Ricoh has developed a 3D inkjet printing technology that creates full-color resin components with high mechanical strength and biocompatibility. The technology, announced May 1, 2025, addresses limitations in existing 3D printing methods for custom products in...
Curtin University researchers have joined a new national initiative to enhance Australia’s advanced manufacturing capabilities through the Additive Manufacturing Cooperative Research Centre (AMCRC). The project brings together universities, industry partners, and...
Japanese architecture firm Aki Hamada Architects has unveiled a 3D-printed rest facility at Expo 2025 in Osaka. The structure features seating areas, toilets, a satellite studio, and a small stage, all constructed using a large-scale 3D printing system from Italian...
Swedish nuclear power plants are implementing 3D printing to address spare parts challenges as reactors extend their operating lives to 80 years. According to Björn Forssgren, metallic materials specialist at Ringhals nuclear power plant, the ability to control...
A research team led by Penn State has secured a $1 million grant from DARPA’s Structures Uniquely Resolved to Guarantee Performance (SURGE) program to develop new quality control methods for metal 3D printing. The two-year project aims to detect porosity defects in...
Michigan-based startup Slate is developing a minimalist electric truck with a focus on affordability and customization. The Slate Truck, targeting a price below $20,000 after federal incentives, features a single-cab design with a 4-by-5-foot bed and dent-resistant...
Adidas is set to release a new 3D-printed slip-on shoe to the wider market on May 2. The ClimaCool, which initially saw a limited release last fall, will be available through the Adidas Confirmed app and select Adidas stores in major U.S. cities for $140. The new...
Researchers from Empa and EPFL are investigating how aerial robots could process construction materials in the air. The team believes these flying platforms could complement existing ground-based construction systems, particularly in difficult-to-access locations or...
The University of Oklahoma (OU) and Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have formed a strategic collaboration to establish an additive manufacturing center in Norman, Oklahoma. The new facility will build upon OU’s existing Sooner Advanced Manufacturing Laboratory...
German manufacturer Trickstuff has launched a new version of its Piccola HD brakes featuring 3D-printed titanium brake levers. The product, which first appeared at Eurobike two years ago, has completed its development phase and is now available to consumers. These...
America Makes and the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) have published their April 2025 Gaps Progress Report for the additive manufacturing industry. The report documents the progress made over the past six months by standards developing organizations and...
The Williamsburg Regional Library and Williamsburg Youth Orchestra have completed the first year of their M3loDy Makers Initiative, a program that provides 3D-printed violins to students. The collaboration aims to make music education accessible to students who lack...
Confederation College’s Applied Research and Innovation team has developed a 3D-printed Braille signage solution for individuals with vision loss. The project was created in partnership with the Canadian National Institute for the Blind (CNIB) and Vision Loss...
James Cook University (JCU) engineers have developed a 3D-printed bendable ceramic material that can withstand substantial flexing. The material can be flexed thousands of times before showing fatigue and has now caught the attention of aerospace manufacturer Lockheed...
Oklahoma State University College of Veterinary Medicine students have received a 3D-printed horse skeleton to enhance their learning experience. The project was completed by Shannon Austin, director of Edmon Low Creative Studios, after faculty members approached her...
Jennifer Cichra, a junior mechanical engineering major at Slippery Rock University, has earned recognition for her innovative 3D printed spike plate design. Cichra received the runner-up award in the undergraduate category of the Digital Manufacturing Challenge Award...
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) researchers are developing advanced tracking systems for radioactive materials used in cancer treatments. The project, called Smart Packaging for Critical Energy Shipments (SPaCES), uses 3D printing to create secure packaging that...
Simpliforge Creations and IIT Hyderabad have completed a 3D printed military bunker at 11,000 feet in Leh, India. The protective bunker was constructed in collaboration with the Indian Army under Project PRABAL. This marks the first on-site 3D printed military...
EcoTech Lab has developed ClayPonic V1, a new 3D-printed hydroponic system made from clay materials. Led by architect Logman Arja, the project aims to address challenges including soil degradation and water scarcity. The system features a vertical, modular design...
Swedish researchers have developed a malleable battery with a toothpaste-like consistency that can be shaped into various forms. The battery, created by scientists at Linkoping University, uses conductive plastics and lignin, a sustainable byproduct from paper...
AutoQuote3D, the all-in-one quoting and order management platform for 3D printing businesses, has officially launched its full version following a successful beta in June 2024. Founded by software engineer and 3D printing entrepreneur Felix Izraitel, AutoQuote3D is...
Foster + Partners has announced plans for a 3D-printed solar tower to be constructed on the moon. The 50-meter structure is designed to collect solar energy at the Moon’s South Pole to power future lunar infrastructure. NASA and 3D-printing company Branch Technology...
Revopoint, a global name in professional 3D scanning technology, is set to launch its latest innovation, the Trackit 3D Tracking Scanner, on Kickstarter. Designed to streamline workflows and eliminate the need for scanning markers, Trackit delivers high-precision...
Researchers at the University of Notre Dame are developing a new low-power antenna for 5G networks using 3D printed artificial dielectric material. The technology aims to deliver 5G performance while using less than 10% of the energy consumed by current systems. The...
German-American company Zellerfeld is planning to scale up its custom 3D printed footwear production, expanding from hundreds to thousands of printers. The company, which produces shoes based on individual foot scans, recently partnered with Fraunhofer IAPT to develop...
Northwestern University’s Materials Science and Engineering department has implemented a new hands-on approach to teaching soft materials concepts. Professor Ryan Truby’s MAT_SCI 331: Soft Materials course now features 3D Printing Resin Design Labs, where students...
Researchers at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) have identified quasicrystals in a 3D-printable aluminum alloy, according to a study published in the Journal of Alloys and Compounds. NIST materials engineer Andrew Iams discovered the unique...
Researchers at the FAMU-FSU College of Engineering are developing tools that use artificial intelligence to identify defects in powder-based metal 3D printing. The $2.2 million project, funded by the Air Force Office of Scientific Research, focuses on binder jetting...
Maker Gyan Kalra has developed a 3D-printable search-and-rescue drone called “Heatseeker” designed to be affordable and easily repairable. The drone provides live video feed in both visible light and infrared spectra, potentially helping locate survivors in disaster...
Researchers at The University of Texas at Dallas have created a 3D-printed foam that offers improved durability and recyclability compared to conventional polymer foams. The new material, detailed in the March 1 print edition of RSC Applied Polymers, was developed...