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Do you consider a 3D printed object handmade? The online global marketplace Etsy sells unique items that are “unique items made, designed, handpicked or sourced,” but the website hosts many 3D print shops selling mass-produced, unoriginal designs. To address this, the…

Who hasn’t wished they could join their anime heroes and comic book role models on adventures, defeating bad guys and enjoying victory? A 3D printed electric motorcycle that could have come straight out of Japanese anime classic Akira, which is…

Metal additive manufacturing encompasses a whole range of processes that are becoming increasingly popular with manufacturers. For several years now, industry giants have been equipping themselves with solutions to produce high-performance, lighter, customized parts that consume less energy. The Wohlers…

Musical instrument manufacturing has been synonymous with time, money and prestige. Stradivarius violins, for instance, are still considered the best in the world for their excellent construction. Although more affordable manufacturing methods have been available for some time, a technology…

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…

Bridge maintenance is a critical yet labor-intensive task, particularly due to the vulnerability of materials like steel to corrosion. According to the 2025 Report Card for America’s Infrastructure, only 49% of U.S. bridges are rated in “fair” condition, while 6.8%…

It’s hard to ignore additive manufacturing when it comes to aerospace and space conquest. It would seem that the technology has become an essential means of designing more efficient parts and tools, rather like artificial intelligence. This is the context…

On June 12, Nike unveiled FlyWeb, a new 3D-printed sportswear material. Faith Kipyegon, three-time Olympic champion and 1,500-meter world record holder, will debut FlyWeb in her attempt to be the first woman to break the 4-minute mile. FlyWeb was created…

In the world of 3D printing, the quality of the final product depends not only on the hardware used but also on the software that prepares the files. That’s why we invite you to discover Z-Suite, a slicer developed by…

Imagine having a gummy made just for you, with the right amount of iron, vitamin D or any other nutrient your body needs. A team of researchers from the Universitat Politècnica de València (UPV), in collaboration with the University of…

These days, it seems like AI is everywhere you look. With its use skyrocketing, the demand for AI data centers is growing, too. AI data centers house the IT infrastructure responsible for training and delivering AI. They require high-performance computing…

This week’s 3DExpress is full of exciting developments. First, we cover the world’s first femur transplant that succeeded with the help of a 3D printed femur. Then, we take a look at new collaborations: Women in 3D Printing is joining…