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AFU, a French company specializing in machining, has been investing in metal 3D printing since 2014 to expand its capabilities and produce more complex components. Now equipped with three machines, it has worked for two years on copper parametrics, and…

In recent years, the electric bicycle has undergone a veritable revolution, becoming an increasingly popular transportation solution. The rise of innovative technologies, such as additive manufacturing, has enabled the development of increasingly high-performance models, combining lightness, power and durability. Today…

Firehawk Aerospace, a Dallas-based defense company specializing in 3D printed solid rocket fuel, has just received a $60 million Series C investment led by 1789 Capital. The company’s mission is to enable the next generation of defense systems with solid…

Epilepsy is a chronic, neurological disease characterized by recurrent seizures and can significantly impair the quality of life of those affected. One treatment for it, prescribed mainly in European nations, is Cannabidiol (CBD)-based medicines. CBD is a medical substance obtained…

When it comes to strong parts, one of the most important choices that can be made is the material. Although the process of course plays an important role, the material used is what determines many of the characteristics of the…

For years, the United States’ Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has been one of the most active players in additive manufacturing for nuclear energy. In 2020, the lab made headlines for designing the first prototype of a 3D-printed nuclear reactor.…

When we think about the sectors that are being shaped by additive manufacturing, defense is undoubtedly one that comes to mind. This is especially the case in the United States, where the Department of Defense (DoD) has been leading the…

For this week’s edition of Top 5, we have five videos to give you 3D printing inspiration. First, we feature a video from Stratasys on how the company Novel Acoustics experiments with 3D printing to achieve optimal sound design. Then,…

In this week’s 3DExpress, start off with a new French partnership between Lynxter and 3Deus that could help advance silicone additive manufacturing in the industrial and healthcare sectors. Then learn about Creality’s latest launch and how the combination of chocolate…

At the latest edition of Dubai Design Week, Japanese architecture studio Mitsubishi Jisho Design unveiled The Warp, a new sort of tearoom. Made from recycled wood using an extrusion 3D printing technique, this installation showcases an innovative approach called “Regenerative…

In the world of FDM 3D printing, dominated by classic Cartesian systems, some innovations are overturning established codes. Such is the case with the 4-axis core-RΘ 3D printer designed by Joshua Bird. This audacious maker has pushed back the boundaries…

Additive manufacturing is amazing for producing lightweight, strong and geometrically complex parts—so the technology is particularly valuable in the aeronautics sector, where strength and weight optimization are critical. Aeronautics is the science and practice of designing, building, and flying all aircraft,…