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Musical instrument manufacturing has been synonymous with time, money and prestige. Stradivarius violins, for instance, are still considered the best in the world for their excellent construction. Although more affordable manufacturing methods have been available for some time, a technology…

Are you an engineer or manufacturer looking to get more out of additive manufacturing (AM)? Whether you’re designing prototypes, optimizing tooling or scaling production, this workshop series is for you. From June 23rd to 27th, 3Dnatives and Stratasys hosted five…

Bridge maintenance is a critical yet labor-intensive task, particularly due to the vulnerability of materials like steel to corrosion. According to the 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure, only 49% of U.S. bridges are rated in “fair” condition, while 6.8%…

It’s hard to ignore additive manufacturing when it comes to aerospace and space conquest. It would seem that the technology has become an essential means of designing more efficient parts and tools, rather like artificial intelligence. This is the context…

On June 12, Nike unveiled FlyWeb, a new 3D-printed sportswear material. Faith Kipyegon, three-time Olympic champion and 1,500-meter world record holder, will debut FlyWeb in her attempt to be the first woman to break the 4-minute mile. FlyWeb was created…

In the world of 3D printing, the quality of the final product depends not only on the hardware used but also on the software that prepares the files. That’s why we invite you to discover Z-Suite, a slicer developed by…

Imagine having a gummy made just for you, with the right amount of iron, vitamin D or any other nutrient your body needs. A team of researchers from the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), in collaboration with the University of…

These days, it seems like AI is everywhere you look. With its use skyrocketing, the demand for AI data centers is growing, too. AI data centers house the IT infrastructure responsible for training and delivering AI. They require high-performance computing…

This week’s 3DExpress is full of exciting developments. First, we cover the world’s first femur transplant that succeeded with the help of a 3D printed femur. Then, we take a look at new collaborations: Women in 3D Printing is joining…

For centuries, the inhabitants of the Outer Hebrides in Scotland have been weaving beautiful fabrics that are now known worldwide as Harris Tweed. The intricate craft has been passed down from generation to generation and has even been enshrined in…

Zirconia, or zirconium dioxide (ZrO2), is a crystalline ceramic material renowned for its excellent resistance to impact and wear, as well as for its aesthetic qualities. Most often machined, notably for dental applications, zirconia can also be 3D printed to…

Typically, standard 3D printing is limited by a maximum print volume. 3D printing with robotic arms offers somewhat of a solution, with a greater range of motion and volume, but even here, the technology has a restricted capacity. A research…