AML3D, an Australian metal additive manufacturing company, has received a Letter of Intent dated June 27, 2025, from the United States Navy detailing a proposed collaboration to expand 3D printing across the Maritime Industrial Base. The document forecasts procurement of approximately 1,600 additively manufactured components annually by 2030 and plans for the installation of up […]
Tekna, a Canadian producer of high-purity metal powders and plasma systems, has secured a CAD 1.6 million (USD 1.17M) order for titanium powder from a Tier-1 supplier to the U.S. aerospace and defense sector. The order, scheduled for delivery in the second half of 2025, marks a fivefold increase in monthly volume compared to previous […]
A coordinated online scam is targeting consumers in the 3D printing community by impersonating the 3D printing manufacturer Bambu Lab. The scheme involves fraudulent websites and deceptive social media advertisements designed to replicate the company’s official online presence. These tactics have misled buyers and, in several reported cases, resulted in financial losses. The Nature of […]
Stratasys has acquired a collection of assets from 3D printer manufacturer Nexa3D. The agreement includes the Californian company’s intellectual property (IP) portfolio, as well as a limited number of remaining machines and spare parts. Importantly, the deal does not include Nexa3D personnel or additional aspects of the business, which ceased operations at the end of […]
The European Association of Manufacturing Technologies (CECIMO) has announced the launch of the Manifesto for a Competitive European Additive Manufacturing Sector, co-signed by ten national associations representing the AM ecosystem across Europe. The manifesto embodies a unified commitment to advancing the European additive manufacturing (AM) industry and outlines strategic recommendations to secure its position as […]
Researchers from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and the University of California, Santa Barbara, have developed a dual-wavelength resin system for digital light processing (DLP) 3D printing. Published in ACS Central Science, the study demonstrates a method for simultaneously printing permanent structures and degradable supports using a one-pot resin formulation. The technique eliminates the need for […]
The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Auburn University, a public land-grant research university, recently completed successful testing of a compact nanoparticle 3D printer during NASA-sponsored parabolic flights simulating zero gravity. The device showed strong potential for manufacturing flexible electronics—such as sensors, circuits, and antennas—directly in orbit. The system was developed by Masoud Mahjouri-Samani, […]
Hong Kong based Centre for Immunology & Infection Limited (C2i), its spin-off C2iTech, and Japanese multinational conglomerate Hitachi have announced a strategic collaboration to develop 3D printed airway organoids for clinical applications. C2i also unveiled Hong Kong’s first automated organoid culture system, located at the Hong Kong Science Park (HKSTP). These joint efforts aim to […]
Mercedes-AMG, the high-performance division of Mercedes-Benz, has introduced the CONCEPT AMG GT XX, a preview of what might be including in future production cars. The vehicle incorporates advanced 3D printed seat components that provide personalized customization and ergonomic support tailored to each driver’s physique, enhancing comfort and adaptability in a high-performance context. Vehicle Overview and […]
The University of Arkansas, U.S. public research institution, is advancing the development of sorghum protein as a stable, functional 3D bioink for foods and medical products. The project addresses a critical gap in current 3D food printing research, which has largely concentrated on water-absorbing proteins. In contrast, this research highlights hydrophobic, plant-based proteins as sustainable […]
Hugo, a sub-label of Hugo Boss, has partnered with 3D printing footwear company Zellerfeld to develop a loafer-style shoe produced entirely through additive manufacturing. The HUGO FORWARD x Zellerfeld model is created using Zellerfeld’s proprietary software and hardware and is manufactured as a single unit—eliminating the need for traditional sizing, assembly, and inventory. The result […]
Secure your spot now for exclusive AM insights at our Additive Manufacturing Advantage online conference covering aerospace, space, and defense! Researchers from Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST), Sookmyung Women’s University, and Aldaver have developed a flexible electronic textile platform that prints sensors directly onto fabric using Direct Ink Writing (DIW). Published in npj Flexible […]
3D printing while airborne aboard a tiltrotor aircraft or during off-road manoeuvres in military vehicles is an irregular testing approach for new 3D printers. Yet, under these extreme conditions a US Navy developed expeditionary 3D printer rose to the challenge. I spoke with the project lead to learn more. The Advanced Manufacturing Operational System, or […]
Secure your spot now for exclusive AM insights at our Additive Manufacturing Advantage online conference covering aerospace, space, and defense! McGill University’s spinout TissueTinker is exploring a new bioprinting approach that could improve the way cancer drugs are tested in preclinical settings. Co-founded by Benjamin Ringler, Madison Santos, and Isabelle Dummer, the startup recently received a Develop […]
Aibuild, a UK-based developer of software for large-format additive manufacturing (LFAM), has introduced an integrated finite element thermal simulation capability to its toolpath planning platform. The system, now in closed BETA, is designed for use in directed energy deposition (DED) and polymer extrusion processes. According to the company, this marks the first time such a […]
AMFG, a provider of quoting and workflow automation software for high-mix, low-volume manufacturers, is rolling out Sentinel AI, a new artificial intelligence tool designed to analyse 2D PDF drawings in under three seconds. Officially launching on July 12, Sentinel AI marks a step toward fully automated PDF analysis. Described by AMFG as the most advanced, […]
The United Kingdom has launched a new organisation within the Ministry of Defence (MOD) to centralise and accelerate military innovation efforts. The United Kingdom Defence Innovation (UKDI) body will manage a ringfenced annual budget of at least £400 million to fund the development and deployment of advanced technologies. Its creation forms part of the government’s […]
Firestorm Labs, a San Diego–based provider of modular, rapidly deployable unmanned aerial systems manufactured using additive technologies and advanced manufacturing systems, has secured exclusive distribution rights from HP Inc., a technology company specializing in printing and computing solutions, for its mobile Multi Jet Fusion 3D printing technology. That agreement positions the San Diego developer as […]
Secure your spot now for exclusive AM insights at our Additive Manufacturing Advantage online conference covering aerospace, space, and defense! Doctors at the University of Toledo Medical Center are exploring a new way to treat chronic wounds, using the patient’s own fat. For this approach, physicians begin by taking high-resolution images of the affected area which are […]
UK-based engineering firm Renishaw has announced a collaboration with Irish Manufacturing Research (IMR) at their facility near Dublin to develop advanced process parameters for metal 3D printing of freeform optical components used in laser-based satellite communications. This project, part of a Disruptive Technology Innovation Fund (DTIF) initiative led by freeform optics manufacturer mBryonics, aims to […]
