PrintersThe Dental Resin 3D Printers Currently on the MarketThe dental industry is one of the sectors that makes the most use of additive manufacturing to provide customized devices tailored to each patient. Using 3D scans or medical imaging data, dental professionals can create precise 3D models and print…Archive
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PrintersThe Dental Resin 3D Printers Currently on the MarketThe dental industry is one of the sectors that makes the most use of additive manufacturing to provide customized devices tailored to each patient. Using 3D scans or medical imaging data, dental professionals can create precise 3D models and print…
Applications3D Bioprinting of Elastic Ear CartilageThere is a widespread belief that we are on the verge of 3D printing functional organs, but the reality in the lab is far more complex. Although that goal remains distant, a team of researchers at ETH Zurich has reached…
GuidesHow Raise3D Simplifies SLS for ProductionAt the TCT Asia trade show, we had the opportunity to meet Raise3D, one of the long-standing manufacturers in the 3D printing market. While it has won over many users with its FDM solutions, the company has expanded into resin…
GuidesHow L3AD Is Making Industrial 3D Printing Accessible through Digital FactoriesAt TCT Asia, 3Dnatives met with Francesco Spinoglio, General Manager of L3AD, to discuss how the company is transforming industrial 3D printing into a highly accessible digital ecosystem. Moving beyond simple instant-quote services, L3AD acts as a complete operating platform&hell
GuidesWhy 3D Printed Brain Models Are Transforming Neurosurgery — Insights from Maggie Lashutka Ahead of RAPID + TCT 2026Additive manufacturing is increasingly finding its place in healthcare, enabling the creation of patient-specific anatomical models that give surgeons a deeper understanding of complex cases before they ever enter the operating room. By transforming MRI and other medical imaging 
ApplicationsNikon AM Synergy Secures U.S. Department of War Contract to Modernize Aeronautical Supply ChainAs the U.S. military grapples with aging supply chains and prolonged lead times for critical aircraft, the Department of War is turning to advanced additive manufacturing to bridge the gap. On March 10, Nikon AM Synergy Inc. announced it had…
ApplicationsHow Chitin from Crustacean Shells Could Power 3D Printed Wound CareChronic wounds are defined by being unable to fully heal naturally, persisting at an inflammatory stage due to imbalances in the wound microenvironment. These wounds, including diabetic ulcers and pressure sores, can linger for months or even years. Wound dressings…
Materials3D-Printed Hybrid Foam Absorbs 10 Times More EnergyAt Texas A&M University, researchers have created a superfoam using additive manufacturing. The composite is capable of absorbing up to 10 times more energy than conventional foam. This 3D-printed material could have a significant impact on the defense sector and…
NewsMastering the 3D Printed Lenticular Effect: A New Dimension for MakersWhat if your 3D printed objects could change their appearance based entirely on the angle from which they are viewed? This fascinating optical illusion is known as the lenticular effect. Often compared to a holographic effect, the lenticular effect allows…
NewsRAPID + TCT 2026: What to Know Before You GoThe largest additive manufacturing event in North America is back! Taking place in Boston, Massachusetts for the first time, the Conference Program kicks off RAPID + TCT 2026, starting April 13 and the exhibition runs April 14–16. Bringing together the…
ApplicationsGreta, A New ESA Rocket Engine, Successfully Completes TestingAdditive manufacturing has established itself as a fundamental technology in rocket development, especially in the production of combustion chambers, as it allows for great freedom in terms of geometry. The most recent example of this application is the Greta engine,…
NewsTrends and Challenges for Composites in Additive Manufacturing: JEC World 2026As with every major industry event, JEC World 2026 provided an opportunity to assess the current state of the additive manufacturing and composites sector. At this composites conference taking place in Paris, France, additive manufacturing was presented not as an…