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In the last few years, 3D printing technologies have penetrated the fashion industry, particularly the haute couture sector, to offer more innovation in designs. Given the design freedom that additive manufacturing enables, it makes sense that designers are interested in…

The growing adoption of 3D printing solutions in different industries has created a new need: additive manufacturing workflow software solutions. In recent years, we have seen the arrival of software that improve machine performance and help control the production of…

In the 3D printing sector, manufacturers are increasingly looking for composite materials because they offer more interesting mechanical properties, particularly in terms of resistance: the material in question, called a “matrix” (most often a thermoplastic), is reinforced with fibers –…

The 3D pen is often seen as a gadget or a toy reserved for children who want to get into 3D printing. However, it is clear that these 3D pens are becoming more and more popular and sophisticated, with more…

In the fashion industry, additive manufacturing allows designers’ creativity to unleash: the collections are unique, personalized and can surprise thanks to their shapes and geometries. If we take a closer look at the footwear market, it is clear that 3D…

In honour of Earth Day, 3Dnatives has decided to showcase different 3D printing technologies through the 4 elements: Earth, Wind, Fire and Water. All resources on earth are precious and when it comes to new technology, it is important that…

Advancing technology in additive manufacturing has led to 3D printers becoming more accessible to the masses. Once only available to industrial manufacturers, you can now buy desktop 3D printers for under $1,000. These printers may not have the quality of…

As the weeks pass, more and more countries are affected by COVID-19, and a huge number of people are in self-quarantine. 3D printing has been playing an important role in helping medical staff and the healthcare sector in recent weeks.…

STL files are the most common 3D printing file formats. Therefore, we searched the internet for the best sites to download these files for free. Containing thousands of STL files, these websites allow you to download and share a huge…

As home 3D printing becomes a reality with the booming construction market, we wanted to focus on the manufacturers of 3D printers that make this great innovation possible. There are many different types of construction 3D printers, from polar machines…

Appearing at the end of the 1970s, laser triangulation technology paved the way for new technology capable of 3D scanning objects. Usually reserved for industrial applications, this tool has gradually evolved over time, allowing us to easily find low cost…

The use of additive manufacturing does not always mean owning a 3D printer. Today, there are many 3D printing service providers that offer their expertise in 3D printing technologies for the creation of any part: from functional prototypes, end-use parts…