Chinese 3D printer manufacturer Bambu Lab has officially launched the new H2D Pro 3D printer. Priced at $3,799, including the AMS 2 Pro and AMS HT, this system is billed as an “enterprise-grade” version of the Bambu Lab H2D, which was released in March. The new offering retains all the 3D printing capabilities of the […]
Researchers from the IMDEA Materials Institute have developed a new process to predict and control the microstructure of nickel-based superalloys during metal 3D printing. The team created a tool that allows manufacturers to control metal powder grain structure by adjusting parameters such as laser power, scan speed, hatch distance, and scan track length. In particular, […]
America Makes, the national accelerator for additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing headquartered in Youngstown, Ohio, and the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM), opened a $1.7 million funding call to expand the pool of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD)–qualified AM suppliers. Backed by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense, Manufacturing […]
Shenzhen-based 3D printer manufacturer PioCreat is offering a 3D printed insole solution aimed at streamlining the production of custom foot orthotics. As more clinics and manufacturers look to address the growing demand for personalized foot support, the integration of additive manufacturing with clinical workflows is becoming increasingly common. Targeted at clinics and orthopedic manufacturers, the […]
South Korean space company INNOSPACE has earned ISO 37301 certification, a globally recognized standard for compliance management issued by the International Organization for Standardization. The milestone highlights the company’s readiness for ethical and legal governance while laying a strong ESG foundation to foster trust with global customers and partners. “We view ethics and compliance not […]
AML3D, an Australian metal 3D printing company, has appointed DMFG Solutions GmbH, a German technology and solution provider specializing in additive manufacturing (AM) of metal components using arc welding, as a second non-exclusive distribution partner in Europe. The two-year agreement complements AML3D’s existing European distribution arrangement with UK-based Arc Additive Limited, established on 28 July […]
Global sportswear company Nike has secured a patent for a 3D printed feature that adjusts a shoe’s fit and comfort to the individual wearer. The process, outlined in U.S. Patent 12369691 B2, begins with a 3D scanner that captures the precise contours of the user’s feet. Using this data, a custom tubular structure is designed […]
Researchers from North Minzu University have published a comprehensive review in ACS Omega detailing how 3D printing is transforming lithium-ion battery (LIB) design. The paper, led by Xiaofei Lou, Li Zhao, Yang Gao, and Xiaohui Nan, explores additive manufacturing techniques to engineer high-performance electrodes and electrolytes, addressing limitations of conventional slurry-coating methods. The authors identify […]
Surging demand for artificial intelligence (AI) and computing power is driving data centers to ramp up their cooling capabilities. McKinsey & Company estimates that global demand for data centre capacity could grow by 19–20% annually through 2030, pushing yearly consumption to between 171 and 219 gigawatts by the end of the decade. Burlington-based Alloy Enterprises […]
Troops from the U.S. Army’s 173rd Airborne Brigade are building and deploying 3D printed first-person-view (FPV) drones to gain a tactical edge on the battlefield. At the center of this initiative is Hawkeye Platoon, a unit within the Headquarters and Headquarters Troop, 1st Squadron, 91st Cavalry Regiment. Specialising in reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition […]
Researchers from the University of Maryland, Georgia Tech and the University of Notre Dame, have introduced DissolvPCB, a novel 3D printing-based method to fabricate fully recyclable electronic circuits. Presented at UIST 2025, the technique combines polyvinyl alcohol (PVA) substrates and eutectic gallium–indium (EGaIn) liquid metal to create printed circuit board assemblies (PCBAs) that can be […]
Haddy, a startup specializing in large-format 3D printing, has been selected—alongside three other companies—to participate in the 2025 Disney Accelerator. This program connects growth-stage businesses with The Walt Disney Company to explore how emerging technologies can enhance media, entertainment, and immersive experience design. Joining Haddy in the 2025 cohort are Animaj, a company utilizing an […]
A new review published on ScienceDirect by researchers from Xi’an Jiaotong University and the China Academy of Space Technology provides a detailed account of in-space 3D printing progress using polymers and fiber-reinforced composites. The document identifies in-situ additive manufacturing as a transformative approach to fabricating space structures, bypassing launch constraints and enabling rapid production of […]
German construction firm Züblin and robot-assisted, on-site 3D concrete printing technology specializer Instatiq are scaling up on-site 3D concrete printing through a new joint venture, NELCON, which will offer these services more broadly—pending antitrust approval. The companies are currently deploying 3D concrete technology to build three apartment buildings in Metzingen-Neugreuth, Germany for housing provider GWG […]
Additive manufacturing is redefining the landscape of pediatric tuberculosis (TB) treatment by enabling personalized drug delivery, improved surgical planning, and tailored educational tools. A group of researchers from Maharaja Ranjit Singh Punjab Technical University, Chitkara University, and Thincr Technologies compiled extensive evidence in a review published via ScienceDirect, highlighting how 3D printing is being used […]
Researchers at Baylor University and CisLunar Industries have developed a vertically integrated method to transform cast aluminum space debris into fully dense, structurally sound components using solid-state additive manufacturing. Their combined system—electromagnetic continuous casting followed by twin-rod additive friction stir deposition (TR-AFSD)—refines grain structure, consolidates defects, and produces pre-machined parts suitable for orbital or lunar […]
Elegoo, a Shenzhen-based manufacturer of consumer-grade 3D printers, laser engravers, and STEM kits, has introduced Nexprint, an open-source 3D model platform aimed at simplifying model access and streamlining the printing process. Designed for users across skill levels, the platform supports browsing, downloading, and sharing models through a centralized interface. Nexprint integrates with Elegoo Slicer and […]
Aerospace propulsion firm Ursa Major has announced the creation of the Alliance for the American Additive Manufacturing Ecosystem (AAAME), a collaborative initiative aimed at accelerating the adoption of additive manufacturing (AM) for national security applications. Founding members include Dyndrite, EOS, and nLight, representing key players in defense, manufacturing, and advanced technology. Initially formed to address […]
Researchers at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) have developed a technique that enables the precise creation of metallic structures with customized shapes and compositions. This technique offers scientists an unprecedented level of control over alloy design, making it possible to engineer materials with specific mechanical and functional properties. Potential applications range from biocompatible, high-strength […]
US-based propulsion system manufacturer Beehive Industries has unveiled the Rampart engine, a fully 3D printed propulsion system developed for use within the Collaborative Combat Aircraft (CCA) framework. Nicknamed “The Force Multiplier,” the engine is specifically designed for uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs) intended to operate alongside manned fighter aircraft in high-threat environments. It supports a broad […]
