A team from École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) has unveiled a breakthrough in vat photopolymerization (VP), demonstrating a hydrogel-based technique that enables the 3D printing of ceramics and metals with far lower shrinkage than previously possible. Published in Advanced Materials on September 24, 2025, the study shows how repeated infusion–precipitation cycles transform printed hydrogel […]
3D printers often fail to match the precision of advanced computational designs, leaving materials performing differently than expected. Cambridge-based MIT researchers have developed a method that incorporates printing limitations into the design process, enabling materials to perform more reliably. “If you don’t account for these limitations, printers can either over- or under-deposit material by quite […]
Midlands-based healthtech firm Rem3dy Health has secured a £500,000 SAFE investment from Future Planet Capital Regional through the West Midlands Co-Investment Fund, as part of a broader £9 million raise. Other investors include the Japanese beverage and wellness group Suntory, US-based nutrition and agriculture company ADM, and French pharmaceutical company UPSA. The new funds are […]
Firehawk Aerospace, a company focused on defense technology and propulsion systems, has secured a $4 million TACFI contract by AFWERX to develop extended-range solid rocket motors. Using 3D printed thermoplastic-based propellants, the motors will feature optimized formulations and geometries for maximum range and will be tested through hot fire trials. The award falls under the […]
Your seat at the Additive Manufacturing Advantage awaits! Register free for AMA: Automotive & Mobility. Invisalign manufacturer Align Technology (Nasdaq: ALGN) has escalated a dispute with its Chinese rival Angelalign Technology (6699.HK) to the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC), asking regulators to block imports of Angelalign’s clear aligners. Filed on September 23, the complaint also seeks […]
Your seat at the Additive Manufacturing Advantage awaits! Register free for AMA: Automotive & Mobility. Researchers from RMIT University and the University of Sydney have developed a new material that could transform how medical implants are powered and monitored inside the body. As detailed in Advanced Functional Materials, the study introduces a 3D printed diamond–titanium hybrid […]
Your seat at the Additive Manufacturing Advantage awaits! Register free for AMA: Automotive & Mobility. Shenzhen-based 3D printer manufacturer PioCreat has introduced a new addition to its 3D printing portfolio with the launch of the PioNext Mini at the Moscow International Dental Exhibition last week. Having been called “one of the most influential in the industry,” […]
Caracol, the Milan-headquartered large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM) specialist, has acquired the intellectual property and robotic machine configuration assets of Hans Weber Maschinenfabrik GmbH’s additive division. The announcement was made on 24 September 2025, with Caracol stating the move will expand its technology portfolio and reinforce its presence in the DACH region. The acquisition will see […]
Your seat at the Additive Manufacturing Advantage awaits! Register free for AMA: Automotive & Mobility. Chennai-based private space startup AgniKul Cosmos has set up what it calls India’s first private large format additive manufacturing (LFAM) facility for aerospace and rocket systems at the IIT Madras Research Park in Chennai. The new site builds on the company’s […]
Your seat at the Additive Manufacturing Advantage awaits! Register free for AMA: Automotive & Mobility. Hobbyist products manufacturer Estes Rockets has released the Pro Series II Scorpio 3D, a model rocket kit that combines traditional construction with 3D printing. Priced at $40, the Scorpio 3D is aimed at intermediate-level rocketry enthusiasts and includes both physical components […]
Dyndrite, a U.S.-based developer of GPU-accelerated computation engines for digital manufacturing, has announced support for Additive Industries’ MetalFAB metal 3D printing platform. The integration expands Dyndrite’s toolpathing and automation capabilities to a broader set of users in aerospace, automotive, and industrial markets. The company unveiled the collaboration on September 25, 2025. According to Dyndrite, MetalFAB […]
China’s industrial strength is built on millions of small and mid-sized manufacturers supplying precision parts to sectors from robotics and aerospace to automotive and medical devices. Many operate advanced AM systems, hold ISO certifications, and bring decades of expertise, yet remain largely invisible to overseas buyers without the digital presence or networks needed to compete […]
3D scanner manufacturer 3DMakerpro is launching the Toucan, a cable-free, all-in-one 3D scanner designed to make professional-grade scanning accessible to everyone—from hobbyists capturing intricate figurines to designers and artists working on life-sized sculptures. With its dual-module system, 8K color textures, and fully integrated JMStudio software, the Toucan delivers high precision, versatility, and convenience. “From desktop […]
Ford has revealed that 3D-printed aerodynamic components played a crucial role in the performance of the 2025 Mustang GTD during testing at Germany’s Nürburgring. Speaking about the program, Greg Goodall, Mustang GTD’s Chief Program Engineer, said the team relied on additive manufacturing to quickly produce and refine small aero parts known as “hood flicks.” On-the-fly […]
WASP, an Italian manufacturer of large-scale 3D printing systems, has launched the CUBO HDP, a pellet-based 3D printer for sustainable manufacturing, at AAPA Expo Europe 2025 in Barcelona. The new system was introduced at the tradeshow, which runs from September 23–25 at Fira Barcelona Gran Via (Hall 2, Stand B-115). CUBO HDP offers a 120 […]
A UK-led consortium has launched the Digitally Enabled Efficient Propeller (D.E.E.P) project, an initiative that combines additive manufacturing (AM) and digital twin technology to create smart marine propellers capable of monitoring their own performance. Backed by the United Kingdom’s national innovation agency Innovate UK through the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition (CMDC6), the program has secured […]
U.S. DOE national science laboratory Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has been testing DuAlumin-3D, a new aluminum alloy, for use in high-temperature automotive components, showing its potential applications in additive manufacturing. The research indicated that DuAlumin-3D performs better than some conventional aluminum alloys, which are prone to cracking during laser powder bed fusion, while maintaining […]
Your seat at the Additive Manufacturing Advantage awaits! Register free for AMA: Automotive & Mobility. Researchers at the Technical University of Denmark (DTU) have developed a new type of solid oxide cell (SOC) that combines low weight with high power output. Published in Nature Energy, the design addresses long-standing barriers that have kept fuel cells from […]
The automotive industry is at a turning point. Electrification, digitalization, and sustainability pressures are transforming the design, manufacturing, and delivery of vehicles. Additive manufacturing sits at the center of this transformation, offering flexibility in supply chains, enabling lighter and more efficient components, and unlocking new levels of customization. Our online event, AMA: Automotive and Mobility, […]
Engineers at the Georgia Institute of Technology have conducted one of the first systematic studies of how interface strategies shape part quality in hybrid additive manufacturing that combines wire- and powder-based directed energy deposition (DED). The research, published in npj Advanced Manufacturing, evaluated seven sample configurations and found that while machining surfaces improved density, as-printed […]
