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Our legs and feet carry us through life, allowing us to move in many different ways: walking, running, jumping, and dancing. We usually only realize how important they are for smooth, pain-free movement when health issues arise. Injuries, foot deformities…

It was announced this month that Midlands 3D, a British company based in Stone, Staffordshire, has officially marked the opening of what is believed to be the most automated polymer 3D printing production facility currently operating in the United Kingdom.…

Nickel alloys have become increasingly important in 3D printing due to their thermal and mechanical strength as well as their resistance to corrosion. These qualities make them an ideal choice for producing high-performance components in industries such as aerospace, automotive,…

Gone are the traditional methods of manufacturing orthoses and prostheses. 3D printing has made it possible to create these types of medical devices, making them lighter, stronger and adjustable to the specific needs of each person. Prothesia, a Mexican company,…

One of Milan’s iconic nightlife spots has been redesigned thanks to additive manufacturing. This is Terrazza Aperol, overlooking Piazza Duomo, which serves as the setting for an interior design project that blends aesthetics, sustainability, and technological innovation. Behind the project…

Although 3D printing offers makers an incredible way to fully unleash their creativity, there’s a growing number of cases where it’s being used for criminal purposes. 3D-printed firearms remain a controversial topic, especially as their use continues to rise, as…

Cobalt-chromium (or cobalt-chrome) is a metal alloy that has gained prominence in a variety of industrial applications, particularly in additive manufacturing. With its unique combination of strength and durability, cobalt-chrome is ideal for creating parts that require high precision and…

Researchers at the École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland have introduced an impressively versatile yet lightweight robotic technology: an elephant robot made with 3D printing. The 3D-printable lattice structure is made from simple foam, but it can be…

Yes, that’s a watch you’re looking at! Its design is especially innovative, featuring a highly organic shape that breaks away from the traditional round or square watch faces typically seen on the market. What makes it even more interesting is…

One of the strengths of additive manufacturing is its compatibility with a wide range of materials, from polymers to metals, including concrete and even food pastes. The technology is also increasingly being used with ceramics, especially in their technical variants.…

CurifyLabs is a Finnish healthcare company specializing in the development of solutions for the production of personalized medicines in pharmacies and hospitals. Thanks to 3D printing and the inks it has developed, the company offers a complete package for producing…

Previously known for its FDM 3D printers, Raise3D continues to diversify into new additive manufacturing technologies. In 2023, the manufacturer launched the DF2, its first resin 3D printer, unveiled at Formnext. Less than two years later, it is back with…