Tripo AI Secures $50M Funding To Advance Production-Ready 3D Generation
Tripo AI has closed a $50M growth round backed by Alibaba and Baidu Ventures, with new native spatial AI models that generate production-ready 3D assets directly.
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Creality Patents Built-In Filament Cutter For Compact Toolheads
Creality has filed a patent for an integrated filament cutter mounted directly inside the toolhead, eliminating one of the biggest pain points with multi material printing.
New Community Database Aims To Standardize 3D Printer Filament Profiles
3D Filament Profiles, a new community driven database, is trying to solve one of the most tedious parts of 3D printing: finding good settings for every filament.
Gallium Supply Chain Crisis Threatens 3D Printing and Semiconductor Industries
Gallium — a critical material for 3D printing and semiconductor manufacturing — is facing severe supply chain disruptions in 2026. Here's what makers need to know.
NASA's Artemis II Launches With 3D Printed Components — And a Much Bigger Role Ahead for AM
Artemis II marks the first human lunar mission in over 50 years, carrying 3D printed parts aboard. We explore what's flying and why additive manufacturing is becoming essential for space exploration.
The End of an Era: Bambu Lab X1, X1 Carbon & X1E Officially Reach End-of-Life
The legendary Bambu Lab X1 series that redefined consumer 3D printing has reached end-of-life. How one Kickstarter campaign changed the industry forever.
Creality Launches Filament Maker M1 & Shredder R1 — Turn Your 3D Printing Waste Into New Filament
Creality introduces a desktop filament recycling system that lets makers transform their 3D printing waste into fresh filament — now live on Indiegogo.
U.S. Army Opens 50-Printer Additive Manufacturing Makerspace at Picatinny Arsenal
The U.S. Army has opened a new Additive Makerspace at Picatinny Arsenal, New Jersey, equipped with over 50 3D printers to accelerate rapid prototyping for armaments.
Thales Alenia Space Achieves 45% Weight Reduction on Satellite Antenna Parts Using 3D Printing
European space manufacturer leverages additive manufacturing to dramatically lighten satellite antenna components while cutting assembly time to one week.
UCI Rocket Project Uses Bambu Lab 3D Printers to Build Liquid-Fueled Rockets That Actually Fly
University of California Irvine engineering students use desktop 3D printers to iterate rocket designs in hours instead of weeks — and launch them for real.
Prusa Launches OpenPrintTag NFC Spool Contest — Upcycle Your Old Spools
Prusa announces a contest for creative ways to upcycle old filament spools using the new OpenPrintTag NFC system shipping with redesigned Prusament spools.
China Exports 5 Million 3D Printers in 2025 — Desktop AM at Scale
China exported 5.03 million 3D printers in 2025, a 33% increase year-over-year, with export value reaching $1.6 billion. The US and Germany lead as destination markets.
Artemis II Launches With 3D Printing Onboard — A Much Bigger Role Ahead
NASA's Artemis II mission launched today carrying astronauts on the first crewed lunar flyby in 50 years — and additive manufacturing is playing a significant role in the mission.
Prompt2CAD Uses Claude to Turn Plain Language Into 3D Furniture Models
A new web platform lets anyone design parametric 3D furniture by simply describing what they want in plain English — no CAD experience required.
Mobile AM Robots Now Navigate Factory Floors Autonomously — Printing While Avoiding Obstacles
A new closed-loop control system lets mobile 3D printing robots navigate dynamic factory environments while printing, potentially transforming how large-scale parts are manufactured.
23rd Rapid Prototyping Conference Returns to Hamburg — Industrial 3D Printing in Focus
HAW Hamburg hosts the 23rd Rapid Prototyping Conference April 24, 2026 — bringing together industry and academia to discuss AI in additive manufacturing, beam shaping in laser powder bed fusion, and series production.
RAPID+TCT 2026: What to Expect at the Premier Additive Manufacturing Conference
The biggest US additive manufacturing conference returns to Boston April 13-16 with a production-first focus.
Effervex Sparkling Water Soluble Support Filament: TheDIY-Friendly Post-Processing Solution
New sparkling water-soluble support filament from Effervex Materials promises cleaner post-processing with a specific recipe twist.
AMPOWER Report 2026: Additive Manufacturing Market Growth Accelerates to 13.5% Annually
German consultancy AMPOWER Report 2026 reveals the global additive manufacturing market is projected to grow 13.5% annually through 2031, marking a significant recovery from recent slowdown.
3D Printing Daily — Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Thursday roundup: AMPOWER market growth hits 13.5%, Sparkling Water Support filament launches, plus industry news.
MoistureMax Unveils Climate Adaptive Filament System That Intentionally Manages Moisture
MoistureMax has introduced a filament platform that intentionally manages moisture instead of merely fighting it — a new approach to filament storage and printing.
Starwise Additive's Cosmic Slicer Tunes Prints by Zodiac
A new slicer startup claims your failed Benchy might be a Virgo problem — and promises to fix it using zodiac-based print optimization.
Sparkling Water Soluble Support Filament Has a Surprising Catch
A new soluble support filament promises cleaner post-processing, but users need to follow a specific sparkling water recipe to make it work.
EOS to Showcase AI-Driven Manufacturing at Hannover Messe 2026
EOS brings industrial 3D printing to Hannover Messe 2026 with AI-driven production lines, manufacturing tooling, and defense applications across three booth locations.
Creality Launches Filament Maker M1 and Shredder R1 — Turn Your 3D Print Waste Into New Filament
Creality introduces a closed-loop filament recycling system allowing makers to shred failed prints and extrude them back into usable filament, reducing waste and costs.
Bright Laser Technologies Reaches 100,000 Copper Parts Milestone — Industrial Metal 3D Printing Comes of Age
Chinese metal 3D printing leader Bright Laser Technologies marks a major milestone with 100,000 copper alloy components produced on its BLT-S400 platform, proving industrial-scale copper AM is viable.
Eurobearings Deploys Meltio Engine Robot Integration — Cuts Lead Times by 30-50%
Italian bearing systems manufacturer Eurobearings integrates Meltio DED technology with KUKA robot, reducing lead times by up to 50% for marine, defence and energy customers.
3D Printing Daily — Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Creality IPO reveals market share battle with Bambu Lab, Leiden researchers 3D print brainless robots, and Tethon 3D expands ceramics capabilities.
AMT to Support Raise3D RMS220 Users with Vapour Smoothing Technology
AMT announces partnership to provide vapour smoothing solutions for Raise3D RMS220 SLS 3D printer users, with the new SF2X system shipping June 2026.
Creality IPO Filing Reveals Strong Revenue Growth But Market Share Losses to Bambu Lab
Creality's Hong Kong IPO filing shows revenue hit RMB 3.13 billion in 2025, but market share dropped to 16.9% as Bambu Lab dominates the consumer 3D printing market.
Tethon 3D Acquires 3DFortify Materials IP to Expand Advanced Ceramics Capabilities
Tethon 3D acquires 3DFortify intellectual property portfolio to strengthen its high-performance ceramics and composite materials platform for 3D printing.
AML3D Secures $1.84M US Navy Contract to 3D Print Obsolete Submarine Components
Australian metal 3D printing company AML3D has won a $1.84 million contract to produce five replacement components for active US Navy submarines, addressing critical supply chain gaps.
Leiden Researchers 3D Print Brainless Microrobots That Swim and Dodge Obstacles Like Living Animals
Researchers at Leiden University have developed 3D printed microrobots that exhibit sophisticated swimming behavior and obstacle avoidance without any brain or nervous system.
Apple Launches Apple You — Fully 3D Printed Personalized iPhone and AirPods
Apple unveils Apple You — a new product line featuring fully 3D-printed iPhones and AirPods personalized to each user's exact hand geometry and ear shape.
Snapmaker U1 Expands Globally: More Materials, Software, and RFID-Enabled Filament
Snapmaker U1 gets a major ecosystem update with expanded global availability, new RFID-enabled filament colors, and a software bundle.
Ceramitec 2026: Ceramic 3D Printing Takes Center Stage
The premier ceramics industry trade show featured significant 3D printing advancements, with Lithoz, 3D Controls, and other manufacturers showcasing serial production capabilities.
Eplus3D Abruptly Pulls IPO Application From Shanghai Stock Exchange
Chinese metal 3D printer manufacturer Eplus3D has abruptly withdrawn its IPO filing from Shanghai's STAR Market, just weeks after the filing was made public.
HP's Open Industrial Filament System Makes North American Debut at AMUG 2026
HP's new open industrial filament platform, unveiled at Formnext 2025, makes its North American debut at AMUG 2026 with the HP Industrial Filament 600 High Temperature system.
Materialise Sells RapidFit Jigs & Fixtures Business to Own Management Team
Materialise announces the sale of its RapidFit jigs and fixtures business to its own management team, with the transaction expected to close around April 30, 2026.
Leiden Researchers 3D Print Brainless Microrobots That Swim and Dodge Obstacles Like Living Animals
Researchers at Leiden University have created microscopic 3D printed robots that swim, navigate and adapt without any brain, sensors, or software — behavior emerges entirely from their physical shape.
China's 15th Five-Year Plan 2026-2030: What It Means for Additive Manufacturing
China's new Five-Year Plan prioritizes advanced manufacturing and additive manufacturing as key pillars for technological self-reliance through 2030.
Ceramitec 2026: How Ceramics Are Reshaping the Future of 3D Printing
From dental implants to rocket components, the Ceramitec 2026 show in Munich demonstrated that ceramic 3D printing has arrived as a serious manufacturing technology.
US Navy Installs First Welded 3D Printed Metal Part on Operational Submarine
Portsmouth Naval Shipyard has achieved a first — installing a welded 3D printed copper-nickel flange aboard the USS Washington (SSN-787), marking a milestone for AM in naval maintenance.
MOVA AtomForm Palette 300: The World's First 12-Nozzle Desktop 3D Printer Arrives
AtomForm unveils a 12-nozzle desktop 3D printer capable of printing 36 colors and 12 materials in a single build, with 90% less waste than traditional multi-material systems.
Tripo AI Secures $50M Funding — Generates Production-Ready 3D Assets in 2 Seconds
Backed by Alibaba and Baidu Ventures, Tripo AI launches new generation models that generate production-ready polygon meshes up to 100x faster than traditional workflows.
Farsoon Unveils Two New Large-Format Metal 3D Printers — Up to 1,440 cm³/h Build Rate
Chinese manufacturer Farsoon launches FS812M-U and FS1311M-U at TCT Asia 2026, with the larger model featuring 1,310 x 1,310mm build area and 16-laser configuration.
Researchers Develop Aluminum Alloy 70% Stronger Than Standard for Metal 3D Printing
University College London and Brunel University London engineer custom aluminum alloy PA1 that achieves 191 MPa yield strength in directed energy deposition, outpacing industry-standard AlSi10Mg.
3D Printing Daily — Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
FreeCAD 1.1 drops with major assembly upgrades, Bambu Lab settles the Labubu IP dispute, and the US Army expands 3D printed barracks at Fort Bliss.
Milan Bergamo Airport Unveils Italy's First 3D Printed Building — Built in Just 7 Days
WASP's Crane WASP 3D printer constructed the Ol Casél service building at Milan Bergamo Airport in only 7 days, marking a first for Italian aviation.
FreeCAD 1.1 Released — Brings Major Assembly Improvements and New CAM Tools
FreeCAD 1.1 delivers the biggest update in years with transparent Part Design previews, interactive draggers, improved Assembly and FEM workflows, and a new CAM tool library system.
Creality Files for Hong Kong IPO — Reveals 2.3B Revenue, 27.9% Global Market Share
The world's largest consumer 3D printer company by shipments has filed for Hong Kong listing, revealing strong financials and growing competition from Bambu Lab.
Velo3D Secures $9.8M Department of War Contract for 3D Printed Spare Parts
Velo3D wins $9.8M IDIQ contract to support DLA JAMA program for qualified additively manufactured spare and replacement parts.
Stratasys Joins US Department of War JAMA Program to Accelerate 3D Printed Military Parts
Stratasys Direct selected for DoW JAMA IV Pilot Parts Program to qualify and deploy 3D printed parts across military platforms.
Italy's First 3D Printed Airport Building Opens at Milan Bergamo
Milan Bergamo Airport has unveiled 'Ol Casél' — the first 3D printed building in Italy's aviation sector, completed in just 19 days using WASP's concrete 3D printing technology.
Maker Builds Fully-Functional 3D Printer Using 92% LEGO Bricks
A maker has built a working 3D printer made almost entirely of LEGO bricks — the first to use standard bricks rather than Technic parts. It printed a Benchy in 90 minutes.
FreeCAD 1.1 Released — The Open-Source CAD Upgrade You've Been Waiting For
FreeCAD 1.1 brings transparent Part Design previews, interactive draggers, improved Assembly and FEM tools, and a new CAM library — the biggest update yet for open-source CAD.
Haddy MicroFactory Interview: From Disney's Jungle Cruise to the Future of On-Demand Furniture
We spoke with Haddy VP Erin Smith about the company's robotic MicroFactory model, their Disney Imagineering collaboration, and why digital manufacturing is the future of furniture.
Who's the Biggest in 3D Printing, March 2026: Market Leaders and Industry Valuation Tracker
Our monthly look at the 3D printing industry valuation leaderboard — which companies are leading, who's rising, and what moved markets this week.
Consumer Resin 3D Printing Faces Growing Safety Scrutiny — And Potential Liability Crisis
As resin 3D printers flood the consumer market, experts warn of toxic exposure risks and potential future liability for manufacturers and retailers.
Aerospace Giant IHI Bets on Freemelt E-Beam 3D Printing for Next-Gen Turbine Alloys
Japanese engineering conglomerate IHI has purchased its third Freemelt electron-beam powder bed fusion system, betting on E-PBF to develop novel high-temperature alloys for jet engines and space components.
Meshy AI Lands Inside Bambu Lab's MakerWorld — Turn Any Photo Into a Print-Ready Model in Minutes
Bambu Lab's MakerWorld now hosts Meshy's AI image-to-3D tool, letting users generate print-ready models from photos with zero CAD experience required.
3D Printing News Briefs: Farsoon's New Large-Format Metal AM Systems, WAAM3D Distribution Deal, and IMPLANET FDA Clearance
Farsoon unveils two new large-format metal AM printers at TCT Asia, MULTISTATION signs exclusive France distribution deal with WAAM3D, and IMPLANET wins FDA clearance for 3D printed spinal implants.
3D Printing Daily — Monday, March 30
Prusa MMU3 firmware boost, 3D printed sneakers, TPU tested to destruction, and why heat-set insert datasheets might be wrong — your Monday briefing.
Sculpteo Launches Professional 3D Scanning Service for Reverse Engineering
Sculpteo expands its additive manufacturing offerings with a new professional 3D scanning service, enabling companies to digitize complex objects with industrial-grade accuracy.
3D Printing Daily — Sunday, March 29th, 2026
Fraunhofer multi-metal rocket printing, TCT Asia scale, Prusa MMU3 speed boost, Bambu Lab AI imaging, and more from the last 24 hours.
Millennium Machines 2026 Update: SMRRF 2026 Showcases New Prototypes
LDO Motors-sponsored coverage reveals what Millennium Machines is working on in 2026, including a 4th axis Spit Roast, 7" touchscreen pendant, and 4 Pack tool changer prototypes.
Can 3D Printing Rescue a 25-Year-Old KitchenAid Mixer? One Maker's Quest
A YouTuber takes on the ultimate repair challenge: bringing a vintage KitchenAid stand mixer back from the dead using 3D printed replacement parts and creative problem-solving.
Prusa MMU3 Gets Massive Speed Boost — New Firmware Cuts Filament Swap Times by 9 Seconds
Prusa has pushed a firmware update for the MMU3 that cuts filament change times by up to 9 seconds per swap — enough to shave hours off complex multi-color prints.
Adidas Debuts 3D Printed Basketball Shoe, Worn by Top NBA Draft Prospect
Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson wore an unnamed Adidas 3D printed basketball shoe publicly -- the first look at the brand Project R.A.P. for additive manufacturing in on-court performance footwear.
AtomForm Palette 300 Brings 12 Nozzles and 36 Colors to Desktop 3D Printing
The Palette 300 packs 12 dedicated nozzles into a single desktop machine, letting you print up to 36 colors and 12 materials without purging — and it costs just $2,199.
Adidas Debuts Project R.A.P. — A 3D Printed Basketball Shoe Built for Performance
Adidas has unveiled Project R.A.P., a 3D printed basketball sneaker built around a new platform for performance sports footwear. No name for the shoe yet — but it is coming this year.
Meshy 6 Brings AI Image-to-3D to MakerWorld — Turn Any Photo Into a Print-Ready Model
Meshy's AI image-to-3D tool is now live inside Bambu Lab's MakerWorld, letting any MakerLab user upload a photo and get a full-color 3MF file in under two minutes — no CAD experience needed.
Oil Stick Keeps 3D Printers Running for a Year — Here's Why It Works
Oil Stick is changing how makers maintain their 3D printers — a solid lubricant stick that claims to keep machines running smoothly for up to a year per application.
Beretta and Sturm, Ruger: What the Gun Industry's Biggest Merger Battle Means for 3D Printing
Two iconic firearms manufacturers are in a takeover battle with real implications for the 3D printing industry — here's why it matters.
Hitem3D Becomes Callable via OpenClaw Skills, Enabling Structured Image-to-3D Generation
Hitem3D has been integrated into OpenClaw as a callable Skill, allowing AI agents to generate 3D models from images through structured workflows.
3D Printing Daily — Saturday, March 28th, 2026
Resin safety concerns, AMPOWER growth report, TCT Asia highlights, and more in today's 3D printing news.
TCT Asia 2026: Chinas AM Industry Hits Scale — 256 Lasers, Consumer Electronics, Production Mode
With 44,000+ visitors and 550 exhibitors across 55,000 sqm, TCT Asia 2026 proved Chinas AM industry has moved beyond prototyping into full-scale production. Key takeaways: Eplus3D teased a 256-laser metal printer, titanium costs collapsed 70%, and metal AM is now entering consumer electronics supply chains.
Nike Air Works Returns With 3D Printed Air Max — 8 Global Designers Creating Custom Sneakers
Nike revives its experimental Air Works R&D program, inviting designers from 8 cities worldwide to create 3D printed Air Max sneakers via Zellerfeld. Limited friends and family drops lead into Air Max Day 2027.
Nike Launches Air Works — 8 Global Designers to Create 3D Printed Air Max Sneakers
Nike unveils Air Works R&D program inviting designers from Beijing, London, LA, Mumbai, New York, Paris, Shanghai, and Tokyo to create 3D printed Air Max sneakers, launching as limited friends and family editions leading into Air Max Day 2027.
Creality Ender 3 V3 SE Drops to Record Low $186 on Amazon — Best Budget 3D Printer Deal of 2026?
Amazon has slashed the Creality Ender 3 V3 SE to just $186 — its lowest price ever. This direct-drive beginner printer with auto bed-leveling is now cheaper than ever before.
Legacy Effects Uses Bambu Lab X1C for Superman 2025 — Hollywood 3D Printing Comes of Age
US visual effects studio Legacy Effects integrated Bambu Lab X1C 3D printers mid-production into Superman 2025, achieving faster iteration, lighter stunt suits, and camera-ready parts with zero on-set failures.
Consumer Resin 3D Printing Faces Growing Safety and Liability Concerns
As resin 3D printing moves into mainstream consumer hands, experts warn of potential health risks and future liability issues that could reshape the industry.
Velo3D Q4 2025: Record $31M Backlog as Defense Contracts Drive Production Pivot
Velo3D posts $46M annual revenue with $31M backlog as defense and aerospace customers shift from testing to production. Net loss persists at $71.4M but company sees path to profitability.
Scrap Labs Unveils SCRAP 1 — The First Desktop Metal 3D Printer Under $10,000
Scrap Labs launches the SCRAP 1, a DIY metal LPBF printer kit priced at just $9,600 — potentially opening metal 3D printing to small shops and hobbyists.
Aconity3D Launches Multi-Material Welding Head for AconityWIRE Metal 3D Printing
Germany's Aconity3D introduces a new multi-material welding head enabling up to three different wire materials within a single build, targeting production and repair applications.
Consumer Resin 3D Printing Faces Growing Safety and Liability Concerns
Industry experts warn that consumer resin 3D printing could face serious health and liability risks as the technology becomes more mainstream.
Hyperion Systems Patents Revolutionary Extrusion System That Separates Motion From Hot End
Australian company Hyperion Systems has developed a new extrusion architecture that decouples the hot end from the motion system, potentially solving long-standing challenges in large-format 3D printing.
Rapid Fusion Targets €1M Italian Expansion Through Exclusive Aivox Partnership
Exeter-based large-format AM company Rapid Fusion signs exclusive agreement with Italian consultancy Aivox to expand into the Italian market, targeting architecture, fashion, medtech, and naval sectors.
DEEP Manufacturing Expands Into Houston With New 50,000 Sq Ft WAAM Facility
DEEP Manufacturing opens a 50,000 sq ft Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing facility in Houston, Texas, as part of a $10M US investment. Targeting energy, defense, and maritime sectors.
ART Wins DLA JAMA Contract for 3D Printed Defense Parts
Virginia-based Applied Rapid Technologies wins prime contractor designation under Defense Logistics Agency's Joint Additive Manufacturing Acceptance program for flight-safety-critical parts.
Florida Opens Door for 3D Printed Seawalls — New Law Paves Way for Living Shoreline Tech
Governor DeSantis signed legislation on March 19 that makes it easier to approve living shoreline projects, opening doors for 3D printed coastal protection structures.
Florida's New Coastal Protection Law Opens Door for 3D Printed Seawalls
Florida's new coastal protection law signed by Governor DeSantis creates opportunities for 3D printed living seawalls and nature-based solutions. KIND Designs is leading the charge.
Would You Wear 3D Printed Shoes? FORMISM by SCRY Tests the Answer
FORMISM by SCRY and Bambu Lab release 3D printed shoe designs for everyday wear — 1,000+ downloads later, is the world finally taking printed footwear seriously?
LEAP 71 and The Exploration Company Partner for Five Years to Design Rocket Engines With AI
LEAP 71 and The Exploration Company sign a five-year partnership to use AI-powered Noyron RP for designing rocket propulsion systems — compressing months of iteration into weeks.
FORMISM by SCRY: How 3D Printed Shoes Are Going Mainstream on MakerWorld
Bambu Lab and FORMISM have released 10 open-source 3D printed shoe models — with 5,000+ downloads and wear testing proving everyday comfort is finally achievable.
3D Printing Daily — Friday, March 27
Prusa MMU3 gets a speed boost, Bambu Lab adds AI image-to-3D, and OPPO uses 3D printing to kill the foldable crease.
University of Oklahoma and Oak Ridge Win $8.8M to Speed Up Defense 3D Printing Certification
OU and Oak Ridge National Laboratory secure $8.8M to streamline 3D printed parts certification for U.S. Air Force aircraft — cutting through a major bottleneck in defense additive manufacturing.
AML3D Secures $9.9M Navy Contract — 4 ARCEMY X Systems for Newport News Shipbuilding
Australian metal AM company AML3D lands $9.9M order from HII for four ARCEMY X systems, bringing total to six at Newport News Shipbuilding.
Maker Turns 3D Printed PLA Parts Into Cast Iron Wrenches Using Microwave
DIY maker demonstrates how to convert 3D printed PLA parts into solid cast iron objects using a microwave and sand casting technique.
AML3D Secures $9.9M ARCEMY X Order From HII for U.S. Navy Shipbuilding
Australian metal additive manufacturing company AML3D secures AU$9.9M order from U.S. defense contractor HII for four ARCEMY X large-scale metal 3D printing systems to be deployed at Newport News Shipbuilding.
IBM Patents Smarter Hollow Fill — Turning Empty Space Into Engineered Features
IBM's new patent turns unused hollow cavities in 3D prints into engineered features like channels and mounting points — potentially reducing material waste while adding functionality.
8 Reasons Hospitals Are Adopting 3D Printing in 2026
From custom implants to surgical prep models, hospitals are bringing 3D printing in-house — and the benefits go way beyond convenience.
Spanish Hospital Cuts Therapy Equipment Costs by 97.6% With 3D Printing
La Candelaria University Hospital in Tenerife is producing custom hand rehabilitation tools for 56 euros per batch using 3D printing, down from 2,316 euros through traditional suppliers.
BASF Starts Up World First Industrial-Scale 3D Printed Catalyst Plant
BASF has launched the world first production plant for 3D printed catalysts at its Ludwigshafen site, using X3D technology.
LEAP 71 and HBD Unveil 200 kN 3D Printed Aerospike Rocket Engine at TCT Asia
Dubai-based LEAP 71 and Shanghai manufacturer HBD have produced a 200 kN thrust aerospike rocket engine 3D printed as a single piece in 289 hours.
Sculpteo Launches Professional 3D Scanning Service
Sculpteo expands its service portfolio with professional 3D scanning, supporting reverse engineering, 3D printing, injection moulding and replacement part projects.
3D Systems Achieves Full-Scope EU Medical Device Certification
3D Systems becomes first in industry to achieve full-scope certification under EU MDR 2017/745, enabling European launch of NextDent jetted denture solution.
3D Printing Daily — Friday, March 27th, 2026
Today's 3D printing news: Velo3D posts record $31M backlog with defense driving growth, Prusa MMU3 gets 20% speed boost, and more from the industry.
MOVA AtomForm Palette 300 Debuts Automatic 12-Nozzle Multicolor 3D Printing System
MOVA launches AtomForm Palette 300 with 12 auto-swapping nozzles — desktop multicolor printing gets a massive upgrade with true parallel color capability.
Spanish Hospital Cuts Therapy Equipment Costs by 97.6% With 3D Printing
La Candelaria University Hospital in Tenerife is producing custom hand rehabilitation tools for €56 per batch instead of €2,316 through traditional suppliers.
3D Printing Daily — Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Prusa MMU3 gets massive speed boost, Bambu Lab brings AI image-to-3D to MakerWorld, Polymaker goes direct in Europe, and more.
Scrap Labs Unveils SCRAP 1: The First True Desktop Metal 3D Printer Under $10,000
Colorado-based Scrap Labs launches SCRAP 1, a DIY metal LPBF kit priced at $9,600—significantly cheaper than industrial metal 3D printers that cost hundreds of thousands.
Velo3D Posts 2025 Results, Wins $32.6M Defense Contract and Plans 400 Production Systems by 2035
Velo3D grew 2025 revenue to $46M, pivots to defense sector (now 56% of revenue), and announces ambitious plan to scale to ~400 production systems over the next decade.
3D Systems Achieves Full EU MDR Certification — NextDent Denture Launching in Europe This Summer
3D Systems has received full-scope certification under the EU Medical Device Regulation 2017/745, clearing the way for the European launch of its NextDent Jetted Denture Solution targeted for summer 2026.
IBM Patents Smarter Hollow Fill — Turns Empty Cavities Into Engineered Features
IBM has filed a new patent that transforms empty 3D printed cavities into engineered features instead of unused air, potentially revolutionizing lightweight 3D printed part design.
Formlabs Enters the Service Bureau Business — Form Now Delivers Industrial Parts in 2 Days From $20
Formlabs launches Form Now, an on-demand 3D printing service offering industrial-grade SLA and SLS parts with two-day delivery across the US, starting at just $20 per part.
Formlabs Enters the Print Service Business — Launching Form Now for On-Demand Parts
Formlabs launches Form Now, an on-demand 3D printing service offering professional SLA and SLS parts in as little as 3 days — direct to consumer and businesses.
Sculpteo Launches Professional 3D Scanning Service for Reverse Engineering and Manufacturing
Sculpteo expands its offerings with a new professional 3D scanning service, enabling companies to digitise complex objects for reverse engineering, prototyping, and on-demand manufacturing.
Agnikul Tests Agnite — The Rocket Engine That Can Be 3D Printed in Just 7 Days
Indian spacetech startup Agnikul Cosmos successfully tests a 1-metre booster engine 3D printed as a single piece from Inconel — at one-tenth the cost of conventional manufacturing.
Agnikul Test-Fires World's Largest 3D Printed Rocket Engine Built in Just 7 Days
Indian space startup Agnikul Cosmos successfully test-fires Agnite, the largest single-piece 3D-printed booster engine, manufactured in just 7 days—a 97% reduction from traditional methods.
LPBF Prints Zinc–Silver–Copper Alloys For Biodegradable Implants
New research uses laser powder bed fusion to 3D print zinc–silver–copper alloys with promising cytocompatibility for future biodegradable medical implants.
3D Printing Daily — Thursday, March 26th, 2026
MOVA Palette 300 goes official, Scrap Labs enters the metal AM race, and a practical guide to fixing ghosting artifacts.
3DMakerPro Raven Series: Professional LiDAR Scanning for Under $2,000
3DMakerPro launches Raven and Raven Max LiDAR scanners starting at $1,699 — bringing professional-grade spatial scanning within reach of independent creators and small studios.
HP Webinar Explores Where Industrial Filament 3D Printing Fits in Production
HP announces March 31 webinar showcasing their new high-temperature industrial filament platform designed for production use, challenging the notion that filament cant compete with powder-based systems.
3D Printing Daily — Wednesday, March 25
Adidas goes 3D-printed for basketball, Prusa drops a massive MMU3 firmware update, and Polymaker expands across Europe — your daily dose of 3D printing news.
Scrap Labs Unveils SCRAP 1 — Ultra-Low-Cost Metal 3D Printer
Scrap Labs announces SCRAP 1, aiming to bring metal LPBF to the masses at a breakthrough price point.
Industrial Additive Manufacturing Sees Renewed Growth — AMPOWER Report 2026 Shows 5.6% Increase
AMPOWER Report 2026 reveals 5.6% growth in industrial additive manufacturing after 2024 stagnation, with military OEMs and startups driving 20%+ growth over four years.
Tethon 3D Acquires Fortify IP to Target RF and Defense Applications
Tethon 3D expands advanced materials portfolio with Fortify RF and composite technologies for defense sector.
Bambu Lab Brings AI Image-to-3D to MakerWorld — Turn Any Photo Into a Printable Model in Minutes
Meshy 6 AI image-to-3D tool now fully integrated into MakerLab — users can convert any photo into a print-ready 3D model in minutes.
PiGRAND: New AI Framework Uses Graph Neural Networks to Model 3D Printing Heat Transfer
Researchers at Leipzig University introduce PiGRAND, a physics-informed graph neural diffusion framework for intelligent additive manufacturing heat modeling.
Creality Patents Cleaner FFF Material Changes for Multi-Nozzle Systems
New Creality patents describe swappable multi-nozzle modules and telescoping filament buffers to reduce contamination during material changes.
Adidas Project R.A.P. Debuts 3D Printed Basketball Shoe Worn During March Madness
Adidas unveils its first 3D printed basketball shoe under Project R.A.P., worn by Kansas Jayhawks guard Darryn Peterson during March Madness.
70% of AM Professionals Say Post-Processing Cant Scale With Production — 2026 Survey Reveals
New survey from PostProcess Technologies finds 70% of AM professionals doubt their post-processing can scale with production. Time and labor costs remain the biggest constraints.
NASA and FAA Propose Computer Simulations to Fast-Track Metal 3D Printed Aviation Parts
A new 195-page strategy document from NASA and the FAA proposes using computational modeling to cut the time and cost of certifying metal 3D printed aerospace components — currently $1M+ and 18 months per material combo.
BLT Reaches 100,000 Copper 3D Printed Parts Milestone — What This Means for Metal AM
Xi'an Bright Laser Technologies crosses 100,000 copper alloy parts on its BLT-S400 — proving industrial-scale metal AM is ready for high-volume production in data centers and electronics.
3DMakerPro Raven Series Brings Professional LiDAR Scanning to Creators at $1,699
New Raven and Raven Max scanners bridge the gap between hobbyist phone LiDAR and expensive industrial solutions.
The Exploration Company Licenses LEAP 71's Noyron RP for Next-Gen Rocket Engines
Five-year partnership will use AI-driven computational engineering to accelerate rocket engine design and testing.
Würth Additive Group & B9Creations Partner to Accelerate Production-Scale 3D Printing
Strategic partnership announced at AMUG 2026 combines B9Creations production technology with Würth Digital Inventory Services for on-demand manufacturing.
KRICT Develops 4D Printed Sulfur Polymers for Soft Robotics
South Korean research institute creates 4D printed sulfur polymers with shape memory, enabling self-powered soft robots from industrial byproducts.
UCSF and Biohub Develop New Material for More Consistent Lab-Grown Organs
Researchers create alginate-Matrigel mixture that solves bioprinting consistency problems, enabling better organoid growth for drug testing and research.
3D Printing Daily — Tuesday, March 24th, 2026
Farsoon unveils a 16-laser metal 3D printer with 1.3m build volume, Bambu Lab opens China first 3D printing creativity center for kids, and more.
TCT Asia 2026: China's AM Industry Ready for Scale
At TCT Asia 2026, China's additive manufacturing industry showed it's no longer experimental — it's commercial and in motion with 55,000 sqm of exhibitors.
Aconity3D Introduces Multi-Material WireDED for Industrial Production
Aconity3D launches multi-material WireDED system capable of printing with 3 different materials in a single build, targeting aerospace, automotive, and MRO applications.
Würth and B9Creations Partner at AMUG 2026 to Solve Distributed 3D Printing Quality
Strategic partnership aims to address quality gaps in distributed 3D printed spare parts.
Jamaica Customs Detaining All 3D Printers at Border Over Ghost Gun Fears
Jamaica Customs Agency has implemented a new policy requiring detention of all 3D printers imported into the country pending end-use verification.
Hexagon Slashes Geomagic Freeform Entry Cost by 66% With New Subscription Model
Hexagon unlocks professional 3D design for more creators with significantly lower barrier to entry.
NASA and FAA Propose Computer Simulations to Cut Metal 3D Printing Certification Time and Cost
A new 195-page strategy document from NASA and the FAA proposes using computational modeling to reduce the time and cost of certifying metal 3D printed aviation components.
BLT Reaches 100,000 Copper Part Milestone With Industrial-Grade Additive Manufacturing
BLT achieves major copper additive manufacturing milestone on BLT-S400 eight-laser powder bed fusion system, proving industrial-grade copper AM is practical.
BLT Reaches 100,000 Copper Part Milestone With Industrial Metal 3D Printing
Bright Laser Technologies achieves 100,000 copper part milestone using BLT-S400 eight-laser powder bed fusion system, proving industrial-grade copper AM is viable.
Metal 1.0 Brings True LPBF Metal 3D Printing to the Desktop for Under €10,000
Metal-Base launches Kickstarter campaign for €8,500 desktop LPBF metal 3D printer, making industrial metal printing accessible to small businesses and makers.
Rutgers Develops Dual Digital Twin System to Protect 3D Printing From Cyberattacks
Rutgers researchers have created a digital twin framework that keeps AM production running during cyberattacks.
Polymaker Expands Direct-to-Consumer Webshop to UK, France, Germany, Poland, Czechia, and Spain
Major filament manufacturer Polymaker opens direct-to-consumer webshop to six new European markets, offering faster shipping, localized service, and direct access to high-performance filaments.
NASA and FAA Propose Computer Simulations to Speed Up Metal 3D Printed Aviation Parts Certification
NASA and FAA release 195-page strategy document proposing computational modeling to cut certification time and costs for metal 3D printed aerospace components.
Polymaker Expands Direct-to-Consumer Webshop to UK, France, Germany, Poland, Czechia, and Spain
Polymaker has expanded its direct-to-consumer webshop to six additional European markets, giving customers in the UK, France, Germany, Poland, Czechia, and Spain direct access to the companys official filament store.
3D Printed Heart Attack Sensor Costs Just 17 Cents — University of Brighton Breakthrough
Researchers develop ultra-low-cost electrochemical sensor platform capable of detecting heart attack protein biomarkers in blood serum.
Prusa MMU3 Gets Massive Speed Boost — New Firmware Slashes Filament Change Times by 60%
Prusa Research releases major firmware update for MMU3 multi-material unit, delivering dramatic speed improvements ahead of INDX system launch.
DreamPartGen Brings Part-Aware Text-to-3D — New Research Makes AI-Generated Models Actually Printable
New research introduces part-level understanding to text-to-3D generation, addressing a critical gap where AI models struggle to create coherent multi-part objects.
Prusa MMU3 Gets Massive Speed Boost
Prusa releases major firmware update for MMU3 multi-material unit significantly reducing filament change times.
Prusa Open Community License Has Major Legal Gaps Says Expert
Legal analysis finds Prusa Researchs Open Community License has undefined terms and structural problems.
Liqcreate Separation Model: Dental Resin That Eliminates the Need for Separating Agents
Liqcreate launches a groundbreaking dental resin with built-in non-adhesion properties, eliminating the need for separate separating agents in orthodontic workflows.
Metal Powder Works Secures First NATO Defence Contract via UK MOD Project TAMPA
Metal Powder Works partners with AMS to deliver 3D printed titanium components for the UK Ministry of Defences Project TAMPA, marking the companys first NATO defence engagement.
Sperra Deploys First Full-Scale 3D Printed Concrete Gravity Anchor for Floating Solar
Sperra successfully deploys first full-scale 3D concrete printed gravity anchor for floating solar at EDP's test site in Portugal.
DEEP Manufacturing Opens Houston Facility — Accelerating Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing in the U.S.
British WAAM specialist DEEP Manufacturing opens Houston facility in May, a year ahead of schedule, investing $10M in U.S. advanced manufacturing.
Legal Analysis Finds Major Ambiguities in Prusa Research Open Community License
Licensing lawyer Kyle E. Mitchell's line-by-line analysis of Prusa's OCL finds undefined terms, unclear commercial restrictions, and potential legal pitfalls.
Aconity3D Launches Multi-Material Welding Head for Wire-Based 3D Printing
Aconity3D releases new multi-material welding head for its AconityWIRE directed energy deposition platform, enabling industrial-scale multi-material metal printing.
Tethon 3D Acquires Fortify IP Portfolio to Strengthen Ceramics and RF Materials Platform
Tethon 3D acquires intellectual property from defunct 3DFortify, gaining patents for anisotropic composite structures and advanced dielectric materials for RF and mmWave applications.
Tethon 3D Acquires Fortify IP Assets — Strengthening Advanced Ceramic Materials Platform
Tethon 3D has acquired a strategic portfolio of intellectual property assets from Fortify, adding patents for anisotropic composite structures and advanced material processing methods.
Stratasys TrueDent Becomes First 3D Printed Denture System to Earn CE Class IIa Certification
Stratasys has achieved CE Class IIa certification for its TrueDent resin portfolio — the first high-aesthetic, single-material 3D printed denture system to earn this designation in Europe.
TV's Scarpetta Suggests We Can 3D Print Full Human Organs — Reality Is Not Yet
Amazon Prime's new series Scarpetta depicts 3D bioprinted organs, but real-world bioprinting is still years away from the fiction. Here's where the science actually stands.
PostProcess Technologies 5th Edition Report Reveals Post-Processing Challenges for 2026
New industry report shows 70% of AM professionals doubt their post-processing methods can scale with production growth. Safety and sustainability emerge as top priorities.
Lyten Opens Second European Industrial Hub in Poland — Lithium-Sulfur Batteries Scale Up
Lyten announces its second European industrial hub in Gdańsk, Poland, expanding lithium-sulfur battery production alongside former Northvolt facilities in Sweden.
PostProcess Technologies 5th Edition Report Reveals Post-Processing Challenges for 2026
Survey of 3D printing professionals shows 70% doubt their post-processing can keep pace with growing production volumes.
3D Printing Daily — Monday, March 23rd, 2026
BMF launches micro-precision desktop 3D printers, study reveals polymer degradation concerns, and community buzz on Reddit — your daily dose of 3D printing news.
Brothers Convicted of Running 3D Printed Ghost Gun Factory — Face Up to 30 Years
Brandon and Justin Nudelman convicted in federal court for running a ghost gun operation using 3D printers to manufacture untraceable firearm frames.
3D Printing Daily — Sunday, March 22nd, 2026
Your daily dose of 3D printing news: ETH Zurich breakthrough in bioprinting, ICON partners with PALFINGER for construction scale-up, and more.
ICON Partners With PALFINGER to Bring Titan Construction 3D Printer to Heavy Industry
Construction 3D printing pioneer ICON partners with Austrian crane specialist PALFINGER to scale large-scale 3D printing for mainstream construction use.
ETH Zurich Creates First 3D Printed Ear Cartilage That Matches Natural Tissue Properties
Swiss researchers at ETH Zurich have achieved a breakthrough in bioprinting, creating lab-grown ear cartilage that matches the mechanical properties of natural tissue.
3D Printing Daily — Saturday, March 21st
Your daily summary of the latest in 3D printing — BMF launches micro-precision S150 series, Ghana eyes 3D printed vessels, and more.
America Makes CATACS Winners Announced — RTX and Colorado School of Mines Lead $1.3M Defense Corrosion Study
America Makes announces RTX Technology Research Center and Colorado School of Mines as winners of the $1.3M CATACS project to establish standardized corrosion testing for metal 3D printed defense components.
America Makes Extends 6M PADAM 2.0 Project Call Deadline to April 8th
America Makes and NCDMM have extended the proposal deadline for the Powder Alloy Development for Additive Manufacturing 2.0 project call to give applicants more time.
WSU Researchers Develop 3D Printed Heart That Beats Like the Real Thing
Washington State University researchers created a 3D printed heart model that actually contracts and beats, giving surgeons a realistic way to practice procedures on a beating heart.
US Army SPARTA Drone: The 3D-Printed ISR Aircraft Built by Soldiers, For Soldiers
The Army Research Laboratory has developed SPARTA — a sub-$1,000 3D-printed drone designed for rapid ISR missions. Built with direct Soldier input, prototypes reached the field within months.
Royal3D Launches Interlayer Control System — Thermal Monitoring for Industrial 3D Printing Quality
Dutch service provider Royal3D introduces thermal monitoring system that tracks interlayer temperatures in real-time during 3D printing.
Ghana Eyes 3D Printing to Replace Aging Wooden Boat Fleet — Could Transform West African Maritime Manufacturing
Ghana Maritime Authority is in talks with Nigerian company RusselSmith to build 3D printed vessels up to 12 meters long, marking a potential shift for West African shipbuilding.
Study Compares CNC, SLM, and Metal Extrusion for UAV Component Manufacturing
New research measures environmental and economic tradeoffs of CNC milling, Selective Laser Melting, and metal extrusion for VTOL UAV components.
WASP 3D Prints Airport Services Building at Milan Bergamo — Completed in Just 7 Days
Construction 3D printing hits a practical milestone as WASP completes Ol Casél, a certified airport services building, in just 7 days of printing.
EX3D Prints Launches Distributed Manufacturing Network - Turn Your Idle 3D Printer Into a Production Node
Arizona startup EX3D Prints creates a marketplace connecting designers, hobbyist printer owners, and customers - turning millions of idle machines into a distributed production network.
PALFINGER and ICON Partner to Bring Large-Scale Robotic 3D Printing to Heavy Industry
Austrian crane specialist PALFINGER joins forces with construction 3D printing pioneer ICON to expand robotic additive manufacturing into heavy industry applications.
BigTreeTech Releases BMCU v1.0.0 — New 3D Printing Controller Board Arrives
BigTreeTech has released version 1.0.0 of BMCU, their open-source 3D printing controller board. The release marks a significant milestone for the popular 3D printing electronics manufacturer.
Additive Manufacturing Emerges as Key Enabler for US Manufacturing Reshoring
New research reveals 36% of US manufacturing leaders are actively reshoring production, with additive manufacturing playing a critical role in building resilient domestic supply chains.
3D Scanning Just Got More Affordable — Here is What That Means for Your Projects
Professional-grade 3D scanners that once required six-figure budgets now start at just $467 — Revopoint Spring Sale brings industrial accuracy within reach of makers and pros alike.
3D Printed Airport Building Shows Where Construction AM Really Makes Sense
WASP has 3D printed a new airport services structure at Milan Bergamo Airport in just 7 days, demonstrating how construction 3D printing excels in high-security, high-value infrastructure projects.
BASF Starts Up World's First Industrial-Scale 3D Printed Catalyst Plant
BASF has commissioned the world's first production plant for 3D-printed catalysts at its Ludwigshafen site, using proprietary X3D technology to create catalysts with engineered geometries for improved performance.
WASP 3D Prints First Airport Service Building at Milan Bergamo — 7 Days of Printing, 19 Days Total
WASP's Crane construction 3D printer completed a new airport services building at Milan Bergamo in just 7 days of printing, demonstrating construction AM's value in high-security environments.
Sound Particles 3D Prints Employee Ears for Perfect Spatial Audio — Hollywood to Headphones
A Lisbon audio software company is 3D printing replicas of every employees ears, head, and torso to create personalized binaural audio that brings theater-quality spatial sound to regular headphones.
Spinal Elements Wins FDA Clearance for 3D Printed Ventana A ALIF Spinal Fusion System
Spinal Elements has received FDA 510(k) clearance for its 3D printed Ventana A Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion system, featuring a unique hinged architecture designed to maximize bone graft volume.
The Complete Guide to Dental Resin 3D Printers in 2026 — Market Worth $41B and Growing
The dental 3D printing market is exploding toward $41B by 2034. We breakdown the top resin printers dental labs are using today.
3D Printing Daily — Friday, March 20th, 2026
ICON partners with PALFINGER for construction 3D printing, BMF launches microArch S150, and Stratasys TrueDent goes European.
ELEGOO Brings Saturn 4 Ultra and More to RAPID + TCT 2026 — Booth 1215
ELEGOO returns to RAPID + TCT 2026 in Boston this April, showcasing their latest resin and FDM printers including the Centauri Carbon 2, Jupiter 2, and OrangeStorm Giga.
Axtra3D Brings Industrial Elastomers to North America — Plus New Workflow Hardware
Three new elastomer resins and a connected production workflow aim to move photopolymer 3D printing from prototyping to end-use parts.
Farsoon Launches 16-Laser Metal 3D Printer for Metre-Scale Components — 1440 cm³/h Build Rate
Farsoon debuts FS1311M-U at TCT Asia with 16-laser configuration and 1310×1310×1650mm build volume, targeting aerospace, automotive, and energy industries.
L3AD Launches Digital Factory Platform — 800+ Printer Network Makes Industrial 3D Printing Accessible
L3AD is transforming industrial 3D printing with a digital platform backed by 800+ printers, offering serial production without million-dollar infrastructure investments.
Study: Additive Manufacturing Can Compete With Injection Molding for Mass Customization
Peer-reviewed study from Sungkyunkwan University benchmarks AM processes against injection molding for low-volume, high-mix production.
UK Dental Lab Goes 95% Digital With Stratasys J5 DentaJet — Bant Dental Case Study
UK dental lab Bant Dental adopts Stratasys J5 DentaJet, achieving 95% digital workflow and major business surge.
MOVA AtomForm Debuts AutoForm Palette 300 With Automatic 12-Nozzle Swapping System
New multi-material 3D printer features automatic 12-nozzle swapping, supports 36 colors and 12 materials, claims 90% less filament waste.
Spinal Elements Wins FDA Clearance for 3D Printed Ventana A ALIF Spinal Implants
Spinal Elements gets FDA 510(k) clearance for 3D printed Ventana A lumbar interbody fusion system with unique hinged architecture.
SWISSto12 Opens 1,000m² Cleanroom for 3D Printed HummingSat Satellites
Swiss aerospace company SWISSto12 opens 1000sqm cleanroom to manufacture HummingSat geostationary satellites with proprietary 3D printed RF components.
Sound Particles 3D Prints Every Employee's Ears to Perfect Spatial Audio
Lisbon audio software company 3D prints replicas of all 17 employees' ears, heads, and torsos to develop personalized binaural audio technology for consumer headphones.
Deep Learning Co-Optimizes LPBF Titanium Gyroid Lattices — University of Birmingham Breakthrough
University of Birmingham researchers use deep learning to simultaneously optimize LPBF process parameters and titanium gyroid lattice design, enabling property-driven additive manufacturing.
Design Once, Print Anywhere: How CRAWLAGON Built a Digital-First RC Business With Bambu Lab
CRAWLAGON uses Bambu Lab printer farms to design and sell 3D printable rock crawling courses for RC vehicles — proving that desktop 3D printing can power real businesses.
3D Printing Daily — Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Apple LiTo brings AI 3D modeling to the masses, the $42 printer debate heats up, and more from the world of additive manufacturing.
Apple LiTo: The AI Model That Turns Photos Into 3D Objects — And Why 3D Printers Should Pay Attention
Apple has unveiled LiTo, an AI model that generates 3D objects from single images with realistic lighting. Here is why it matters for 3D printing.
The $42 3D Printer: When Budget Goes Too Far?
A new US$42 desktop 3D printer has entered the market, but at what cost to features and reliability?
GE Aerospace Invests €110 Million in European Additive Manufacturing Expansion
GE Aerospace is pouring over €110 million into European manufacturing sites in 2026, with a substantial portion dedicated to expanding additive manufacturing capabilities across five countries.
University of Mississippi Develops 3D Printed Wound Patches From Crustacean Shells — Could Transform Chronic Wound Treatment
Researchers at the University of Mississippi School of Pharmacy are 3D printing medicated wound patches using chitosan derived from crustacean shells, offering biodegradable treatment for chronic wounds like diabetic ulcers.
Sintavia Uses NVIDIA GPUs to 3D Print Aerospace Heat Exchanger in Just 2 Weeks
Sintavia cut aerospace heat exchanger design and validation from months to two weeks using NVIDIA RTX PRO 6000 Blackwell GPU, achieving 30% weight reduction and 20% better thermal efficiency.
Water-Breakable Resin Could Transform Injection Mold Tooling — ALTANA Cubic Ink Debuts New Material
ALTANA Cubic Ink launches water-breakable resin designed to simplify injection mold tooling — molds dissolve in water instead of requiring costly mechanical breaking.
Vision Transformers Could Make Real-Time 3D Printing Defect Detection Standard on Every Desktop Printer
Researchers from Louisiana State University and Auburn University develop AI-powered monitoring system that detects under-extrusion, over-extrusion, and voids in real-time using depth sensing and Vision Transformers.
New AI Method Identifies 3D Printed Parts Using CAD Models — No Retraining Required
Researchers from KU Leuven, Materialise, and Iristick have developed a CAD-based vision system that can identify 3D printed parts without retraining the AI model.
Researchers Use Microalgae to 3D Print Fish-Like Textures — Could Replace Real Seafood
Korean researchers have developed a 3D printing ink made from microalgae that can replicate the texture of fish like mackerel, flounder, and salmon.
Hobbyist Builds Working Shoulder-Mounted Guided Missile With $96 in Parts and a 3D Printer
A tech hobbyist has created a functional shoulder-mounted guided missile prototype using a 3D printer and just $96 in off-the-shelf components, complete with Wi-Fi guidance and ballistics calculations.
Stratasys TrueDent Dental Resins Achieve CE Class IIa Certification
Stratasys has become Europe's first 3D printed denture solution to achieve CE Class IIa medical device certification, opening broader clinical use across the continent.
NASA Successfully Tests 3D Printed Spring Mechanism in Low Earth Orbit
NASA JPL's 3D printed deployment mechanism successfully deployed aboard a commercial satellite, demonstrating how additive manufacturing can reduce cost and complexity for space antenna systems.
UK Care Homes Test 3D Printed Meals to Combat Malnutrition in Elderly
Spellman Care partners with University of Leeds to explore 3D printed texture-modified food for residents with swallowing difficulties — addressing a problem affecting 50% of care home residents.
Hanin LCD-L298 Brings Dual-Component Elastomer 3D Printing to TCT Asia
Chinese manufacturer Hanin debuts LCD-L298 elastomer 3D printer at TCT Asia with dual-component printing for footwear, electronics, and robotics.
3D Printed Brain Models Transforming Neurosurgical Planning at Ricoh 3D
Patient-specific 3D printed brain models from Ricoh 3D for Healthcare are helping surgeons visualize tumors and plan surgical approaches with unprecedented clarity.
Bambu Lab Officially Retires P1P — Full Support Guaranteed Through 2031
Bambu Lab retires the P1P after three years, but pledges five years of parts and support through 2031.
3D Printing Daily — Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Todays top stories: Washington passes ghost gun bill, BMF launches microArch S150, BENTU turns construction waste into furniture, and more.
ROBOZE Launches ARGO 500 HYPERSPEED MISSION READY — New Industrial 3D Printer for Aerospace and Defense
ROBOZE unveils the ARGO 500 HYPERSPEED MISSION READY, an industrial 3D printer designed for aerospace and defense sectors requiring on-demand production capabilities.
B9Creations and Würth Partner to Solve Quality Gap in Distributed 3D Printed Spare Parts
Strategic partnership combines B9Creations validated 3D printing technology with Würth global logistics to guarantee consistent part quality across any facility worldwide.
BMF Launches microArch S150 Series: Desktop Micro-Precision 3D Printers With 9x Faster Speeds
Boston Micro Fabrication unveils new microArch S150 Series with 25um resolution and up to 9x faster print speeds, targeting lab development and micro-production.
Washington State's HB 2320: 3D Printing Bill Advances While Broader Firearms Control Stalls
Washington's House Bill 2320 targeting 3D-printed firearms has passed the House and moves to the Senate, while a broader ghost gun control bill has stalled in committee.
BMF Launches microArch S150 Series: Desktop Micro-Precision 3D Printers with 9x Speed Boost
Boston Micro Fabrication unveils new microArch S150 Series with up to 9x faster print speeds and industrial-grade micron-level resolution for microfluidics, biomedical devices, and electronics.
BENTU Design 3D Prints Street Furniture From Demolished Urban Village Waste
Chinese studio BENTU turns construction rubble from demolished urban villages into 3D printed public furniture with up to 85% recycled content.
Washington State Passes HB 2320 to Combat 3D Printed Ghost Guns
Washington State legislators passed HB 2320, strengthening the state ghost gun law to address the growing threat of 3D-printed untraceable firearms.
Bambu Lab and meland Open China's First 3D Printing Creativity Center for Children
Bambu Lab partners with meland to open the first systematic 3D printing education center for children aged 5-12 in Shenzhen, featuring the Cyber Brick City installation.
Field-Assisted 3D Printing Creates Programmable Bonded Magnets With Custom Magnetic Properties
Researchers at Auckland University of Technology demonstrate field-assisted selective laser sintering that produces bonded magnets with locally programmable magnetic properties.
3D Printing Daily — Tuesday, March 17, 2026
MIT AI designs printable objects, Bitcoin-mining 3D printer turns heat into rewards, and more from the world of additive manufacturing.
3D Printing Daily — Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Today's top stories: Bambu Lab settles Pop Mart lawsuit, Texas A&M develops 10X energy-absorbing superfoam, and ROBOZE launches ARGO 500 for aerospace.
Bambu Lab and Pop Mart Settle Labubu IP Dispute — All Infringing Models Removed from MakerWorld
Bambu Lab and Pop Mart reach settlement over Labubu copyright dispute, avoiding April 2 court date. All 3D-printed Labubu models removed from MakerWorld platform.
Texas A&M and US Army Develop Super Foam With 3D Printed Struts That Absorbs 10X More Energy
Texas A&M researchers have created a hybrid foam using In-Foam Additive Manufacturing (IFAM) that can absorb up to 10 times more energy than conventional foam.
Maker 3D Prints Custom Lego-Compatible Train Bridge That Actually Works
After decades of Lego ignoring train bridges, one maker fired up their 3D printer and built their own fully-functional bridge with proper track geometry.
Mintion Launches V1 Filtration System for Desktop 3D Printers
Mintion releases an inexpensive filtration system with triple-layer protection (HEPA H13 + activated carbon) for desktop FFF printers, targeting VOCs and ultrafine particles.
Cairn Surgical 3D Printed Breast Cancer Locator Heads to FDA
Cairn Surgical submits De Novo 510(k) FDA application for 3D printed breast cancer tumor locator — 94% success rate in trials.
MIT Develops AI System That Designs Structurally Sound 3D Printable Objects
Researchers at MIT have created an AI system that can automatically design 3D printable objects optimized for structural integrity.
PrintPal Launches Free Browser-Based Tool Suite for 3D Printing Sellers
Chicago-based PrintPal releases over 15 browser tools for 3D printing hobbyists and sellers — no software installation required.
3D Printing Daily — Monday, March 16th, 2026
Apple accelerates 3D aluminum printing, LEAP71 builds worlds largest aerospike engine, Elegoo Spring sale hits 31% off, and more.
Researchers 3D Print Bioinspired Titanium Metamaterials That Absorb More Energy
Scientists use selective laser melting to create titanium lattice structures inspired by natural materials, achieving superior energy absorption.
Nikon AM Synergy Secures US Department of War Contract to Accelerate Aeronautical 3D Printing
Nikon AM Synergy wins DIU contract under FORGE program to replace casting with metal additive manufacturing for high-performance aeronautical components.
RAPID + TCT 2026: What to Know Before You Go
North America's largest additive manufacturing event makes its Boston debut April 13-16, 2026 — here's what to expect.
Apple Expanding 3D Printed Aluminum to iPhone — What It Means for AM
After titanium, Apple now targets aluminum 3D printing for iPhone and Apple Watch. The tech giant's expansion could trigger massive adoption across consumer electronics.
3D Printing Elves Overwhelmed After Teacher TikTok Goes Viral
California nonprofit 3D Printing Elves sees demand surge from 16,000 to thousands after a teacher's TikTok post praising their free 3D printed toys for schools.
3D Printing Daily — Sunday, March 15th, 2026
Snapmaker U1 pre-orders live, Elegoo Spring sale heats up, and chocolate 3D printing gets serious with a Prusa executive hire.
Clura Launches World First Smart Open Source 3D Printer Enclosure on Kickstarter
Clura brings HEPA filtration, air quality monitoring, and fire detection to desktop 3D printing with an open-source approach.
Dallas Emerges as America's New Drone and 3D Printing Capital
From defense contractors to additive manufacturing startups, North Texas is becoming the unlikely epicenter of America's drone revolution.
Ukrainian 3D Printed Interceptor Drones Race to Middle East — $1,000 Per Unit
Ukrainian-designed interceptor drones built with 3D printed components are being exported to US and Gulf states. The lowest-cost model costs just $1,000 apiece.
TCT Asia 2026 Returns to Shanghai — 550 Exhibitors, 40,000 Visitors Expected
The Asia-Pacifics largest 3D printing trade show returns to Shanghai March 17-19 with record-breaking numbers: 550 exhibitors across 55,000 sq m.
Scientists 3D Print Tungsten Carbide — One of the Hardest Metals on Earth
Researchers at Hiroshima University develop new additive manufacturing technique to 3D print tungsten carbide-cobalt, preserving extreme hardness while reducing material waste.
Chocolate 3D Printer Startup Cocoa Press Levels Up With Former Prusa Executive
Cocoa Press hires David Randolph, a 10-year Prusa manufacturing veteran, as the chocolate 3D printing startup scales up.
3D Printing Daily — Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Snapmaker U1 launches April 10, TCT Asia 2026 gears up for biggest show yet, and SMRRF 2026 highlights from the community.
Elegoo Spring Sale 2026: Save Up to 31% on FDM and Resin Printers — Prices Start at $154
Elegoo kicks off massive spring sale with discounts up to 31% on their entire lineup of FDM and resin 3D printers, with bulk filament deals available.
Shapeways Achieves ISO 14001 Certification — Positions for Growing Sustainable Manufacturing Demand
Shapeways achieves ISO 14001 environmental management certification, signaling growing importance of sustainability in additive manufacturing.
Intergalactic Uses Velo3D to 3D Print Aircraft Heat Exchanger Headers in Just Weeks
Aerospace supplier Intergalactic used Velo3D Sapphire XC to produce cabin air heat exchanger components in weeks instead of months, showing how metal AM accelerates aerospace development.
XTPL Sells First ODRA System to Silicon Valley — Ultra-Precise 3D Printing for Advanced Semiconductor Packaging
Poland-based XTPL sells first production-level ODRA system to Silicon Valley client for advanced semiconductor packaging. System priced at $400-500K, more than 2x their R&D Delta Printing System.
Addiguru Expands Metal AM Monitoring Partnerships With Renishaw, LISI Aerospace, and UK Research Centers
Multi-sensor monitoring company announces six collaborations to improve defect detection during metal 3D printing, potentially reducing CT scanning reliance.
Proof of Print: Engineer Replaces 3D Printer Heated Bed With Bitcoin Mining ASICs
North Dakota mechanic engineer embeds Bitcoin mining chips beneath 3D printer build plate — generates heat for printing while hashing at 500+ GH/s.
Future Form Adds HP Multi Jet Fusion to Precision Manufacturing Portfolio
50-year-old US manufacturer expands into plastic 3D printing, citing supply chain disruptions driving demand for domestic on-demand production.
3D Printing Daily — Friday, March 13th, 2026
Snapmaker U1 launches April 10th at $849, ESA Greta rocket passes tests, EPFL breakthrough in bone scaffolds, and more.
Saarland University 3D Prints Metallic Glass Motor Components for Higher Efficiency
European researchers are 3D printing motor components from metallic glass alloys to reduce energy losses in electric motors for drones and e-bikes. EU-backed project gets €3.5M funding.
Snapmaker U1 Launches April 10 at $849 — Four Toolheads Change the Multi-Color Game
Snapmaker U1 launches April 10 with a radical four-toolhead design that eliminates purge waste and promises 5x faster multi-color prints. Most funded Kickstarter 3D printer in history.
Snapmaker U1 Launches April 10 — Four Toolheads Change in 5 Seconds, Waste Down 80%
The most funded 3D printer in Kickstarter history launches April 10 at $849 with a radical approach to multi-color printing: four independent toolheads that physically swap in just 5 seconds.
AMUG Awards 2026 Scholarships to Student Pioneer and Educator Advancing Lightweight Structures
Abby Stamper and Dr. Li Yang receive Guy E. Bourdeau and Randy Stevens Scholarships at AMUG 2026 in Reno.
Why Recycling Your 3D Prints Is Still So Hard — And What's Being Done About It
Everyone wants to recycle their failed 3D prints, but the technical and logistical challenges are immense. Here's why.
Chinese Patent Filing Reveals Cheaper Way to Do Large Format Resin 3D Printing
New Chinese patent application describes a method to make large format resin 3D printing significantly more affordable.
Helio Additive and 3D-Fuel Partner on PCTG Optimization Tool — Makes Engineering-Grade Prints More Predictable
New 3D print optimization tool from Helio Additive promises to make PCTG prints more predictable and reliable for engineers.
EPFL Develops 3D Printable Bone Scaffolds That Become Load-Bearing in Just 7 Days
Swiss researchers create hydroxyapatite scaffolds using a room-temperature enzyme-driven process that achieves bone-like strength in one week.
Apple Reportedly Accelerating 3D Aluminum Printing — Could Transform iPhone and Apple Watch Manufacturing
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports Apple is expanding its use of additive manufacturing for aluminum components across more product lines.
Ireland Builds Its First 3D Printed Rocket Engine — Students Design, Metal AM Produces
University of Limerick student team ULAS HiPR has designed and is producing Ireland's first additively manufactured liquid rocket engine, named Lúin of Celtchar.
Researchers Achieve Breakthrough in 3D Printed NiTi Shape Memory Alloy Lattices — Promises Lightweight Aerospace Components
New research demonstrates laser powder bed fusion of NiTi TPMS sheet lattices with promising lightweight metrics for energy-absorbing and compliant structures.
Corpus Christi Army Depot 3D Prints UH-60 Black Hawk Fuel System Components — Cuts Months Off Lead Time
The Corpus Christi Army Depot is now 3D printing replacement tail fins for the UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter after OEM shortages left the military struggling to maintain its fleet.
U.S. Army Depot 3D Prints Replacement Fuel System Components for UH-60 Black Hawk Helicopters
Corpus Christi Army Depot in Texas now 3D prints replacement tail fins for Black Hawk fuel systems, cutting lead times after OEM supply shortages.
Aibuild Launches OS: The First Agentic AI Operating System for Autonomous Manufacturing
Aibuild OS introduces Digital Engineers that can autonomously execute multi-step workflows across CAD, CAE, and CAM software.
Volkmann and HP Partner on Contained Powder System for Metal Jet 3D Printers
HP Metal Jet S100 users now get a semi-automated powder handling solution with the new vPort system from Volkmann.
LEAP 71 and HBD Build World's Largest 3D Printed Aerospike Rocket Engine — 200kN Thrust
At one metre tall, the XRA-2E5 aerospike engine generates 20 tons of thrust and was printed as a single piece using Inconel 718 on a 10-laser metal 3D printer.
Bambu Lab Powers Innovation at UW-Madison: 20-Printer Fleet Transforms Engineering Education
The Design Innovation Lab at University of Wisconsin-Madison deployed 20 Bambu Lab X1 Carbon and X1E printers, replacing aging infrastructure with a high-speed, multi-material fleet that now serves thousands of students across engineering, art, and research.
3D Printing Daily — Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Big developments in construction 3D printing, defense manufacturing, and consumer electronics as Apple explores 3D printed aluminum.
JEC World 2026: Composites Meet Additive Manufacturing at the Worlds Largest Composites Event
With 45,000+ professionals from 100 countries descending on Paris, JEC World 2026 showcases how composites and 3D printing are converging in ways that could reshape manufacturing.
Antscan Project Creates World's Largest 3D Ant Library Using Particle Accelerator
Researchers used a synchrotron particle accelerator to scan 2,000 ant specimens in just one week, creating the world's largest 3D digital ant collection.
3D Printing Faces 3 Key Barriers to Defense Adoption — MILAM Summit Identifies Roadblocks
At the Military Additive Manufacturing Summit in Tampa, defense officials and industry leaders identified three critical challenges slowing AM adoption in military applications.
Apple Is Developing 3D Printed Aluminum for Future Apple Watch and iPhone Casings
Apple is expanding its additive manufacturing ambitions beyond titanium — the company is now developing 3D-printed aluminum techniques for future Apple Watch and iPhone enclosures.
Metalysis Secures €1M ESA Funding to Scale Sustainable Titanium Production for 3D Printing
UK-based Metalysis gets nearly €1M from ESA to scale its FFC titanium production process. Aims to create sustainable western supply chain for aerospace-grade titanium powders for 3D printing.
ACMI Deploys Worlds First AMCM M 8K Metal 3D Printer — Transforming US Aerospace Manufacturing
American Center for Manufacturing & Innovation becomes first organization worldwide to deploy the massive AMCM M 8K laser powder bed fusion system from EOS.
Addiguru Expands Monitoring Partnerships With Renishaw, Apex Additive, and Aerospace Industry
In-situ monitoring specialist Addiguru announces multiple new partnerships to advance adoption of multi-sensor quality control technology across aerospace and manufacturing sectors.
Booz Allen Partners With Andreessen Horowitz in $300M Deal — 3D Printing Goes Mainstream in Defense
Booz Allen Hamilton announces $300M partnership with Andreessen Horowitz to accelerate advanced technologies including 3D printing for national security missions.
MIT Launches Enterprise Additive Manufacturing Program at RAPID + TCT 2026
MIT Center for Advanced Production Technologies will run a 5-day intensive program blending campus instruction with hands-on industry immersion at North Americas leading 3D printing event.
Singapore 3D Prints Childcare Center Walls in Just Two Days
Woh Hup completes Singapore first: 3D printed walls for childcare center in 2 days, using 60% glass powder concrete mix to cut emissions in half.
ICON Opens Sales of Titan Construction 3D Printer — Builders Can Now Buy the System Directly
ICON launches Titan program, letting builders purchase its large-scale robotic construction systems for the first time. Walls as low as $20/sq ft.
GELITA Partners With Black Drop to Develop GelMA Bioinks for 3D Bioprinting
German collagen specialist GELITA partners with biotech company Black Drop to develop advanced GelMA bioinks for biomedical research and tissue engineering applications.
Creality CEO Jack Chen on IPO Plans: Desktop 3D Printing Could Reach 30-50% of Households
In an exclusive interview, Creality founder Jack Chen reveals the company's vision for the future of desktop 3D printing and why he believes the addressable market can keep expanding.
Texas A&M and US Army Develop Super Foam With 3D Printed Struts That Absorbs 10X More Energy
Researchers combine ordinary foam with 3D-printed elastomeric columns to create tunable impact protection for helmets and vehicle safety systems.
New Research Review Maps How Digital Twins Can Improve Resin 3D Printing Results
Researchers explore how digital twin technology can significantly improve resin 3D printing outcomes, though challenges remain in implementation.
GELITA Partners With Black Drop to Develop GelMA Bioinks for 3D Bioprinting Research
German collagen specialist GELITA teams up with biotech company Black Drop to develop novel GelMA bioinks for biomedical tissue models and implants.
3D Printing Daily — Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Pop Mart takes Bambu Lab to court, NASA deploys 3D-printed titanium spring in orbit, and Autodesk drops a game-changing AI tool.
German Company RPM Develops 3D Printed Lattice Padding for EOD Helmets — Better Protection, Less Weight
German company RPM has developed a 3D printed lattice padding system for explosive ordnance disposal helmets, replacing traditional foam with customizable lattice geometry for improved protection and ventilation.
Pop Mart Takes Bambu Lab to Shanghai Court Over Labubu IP — April Trial Set
Chinese toymaker Pop Mart is suing Bambu Lab in Shanghai court over knockoff Labubu 3D model files on MakerWorld. The trial starts April 2nd, and the outcome could reshape how 3D printing platforms handle user-uploaded content.
Material Prep Is the New Frontier: How Resonant Mixing Solves AM's Hidden Bottleneck
Montana Mixers argues the real bottleneck in additive manufacturing isn't the printer — it's what you feed it. Their resonant mixing technology promises faster, more consistent material processing.
NASA JPL 3D Printed Titanium Spring Deploys in Space
NASA JPL successfully deployed a 3D-printed titanium spring aboard the Mercury One satellite, combining five components into one part.
Breaking the $99 Barrier: When Will a True $100 3D Printer Arrive?
The $99 price point has long been the holy grail for consumer 3D printing. We examine what it would take to get there.
FusionMCP Brings Natural Language to CAD — AI Now Designs Precise Mechanical Parts in Fusion 360
New open-source tool lets Claude and other AI models control Autodesk Fusion 360 through natural language — opening CAD to anyone who can describe what they want.
Creality Patent Proposes Revolutionary Swappable Hotend System — Treats Filament Changes Like Tool Changes
A newly filed Creality patent describes a modular FFF printhead that treats filament changes like tool changes — switching entire melt zones instead of just swapping filaments.
3D Printing Daily — Tuesday, March 10th
Todays top stories: NASA flies 3D printed titanium spring, Autodesk Wonder 3D goes live, and the $99 3D printer barrier falls.
Breaking the $99 Barrier: The Future of Sub-$100 3D Printers
Could we soon see a real 3D printer priced under $100? Industry analysts examine the economics pushing prices lower.
Creality Patents Modular Multi-Nozzle System That Treats Filament Changes Like Tool Changes
New Creality patent describes a modular FFF printhead that could bring tool-changing capabilities to desktop 3D printers.
Nikon AM Signs US Defense Innovation Unit Contract to Solve Aeronautical Production Bottlenecks
Nikon Advanced Manufacturing partners with US Defense Innovation Unit to replace traditionally cast parts with metal 3D printed components.
America Makes Opens $35M Funding Call for Additive Manufacturing Projects
The additive manufacturing institute announces two major project calls worth $35M to modernize the Defense Industrial Base and qualify AM suppliers.
3D Systems Q4 2025: Healthcare and Aerospace Drive Strong Finish to Year
3D Systems closed 2025 with Q4 revenue of $106.3M, driven by 25% healthcare growth and 16% aerospace expansion. The company expects 20% aerospace growth in 2026.
Researchers 3D Print Ultra-Low Loss Photonic Chip Packaging — Achieves Record 0.78 dB Total Loss
Heidelberg University researchers use two-photon polymerization 3D printing to create photonic chip couplers with record-low losses, enabling scalable quantum and neuromorphic computing.
Autodesk Launches Wonder 3D — AI Tool Generates Editable 3D Assets From Text and Images
Autodesk Wonder 3D integrated into Flow Studio allows creators to generate production-ready 3D models from text prompts or images.
Dutch Precision Manufacturer Ter Hoek Diversifies With XJet 1400C Ceramic 3D Printing
Ter Hoek acquires XJet 1400C ceramic 3D printer to serve aerospace, semiconductor, and medical technology customers with geometrically complex ceramic components.
BMW Group Elevates 3D Printing With New Campus Head — 1.6M Components and Counting
Timo Göbel takes the helm at BMW Additive Manufacturing Campus as the automaker scales toward automated, digitally networked production and WAAM series production in 2027.
Pete Pharma Brings 3D Printed Drugs to Independent US Pharmacies via Atrium24 Partnership
Strategic partnership gives independent pharmacies access to on-demand 3D printed medications, potentially producing 2,000+ doses per hour.
3D Printing Daily — Tuesday, March 10th
Daily roundup of the latest in 3D printing: material innovations, industry news, community highlights, and more.
Perseus Materials Claims World's Fastest Composite Manufacturing With Self-Propagating Chemistry
Stanford spinout Perseus Materials develops continuous composite manufacturing using self-propagating chemical reactions, producing structural parts larger than the machine itself.
Kaneko Optical Launches UROKO — 3D Printed Eyewear Inspired by Japanese Ceramics
Japanese eyewear brand Kaneko Optical translates the surface language of Japanese ceramics into 3D printed eyewear for ISSEY MIYAKE MEN SS26.
Stratasys Achieves 22% Reliability Improvement on F900 Industrial 3D Printer
Industrial 3D printing leader Stratasys reports major reliability gains on its flagship F900 system, driven by manufacturing upgrades and customer feedback.
QC2A Desktop 3D Printer Brings Full-Color 3D Printing Under $10K
A new full-color 3D printer launches on Kickstarter with a price point under $10,000, potentially democratizing multi-color printing.
Creality Ender-3 V4 Combo Brings Updated Budget 3D Printer
Creality refreshes its budget lineup with the new Ender-3 V4 Combo, featuring updated components and streamlined setup.
iNEW3D QC2A Brings True Full-Color 3D Printing to Desktop Under $10K
Kickstarter campaign for desktop material jetting 3D printer with 500K+ colors smashes funding goal in hours — could democratize full-color 3D printing for creators and small studios.
Intergalactic Uses Velo3D to 3D Print IN718 Heat Exchanger Headers for Commercial Aircraft
Aerospace systems integrator Intergalactic is using Velo3D Rapid Production Solutions to manufacture IN718 microtube heat exchanger headers for a mass-produced commercial aircraft.
Revopoint Launches Spring Sale — Up to 15% Off 3D Scanners and 20% Off Software
Revopoint announces spring sale with discounts up to 15% on 3D scanners and 20% off software across its entire lineup.
Future Form Launches 3D Printing Service With HP Multi Jet Fusion — Targets Data Centre and Aerospace
Advanced manufacturing firm Future Form adopts HP Multi Jet Fusion technology to support data centre, medical, defence, nuclear and aerospace industries.
PrusaSlicer 3.0 Colors Combo: Mixed Filament Support Rumors Heat Up
PrusaSlicer 3.0 could add mixed-color filament support similar to FullSpectrum Orcaslicer, users speculate.
Prusa INDX Working on V0 Prototype at SMRRF 2026 — Tool Change Under 10 Seconds
The Prusa INDX team is demonstrating a V0 prototype at SMRRF 2026 with incredibly fast tool change times.
Prusa CORE One Mini Prototype Update: Exoskeleton Complete, Electronics Next
The Prusa CORE One Mini community project hits a milestone as the structural frame reaches completion, with work now shifting to electronics and heatbed wiring.
3D Printing Daily — Monday, March 9th
Daily digest covering the latest in 3D printing: aerospace fatigue challenges, ghost gun litigation, and more.
Why Fatigue Still Decides Whether AM Flies — Insights from Dr. Onome Scott-Emuakpor
At RAPID + TCT 2026, Dr. Onome Scott-Emuakpor will present how post-process treatments can accelerate aerospace qualification for 3D printed parts by 70-300x.
California Sues Websites Hosting 3D Printed Gun Files — Accuses Platforms of Aiding Unlicensed Firearm Manufacturing
California Attorney General Rob Bonta has filed a groundbreaking lawsuit against websites hosting 3D printed gun files, alleging they violate civil codes by enabling unlicensed firearm manufacturing.
Velo3D Website Hacked — Russian Casino Spam Injected Into Industrial 3D Printing Site
Velo3D, the metal additive manufacturing company, has had its website compromised with Russian-language spam posts about online casinos.
3D Printing Daily — Sunday, March 8th
Todays top stories: Velo3D website hack reported (unverified), Ghost guns filament traceability, 3D printed ceramic sea urchin electricity, Point Designs acquired by Hanger Clinic, Roboze gets Rule 1 backing.
Researchers 3D Print Ceramic Structures Inspired by Sea Urchin Spines That Generate Electricity From Water Flow
City University of Hong Kong scientists discover that sea urchin spine-inspired 3D printed ceramics can generate measurable voltage when water flows over their surface.
Scientists Try to Trace 3D Printed Ghost Guns to Specific Filament Brands — But White-Labeling Complicates Efforts
New research explores whether chemical analysis of 3D printed gun parts can reveal which filament brand was used — but major manufacturers often source from the same suppliers.
3D Printed Prosthetic Fingers Go Mainstream: Hanger Clinic Acquires Point Designs
University of Colorado Boulder spinoff Point Designs, which makes 3D printed titanium prosthetic fingers, has been acquired by Hanger Clinic — one of the largest O&P care providers in the US.
Rule 1 Ventures Backs Roboze — Ex-Navy Admiral Leads Investment in Distributed 3D Printing for Defense
Rule 1 Ventures, led by retired four-star Admiral James Winnefeld, invests in Roboze to build distributed manufacturing infrastructure for mission-critical defense components.
3D Printing Daily — Saturday, March 7th
Today: PETG vs ABS guide, Kobra X reviews, Adidas CLIMACOOL goes global, and why trusses are wrong for 3D printing.
New Dual Laser LPBF Concept Could Enable Support-Free 3D Printing
A new dual laser Laser Powder Bed Fusion concept proposes printing overhangs with micro spot precision while the bulk runs faster.
Adidas CLIMACOOL LACED Returns With Global Release — 15% Lighter, Fully 3D Printed
Adidas expands its 3D printed CLIMACOOL LACED globally, featuring lighter lattice structure and 360-degree ventilation.
Roboze Secures Rule 1 Ventures Investment for AI-Driven Distributed Manufacturing
Rule 1 Ventures backs Roboze to accelerate AI-driven distributed manufacturing for defense and critical infrastructure. Led by former Joint Chiefs Vice Chairman Admiral James Winnefeld.
LEGACY MOTOR CLUB Cuts 3D Printing Costs 97% With BigRep — NASCAR Team Now Prints End-Use Parts In-House
LEGACY MOTOR CLUB has reduced component costs from $2,000 to $56 using BigRep large-format 3D printers, transforming NASCAR production with in-house additive manufacturing.
Stratasys Q4 2025 Revenue Drops to $140M — But Cost Cuts Drive Improved Profitability
Stratasys reports Q4 2025 revenue of $140M, down from $150.4M a year ago. Despite lower sales, improved cost controls help the company post adjusted net income of $6.2M.
Flashforge Patents Hidden Filament Cutter That Stays Out of the Build Area Until Needed
New patent reveals Flashforge's innovative filament cutting mechanism that deploys only when needed, reclaiming valuable build area for FFF 3D printing.
Rocket Lab Launches 3D Printed Hypersonic Vehicle in DIU-Backed Test — Hypersonix DART AE Reaches Mach 5+
Australian aerospace company Hypersonix achieves breakthrough with 3D-printed scramjet vehicle launched on Rocket Lab HASTE rocket, marking first commercial hypersonic test platform under Pentagon program.
Nikon Invests in Vast Space — Backing the Commercial Space Station Startup That's Betting Big on 3D Printing
Nikon has invested in Vast Space through its NFocus Fund. Vast, led by Max Haot, is building commercial space stations with 3D printed components and aims to house 40 people in a 100-meter station.
BMW Says Broad Industrialization of Additive Manufacturing Is on Track — WAAM Series Production Starts 2027
BMW Group confirms AM is "clearly on track toward broad industrialization" with 1.6M components produced since 2020. Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing enters series production in 2027.
Metal AM Cuts Sprinkler Tool Cycle Time — Xact Metal XM200G Powers Irrigation Manufacturer
K-Rain uses Xact Metal XM200G and Uddeholm Corrax steel to 3D print mould inserts for underground sprinkler tooling, reducing cycle time.
One of Americas Largest Metal 3D Printing Service Bureaus Just Got Bought — What AFM Capital Wants
AFM Capital acquires majority stake in Incodema3D, one of the largest metal LPBF service bureaus in the US with 35 EOS machines. The 14-year EOS partner will accelerate growth under new ownership.
Bambu Lab Sponsors MIT HARD MODE — The 48-Hour Hardware x AI Hackathon Challenging 200 Students to Build Intelligent Objects
Bambu Lab partners with MIT Media Lab to sponsor HARD MODE, a 48-hour hardware x AI hackathon where 200 participants will build physical AI objects that sense, learn, and respond.
Bambu Lab Sponsors MIT HARD MODE — The Hardware × AI Hackathon
Bambu Lab Gold Sponsor of MIT Hardware × AI Hackathon where 200 engineers, designers and researchers have 48 hours to build intelligent physical objects that think.
Fraunhofer UltraGRAIN Breakthrough: In-Process Metal 3D Printing Control Achieves 75% Grain Size Reduction
Fraunhofer researchers demonstrate pulsed-laser method to control metal AM microstructure during printing, achieving up to 75% grain size reduction.
DN Solutions Opens First European Additive Manufacturing Centre in Germany
DN Solutions has officially opened its first European Additive Manufacturing Centre in Gütersloh, Germany, marking a significant expansion of its AM capabilities into the European market.
Pop Mart Sues Bambu Lab Over Labubu Copyright Infringement — MakerWorld in Legal Hot Water
Pop Mart, the Hong Kong toy giant behind the viral Labubu collectibles, has filed a lawsuit against Bambu Lab alleging that users uploaded 3D-printable Labubu files to the MakerWorld platform without authorization.
3D Printing Daily — Friday, March 6th
Todays top stories: Fraunhofer breakthrough in metal AM microstructure control, plus updates from the past week.
Polymaker Expands PLA Pro Lineup — New Formula and PolySonic Variants Target Speed and Strength
Polymaker has relaunched its PLA Pro line with a new formula variant alongside the original, plus a high-speed PolySonic option for rapid printing.
DN Solutions Opens First European Additive Manufacturing Centre in Germany — AM2CNC Strategy Takes Shape
DN Solutions opens its first European Additive Solutions Center in Gütersloh, Germany. The 1,000 m² facility will serve as a hub for AM and CNC technologies, offering training and live demonstrations.
When No Two Spines Are Alike: Inside the First AI-Designed Cervical Implant
Researchers have created the first AI-designed cervical implant customized to each patient unique anatomy, using 3D printing to manufacture patient-specific spinal devices.
ELEGOO Showcases 3D Printing Technology at PAX East 2026 — Booth 11038
ELEGOO brings its latest 3D printing technology to PAX East, showcasing Saturn and Jupiter printers at booth 11038.
Pop Mart Sues Bambu Lab Over Labubu Copyright Infringement on MakerWorld
Chinese toymaker Pop Mart filed a lawsuit against Bambu Lab in Shenzhen, claiming the 3D printer maker MakerWorld platform hosted knockoff Labubu designs.
SPEE3D Cuts U.S. Army Replacement Part Time From 6 Weeks to 10 Hours — Wins Expeditionary 3D Printing Award
University of Tennessee DARC and Tennessee Army National Guard used SPEE3D's cold spray metal 3D printing to produce a mission-critical vehicle part in under 10 hours, winning the MILAM 2026 Expeditionary and Tactical 3D Printing Excellence Award.
The Job Roles Emerging With Additive Manufacturing as the Industry Matures
From Design for Additive Manufacturing specialists to Post Processing experts, the AM industry is spawning entirely new career paths that did not exist a decade ago.
AI Is the Next Big Shift in Additive Manufacturing — RAPID + TCT 2026 Shows How
RAPID + TCT 2026 features ten sessions on AI in AM, from design optimization to production monitoring. The industry is moving from experiments to production systems that learn and adapt.
AMUG Awards 2026 Scholarships to Educator and Student Pioneers in Additive Manufacturing
Li Yang Ph.D. and Abby L. Stamper selected for Randy Stevens and Guy E. Bourdeau scholarships, will present at AMUG Conference in Reno.
Labubu Sues Bambu Lab Over MakerWorld IP Theft — Designer Characters 3D Printed by Users
Pop culture character designer Labubu sues Bambu Lab in Chinese court, claiming MakerWorld design repository hosts unauthorized 3D printed copies of its copyrighted characters.
U.S. Marines Save $600K With 3D Printed Antenna Masts — $10 Replacement vs $5,000+ Order
Marine Corps Lance Cpl. designed a 3D printed replacement antenna mast for the MUOS satellite communications system, costing just $10 in materials vs $5,000 and months of lead time.
UNION and Firehawk Partner to Address America's Artillery Crisis With Software-Defined Manufacturing
UNION Technologies and Firehawk Aerospace partner to integrate software-defined factory platforms with advanced energetics manufacturing, targeting the strained 155mm artillery supply chain.
ATO Technology Partners With Dynamism to Bring Ultrasonic Metal Powder Systems to U.S. Market
ATO Technology partners with Dynamism to expand ultrasonic metal powder production systems across the United States, announced at AMS 2026 in New York.
SEMA Garage Partners With BigRep to Bring Large-Format 3D Printing to Automotive Aftermarket
The automotive aftermarket industrys premier product development center partners with German large-format 3D printer manufacturer to provide members with rapid prototyping capabilities.
Ursa Major Successfully Hot-Fires Latest Hadley Engine Variant — Powers Hypersonic Test Vehicle
Ursa Major has completed a successful hot-fire test of the latest variant of its Hadley engine, a 5,000-pound-thrust reusable liquid rocket engine designed for hypersonic applications.
Airbus Partners With Norsk Titanium to Install Merke IV DED System — Targets Aerospace Manufacturing Transformation
Airbus will install a Norsk Titanium Merke IV RPD system at its Varel facility as part of a new collaboration to advance directed energy deposition manufacturing for aerospace titanium components.
Airbus Partners With Norsk Titanium to Develop Titanium DED Process for Aircraft Manufacturing
Airbus installs Norsk Titanium Merke IV RPD system in Germany as part of process development partnership to qualify titanium 3D printing for aircraft production.
Ursa Major Hot-Fires New Hadley H13 Rocket Engine — 80% 3D Printed With Double Reusability
Ursa Major successfully tests new variant of its AM-enabled Hadley liquid rocket engine, featuring 80% 3D printed components and 2x the reusability of previous versions.
Toray Develops Spherical PA12 Powder for Powder Bed Fusion — Targets Smoother, Stronger 3D Printed Parts
Toray Industries launches Toraypearl PA12, a truly spherical polyamide 12 powder for PBF 3D printers, targeting surface roughness of Ra 7 μm and 50 kJ/m² Charpy impact strength.
3D Printing Daily — Thursday, March 5
Toray drops game-changing spherical PA12 powder, California takes on ghost guns, Raise3D goes SLS, and ELEGOO heads to PAX East.
Bambu Lab H2D Helps Veterinary Surgeon Rehearse Complex Surgeries With 3D Printed Bone Models
Veterinary orthopedic surgeon Dr. Sebastian uses Bambu Lab H2D to print exact bone replicas for pre-surgical rehearsal, reducing surgery time and improving outcomes for animal patients.
Issey Miyake Eyes Unveils 3D Printed UROKO Sunglasses With Eight Concave Lenses Inspired by Japanese Ceramics
Issey Miyake Eyes has released UROKO, groundbreaking sunglasses featuring eight 3D printed concave lenses inspired by the ceramic works of Japanese potter Shoji Kamoda.
Nigeria Approves First Industrial 3D Printing Solution for Oil and Gas — RusselSmith Partners With Roboze
Nigeria just approved its first industrial 3D printing solution for the oil and gas sector, potentially transforming how the industry manages supply chains and spare parts.
Raise3D Is Building a Complete Polymer 3D Printing Empire — And SLS Is the Latest Piece
After 10 years in FDM and a recent entry into resin, Raise3D is now tackling SLS. We spoke to CEO Edward Feng about why the company is building a complete polymer AM ecosystem.
Canada Just Committed $6.6B to Domestic Defence Manufacturing — And 3D Printing Is poised to Benefit
Canada has unveiled a massive defence industrial strategy with 6.6 billion in funding. Heres why additive manufacturing is a big winner.
Swiss Researchers Create Most Realistic 3D Printed Ear Cartilage — Matches Natural Tissue Properties
ETH Zurich researchers have produced elastic ear cartilage from human cells that remains stable in animal models — the most realistic lab-grown ear ever created.
Nigeria Oil and Gas Sector Turns to 3D Printing to Cut Costs and Reduce Downtime
As Nigeria invests $41 billion in oil and gas expansion, 3D printing is emerging as a key technology to localize spare parts production and reduce costly equipment downtime.
New Patent Proposes End-to-End Field Factory for 3D Printing Moon Dirt and Space Debris
A groundbreaking new patent describes a complete on-site manufacturing system that can turn lunar regolith, sand, and scrap metal into functional 3D printed parts using spectroscopy and AI.
Global Patchwork of 3D Printing Legislation Threatens to Stall Industry Progress
As governments worldwide grapple with 3D printed firearms concerns, a fragmented regulatory landscape emerges that could hinder technological advancement.
3D Printing Industry Launches Vertical-Focused AM Advantage Event Series for 2026
3D Printing Industry announces new vertical-focused online conference series covering aerospace, automotive, medical, and manufacturing sectors.
Metamorphic AM Launches Rapid Geometry Review — AI-Powered 3D Printability Analysis
New service from Metamorphic AM uses AI to analyze 3D models for printability, material suitability, and manufacturability in minutes.
EU Proposes Tough New Rules on 3D-Printed Weapons — Could Set Global Precedent
The European Commission has unveiled a new directive targeting 3D-printed firearms, proposing harmonised penalties across all 27 member states.
Creality Launches Filament Maker M1 and Shredder R1 — Turn Your Failed Prints Into New Filament
Creality has officially launched the Filament Maker M1 and Shredder R1, a desktop recycling system that transforms 3D printing waste into fresh filament at up to 1kg per hour.
Conflux Technology 3D Printed Oil Cooler Finishes Full Endurance Race With 20% Better Heat Rejection
Australian company Conflux Technology completed a full-distance endurance race with a 3D printed transmission oil cooler delivering 20% higher heat rejection than conventional solutions.
California Sues Operators of 3D Printed Ghost Gun Network — Seeks to Shut Down Blueprint Distribution
California Attorney General has filed a landmark lawsuit against Gatalog Foundation and CTRLPew LLC for distributing 3D printed firearm blueprints to unlicensed individuals.
HP Promises to Reveal 'Production-Ready' Industrial Filament 3D Printing in March Webinar
HP Additive Manufacturing hosts March 31 webinar showcasing the new HP IF 600HT system for high-temperature engineering polymers.
Additive Manufacturing Market to Hit $110 Billion by 2034 as Production Applications Surge
New report finds real part production driving unprecedented growth, with metal AM and polymer AM leading the charge toward mainstream manufacturing.
TCT Asia 2026: The World's Largest 3D Printing Event Returns to Shanghai with 550+ Exhibitors
Asia-Pacific's premier additive manufacturing show expands to 55,000 sqm as Bambu Lab, Farsoon, and BLT lead China's 3D printing revolution.
HRL Laboratories Launches 3D Printed Low-Chill Cooling Technology for Data Centers With 40% Better Performance
HRL Laboratories, jointly owned by Boeing and GM, unveils ARPA-E backed 3D printed direct liquid cooling solution that increases cooling capacity by 40%.
Researchers Test 3D Printed Milling Cutter With Conformal Cooling Channels
New study tests laser powder bed fused milling cutter with conformal cooling channels designed for cooler, longer-running cuts in demanding materials.
GLS and APES Partner to Bring 3D Printed Electronics to Semiconductor Packaging
Great Lakes Semiconductor partners with Advanced Printed Electronic Solutions to develop advanced semiconductor packaging using additive manufacturing, combining chip fabrication with 3D printed electronics.
Canada's $6.6B Defence Strategy Opens Major Opportunities for 3D Printing
Canada's new Defence Industrial Strategy allocates $6.6 billion to expand domestic manufacturing, targeting aerospace, land vehicles, marine systems, and autonomous platforms — all key sectors for additive manufacturing.
Issey Miyake Eyes Unveils 3D Printed Sunglasses With Eight Concave Lenses
Issey Miyake Eyes releases UROKO sunglasses featuring eight concave lenses arranged in two rows, manufactured using 3D printing with ceramic-inspired finishes.
Stryker Unveils Triathlon Gold — First 3D Printed Femoral Component With Titanium Nitride Surface for Metal-Sensitive Patients
Stryker introduces its first commercially available 3D printed femoral component at AAOS 2026, featuring Titanium nitride surface for patients with metal sensitivity concerns.
3D Printing Daily — Wednesday, March 4
On Running reveals Cloudmonster 3 with 3D printed uppers, Bambu Lab opens first physical store, AI sensor fusion hits fault detection, and more.
Desktop 3D Printers Just Killed the Industrial Market — Now Printing Aerospace Parts With High-Temp Materials
Bambu Lab, Creality, and Prusa have pushed desktop 3D printing into industrial territory — printing aerospace components, drone bodies, and high-temp functional parts that once required $500K machines.
Researchers Turn Detoxified Asbestos Cement Into PLA Filler for Stronger 3D Prints
A research team proposes using detoxified asbestos cement as a depolymerization regulating filler in PLA composites, potentially improving print strength and thermal properties.
Ohio State Researchers Use Lasers to 3D Print Structures From Moon Dust
Ohio State University researchers demonstrate laser directed energy deposition with lunar regolith simulant, producing strong ceramic structures that could enable in-situ manufacturing for future lunar bases.
NCSU Develops Self-Healing Composites That Repair Themselves Over 1,000 Times
North Carolina State University researchers develop composite material capable of repairing itself over 1,000 times, potentially extending component lifespans from decades to centuries for aerospace and wind turbine applications.
Ohio State Scientists Use Laser 3D Printing to Turn Moon Dust Into Building Materials
Researchers at The Ohio State University have developed a laser-based 3D printing method that transforms simulated lunar regolith into durable structures, opening the door to building habitats directly on the Moon.
NC State Develops Self-Healing 3D Printed Composites That Repair Themselves Over 1,000 Times
Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed fiber-reinforced polymer composites with 3D printed thermoplastic healing layers that can self-repair over 1,000 times, potentially extending component lifespan from decades to centuries.
On Running Launches Cloudmonster 3 With 3D Printed LightSpray Upper
Swiss footwear brand On introduces third-generation Cloudmonster lineup featuring 3D printed LightSpray upper on the Cloudmonster 3 Hyper model, marking the broadest rollout of additive manufacturing in the companys running shoes.
Nikon Books $575 Million Impairment on Metal 3D Printing Business — Growth Expectations Reset
Nikon records massive ¥90.6 billion write-down on its digital manufacturing unit, primarily the Nikon SLM Solutions metal 3D printing business, as market growth fails to meet expectations.
Hypersonix Achieves First Successful Hypersonic Flight with 3D Printed Scramjet Engine
Australian aerospace company Hypersonix Launch Systems completes historic DART AE hypersonic demonstrator flight, validating additively manufactured scramjet engine at Mach speeds.
Third-Party Software Marks New Phase in 3D Concrete Printing Development
As 3D concrete printing matures, third-party software solutions are emerging to address gaps in the ecosystem, from mix design to real-time monitoring.
Australian Researchers Find Way to Trace 3D Printed Ghost Guns Using Chemical Fingerprints
Curtin University study uses infrared spectroscopy to identify unique chemical profiles in 3D printing filaments, offering a new forensic tool for tracking ghost guns.
Tikkun Olam Makers Opens New York Innovation Center — Bringing 3D Printed Assistive Tech to the Big Apple
The nonprofit that connects makers with people with disabilities opens its first NYC hub, bringing open-source 3D printed assistive technology to the city.
DOE Awards DMG Mori $400K to Develop AI Tool for Faster 3D Printing Part Qualification
The U.S. Department of Energy has awarded DMG Mori Federal Services $400K to develop an AI-powered tool that could dramatically speed up powder bed fusion qualification.
California Proposes Nation-First 3D Printer Firewall Law — Would Block Gun Designs Before Print Starts
California lawmakers have introduced AB 2047, requiring all 3D printers sold in the state to include certified software that detects and blocks firearm-related files before printing begins.
3D People Deploys AMIS Runtime in London Facility to Boost Production Efficiency
UK additive manufacturing service provider 3D People has deployed AMIS Runtime across its London production facility, aiming for faster turnaround times and higher consistency across shifts.
Multimodal AI Sensor Fusion Could Spot 3D Printing Faults Before They Become Costly Mistakes
Researchers propose combining machine vision, thermal readings, acoustic emissions, and vibration signals into unified AI models for reliable fault detection in additive manufacturing.
AML3D Reports Record A$16.5M in Orders as U.S. Defense Work Expands
Australian metal 3D printing company AML3D reports A$16.5 million in orders as it expands U.S. defense contracts.
Manufacturing Technology Project Turns Metal 3D Printing Into a Predictive Process
American startup MTP launches AdditiveM platform combining AI and multiphysics simulation to make metal 3D printing predictive, not trial-and-error.
AML3D Reports Record A$16.5M Orders as U.S. Defense Work Expands
Australian metal 3D printing company AML3D secures A$16.5 million in orders, with 87% from U.S. defense and naval projects.
MIT Develops Multi-Material 3D Printer That Produces Complete Electric Motors in 3 Hours
MIT researchers create a 3D printing platform capable of producing fully functional electric motors using five different materials in a single process.
Tsinghua University Achieves Sub-Second Volumetric 3D Printing with High-Speed Periscope
Researchers at Tsinghua University have developed a volumetric 3D printing method that completes prints in under one second.
AMUG 2026 to Feature LEGO and Aerospace Heavyweights in Cross-Industry Keynotes
AMUG 2026 puts the spotlight on cross-industry collaboration with LEGO and General Atomics/Divergent keynotes.
Leading Minds and AM I Navigator Form Industry Alliance to Accelerate 3D Printing Adoption
Two of additive manufacturing's biggest consortia join forces to create the Additive Manufacturing Alliance, aiming to make 3D printing more accessible and less complex for industrial users.
Manufacturing Technology Project Launches AI-Powered Platform to Make Metal 3D Printing Predictive
MTP's AdditiveM platform combines AI, multiphysics simulation, and digital twins to transform metal additive manufacturing from trial-and-error to predictive engineering.
3D Printing Daily — Tuesday, 3rd March 2026
Daily roundup of the latest 3D printing news, research, and community highlights for March 3rd, 2026.
Miami Startup MATERIAL Raises $7.1M to 3D Print Batteries Directly Into Devices
MATERIAL HYBRID3D platform prints complete batteries into device structures, claiming 55% more range and $1.25M Air Force contract.
The Tribal Knowledge Crisis in 3D Printing: Why AI Is the Only Way to Save Decades of Expertise
As experienced 3D printing operators retire, they take decades of hands-on knowledge with them. AI could be the solution the industry desperately needs.
Victrex LMPAEK Outperforms Standard PEEK for 3D Printed Implants
Victrex LMPAEK polymers offer lower processing temperatures and faster production, making them ideal for medical implant 3D printing.
SYS Systems Achieves Number 1 Partner Status Across EMEA — Reports 20% Hardware Sales Growth
UK-based SYS Systems reports 20% hardware sales growth and receives top EMEA partner status from Stratasys, with over £4M in AM revenue.
CollPlant Launches BioFlex — Ready-to-Print Human Collagen Bioprinting Kit for DLP
CollPlant launches BioFlex, a ready-to-print recombinant human collagen kit for DLP 3D bioprinting, targeting drug discovery and tissue engineering.
3DQue Introduces Lifetime License for AutoFarm3D — Print Farms Can Now Skip the Subscription
3DQue has launched lifetime license options for AutoFarm3D, letting print farm operators own their automation software outright instead of paying monthly subscriptions.
Bambu Lab Opens First Physical Retail Store — Desktop 3D Printing Goes Mainstream
Bambu Lab has opened the world's first dedicated 3D printer retail store in Shenzhen's Nanshan District, marking a pivotal moment for desktop 3D printing as it transitions from niche hobby to consumer electronics mainstream.
28th Infantry Division Wins Army Innovation Award for 3D Printed Drone Recovery System
Pennsylvania National Guard team wins Best Innovation at U.S. Army drone competition with Project R.E.D. — a drone equipped with a 3D-printed carbon fiber robotic arm that retrieves downed UAVs.
SPEE3D Wins Military 3D Printing Award — Tennessee Army National Guard Project Cuts Repair Time from 6-10 Weeks to 24 Hours
SPEE3D and the University of Tennessee won the MILAM 2026 Technical Achievement Award for deploying cold spray 3D printing in the field, restoring a dead-lined MRAP medevac vehicle in under 24 hours.
Xometry Reports Record Q4 2025 Marketplace Revenue as 3D Printing Demand Surges
Xometry's marketplace hits record revenue in Q4 2025, showing strong growth in on-demand manufacturing and custom 3D printed parts.
Nikalex Combines Human Expertise with AI to Push Titanium 3D Printing Forward
California-based Nikalex bridges AI-driven design with human engineering expertise to deliver precision titanium 3D printed parts for robotics, medical, and aerospace.
Legacy Motor Club Brings Large-Format 3D Printing to NASCAR — BigRep STUDIO Prints Parts for $40K Per Season Down to $1,100
NASCAR's Legacy Motor Club has adopted BigRep STUDIO large-format 3D printing, cutting component costs from $40,000 to $1,100 per season.
Japan Builds First Government-Approved Two-Story 3D Printed Home — Cave-Inspired Design Passes Seismic Test
Japan has completed the first government-approved two-story 3D printed home, featuring a cave-inspired design that earned seismic compliance certification.
ETH Zurich 3D Prints Lab-Grown Ear Cartilage That Matches Natural Tissue
Researchers have successfully created elastic ear cartilage using human cells and 3D printing, achieving mechanical properties similar to natural tissue after six weeks of testing.
Amnovis CEO on 100K Implants, Multi-Material 3D Printing, and Redefining Manufacturing
Ruben Wauthle discusses Amnovis reaching 100,000 implants, expanding into industrial markets, and the future of multi-material metal 3D printing.
Algorithm-Driven Design Solves Nitinol 3D Printing Limitation — Achieves Full Superelasticity
Researchers use algorithm-optimized metamaterial architecture to recover 100% of nitinol shape memory properties in 3D printed parts, opening new applications in healthcare and aerospace.
3D Printing Daily — Monday, 2nd March 2026
Your daily dose of 3D printing news. Feed is quiet on Monday morning.
Sculpteo Adds HP Metal Jet 3D Printing to On-Demand Service
Sculpteo now offers HP Metal Jet binder jetting services across Europe and the USA, enabling customers to order production-grade metal parts without investing in hardware.
China Factory Runs 5,000 3D Printers — Outputting 160,000 Parts Per Day
A Shenzhen factory operated by Jinshi Huasu Technology has scaled to 5,000 desktop 3D printers, with plans to reach 10,000 by year end — demonstrating ultra high-volume additive manufacturing at an unprecedented scale.
From Keychains to Fidget Clickers: How One Singapore Designer Built a Pop-Up Business with 3D Printing
Jennifer Ang used her Bambu Lab A1 to create customizable fidget clicker keychains — and sold over 1,000 in just five months at pop-up shops.
Washington State HB 2320: The 3D Printing Bill That Could Change Everything
Washington State proposed HB 2320 would criminalize using 3D printers to create firearms without a license, sparking fears over maker community rights.
3D Printing Daily — Sunday, March 1st
Centrifugal resin printing breakthrough, ORNL's multi-extruder system, and 3D construction printing market set to explode.
Additive Manufacturing Market Shows Signs of Recovery in 2026
After a period of market headwinds, the additive manufacturing industry is showing renewed strength with improved trends since Q1 2026.
Immensa Joins Shell Energy Transition Campus Amsterdam — Bringing Digital Inventory to Europe
Middle East AM leader Immensa establishes European Center of Excellence at Shell open innovation campus, operating Factory-as-a-Service model for digital supply chains.
Meltio Expands US Footprint with AEC as Official Sales Partner
Spanish metal 3D printing leader Meltio partners with South Carolina's Automation Engineering Company to accelerate wire-laser metal deposition adoption across US industrial sectors.
Domoa Launches Singapore First Company Dedicated to 3D-Printed Luxury Real Estate
Domoa Private Limited becomes Singapore first company dedicated to integrating large-scale 3D concrete printing into luxury real estate development, targeting Southeast Asia market.
3D Printing Daily — Saturday, 28 February 2026
Desktop Metal's second chance, QinetiQ's recycled titanium breakthrough, and more news from the world of additive manufacturing.
Stratasys Patents Low-Temperature PolyJet — Print at 35°C Instead of 70°C
Stratasys has filed a patent for PolyJet materials that jettable at just 35C, opening doors for embedded electronics and biomolecule printing.
3D Printed Drones Market to Hit $3.5 Billion by 2033 — And It's All About Speed
New market analysis reveals 21.8% annual growth as defense, agriculture, and logistics embrace additive manufacturing for drone production. The key driver? Speed.
Desktop Metal: The Rise, Fall, and Second Chance of a Billion-Dollar 3D Printing Empire
Once valued at billions and promising to revolutionize manufacturing, Desktop Metal went bankrupt in 2025. Now under new ownership, its relaunch tells us everything about the state of industrial 3D printing.
Melotte Partners with amsight and Additive Center to Reduce CT Scanning for 3D Printed Semiconductor Parts
A Dutch partnership between Melotte, amsight, and Additive Center creates a comprehensive data capturing system that could reduce costly CT scanning in semiconductor manufacturing.
Fugo Precision 3D Debuts Revolutionary Centrifugal Resin Printer with Built-in Wash and Cure
Fugo Precision 3D introduces the worlds first all-in-one centrifugal 3D printing system that uses 2000 Gs of centrifugal force to eliminate layer lines.
New Patent Proposes Fully Automated AI-Driven 3D Printing for Patient-Specific Implants
A new patent filing describes an AI-driven 3D printer that could automate patient-specific implant production with minimal human touch time — essentially lights-out manufacturing for medical devices.
AM I Navigator and Leading Minds Launch New Alliance to Accelerate Industrial 3D Printing Adoption
At AMS 2026, Materialise CEO and Siemens VP announced a new Additive Manufacturing Alliance combining two major initiatives to make AM more accessible.
3D Construction Printing Explodes: Analysis Finds Rapid Growth Across Multiple Regions
Analysis reveals 3D construction printing (3DCP) adoption is growing faster than expected, driven by regional construction companies rather than individual projects.
6K Additive Secures Long-Term Nickel Powder Deal with Siemens Energy — Building Circular AM Supply Chain
Siemens Energy will supply nickel-based alloy revert powder to 6K Additive for processing into new AM feedstock, creating a circular economy for metal 3D printing.
AMUG 2026: LEGO Teams with General Atomics & Divergent for Cross-Industry Keynotes
LEGO additive manufacturing leader Ronen Hadar and a joint General Atomics-Divergent keynote highlight cross-industry collaboration at AMUG 2026.
ORNL Multiplexed Extrusion System Could Triple Large-Format 3D Printing Speeds
Oak Ridge National Laboratory-developed system combines multiple extruders into a single high-output stream, matching larger systems while maintaining precision.
Alloyed Unveils ABD-1000AM: The World's First 1000°C Nickel Superalloy Built for 3D Printing
UK-based Alloyed has developed ABD-1000AM, the world's highest temperature nickel-based superalloy specifically designed for additive manufacturing in jet engines.
Researchers Unveil MICRO: First Plug-and-Play Multimaterial 3D Printed Electrochemical Device
A research team has developed MICRO, a one-step multimaterial 3D printed electrochemical device designed for on-site analysis and drug screening applications.
ROBOZE 3D Prints Helicopter Intake Duct With 80% Cost Reduction
A prominent aerospace OEM consolidated a helicopter intake duct using ROBOZE Argo 500 HYPERSPEED, achieving 80% cost savings while maintaining performance requirements.
NASA JPL 3D Printed Spring Successfully Deploys on Spacecraft — Shows AM Future for Space Hardware
A 3D printed titanium spring designed at NASA JPL successfully deployed on a commercial spacecraft, demonstrating how additive manufacturing can cut costs and complexity for space antennas.
M3-CRETE: Open-Source Concrete Printer You Can Build and Deploy in the Field
Sunnyday Technologies releases an open-source 3D concrete printer designed for field use, scaling from 1 to 4 cubic meters with common components.
MIT Builds 3D Printer That Creates Working Electric Motors in One Step
MIT researchers have developed a multi-material 3D printer that can produce fully functional electric motors in about 3 hours using five different materials.
Sub-Second 3D Printing: Tsinghua Researchers Achieve Near-Instant Manufacturing
Researchers at Tsinghua University have developed a volumetric 3D printing method that creates complex parts in under one second using a high-speed periscope system.
UK Defense Breakthrough: QinetiQ Flies First 3D Printed Part Made from Recycled Titanium
British defense leader QinetiQ has achieved a world first: a flight-critical 3D printed component made from recycled titanium successfully flown on a helicopter.
From Ender 3 to MakerWorld Star: How One Designer Became a Top Creator in Just 20 Months
Matthew Kimbrough started 3D printing in 2024 with an A1 Mini. Less than two years later, his designs are downloaded worldwide and he ran a successful crowdfunding campaign.
3D Printing Daily — Friday, 27 February 2026
A quieter news day with one major update: QinetiQ's recycled titanium helicopter flight gets more details. Plus TCT Asia shows AI moving to factory floors.
Generative AI Just Hit the Factory Floor: TCT Asia 2026 Shows the Full Manufacturing Workflow
TCT Asia 2026 demonstrated that generative AI has moved beyond design tools into real manufacturing — and the implications for 3D printing are massive.
The US Air Force Just Got a 9-Foot 3D Printer — Here's Why That Matters
Wright-Patterson Air Force Base is developing a massive FFF printer capable of producing aerospace-grade components nearly nine feet tall, potentially revolutionizing military manufacturing.
AI Just Solved One of Resin 3D Printing's Most Annoying Problems
New research uses geometry-adaptive reinforcement learning to reduce peel forces in DLP printing, saving fragile features and increasing success rates.
3dfabs Revives the Dream of Distributed 3D Printing — Is 3D Hubs Back from the Dead?
Remember 3D Hubs? It's gone, but now a new service called 3dfabs is bringing back the distributed 3D printing network model.
China Shows Off Enormous 3D Print Farm in Shenzhen — And It Could Change Everything
A massive new 3D print farm in Shenzhen demonstrates ultra high-volume additive manufacturing capabilities that could redefine distributed printing.
XTPL Partners with Manz Asia: 3D Printed Electronics Enters the Semiconductor Big League
XTPL's Ultra-Precise Dispensing technology lands in Taiwan's semiconductor hub via Manz Asia partnership, opening doors for 3D printed chip packaging.
BigRep Enters Auto Aftermarket via SEMA: 6,000 Shops Now Get Large-Format 3D Printing
BigRep partners with SEMA Garage to give 6,000 aftermarket auto companies access to large-format 3D printing for prototyping and custom parts.
General Atomics + Divergent to Keynote AMUG: When Hypercar Meets Defense Drone
Steve Fournier of General Atomics and Scott Sawyer of Divergent will headline AMUG 2026, sharing how a chance meeting at the conference sparked a cross-industry 3D printing partnership.
Sculpteo Adds HP Metal Jet: Now You Can 3D Print Metal Parts Without Owning a 250K Printer
Sculpteo now offers HP Metal Jet 3D printing services, letting customers produce metal parts from prototypes to thousands of units without hardware investment.
California Bill AB2047 Would Require Firearm-Blocking Tech in All 3D Printers
New legislation would force manufacturers to register printers with DOJ and implement blocking algorithms or face $25,000 fines.
How University of Michigan Robotics Team Uses Bambu Lab to Iterate 10x Faster
Michigan Task-Based Robotics switched to Bambu Lab printers and cut iteration time from days to hours — now 3D printing is their foundational manufacturing tool.
Turn Your Bambu Lab A1 Into a Circuit Printer: New Technique Does Copper Electroplating While You Print
Researchers have developed a way to do copper electroplating directly on your 3D prints using a Bambu Lab A1 — creating real metal-polymer hybrid parts.
MIT Builds Working Electric Motor for 50 Cents Using Multi-Material 3D Printing
MIT researchers have created a 3D printing platform that builds fully functional electric motors in just 3 hours using five different materials.
3D Systems Adds 3 New Gum Shades to NextDent Denture Solution
3D Systems expands its NextDent denture jetting portfolio with Dark Pink, Light Pink, and Red Pink gum tones for more natural-looking dentures.
NVIDIA Backs Freeform with $67M to Bring AI to Metal 3D Printing Factory Scale
NVIDIA joins $67M Series B round for Freeform, as the startup plans to scale AI-driven metal AM from 18 lasers to hundreds with its Skyfall platform.
3D Printing Daily — Thursday, 26 February 2026
Today's roundup: NVIDIA invests in AI-metal AM, Sovol budget dryer review, 3D dental expansion, and more.
CORNCRETL: Mexico Turns Corn Waste Into 3D-Printed Building Material
Mexican design practice MANUFACTURA creates bio-based construction material from agricultural waste and ancient nixtamalization byproducts.
Melotte Builds End-to-End Data System for Semiconductor AM Production
Belgian precision manufacturer partners with Additive Center and amsight to create full-chain data traceability for semiconductor components.
3D Printing Daily — Wednesday, 25 February 2026
Overnight roundup: Quiet news cycle with tutorial content dominating feeds. Key stories from yesterday recap.
Siemens Energy and 6K Additive Close Long-Term Deal: 20 Tons of Recycled Nickel Powder Already Processed
Global supply agreement sees Siemens Energy supply spent nickel superalloy powder to 6K Additive for upcycling into virgin-quality metal AM powder.
Multimodal AI Sensor Fusion: The Next Frontier in 3D Print Fault Detection
Florida A&M researchers combine acoustic, vibration, and thermal sensors with AI to detect FDM faults in real time—catching problems before they ruin prints.
Stratasys and Novineer: FDM Parts That Perform Before You Print
New partnership embeds toolpath-aware simulation into GrabCAD Print Pro, letting engineers predict FDM part strength before hitting print — no more trial and error.
Snapmaker Patents Faster Multi-Color FFF Printing Without the Waste
Snapmaker has filed a patent for faster multi-color FFF printing that reduces waste without slowing down prints. The filing targets the fundamental problem with current AMS and MMU systems.
L3Harris Cuts Hypersonic Component Production Time by 90% With 3D Printing
Defense contractor L3Harris has achieved a 10x speedup in hypersonic propulsion component manufacturing using additive manufacturing, under a US Navy contract.
Australian Researchers 3D Print Concrete Underwater Without Accelerators
Breakthrough system prints underwater structures without chemical accelerators, opening new possibilities for coastal infrastructure.
Stratasys F900 Gets 22% Reliability Boost: Industrial FDM Just Got More Dependable
Customer Advisory Board feedback drives major reliability improvements for Stratasys flagship FDM system.
Xometry Posts Record 2025 Results and Announces CEO Transition
Manufacturing marketplace hits milestone quarter while announcing leadership change at the top.
Multimatic Motorsports Races with Conflux 3D Printed Oil Cooler: From Design to Track in Weeks
Conflux configurable 3D printed technology delivers race-ready oil cooler from design to car in weeks.
3D Systems Adds Three New Gum Shades to NextDent Denture Solution
Dark Pink, Light Pink, and Red Pink join the NextDent Jet Base portfolio, giving dental labs four shade options to match diverse patient gum tones.
TCT Awards 2026 Finalists Revealed: GM, NASA, and UK MOD Among Contenders
The TCT Awards head to Boston for the first time, with industry giants competing across nine categories celebrating additive manufacturing innovation.
From Crops to Concrete: Turning Corn Waste Into 3D-Printed Building Material
Researchers have developed a method to transform agricultural corn waste into sustainable 3D-printed construction material, offering a greener alternative to cement-based concrete.
Protolabs ProDesk: AI-Powered Quoting and DFM Analysis for 3D Printing Services
Digital manufacturer launches AI-enabled platform with real-time quoting and design for manufacturability analysis across 3D printing, CNC, and injection molding.
Filamentive rPA12: Nylon Filament Made from Recycled MJF Powder Waste
UK supplier Filamentive has launched rPA12, a nylon 12 filament made from 100% recycled Multi Jet Fusion powder waste — closing the loop on industrial AM scrap.
Materialise Q4 2025: Medical 3D Printing Drives 16% Growth as Company Beats Expectations
Materialise closes 2025 with strong Q4 results as medical segment surges 16.3%, outpacing overall 6.8% revenue growth.
3D Printing Daily — Tuesday, 24 February 2026
Spacecraft thermal pipes, AMS 2026 kicks off in NYC, and MIT's AI breakthrough for printable designs.
MIT 3D Prints Fully Functional Electric Motor for 50 Cents
Researchers develop multi-material 3D printer that produces working linear motors in ~3 hours, bringing us closer to printing complex machines.
Bambu Lab Reports Breakout 2025: 10 Million Monthly Users
MakerWorld hits 10M monthly active users, 2.6M models uploaded, as consumer 3D printing evolves from hobby into side business.
Colorado Bill to Ban 3D Printed Firearms Sparks Legal Battle
House Bill 26-1144 would criminalize unlicensed 3D printing of firearms and even possessing digital files with intent to manufacture illegally.
APES Partners with Great Lakes Semiconductor for 3D Printed Chip Packaging
Matrix6D maglev platform brings additive manufacturing to semiconductor packaging production.
AM Solutions M4 Basic: Post-Processing for Small Shops
Compact vibratory finishing system brings automated post-processing to small AM operations.
Prusa XL Roadmap: New Toolheads, Lower Price, and INDX Upgrade Coming
Prusa details its 2026 XL roadmap: new high-flow and abrasive toolheads, price reduction on base model, and the INDX multi-material upgrade approaching release.
Dyze Design Patents Modular Motion Control System for Additive Manufacturing
Canadian hotend manufacturer Dyze Design has patented a modular motion control system that could simplify motion system upgrades for 3D printer builders.
The Great AM Reset: Why Applications Will Decide Who Survives the 3D Printing Shakeout
The additive manufacturing industry is entering a new phase where application expertise beats technology hype.
BigTreeTech ViViD: Open-Source AMS for Klipper Printers
BigTreeTech launches ViViD, an open-source multi-material filament changer for Klipper-based 3D printers.
Velo3D Wins $11.5M Defense Production Contract for National Security Program
Velo3D secures multi-year full-rate production contract from US defense prime for sensitive national security program.
Amaero Reports 367% Revenue Growth as Titanium Powder Demand Surges
Australian metal AM specialist Amaero posted 367% first-half revenue growth, driven by titanium alloy powder demand from aerospace and defense sectors.
Infidex 176 V: Download and 3D Print Your Own Panoramic Film Camera
Russian photographer Denis Aminev shares a fully open-source 3D printable panoramic film camera that captures 3:1 aspect ratio images on standard 35mm film.
E-Force Marine Uses 3D Printed Hull Molds for Electric Catamaran Production
Miami startup replaces traditional boatbuilding with industrial-scale 3D printing — hull molds printed in 1.5m sections.
3D Printed Spacecraft Pipe Has Built-in Heater and Temperature Sensor
European consortium prints titanium pipe segments with embedded heating elements and sensors — no external wiring needed.
The HZG Group Story: From Concept Laser to Bavaria's 3D Printing Powerhouse
The founders of Concept Laser are building something bigger: a €60M fund reshaping European AM.
Netherlands Builds 3D Printed Navy Drone Boat in Just 5 Months
Dutch researchers printed a working naval vessel in one week. The military is paying attention.
Elegoo Centauri Carbon 2: Built-In 4-Color Printing Takes on Bambu AMS
Elegoo adds integrated 4-color printing to the Centauri Carbon 2 with the new CANVAS system.
Bambu Lab H2C and P2S Now Shipping in the USA: Seven-Nozzle Multi-Color Printing Arrives
Bambu Lab launches H2C with 7-nozzle multi-color capability and P2S mid-range printer in the US market.
AMS 2026: Additive Manufacturing Strategies Conference Kicks Off Tomorrow in New York
The premier AM business conference brings global leaders to NYC Feb 24-26 with keynotes from Stratasys, Prusa, and HP.
Harvard Rotary 3D Printing Creates Soft Robots That Move Like Muscles
A single rotating nozzle prints multi-material soft robots with built-in pneumatic channels that bend, twist, and grip on demand.
Creality CFS-C: The Multi-Material System That Eliminates Purge Waste
Crealitys new CFS-C uses remote cutting in the buffer to eliminate hot-end purging - a potential game-changer for multi-color printing.
Michigan Opens Industrial 3D Printing to Small Businesses Without Membership Fees
Automation Alley Project DIAMOnD now lets any business access industrial-grade polymer and metal 3D printing equipment.
Canada Unveils Two 3D-Printed Electric Vehicles with AI-Designed Chassis
Project Arrow Phase 2.0 debuts Vector and Borealis — Canadian-built EVs with 3D-printed aluminum and polymer chassis.
Ursa Major Appoints New CEO: What the Leadership Change Means for 3D Printed Rocket Engines
Dan Jablonsky steps down as Chris Spagnoletti takes the helm at the 3D printed rocket engine pioneer.
Six Fault Lines That Will Reshape 3D Printing: Industry Analysis 2026-2028
The AM industry faces six critical challenges that will determine winners and losers over the next two years.
3D Printed Microneedles Deliver Drugs Through Your Cheek — No Injections Needed
Researchers develop dissolving microneedles for buccal CBD delivery — a needle-free alternative to injections.
MIT Prints Structural Floor Trusses from Recycled Plastic — And They Meet Building Code
MIT researchers printed 8-foot floor trusses from recycled PET that support 4,000+ lbs. Each takes 13 minutes. The goal: 1 billion homes without cutting down the Amazon.
Recycled Nickel Powder Cuts Carbon by 99%: Oregon State LCA Confirms
Independent study shows Continuum Powders' recycled nickel delivers 58.8%–98.7% lower global warming potential than virgin material production.
Freeform Raises $67M: NVIDIA-Backed Skyfall Platform Promises 25x Faster Metal 3D Printing
AI-native manufacturer secures $67M Series B to deploy Skyfall, the 'world's fastest laser melting platform' — going live H1 2026.
Croom Medical Builds €18M Orthopaedic Centre with Multi-Material 3D Printing
Ireland's largest orthopaedic implant manufacturer invests €18m in 38,000 sq ft facility dedicated to additive manufacturing R&D and production.
Hexagon HYPERSCAN: No More Reference Targets — A 3D Scanner Built for the Factory Floor
Hexagons new portable 3D scanner eliminates reference targets, saving 15-30 minutes per setup. Certified for industrial inspection up to 7 metres.
Materialise Adds PEEK Implants to Cranio-Maxillofacial Portfolio
Surgeons can now choose between titanium and PEEK for patient-specific cranio-maxillofacial reconstructions within a single workflow.
Venom Aircraft: Concept to Flight in 71 Days Using 3D Printed Structures
Divergent Technologies and Mach Industries built a flight-ready autonomous strike aircraft in 71 days using 3D printed monolithic assemblies.
DISH 3D Printing: Millimeter Objects in 0.6 Seconds — Speed Meets Precision
Tsinghua University scientists achieve 0.6-second volumetric printing with 12μm resolution, eliminating the speed-precision trade-off.
3D Printing Daily — Monday, 23 February 2026
MIT motors for 50 cents, Colorado joins the regulation push, and Wigglitz takes Toy of the Year — your Monday briefing.
Sovol SV08 MAX: 3 Must-Know Features for 2026
Sovol outlines the key features of their SV08 MAX printer for 2026.
Stratasys Dental Training Models: 3D Printed Alternative to Cadavers for Dental Schools
New multi-material preset lets dental schools print realistic anatomical models for training, replacing cadavers and animal specimens.
Texas A&M Formula SAE Uses Bambu Lab for Lights-Out Race Car Production
Student engineering team achieves near-lights-out production with P1S and X1C.
YouTuber Creates Functional Chainless Bicycle Using 3D Printing
Viral DIY project shows what is possible with printed mechanical systems.
Wigglitz Wins Toy of the Year: How a 3D Print Farm Beat LEGO and Disney
A 3D printed collectible just won Toy of the Year against Pokémon, LEGO, and Disney. The Utah startup behind it runs 3,000+ Bambu Lab printers and made $18M last year.
OrcaSlicer 2.3.2 Beta: Per-Feature Flow Control, Ironing Fixes, and Happy Hare Sync
OrcaSlicer 2.3.2 Beta lands with per-print-feature flow rate control, fixed ironing tiger-striping, Happy Hare filament sync, and a redesigned G-code viewer.
Telemeter Launches Radar-Absorbing Filament: Print Your Own EMI Shields for Automotive Sensors
New PLA-based filament absorbs 76–81 GHz radar frequencies, letting engineers 3D print custom absorbers for automotive sensor testing and integration.
Lululemon Rolls Out 3D Printed Ceilings and Storefronts Worldwide with Aectual
Major retail brand using large-format 3D printing for global store architecture — recycled materials, double-curved surfaces, and circular manufacturing.
Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra Wins Red Dot Design Award 2025
Elegoo's 9K resin printer wins prestigious design award for balancing advanced technology with beginner-friendly features.
Proximal Sound Printing: Ultrasound 3D Prints Microstructures Directly Onto Silicone
Concordia researchers develop ultrasound-based 3D printing that creates microscale structures on soft polymers with 10x better resolution than existing methods.
3D Printing Daily — Sunday, 22 February 2026
Sound-wave printing, radar-absorbing filament, a 71-day combat drone, and Stratasys enters dental training.
World First: UK Flies a Structural Component 3D Printed from Recycled Titanium
QinetiQ and AMS Ltd. have completed the world's first flight of a helicopter carrying a structural part 3D printed from titanium recovered from a decommissioned aircraft. Here's why it matters.
Prusa CORE One+ Explained: New Features, Free Upgrade Path, and the INDX Multi-Material System
Prusa evolved the CORE One into the CORE One+ with auto vent, easier flex loading, and INDX 8-material support. Existing owners can upgrade free.
XO Armor Uses Bambu Lab X1C for On-Site Medical Orthotics Production
Healthcare startup XO Armor is using Bambu Lab X1C printers to produce custom orthotics on-site in minutes instead of weeks.
MakerWorld Cracks Down on AI-Generated Model Images: What This Means for You
Bambu Lab now requires real print photos on MakerWorld to stop AI-generated preview images that don't match the actual models.
Wohlers Report 2026: 3D Printing Hits $24.2 Billion — Services Are Now the Industry
The Wohlers Report 2026 is out — and the headline number is $24.2 billion. But the real story is in the shift: services now own 48% of the market, growing at 15.5% while machine sales barely budged at 3.6%.
Teaching Tech Is Closing the Chapter: Michael Laws Returns to the Classroom After 8 Years
After eight years running one of 3D printing's most beloved YouTube channels, Michael Laws is stepping back from full-time content creation and returning to his classroom roots. Here's what his work meant to the community — and what resources stay live.
Prusament PETG Ultraglow Green: The Brightest Glow-in-the-Dark Filament Just Launched
Prusa claims their new PETG Ultraglow Green is the brightest glow-in-the-dark filament on the market. We dug into the specs, tested the claims, and found out exactly what it takes to print with it.
Prusa XL Gets Price Drop and New Toolheads for 2026
Prusa cuts XL prices by $200 and announces silicone and pick-and-place toolheads coming in 2026.
Looking Into the Future: 3D Printed Jet Engine Alloys and Metal-Free Spinal Implants
From nickel superalloys that survive 1000°C to AI-designed ceramic spinal implants — here is what is coming down the pipeline in industrial 3D printing.
Anycubic Kobra X: Multi-Colour 3D Printing for £279 — Is This the Budget Bambu Killer?
Anycubic has squeezed multi-colour printing into a £279 package with the Kobra X — and the hidden ACE GEN2 system is turning heads. Here is what you need to know.
3D Printing Daily — Saturday, 21 February 2026
Prusa XL price drop, MakerWorld's AI image crackdown, and XO Armor's medical orthotics — your Saturday briefing.
Prusa Launches PETG Ultraglow: The Brightest Glow-in-the-Dark Filament
Prusa's new PETG Ultraglow Green is filled with maximum strontium aluminate for exceptional brightness — visible glow up to 6-8 hours after charging.
3D Printing Daily — Thursday, 20 February 2026
California proposes sweeping 3D printer restrictions, Bambu discontinues the P1P, and the KitchenAid pasta roller print goes viral.
Bambu Lab P1P Discontinued: What P1P Owners Need to Know
Bambu Lab retires the iconic P1P after 3 years. Here's the EOL timeline and what it means for owners.
California AB-2047: New Bill Would Restrict 3D Printer Sales to DOJ-Approved Models
A new California bill would require all 3D printers sold in the state to include government-approved firearm detection software. Here is what makers need to know.
Bambu Lab's Authentication Update: What It Really Means for You
Bambu's January 2025 firmware update broke local network printing for thousands of users. Here's what happened, why it matters, and what you should do.