with industry leaders on a comprehensive mission aimed at accelerating the progress of additive manufacturing for essential structural components. Through... read more »
EPFL Researchers Develop Ink for Flexible 3D Printed Devices
EPFL researchers have developed an elastomer-based ink, which can be used to create hinge-free joints in robots. Elastomers, with variable stiffness, had traditionally... read more »
Maker Demonstrates Non-Planar FDM 3D Printing on a Prusa
Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printing often grapples with structural weaknesses stemming from its layer-by-layer approach. In a bid to fortify printed parts... read more »
Revitalizing Oyster Reefs with 3D Printing
Oyster reefs in the Gulf of Mexico have faced a distressing decline, attributed to disease, pollution, and the construction of vinyl seawalls. However,... read more »
Creality Launches CR-Scan Raptor: Metrology-grade 3D Scanner
Creality has announced the release of the CR-Scan Raptor, an advanced 3D scanner featuring a unique blend of blue laser and infrared light... read more »
Formlabs Releases mSLA Form 4
Formlabs, known for its laser-powered resin printers, has unveiled its latest Form 4 printers, which use mSLA rather than SLA. By abandoning lasers... read more »
Enhanced Plastic Coating Expands 3D Printing Capabilities
Researchers at the University of Nottingham have unveiled a discovery in 3D printing technology, introducing a novel coating for plastic particles that amplifies... read more »
