Researchers at public university ETH Zurich, commissioned by the cultural foundation Nova Fundaziun Origen, have completed what is described as the world’s tallest 3D printed concrete tower: Tor Alva — a 30-meter, four-story modular structure in Mulegns, Switzerland. Constructed from 3D printed concrete elements, this project showcases how robotic fabrication, computer-aided design, and resource-efficient construction […]
Researchers from The Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign have developed a deep learning model that can determine which specific 3D printer created a part, using only a photograph. Working with SyBridge Technologies, the method offers a new way for manufacturers to verify part authenticity, monitor supplier compliance, and detect process […]
Researchers at the University of Edinburgh have developed what they describe as the world’s first soft robots capable of walking immediately after being produced by a low-cost, custom-built 3D printing platform. This open-source platform is expected to help overcome long-standing obstacles in the design, fabrication, and adoption of soft robotic systems. The robots—small, four-legged devices […]
Swiss provider of advanced surface technologies and materials, Oerlikon has announced a CHF 40 million investment to establish a new innovation and production campus in Aargau, Switzerland. Named Campus Reichhold, the facility will consolidate the company’s three existing Swiss locations into a single site that integrates research and development, engineering, manufacturing, and customer service functions. […]
Software provider Palantir Technologies and AI-driven 3D manufacturing solutions provider, Divergent Technologies, have formed a strategic partnership to integrate Divergent’s advanced manufacturing system with Palantir’s software platforms. The collaboration enables users of Palantir’s Warp Speed and Foundry systems to access Divergent’s on-demand components, improving flexibility and accelerating production timelines. Divergent explained that the integration gives […]
AIMEN Technology Centre in O Porriño, Galicia, has completed the production of Spain’s first large-format 3D‑printed cryogenic tank designed for aircraft hydrogen storage. The 1.5 m diameter demonstrator is part of the EU-funded Overleaf programme, led by ACITURRI, which targets zero-emission aviation through lightweight and sustainable structures. The printed tank features a dual-wall architecture: an inner liner […]
Houston-based medtech company Insight Surgery has raised $2.5 million in a Series A equity round led by US venture capital firm Nodenza Venture Partners, positioning the company for its next phase of U.S. growth. The investment follows FDA 510(k) clearance for Insight’s patient-specific surgical guides used in orthopedic and orthopedic-oncology procedures. The funding will support […]
Atomik AM, an advanced manufacturing start-up based in Liverpool, has secured £600,000 in growth funding from the Northern Powerhouse Investment Fund II (NPIF II). The funding—delivered through NPIF II – Praetura Equity Finance, which is managed by Praetura Ventures—will support a 40% increase in Atomik AM’s workforce in the Liverpool City Region and facilitate the […]
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin L. Bragg, Jr., together with New York State Senator Brad Hoylman-Sigal and Assemblymember Linda Rosenthal, has introduced updated legislation (S227A/A1777A) aimed at curbing the spread of 3D printed guns and auto sears—small, inexpensive devices capable of converting semi-automatic firearms into fully automatic weapons. Under current New York State law, possession of […]
Lithoz, a ceramic 3D printing company headquartered in Vienna, has secured ISO 13485 certification for its quality management system, aligning its operations with international standards for medical device manufacturing. The certification, regarded as the benchmark for regulatory compliance in healthcare production, enables Lithoz to meet FDA Quality System Regulation (QSR) requirements and expands its role […]
Japanese advanced optoelectronics supplier Nikon Corporation has entered a new development agreement with the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining (NCDMM), the organization managing America Makes, to support the advancement of metal additive manufacturing (AM) technologies in defense and aerospace. The initiative is funded by the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense, Manufacturing […]
A new contest is underway, inviting designers and 3D printing enthusiasts to create custom accessories for the CMF Phone 2 Pro, a modular smartphone from CMF by Nothing. Organized in partnership with Czech based 3D printer manufacturer Prusa Research, the contest focuses on designs that enhance the phone’s appearance, functionality, or usability. Open for another […]
Researchers at the German Aerospace Center (DLR) have developed MiniFix, a fully 3D printed syringe-based biological fixation system engineered for spaceflight. Successfully deployed in five MAPHEUS sounding rocket missions, MiniFix represents a breakthrough in experimental payload design, combining rapid prototyping, modularity, and robust performance in microgravity environments, combining rapid prototyping with modular, lightweight, and reliable […]
A new review by researchers from the Beijing University of Posts and Telecommunications, CETC 54 (54th Research Institute of Electronics Technology Group Corporation), Sun Yat-sen University, Shenzhen University, and the University of Electronic Science and Technology of China surveys the latest developments in 3D printing for microelectronic and microfluidic applications. The paper released on Springer […]
Fabric8Labs, a San Diego-based manufacturer specializing in Electrochemical Additive Manufacturing (ECAM), has been selected by AEWIN Technologies to supply thermal management components for its next generation of Edge AI systems. AEWIN, a provider of high-performance network platforms and a member of the Qisda Business Group, will integrate ECAM-produced copper components into its upcoming cooling infrastructure. […]
A new testing centre at University of Glasgow is simulating the conditions of outer space to help prevent 3D printed parts from becoming sources of high-speed orbital debris. Housed at the university’s James Watt School of Engineering, the NextSpace Testrig lab is designed to assess whether materials like metals, polymers and ceramics can survive extreme […]
AIRSYS Cooling Technologies is set to open a new global headquarters and expand its manufacturing operations in Spartanburg County, South Carolina. Located at 6228 Highway 101 in Woodruff, the new site is expected to create 215 jobs following a $40 million investment. The expansion comes as AIRSYS marks its 30th year in business. The company […]
Stratasys, a 3D printer OEM, has announced the acquisition of assets from Forward AM GmbH, a BASF spin-off based in Germany. This strategic transaction expands Stratasys’ materials portfolio, particularly enhancing its capabilities in Selective Absorption Fusion (SAF) and Digital Light Processing (DLP) technologies. The acquisition also reinforces Stratasys’ commitment to driving innovation and maintaining its […]
The UK’s event for 3D printing and additive manufacturing, TCT 3Sixty, returns to the NEC Birmingham on 4–5 June 2025, bringing together more than 5,000 professionals for two days of live demonstrations, expert talks, and networking. Hosted by The TCT Group, the free-to-attend show is designed to offer a comprehensive look at how additive manufacturing […]
A review published in Virtual and Physical Prototyping explores the growing field of additively manufactured acoustic metamaterials (ACA-Meta), highlighting how 3D printing technologies enable novel designs for effective sound absorption across diverse applications. Authored by researchers from Khalifa University and Dassault Aviation, the paper classifies acoustic metamaterials into perforated, slotted, cellular, and hybrid types and […]
