Top 5 Videos: The History of 3D Printing

Welcome to our compilation of this week’s top 3D printing videos. We kick off this week’s edition with a thorough exploration of the history of 3D printing. Next, we’re shown how the United States Marine Corps is integrating 3D printing into their training, pushing Marines to develop AM-related skills through the introduction of its first-ever additive manufacturing course on MCB Hawaii. Moving forward, Chip Monkeys reveals and demonstrates the advantages of sequential 3D printing over continuous printing, pointing out issues like material waste and problems related to layer adhesion. Next in line, Meltio introduces its new M600 3D printer and details its extensive range of features. And finally, we wrap up this week with a video by Resin Forge, demonstrating the dos and don’ts of sanding resin 3D prints. Let’s get started!

Top 1: The History of 3D Printing

First, we’re presented with an episode of The History Of, which provides an extensive overview of the history of 3D printing. Beginning with Chuck Hull’s invention of stereolithography, the episode discusses the emergence of additional technologies like selective laser sintering and fused deposition modeling. Additionally, it delves into the expanding applications across industries in the 2000s, including aerospace, automotive, healthcare, and consumer goods, before assessing the 3D printing landscape of today.

Top 2: Marine Corps Base Hawaii Hosts Its First-Ever Additive Manufacturing Course

Next up, user dvidshub highlights CLC-33’s very first Additive Manufacturing course aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii, which aims to provide Marines with essential skills in CAD, 3D printing, coding, and electronics. Through partnerships with organizations like Cisco Advanced Manufacturing Systems, the program hosts quarterly classes for 12 Marines, teaching fundamental concepts in additive and subtractive manufacturing processes while empowering Marines to refurbish and repair equipment quickly.