3D printing news

Like many industries, the textile sector could also find itself upended with the emergence of additive manufacturing. As 3D printers are developed to print materials and colors on textiles, more and more fashion companies are turning to the technology. Among…

Another week has come to an end, and that can only mean one thing: It’s time for another top five list of videos from the world of 3D printing! This week’s list starts off with a video about a Czech…

Recently, additive manufacturing has introduced us to many projects that have centered on improving bicycles including  bicycle saddles, frames or even stems. Now the 3D printed bicycle helmet also joins the list of these projects. The special thing about this…

We in the 3D printing industry have known for some time that the technologies can be used to strengthen supply chains and more. This became even more obvious during the pandemic when 3D printing was a critical part of resolving…

Seduced by the advantages offered by the technology, many companies in the automotive sector have started to opt for additive manufacturing. From Bugatti to Porsche to Chevrolet and many others, industry players are no longer hesitating to use 3D printing…

If you are interested in the role of 3D printing in the medical sector, you have almost certainly heard of bioprinting. This technique is unique in that it allows for the creation of cellular structures, made from specially designed bioinks…

Scientists from the University of Cambridge have developed what they claim are intelligent 3D printers capable of quickly detecting and correcting errors, no matter the design nor material. More specifically, the engineers were able to develop a machine learning algorithm…

Building code regulators from the Department of Labor & Industry recently confirmed that they have given broad regulatory approval for the use of 3D printing in construction, making Montana the first American state in history to recognize 3D printed walls…

As additive manufacturing continues to mature and grow, one trend that has become clear is the increased importance of metal AM in a number of sectors. More and more, OEMs are adopting metal AM technologies as a way to create…

A shoe that fits your foot, not the other way around: that’s the primary goal that inspired design studio WertelOberfell to come up with this new pair of 3D printed shoes. Using a desktop FDM 3D printer and TPU, it…

Founde in 2009 and acquired by Stratasys in 2013, MakerBot is a leader in FDM printing solutions. In addition to its printer, it also has its own software platform called MakerBot CloudPrint, with the newest version only launched recently. Previously…

The possibilities of additive manufacturing are countless and varied. The company we’re featuring today, Air Up, is one such example. Based in Munich, it has set a new trend in healthy drinks by selling bottles that flavor water using the…