Secure your spot now for exclusive AM insights at our Additive Manufacturing Advantage online conference covering aerospace, space, and defense! Australian concrete 3D printing firm Contour3D has built a duplex in Sydney that combines large-scale concrete printing with lightweight modular construction. Named Genesis, the project introduces a new approach to homebuilding at a time when Australia is […]
Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin (UT Austin) have developed a 3D printing method that replicates nature’s integration of soft and hard materials—such as the bone cushioned by cartilage. By using different colors of light to switch between flexible and rigid properties, the method allows for the fabrication of multi-material objects in a […]
Engineering students at Louisiana State University (LSU) have completed a capstone project sponsored by ExxonMobil’s Baton Rouge Complex to redesign a component used in rotating industrial equipment. The effort involved support from Nikon SLM Solutions, a developer of integrated metal additive manufacturing systems, and Howco Additive, a service provider offering design-for-additive-manufacturing (DFAM) expertise and production […]
Admatec and Formatec, two Dutch firms specializing in ceramic additive manufacturing and injection molding, have resumed activities under new legal entities after filing for bankruptcy in April 2025. Now operating as Admatec Additive Solutions B.V. and Formatec Advanced Products B.V., the companies continue under the leadership of former Admatec director and co-founder Michiel de Bruijcker. […]
Chinese 3D printer manufacturer Creality’s new addition to its 3D printing lineup, the SpacePi X4 filament dryer, is now in stock and shipping globally. Priced at MSRP of $199, the SpacePi X4 builds on earlier models in the series to offer a more advanced drying solution for users handling multi-color printers, engineering materials, or small […]
British automotive manufacturer McLaren Automotive has partnered with California-based manufacturing technology firm Divergent Technologies to develop a series of 3D printed suspension components for the McLaren W1, the company’s latest high-performance hybrid supercar. This collaboration leverages additive manufacturing to produce structurally optimized parts—such as the front upper wishbone, aero-profiled lower wishbone, and front upright—engineered to […]
GPU manufacturer NVIDIA has introduced PartPacker, an AI-based system designed to generate editable 3D models from a single 2D image. Unlike traditional methods that produce unified meshes, PartPacker creates part-based models, allowing individual components to be edited or animated separately for increased flexibility. The system is intended to support workflows across various fields, including 3D […]
UltiMaker, a provider of 3D printing hardware and software for education, manufacturing, and defense sectors, has launched MakerBot Nebula, an AI-powered differentiated learning platform for K–12 classrooms. Now available in beta, the platform integrates 3D printing, personalized instruction, and teacher support in one system designed to address classroom needs shaped by evolving standards, technology use, […]
Secure your spot now for exclusive AM insights at our Additive Manufacturing Advantage online conference covering aerospace, space, and defense! A group of scientists from ETH Zurich, the University of Colorado, and UC San Diego have built a 3D printed model of human breast tissue that secretes milk-like proteins, offering a new way to study lactation and […]
Additive Manufacturing is reshaping the future of the energy sector: nuclear, renewables, oil & gas, turbomachinery, and beyond. From next-gen energy storage to topology-optimized turbine components, from printed heat exchangers to on-demand part replacement in extreme environments, AM is no longer a lab experiment: it’s a strategic tool. AMA:Energy convenes global experts who are advancing […]
New York-based IT multinational International Business Machines Corporation (IBM) has patented a method for designing 3D printed buildings in virtual reality (VR). The document (US12340150B2) was originally filed in June 2021 and published in December 2022. Last week, the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) granted the patent, meaning it is now legally enforceable. […]
Secure your spot now for exclusive AM insights at our Additive Manufacturing Advantage online conference covering aerospace, space, and defense. Researchers at Wake Forest University and University of Miami have developed a way to 3D print insulin-producing human islets using a bioink made from alginate and decellularized pancreatic tissue. The work was presented at the ESOT Congress […]
Secure your spot now for exclusive AM insights at our Additive Manufacturing Advantage online conference covering aerospace, space, and defense! American multinational technology corporation Microsoft has opened an AI Co-Innovation Lab to help companies apply artificial intelligence (AI) to real-world challenges with a particular focus on manufacturing. Located at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee campus, the lab was […]
U.S.-based 3D printer manufacturer 3D Systems, in partnership with French MedTech firm TISSIUM, has secured FDA approval for a bioabsorbable, 3D printed device designed to treat peripheral nerve damage. This approval validates the polymer’s clinical effectiveness and paves the way for its use across a wide range of medical treatments. Additive Manufacturing Advantage: Aerospace, Space […]
Shining 3D, a 3D scanning technology provider, has launched the EinScan Rigil, a Tri-Mode laser 3D Scanner designed for professional and industrial use. Combining computing, wireless connectivity, and hybrid light technology, this device is built to deliver precision and flexibility for a variety of applications from automotive aftermarket customization to cultural heritage preservation and academic […]
Dimension Ortho, a provider of 3D printed orthotics, has entered into a partnership with Rothman Orthopaedics, a major U.S.-based orthopedic practice recognized for its work in musculoskeletal care. This collaboration will enable Rothman to implement Dimension Ortho’s platform for customized bracing and fracture care across its clinical network, with the goal of elevating patient care […]
Additive Manufacturing Advantage: Aerospace, Space & Defense is next week, learn from industry leaders at this one day online event. Final free registration spots – secure yours now. Aspire Space, a Luxembourg-based developer of reusable space transportation systems, and LEAP 71, a Dubai-based engineering company, have joined forces to develop a new large reusable launch vehicle […]
Getting a metal part manufactured quickly and affordably often means juggling multiple vendors. Shanghai-based 3D printing service provider IN3DTEC changes that by offering metal 3D printing, finishing, and dimensional verification as part of a single, cost-efficient solution. Designed to handle everything from prototypes to custom projects, IN3DTEC’s unified platform serves teams across industries with flexible […]
Additive Manufacturing Advantage: Aerospace, Space & Defense is next week, learn from industry leaders at this one-day online event. Final free registration spots – secure yours now. A new international standard named ISO/IEC 25422:2025 has been published to improve how 3D printing data is structured and exchanged. It defines how digital files should be formatted […]
Ventura-based footwear startup Koobz announced a $6 million funding round this week, bringing its total seed capital raised from $1.2 million last fall to $7.2 million. The round was led by Uncork Capital, with participation from Cake Ventures, V1.VC, Karman Ventures, Antler, Pathbreaker Ventures, and Anorak Ventures. The funds will be used to open a […]
