New Frontier Aerospace (NFA), an equity-funded startup specializing in advanced rocket propulsion, has successfully completed a series of hot fire tests for its Mjölnir rocket engine. The engine, produced using additive manufacturing (AM), features a full-flow staged combustion cycle, one of the most efficient designs for liquid rocket propulsion. This makes Mjölnir well-suited for reusable […]
The UK Government has unveiled its new Modern Industrial Strategy, a 10-year plan to boost business investment, productivity, and long-term economic growth. 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. The policy paper prioritizes eight high-potential […]
E3D, a UK-based developer of extrusion systems for 3D printing, has announced that its High Flow ObXidian hotends are now available for purchase directly through Bambu Lab’s online store. The hotend was developed in close collaboration with Bambu Lab for use with its X1 and P1 series 3D printers. The High Flow ObXidian HotEnd integrates […]
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. Automated post-processing systems manufacturer Additive Manufacturing Technologies (AMT) has partnered with TriMech Group to expand access to its automated post-processing systems across the US and Canada. As part […]
Researchers at Texas A&M University and the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are advancing a synthetic lichen system designed to enable autonomous construction on Mars. Led by Dr. Congrui Grace Jin, the project utilizes the Red Planet’s native soil, known as regolith, to create building materials without the need for human intervention. Funded by NASA’s Innovative Advanced […]
Real estate developer Horizon Legacy and Indigenous-owned firm Two Row Architect have joined forces to create Eh ni da se—which means “new moon” in the Cayuga language. This project, anticipated to be the world’s largest Indigenous housing development built using onsite robotic technology, seeks to address the urgent housing challenges affecting Indigenous communities throughout Canada. […]
Ta.Tamu, a lightweight, foldable chair developed through a partnership between 3D CAD software provider Dassault Systèmes and French designer Patrick Jouin, was presented in Paris on June 25, 2025. Designed using Dassault’s 3DEXPERIENCE platform, the project explores how digital tools and biomimicry can support more sustainable design and manufacturing methods. “Nature uses only the energy […]
B9Creations, a South Dakota-based provider of additive manufacturing systems, has completed validation of LOCTITE 3D 3843 across its Core 5 and Core 6 platforms, including the Core 6 MPro, Core 5 XL, and Core 550 printers. The partnership with Loctite, a brand under Henkel known for advanced engineering materials, brings production-grade functionality to the company’s […]
MyMiniFactory, a London-based 3D printing platform focused on licensed content for tabletop games and toys, has launched a new subscription-based verification system for physical product sellers. The Premium Merchant Program, priced at $25 per month with no commitment period, grants qualified makers access to over 150,000 licensed digital designs, a verified seller badge, a 10% […]
Researchers at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) are working with US Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA) to advance laser powder bed fusion for naval use. By closely managing process parameters, APL aims to demonstrate that the technology can consistently produce high-quality materials suitable for mission-critical components. Evaluating Reliability Metal AM has long been […]
Secure your spot now for exclusive AM insights at our Additive Manufacturing Advantage online conference covering aerospace, space, and defense! Standards developer ASTM International has partnered with Nikon Advanced Manufacturing (Nikon AM) to help strengthen the US defense supply chain, with a dual focus on workforce readiness and advanced production capabilities. The agreement formalizes a joint effort […]
At ETH Zurich, a public research university, an interdisciplinary team led by Professor Mark Tibbitt has developed a 3D printable hydrogel infused with cyanobacteria—photosynthetic microorganisms that absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and convert it into both organic biomass and stable, carbonate-based minerals. This innovation aims to reduce the carbon footprint of buildings and infrastructure […]
Velo3D, a U.S.-based metal additive manufacturing (AM) company, has signed a four-year Cooperative Research and Development Agreement (CRADA) with the U.S. Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR). Announced on June 4, 2025, the collaboration involves two NAVAIR federal labs: the Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division (NAWCAD) and Fleet Readiness Center East (FRC East). The partnership […]
3D printing startup Zellerfeld, in collaboration with designer Sean Wotherspoon—known for his use of unconventional materials and commitment to sustainability—has introduced Sean Double U, a footwear collection that includes a sneaker and a mule. Both models are produced in a single piece using Zellerfeld’s additive manufacturing process, which eliminates the need for adhesives or stitching. […]
Secure your spot now for exclusive AM insights at our Additive Manufacturing Advantage online conference covering aerospace, space, and defense! Vancouver-based 3D printing start-up 3DQue Systems has confirmed that its AutoFarm3D automation software is now fully compatible with Bambu Lab’s Developer Mode. The update enables users of Bambu’s P1, X1, and A1 series 3D printers to manage […]
Ricoh USA, the North American arm of the Japanese digital services multinational, has announced the formation of Ricoh 3D for Healthcare, LLC, a new legal entity dedicated to delivering FDA-cleared, patient-specific 3D printed medical devices at hospitals across the United States. The company, unveiled on June 17, 2025, will enhance Ricoh’s ability to meet growing […]
Authentise, a provider of data-driven manufacturing software, has announced new bundled pricing that integrates its agile manufacturing tools with Autodesk Fusion, aiming to simplify and expand access to end-to-end digital manufacturing workflows. The new offering will be available from July 2025, following a successful beta phase launched in February. The bundles, offered directly by Authentise, […]
Sandvik, a supplier of gas-atomized metal powders, and Additive Industries, developer of the MetalFab platform for laser powder bed fusion, have partnered to streamline powder handling workflows in metal 3D printing. The collaboration introduces a direct powder filling and transport solution using the Powder Load Tool (PLT), a 175-liter sealed hopper designed for integration with […]
Nike, the U.S.-based athletic wear company, has developed a 3D printed sports bra using a new material called FlyWeb. The garment is set to debut on June 26 during middle-distance runner Faith Kipyegon’s attempt to break the 4-minute mile barrier in Paris. The product is Nike’s first application of additive manufacturing in performance apparel. FlyWeb […]
A consortium led by the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology (KITECH), a state-affiliated applied research center, has completed the world’s first cryogenic proof pressure test of a laser-wire 3D printed titanium pressure vessel for spaceflight. Working with Korea Aerospace Research Institute (KARI), KP Aero Industries, AM Solutions and Hanyang University, the team produced a 130 […]
