ASTRO America Moves Ahead with Guam Additive Materials & Manufacturing Accelerator
The Applied Science & Technology Research Organization of (ASTRO) America conducts workshops on advanced manufacturing, helps Boeing print rotor systems, lobbies for additive manufacturing (AM), and collaborates with companies like…
ICON’s New Wimberley Springs Project to Feature 3D Printed Homes from CODEX Catalog
Additive construction (AC) firm ICON continues to push forward America’s homebuilding industry. Now, the firm announced a project consisting of eight single-family homes for the community of Wimberly Springs, Texas….
The Public Arena: EOS Government Relations Manager on Why the Company is All in on Reshoring 3D Printing
EOS has never not been at the forefront of additive manufacturing (AM). Among countless other feats, the German company, which has a strong presence in the US, has a global…
Dubai to 3D Print Electric Passenger Boats
A year ago, we reported that Dubai was working on 3D printing its iconic Abras, the wooden boats that have been used for many years to ferry passengers across the…
Axtra3D Revolutionizes AM with “No Tradeoffs” Photopolymerization Solutions and Technologies
Axtra3D, an emerging leader, is transforming the photopolymerization AM industry with its Lumia X1 3D printer. What sets Axtra3D apart is not only its cutting-edge technology but also its executive…
From IPA to Innovation: Transitioning to Safer Resin Cleaning Solutions for Additive Manufacturing
In resin-based 3D printing, post-processing is crucial for high-quality parts. After photopolymer resins are cured, printed objects are often covered in excess resin that must be removed before further post-processing…
Beyond Chuck Hull’s Legacy: the Unsung Heroes Who Paved the Way for 3D Printing
Next month, we will celebrate a huge anniversary. 40 years ago, on August 8, 1984, Charles Hull filed a patent application for stereolithography: the first additive manufacturing technique in history,…
Personalized Smart Mouth Guard Made with Glidewell Dental’s Advanced 3D Printing Workflow
Glidewell Dental is a leader in dental 3D printing in the US. The company produces its own CT equipment, software, and more to create night guards, crowns, bridges, splints, and…
UK Researchers Develop Recyclable Resin for Eco-Friendly 3D Printing
Researchers at the University of Birmingham have created a photopolymer resin from bio-sourced materials that prints at high resolution and can be recycled and reprinted. Their breakthrough, published in the…
3DPOD Episode 207: 3D Printed Electronics with Richard Neill, CEO of Advanced Printed Electronic Solutions
Rich Neill is refreshingly clear and direct about 3D printed electronics. His previous venture allowed him to start Advanced Printed Electronic Solutions with his own money, making him beholden to…
The Art of Post-Processing with Direct Metal Laser Sintering Technology
Additive manufacturing (AM) and more specifically, direct metal laser sintering (DMLS) technology has brought unprecedented design freedom and application complexity to metal manufacturing. It has enabled the creation of complex,…
3D Printing Webinar and Event Roundup: July 14, 2024
We’ve got a busy week of 3D printing webinars and events, both virtual and in-person! Stratasys continues its training and tour, while a Laser Additive Manufacturing workshop will be held…
3D Printing News Briefs, July 13, 2024: Metal 3D Printer, AFWERX Award, & More
In 3D Printing News Briefs today, Stratasys announced multiple material and technology updates, and EOS introduced its latest metal 3D printer. Dyndrite received an AFWERX Award, and researchers at the…
3D Printing Markets Grows 8% Year over Year
Despite a market slowdown in 2023, the additive manufacturing (AM) sector continues to grow at a robust rate, according to AM Research. The market analysis firm published its Q1 2024…
3D Printing News Unpeeled: Soft Robotics, Camera Accessories & Electronics 3D Printing
A new paper, ¨A Flexible, Architected Soft Robotic Actuator for Motorized Extensional Motion¨ out of Northwestern University showcases a soft cylindrical handed shearing auxetic (HSA) actuator which can become either…
PostProcess Technologies Sells 20th System to “Global Tech Leader”
PostProcess Technologies has announced that it has sold its 20th post-processing system to a single customer. The 20th unit is a PostProcess DEMI X 520 unit, but the firm has…
Vision Miner Acquires its 3D Printer Supplier AddWise
Vision Miner, a provider of industrial 3D printing solutions, has announced the acquisition of AddWise, a manufacturer of 3D printers and related products, in a deal valued that the companies…
Canadian Government Invests $75M More in Aspect Biosystems
Canadian bioprinting startup Aspect Biosystems has received a $72.75 million investment from Canada and the province of British Columbia. This supports earlier investments amounting to $200 million in Aspect’s technology…
“Auto Repair Needs 3D Printing” – Harold Sears Weighs in on Auto Additive’s Launch
Despite the automotive sector’s long-time adoption of additive manufacturing (AM), the use of the technology for end parts in consumer vehicles is only just now beginning to take off. And,…
Formlabs Buys Nascent SLS 3D Printer Competitor Micronics
Formlabs, maker of accessible yet professional 3D printers, has acquired Micronics, which recently debuted with a claim of making a $2,999 3D printer. I, for one, was pretty incredulous about…
3D Printing Unpeeled: Printing Titanium Implants at the Point of Care in Thailand
One of my favorite startups, Mantle3D, has picked up $20 million in funding. The C round was lead by Schooner Capital, with Fine Structure Ventures, Foundation Capital, Corazon Capital, 11.2…
A Foosball Table Fuses Art, Sport, and 3D Printing in Hong Kong
An extraordinary piece of interactive 3D printed art has emerged in Hong Kong. Titled Harbour Cup, this installation is not just a piece of art; it is a fusion of…
The Producers: HP’s President of 3D Printing Savi Baveja Explains How the Company is Addressing Scalability
HP (NSYE: HPQ) and the additive manufacturing (AM) industry in the US need each other. In the long run, I believe that what’s good for one will be good for…
Mantle Secures $20M for Unique Metal 3D Printing Tech
Mantle, a Bay Area metal 3D printing startup focused on precision tooling, has announced the closing of a new $20 million funding round. This Series C funding, led by Schooner…
