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Happy 3D Printing Day! Yes, you heard right! Coined back in 2013 by GE with the catchy line “going 3D on D3,” the third day of December has become a time to reflect on the additive manufacturing industry and marvel…

Though the first thing that comes to mind for many when you mention ceramics is pottery or porcelain, technical ceramics are actually some of the strongest and toughest materials on Earth. Broken into two categories, oxides and non-oxides, the main…

Part of the reason additive manufacturing (AM) has been able to grow so steadily and become ever stronger since its origins in the 80s is because of the people involved. This is especially the case when it comes to organizations…

We have already told you about the use of additive manufacturing in numerous sectors. This includes of course applications in aerospace, medicine, construction and automotive, among others. In addition to these sectors, it has also found its way into the…

It has been almost two years since the war in Ukraine started. Despite media and general interest seeming to taper off, the war continues. But, the Ukrainian army is continuing to resist despite long periods of clashes with the Russian…

“How can we provide our customers with the best possible support for their tasks with a new machine?” – This question is at the beginning of all product development at ALPHA LASER GmbH. The company has set itself forth as…

Even as additive manufacturing continues to expand worldwide, it is undeniable that the largest market for 3D printing is the United States. Indeed, the country regularly tops the list for not just the largest installed base of 3D printers in…

Founded in 2016, Nanochon aims to facilitate cartilage replacement and repair for patients suffering from knee injuries. It relies on 3D printing technology, specifically extrusion, to manufacture an implant that replaces lost or damaged cartilage. In this way, Nanochon offers…

Once again, we are back this Sunday with our list of top 5 3D printing videos of the week! We start off with a video with ImplementAM to learn more about the critical role that training plays in 3D printing,…

Within the realm of medical 3D printing, we often discuss the value of plastic filaments, photopolymer resins, and silicone technologies that can assist with the comfort and rehabilitation of patients receiving treatment. However, one material that must not be overlooked…

What if you could 3D print wool? The range of materials compatible with 3D technologies conitnue to surprise us, with everything from coffee to beer available! Now, in a project led by a Dutch designer, Christien Meindertsma, a tailor-made robotic…

Plastics are without doubt one of the most widely used material families in additive manufacturing. Compatible with a wide variety of processes, they offer multiple properties and characteristics to parts, whether those are destined to be prototypes, tooling or end-use…