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For several years now, every month 3Dnatives has given you the opportunity to discover a startup in the additive manufacturing sector. 3D printer and material manufacturers, software developers or machine distributors, many young companies are developing solutions that will impact…

It seems lately that the space race has been reignited. In recent years we have seen major moon projects from companies all over the globe — such as the Griffin lunar lander from Agile Space Industries, ICON, which is set…

Nowadays, more and more companies are using 3D printing, not only for prototyping but also for the production of final parts. This is thanks to the numerous benefits of additive manufacturing technology, including cost and manufacturing time reduction, manufacturing locally,…

In this weekly video compilation, we will see how DQBD has implemented Stratasys 3D printing technology to create more comfortable, 3D-printed bicycle seats that are adapted to athletes. We will also be able to see the new test carried out…

In order to make personalized products, scanning is probably one of the most efficient and reliable methods. Especially since today 3D scanners are more precise than ever. Whether it is to create adapted anatomical models, glasses, or personalized shoes, 3D…

According to many estimates, the world will face a significant housing shortage by 2030. With a growing global population, increasingly difficult to acquire building permits and necessary environmental standards, many countries are looking for solutions to this worldwide problem. And…

It is a topic that has been the subject of heated debate for decades: euthanasia, otherwise known as assisted suicide. Yet the legal situation is different in every country. Anyone who wants to gain an overview of the applicable regulations…

Founded in 2012 by three students from the Polytechnic University of Catalonia (also known as BarcelonaTech), the manufacturer BCN3D has become one of the key players in the FDM 3D printing market over the years. Though initially focused on kit…

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…

One area in which micro 3D printing has been steadily gaining interest is in the medical sector. Thanks to the ability to create smaller and smaller parts, 3D printing enables customized medical devices for patients. Now, Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF)…

Sand binder jetting is increasing in popularity when it comes to end-use parts. This is due to a variety of factors. For one, binder jetting is one of the fastest additive manufacturing technologies and sand binder jetting, in particular, is…

Research firm IDTechX recently published a new report examining micro-trends in additive manufacturing materials for 2022. Materials are a key component of the AM market, which has been heavily impacted by the pandemic, though, the market continues on a growth…