Continuous Composites (CCI), a composite 3D printing technology developer, has been awarded a multi-year, multi-million-dollar contract from the U.S. Air Force to advance the development of high-performance composite materials using its proprietary Continuous Fiber 3D (CF3D) technology. The project is structured in two phases, aiming to demonstrate CF3D’s potential for aerospace applications. What is Continuous […]
Health Canada, the federal regulatory authority, has approved U.S. medical device startup Nanochon’s clinical trial design, authorizing the launch of a first-in-human study for its 3D printed Chondrograft knee implant. The trial will assess the implant’s ability to repair damaged cartilage and reduce recovery times for patients with limited treatment options. This approval represents a […]
Brazilian footwear brand Havaianas will debut its first 3D printed flip-flops this August during Copenhagen Fashion Week. Developed in collaboration with Zellerfeld, a company specializing in 3D printed footwear, the launch marks Havaianas’ entry into additive manufacturing. The new Havaianas x Zellerfeld flip-flop features signature elements such as the brand’s rice grain-textured footbed, along with […]
Want to speak at AMA: Energy 2025 or AMA: Automotive & Mobility 2025? Submit your application now! Researchers from the University of Glasgow have developed 3D printed plastic structures that can sense when they are stretched, compressed, or damaged, and adapt accordingly. Made from a high-performance plastic reinforced with carbon nanotubes (CNT), these smart lattices could be used […]
At the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale, the concrete sculpture Duality of Skin and Core showcases the creative use of colored iron oxide pigments in 3D printed architecture. Developed by Assistant Professor Cristina Nan and architect Mattia Zucco from Eindhoven University of Technology, in collaboration with German specialty chemicals company LANXESS and Dutch 3D printing firm […]
Researchers from the University of Groningen have developed a low-cost, scalable method for detecting faults in wind turbine blades using 3D printed models, vibration analysis, and machine learning. The study demonstrates how scaled replicas of the NREL 5MW blade, fabricated with PLA, can be used to simulate damage scenarios and accurately classify structural faults using […]
Impact Innovations, German cold spray AM specialist, has reached a key milestone by installing over 100 Cold Spray systems across more than 30 countries. In Q2 2025 alone, the company delivered eight new EvoCSII units, marking a record-breaking quarter and expanding its global footprint. These systems were deployed in countries including Germany, the United States, China, […]
Want to speak at AMA: Energy 2025 or AMA: Automotive & Mobility 2025? Submit your application now! UK-based fusion company First Light Fusion has partnered with Irish medical device manufacturer Croom Medical to produce tantalum components for its high-pressure fusion hardware using additive manufacturing. These 3D printed parts have been shown to match the performance of conventionally machined […]
Velo3D, a U.S.-based metal 3D printer manufacturer, has announced it is advancing its material qualification process for C103 Niobium and Ti-6Al-4V Titanium powders manufactured by Amaero Ltd, a manufacturer of high-value specialty alloy powders. This decision follows the successful completion of a key testing milestone conducted by Auburn University’s National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence […]
Nurol Makina, an armored vehicles producer, and MetalWorm, a robotic additive manufacturing specialist, have collaborated to successfully produce a key armored vehicle component using Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) technology. The part met all required standards after rigorous laboratory and field testing, demonstrating WAAM’s potential as an alternative manufacturing method for defense applications. The component—approximately […]
Want to speak at AMA: Energy 2025 or AMA: Automotive & Mobility 2025? Submit your application now! 3D printer OEM Stratasys’ largest European supplier SYS Systems has seen a sharp rise in demand from dental clients, recording a 350% increase in sales. Much of the increase is tied to the use of the OEM’s J5 DentaJet 3D printer […]
Want to speak at AMA: Energy 2025 or AMA: Automotive & Mobility 2025? Submit your application now! Canada-based McMaster University-spinout Tessella Biosciences has developed a new bioink that allows scientists to 3D print soft lung tissue capable of expanding and contracting like real lungs. Designed to remain stable at body temperature, the material enables more accurate in vitro […]
The U.S. Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) has concluded its five-year MADE3D project, short for Manufacturing and Additive Design of Electric Machines by 3D Printing. This initiative explored new approaches to wind turbine generator design and manufacturing, using additive technologies to reduce rare-earth material dependency and improve the performance and scalability of […]
Stratasys, a developer of polymer-based additive manufacturing systems, has launched an updated version of its Fortus 450mc printer, commemorating a decade since the system’s original release in 2014. Designed for industrial use, the Fortus 450mc has remained in widespread operation, with 92 percent of installed units still active across aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing sectors. The […]
Want to speak at AMA: Energy 2025 or AMA: Automotive & Mobility 2025? Submit your application now! A team at The Prince Charles Hospital in Brisbane has carried out a complex and high-stakes procedure to replace the majority of a man’s aorta after scans revealed it had swollen to an abnormal size. To prepare for […]
G-Tac Defense/Industry is harnessing filaments from Spanish materials developer Recreus in its defence and industrial manufacturing operations. The French 3D printing service provider began using Recreus’ Filaflex materials in 2021. Today, it relies on the ultra-flexible thermoplastic feedstocks to fabricate a wide range of goods, from drone parts and specialized military gear to factory safety […]
Novenda Technologies, a Netherlands-based 3D printer manufacturer, has secured $6.1 million in Series A funding to accelerate the development and commercialization of its advanced multi-material 3D printing platform for dental applications. The company aims to transform the dental industry by delivering more affordable, aesthetically refined, and higher-quality solutions through AM manufacturing. The funding round was […]
Amid mounting economic pressures and looming trade barriers, the global 3D printing industry is experiencing a shift in demand patterns and investment behavior, according to market intelligence firm CONTEXT. In the first quarter of 2025, total revenues across all system categories rose 5% year-over-year (YoY), driven by a 22% surge in Entry-level printer shipments. This […]
Synergy Additive Manufacturing, U.S.-based company specializing in high-power laser systems, has been awarded a Phase I Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract by the Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR). The project aims to advance Extremely High-Speed Laser Cladding (EHLA) technology to enhance the lifespan and performance of titanium cylinder bores used in helicopter components—part of […]
Cycling brand Fizik’s One-to-One custom saddle program—developed in collaboration with bike-fitting experts gebioMized and powered by OEM manufacturer Carbon’s 3D printing technology—secured the Gold Award in the Components category at the 2025 EUROBIKE Awards. By seamlessly integrating dynamic rider data, automated design, and additive manufacturing, the program exemplifies scalable personalization in performance cycling. “It’s clear […]
