3D Materials

When you think about choosing your 3D printing filament, chances are you’re not thinking about how it smells. But now, 3D printing materials manufacturer Kexcelled has released a line of filaments designed to please more than just the eyes: the…

In automotive parts, medical implants, running shoes, and hiking backpacks, we’re seeing more and more 3D-printed components featuring lattice or honeycomb patterns. You might think these lattice structures are the latest innovation in 3D printing and design for additive manufacturing…

Creating alloys means combining two or more metals to achieve new and improved properties, such as greater strength or resistance to corrosion. Traditionally, researchers test countless combinations to find the perfect formula, a process that can take months or even…

Copper, sand, alumide… we have already discussed many materials used in additive manufacturing. Today, we are focusing on titanium. It is a transition metal that is never found in its pure form in nature. To extract it, minerals such as…

As the industrial additive manufacturing (AM) landscape continues to grow and evolve, one of the biggest revelations in recent years has been ceramic additive manufacturing. Technical ceramics offer unparalleled properties, from extreme heat resistance to exceptional corrosion protection. When combined…

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.…