Irja Hepler, a Ph.D. student in structural engineering at the University of Maine (UMaine), is developing a simulation model to predict thermal stresses that arise during 3D printing. Her research addresses a persistent problem in additive manufacturing: when printed materials cool unevenly, they can warp or lose structural integrity. By simulating this behavior in advance, […]
U.S. 3D printer manufacturer 3D Systems has announced the commercial release of its NextDent 3D printed denture solution for the U.S. market. Introduced in February 2024, the jetted, multi-material, monolithic (one-piece) dentures combine NextDent Jet Denture Teeth and NextDent Jet Denture Base materials into a single prosthetic, delivering enhanced break resistance and highly realistic aesthetics. […]
Researchers at Aalborg University have developed a computational topology optimization framework that accounts for sintering-induced deformation in metal binder jetting (MBJ) manufacturing. The method, designed to reinforce structures during the design phase, addresses distortion caused by gravity and material shrinkage during sintering. The study, titled a topology optimization framework considering sintering in design for metal […]
A review published in Nature Communications by researchers at the University of Colorado and Georgia Tech outlines how additive manufacturing (AM) and computational design are enabling a new generation of high-performance composite materials. The paper surveys developments in 3D printing techniques for composites enhanced with nanoparticles, short fibers, and continuous fibers, alongside optimization methods for […]
Formnext Asia Shenzhen is set to return to the Shenzhen World Exhibition and Convention Center from 26–28 August 2025, with organizers and industry partners announcing a renewed focus on building a more collaborative additive manufacturing (AM) ecosystem in China’s Greater Bay Area (GBA). At a recent press conference, Messe Frankfurt and partners including the Hong […]
Phase3D, a Chicago-based developer of quality assurance software for 3D printing, has expanded its Fringe Inspection system to support Renishaw’s 500 series—including the 500Q, 500D, and 500Flex. The newly launched Fringe Inspection 500 Kit, developed in collaboration with research institution HRL Laboratories, supports the goals of the DARPA SURGE initiative, a U.S. Department of Defense […]
Singaporean architecture firm Park + Associates, in collaboration with CES_InnovFab—a developer specializing in large-scale 3D printed construction—has completed QR3D, the country’s first multi-storey 3D printed residential building. Conceived as the personal residence of Park + Associates’ founder, Lim Koon Park, the project serves as a full-scale prototype to evaluate the potential of additive manufacturing (AM) […]
Massachusetts-based metal 3D printer manufacturer Desktop Metal (DM) has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company has also agreed to sell its foreign subsidiaries, ExOne GmbH, EnvisionTEC GmbH, ExOne KK, and AIDRO s.r.l., to an affiliate of Anzu Partners, pending Court approval and customary closing conditions. DM’s bankruptcy was filed in the Southern District of […]
Researchers from Melbourne’s RMIT University have developed a new titanium alloy that is nearly one-third cheaper to 3D print than standard Ti-6Al-4V. The team outlined their methodology in a recent Nature Communications study titled “Compositional criteria to predict columnar to equiaxed transitions in metal additive manufacturing.” This paper presents a time- and cost-effective approach to […]
Want to speak at AMA: Energy 2025 or AMA: Automotive & Mobility 2025? Submit your application now! Next month, Chinese 3D printer manufacturer Creality is launching the Falcon A1 Pro 20W desktop laser engraver built to combine speed, automation, and versatility in one compact unit. At the center of the machine is a 20W blue laser module capable […]
Want to speak at AMA: Energy 2025 or AMA: Automotive & Mobility 2025? Submit your application now! Researchers from Beihang University and The Hong Kong Polytechnic University have introduced a new 3D printing technique that significantly reduces the time and number of light projections needed to manufacture complex objects. Led by Dr. Huiyuan Wang, the team developed a […]
Authentise, a provider of collaborative manufacturing workflow software, and Kform, an agile engineering and defense-grade manufacturing firm, have launched Project DDNA, the first implementation of a new defense innovation model called Continuous Hardware Ops (CHOPS). Already in deployment with U.S. Department of Defense programs, the system enables engineering teams to compress development timelines, retain context […]
Taci Pereira, who led Systemic Bio, a subsidiary of U.S.-based 3D printer manufacturer 3D Systems, has announced her departure following the parent company’s decision to close the unit. Founded in 2022, Systemic Bio aimed to advance drug discovery through scalable bioprinted human tissue models. The closure reflects 3D Systems’ broader strategic realignment in response to […]
A team from the University of Notre Dame has demonstrated a machine learning-assisted 3D printing process to fabricate thermoelectric materials with unprecedented performance. By combining extrusion-based printing with Bayesian optimization, they produced bismuth antimony telluride (BiSbTe) structures exhibiting a room-temperature zT of 1.3, the highest value reported for printed thermoelectrics. Published in the Journal of […]
Low-code engineering platform Synera has partnered with Belgian software and 3D printing services provider Materialise to integrate the Magics SDK into Synera’s AI-driven automation platform. The collaboration targets one of the most persistent challenges in additive manufacturing (AM): manual build preparation—a time-consuming step that can slow production and raise operational costs. By embedding Materialise’s trusted […]
Researchers at IMDEA Materials Institute have conducted the first electrochemical comparison of how fabrication method and surface treatment affect corrosion in bioabsorbable metals, with implications for designing safer, longer-lasting biodegradable implants. Published in Surface and Coatings Technology, the study could inform the design of safer, longer-lasting implants by revealing how additive manufacturing and extrusion affect […]
The U.S. Department of Defense has launched a $10 million program to build a reliable supply base for 3D printed parts. America’s Defense Logistics Agency (DLA), the Pentagon’s largest provider of combat logistics support, is leading the effort, known as the JAMA IV IDIQ Pilot Parts Program. This marks the fourth phase of the Joint […]
Want to speak at AMA: Energy 2025 or AMA: Automotive & Mobility 2025? Submit your application now! 3D printing materials provider Polymaker has introduced Fiberon PPS-GF20, a glass fiber-reinforced Polyphenylene Sulphide (PPS) filament. Priced at $65.99, this material targets industrial applications that demand a combination of thermal stability, chemical resistance, mechanical strength, and electrical insulation. Designed for high-speed […]
Want to speak at AMA: Energy 2025 or AMA: Automotive & Mobility 2025? Submit your application now! Researchers at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) have 3D printed brain-like tissue with a multilayered structure, alongside an integrated system to monitor neural activity in real time. Led by Professors Je-Kyun Park and Yoonkey Nam from the Department […]
New York-based technology company WAZER recently launched its WAZER Pro waterjet cutter. This new offering follows the success of the company’s WAZER Desktop model, which debuted in 2018 after raising $1.3 million on Kickstarter. WAZER Pro is a compact system optimized for engineers and manufacturers requiring high-quality, efficient performance. It cuts through thicker materials and […]
