3D Software

As 3D printing becomes more widely used, and final parts become more readily available, there is an increasing need to assess the quality of parts designed through additive manufacturing. For that reason, researchers at Nanyang Technological University Singapore (NTU Singapore)…

U.S.-based Printpal has announced the official release of PrintWatch, a software and API that can detect printing errors during the part manufacturing process and take appropriate actions. The solution can stop printing in progress, warn the user of a defect…

The 3D printing process begins with STL files. As such, this is where users must initially focus their attention. Currently, these present a few limitations that prevent designers from transferring their ideas to the digital realm. Many people choose to…

Last week, Formnext Digital Days commenced, with the aim of reaching a wider audience beyond the phsyical Frankfurt expo. Virtual attendees were able to enjoy networking sessions and engaging panels led by industry experts from additive manufacturing. It was certainly…

Optimization of printer parameters is an area in additive manufacturing that is currently experiencing a surge of innovation. This is because in order for companies to scale production and add additional printers to their fleet, consideration must be given to…

Design software and 3D printers are the dynamic duo of the AM industry. Global additive manufacturing leader Stratasys has partnered with software giant Adobe to deliver a solution that streamlines workflow that enables engineers and designers to 3D-print models directly…

According to a study by PwC, in the manufacturing industry, 94% of all cyber-attacks are from industrial espionage and cyber-theft of trade secrets. In the 3D printing industry, CAD files and other Intellectual property are regularly shared via email and…

In recent years, the U.S. government and military have increasingly used 3D printing for a variety of projects. However, one question that has plagued the use of AM in these industries has been whether there are cybersecurity concerns related to…

The open-source 3D printing maker community is ever-evolving as new tools innovate the space. One such tool is an Arduino— a programmable circuit board that is often referred to as a microcontroller. Arduino launched in 2005 as a tool for…

As we know, additive manufacturing goes far beyond simply turning on the machine and pushing a button. There are many steps behind this process, from the design of a part to its final post-processing, and all the steps in-between. One…

Whether hobbyist or professional, anyone using a 3D printer is very likely to be using an STL file to print their project. An STL file, along with a 3D slicer, transmits data from a computer to 3D printer hardware. But…

Handddle is a French startup that has developed a software solution and a 100% configurable manufacturing microfactory, allowing additive manufacturing users to structure and industrialize 3D printing processes and functions. Based in Bordeaux, the startup supports professionals in the development…