Hand-curated links from trusted 3D printing publications, updated throughout the day.
3D Systems has published a European patent application for a printhead mounting and alignment system that could make multi printhead 3D printers easier to calibrate. The post 3D Systems Patent a New Way to Align Printheads appeared on Fabbaloo.
If humans eventually establish a long-term presence on Mars, they will face a major manufacturing challenge almost immediately. Tools will break. Parts will wear out. Equipment will need repairs. But...
Photolithography, the semiconductor manufacturing process whereby lasers transfer patterns onto chemical layers coating a substrate, is one of the most amazing industrial processes humanity has ever created. It is also...
There’s an interesting proposal to produce “hollow filament”. The post New Hollow Filament Design Could Enable Conductive Paths appeared on Fabbaloo.
Researchers at the University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) have built light-emitting living materials by embedding a marine microorganism inside 3D printed alginate scaffolds and activating its bioluminescence chemically. Published in Science Advances, the constructs were made using the dinoflagellate Pyrocystis lunula, and maintained functional light output through four weekly stimulation cycles without structural breakdown.…
A new research paper describes a multifunctional “3D robot” aimed at kitchen waste recycling. The post Paper Proposes Multifunctional 3D Robot For Kitchen Waste appeared on Fabbaloo.
A team at Northwestern University has developed printable artificial neurons capable of triggering real neural activity in living tissue, according to a study published in Nature Nanotechnology. The finding matters because lab-built hardware isn’t just simulating brain signaling but producing responses indistinguishable enough from biological signals that actual neurons react to them. Led by professor…
When Stratasys announced plans to acquire Markforged, the immediate focus was on the deal. Markforged is one of the most recognizable names in additive manufacturing (AM), known for its continuous...
When we last checked in on the broad defense tech landscape and the role of the additive manufacturing (AM) industry in that environment, it became clear that the connecting thread...
Flashforge announced a new 3D printer for the jewellery industry: the WJ51C wax printer. The post Flashforge Introduces High-Resolution WJ51C Wax Printer appeared on Fabbaloo.
Prusa has updated its flagship resin into “Model+”, for faster prints, tougher parts, and a safer chemistry without making the material harder to use. The post Prusament Resin Model+ Enables Faster, Safer SLA appeared on Fabbaloo.
TNO has published a patent application describing a compact printhead for multi material semi solid extrusion. The post TNO Patents a Multi Material Semi Solid Extrusion appeared on Fabbaloo.
In today’s 3D Printing News Briefs, Snapmaker is celebrating 10 years with a series of updates. XJet is collaborating with eqops for sales and support across the UK and Ireland,...
As the metal additive manufacturing sector prepares for a massive leap—with market valuations expected to climb from $6.02 billion to $7.02 billion this year—the industry is shifting its focus from...
This article is Part 3 of a three-part series based on 3DPrint.com’s visit to nScrypt’s Orlando headquarters and conversations with Ken Church. There’s an interesting dynamic inside nScrypt’s Orlando headquarters. The...
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi report on the Y-Prize-winning CarboWells concept, which combines advanced materials and 3D printing to improve the long-term safety of abandoned oil wells. The post CarboWells: 3D Printed Concrete Meets the Challenge of Leaking Oil Wells appeared on Fabbaloo.
A new paper describes a single screw extruder concept for producing ABS composite filament reinforced with carbon and Kevlar fibers, a combination that could deliver tougher, stiffer feedstock for FFF users. The post Single Screw Extruder Targets ABS Carbon Kevlar Filament appeared on Fabbaloo.
ORNL says the material could redefine standards for high-performance automotive and aerospace components.
The Nordic Additive Manufacturing Alliance (NAMA) marks the first time Finland, Sweden, Norway, and Denmark have formally united their expertise in additive manufacturing under a single cooperative framework. Backed by Nordic Innovation through the Nordic Forward: Competitiveness and Resilience for 2050 program, the initiative runs from 2026 to 2028 and brings together four national pillars:…
Semiconductor manufacturing sits at the foundation of modern electronics, yet the barrier to entry is so extreme that meaningful research remains out of reach for most institutions. Extreme Ultraviolet lithography, the dominant technology for printing circuits onto silicon, relies on machines costing upward of $200 million that occupy entire rooms. Faculty at the University of…
Hamburg-based 3D Spark GmbH has obtained ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification for its information security management practices. The company’s SaaS platform serves industrial organizations navigating manufacturing, procurement, and supply chain decisions — converting 2D inputs into 3D models, evaluating production technologies, estimating costs, lead times, and environmental impact, and helping teams determine make-or-buy strategies for components. As…
Asia’s additive manufacturing sector spent the back half of May moving capital and capacity, not just demos. Chinese desktop and consumer printer makers pushed onto public markets, metal powder producers...
From concept development to production-ready components, Shapeways helps businesses improve designs for 3D printing through expert engineering and DfAM services. The post Technical Design Services for Additive Manufacturing appeared first on Shapeways Blog.
US company Superfeet has expanded its ME3D platform to allow consumers to generate personalized, 3D printed insoles directly from an iPhone scan on superfeet.com, no specialist equipment, no clinic visit required. The underlying technology is driven by a proprietary algorithm built on podiatric data and biomechanical research. After completing a guided foot scan, users can…
Researchers at Harvard’s John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences have developed a 3D printing method capable of producing hair-thin filaments that bend, twist, expand, or contract in response to temperature, behaving, in essence, like programmable artificial muscles. The work, published in Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, comes from the lab…
Kila has launched Version 2.0 of its custom running insoles, built around NanoPEBA — a proprietary foam compound from the same Peba material family used in elite carbon-plated racing shoes. Runners scan their feet at home via iPhone FaceID technology, and the insoles are manufactured at Kila’s new San Diego facility before being shipped directly…
A team of engineers at the National Manufacturing Institute Scotland (NMIS) has demonstrated a manufacturing pathway for copper rocket nozzles using high-pressure cold spray (HPCS) technology. The results point to the technique’s potential as a faster, more scalable alternative to conventional production methods, one that could reduce costs and lead times for high-performance aerospace components,…
We’ve been testing the new 3D Printer Filtration System V1 from Mintion. The post Hands On with the Mintion 3D Printer Filtration System V1 appeared on Fabbaloo.
Kumovis has a new European patent application that digs into a very specific FFF problem: how to print parts with regions that transform smoothly from porous to solid. The post Kumovis Patents Smoother Porous Implants appeared on Fabbaloo.
As the two companies take this next step in their collaboration, they are beginning to focus more on industrialisation and qualification.
A new ELEGOO patent application describes a mechanical approach to making multi nozzle FFF 3D printers easier to set up and switch. The post ELEGOO Develops Faster FFF Nozzle Switching System appeared on Fabbaloo.
Longevity has suddenly become one of the hottest areas in technology and healthcare. Billionaires, pharmaceutical companies, AI startups, and venture capital firms are pouring billions into the idea that humans...
Flashforge has released a wax 3D printer. Wax printing was pioneered by Solidscape, a company acquired by Stratasys and later sold to Prodways before being shuttered in 2024. That firm’s wax jetting...
"The move to this new facility marks a significant milestone in Axtra3D’s evolution."
Stratasys has opened a new 200,000-square-foot facility in Minnetonka, Minnesota. The company says the new Americas Regional Corporate Headquarters (ARCH) represents its continued commitment to the U.S. market and a strengthening of its high-tech manufacturing capacity. Stratasys leaders, like founders Scott and Lisa Crump, as well as Rich
Blue Origin‘s orbital New Glenn rocket exploded during a hot-fire test at Launch Complex 36 in Cape Canaveral on May 29, setting back the company’s launch ambitions at a time...
Charles R. Goulding and Preeti Sulibhavi break down how federal additive manufacturing is moving from concept to battlefield-ready infrastructure, where 3D printed concrete and earth-based materials could soon replace tents with hardened, rapidly built military structures. The post Federal Additive Manufacturing Construction Moves From Experiment to Deployment: Key Insights From the AMC Webinar appeared on Fabbaloo.
Last week, we introduced the Prusa ColorMix, a tool for combining existing filaments into new colors. Today, we'll show you how to use our new free web app to add realistic ColorMix shading to any model! I was very excited to contribute... The post Fake Studio Lighting on your 3D Prints using Filament Mixing and a Free App appeared first on Original Prusa 3D Printers.
Chemnitz researchers just showed a low cost, vision and AI approach that models and controls Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) extrusion to improve accuracy without endless slicer tweaks. The post Chemnitz Team Uses AI To Control FFF Flow appeared on Fabbaloo.
3D Printing for Healthcare is the topic of our next event, AMA: Healthcare 2026 on June 4th. A French collaborative team presented the case for 3D printed surgical simulators at AMA: Healthcare 2025, walking attendees through the development of Otosurg, a multi-material ear surgery training model that combines clinical realism, anatomical customization, and validated competency…
"Small companies, small workshops, if they want to adopt 3D printing - this would be a very interesting tool for them."
Sometimes, nothing is the product. Hand tools, electric tools, factory tools, surgical tools, gardening tools, hobbyist tools, firefighter tools, and many other specialized tools can be found all over the...
Sandvik AB has announced the sale of its Additive Manufacturing business unit to Mimir, a Sweden-based global investment firm. The unit, which sits within Sandvik’s Machining business area, produces metal powders for additive manufacturing, metal injection molding, and hot isostatic pressing, along with controlled expansion alloys for niche industrial uses. The transaction is expected to…
Let’s look at the timeline of the startling corporate moves involving Stratasys and Nano Dimension. The post Timeline: The Stratasys, Nano Dimension, Desktop Metal, and Markforged Merger Saga appeared on Fabbaloo.
Prusa Research has added an open-source “ColorMix” workflow to PrusaSlicer and EasyPrint that can turn a handful of loaded filaments into dozens of visible color tones. The post Prusa Open-Sources ColorMix For Dozens Of Tones appeared on Fabbaloo.
For twelve years, Shenzhen-based 3D printer manufacturer Creality has worked to make 3D printing more accessible, helping users around the world turn ideas into physical creations. What started as a desktop 3D printer manufacturer has grown into a consumer 3D creation ecosystem spanning printers, scanners, laser devices, materials, software platforms, and creator communities across approximately…
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has commercialized a number of large-format 3D printing technologies. Now, scientists are working on error mitigation in large parts. ORNL is using six thermal cameras...
There’s a new patent for a resin 3D printing method that tries to handle high viscosity materials without slowing the job. The post Shining 3D Patent Introduces Sealed Resin Printing appeared on Fabbaloo.
Last week, drone stocks surged on news that the Trump administration is considering a massive investment in the US unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) industry. Earlier in 2026, the release of...
Himed, a provider of calcium phosphate and hydroxyapatite, has partnered with Adva Cera. Adva Cera is not a spell to make you stop moving in the Harry Potter universe, but...