3D printing news

Made In Space is a pioneer in in-space manufacturing and assembly technologies. Last October, we covered its announcement to send the first commercially-developed plastic recycling facility to the International Space Station (ISS). Named the Braskem Recycler, this machine converts plastic…

This week we found the top 5 videos about 3D printing and the way additive manufacturing is changing production. The technology has infiltrated many sectors, from medical to automotive – check our selection of the week to keep up with the innovations! If you enjoy these, you…

With global concern for fast depleting natural resources and environmental pollution growing, sustainable economy has been a hot topic in recent years. More and more companies are starting to feel the need to invest in circular economy development, and the…

One of the greatest advances we have seen in the additive manufacturing industry is the variety of applications it finds in the automotive industry. The customization of high-end vehicles is very important to many potential buyers in order to acquire…

A new 3D printing technique has been developed by the researchers from the University of California, Davis. The paper detailing the approach was published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences of the United States, one of the…

GE, COBOD and LafargeHolcim worked together to develop a 3D printed concrete base to support larger wind turbines, capable of reaching 200 meters in height to capture stronger winds, and therefore offer more efficiency. The goal of the partnership is…

Shapeshift 3D develops software to streamline and digitize the production process from 3D scanning to 3D printing of customized wearables. One of the main benefits of additive manufacturing is that it enables a great degree of design freedom, meaning that…

Researchers at the University of Minnesota have made a ground-breaking advancement in 3D printing for medical purposes – they have used motion-capture technology to 3D print directly onto expanding organs! This technology is usually used in film making to create…

It’s been a busy first half of the year for VELO3D: the company launched a new metal 3D printer, and raised $28 million in a Series D funding round. A few days ago, the company also revealed it had raised…

3D construction printing (3DCP) refers to various technologies that use additive manufacturing as a core method to fabricate buildings or construction components. We have already written about several 3D printed bridges and the 3D printed floating house project. The most…

This week we found the top 5 videos about 3D printing and the way additive manufacturing is shaping our society. The technology has infiltrated many sectors, from medical to automotive; but since today is World Music Day, we decided to select videos that are related…

The Chinese manufacturer INTAMSYS has just revealed a new industrial machine designed for printing flexible materials. Called FLEX 510, this is the new addition to the manufacturer’s range of machines focused on high-temperature additive manufacturing, capable of working with technical…