3D Materials

Since 2016, the Dutch company 3devo has been developing innovative solutions to accelerate the research, testing, and development of polymer materials. Known for its compact, all-in-one extrusion systems featuring a signature vertical extrusion design, the company offers machines that create…

Metamaterials are synthetic materials that can exhibit extraordinary properties through the combination of different microscopic structures. Until now, the focus on desired properties has been primarily on stronger and more rigid structures. As a result, the final product naturally loses…

Efforts to establish a permanent human presence on the Moon are moving forward. One of the major projects aiming to accomplish this feat is, for example, NASA’s Artemis program. As you can imagine, this goal brings with it countless challenges,…

Resins play a central role in many 3D printing technologies. In fact, the very first 3D printing method—stereolithography(SLA)—relies on a UV-sensitive liquid resin that solidifies when exposed to ultraviolet light. This process, known as photopolymerization, is a hallmark of resin…

In critical applications, fire safety is non-negotiable—and 3D printing is rising to the challenge. In recent years, we’ve seen a surge in fire- and flame-retardant materials tailored for additive manufacturing, available as filaments, resins and powders. These materials are designed…

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,…

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.…

The BMW Group has taken another major step toward a circular economy. At its Additive Manufacturing Campus in Oberschleißheim, southern Germany, the company has begun to recycle waste powder and end-of-life components into new 3D printing materials. The process supports…

3D printing filament is a fundamental component of fused deposition modeling (FDM) and other extrusion-based 3D printing processes. Whether you’re a hobbyist, engineer or manufacturer, selecting the right filament is crucial to achieving strong, high-quality prints. Factors such as strength,…

For years, Stratasys’ PolyJet technology has been the benchmark in 3D printing for visual prototyping: high-fidelity color models, ultra-fine details, smooth surfaces. But beneath the aesthetics lurked a limitation known to insiders: the fragility of the materials prevented their use…

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…

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…