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3D printed food is nothing new. Several companies, like Steakholder Foods and Forma Foods, have 3D printed meat and fish alternatives. Others have 3D printed chocolate and reconstituted fruits and vegetables. An international team of researchers at the University of…

In traditional manufacturing, metal is praised for its strength, corrosion resistance and durability, among other properties. And while that will never change, the rise of the use of additive manufacturing with high-performance polymers has brought about an astonishing development: the…

Luna Park Melbourne, a treasured amusement park in Australia, opened its doors in 1934. It welcomed visitors with the usual roller coasters and games, carousels and carnival treats, but the park had a “dark” side: The Ghost Train. Today, the…

Police vehicles are not like other cars. Although they may look much like normal vehicles on the outside, apart from their lettering and sirens, they are very different on the inside. In fact, patrol cars are specially equipped to carry…

3D printed shoes have been circulating in the footwear market for years. From high fashion shoes to running sneakers, we’ve seen many brands, including adidas, Dior, and ASICS, use 3D printing to create innovative products. LaLaLand Production and Design, California’s…

In today’s competitive manufacturer environment, sintering comes with many challenges. There are long wait times to acquire systems, with extensive facility requirements. Most systems also come with high operating and maintenance costs — not to mention complex setups for some…

It’s often the little things that make a big difference. Applying this wisdom to 3D printing, the choice of the right 3D printer undoubtedly plays an important role in the quality of the printed parts, but it also depends on…

We’re back again with the top five videos in 3D printing this week, and we’re here with some inspiring stories! First, take a look at a video about 3D Pets, a company that creates prosthetics for animals using additive manufacturing.…

The term for discoveries made by chance is “serendipity”. Some of the most remarkable scientific breakthroughs include radioactivity, X-rays and the discovery of penicillin. Recently, this same serendipity led to a new breakthrough in additive manufacturing. Two researchers from the…

3D bioprinting is revolutionizing the medical field, offering groundbreaking solutions for everything from tissue engineering to personalized treatments. Thanks to 3D printing-like techniques, cells and biomaterials can be combined and deposited layer by layer to create biomedical parts that have…

It’s a common motif on both movie screens and TVs: a murder is committed and the police investigate to find the culprit. The most modern techniques are used and the culprit is usually quickly arrested. And of course, this has…

Since its Kickstarter launch in 2022, Bambu Lab has been reshaping the 3D printing market, delivering easy-to-use, reliable, high-quality FDM desktop printers. Now hugely popular among consumers, the company has acquired several awards. In addition to this success, however, Bambu…