3D Scanning
Artec Studio 19: New Software Introduces AI Photogrammetry
Artec 3D, the Luxembourg-based leader in 3D scanning solutions, has released Artec Studio 19, the latest update to its Artec Studio software. As with all of the company’s updates to…
Creality’s Black Friday Event: Save Up to 60% with Unbeatable Discounts!
As the holiday season approaches, Creality is thrilled to launch its biggest-ever Black Friday event! From October 21 to December 3 on the Creality Store and November 21 to December…
Scanners for All Occasions: Artec 3D CEO Artyom Yukhin Explains How the Company Stays at the Head of its Market
The proliferation of 3D data has gradually transformed the entire industrial landscape so far in the 21st century, with virtually all sectors, from oil & gas to medical, relying on…
Ricoh Wants to Make Surgery Easier with Custom 3D-Printed Guides for U.S. Surgeons
Orthopedic and maxillofacial surgeons may soon have access to surgical tools designed specifically for each patient. Thanks to a new partnership between Ricoh 3D for Healthcare and Insight Surgery, custom…
Revopoint MetroX 3D Scanner Launches on Kickstarter: The Blue Laser 3D Scanner for Only ＄649
The Revopoint MetroX 3D Scanner brings a breakthrough in blue light scanning technology. Combining hybrid multi-line blue lasers and full-field structured light, the MetroX 3D scanner is designed for professional…
Artec 3D Releases Two New 3D Scanners at IMTS 2024
Artec 3D, the US-Luxembourg original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of high-resolution 3D scanners, has released two new products at the International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) in Chicago (September 9-14). First off,…
3D Printing News Briefs, August 14, 2024: Reverse Engineering, STEM Learning, & More
We’re taking care of business first in 3D Printing News Briefs today, as Solideon has oversubscribed its pre-seed funding goals and Revopoint3D announced a global strategic partnership with KVS for…
Going for Gold: All of the Ways 3D Printing Is Used for the Olympic Games
The Olympics are my favorite sporting event—I scream at the television during sand volleyball and speed skating the way other people do during football games, American or otherwise. Nearly 29…
Eye on Additive Eyewear: 3D Printing at MYKITA
In this Eye on Additive Eyewear series, we’ve previously examined 3D printing at Materialise and luxury group LVMH. Today, we’re taking a detailed look at a 3D printing application that,…
Redefining Manufacturing in Asia: Embracing Personalization and the Long Tail
Asia stands at a pivotal crossroads in the rapidly evolving landscape of manufacturing. Long renowned as the world’s factory, the region now faces the challenge of adapting to an increasingly…
Ralph Hermanns Uses Print Farms to 3D Print Orthotic Insoles at Scale
Ralph Hermanns of Podotherapie Hermanns started his podiatry practice in a small village in the south of the Netherlands. Now, he has grown the business to over 260 locations. Inside…
Optics Giant ZEISS Teams with Artec 3D for 3D Scanning Software
Artec 3D, the Luxembourg-based leader in the 3D scanner market, has partnered with German optics giant ZEISS to become a provider of ZEISS metrology software. The partnership will start with…
Vendor Managed Inventory for 3D Printing Introduced by Authentise
While additive manufacturing (AM) hardware continues to advance, much of the technology is already mature enough for large batch production. With AM Researcher’s “Opportunities in Additive Manufacturing Software Markets 2023”…
3D Printing News Briefs, June 8, 2024: Flame-Retardancy, Scanner Upgrade, & More
We’re starting with a new flame-retardant plastic powder by Siemens Mobility and the LEHVOSS Group, and then moving on to an Artec 3D 3D scanner upgrade and an automated quality…
US Army Contracts 3YOURMIND & Phillips Corp. for 3D Printed Tank Parts Identification
The US Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Ground Vehicle Systems Center (GVSC) has awarded 3YOURMIND and Phillips Corporation Federal Division a contract to develop part identification solutions for tanks….
3DPOD Episode 199: Collaborative Design with Graham Bredemeyer, CEO of CADchat
About a decade ago, entrepreneur Graham Bredemeyer started Collider, a company that combined the best of 3D printing with injection molding. Now he runs CADChat, which hopes to make sharing…
3D Scanning in Rwanda to Enable Custom 3D Printed Prosthetics for Children
Artec 3D, one of the world’s leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of 3D scanning hardware, has partnered with nongovernmental organization (NGO) Humanity & Inclusion (HI) on a project centered around…
Nikon’s New Metal 3D Printer Uses 3D Scanning for Part Repair and Quality Control
Nikon has released the Lasermeister LM300A, a directed energy deposition (DED) system, along with the Lasermeister SB100 3D scanner. These two are designed to be used together. You can place…
Time Travelers’ Relics: 5 Spectacular 3D Printed Artifacts that Bring History to Life
Over the past decade, 3D printing and scanning have significantly influenced archaeology, providing new insights into historical research and artifact preservation. These technologies have not only unlocked new ways to…
FitMyFoot 3D Printed Insoles & Sandals Featured at Costco Roadshows
Everyone’s feet are different, which is why the random insoles you buy at the drugstore may not always help, and those cheap flip-flops aren’t doing you any favors either. Shaking…
Startup Accelerator: FITme Revolutionizes Cosmetic Surgery with 3D Printing
In additive manufacturing (AM), the personalized medical implant market is burgeoning, presenting an unprecedented opportunity within the aesthetic sector. This niche is ripe for disruption, with 3D printing offering tailored…
Shaping Success: Dynamism’s Dynamic 3D Printing Collaborations
Dynamism redefines success in 3D printing, extending beyond delivering products to provide expert advice and reliable post-sale support. Partnering with top manufacturers, Dynamism creates dynamic collaborations that support both customers…
2024 3D Printing Predictions from the Experts: Software & Beyond
Our focus within the additive manufacturing (AM) industry often centers on the 3D printer itself, but it’s important to remember that it’s just one element in a complex sequence of…
Scanning for Planning: How 3D Scanning Contributes to Supply Chain Resilience
The week after Thanksgiving, the Biden administration provided the world with major insight into what will be driving the White House’s activities in 2024 (beyond Biden’s campaign for reelection). The…
