Achieving Consistent Additive Manufacturing: The Critical Role of Material Preparation As additive manufacturing (AM) transitions from prototyping to full-scale production, the focus is shifting from simply achieving a printed part to ensuring consistent print quality every time. Increasingly, manufacturers are discovering that the key to repeatable AM lies not just in the printer itself, but … Read more

Unlocking Superelasticity: Innovative 3D Printing of Nitinol Metamaterials Nitinol, a nickel-titanium alloy, is renowned in the realm of smart materials for its exceptional shape memory and superelasticity. These distinctive properties make it invaluable in diverse fields such as biomedical engineering and aerospace. However, producing nitinol components using powder bed fusion (L-PBF), a common additive manufacturing … Read more

The Growing Demand for Specialized Roles in Additive Manufacturing The additive manufacturing landscape has rapidly evolved. What was once a process managed by a single engineer, overseeing everything from design to finished product, now demands a diverse team with specialized skills. The rise of additive manufacturing, often referred to as 3D printing, has spurred the … Read more

Unveiling the Future of Composites: Additive Manufacturing Takes Center Stage at JEC World 2026 JEC World, a pivotal event for the global composites industry, recently concluded its 2026 edition, providing invaluable insights into the advancements and future direction of both additive manufacturing (AM) and composite materials. The conference, held in Paris, France, showcased additive manufacturing … Read more

Revolutionizing Rocket Propulsion: The Greta Engine and Additive Manufacturing Additive manufacturing is rapidly transforming various industries, and the aerospace sector is no exception. Its ability to create complex geometries with precision makes it a game-changer in rocket development, particularly for combustion chambers. A prime example of this innovative application is the Greta engine, a collaborative … Read more

Apple Explores Aluminum 3D Printing: Revolutionizing Manufacturing for iPhones, MacBooks, and More Rumors are swirling that Apple is significantly ramping up its use of additive manufacturing, with a particular focus on metal and aluminum 3D printing, across a wider range of its products. Following the successful integration of 3D-printed titanium in the Apple Watch and … Read more

Raise3D: A Decade of Innovation in Professional 3D Printing and a Vision for the Future For the past ten years, Raise3D has been a significant force in the world of professional polymer 3D printing. Starting with Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) systems, the company has strategically broadened its offerings to meet a wider spectrum of industrial … Read more

Unlock Production Potential with Industrial AM: Insights from Raplas Technologies When does resin printing transition from mere prototyping to a vital production asset? Can SLA patterns genuinely withstand the burnout process in a demanding foundry environment? How does the cost-per-part of an SLA system stack up against traditional tooling when scaled for production? If you’re … Read more

Revolutionary 3D Printed Bone Scaffolds for Accelerated Bone Regeneration New research published in Advanced Functional Materials details a groundbreaking development in 3D printed bone scaffolds designed to accelerate bone growth. A team of researchers from the Swiss Federal Technology Institute of Lausanne (EPFL) has engineered a bone-like composite material that leverages naturally occurring enzymes to … Read more

Discover the Future of Additive Manufacturing at TCT Asia 2026 The highly anticipated twelfth edition of TCT Asia, the premier event for the additive manufacturing industry in the Asia-Pacific region, is just around the corner! This year’s summit promises an immersive experience, showcasing a vast array of cutting-edge technologies presented by over 550 leading exhibitors. … Read more