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With over 350 million metric tons of plastic waste generated globally each year, it is imperative that steps be taken to clean up, recycle, and recover parts of our world that have been inundated by pollution. One such pressing concern…

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, estimated to account for nearly one in six deaths in 2020 alone. It is for that reason that research into treatment is such a large industry. However, advancements can be…

3D printing can be a process that requires patience. Large, complex builds often take a number of hours before completion while industrial 3D printing may take even longer still. That said, the convenience and automation of 3D printing often make…

Additive manufacturing has experienced tremendous growth in recent years, evolving from a niche technology to an increasingly industrial method allowing for everything from prototyping to the production of end-use parts. However, despite 3D printing’s benefits, notably in terms of design…

Almost half of all canine limb amputations are either due to cancer treatment or accidents. While there have been multiple efforts focused on animal prostheses, it has often been more difficult to find an effective and widespread solution. For example,…

Earlier this year, we reported on the rumor that Apple may be moving towards 3D printing its next series of Apple Watches. Ming-Chi Kuo, an analyst at TF International Securities and a reliable source for predicting Apple’s trends, said that…

Quantica is a 3D printing startup hopes to reimagine material jetting, focusing especially on of high-performance and versatile materials. Earlier this year, news of the company’s successful Series-A funding made quite a splash in the 3D printing industry. This has…

Laser powder bed fusion is a group of metal additive manufacturing methods that use, as the name suggests, a powder bed and a laser to fuse the powder together. Notably, this includes DMLS, or Direct Metal Laser Sintering, is a…

Here we are again, another week, another assortment of fascinating videos delving into the world of 3D printing! Prepare for an interesting look back at the week in additive manufacturing as we highlight the test of an FPV (first person…

As another September rolls around, getting ready to go back to school is on everyone’s minds. This is the time when students of all ages begin the new school year and continue their education and personal growth. One of the…

In the world of FDM/FFF desktop printing, the importance of the 3D model and the platform it is stored on is almost as important as the printer itself. From CAD programs to slicer programs, software is key to a successful…

Binder Jetting is one of the various additive manufacturing processes currently available on the market. It works in a similar way to other 3D printing methods, but it is based on the use of a liquid binder in the form…