additive manufacturing
Former 3D Systems’ Exec Launches GenesisTissue for Bioprinting
Katie Weimer, a driving figure in 3D Systems’ medical 3D printing efforts, has announced the launch of GenesisTissue Inc., a company focused on bioprinting personalized regenerative tissue implants. While few…
Can 3D Printing with Captured Carbon Help Address Climate Change?
It sounds almost too good to be true, but a recent study published in Nature Communications describes a potentially groundbreaking process where carbon dioxide (CO2) is converted into 3D-printed carbon…
American Axle & Manufacturing Acquires GKN Powder Metallurgy and GKN Automotive for $1.44B
American Axle & Manufacturing (AAM), a publicly listed supplier of automotive driveline and drivetrain components headquartered in Detroit, has acquired Dowlais Group plc, the parent company of GKN Automotive and…
MX – Machining Transformation: Revolutionizing Manufacturing with Additive Technologies
The machining industry is experiencing a profound transformation, propelled by four key trends: Process Integration, Automation, Digital Transformation (DX), and Green Transformation (GX). Central to this evolution are Additive Manufacturing…
Beyond DeepSeek: Reimagining AI Integration in China’s 3D Printing Industry
China’s recent breakthrough in AI development, demonstrated by DeepSeek‘s success, offers important insights into the future of the country’s industrial AI applications. Despite chip restrictions, DeepSeek achieved remarkable performance through…
Cutting-Edge or Cutting Corners? The In-situ Inspection Dilemma
For years, in-situ monitoring has been positioned as the answer to real-time quality control in additive manufacturing (AM). The promise? Immediate insights into the build process, fewer post-inspection costs, and…
New Titomic Advisory Board Targets Cold Spray 3D Printing at Missiles and AUKUS Priorities
If you’re in additive manufacturing (AM) and you don’t have a retired military leader as an advisor, now is the time to get one. As discussed in a recent PRO…
Formlabs Form 4L 3D Printer Review: Scaling Success with Speed and Precision
Disclosure: The Form 4L was provided to me by Formlabs free of charge for the purpose of this review. I have not received any other compensation. All opinions expressed are…
Additive Manufacturing’s Opportunity: The Agile Solution to the US Manufacturing Crunch
The US manufacturing sector is bracing for what could be a perfect storm of supply shortages and surging demand. This ‘storm’, driven by reshoring efforts, potential tariffs, and ongoing manufacturing…
The Potential for “Stick-on” 3D Printing
“Stick-on” 3D printing involves joining different 3D-printed components into a single assembly. This is a growing but still niche trend that remains largely unexplored. A significant challenge is that examples…
Update: Velo3D Enters Forbearance Agreement as Debt Challenges Intensify
See the addendum to this article for an update from 12/12/24. Velo3D is set to lay off an additional 46 employees by the end of 2024 as part of its latest…
Formnext Day Three: Rock & Zoll
The biggest news on day three was, of course, the reactions to the band at the exhibitor’s party. The soirée was well attended, with the crowd rocking on until early…
Printing Money Episode 23: Additive Manufacturing Deal Analysis with Alex Kingsbury
Episode 23 is here, and it’s chock-full. Alex Kingsbury, nLIGHT Market Development Manager and, not to mention, co-creator of the Printing Money podcast, re-joins Danny and the result is 60…
Bloomberg: 3D Printed Rocket Maker Relativity Space Facing Financial Challenges
According to a recently published article in Bloomberg, the Long Beach-based launch company Relativity Space — one of many entities claiming to have the “world’s largest” metal 3D printer —…
NAMIC’s Global Additive Manufacturing Summit Tackles AI & AM
On day two of the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Cluster (NAMIC)’s Global Additive Manufacturing Summit, the focus is on AI, design, design for additive manufacturing (DfAM), and more. Many are excitedly exploring…
Fraunhofer and 3d4MEC Develop Monitoring for Brass 3D Printing
3D4MEC, Thetascan, and Fraunhofer Research Institution for Additive Manufacturing Technology (IAPT) have collaborated on an in situ monitoring solution for the 3D4BRASS 3D printer. Thetascan, a German firm specializing in…
QIDI Q1 Pro 3D Printer Review: A Heated Value
Disclosure: The Q1 PRO was provided to me by QIDI free of charge for the purpose of this review. I have not received any other compensation. All opinions expressed are…
Divide by Zero Releases $500 Altron 3D Printer with Advanced Features
Indian original equipment manufacturer (OEM) Divide by Zero Technologies has released its latest 3D printer, the Altron. Priced at $500, the machine features spaghetti detection, automatic calibration, nozzle height detection,…
Desktop Metal Sells First PureSinter Furnace to AmPd Labs
While Desktop Metal (NYSE: DM) is in the midst of its acquisition by Nano Dimension (Nasdaq: NNDM), business must continue as usual and that includes the commercial development of its…
Global Materials Group Acquires Canadian Hardfacing Metal Firm, Boosting 3D Printing Portfolio
Consolidation in the additive manufacturing (AM) service bureau segment continues to take place. The latest news sees international provider Wall Colmonoy acquire Indurate Alloys Ltd., a Canadian supplier of hardfacing…
Beyond Chuck Hull’s Legacy: the Unsung Heroes Who Paved the Way for 3D Printing
Next month, we will celebrate a huge anniversary. 40 years ago, on August 8, 1984, Charles Hull filed a patent application for stereolithography: the first additive manufacturing technique in history,…
3D Printing Markets Grows 8% Year over Year
Despite a market slowdown in 2023, the additive manufacturing (AM) sector continues to grow at a robust rate, according to AM Research. The market analysis firm published its Q1 2024…
Vision Miner Acquires its 3D Printer Supplier AddWise
Vision Miner, a provider of industrial 3D printing solutions, has announced the acquisition of AddWise, a manufacturer of 3D printers and related products, in a deal valued that the companies…
Stratasys Unveils New Digital Anatomy 3D Printer and PP for SAF
Stratasys is showcasing progress across multiple domains at RAPID + TCT 2024. In addition to partnering with AM Craft to produce aviation components, the company has also partnered with BASF…