Campden BRI launches research project to evaluate how 3D printing could benefit food industry

Apr.22, 2019 - Campden BRI have begun a research project to evaluate how 3D printing could benefit the food industry. More

3D printed molds help to insulate NASA's supersize Space Launch System

Apr.18, 2019 - Thanks to 3D printing, engineers working on NASA's Space Launch System are creating custom molds that make insulating foam a perfect fit. More

GE Research uses 3D printing to design Ultra Performance Heat Exchanger

Apr.16, 2019 - GE Research is leading a $2.5 MM project through the Advanced Research Projects Agency's (ARPA-E) High Intensity Thermal Exchange through Materials and Manufacturing Processes program (HITEMMP) to develop a high temperature, high pressure and super-compact heat exchanger enabled by additive manufacturing technology. More

Tel Aviv University scientists 3D print a tiny live heart using patient's own cells

Apr.15, 2019 - Israeli scientists have created a vascularized human heart that combines human tissue taken from a patient, using a 3D printer. More

University of South Australia designs 3D printed feet that mimic diabetic foot wounds

Apr.15, 2019 - Researchers at the University of South Australia (UniSA) have developed a method for creating realistic foot ulcers involving 3D printed feet, icing sugar, chicken stock, and flexible resin. More

AREVO to manufacture 3D printed carbon fibre unibody frames for Emery ONE eBike

Apr.12, 2019 - Silicon Valley company AREVO has announced a partnership with boutique bike manufacturer Franco Bicycles to deliver the world's first 3D printed, continuous carbon fiber single-piece unibody frame for a new line of eBikes. More

Arabtec Construction signs MOU to establish 3D Concrete Printing hub at American University in Dubai

Apr.11, 2019 - UAE building giant Arabtec Construction has teamed up with Robert Bird Group, American University of Dubai (AUD) and local firm 3Dvincy Creations, to establish the AUD Center for 3D concrete printing & digital construction. More

New technique uses ultrasound to align living cells in 3D bioprinted tissues

Apr.11, 2019 - Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a way to improve the characteristics of artificial tissues by using ultrasound to align living cells during the biofabrication process. More

Audi is increasingly using polymer 3D printing in automotive production

Apr.10, 2019 - German automobile manufacturer Audi AG is expanding the use of 3D printers in production. Custom-designed and locally printed auxiliary tools from the 3D printer help employees on the production lines. A separate department will be responsible for implementation at the Neckarsulm site in the future. More

Watch Yngwie Malmsteen try to break the world's first 3D printed, smash-proof guitar

Apr.10, 2019 - Swedish metal giant Sandvik has unveiled what was described as 'the world's first smash-proof 3D printed guitar.''To prove their resistance, Sandvik challenged rock legend Yngwie Malmsteen to smash it. More

COS and Arthur Mamou-Mani present 3D printed bioplastic Conifera pavilion in Milan

Apr.9, 2019 - Fashion brand COS has teamed up with French architect Arthur Mamou-Mani to present a large-scale 3D printed architectural installation made from renewable bioplastic bricks at this year's Milan design week. More

Samsung's Galaxy S10 fingerprint sensor tricked by 3D printed fingerprint

Apr.9, 2019 - An Imgur user named darkshark claims he used a 3D print of their fingerprint to trick the in-display fingerprint reader on a Galaxy S10. More

Virginia Tech researchers integrate sensors into personalised 3D printed prosthetics

Apr.8, 2019 - Researchers at Virginia Tech are integrating electronic sensors into personalized 3D printed prosthetics, a development that could lead to more affordable electric-powered prosthetics. More

Researchers 3D print metamaterials with unique microwave or optical properties

Apr.8, 2019 - A team of engineers at Tufts University has developed a series of 3D printed metamaterials with unique microwave or optical properties. More

3D printed rocket maker Relativity signs contract with Telesat for launching LEO constellation

Apr.5, 2019 - Relativity, the Los Angeles-based manufacturer fo 3D printed rockets, has signed its first public commercial contract with Telesat, the renowned global satellite operator, that allows Relativity to play a role in Telesat's innovative LEO satellite constellation. More

Open Bionics teams with Hanger Clinic to bring 3D printed 'Hero Arm' to US

Apr.5, 2019 - Open Bionics announced on Thursday that it has partnered with Hanger Clinic to bring the first-ever medically-certified 3D-printed bionic arm to the United States. More

Thyssenkrupp to launch Additive Manufacturing TechCenter Hub in Singapore

Apr.4, 2019 - German conglomerate thyssenkrupp will build an Additive Manufacturing TechCenter Hub in Singapore in 2019. The announcement was made at the Hannover Messe trade show on Wednesday (April 3). More

Researchers 3D print shrimp-inspired robot claw to produce underwater plasma

Apr.4, 2019 - A team has developed a 3D printed robot claw that mimics the pistol shrimp's basic behavior to generate plasma and, potentially a valuable tool for underwater science and industry. More

3D printed transparent skull lets scientists see how the brain works

Apr.3, 2019 - Researchers at the University of Minnesota have developed a unique 3D-printed transparent skull implant for mice as a way to view real-time activity on the brain surface. More

Qatar Airways to install Diehl Aviation's largest 3D printed passenger aircraft part

Apr.3, 2019 - The cabin and avionics specialist Diehl Aviation announced that it has delivered the largest, fully 3D-printed part for passenger aircraft to date for installation on a Qatar Airways Airbus A350 XWB. More

Auburn receives $5.2M NASA contract to develop 3D printing techniques to boost rocket performance

Apr.3, 2019 - Auburn University's Samuel Ginn College of Engineering announced that NASA has awarded a three-year, $5.2 million contract to develop additive manufacturing processes and techniques to boost liquid rocket engines performance. More

3D printed Glow Box, a window into an artificial mind

Apr.2, 2019 - Glow Box is a 3D printed hybrid object which imbues life into the object by displaying a real-time visualization of a neural network as it works to solve problems. More

NASA announces top 3 finalists for 3D printed Mars habitats challenge

Apr.2, 2019 - NASA has announced three finalists in an ongoing design competition, the latest stage of the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA's) 3D-printed Habitat Challenge. More

4D printed smart metamaterials can be stiff as wood or soft as sponge

Mar.29, 2019 - Rutgers University-New Brunswick engineers have created flexible, lightweight 4D printed materials with potential applications in morphing airplane or drone wings, soft robotics and tiny implantable biomedical devices. More

3D printed tissues could help heal athletes' damaged bone and cartilage

Mar.29, 2019 - Bioscientists are developing 3D printed artificial tissues that may help heal bone and cartilage typically damaged in sports-related injuries. More

Shapeways and EOS partner to venture into orthosis and prosthesis market

Mar.28, 2019 - New York-based 3D printing marketplace Shapeways is partnering with Industrial 3D printing specialist EOS to offer and supply market-ready orthosis and prosthesis to designers and businesses. More

MIT uses fine-scale 3D bioprinting to grow highly uniform cell cultures with desired properties

Mar.28, 2019 - Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have used fine-scale 3D bioprinting to grow cells that are highly uniform in shape and size, and potentially with certain functions. More

Researchers use 3D printers to weave wearable electronics into clothing

Mar.27, 2019 - A team of Chinese researchers has developed a new technique to use 3D printers to bind the electronic materials to the clothing textiles and enable them to harvest biomechanical energy from human motion. More

MIT develops Aguahoja, programmable water-based biocomposites for digital fabrication

Mar.25, 2019 - Researchers at the Mediated Matter Group at MIT Media Lab have created Aguahoja, a collection of natural artifacts that were digitally designed and robotically fabricated from the molecular components found in trees, insect exoskeletons, apples and bones. More

Thales Alenia Space takes 3D printing into series production for satellites and spacecraft

Mar.22, 2019 - Thales Alenia Space is taking 3D printing into series production to make components for telecom satellites built on the company's new all-electric Spacebus Neo platform. More

Sushi Singularity to serve 3D printed sushi based on customer's saliva and urine

Mar.21, 2019 - By using 'biological samples' including 'saliva, urine, [and] stool,' Open Meals will create a 3D printed sushi based on individual requirements. Open Meals plans to open a restaurant called Sushi Singularity in Tokyo in 2020. More

Digital Artisan, JSR and Castem create 3D printed Formless generative heels

Mar.20, 2019 - Digital Artisan, a Japanese design lab has teamed up with chemicals company JSR Corporation, , Castem, a manufacturer of precision casting parts, to create 'Generative Heel ' Formless' high heel shoes using 3D printing technology. More

Biodegradable HyO-Cups are dried gourds grown inside 3D printed molds

Mar.18, 2019 - Jun Aizaki, the founder of New York-based design studio Cr'me Design, and his team created HyO, a completely organic, biodegradable cup made from a gourd grown inside a 3D printed mould to take their functional shape. More

MIT uses 3D printing to build 'origami' robot gripper that grasps objects 120 times its weight

Mar.15, 2019 - MIT researchers have developed a robot gripper that uses a 3D printed origami structure to lift up to 100 times its own weight. More

New research uses different wavelengths of light to 3D print with multiple materials

Mar.14, 2019 - Scientists at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have developed a novel 3D printer that uses patterns of visible and ultraviolet light to 3D print with more than one material. More

BU researchers 3D print 'acoustic metamaterial' that cancels sound without blocking airflow

Mar.13, 2019 - A team of mechanical engineers at Boston University say that it is possible to silence noise using an open, ringlike structure, created to mathematically perfect specifications, for cutting out sounds while maintaining airflow. More

ThisAbles: IKEA Israel launches free 3D printable furniture hacks for people with disabilities

Mar.13, 2019 - Ikea, the largest furniture manufacturer in the world, has teamed up with nonprofits Milbat and Access Israel, to develop ThisAbles, a line of 3D-printed add-ons for Ikea furniture. More

Bugatti unveils Baby II, a '30K EV with 3D printed Type 35 body

Mar.12, 2019 - For its 110th birthday, French car manufacturer Bugatti is digging up the Bugatti Type 35, the company's famous racing car also called the Bugatti Baby, and giving it a modern makeover. More

The 'ZENOS' 3D printed prosthetic arm is designed for cycling

Mar.11, 2019 - Industrial designer Chan Lee has developed 'ZENOS' 3D printed prosthetic arm for mountain bike riding and cycling. More

University of British Columbia researchers create 3D printed 'artificial nose' to detect gas

Mar.8, 2019 - Researchers at the University of British Columbia have 3D printed a microfluidic device capable of detecting various gasses. More

Swinburne University's Repairbot 3D prints replacement bracket on headlamp

Mar.8, 2019 - In a world-first, a joint industry-research 3D printing robot, Repairbot, has successfully 3D printed a replacement lug on an automotive headlamp assembly as part of a project underway at Swinburne University. More

RIT researcher creates 3D printed bio-polymer structure to help body heal itself

Mar.7, 2019 - Iris Rivero, an engineering professor at Rochester Institute of Technology, has found that compatible combinations of polymers and biomaterials can be successfully used to fabricate 'scaffolds,' 3D printed structures that can be used to grow new and healthy tissue. More

Czech university team develops first bionic 3D printed scooter

Mar.7, 2019 - Engineers from the Technical University of Ostrava (V'B -TUO) in the Czech Republic have created the first 3D printed scooter with a stainless steel bionic frame in collaboration with the UK-based manufacturer Renishaw. More

3Diligent produces 140 3D printed components for Seattle's second tallest tower

Mar.7, 2019 - Californian digital manufacturing service provider 3Diligent has 3D printed 140 unique exterior curtain wall nodes for the Rainier Square Tower which is currently under construction in Seattle. More

Sweden to serve 3D printed food to elderly in care homes

Mar.6, 2019 - Swedish municipalities are planning to serve 3D printed food at care homes for the elderly. The municipalities hope to stimulate residents' appetites by making the 3D printed food look like the real thing. More

LLNL researchers 3D print live cells that convert glucose to ethanol and CO2

Mar.6, 2019 - Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) researchers have successfully 3D printed live cells that convert glucose to ethanol and carbon dioxide gas (CO2), a substance that resembles beer. More

TUM architects create 3D printed facade for Munich's Deutsches Museum

Mar.6, 2019 - Architects at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) have partnered with David Wolferstetter Architektur (DWA) in the development of a 3D printed fa'ade, which will serve as the new entrance of the Deutsches Museum in Munich, Germany. More

Scientists develop 3D printed plastic-composite sensor capable of detecting changes in water

Mar.5, 2019 - A Spanish-Israeli team of scientists led by Pilar Amo-Ochoa from the Autonomous University of Madrid (UAM) has developed a versatile 3D printed plastic-composite sensor capable of detecting tiny amounts of water. The 3D printable material is non-toxic and changes its color from purple to blue in wet conditions. More

US army works with air force-invented steel alloy to 3D print ultra-strong steel parts

Mar.5, 2019 - At the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command's Army Research Laboratory, materials manufacturing scientists are 3D printing intricate geometries with ultra-high-strength using air force-invented steel alloy. More

3D bioprinted, vascularized proximal tubules mimic human kidney functions

Mar.5, 2019 - Wyss Institute Core Faculty member Jennifer Lewis, Sc.D., in collaboration with the Roche Innovation Center Basel in Switzerland, created a 3D bioprinted vascularized proximal tubule model in which independently perfusable tubules and blood vessels are printed adjacent to one another within an engineered extracellular matrix. More

DFAB HOUSE, digitally-built by ETH Zurich using robots & 3D printers, opens in Switzerland

Mar.1, 2019 - DFAB HOUSE has officially opened on the NEST building of Empa and Eawag in D'bendorf in Switzerland. The project marks the world's first inhabited "house" that was not only digitally planned, but also built largely digitally with the help of robots and 3D printers. More

Aurora, UWA and RPH to 3D print titanium medical implants for humans

Feb.27, 2019 - 3D printing specialist Aurora Labs has signed a deal with the University of Western Australia and Royal Perth Hospital 'to explore use of 3D printing to create human medical implants. More

3D printed steel tool cuts through titanium, wins $15K innovation prize

Feb.27, 2019 - PhD candidate Jimmy Toton from RMIT University in Melbourne, Australia, has won the 2019 Young Defence Innovator Award and $15,000 prize at the Avalon International Airshow for the research of 3D printed steel tools that can cut titanium alloys. More

Ruth E. Carter & 3D printed Black Panther cape and crown win Oscar for Best Costume Design

Feb.27, 2019 - The 2019 Oscars ceremony took place on 24 February 2019 at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, Los Angeles. American costume designer Ruth E. Carter took home the award for best costume design for her work for Black Panther, one of 2018's highest-grossing films. More

Aircraft carrier USS George HW Bush maintenance includes 3D printing upgrade

Feb.26, 2019 - United States aircraft carrier USS George H.W. Bush will spend the next 28 months in dry dock at the Navy's public shipyard for a scheduled overhaul. More

Olli, a 3D printed autonomous shuttle debuts at Sacramento State University

Feb.26, 2019 - Local Motors of Chandler, Arizona, introduced its 3D-printed, autonomous, electric Olli shuttles to California State University, Sacramento is a public comprehensive university in Sacramento. More

ESA completes first hot-fire test of 3D printed BERTA rocket engine

Feb.25, 2019 - The European Space Agency (ESA) announced last week that its BERTA engine, a full scale, 3D printed rocket engine demonstrator has completed its first test run on 18 February 2019. More

Scientists find a way to predict formation of gas pockets that cause 3D printing defects

Feb.25, 2019 - Research teams from Carnegie Mellon University and the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory has identified gas pockets that cause 3D printing defects and created a methodology to predict the formation of the gas pockets. More

Nanoscale 3D printing helps reveal how firefly-inspired surface can boost LED efficiency

Feb.22, 2019 - Scientists from Penn State University have created a new type of light-emitting diode (LED) lightbulb that could change the way we light our homes. The design of the new LEDs mimics the structures used by fireflies in nature, and could improve efficiency while reducing power bills. More

DEEPTIME unveils Ionic Sound System, 3D printed speakers made from sand

Feb.21, 2019 - Following its introduction of the world's first speakers 3D printed from a wooden composite, Deeptime has 'unveiled the first commercially available audio system made from sand. More

EcoLogicStudio installs two 3D printed living sculptures exploring future forms of spatial intelligence

Feb.21, 2019 - London-based architectural and their research partners, the urban design practice ecoLogicStudio has installed two 3D printed living sculptures exploring the future forms of spatial intelligence in the exhibition 'La Fabrique du Vivant' (The Fabric of the living) at the Centre Pompidou in Paris between 20 February ' 15 April 2019. More

Researchers combine old-school logic gates with 3D printing to create 'sentient' materials

Feb.21, 2019 - By combining old-school logic gates with 3D printing, researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have created 'sentient' materials that can respond to changes in their surroundings, even in extreme environments that would destroy electronic components, such as high radiation, heat or pressure. More

Scientist uses quantum dots and 3D printed fluorescence box to track pollen grains

Feb.20, 2019 - Dr Corneile Minnaar, a pollination biologist from Stellenbosch University in South Africa has come up with a new idea of using quantum dots and 3D printed fluorescence box to track the fate of individual pollen grains. More

Elzelinde van Doleweerd is 3D printing snacks from food waste

Feb.20, 2019 - Elzelinde van Doleweerd, recent graduate of the University of Eindhoven, started Upprinting Food to reduce food waste with 3D printing. More

DSTA Singapore and thyssenkrupp to explore 3D printing for submarines

Feb.19, 2019 - Singapore's Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) and thyssenkrupp Marine Systems signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on new technologies such as additive manufacturing and data analytics for naval applications. More

SFU researchers use cellulose material to 3D print wireless IoT sensors

Feb.19, 2019 - Simon Fraser University's Mechatronic System professor Woo Soo Kim and Swiss researchers are developing an eco-friendly, 3D printable solution for producing wireless Internet-of-Things (IoT) sensors. More

NASA awards $2M to team making tiny 3D printed sensors for planetary rovers

Feb.18, 2019 - Researchers funded by NASA will use 3D printing technology to print sensors and even a partial circuitry for wireless communication on a single board that measures just two-by-three-inches in size. More

3D bioprinted BioMask could quickly heal facial skin wounds

Feb.15, 2019 - Researchers at the Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM) 3D printed a skin cell-infused BioMask for treating facial wounds. More

3D bioprinted in vitro models could lead to improved anticancer drugs

Feb.13, 2019 - Researchers at the University of Minnesota use 3D bioprinting to create 3D environments that more accurately predict cellular behavior. More

Newcastle University researchers 3D bioprint artificial cornea with self-assembling 4D biomaterials

Feb.13, 2019 - Newcastle University researchers use 4D biomaterials to 3D bioprint a self-curving cornea. More

3D printed 'sutrode' stimulates nerves to improve biological functions

Feb.12, 2019 - The ARC Centre of Excellence for Electromaterials Science 3D printed a "sutrode" that stimulates nerves to improve biological functions. More

NASA installs Tethers Unlimited Refabricator on the ISS that recycles plastic for 3D prints

Feb.12, 2019 - NASA installs Tethers Unlimited Refabricator on the ISS that recycles plastic for 3D printing objects on long-term missions. More

Lamborghini uses Carbon 3D printing for production of auto parts at scale

Feb.12, 2019 - Lamborghini is the latest automotive company to adopt 3D printing technology for its production process. The company is working with Carbon to more efficiently produce lightweight end-use parts. More

Daniel Harari invented and 3D printed an Active Strain Relief device for filament

Feb.11, 2019 - Daniel Harari invented and 3D printed an Active Strain Relief device that relieves tension on 3D printing filament that's distant from the 3D printer. More

Naval Group and Centrale Nantes 3D print world's first hollow propeller blade

Feb.11, 2019 - Naval Group and Centrale Nantes 3D print world's first hollow propeller blade to reduce the environmental impact of container ships. More

University of Wollongong researchers use 3D printed visual aid to combat antibiotic resistance

Feb.8, 2019 - Researchers at University of Wollongong 3D printed a model of a protein to help them visualize its bonding behavior. More

Spaceflight company Orbex reveals new Prime rocket with 3D printed engine

Feb.8, 2019 - Orbex, a startup which plans to develop and launch UK' s first rocket has opened its headquarters in Forres, Moray. The firm has also unveiled a 3D printed rocket engine to propel cargo into space. More

AI SpaceFactory wins second in Phase 3 of NASA's 3D-Printed Habitat Challenge

Feb.7, 2019 - New York-based AI SpaceFactory wins second in Phase 3 of NASA's 3D-Printed Habitat Challenge using a "Martian polymer." More

Scientists develop 3D printed self-repairing rubber material

Feb.6, 2019 - Researchers at University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering have developed a 3D printed rubber materials that can repair itself all on its own if it becomes fractured or punctured. More

COS and Arthur Mamou-Mani 3D printing pavilion for 2019 milan design week

Feb.6, 2019 - London-based fashion brand COS has announced that the French architect Arthur Mamou-Mani will create a 3D printed bipplastic pavilion for its eight consecutive display during Milan Design Week 2019. More

Swiss researchers 3D print funicular flooring systems to reduce concrete use

Feb.5, 2019 - Swiss researchers collaborate to 3D print funicular floors to reduce the usage of concrete in construction. More

Clearing up space junk: 3D printed satellites will make space more equitable

Feb.5, 2019 - MIT's Danielle Wood explains how 3D printing satellites in orbit will bring more justice to space. More

You can 3D print your own model of asteroid Bennu now, thanks to NASA

Feb.4, 2019 - NASA released a new 3D printable shape model of the asteroid Bennu created from data collected by the OSIRIS-REx spacecraft. More

Danish chef Kenneth Toft-Hansen wins prestigious Bocuse d'Or competition with help of 3D printing

Feb.4, 2019 - Danish chef Kenneth Toft-Hansen came first at the Bocuse d'Or chefs world championship in Lyon with the use of 3D printed molds. More

Harvesting energy from wireless signals to power 3D printed IoT device

Feb.1, 2019 - KAUST researchers created a 3D printed cube that harvests energy from wireless and mobile signals. More

3D printed wing evolution to faster flight

Feb.1, 2019 - Researchers at NYU 3D printed 15 generations of "bred" wings to find the fastest wing. More

Scientists build 'Replicator' 3D printer that uses light to turn liquids into objects in minutes

Feb.1, 2019 - Researchers have unveiled a 3D printer, called 'Replicator', that uses light to transform gooey liquids into complex solid objects in only a matter of minutes. More

HP's FitStation platform uses 3D scanning & printing to make perfect shoe and insole

Jan.31, 2019 - HP's FitStation platform uses 3D scanning and 3D printing to make the perfect shoe and insole. The FitStation is now used by all 32 NFL teams to make customized footwear for each athlete. More

3D printing microstructures that can be moved with temperature or light

Jan.31, 2019 - Researchers from Karlsruher Institut für Technologie (KIT) have 3D printed movable microstructures that can be controlled with temperature or light. More

Google Arts and Culture, Stratasys team up on 3D printing historical artifacts

Jan.31, 2019 - Google Arts and Culture and Stratasys'are re-imagining some of the world's most cherished artifacts and historical monuments through additive manufacturing. More

Huntington Ingalls Industries delivers first 3D printed metal part for US Navy aircraft carrier installation

Jan.31, 2019 - Huntington Ingalls Industries' Newport News Shipbuilding division announced it has delivered the first 3D-printed metal part to the US Navy for installation on an aircraft carrier. More

Iwakuni Marines 3D print engine ship kit for repairing fighter jets

Jan.30, 2019 - Iwakuni Marines designed two 3D printed parts for servicing fighter jets and their weapons. More

Ford made history with largest metal 3D printed automotive part for Ken Block's Hoonitruck

Jan.30, 2019 - Ford is claiming a record for the largest 3D-printed metal part for a working vehicle in automotive history. That vehicle is Ken Block's "Hoonitruck" Ford pickup. More

World's first fully 3D printed concept car is a tribute to David Bowie

Jan.30, 2019 - Japanese designer Takumi Yamamoto makes tribute to David Bowie with the first fully 3D printed concept car. More

Engineers create 3D printed smart objects with 'embodied logic'

Jan.29, 2019 - Researchers at the University of Pennsylvania 3D print objects with "emboied logic," allowing them to move without motors or servos. More

Volvo installs 3D printed Living Seawall tiles in Sydney Harbour to combat ocean plastic pollution

Jan.29, 2019 - Volvo installed a 3D printed Living Seawall in Sydney Harbour comprised of tiles that mimic mangrove roots to combat ocean plastic pollution. More

UMD engineers create smallest-ever 3D printed fluidic circuit element

Jan.28, 2019 - A team of engineers at the University of Maryland have created the first 3D-printed fluid circuit element so tiny that 10 could rest on the width of a human hair. More

Nascar driver Brad Keselowski started a 3D printing company

Jan.28, 2019 - Nascar driver Brad Keselowski started a 3D printing company called Keselowski Advanced Manufacturing to serve aerospace, energy, and medical customers. More

Ica & Kostika launches luxury 3D printed Exobiology shoe collection

Jan.28, 2019 - A luxury footwear brand called Ica & Kostika have used 3D printing technology to create a range of shoes which it dubbed as its 'Exobiology' collection. Inspired from nature, the shoes are shaped and designed to 'comfortably fit the natural form of the foot'. More

3D printed magnetic mesh robots can reshape and grab objects while floating on water

Jan.25, 2019 - North Carolina State University researchers 3D print soft robots controlled by magnetic fields capable of grasping. More

Researchers uses multimaterial 3D printing to create first fast-response, stiffness-tunable soft actuator

Jan.25, 2019 - Researchers from Singapore and China used direct-ink writing and multi-material 3D printing to embed heating and cooling elements into the actuators, creating the first fast-response, stiffness-tunable (FRST) soft actuators. More

Color-changing cup 3D printed with gold nanoparticles

Jan.24, 2019 - Researchers at Wageningen University in the Netherlands 3D printed a modern "Lycurgus Cup" with dichroic color-changing properties. More

On anniversary, Vatican's Swiss Guard upgrades to 3D printed plastic helmets

Jan.24, 2019 - The Vatican's Swiss Guard donned their new 3D printed helmets on their 513th birthday. More

Thomas Sanladerer makes a Printrbot Play 3D printer portable

Jan.24, 2019 - YouTuber Thomas Sanladerer modified a Printrbot Play 3D printer to be battery powered. More

TU Delft researchers 3D print microstructure gradients

Jan.23, 2019 - TU Delft researchers have improved the process of 3D printing graded microstructures. More

University Hospital Basel enhances patient care with axial3D medical 3D printing platform

Jan.23, 2019 - University Hospital Basel, Switzerland, and UK medtech 3D printing company axial3D which specialises in providing 3D printing solutions for medical applications, have formed a new alliance to improve the efficiency of the delivery of patient care and enhanced process management at the hospitals' 3D print lab. More

Virginia Tech engineers develop process to 3D print piezoelectric materials

Jan.23, 2019 - Scientists at Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) claim that the piezoelectric material will be able to be 3D printed in ways that will not restrict them by shape or size. More

HP says it will restrict its 3D printers' ability to make 'ghost guns'

Jan.22, 2019 - HP is taking steps to prevent "ghost guns" from being fabricated with their 3D printers. More

3D printed robot recreates the gait of 290 million year old animal

Jan.22, 2019 - Researchers in Germany 3D printed a robot to investigate the walk of a 290 million year old creature. More

Empa researcher 3D prints ear out of cellulose

Jan.21, 2019 - A researcher at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology used cellulose to 3D print an ear. More

US Army researching 3D printed ceramic body armor

Jan.21, 2019 - Researchers are working on 3D printed ceramic body armor at the United States Army Research Laboratory. More

US Air Force installs first 3D printed titanium part on F-22 fighter aircraft

Jan.21, 2019 - The U.S. Air Force's 574th Aircraft Maintenance Squadron has installed for the first time a 3D-printed, titanium-based bracket onto an operational F-22 Raptor jet during depot maintenance operations at Hill Air Force Base in Utah, according to the Air Force. More

Relativity Space gets Air Force approval to launch 3D printed rockets from Cape Canaveral

Jan.18, 2019 - Relativity Space, a three-year-old start-up that aspires to build rockets using 3D printers, announced a contract Thursday with the U.S. Air Force to build and operate a launch facility at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station in Florida. More

Zero Waste Lab in Greece directly recycling waste plastic into 3D printed furniture

Jan.18, 2019 - THE NEW RAW opened the Zero Waste Lab in Greece to directly recycle waste plastic into 3D printed furniture. More

Researchers at Ghent University 3D print bridge with least amount of concrete

Jan.17, 2019 - Researchers at Ghent University used algorithms to determine the least amount of concrete required to 3D print a functional bridge. More

TAHOE Boats builds first hull with Thermwood 3D printed tooling

Jan.17, 2019 - Tahoe Boats has made its first hull mold using 3D printing. Thermwood's Large Scale Additive Manufacturing (LSAM) system was utilized to custom-print the tool used to manufacture T16's hull. More

Deloitte: 5G nets, 3D printing and smart speakers among top 2019 opportunities

Jan.17, 2019 - The technology, media and telecommunications (TMT) practice at Deloitte, the business advisory firm, has reveals its latest digital trends for 2019 in its annual UK technology, media and telecoms (TMT) report. 5G enters the mainstream in 2019; 3D printing: growth accelerates again, but remains niche. More

World's longest 3D printed concrete pedestrian bridge opens in Shanghai

Jan.16, 2019 - A 26-meter long 3D printed concrete pedestrian bridge opened in Wisdom Bay Innovation Park in Shanghai. More

Unlimited Tomorrow displays incredible AI-equipped 3D printed prosthetic arm at CES

Jan.16, 2019 - Unlimited Tomorrow showed off their AI-equipped 3D printed prosthetic arm at CES 2019. More

Europe's first concrete 3D printing facility opens in Eindhoven, Netherlands

Jan.16, 2019 - The first concrete 3D printing facility of Europe opens in Eindhoven, Netherlands. More

Shunji Yamanaka brings 'READY TO CRAWL' 3D printed bio-inspired robots to London's Japan House

Jan.16, 2019 - "Prototyping in Tokyo: Illustrating design-led innovation" is the latest exhibition coming to Japan House London in January 2019. The exhibition will showcase the innovative 3D printed designs created by professor Shunji Yamanaka, who leads the Yamanaka Laboratory at the University of Tokyo. More

China reveals plans to 3D print houses on the Moon's surface

Jan.15, 2019 - China wants to be the first country to establish a base on the moon and will be using 3D printing technology to build facilities, China National Space Administration (CNSA) said Monday, weeks after landing a rover on the far side of the moon. More

UCSD: 3D printed implant fuels nerve growth and helps heal spinal cord injuries

Jan.15, 2019 - Researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine and Institute of Engineering in Medicine have used rapid 3D printing technologies to create a spinal cord, before successfully implanted the scaffolding, loaded with neural stem cells, into sites of severe spinal cord injury in rats. More

Ayúdame3D provides free 3D printed prosthetics to people around the world

Jan.15, 2019 - Guillermo Martinez' Ayúdame3D provides free 3D printed prosthetics to people around the world. More

3D printed bridge opens in Shanghai after being built in 35 days

Jan.14, 2019 - After 35 days of printing, the bridge is finally complete.'The 15-metre-long S-shaped 3D printed pedestrian bridge opens to the public in Taopu Smart City Central Park in Shanghai last Friday. More

The VIBA Jane is a 3D printed variant of the Honda Monkey

Jan.14, 2019 - French designer Yann Bakonyi revealed the VIBA Jane motorcycle, a variant of the Honda Monkey with a 3D printed aluminum fuel tank. More

US Army engineers 3D print reinforced concrete footbridge at Camp Pendleton

Jan.11, 2019 - Researchers at the U.S. Army Engineer Research and Development Center (ERDC), led by mechanical engineer Megan Kreiger, recently 3D printed a 32-ft-long reinforced concrete footbridge'at Camp Pendleton in Southern California. More

3D printed sponge could absorb excess chemotherapy drugs and minimize side effects

Jan.11, 2019 - Researchers from UC San Francisco the University of California developed a 3D printed sponge that absorbs excess chemotherapy drugs in the bloodstream. More

Open Bionics raises £4.6m for 3D printed 'super hero' bionic arms for children

Jan.11, 2019 - Open Bionics, a UK-based developer of low-cost 3D printed prosthetic hands, has 'raised £4.6m from investors including Formula 1 team Williams. More

200 million years old sea monster skull reproduced with 3D printing

Jan.10, 2019 - Researchers from three UK universities worked together to CT scan and 3D print an ichthyosaur skull. More

SUTD researchers use 3D printed nanostructures to create anti-counterfeiting device

Jan.10, 2019 - Researchers from the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) have invented a new type of anti-counterfeiting technology called holographic colour prints for securing important documents such as identity cards, passports and banknotes. More

Betatype's 3D metal printing increases orthopaedic implants productivity by 2X

Jan.9, 2019 - Betatype demonstrates productivity gains using their metal AM solution in orthopaedic office. More

HSS, LimaCorporate to open 3D printing lab for custom orthopedic implants in New York

Jan.9, 2019 - Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), the top-ranked orthopedic hospital in the U.S. and Italy-based medical device manufacturer LimaCorporate (Lima) announced the formation of the first provider-based additive manufacturing facility for custom complex implants. More

Dr. Scholl's partners with Wiivv to offer custom 3D printed insoles

Jan.8, 2019 - 112-year old Dr. Scholl's, the category leader in foot care, is partnering with start-up Wiivv to offer fully custom 3D printed insoles. Using a simple smartphone app, consumers can personalize their own design and order a Dr. Scholl's custom 3D printed insole mapped from 400 points on their feet. More

University of Pittsburgh and General Carbide research 3D printing with tungsten

Jan.8, 2019 - The University of Pittsburgh and General Carbide received a $57,000 grant to research 3D printing with tungsten carbide. More

ActivArmor teams with JOI to offer custom-fit 3D printed casts and splints

Jan.8, 2019 - ActivArmor, a Colorado based company specializing in custom-fit 3D printed casts and splints is partnering with Jacksonville Orthopaedic Institute, official Sport Medicine Provider for teams like the Armada, the Blue Wave, JU, the Jaguars, and the Sharks, to bring its novel medical casts and splints to the Jacksonville region. More

3D printing dew collectors that pull water out of desert air

Jan.7, 2019 - A research team at Ohio State University 3D printed various surface geometries to collect dew. More

BMW M850i Night Sky is a one-off customized with meteorites and 3D printed parts

Jan.4, 2019 - BMW unveiled a unique project created by its Individual Manufaktur customization division in Garching, Germany called M850i "Night Sky." More

Neutrogena MaskiD is using AI to 3D print personalized face masks

Jan.4, 2019 - Neutrogena will unveil a new personalized skincare product, the Neutrogena MaskiD at CES 2019. The Neutrogena MaskiD is a patent-pending, micro 3D-printed sheet mask that's customized in both shape and ingredients. More

IBM files patent for acoustic hologram 3D printing

Jan.4, 2019 - A patent filed by IBM covers "3D printing on the surface of an acoustic hologram." More

Spanish researchers 3D bioprint functional muscle tissues for soft robotics

Jan.3, 2019 - A team at the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia (IBEC) 3D bioprinted functional muscle fibers. More

MIT upgraded their glass 3D printer: G3DP2

Jan.3, 2019 - MIT researchers upgrade their glass 3D printer for industrial applications: the G3DP2. More

NASA engineer 3D prints impressive glitter bomb for package thieves

Jan.2, 2019 - Ex-NASA engineer Mark Rober designed and 3D printed a bait package that glitter bombs porch pirates. More

Saudi Arabia 3D prints a house in two days

Dec.31, 2018 - Dutch company CyBe 3D printed Saudi Arabia's first house over two days. More

3D printing food: lab creates 3D food printer that cooks its prints with a laser

Dec.31, 2018 - 3D printing food: Columbia University PhD researcher Jonathan Bluthinger developed a 3D food printer that uses a laser to cook its prints. More

KAIST & Harvard researchers 3D print shape-conformable batteries for wearables

Dec.28, 2018 - Researchers from KAIST and Harvard 3D printed several custom-shaped batteries that are safe and environmentally friendly for wearables. More

The 3D printed Christmas ornament that 3D prints Christmas ornaments

Dec.27, 2018 - Sean Hodgins designed a 3D printed Christmas ornament that 3D prints Christmas ornaments. More

Bulgarian patient receives first 3D printed rib implant

Dec.27, 2018 - A man was implanted with a 3D printed rib in Bulgaria. More

Watch Bugatti test world's first 3D printed titanium brake caliper

Dec.26, 2018 - Bugatti sets a brake disc on fire when bench testing a 3D printed titanium brake caliper. More

Micropores in 3D printed tissue allow the flow of oxygen and nutrients

Dec.24, 2018 - A research team at Penn State developed a method of 3D printing porous tissues that allow oxygen and nutrients to circulate through the tissue. More

Powering lights with 3D printed bricks

Dec.21, 2018 - London scientists invent electricity-generating 3D printed brick powered by differences in temperature. More

Korean researchers 3D print functional airway-on-a-chip

Dec.21, 2018 - Korean researchers 3D print an airway-on-a-chip that mimics a human airway. More

343 Industries and Limbitless partner for Halo-themed 3D printed prosthetic arm for kids

Dec.20, 2018 - Microsoft's 343 Industries and bionics non-profit Limbitless Solutions have announced a collaboration to provide Halo-themed, 3D printed prosthetic arm for kids. More

Indian researchers 3D bioprint load-bearing bones

Dec.20, 2018 - A team of Indian researchers 3D bioprinted a cartilage scaffold that grew into bone. More

Scientists develop 3D printed robotic hand that can play Jingle Bells on the piano

Dec.20, 2018 - Scientists at the University of Cambridge have developed a 3D printed robotic hand which can play simple tunes on the piano. The robotic hand plays simple musical phrases on the piano by just moving its wrist. More

Cytosurge 3D prints Kokichi Sugihara's 'impossible object' at the microscale

Dec.19, 2018 - Switzerland-based micrometer 3D printing company Cytosurge has 3D printed copper “impossble objects” the size of red blood cells. Impossible objects are a class of shapes that appear like different shapes when viewed from different angles. More

Researchers 3D print 'Digital Wood' with stunning internal structure

Dec.19, 2018 - Columbia University researchers 3D print the internal structure of wood using destructive tomographic imaging, stochastic dithering, and voxel printing. More

Designer Ganit Goldstein unveils new 3D printed woven shoes 'Between The Layers'

Dec.19, 2018 - Ganit Goldstein, a fashion design graduate from the Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem, has collaborated with 3D printing manufacturer Stratasys to introduce a new series of unique 3D printed woven shoes collection called 'Between the Layers'. More

Ambionics: Father helps other kids after 3D printing hydraulic arm for two-year old son

Dec.18, 2018 - Ben Ryan started the prosthetics company Ambionics after designing a 3D printable, hydraulic arm for his two-year old son. More

The stiffest possible material is 3D printed by ETH Zurich

Dec.18, 2018 - ETH Zurich professor Dirk Mohr 3D prints a material with a plate-lattice structure that's as stiff as a material can be. More

Transparent lenses from an FDM 3D printer

Dec.17, 2018 - Tomer Gluck of FennecLabs 3D prints clear lenses with desktop FDM 3D printer. More

3D printed head can unlock top Android smartphones, iPhone X impenetrable

Dec.17, 2018 - Forbes reporter Thomas Brewster recently challenged a variety of smartphone face-recognition systems with a 3D printed head modeled after his own head. More

MIT scientists can now shrink 3D printed objects down to nanoscale versions

Dec.17, 2018 - MIT researchers shrink 3D printed hydrogel with embedded electronics down to the nanoscale with controlled dehydration. More

MIT researchers 3D print inexpensive microfluidics device for personalized cancer treatment

Dec.14, 2018 - Researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have 3D printed a novel microfluidic device that simulates cancer treatments on biopsied tumor tissue. The 3D printed device can help clinicians better examine how individual patients may respond to different therapeutics before administering a single dose. More

LSU student 3D prints first full 'human' for radiation therapy research

Dec.14, 2018 - Meagan Moore, a Biological and Agricultural Engineering student from Louisiana State University (LSU) has 3D printed a full-size "human body" for radiation therapy research. More

3D printed smart pill could release drugs via Bluetooth

Dec.14, 2018 - Researchers at MIT, Brigham and Women's Hospital, and Draper 3D print ingestible pills that can wirelessly relay information to a smartphone and deliver drugs. More

UCLA Scientists reconstruct 1,500-year-old Tiwanaku temple with 3D printing

Dec.13, 2018 - An ancient Incan city in Bolivia has been recreated using 3D printed models of fragments from a building. More

Doctor's Without Borders hospital in Jordan is 3D printing prosthetics for conflict victims

Dec.13, 2018 - A Doctor's Without Borders hospital in Amman, Jordan is 3D printing prosthetics for conflict victims. More

Researcher at Penn State demonstrates superiority of 3D printed superalloy

Dec.12, 2018 - Penn State researcher Allison Breese demonstrates that 3D printed superalloys aren't prone to dynamic strain aging like conventional superalloys. More

3D printing aides for those ailed with arthritis

Dec.12, 2018 - Joshua Pearce at Michigan Tech 3D prints assistive devices for arthritis that are 94% cheaper than those that are commercially available. More

Volkswagen toolmaking opens advanced 3D printing center, plans to mass produce parts in 2-3 years

Dec.11, 2018 - German automaker Volkswagen's toolmaking unit has just announced that it is opening an advanced 3D printing centre at the company's main production facility in Wolfsburg which will allow the production of complex vehicle parts. More

ORNL 3D printed neutron scattering collimators that are better and cheaper

Dec.11, 2018 - ORNL researchers Bianca Haberl and Amy Elliott 3D print collimators for neutron scattering instruments that are more detailed and cheaper than traditional collimators. More

Harvard's 3D printing workflow helps predict leaky heart valves

Dec.11, 2018 - Researchers at the Wyss Institute for Biologically Inspired Engineering at Harvard University have created a 3D printing workflow that allows cardiologists to predict the performance of artificial heart valves, and evaluate how different valve sizes will interact with each patient's unique anatomy. More

LLNL researchers invent 3D printed metamaterial that stiffens with magnetic field

Dec.10, 2018 - Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) researchers invent 3D printed latticed metamaterial filled with ferrofluid that stiffens with magnetic field. More

Angel Trains, ESG and Stratasys partner to 3D print interior components for rail industry

Dec.10, 2018 - Angel Trains, one of Britain's leading train leasing specialists, has partnered with engineering consultancy ESG Rail, and 3D printing technology provider Stratasys, to produce four interior components using 3D printing. More

ESA leads development of 3D printed skin, bone and body parts for future astronauts

Dec.10, 2018 - Experts gather for an ESA ESTEC workshop in the Netherlands to discuss 3D bioprinting skin, bones, and organs in space. More

Purdue researchers use ultrasonic vibrations to improve 3D printing with viscous materials

Dec.7, 2018 - Purdue researchers at Next Offset Solutions Inc develop method of 3D printing viscous materials with ultrasonic vibrations. More

3D printed HeX earbuds not just for the hearing impaired

Dec.7, 2018 - Manchester Metropolitan University student Elen Parry creates concept 3D printed HeX earbuds to help hearing impaired and everyone else. More

Russian scientists 3D bioprint mouse's thyroid in zero gravity on ISS

Dec.6, 2018 - Russian scientists have managed to grow the thyroid gland of a mouse in zero gravity using a 3D bioprinter on board on the International Space Station (ISS). The unique 3D magnetic bioprinter, called Organ.Aut, was delivered to the ISS by a Soyuz MS-11 spacecraft on December 3. More

WSU researchers create 3D printed glucose biosensors for diabetes monitoring

Dec.6, 2018 - Researchers Arda Gozen and Yuehe Lin at WSU 3D print the first flexible glucose biosensors intended for a wearable glucose monitoring device for diabetes care. More

Ford unveils Advanced Manufacturing Center and 3D prints Shelby Mustang GT 500 parts

Dec.5, 2018 - Ford Motor is making a big bet on futuristic technologies to help speed manufacturing innovation. The company has spent $45-million on its Advanced Manufacturing Center in Redford Township, Michigan, just west of Detroit. More

Get a grip with ORIGIBOT2, a 3D printed telepresence robot

Dec.5, 2018 - Origin Robotics is crowdfunding ORIGIBOT2 on Indiegogo, a 3D printed telepresence robot with an articulating gripper. More

MIT Technology Review's Erin Winick 3D prints her dream wedding

Dec.4, 2018 - Erin Winick at MIT Technology Review 3D printed her wedding bouquets, among other things. More

UC San Diego's easy-to-use 3D bioprinting technique creates lifelike tissues from natural materials

Dec.3, 2018 - Bioengineers at the University of California San Diego have developed an easy-to-use 3D bioprinting technique to produce lifelike organ tissue models from natural materials. More

Genius: 100 Visions of the Future, world's first 3D book printed on space station

Dec.3, 2018 - Genius 100, a global community focusing on solution to major issues, have printed the world's first 3D book: Genius: 100 Visions of the Future. More

Update: world's first 3D printed plastic bridge completed after 35 days

Dec.3, 2018 - Update: Shanghai Construction Group completes world's first 3D printed plastic bridge after 35 days of printing. More

Clemson researchers develop ceramic laser 3D printing technique for energy storage

Nov.30, 2018 - Researchers at Clemson University are working on a new 3D printing technique involving rapid laser processing to create "protonic ceramic electrolyzer stacks" that convert electricity to hydrogen as a way of storing energy. More

Israeli startup Jet Eat testing 3D printed vegan steaks

Nov.30, 2018 - Isreali startup Jet Eat testing 3D printed vegan steaks to be launched in 2020. More

Youbionic adds 3D printed bionic arms to Boston Dynamics robot dog SpotMini

Nov.29, 2018 - Italian Youbionic has joined forces with the well-known robotics company Boston Dynamics to meld a pair of bionic arms with the adorable (or terrifying depending on your perspective) SpotMini. More

MIT's RePaint uses AI and 3D printing to accurately reproduce paintings for your home

Nov.29, 2018 - A team from MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) proposed a system called RePaint for reproduction of paintings, which uses a combination of 3D printing and deep learning to authentically recreate favorite paintings, regardless of different lighting conditions or placement. More

Michigan Tech Researchers invent 3D Printable Polymer Pelletizer Chopper

Nov.28, 2018 - Researchers at Michigan Technological University invent 3D Printable Polymer Pelletizer Chopper and it chops 3D printer filament into pellet-sized pieces that can be used in a fused granular fabrication (FGF) 3D printer or re-extruded as a new filament spool. More

Cardi B wears $3,400 custom 3D printed Balenciaga coat

Nov.28, 2018 - The 26-year-old rapper Cardi B posted a picture on her Instagram account yesterday, showing off a plaid two-piece Balenciaga dress-slash-coat that was made using a 3D printer. More

Carbon Performance 3D prints high-performance suspension upright for Lotus Elise

Nov.27, 2018 - UK-based Carbon Performance 3D prints high-performance suspension upright for Lotus Elise sports car. More

Lenco to Kickstart world's first 3D printed, modular record player: The Lenco-MD

Nov.27, 2018 - Lenco to Kickstart the first 3D printed modular record player with RepRapUniverse and The Qeske Community, the Lenco-MD. More

UA scientist gets $2M DoD grant to regrow long bone segments using 3D printing

Nov.27, 2018 - Dr. John A. Szivek has recently received a five-year, $2 million grant from the U.S. Department of Defense to launch a study to determine how to heal bone fractures using a combination of 3D printing and adult stem cells. More

Mercedes-Benz is 3D printing replacement parts for its classic cars

Nov.23, 2018 - Mercedes-Benz is continuously expanding its range of genuine replacement parts from the 3D printer. The brand has already been offering 3D printed replacement commercial vehicle parts since 2016, now Mercedes-Benz announced that further replacement parts have passed the strict quality assurance at Mercedes-Benz and are coming onto the market. More

3D Systems and OpHeart to 3D print pediatric heart models regardless of user's ability to pay

Nov.23, 2018 - 3D Systems has partnered with OpHeart, a nonprofit organization that work to provide medical treatment to children born with life-threatening heart defects, by providing pediatric heart surgeons with the 3D-printed tools needed to prepare and rehearse complex surgeries. More

BigRep's NERA: World's first fully 3D printed and functional electric motorcycle

Nov.22, 2018 - NOWLAB and 3D printer manufacturer, BigRep have developed the world's first fully 3D printed and functional e-motorcycle, the NERA. More

ESA and Lithoz 3D print fake moon dust into screws and gears for use on the moon

Nov.22, 2018 - The European Space Agency and Austrian company Lithoz 3D print hi-res ceramic parts from moon dust, or lunar regolith. More

Perfect Day is 3D printing dairy milk without the cow

Nov.20, 2018 - Perfect Day has partnered with Archer Daniels Midland to commercialize their animal-free dairy proteins produced with a 3D printer. More

FBI 3D prints replicas of decoy heads Alcatraz inmates used in famous 1962 escape

Nov.19, 2018 - Half a century after a famous prison escape from Alcatraz Island, the FBI has 3D printed replicas of decoy heads that inmates Frank Morris and John and Clarence Anglin constructed with soap, plaster and human hair to distract guards. More

Nova Meat is 3D printing steak made from peas and seaweed

Nov.19, 2018 - Researcher Giuseppe Scionti, through his Barcelona-based company Nova Meat, is 3D printing steak made from peas and rice that imitates the texture of meat. More

NASA, Autodesk use AI software and 3D printing to create spider-like interplanetary lander

Nov.16, 2018 - NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) and Autodesk have engaged in a multiyear collaborative research project to investigate new approaches for building interplanetary landers. More

Irish researchers win top prize for the design of a disposable 3D printed reactor

Nov.15, 2018 - A team from the I-Form advanced manufacturing research centre has been awarded first prize in a global competition for industrial 3D printing. The team ' comprising UCD-based researchers in I-Form, the SFI Research Centre for Advanced Manufacturing ' scooped a prize worth USD10,000 for the design and 3D printing of a disposable 3D printed reactor. More

HRE Wheels teams with GE Additive to create first 3D printed titanium wheel

Nov.15, 2018 - HRE collaborated with GE's Additive AddWorks team to produce the world's first 3D printed titanium wheel. More

Bionic mushrooms covered in 3D printed cyanobacteria produce bio-electricity

Nov.12, 2018 - Researchers at Stevens Institute of Technology have developed bionic mushrooms that uses graphene to produce electricity. More accurately, the researchers added 3D printed clusters of cyanobacteria to the mushroom's cap, which gave the fungi the ability to generate electricity. More

Hebrew U's Yissum unveils new tech to 3D print customized, shape-shifting drug capsules

Nov.8, 2018 - Researchers from Jerusalem's Hebrew University have developed a novel technology to create drug capsules using 3D printers, enabling a complex design of drug delivery systems currently unavailable in conventional pharmaceutical manufacturing techniques. More

Clean2Antartica to drive solar powered 3D printed plastic vehicle to the South Pole

Nov.6, 2018 - Liesbeth and Edwin ter Velde of Clean2Antarctica are preparing to drive the Solar Voyager, an electric vehicle built from upcycled, 3D-printed plastic components and powered entirely by solar power, all the way to the South Pole. More

GE Aviation receives FAA approval to install 3D printed bracket on GEnx commercial airline engines

Nov.5, 2018 - GE Additive and GE Aviation have announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has given 'change in design' approval to replace a conventionally manufactured power door opening system (PDOS) bracket, used on GE Aviation's GEnx-2B commercial airline engines that power the Boeing 747-8, with an additively manufactured bracket. More

Study shows 3D printing could enhance design thinking and creativity in primary schools

Nov.1, 2018 - Researchers at Macquarie University in Sydney, Australia, have conducted a year-long study into the benefits of learning 3D printing and 3D design in primary school makerspaces. More

Uniti Sweden to set up first fully digitalized EV production site in the UK

Oct.31, 2018 - Swedish electric car company Uniti has announced plans to establish an electric vehicle 'pilot production plant' at Silverstone Park, UK, part of the famous grand prix circuit. Uniti is developing an all-new electric two-seater Uniti One, which will be first produced at a 'pilot production plant' by 2020. More

ETH Zurich scientist 3D prints artificial heart pump using Embedded magnet printing

Oct.29, 2018 - Kai von Petersdorff-Campen, a doctoral student in the Department of Mechanical and Process Engineering at ETH Z'rich, Switzerland, has developed a 3D printing technique to create products containing magnets. He demonstrated his method, called 'Embedded magnet printing,' by 3D printing an artificial heart pump prototype, and won the first prize for prototyping from the American Society for Artificial Internal Organs (ASAIO). More

Precise Bio launches Ophthalmology Business Unit to develop 3D printed corneas

Oct.29, 2018 - Precise Bio, a North Carolina based Regenerative Medicine company announced the launch of a dedicated ophthalmology business unit in its Winston-Salem facility. In addition to its scalable platform that enables mass-bio-fabrication of tissue and organ, Precise Bio aims to advance 3D bioprinting research for the eyes and bring them to market. More

3D printed graphene scaffold offers highest-ever capacitance for a supercapacitor

Oct.25, 2018 - The researchers fabricated electrodes using a printable graphene aerogel to build a porous three-dimensional scaffold loaded with pseudocapacitive gel, which is a kind of capacitor material that also behaves like a battery in some ways. In laboratory tests, the novel electrodes achieved the highest areal capacitance (electric charge stored per unit of electrode surface area) ever reported for a supercapacitor. More

MX3D releases stunning images of world's first 3D printed steel bridge

Oct.24, 2018 - World's first 3D printed steel bridge is completed and will be installed across a canal in Amsterdam next year. The bridge has already been on display during the Dutch Design Week that took place from October 20 to October 28, 2018. More

Novel 3D bioprinting tech could create artificial blood vessels, organ tissue

Oct.23, 2018 - CU Boulder engineers have developed a 3D printing technique that can recreate the complex geometry of blood vessels, and could one day be used to produce artificial arteries and organ tissue. More

Tonkin Liu develops trachea stent prototype using architectural Shell Lace Structure

Oct.19, 2018 - Stephen Lawrence Prize-winning architects Anna Liu and Mike Tonkin of London-based Tonkin Liu have developed an innovative medical device called the Shell Lace Stent for use in patients' windpipes. More

New method developed to 3D print lithium-ion batteries in nearly any shape

Oct.18, 2018 - Researchers, led by Christopher Reyes and Benjamin Wiley have developed a new method to 3D print lithium-ion batteries in virtually any shape. They report their results in ACS Applied Energy Materials. More

Icon 3D prints homes in 24 hours for $4,000, raises $9 million for expansion

Oct.18, 2018 - ICON has raised $9 million in seed funding to build custom 3D printed homes in less than 24 hours. In partnership with New Story, a San Francisco-based, Y-Combinator backed nonprofit, Icon wants to end homelessness by building sustainable communities using proprietary 3D printing robotics, software and advanced materials. More

Gillette launches Razor Maker concept for customizable 3D printed razor handles

Oct.17, 2018 - Gillette today launches Razor Maker, a new concept that leverages 3D printing technology to offer a series of customizable 3D printed handles for consumers who desire to have completely unique and personalized products. More

PrinTracker: Researchers discover ways to trace 3D printed guns using 3D printer's fingerprint

Oct.16, 2018 - Researchers at University at Buffalo report they've found the first accurate method to track the origin of 3D-printed guns and counterfeit products. The technology, called "PrinTracker," can precisely trace the physical object to its source 3D printer based on its fingerprint. More

Scientists invent high-efficient, 3D nanoprinted polymer lenses for X-ray microscopes

Oct.15, 2018 - Scientists at the Max Planck Institute for Intelligent Systems in Stuttgart have used 3D printing to manufacture X-ray lenses from polymeric materials with nanometer-sized features and excellent focusing capabilities. More

Jary the Hornbill gets 3D printed prosthetic casque after cancer

Oct.12, 2018 - Jary, 22-year-old male great pied hornbill, has been given a 3D-printed prosthetic casque after surgery to remove cancerous tissue. More

US Navy approves 1 year test of first metal 3D printed part for shipboard use

Oct.12, 2018 - US Navy has approved the first 3D printed metal component to be used onboard an aircraft carrier, the Naval Sea Systems Command announced in a press release on Thursday. More

Engineers develop process to 3D print cells to produce tendon and ligament tissue

Oct.11, 2018 - A team of University of Utah biomedical engineers have developed a method to 3D print cells to produce human tissue such as ligaments and tendons using a modified 3D printer and stem cells harvested from fat tissue. More

NUST MISIS scientists double the strength of 3D printed aluminum composites

Oct.11, 2018 - NUST MISIS scientists have proposed an advanced method for production of an ultrahigh-purity alumina (UHPA) that can double the strength of 3D printed aluminum composites, and advance the characteristics of these products to the quality of titanium alloys. The developed modifiers for 3D printing can be used in products for the aerospace industry. More

Researchers develop 3D printed objects that can track and store how people use them

Oct.10, 2018 - Researchers at the University of Washington have developed 3D printed assistive technology that can track and store how people use them without using batteries or electronics. More

Thermwood and Boeing 3D print 12-foot-long single-piece tool for 777X program

Oct.10, 2018 - Boeing has teamed up with Thermwood Corporation, an Indiana-based manufacturing specialist, to produce a large, 3D printed single-piece tool for Boeing's 777X program. The project demonstrates that additive manufacturing is ready to produce large production quality tooling parts for the aerospace industry. More

British scientists from The Big Bang Fair create 3D-printed school dinners

Oct.9, 2018 - Scientists from the annual Big Bang Fair, which promotes science, technology and maths (STEM) subjects, worked with St Helen's Primary School in Canning Town to create 3D printed meals such as geometric fish and chips, and hexagonal beans as part of the project. More

Unique 3D printed tactile map helps visually impaired students navigate USF campus

Oct.5, 2018 - Thanks to Howard Kaplan, a visualization specialist at the University of South Florida in Tampa, a unique 3D printed tactile version of these maps for some classrooms on campus may soon be available for the people who are visually impaired. More

Beetle inspired 3D printed cement paste gets stronger when it cracks

Oct.4, 2018 - Researchers at USA's Purdue University have 3D printed cement paste, an ingredient of the concrete and mortar used to build various infrastructure elements, that gets tougher under pressure. More

3D printed jellyfish robots created to monitor fragile coral reefs

Oct.3, 2018 - A team of scientists from Florida Atlantic University (FAU) and the U.S. Office of Naval Research have built 3D printed robot jellyfish that could one day be used to track and monitor endangered coral reefs in the world's oceans. More

Liberty Powder Metals granted '4.6M to develop powder materials for 3D printed car parts

Oct.1, 2018 - UK-based Liberty Powder Metals, owned by Liberty House, has received '4.6m investment to develop and manufacture speciality alloy metal powders for 3D printed car parts. More

Paul G. Allen's Stratolaunch space venture uses 3D printing to develop PGA rocket engine

Oct.1, 2018 - Stratolaunch revealed new details Sept. 27 about a rocket engine it is developing for use on future launch vehicles that will fly from it giant carrier aircraft. More

GE Transportation to produce up to 250 3D printed locomotive parts by 2025

Sep.28, 2018 - GE Transportation is in early trials of using additive manufacturing to produce locomotive components. If the trial proves to be successful, 3D printing could be used in the production of up to 250 locomotive components by 2025. More

Pitt grad student 3D prints a realistic phantom head for MR research

Sep.28, 2018 - Sossena Wood, a bioengineering PhD candidate at the University of Pittsburgh, has developed a 3D printed realistic phantom head for magnetic resonance research in the Swanson School of Engineering. More

3D printed Luneburg lens antenna startup Lunewave raises $5M in seed funding

Sep.27, 2018 - Lunewave, a startup with a presence in Boston that is building new sensors to power autonomous vehicles and 5G wireless networks, has raised $5 million in seed funding to develop radar and antenna technologies for self-driving cars. More

UTSC start-up Genecis converts food waste into bio-plastic for 3D printing

Sep.27, 2018 - UTSC start-up Genecis is using micro-organisms, microbial engineering and machine learning to turn restaurant food waste into biodegradable plastics (PHA) that can be used to make toys, flexible packaging, 3D printing filament and medical applications including surgical staples, sutures and stints. More

This awesome 3D printed robotic Rubik's Cube can solve itself

Sep.26, 2018 - A Japanese inventor who goes by the alias 'Human Controller' has created an amazing 3D-printed self-solving Rubik's cube. More

Nicole Hone designs Hydrophytes, interactive 4D printed aquatic plants for the future

Sep.25, 2018 - Wellington, New Zealand-based industrial designer Nicole Hone reveals 'hydrophytes', a series of futuristic aquatic plants created with multi-material 3D printing. The hydrophytes are then activated by pneumatic inflation in water and transform into dynamic organisms. The goal of her work is to explore the design and choreography of movement through 4D printing.' More

Sydney researcher 3D prints hypersonic aircraft models for low-speed wind tunnel testing

Sep.25, 2018 - Tamas Bykerk, a graduate student at the University of Sydney in Australia, has used 3D printing technology to create hypersonic aircraft models for low-speed wind tunnel testing. 3D printers have greatly reduced the time it takes to create a working prototype. More

Airbus Helicopters adopts 3D printing for serial production of A350 parts

Sep.24, 2018 - Airbus Helicopters is preparing serial production of latch shafts for the doors of A350 passenger aircraft through 3D printing process. More

Ontario researchers 3D print titanium skull cap for dog with cancer

Sep.24, 2018 - Researchers at an Ontario university have used 3D printing technology to replace the majority of a dog's cancer-ridden skull. The novel cancer treatment procedure is being heralded as a major advancement in veterinary medicine. More

Covestro uses 3 different 3D printing processes to produce shock absorbers

Sep.21, 2018 - A unique 3D printed shock absorber will make its debut at the Fakuma 2018 trade fair (October 16-20) Friedrichshafen. Printed in three materials using three different processes, this part also boasts a high degree of functionality. More

Kuwaiti authorities close 3D printed figurine shop for selling 'cult idols'

Sep.20, 2018 - A 3D printing shop in Kuwait has reportedly been shut down by authorities this week after being accused of selling 'cult idols.' More

3D printed tracheal splints restore the breathing of a 7-month-old baby

Sep.20, 2018 - Children's Healthcare of Atlanta used three 3D printed custom-made splints to assist the breathing of a 7-month-old patient battling life-threatening airway obstruction. More

MoSculp: MIT CSAIL uses AI to create 3D printed 'motion sculptures' from 2D videos

Sep.19, 2018 - Researchers at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab, Google Research, and the University of California Berkley, have come up with an artificially intelligent (AI) system called MoSculp to create 3D printed 'motion sculptures' from 2D videos. More

Two Plymouth students create 3D printed PINK prosthetic breasts to help cancer survivors

Sep.19, 2018 - Rosie Brave and Sam Jackman, two design students at the University of Plymouth, have created 3D printed pink prosthetic breasts which is set to change the lives of cancer survivors. More

AMT launches PostPro3D automated surface smoothing machine for 3D printed parts

Sep.17, 2018 - UK-based Additive Manufacturing Technologies (AMT) announced today the launch of their patented PostPro3D machine which automatically smooths 3D printed elastomeric and nylon parts. More

Hailey Dawson, 8-year-old with 3D printed hand throws 1st pitch at all 30 MLB parks

Sep.17, 2018 - Hailey Dawson, a young girl with a 3D printed prosthetic arm threw out the first pitch at Angels Stadium on Sunday. She completed what her family is calling her Journey to 30, and with that, she became the first person to throw out the first pitch at all 30 Major League ballparks. More

Lockheed Martin teams With Deakin University to exploit FORTIS Exoskeleton

Sep.17, 2018 - Lockheed Martin Australia and Deakin University's Institute for Intelligent Systems Research and Innovation (IISRI) have partnered on a 12-month development program to extended the capability of Lockheed Martin's FORTIS Exoskeleton. More

Awesome 3D printed Millennium Falcon took 10 days to complete

Sep.15, 2018 - 3D Printing enthusiast Steve Ouklama created an amazing 3D printed Millennium Falcon on a self-built large-format printer. More

Moritz Simon Geist 3D prints sonic robots to play electrifying techno music

Sep.13, 2018 - Media artist and robotic engineer, Moritz Simon Geist, will soon release the world's first techno album played entirely by self-made robots. The album is produced by Mouse On Mars' Andi Thoma and scheduled for release next month. More

Volkswagen plan to use 3D metal printing for mass production

Sep.12, 2018 - Volkswagen is the first automotive manufacturer using the latest 3D printing technology: the 'HP Metal Jet' process simplifies and speeds up metallic 3D printing. The world's largest carmaker unveiled plans Tuesday to start using 3D printing to mass produce car parts, including gear knobs and custom tailgate lettering. More

IKEA is using 3D printing to design ergonomic chair, the Ubik, for gamers

Sep.11, 2018 - Swedish furniture chain IKEA recently announced that it is partnering with e-sports group Area Academy and US 3D printed prosthetics startup UNYQ to bring customizable chairs to gamers. They are using advanced body-scanning technology made for medical wearables and 3D printing technology to make customized 3D ergonomic and adjustable seats. More

Team Penske is using carbon fiber 3D printers for race car parts

Sep.11, 2018 - Team Penske is expanding use of additive manufacturing across design and production environments to gain competitive edge in the NASCAR, INDYCAR and IMSA circuits. Additive manufacturing is used to advance car testing, prototypes and production parts, supported by advanced materials such as Carbon Fiber-filled Nylon 12. More

SwRI, UTSA researchers develop 3D printed biodegradable implant for cancer treatment

Sep.10, 2018 - Researchers at the Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) and The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) are developing a 3D printed minimally invasive medicinal implant that could deliver a controlled, personalized dose of medicine over several weeks for the treatment of infections as well as ailments such as arthritis, cancer and AIDS. More

Dutch railways (NS) to 3D print spare parts for trains

Sep.7, 2018 - Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS, Dutch Railways) is taking advantage of 3D printing and will replace some broken train parts with 3D printed replacement parts. In fact, 20 3D printed spare parts are currently available and NS plans to produce more than 50 by the end of the year. More

3D printed impeller allows drone to operate for thousands of hours

Sep.7, 2018 - Southwest Research Institute (SwRI) engineers are developing a cooled, radial gas turbine for a small generator that provides thousands of hours of electricity to an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). This development can improve upon current UAV turbines that can only operate a few hundred hours before wearing out. More

Hierarchical 3D printing of nanoporous gold may revolutionize chemical reactor design

Sep.6, 2018 - Lawrence Livermore Nationwide Laboratory (LLNL) researchers, together with their counterparts at Harvard College report on the hierarchical 3D printing of nanoporous gold, which they believe could revolutionize the design of chemical reactors. More

3D printed tool uses smartphone to detect disease-carrying mosquitoes, Wolbachia

Sep.5, 2018 - Researchers from the University of Texas at Austin developed a 3D printed diagnostic tool to easily identify disease-spreading Aedes aegypti mosquitoes and determine whether the bug has come into contact with a mosquito-control strategy known as Wolbachia. More

GKN Aerospace to 3D print rocket engine turbines for Ariane Prometheus engines

Sep.5, 2018 - ArianeGroup, the space-launchers joint-venture between Airbus and Safran and the team in charge of the Ariane 6 project, on Sept. 4 awarded a contract to its Swedish supplier GKN Aerospace for turbines of re-usable rocket engine demonstrator, part of Prometheus project.' More

Titomic & TAUV debut Australia's first metal 3D printed soldier-enabled drones

Sep.4, 2018 - Australian metal additive manufacturing company, Titomic, has announced its first defence agreement with TAUV, to produce a ruggedised soldier-enabled Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) in Titanium using the Titomic Kinetic Fusion technology. More

Metamolds: Creating ideal 3D printed silicone molds faster and cheaper

Sep.3, 2018 - Scientists have developed a new method that automatically finds the best way of designing the molds but also delivers templates for so-called metamolds: Rigid molds that are 3D-printed and that are used to fabricate the optimized silicone molds. More

PwC creates digital skills program to train employees on 3D printing, drone, blockchain

Sep.3, 2018 - 'Big four' auditing firm PriceWaterhouseCoopers (PwC) is launching a new "digital skills" training programs aimed at improving the expertise of its employees on blockchain and other innovative technologies like 3D printing. More

This $200, 3D printed PFIbox is a game-changer for antibiotics discovery

Aug.31, 2018 - The Printed Fluorescence Imaging Box (PFIbox) is a 3D printed box that is capable of collecting large amounts of data that is then analyzed by researchers. More

MIT researchers 3D print colloidal crystals through direct-write colloidal assembly

Aug.30, 2018 - Through this direct-write colloidal assembly process, a process combining the bottom‐up principle of colloidal self‐assembly with the versatility of direct‐write 3D printing, the researchers can build centimeter-scale, free-standing crystals, each made from billions of individual colloids. More

US Army Research Lab explore nanomaterials for futuristic armor using atom probe

Aug.30, 2018 - Material scientists from the U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) are analyzing metal and ceramic specimens at the atomic level using state-of-the-art 3D imaging atom probe technology. More

U.S. Marines 3D print 500-square-foot concrete barrack in just 40 hours

Aug.30, 2018 - A team from the US Marine Corps' Systems Command (MCSC) and Naval Construction Battalion has used the world's largest concrete 3D printer to print a 500-square-foot barracks hut in just 40 hours. More

Studio 7.5 and XtreeE 3D print stunning woven concrete benches

Aug.29, 2018 - Berlin-based Studio 7.5 collaborated with France-based XtreeE to create a series of continuously 3D printed woven concrete benches. More

Scientists 3D print bionic eye prototype that could one day restore sight

Aug.29, 2018 - A team of researchers at the University of Minnesota have fully 3D printed an array of light receptors on a hemispherical surface which could pave the way for future bionic eyes. More

Bugatti's new €5M Divo Supercar features elegant 3D printed fin tail lights

Aug.28, 2018 - Bugatti Automobiles, a French high-performance luxury automobiles manufacturer and a subsidiary of Volkswagen AG, has unveiled its Divo hypercar. More

3D printed intelligent robotic fish helps underwater exploration

Aug.28, 2018 - A group of engineering researchers from the University of Firat in Turkey are using biomimetic design and 3D printing to construct an intelligent robotic fish for real-world exploration and survey missions. More

Researchers 3D bioprint tubular structures that mimic vessels and ducts

Aug.27, 2018 - Researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital have developed a way to 3D bioprint tubular structures that better mimic native vessels and ducts in human body. The 3D bioprinting technique allows fine-tuning of the printed tissues' properties, such as number of layers and ability to transport nutrients. These more complex tissues offer potentially viable replacements for damaged tissue.' More

LLNL and Virginia Tech develop new process to 3D print graphene objects in far finer detail

Aug.24, 2018 - Researchers from the Virginia Tech College of Engineering and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have developed a novel process to 3D print graphene, one of the highest-performing materials used in aerospace, energy storage and insulation. More

Tattoo artist sentenced for carrying knuckle duster made on 3D printer

Aug.23, 2018 - A man has been given a suspended jail sentence in Wales after being caught with a knuckle duster made on a 3D printer. More

NYU researchers embed QR code 'clouds' into 3D printed parts to foil counterfeiters

Aug.23, 2018 - A team at NYU Tandon School of Engineering has found a way to prove the provenance of a part by embedding QR (Quick Response) codes into 3D printed products to do away with counterfeiting. More

Delicate robots made of 3D printed ink and paper can fold or flatten on command

Aug.23, 2018 - Researchers based at Carnegie Mellon University are back with a kind of paper robot made of conductive 3D printed material and paper that folds and unfolds itself when an electrical current is applied. More

US Army is recycling waste plastic bottles for 3D printing mission critical parts

Aug.22, 2018 - Now researchers from the U.S. Army Research Laboratory and the U.S. Marine Corps have found a way to fabricate these parts within hours using waste plastics, such as water bottles, cardboard and other recyclable materials found on base as starting materials for 3D printing. More

U.S. Marines 3D print F-35 part which will save $70,000 in costs per fighter jet

Aug.21, 2018 - A team of U.S. Marines in Maryland 3D printed landing gear component that attached to the door of the F-35 stealth fighter aircraft. The Marines were able to replicate it for 9 cents, and it will save $70,000 in costs per jet. More

Alexis Walsh's APEX SERIES combines traditional craft with 3D printing and simulation

Aug.20, 2018 - Alexis Walsh, who specializes in 3D printed fashion, has unveiled her latest collection: the APEX SERIES that marries handcrafted embellishment and generative digital form. More

Amphibio: Jun Kamei's 3D printed 'gills' could let humans breathe underwater

Aug.17, 2018 - Japanese designer Jun Kamei has created a 3D printed garment called Amphibio, 'a gill garment for our aquatic future,' which he is presenting as part of his graduation thesis from London's Royal College of Art (RCA). More

73 percent retail leaders say 3D printing could lead to greater customer satisfaction

Aug.17, 2018 - 73 percent of European retailers believe investments in 3D printing can directly lead to greater customer satisfaction. More

73% retail leaders say 3D printing could lead to greater customer satisfaction

Aug.17, 2018 - 73 percent of European retailers believe investments in 3D printing can directly lead to greater customer satisfaction. More

World's largest 3D printed reef installed at Summer Island Maldives

Aug.17, 2018 - World's largest 3D printed reef was installed at Summer Island in the Maldives, in what is hoped could be a new technology-driven method to help coral reefs survive a warming climate. More

Scientists 3D print placenta-on-a-chip to study nutrient transfer from mother to child

Aug.16, 2018 - Using a high-resolution 3D printing process, researchers from Vienna University of Technology (TU Vienna) in Austria have succeeded in 3D printing an artificial placental barrier on a chip, an advance that can be used to investigate important aspects of nutrient transport from the mother to the foetus. More

Researchers win A$1.1M grant for iFix 3D printing BioPen that corrects eye injuries

Aug.15, 2018 - The creators of BioPen, known as the iFix, which uses special ink to 'colour in' and treat eye wounds, has been given A$ 1.1 million funding from NSW Medical Devices Fund to progress commercialisation of the iFix pen. More

KIT 3D printed prosthetic hand adapts to various object shapes through intelligent mechanisms

Aug.14, 2018 - Researchers from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT) in Germany have developed an advanced five-finger 3D printed prosthetic that adapts to various object shapes through intelligent mechanisms. More

BMW wins 2018 Altair Enlighten Award for 3D-metal printed roof bracket for BMW i8 Roadster

Aug.14, 2018 - German automaker BMW Group has won the 2018 Altair Enlighten Award within the Module category for its 2018 BMW i8 Roadster metal 3D printed convertible roof bracket. This innovative component marks the first time a metal 3D-printed part has been used in a series production vehicle. More

Researchers develop machine learning method for 3D printing process monitoring

Aug.13, 2018 - Ugandhar Delli and Dr. Shing Chang from the Department of Industrial and Manufacturing Systems Engineering (IMSE) at Kansas State University have developed a new quality monitoring system for the 3D printing process. More

P-rouette is a 3D-printed ballet shoe that reduces the pain of dancers

Aug.13, 2018 - Hadar Neeman, a graduate from the Bezalel Academy of Art and Design in Jerusalem has created personalised ballet shoes using 3D printing technology to reduce dancer's pain. The model is called P-rouette. The 3D printed ballet shoe is adapted to fit the user's foot, and is more durable than traditional pointe shoes. More

Facebook bans sites hosting blueprints for 3D printed guns

Aug.10, 2018 - Facebook is banning sites that host digital blueprints to make 3D printed guns from its network and deleting content related to the creation of such weapons, a company spokesperson said on Thursday. More

New 3D printed neural scaffold could help treat spinal cord injuries

Aug.10, 2018 - Researchers from the University of Minnesota have developed a 3D printed guide device that could potentially help patients with long-term spinal cord injuries regain partial function of their bodies. More

Air New Zealand teams with Zenith Tecnica to 3D print metal aircraft parts

Aug.9, 2018 - Air New Zealand has teamed up with New Zealand company Zenith Tecnica to investigate 3D printed metal parts for aircraft and tools which it says can cut development time and costs. More

Siemens 3D prints low-emission pre-mixer for SGT-A05 gas turbine

Aug.9, 2018 - Global technology giant Siemens has successfully 3D-printed and engine tested a dry low emission (DLE) pre-mixer for the SGT-A05 aeroderivative gas turbine, with the impressive results showing a potential for significant reductions in CO emissions, according to a statement from Siemens. More

Pokras Lampas recreate lost Soviet-era 'Girl with an Oar' statue with 3D printing and graffiti

Aug.9, 2018 - A modern version of famous Soviet sculpture, Girl with an Oar, has been unveiled in Moscow's Gorky Park. The figure, which was restored through 3D printing, was assembled and decorated by talented 'calligraffiti' artist Pokras Lampas, from St. Petersburg, who covered with the body with quotes from modern Russian literature. More

3D printed 'Smart' machine components alert users to damage and wear

Aug.8, 2018 - Using advanced additive manufacturing technology, scientists at the United Technologies Research Center and UConn have created 'smart' machine components that alert users when they are worn or damaged with voltage reading. More

Scientists use crocodile cartilage and 3D printing to treat joint injuries, arthritis

Aug.7, 2018 - Scientists from Central Queensland University are making use of 3D bioprinting and crocodile cartilage for a new way of treating arthritis and joint injuries. More

Stanford team uses 3D printing to build custom cardiac-mapping catheters for heart surgery

Aug.7, 2018 - A team of Stanford researchers is investigating new ways to survey electricity in the heart, and are developing 3D printed cardiac surgical devices that could one day help patients who suffer from a common heart ailment, such as atrial fibrillation. More

3D printed ceramic implants help grow real bone

Aug.6, 2018 - Researchers from New York University have developed 3D-printed ceramic implants that successfully led to bone regrowth in lab animals. More

IDC: Worldwide 3D printing spending to reach $23B in 2022

Aug.6, 2018 - Worldwide 3D printing spending will reach $23B in 2022, according to a new update to the Worldwide Semiannual 3D Printing Spending Guide from International Data Corporation (IDC). More

3D printed artificial intelligence device identifies objects at the speed of light

Aug.3, 2018 - Using a 3D printer, a team of UCLA electrical and computer engineers has created an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based device that can analyze large volumes of data and identify objects at the actual speed of light. More

3D printed soft robotic manipulators allow scientists to investigate delicate deep-sea organisms

Aug.3, 2018 - A team of engineers, marine biologists, and roboticists has developed an alternative sampling device that is soft, flexible, and customizable, allowing scientists to gently grab different types of organisms from the sea without harming them. Moreover, 3D printing of soft robotic manipulators enables real-time manufacturing and modification of tools in highly remote areas. More

MIT self-assembly lab uses rapid liquid printing to create lamps and vases within minutes

Aug.2, 2018 - MIT's self-assembly lab and Swiss designer Christophe Guberan has unveiled a collection of new lighting and household items at new york's patrick parrish gallery using innovative rapid liquid 3D printing technique. In this process, forms are 'drawn' in gel suspension by a robot, and then inflated to their proper sizes. More

U.S. judge blocks posting of blueprints for 3D printed guns

Aug.1, 2018 - A U.S. judge on Tuesday issued a temporary restraining order to stop the release of 3D printed gun blueprints hours before they were set to hit the internet. More

Lightweight 3D printed Trabeculae Pavilion built by WASP print farm

Jul.31, 2018 - Italian 3D printer company WASP announced today the completion of Trabeculae Pavilion, a stunning and highly experimental architecture that is particularly notable for its extreme lightness, and innovative combination of biomimetic research and 3D printing. More

New 3D printing method could make your smartphone battery last longer

Jul.31, 2018 - Engineers at the Carnegie Mellon University have developed a new method of 3D printing battery electrodes that creates a 3D microlattice structure with controlled porosity. Their 3D printing method could lead to vastly improved capacity and charge-discharge rates for lithium-ion batteries. More

ETH Zurich uses sand 3D printing to build 80m2 concrete Smart Slab for DFAB House

Jul.31, 2018 - Researchers at ETH Zurich have realized an 80 m' lightweight concrete slab at the DFAB House, making it the world's first full-scale architectural project to use 3D sand printing for its formwork. More

Allevi, Made in Space team up to develop first 3D bioprinter in space

Jul.30, 2018 - 3D bioprinting company Allevi has teamed up with California-based 3D printing and space technology firm Made In Space to develop the Allevi ZeroG ' the first 3D bioprinter capable of working in low-gravity conditions. More

Tiny, 3D bioprinted scaffolds to regenerate damaged peripheral nerves

Jul.30, 2018 - Scientists at the University of Saskatchewan in Canada have developed tiny 3D-printed scaffolds that can guide the regrowth of nerve cells, possibly restoring the sense of touch and movement control in patients with damaged peripheral nervous system. More

Materialise to 3D print life-size Mammoth skeleton, its largest SLA 3D printing project

Jul.27, 2018 - Materialise is currently realizing its largest SLA 3D printing project to date: a life-size, 3D-printed reconstruction of the first mammoth skeleton that was ever displayed in Western Europe.' More

Chinese researchers taking ice lithography to nano 3D printing

Jul.27, 2018 - Chinese researchers introduced its 3D nanofabrication method, based on electron-beam lithography, using ice resists (iEBL). This novel and simple electron beam lithography is expected to show potential for three-dimensional micro-nano processing. More

Evo 3D printed dental implants backed by BGF £4m investment

Jul.26, 2018 - London-headquartered Evo, a surgical and high-precision engineering company that provides bespoke one-day full jaw dental implant treatment has received a GBP4 million investment from BGF, the UK's most active investor in growing businesses. More

NASA awards AI spacefactory for MARSHA, a 3D-printed vertical Martian habitat

Jul.26, 2018 - New york-based architecture and technology company AI spacefactory released details of MARSHA (MARS HAbitat), a 3D-printed visionary verticle housing on mars. AI SpaceFactory is the second-place winner of Phase 3: Level 1 of NASA's 3D-Printed Habitat Challenge and was awarded a top prize of almost $21,000. More

Advanced materials and additive manufacturing alliance forms in Colorado

Jul.25, 2018 - Carbon fiber material recycling specialist Vartega and the Colorado Cleantech Industries Association on July 24 announced the formation of the Advanced Materials and Additive Manufacturing Infrastructure Development and Education (AMIDE) Alliance. The goal of the alliance is to provide critical resources for the development of thermoplastics for additive manufacturing. More

Workers may use RoboGloves to handle 3D printed parts at GM assembly plant

Jul.25, 2018 - General Motors is using various new technologies such as robotic arm and 3D printing at its assembly plants. At a General Motors' Assembly plant in Michigan, workers may gain grasp-assist from a wearable device called RoboGlove to handle 3D printed parts. More

Airbus and Singapore's DSTA to co-develop 3D printed spare parts for military aircraft

Jul.24, 2018 - Singapore's Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) have signed agreement with Airbus to jointly develop 3D printed spare parts to enhance support for aircraft in operation with the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF). More

Branch Technology builds 'world's largest 3D printed structure' in Tennessee

Jul.24, 2018 - Branch Technology officially unveiled a bandshell pavilion at Nashville's oneC1TY development that is billed as the world's largest 3D-printed structure. More

Michelin working on wood-based tires, wants to use 3D printing to retread tires

Jul.23, 2018 - Michelin wants to put wood in your tires, and the company believes wooden tires will be a reality in less than two years. More

Flying Iron Man 3D printed jet suit now on sale for '340,000 at Selfridges

Jul.23, 2018 - British inventor Richard Browning has created an Iron Man-esque jet suit, built with 3D printed parts, that is literally for sale right now in London's Selfridges department store with a cool price tag of '340,000 ($443,428). More

CECIMO: European Parliament resolution could stifle innovation in 3D printing

Jul.20, 2018 - The European Parliament has issued a non-binding resolution about 3D printing on 3 July, questioning the suitability of current EU regulations. CECIMO, the European Association of the Machine Tool Industries, has said that the resolution could stifle innovation in 3D printing and lead to increased regulation. More

3D printed surfboard fins help surfers optimize performance and catch extra waves

Jul.20, 2018 - UOW team of six surfers and three researchers did on a recent trip to the remote Mentawai Islands, located off West Sumatra in Indonesia, to surf test new shapes of 3D-printed surfboard fins designed and manufactured at the Australian National Fabrication Facility node at the UOW. More

U.S. Air Force will 3D print coffee cup handles to save $1,210 per mug

Jul.18, 2018 - The U.S. Air Force has started 3D printing replacement handles for broken coffee cups because otherwise it would cost $1,210 to replace a single one. More

Starting August 1, you can legally download blueprints for 3D printed guns

Jul.18, 2018 - Last week, Cody Wilson, founder of 3D gun printing advocate Defense Distributed, won a major ruling in his quest to freely publish online blueprints that could allow users to manufacture firearms. More

Spirit, Norsk Titanium start qualification of 3D printed titanium parts for 787

Jul.17, 2018 - Spirit AeroSystems and Norwegian additive manufacturing company Norsk Titanium have reached an agreement to initiate qualification of Spirit's first 3D printed, titanium structural component for the Boeing 787. More

Lockheed Martin, Arconic collaborate on metal 3D printing and lightweight aerospace materials

Jul.16, 2018 - Lockheed Martin and Arconic announced today a two-year Joint Development Agreement (JDA) to collaborate on the development of customized lightweight material systems and advanced manufacturing processes, such as metal 3D printing. More

AREVO launches battery-assisted, 3D printed carbon-fiber frame ebike

Jul.16, 2018 - AREVO announced last week the launch of its eBike, a battery-assisted bike using a 3D printed carbon fiber frame. The announcement comes on the heels of launching its first 3D printed all terrain city bike in May. More

U.S. Air Force's $10,000 toilet seat covers now 3D printed for $300

Jul.16, 2018 - The U.S. Air Force revealed last week that it is 3D printing toilet seat covers for its C-5 Galaxy, a Vietnam-era military cargo plane that is still in service instead of spending $10,000 to replace them. 3D printing now allows them to produce the seat cover for just $300. More

IDC forcasts European spending on 3D printing to grow to nearly $7.4 Billion in 2022

Jul.13, 2018 - According to a recent update to the International Data Corporation's (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual 3D Printing Spending Guide, European purchases of 3D printers, materials, software, and related services are expected to reach total $3.6 billion in 2017. More

Pitt professors awarded $1M to improve 3D printing for nuclear energy industry

Jul.13, 2018 - A team of researchers at the University of Pittsburgh's Swanson School of Engineering, Pennsylvania, USA, has been granted $1 million to advance design and manufacture of nuclear plant components via additive manufacturing. The award is part of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Nuclear Energy's Nuclear Energy Enabling Technologies (NEET) program. More

Admedus successfully tests its 3D printed TAVR heart valve on sheep

Jul.13, 2018 - Queensland-based medical technologies company, Admedus, has announced new progress in the development of its patented Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR) project. The company has commenced animal trials by completing the first successful live implantation of its unique single-piece aortic heart valve in a sheep. More

CUDA, world's first 3D printed underwater jetpack can propel users up to 8 miles per hour

Jul.12, 2018 - Archie O'Brien, a product design student in UK has designed a futuristic underwater jetpack that can propel a swimmer at speeds of up to eight miles per hour. Called CUDA, the jetpack was made entirely using 3D printed materials. More

Lockheed Martin tests giant 3D printed satellite fuel tank for space

Jul.12, 2018 - Lockheed Martin has completed the final rounds of quality testing on a titanium cylinder built using 3D printing technology this month, concluding a multi-year development program to create giant, high-pressure tanks that carry fuel on board satellites. More

72 3D printed dragons return to Kew Gardens pagoda after 230-year absence

Jul.11, 2018 - The Great Pagoda at Kew Gardens in London has been returned to its 18th-century splendour and will re-open this summer. Thanks to 3D Systems' selective laser sintering (SLS) technology, 72 large-scale, lightweight 3D printed dragons were restored to The Great Pagoda after more than 230-year absence. More

Low cost houses could be 3D printed from peat and oil shale ash-based material

Jul.11, 2018 - Scientists from the University of Tartu and the Estonian University of Life Sciences have created a construction material from peat and oil shale ash that could reduce the construction costs of a private house nearly tenfold. The aim was to create a self-supporting construction material based on local natural resources and waste that could be used to 3D print houses up to two-storeys high directly at the construction site. More

French family becomes the first to move into a 3D printed house

Jul.10, 2018 - A family in France has become the first in the world to move into a 3D printed house. The overall goal of the 3D printed house project is to demonstrate that 3D printing technologies can be used to not only construct liveable housing structures but affordable housing. More

Severance Hospital to commercialize Korea's first 3D printed artificial eye

Jul.10, 2018 - Severance Hospital of the Yonsei University Health System (YUHS) announced Monday that it is getting ready to commercialize Korea's first 3D printed artificial eye. More

3D printing trial will bring artificial limbs to patients in Madagascar, Togo

Jul.9, 2018 - Humanity & Inclusion (HI) has launched a new trial in Madagascar and Togo which utilizes 3D scanning and printing to provide affordable prosthetics. More

Global collaboration to develop 3D printed field test kit to combat disease

Jul.9, 2018 - In order to diagnose a deadly disease called Leishmaniasis, researchers from South Australia, Texas and Ethiopia are collaborating to develop 3D printed field test kit to find pesky parasites. More

Nano Sun launches Singapore's first 3D printing plant for water filtration membranes

Jul.6, 2018 - Nano Sun, a water technology start-up founded by a scientist from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), has launched a 3D printing plant to manufacture a new type of water treatment membrane. According to the company, the membranes can filter waste water five times faster than traditionally used polymer and ceramic membranes. More

Singapore's Construction 3D Printing (AM.NUS) Program embarks on 3D printed toilet project

Jul.6, 2018 - Scientists at the National University of Singapore (NUS) has launched a new program, AM.NUS Construction 3D Printing Program to quicken the selection of 3D printing building technology in the construction industry. More

Man teased on Twitter for how he ate a Kit Kat bar proposes with 3D printed bar

Jul.5, 2018 - Weeks after he went viral for the way he ate a Kit Kat bar, a Washington man proposed to his girlfriend in the perfect way ' with the help of 3D printing. More

ClearCaps uses 3D printers to produce 250 dental aligners in 24 hours

Jul.5, 2018 - ClearCaps, a clear aligner brand founded in Berlin, Germany, is using 3D printers to accelerate its large volume manufacturing operations. ClearCaps also uses state-of-the-art 3D software for planning and tracking of its cases. More

Zero Gravity bioprinter heads to ISS, plans to 3D print cardiac patch for damaged hearts

Jul.4, 2018 - A 3D BioFabrication Facility (BFF) developed by nScrypt and Techshot and designed to 3D print thick tissue and organs using adult stem cells will launch to the International Space Station (ISS) aboard the next SpaceX cargo resupply mission. More

Cintec uses 3D printing to help complete million-dollar restoration of Red House

Jul.3, 2018 - CINTEC, a structural masonry expert headquartered in Newport, Wales, has undertaken vital restoration work on one of the world's most prestigious Government buildings, The Red House, also known as the seat of Parliament for the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago. More

French artist Michel Paysant presents tiniest 3D-printed self-portrait

Jul.2, 2018 - In a collaboration with visual artist Michel Paysant, French company Microlight3D has created what it is calling the tiniest 3D printed self-portrait in the world. More

RMIT studies laser metal 3D printing for defence aircraft parts

Jun.29, 2018 - A team of researchers from Australia's RMIT University is using 'laser metal deposition' technology to build and repair steel and titanium parts for defence force aircraft under a two-year project. More

NOWLab@BigRep creates 'smart concrete wall' through 3D printing

Jun.29, 2018 - NOWlab, the innovation department of large-format 3D printer manufacturer BigRep, has created a 'smart concrete wall' with an adaptive surface enabled by embedded capacitive sensors. More

3D printed composite materials inspired by Mantis Shrimp's powerful club weapon

Jun.28, 2018 - Purdue University studied the mechanism behind just how mantis shrimp wields its powerful club without permanently damaging itself, and the design strategy, aiming to develop a new class of super-tough materials. More

BIOLIFE4D successfully 3D bioprints human heart tissue

Jun.27, 2018 - BIOLIFE4D, a Chicago-based medical tech firm specializing in 3D bioprinting and tissue engineering, announced it has successfully demonstrated its ability to 3D bioprint human cardiac tissue ' specifically, a human cardiac patch. More

UCSF and INTAMSYS to develop 3D printed PEEK implants for orthopedic surgery

Jun.27, 2018 - Professional 3D printer manufacturer INTAMSYS, headquartered in Shanghai, has announced a joint-research initiative to develop 3D printed PEEK implants for orthopedic surgery with the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF). More

General Motors saves $300,000 in tooling costs using 3D printing

Jun.26, 2018 - General Motors sees great value in 3D printing and is taking advantage. The company said most of GM's factories have 3D printers, and 3D printing has the ability to save GM millions of dollars in annual production costs. Dan Grieshaber, GM's director of global manufacturing integration, said use of the 3D printing technology has recently increased, leading GM to expand and better standardize operations. More

ETH Zurich students create intricate metal facade in 3D printed moulds

Jun.25, 2018 - Students from ETH Zurich created a beautiful and intricate metal facade using 3D printed molds. Called "Deep Facade", the sculpture-like structure is made of 26 articulated panels, is six metres high and four metres wide. More

Naval Group and Centrale Nantes 3D print first full-scale military propeller blade

Jun.25, 2018 - French naval defense specialist Naval Group and engineering school Centrale Nantes have successfully 3D printed their first full-scale propeller blade demonstrator for military applications using the Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM) process. More

3D printable photochromic molecular materials for reversible information storage

Jun.19, 2018 - New University of Nottingham research proves that advanced materials containing molecules that switch states in response to environmental stimuli such as light can be fabricated using 3D printing. More

Britain is testing robots with 3D printers that can fill in potholes within a minute

Jun.15, 2018 - A fleet of autonomous road vehicles or drones will scan roads looking for cracks and fixing them before potholes develop. Upon spotting a crack in the road, a robot with an attached 3D printer will be able to spray asphalt into a crack in the road to repair it, all within a minute. More

WSU team 3D prints drug-delivering microneedle array for eye disease treatment

Jun.15, 2018 - Kuen-Ren 'Roland' Chen, an assistant professor in the School of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Washington State University has received a U.S. Department of Defense grant to develop a more convenient, less expensive and less painful way to treat serious eye diseases. More

MIT's 3D printed shapeshifting robots crawl, jump, roll and play catch through magnets

Jun.14, 2018 - MIT researchers have designed and 3D printed an array of soft, mechanical critters whose movements can be controlled with a wave of a magnet, much like marionettes without the strings. More

Croatia presents Cloud Pergola Pavilion, 'world's largest 3D printed structure' in Venice Biennale

Jun.8, 2018 - The Croatian Pavilion has presented the world's largest and most complex 3D Printed installation at this year's Venice Architecture Biennale. Titled 'Cloud Pergola / The Architecture of Hospitality', the Pavilion reflects on spaces of hospitality, the environment, automated design, and architecture's role in the 21st century. More

ETH Zurich develops 3D printed paddling submarine that swims without an engine

Jun.6, 2018 - Researchers at ETH Zurich have teamed up with colleagues at the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) to develop a new propulsion concept for swimming robots. The robot exploits temperature fluctuations in the water for propulsion without the need for an engine, propellant, or power supply. More

Researchers create 3D printed smart hydrogel that walks underwater, moves objects

Jun.4, 2018 - Rutgers University-New Brunswick engineers have created a 3D-printed smart gel that walks underwater and grabs objects and moves them. More

Researchers developed highly stretchable hydrogels for high resolution multimaterial 3D printing

Jun.4, 2018 - Researchers from the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD) Digital Manufacturing and Design (DManD) Centre and the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (HUJI) have developed a family of highly stretchable and UV curable hydrogels that can be stretched by up to 1300%, and are suitable for UV curing based 3D printing techniques. More

CMU researchers design EGO method to optimize soft material 3D printing

Jun.1, 2018 - Researchers in Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering have developed a novel approach to optimizing soft material 3D printing. The researchers' Expert-Guided Optimization (EGO) method uses an optimization algorithm that efficiently searches combinations of parameters relevant for 3D printing, enabling high-fidelity soft material products to be printed. More

Five habitable 3D printed concrete houses to be built in Eindhoven, the Netherlands

May.31, 2018 - The city of Eindhoven in the Netherlands will see the first 3D-printed concrete houses built next year in Bosrijk, Meerhoven, the municipality of Eindhoven, Eindhoven University of Technology and the four companies involved announced on Wednesday. More

You can get a 3D printed model of your brain in under an hour, thanks to bitmap-based 3D printing

May.31, 2018 - Researchers at Harvard University and MIT have come up with an easy way to 3D print highly detailed models of human brains in less than an hour - for a fraction of the cost and labor needed for a lower quality product.' More

DWK Life Sciences reveals first commercial labware product made by metal 3D printing

May.30, 2018 - DWK Life Sciences will reveal a new labware product at ACHEMA 2018 manufactured using metal 3D printing. More

First 3D printed human corneas created at Newcastle University

May.30, 2018 - Scientists at Newcastle University in the UK have successfully 3D printed the first human corneas. The technique could be used in the future to ensure an unlimited supply of corneas. More

Wipro3D, IIT Bombay Racing to 3D print key part for EVoX electric race car

May.29, 2018 - Wipro3D, the additive manufacturing (AM) business unit of Wipro Infrastructure Engineering, has signed an MoU with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay racing team to 3D print parts for Formula Student electric race car. More

EDG creates customizable 3D printed concrete molds to restore historic architecture

May.28, 2018 - EDG, a New York architecture and engineering firm has come up with a cost-effective way to bridge technology and craft: Modern Ornamental: a new form of digital sculpture. The key lies in 3D printing. More

Surgeons use 3D printing for two-year-old's life-saving, complex kidney transplant

May.18, 2018 - Surgeons at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust, London, are using 3D printing technology to improve the success rates of life-saving, complex organ transplantation in young children. This is exemplified in the case of two-year-old Dexter Clark, who was born with severe kidney problem recently received a larger-than-average kidney from his father, Brendan Clark. More

OHSU, UCF's Limbitless Solutions launch first U.S. clinical trial of 3D printed prosthetics for children

May.17, 2018 - The team at Limbitless Solutions is partnering with researchers at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) on a clinical trial that will determine whether the devices will be covered by insurance. More

Nanfang Additive Manufacturing's EBM metal 3D printing used for oil and gas pipelines for the first time

May.16, 2018 - Nanfeng Co., Ltd announced that its subsidiary Nanfang Additive Manufacturing Technology Co,.Ltd reached an agreement with the Tubular Goods Research Institute of China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) for a development project for special fittings, which will make use of additive manufacturing. The two sides have signed a contract for joint technology development. More

GM using Autodesk software, 3D printing, AI and cloud computing for vehicle lightweighting

May.15, 2018 - General Motors is using generative design software, 3D printing, AI and cloud computing to introduce the next generation of vehicle lightweighting. General Motors has described "the technologies are key to developing efficient and lighter alternative propulsion and zero emission vehicles." More

SodaStream auctions water bottles with fancy 3D printed hats in honor of Prince Harry, Meghan Markle royal wedding

May.15, 2018 - In celebration of the Royal couple's dedication to the fight against single-use plastic bottles, Israeli sparkling water manufacturer Sodastream announced on Tuesday that it was launching a set of exclusive limited-edition bottles sporting miniature 'hats'. Each of the five original hat designs is inspired by an iconic look that was previously worn by female royals. More

Researchers develop 3D printer that can make complex body tissues

May.15, 2018 - Researchers at University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) have developed a technique that uses a specially adapted 3D printer to build therapeutic biomaterials from multiple materials. More

Coating 3D printed scaffolds with turmeric ingredient improves bone growth by up to 45 percent

May.4, 2018 - A recent WSU research project has shown that turmeric could be useful for stimulating bone growth. The team coated a 3D printed bone scaffold in the spice's main ingredient, curcumin compounds, and this improved bone growth by up to 45 percent. More

Moog teams with ST Aerospace, NCMS to create blockchain-based VeriPart for 3D printed parts tracking

May.3, 2018 - A new blockchain-based supply chain management system, VeriPart, has been developed by Moog. It will allow manufacturers to verify the parts they use and manage transactions more efficiently, and it has been adapted for tracking 3D printed parts, in collaboration with ST Aerospace and NCMS. More

GM teams with Autodesk to 3D print cheaper and lighter parts for alternative fuel vehicles

May.3, 2018 - General Motors has teamed up with Autodesk in order to develop 3D printed parts for a proposed range of alternative energy vehicles. The new cars will require more lightweight parts to maximize fuel efficiency, and 3D printing will help to achieve these designs in a more affordable way. More

3D printing is transforming treatment of congenital heart disease

May.2, 2018 - A recently published paper suggests that 3D technology could have a huge impact on the treatment of congenital heart disease. 3D printed models and virtual simulations are likely to improve the education process for cardiologists, as well as facilitating communication with patients and between surgeons. More

U.S. Marine Corps uses 3D printing to repair snowshoes for mountain training mission

May.1, 2018 - A recent training mission carried out by the U.S. Marine Corps made use of 3D printing technology to repair troops' snowshoes. The Marine Corps System Command's AM team quickly 3D printed replacement parts for use at the Mountain Warfare Training Center. More

Israeli initiative uses 3D printing to help 12 injured veterans regain pleasures of life

May.1, 2018 - An event being held in Tel Aviv this week will use 3D printing to develop solutions for problems faced by wounded war veterans. The Makers for Heroes program brings together expert volunteers from the tech, business, and medical communities to help out 12 injured soldiers. More

Engineer dad 3D prints prosthetics and $3 device to help disabled children skip, fish and play golf

May.1, 2018 - An engineer in Australia has recently made use of 3D printing in order to develop a new adapter accessory that will allow children without hands to use skipping ropes. Mat Bowtell has been 3D printing prosthetic hands and fingers for years now, helping out dozens of children, and this $3 device is his latest breakthrough. More

AZL Architects modernizes rural Chinese stone house with 3D printed pavilion

Apr.30, 2018 - Chinese architecture firm AZL Architects has used 3D printing as part of a new house built in a rural Chinese village. The LEI House in Shanyinwu has a main building built from stone using traditional methods, which contrasts with an outer pavilion that was put together from 400 3D printed plastic blocks. More

3D printed heart helps Rice students develop cutting-edge wireless pacemaker

Apr.30, 2018 - A team of engineers at Rice University has developed a design for a new pacemaker device, and used a 3D printed heart for a demonstration. Their device would embed tiny sensor chips within the heart, which communicate wirelessly with a base station and deliver energy when problems are detected. More

Lex 3D printed camera combines classic 35mm film with modern Sony lenses

Apr.30, 2018 - A new project by a Texas-based engineer has combined classic 35mm film photography with modern lenses. The 3D printed Lex camera body enables lenses from high-end digital cameras to be mounted on a camera that shoots on 35mm. More

Sandia's first 3D printed wind turbine blade mold wins national Technology Focus Award

Apr.27, 2018 - Sandia National Laboratories has won a Technology Focus Award for its first 3D printed wind turbine blade mold. Sandia teamed up with ORNL and TPI Composites to develop the new fabrication method, which uses 3D printing to create a mold and cuts total production time down by over a year. More

New design for 3D printed surgical needle inspired by honeybees' stingers

Apr.27, 2018 - Researchers at Temple University have developed a design for a new nature-inspired surgical needle, using 3D printing technology. The needle is based on the stinger of the honeybee, with barbs carved into it in order to minimize tissue damage. More

Nervous System creates impressive self-forming structures by 3D printing on pre-stretched fabric

Apr.27, 2018 - Innovative design studio Nervous System has experimented with 3D printing on fabric to create self-forming shapes. The project makes use of an algorithm to translate a 3D model into a flat pattern, and this is printed in plastic on to stretched fabric, which then curves itself into the desired 3D shape upon release. More

Arigin Medical gets Series A funding for personalized orthopedic 3D printing solutions

Apr.27, 2018 - Medical 3D printing company Arigin Medical has completed its series A funding round. The Shanghai-based firm uses 3D printing technology to create advanced surgical guides for orthopedics procedures, as well as personalized orthopedic implants. More

New study shows 3D printing helps avoid paravalvular leak from TAVR heart surgery

Apr.27, 2018 - A team of researchers have made use of 3D printing to reduce the risks involved with TAVR heart surgery. They took CT scans of patient's hearts, which were 3D printed and successfully used as guides to test out the size and fit of the replacement valves, in order to prevent paravalvular leak. More

Researchers develop 3D printed dentures filled with anti-fungal medication to treat infections

Apr.26, 2018 - A team of researchers from NY's University at Buffalo have made use of 3D printing to create an innovative set of dentures. They are implanted with an anti-fungal medication, which is gradually released over time to fight infections in the user's mouth. More

CMU scientists create self-folding materials using cheap desktop 3D printer

Apr.25, 2018 - A team of researchers at CMU have developed a technique known as Thermorph, which 3D prints self-folding objects. Taking advantage of post-printing warpage in thermoplastics, the team used cheap desktop 3D printers to speed up the printing process by programming folds into flat objects, which then assumed their final shape upon heating. More

Vietnamese pilot receives 3D printed bionic hand after aircraft crash

Apr.24, 2018 - A Vietnamese military pilot who suffered serious injuries in an air crash has recently received a 3D printed bionic hand. The hand was printed by 3D Master Company using a Zortrax M200 3D printer, and it is capable of being controlled by the pilot's own thoughts. More

Researchers combine 3D printing and microfluidics in cost-effective method for preparing bio-chips

Apr.24, 2018 - A team of researchers at CUNY have succeeded in developing an advanced new technique for creating bio-chips. Using beam-pen lithography and microfluidics, they were capable of using nano-printing to print multiple molecules on to the surface of the same bio-chip, making the process much more efficient and versatile. More

BioNEEK knee brace exploits INTAMSYS 3D printing and ultra-light PEEK material for improved endurance and mobility

Apr.23, 2018 - An advanced new medical device has been developed using INTAMSYS' PEEK materials and 3D printing technology. The BioNEEK knee brace provides support and protection to people with knee problems, and INTAMSYS' products have made it extra-lightweight as well as strong and durable. More

Ballistix Tactical Tracer RAM kit lets modding gamers 3D print their own LED light bar

Apr.20, 2018 - Ballistix, the gaming-oriented division of Micron Technology, has just released a new modifiable RAM kit. The Ballistix Tactical Tracer gaming RAM offers gamers the ability to 3D print their own light bar cover, with the design files being available for free online. More

Chinese surgeons create first-ever 3D printed facial implant for a child

Apr.20, 2018 - A team of surgeons in China made use of 3D printing to produce a titanium jaw implant for a 10 year-old boy. The operation has now been declared a success, and this is the first time a child's face has been successfully reconstructed using the technology. More

Windsor biologists 3D print robo-toads to help study real toads' unusual mating ritual

Apr.19, 2018 - A team of researchers at Canada's University of Windsor have 3D printed robotic toads to study unusual mating behaviour. The realistic replica toads are being placed amongst real ones to stimulate behaviour, in an effort to solve the mystery of brown toads in Costa Rica turning yellow for one day a year. More

BASF and Essentium create extra-strong 3D printed plastic/carbon fiber prosthetic leg

Apr.19, 2018 - The partnership between BASF and Essentium has recently developed an innovative new product for the prosthetics market. The 3D printed device consists of a leg and a foot and an extra-strong plastic/carbon fiber socket, made using BASF's Ultramid polyamide material, and it was produced through Essentium's TriFusion Devices subsidiary. More

3D Housing 05: EU's first 3D printed house debuts at Milan Design Week 2018

Apr.19, 2018 - Engineering company Arup and CLS Architects' much-anticipated '3D printed one-bedroom house' has been revealed at the Salone del Mobile design in Milan. The event, hosted from April 17 to 22, features the 3D printed home in Milan's central Piazza Cesare Beccaria, where guests can admire its 3D printed structure. More

Peak Sport releases first 3D printed volleyball shoes

Apr.19, 2018 - China's Peak Sport has released the first range of 3D printed shoes for volleyball. The shoes were developed by gathering data from a number of professional players and creating an advanced design for improved cushioning, which was then printed using SLS technology. More

Rice's 3D printed cervix models help teach cervical cancer screening

Apr.18, 2018 - A group of students at Rice University have developed a device that can assist in the treatment and diagnosis of cervical cancer. The 3D printed device has a number of cervix models which can be used for training, and it will be particularly helpful for medical professionals in areas with limited resources. More

U.S. Army 3D prints squid-like soft robots for improved stealth in combat

Apr.18, 2018 - A joint research project between the University of Minnesota and the U.S. Army has taken inspiration from nature for 3D printed soft robots. The robots' motion is based on that of invertebrates, as this allows for improved flexibility with less complex mechanisms and electronics, increasing the viability for battlefield use. More

Lockheed Martin, PADT, Stratasys to 3D print over 100 parts for NASA's Orion capsule

Apr.18, 2018 - More than 100 parts for U.S. space agency NASA's deep-space capsule Orion will be made by 3D printers, using technology that experts say will eventually become key to efforts to send humans to Mars. Lockheed Martin, PADT, Stratasys to 3D print over 100 parts for NASA's Orion capsule More

UW researchers 3D print innovative 'smart' device for ordering laundry detergent

Apr.17, 2018 - A group of students at the University of Washington has used 3D printing technology in order to make a useful household device. Their 'smart' device can be fitted to the cap of a bottle of laundry liquid, and it is capable of sending a message to a phone to order more detergent through the Amazon app, when the bottle is almost empty. More

Nike's 3D printed Zoom Vaporfly Elite Flyprint to boost Eliud Kipchoge's London Marathon 2018

Apr.17, 2018 - Marathon runner Eliud Kipchoge will run this year's London Marathon in a pair of Nike trainers that were developed using 3D printing technology. The company used its Flyprint system to individually print threads of the upper fabric, in an effort to reduce weight and help Kipchoge achieve the fastest-ever marathon run. More

VTT 3D prints 'smart' metal shaft in big step towards industrial A.I.

Apr.17, 2018 - Finland's VTT research centre has developed a proof-of-concept for a 'smart' metal component. The 3D printed part is a metal shaft for a bearing, and it has embedded sensors that allow it to provide feedback on its own performance in real-time. More

BMW to open new $12 million Additive Manufacturing Campus in 2019

Apr.16, 2018 - BMW has announced that it will be opening a new Additive Manufacturing Campus sometime in 2019. Costing around $12 million, the facility will be located just north of Munich and will be focused on interdisciplinary training and developing the most cutting-edge solutions to manufacturing problems. More

Researchers 3d print robust, superelastic foam with tunable properties for footwear and car seating

Apr.16, 2018 - A group of researchers at Cleveland's Cape Western Reserve University have fabricated a new superelastic foam material. Using 3D printing, they modified the structure of polyurethane to have tunable properties as well as high levels of robustness and elasticity, and the foam could be useful for footwear, seating and other purposes. More

Youtuber James Bruton awarded Guinness World Record for tallest 3D printed sculpture of a human

Apr.16, 2018 - A maker based in the UK has been awarded the Guinness World Record for world's largest 3D printed human sculpture. The statue, which stands at 3.62m (11.8 ft), is modelled after its maker James Bruton and took over 500 hours to print. More

E&G and U.S. Navy use HP Jet Fusion technology to explore 3D printed explosives

Apr.16, 2018 - E&G Associates, a company formed by engineering grads from the University of Tennessee, is collaborating with the U.S. Navy on explosives research. The company will be making use of HP's Jet Fusion 3D printing technology to explore different shapes and material combinations, with tests carried out at the Missouri University of Science and Technology. More

Three fun DIY projects: 3D printed chess set, handheld self-propelling device, Nintendo Switch accessories

Apr.14, 2018 - Here's a round-up of three more exciting DIY 3D printing projects that have been posted online recently. The hobbyist community has been busy as ever, with a 3D printed chess set, a handheld self-propelling device, and Nintendo Switch accessories. More

SCI-Arc students re-imagine former LA prison with AI and 3D printing

Apr.13, 2018 - A group of architecture students at LA's Sci-Arc have used 3D printing and AI in their proposals for a re-development project. They captured images of Lincoln Heights, a disused LA jail complex, and came up with innovative ideas to adapt it using cutting-edge technologies More

17 year-old Alejandro Colli offers to 3D print free prosthetics for pets

Apr.13, 2018 - A young student from Argentina has announced his intention to 3D print prosthetics for dogs. 17 year-old Alejandro Colli will be offering the prosthetics free of charge, and his campaign has received over 70, 000 retweets on Twitter. More

3D printed octopus organs could have applications in biomedical devices, sensors, and stretchable electronics

Apr.13, 2018 - As members of the Cephalopod family, octopuses, squids, and cuttlefish all have an important survival mechanism in common: their remarkable ability to camouflage, instantaneously transforming colour to match their surroundings. Now, for the first time, humans are getting in on the action thanks to two engineers and multi-material 3D printing. More

3D printed metamaterials can be switched on and off remotely for sound and vibration control

Apr.12, 2018 - A group of researchers at USC Viterbi has made use of 3D printing in order to create a unique metamaterial. Like many metamaterials, its structure can be used to control sound waves, but this acoustic metamaterial's properties can also be controlled remotely using a magnetic field. More

CSIRO's Data61 seeks multi-material 3D printer for soft robotics

Apr.12, 2018 - Data61, a branch of Australian research organization CSIRO, is looking for a high-end, multi-material 3D printer. The machine will be used as part of various soft robotics projects and other environmental research, including the integration of bio-sensors into marine wildlife. More

Airbus installs first visible 3D printed part in Finnair A320 passenger cabin

Apr.12, 2018 - The first 3D printed part that will be visible to passengers has been debuted by Airbus in its A320 aircraft. People flying with Finnair will be able to see the spacer panel, which is the first 3D printed part that meets Airbus' aesthetic standards for passenger cabins. More

3D printing helps to map arteries and improve outcomes for oral surgery

Apr.11, 2018 - A start-up called Starfish Engineering has recently pioneered a technique to improve oral surgery. The Purdue University-affiliated company used a 3D printed phantom to test out its approach, which uses light in order to create a detailed 3D map of arteries and lesions inside a patient's mouth. More

Duke's new 3D printed metamaterial can perfectly redirect and reflect soundwaves

Apr.11, 2018 - A group of researchers at Duke University have designed a new metamaterial that enables them to control soundwaves efficiently. Fabricated using 3D printing, the metamaterial's structure allowed them to precisely control the reflection and transmission of sound. More

3D printing and machine learning turn smartphone cameras into microscopes

Apr.11, 2018 - A team of researchers at UCLA have made use of 3D printing and machine learning in order to improve accessibility to advanced microscopy. Their 3D printed devices enhanced smartphone photos to microscopic levels, and then deep-learning techniques were used to improve the quality even further, for laboratory analysis. More

NASA to launch Cornell lab's 2 3D printed CubeSats into space in 2019

Apr.10, 2018 - The ninth round of NASA's CubeSat Launch Initiative has just been announced, and two projects by Cornell students have been selected. The projects are called PAN and Alpha, and they will launch their nano-satellites, made using 3D printing, into space in 2019. More

Temple researchers 3D print personalized bandages for improved comfort and faster healing

Apr.10, 2018 - A group of researchers at Philadelphia's Temple University has made use of 3D printing in order to create improved bandages. Their method draws on the electro-spinning technique to make personalized 3D printed bandages made of soy protein, which offer improved fit as well as better tissue regeneration. More

Orbital ATK successfully tests 3D printed warhead for hypersonic weapons

Apr.10, 2018 - Orbital ATK has carried out a successful test on a new warhead, which was built primarily using 3D printing technology. The warhead is designed for use with hypersonic weapons, and 3D printing 3 out of its 5 main components allowed the production time to be cut down by over a month. More

Olaf Diegel 3D prints eye-catching Bling 3D aluminium bracelets

Apr.10, 2018 - A Swedish designer has 3D printed a range of impressive chain-link bracelets from an aluminium alloy. Olaf Diegel, who also 3D prints unique customized guitars, started out the project as an exercise before evenutally turning it into the Bling3D jewelery range. More

3D printed gloves give Australian para-triathlete a shot at Commonwealth gold

Apr.9, 2018 - An Australian para-triathlete will be competing soon in the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, and should be performing better than ever thanks to 3D printing technology. Adelaide's ThincLab studio helped him out by 3D printing some special gloves, in order to better protect his hands as he races. More

Three fun DIY 3D printing projects: 3D printed weather station, car key and workbench light arch

Apr.8, 2018 - Here’s a round-up of three more exciting DIY 3D printing projects that have been posted online recently. The hobbyist community has been busy as ever, with a 3D printed car key, a weather station, and a workbench light arch. More

Festo's 3D printed, semi-autonomous robotic flying fox has a wingspan of more than 7 feet

Apr.7, 2018 - German electronics company Festo has made use of 3D printing technology to develop an impressive working replica of the flying fox. Made of printed components as well as carbon rods and elastane fabric, the robot flies just like the large bat, and has an integrated infrared camera. More

18 year-old Joaquin Vergara offers free 3D printed prosthetics on Twitter and Facebook

Apr.6, 2018 - A student in Argentina has posted a video on social media offering to 3D print prosthetics for those in need, and got a remarkable response. He received over 80, 000 retweets, and is now collaborating with a number of different people to provide them with the assistance they need. More

Digital Chaiselongue: Incremental3d and Philipp Aduatz 3D print innovative concrete chair

Apr.5, 2018 - A collaborative effort between startup Incremental3d and Philipp Aduatz, both based in Austria, has led to the creation of some impressive 3D printed concrete sculptures. A concrete 'Digital Chaiselongue' and other pieces will be on display at an exhibition at this year's Milan Design Week. More

US Navy boosts investment in metal 3D printing for battleships

Apr.4, 2018 - The United States Navy is now looking at employing 3D printing to manufacture metal parts for critical Naval applications, further bolstering fleet readiness. According to Concurrent Technologies Corporation (CTC), the Office of Naval Research has awarded the company a $2.6 million two-year contract to supply technology solutions that will ensure the manufacturability of quality metallic parts from additive manufacturing (AM) machines. More

MIT engineers use 3D printing to develop Kirigami-influenced adhesive bandages

Apr.3, 2018 - A team of engineers at MIT have made use of 3D printed molds to create special film bandages out of a rubber-like material. These films incorporate slits, similar to those used in the art of Kirigami, and this gives them special adhesive properties that are useful for medical applications. More

MX3D to install world's first 3D printed steel bridge over Amsterdam canal

Apr.3, 2018 - Dutch 3D printing company MX3D has recently finished production on the world's first fully 3D printed steel bridge. It has a unique design and advanced smart sensors, and should be installed over an Amsterdam canal sometime in the near future. More

CSAIL engineers capture underwater footage with SoFi, a 3D printed soft robotic fish

Apr.3, 2018 - A team of engineers at CSAIL has captured underwater footage using a soft robotic fish, known as SoFi. The head of the fish was 3D printed, and the whole design is simple and lightweight, allowing for improved movement and less disruption of the environment when compared to traditional underwater vehicles. More

CSAIL engineers capture underwater footage with SoFi, a 3D printed soft robotic fish

Apr.3, 2018 - A team of engineers at CSAIL has captured underwater footage using a soft robotic fish, known as SoFi. The head of the fish was 3D printed, and the whole design is simple and lightweight, allowing for improved movement and less disruption of the environment when compared to traditional underwater vehicles. More

Leaf-inspired 3D printed microstructure could clean oceans after oil spills

Mar.30, 2018 - Researchers from the University of Southern California have drawn inspiration from nature for the development of materials that could help clean up oil spills. The team has used 3D printing to recreate the microstructure composition of floating fern leaves for this purpose. More

Hero Arm: Open Bionics to roll out 'world's first' medically approved 3D printed bionic arm

Mar.30, 2018 - Open Bionics, a UK-based developer of low-cost 3D printed prosthetic hands, has received some exciting news from the NHS. The company's Hero Arm has become the first ever medically approved 3D printed bionic arm and will be available across the UK starting April 25. More

Manchester students 3D print robotic prosthetic hand for under $500

Mar.29, 2018 - A group of students from the University of Manchester is lending a helping hand by designing a low-cost 3D printed robotic hand. The 3D printed prosthetic can be made for as little as £307 ($430), and is capable of performing a range of functions. More

3D printed replicas of Wall Street's 'Fearless Girl' statue go on sale for $6,500

Mar.29, 2018 - You can now buy your very own miniature version of Wall Street's now famous 'Fearless Girl' sculpture for $6,500. Artist Kristen Visbal is creating a limited run of 1,000 replicas made with the help of 3D scanning and printing. More

This smart 3D printed Lawnmower Robot can be controlled with a Playstation joypad

Mar.29, 2018 - Maker [v.loschiavo] has developed an incredible 3D printed Lawnmower Robot for the 2018 Hackaday Prize. The robot is solar-powered, made from 3D printed ABS components, and can be controlled with a Playstation controller. More

Genesis Essentia concept car boasts 3D printed interior and transparent roof

Mar.29, 2018 - Genesis, Hyundai Motor Group's luxury vehicle brand, has got the auto world abuzz with its recently unveiled Essentia Concept car. The luxury car, a battery-powered electric vehicle with 3D printed components, was presented at the New York International Auto Show this week. More

3D bioprinted cell patches used to repair damaged diaphragms in groundbreaking study

Mar.28, 2018 - Researchers in Japan have used a 3D bioprinted cellular patch to repair damaged human diaphragms attached to rats, seeing 'complete tissue integration' of the printed grafts after a period of time. The exciting bioprinting research paves the way for a clinical trial. More

SLM 3D printer used to make fusion reactor part in China

Mar.28, 2018 - Scientists from the Institute of Nuclear Energy Safety Technology (INEST) and Chinese Academy of Sciences have built and tested a 3D printed wall of a test blanket module, a component of a fusion reactor, using CLAM steel. More

Volvo CE starts 3D printing spare parts, 'significantly reduces' lead times

Mar.27, 2018 - Volvo Construction Equipment, the construction equipment subsidiary of the Volvo Group, has introduced 3D printing in order to deliver spare parts to customers more quickly and efficiently. Parts 3D printed so far include plastic coverings and sections of air conditioning units. More

Materialise 3D prints Antwerp City Hall as part of huge municipal restoration effort

Mar.27, 2018 - 3D software company Materialise has put together a huge 3D printed model of Antwerp City Hall, a building from the 16th century. The company had to use its Mammoth Stereolithography 3D printers for the large-scale 3D printing project. More

France's 3D printed Yhnova house to welcome first residents this June

Mar.27, 2018 - Just outside of the French city of Nantes, the Yhnova 3D printed social housing project has been officially inaugurated. The 3D printed house is preparing to welcome its first residents in June. More

3D printed combustion chamber improves Zero 2 Infinity's balloon-assisted rocket

Mar.26, 2018 - Barcelona-based Zero 2 Infinity has received support from non-profit organization FADA in its effort to develop a new generation of rocket engines with 3D printed combustion chambers. 3D printing reduces the cost, weight, and environmental impact of the 'Bloostar' engine. More

Reebok's new Liquid Floatride Run sneakers use 3D printing to reduce weight by 20%

Mar.26, 2018 - Sportswear brand Reebok has unveiled its latest 3D printed sneaker: the Liquid Floatride Run. The shoe, which uses the company's Liquid Factory 3D printing technology, is reportedly 20% lighter than its non 3D printed counterpart. More

3D printed stomach monitor less painful than a catheter up the nose

Mar.26, 2018 - Researchers at the University of California at Berkeley and University of California at San Diego have developed a 3D printed stomach monitor that could help identify gastro-intestinal problems. The researchers say the 3D printed medical device could inspire a 'new kind of medicine.' More

Reddit user 3D prints prosthetic foot for one-legged Wyoming peacock

Mar.23, 2018 - Over the years, 3D printing has helped many an animal get back on its feet, from Polly the parrot, to Leo the chihuahua, to Bagpipes the adorable penguin. Most recently, a family in Wyoming turned to the technology to help out its pet peacock who lost a foot due to frostbite this winter. More

Europe's 'first 3D printed house' to take up residence in Milan's iconic Piazza Cesare Beccaria this April

Mar.23, 2018 - Engineering company Arup and CLS Architects have announced their plans to present what is being heralded as 'Europe's first 3D printed one-bedroom house' at the upcoming Salone del Mobile design showcase in Milan. More

Earwig wings inspire origami-like 3D printed foldable structures

Mar.23, 2018 - As someone who is terrified of earwigs, learning that they could fly was a bit traumatic. Fortunately, its not all bad news, as researchers from ETH Zurich and Purdue University have been recreating earwig wings using 3D printing to learn more about origami design principles. More

Biomedical incubator opens 3D printing facilities in Texas & California to boost innovation

Mar.22, 2018 - Watershed Idea Foundry, a biomedical incubator and accelerator in San Antonio, Texas, has opened its first additive manufacturing and R&D facilities, one in California, one in Texas. Its California facility is focused on titanium 6Al4V additive manufacturing. More

Four 3D printable RPG & tabletop gaming models on Kickstarter right now

Mar.22, 2018 - 3D printing has truly revolutionized role-playing games (RPGs) and tabletop games, enabling gamers to bring their fantasy and sci-fi worlds to life like never before. Check out some of the most current 3D printable RPG models and terrains available on Kickstarter now. More

MIT's 3D printed robotic 'SoFi' fish could be future of underwater observation

Mar.22, 2018 - MIT's prolific Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) recently revealed a new technology which could make it easier to capture video and photographic recordings of unknown or mysterious underwater creatures: a 3D printed robotic fish called SoFi. More

Texas motorcycle shop GT-Moto 3D prints production parts for custom bikes

Mar.21, 2018 - GT-Moto, a custom motorcycle shop in Plano, Texas, is leveraging 3D printing technologies to streamline the design and development process for new and innovative motorcycles. More

Livrea's 3D printed yacht relies on specialized LEHVOSS thermoplastics, OCORE technology

Mar.21, 2018 - Would you take to the seas in a 3D printed boat? Italian boat manufacturer Livrea Yacht is betting some people will, and is currently developing the world’s first 3D printed sailboat in partnership with German chemicals company LEHVOSS Group (and its parent company, Lehmann & Voss). More

Chanel to produce up to 1 million 3D printed mascara brushes a month

Mar.21, 2018 - Chanel Parfums Beaute has turned to 3D printing for the production of an unlikely item: a mascara brush. In partnership with France-based Erpro 3D Factory, Chanel says it will begin manufacturing mascara brushes on an industrial scale using 3D printing. More

Amsterdam drug dealers caught stashing cocaine in 3D printed Nintendo cartridges

Mar.20, 2018 - Dutch police have arrested four people on suspicion of drug dealing. The accused, who had supposedly been running a dark web operation, had a network of three 3D printers for printing fake Nintendo cartridges and ink cartridges, which they would stuff with cocaine, MDMA, and other drugs. More

Footwear brand ECCO explores custom 3D printed shoes in QUANT-U pilot project

Mar.20, 2018 - Popular Danish footwear brand ECCO is taking its shoe design to new technological heights with its new pilot project, QUANT-U. The project brings together 3D scanning and 3D printing for customized footwear. More

DIY home decor: 3D print this glowing pinecone lamp

Mar.19, 2018 - Netherlands-based maker [Streetfire_Industries] has designed a cool 3D printable lamp shaped like a pinecone. The lamp, which was designed in Solidworks and which can be downloaded from Thingiverse, has a standard E14 bulb connection. More

Reinforce your tabletop army with 3D printed Sci-Fi Tanks

Mar.19, 2018 - 3D printed wargame specialist Duncan 'Shadow' Louca has launched a Kickstarter for his latest 3D printable wargame models: Sci-Fi Tanks. Backers can receive all the 3D printed tanks for a pledge of around $77. More

Dutch trauma center 3D prints bone fracture models for better treatment

Mar.18, 2018 - A trauma center in the Netherlands is using 3D printing technologies to improve the treatment of trauma patients, especially those who are admitted with bone fractures. The technology is being explored at the Elisabeth-TweeSteden Ziekenhuis (ETZ) trauma center. More

Stars Mandy Moore and Milo Ventimiglia 3D print SAG award replicas for young co-stars

Mar.18, 2018 - It seems even the stars are seeing the benefits of 3D printing these days. Actors Mandy Moore and Milo Ventimiglia from popular NBC show This is Us used 3D printing to replicate their SAG Awards for Best TV Ensemble to give to the rest of the show's cast. More

Prices revealed for 3D printed Star Trek Online starships

Mar.16, 2018 - About a month ago, we heard that free-to-play MMORPG Star Trek Online would be letting gamers 3D print their starships courtesy of a collaboration with 3D printing company Mixed Dimensions. Prices have now been revealed for those 3D printed models, and they're pretty steep. More

UK father 3D prints prosthetic arms for three-year-old son

Mar.16, 2018 - In another heartwarming 3D printing story, a father from Barnsley in England has used additive manufacturing to create a number of prosthetic arms for his three-year-old son. More

This 3D printed lithophane lamp makes your photographs 3D

Mar.15, 2018 - Instructables user [geekrex] has created a tutorial for 3D printing your photographs and turning them into a lithophane lamp. The cool technique requires a 3D printer, some LED lights, and a few other bits and pieces. More

Loop's 3D printed earplugs prevent tinnitus with style

Mar.15, 2018 - Loop, a Belgian startup specializing in ear protection technology, has developed a pair of 3D printed earplugs that can help fight tinnitus and ringing ears. Loop says its 3D printed devices can prevent hearing loss without looking 'dorky.' More

Artists in Canada's North are learning to integrate 3D printing and other tech into their work

Mar.14, 2018 - Artists from the Canadian town of Inuvik have been given the chance to learn digital technologies such as 3D printing for the purpose of integrating tech elements into their art. The initiative is part of a 10-week course organized by the Inuvialuit Community Economic Development Organization. More

Treat yourself to a gold-plated 3D printed fetus

Mar.14, 2018 - Russian company Embryo 3D is offering parents-to-be the chance to 3D print their unborn child. Not as a substitute for live birth, of course, but as a synthetic keepsake of their future son or daughter. The weirdest thing? Embryo 3D is just one of several companies doing this. More

XEV says its 3D printed electric car is ready for mass production

Mar.14, 2018 - Italian company X Electrical Vehicle (XEV) says its 3D printed electric car, the LSEV, will be ready for mass production by the end of the year. The first 3D printed LSEV car is currently being demonstrated at Shanghai's China 3D Printing Cultural Museum. More

Future of 3D printed soft robots depends on 'new innovation' in 3DP, soft lithography, RP

Mar.13, 2018 - Researchers at South Korea's Jeju National University have carried out research into the viability of 3D printed soft robots. They suggest that many obstacles remain before 3D printing is fully capable of making soft robots at scale. More

Is Emerging Objects' Cabin of Curiosities the most beautiful 3D printed building ever?

Mar.13, 2018 - Bay Area 3D printing startup Emerging Objects has created a 3D printed 'Cabin of Curiosities,' a proof of concept for demonstrating the architectural possibilities of additive manufacturing. The 3D printed cabin demonstrates how technology can be used to solve 21st-century housing issues. More

Japanese high schoolers 3D print Buddhist statues to prevent theft from temples

Mar.13, 2018 - High school students in Japan are learning how to use 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies to help preserve traditional culture through the replication of statues from Buddhist temples. More

UK biotech firm FabRx turns to SLS 3D printing for 'Printlet' drug tablets

Mar.13, 2018 - FabRx, a biotech company based in London, is using additive manufacturing to develop 3D printed medicine tablets called 'Printlets.' The company is relying on selective laser sintering technology developed by Swiss additive company Sintratec. More

These 3D printed Bose AR sunglasses look much cooler than Google Glass

Mar.12, 2018 - High-end audio equipment company Bose is developing augmented reality (AR) sunglasses. The company has demonstrated a 3D printed prototype that can provide audio information about local points of interest, and expects to launch the Bose AR product this summer. More

CT & MRI scans combined for hybrid 3D printed lung cancer models

Mar.12, 2018 - Yet another example of how 3D printing is impacting the medical field has come out of Spain, where experts from the Hospital Cruz Roja in Cordoba have 3D printed lung cancer models for the purpose of surgical planning. More

Cheshire 3D Print Hub: 40,000 sq ft 3D printing facility set to boost UK AM

Mar.12, 2018 - Manchester Metropolitan University and property company Tatton Estate have agreed to build Cheshire 3D Print Hub (C3D), a multi-million-pound, 40,000-square-foot 3D printing facility in Cheshire, UK. More

Lumecluster's Melissa Ng 3D prints amazing Hela Headdress from Marvel's Thor: Ragnarok

Mar.9, 2018 - Artist and cosplay specialist Melissa Ng of Lumecluster has once again collaborated with Marvel Studios to recreate one of its iconic costumes using 3D printing. This time Melissa has turned to one of its more villainous characters: the irreproachable Hela from Thor: Ragnarok. More

Singapore wants elementary schoolers learning 3D printing, robotics, more

Mar.9, 2018 - Singapore's Applied Learning Programme (ALP), which aims to deliver hands-on learning programs to primary schoolers, is being expanded. All schools will implement the program, which includes STEM activities like robotics, coding, and 3D printing, by the year 2023. More

3D printed Periscope Case makes smartphone photography way more versatile

Mar.8, 2018 - Portland startup Detox has launched a crowdfunding campaign for a 3D printed smartphone camera accessory that is ideal for 'active photography.' The accessory, called the Periscope Case, consists of a mirror and 3D printed frame that fits over your smartphone. More

How fake blood and 3D printed aortas help Ohio doctors treat patients

Mar.8, 2018 - Physicians and biomedical engineers at Ohio State University have been 3D printing patient aortas in flexible materials using CT scan data. These 3D printed aorta models can be tested in heart simulators to determine the best course of treatment for a patient. More

3D printed smartphone case measures your blood pressure — but is it accurate enough?

Mar.8, 2018 - A 3D printed smartphone case could be used to measure blood pressure. The device uses a button-like sensor that users can push with their finger, but some experts have warned the device might not be accurate enough. More

Stryker's 'Tritanium' 3D printed lumbar cage gets FDA approval

Mar.8, 2018 - Stryker, a medical technology company headquartered in Michigan, has received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration for its 3D printed Tritanium TL Curved Posterior Lumbar Cage. It will become available in Q2 2018. More

Bottoms up! James Boag updates beer bottle with 3D printing

Mar.8, 2018 - When you crack open a cold one, it's not likely your first though will be about 3D printed design. But if James Boag’s Premium Lager happens to be your drink of choice, you’ll be sipping directly from some 3D printing-enabled innovation. More

3D printed accessory transforms 35 mm cameras into hybrid digital cameras

Mar.7, 2018 - Samuel Mello Medeiros, an Italy-based designer, has created 'I'm Back,' a 3D printed accessory for converting old analog cameras into digital ones. The $279 device is now on Kickstarter, and works with vintage cameras including those made by Nikon, Canon, Pentax, and Leica. More

Goodyear's Oxygene 3D printed concept tire uses live plants to clean the air

Mar.7, 2018 - It's that time of year again: time for Goodyear to unveil its latest concept tire. This year's design, called the Oxygene Tire, brings together organic life, 3D printing, and AI for what could very well be the most innovative and eco-friendly concept tire we've seen to date. More

Materialise simplifies shoulder surgery with TRUMATCH virtual system, 3D printed guides

Mar.7, 2018 - Materialise has launched its TRUMATCH Personalized Solutions Shoulder System, which will help orthopedic surgeons prepare for shoulder arthroplasty surgery using 3D printed guides and a virtual pre-planning environment. More

Armless statue Venus de Milo fitted with 3D printed prosthetics in Paris

Mar.7, 2018 - One of the art world's most famous amputees was fitted with two 3D printed prosthetic arms yesterday to promote the proliferation and accessibility of 3D printed prosthetics. The awareness stunt exhibited a replica of Venus de Milo with two prosthetic arms strapped to her. More

10 years on, the first 3D printed hip is still going strong

Mar.6, 2018 - A decade ago, an Italian surgeon named Dr. Guido Grappiolo used a titanium 3D printed implant on a patient requiring a hip replacement. That patient remains healthy to this day, which bodes well for the medical 3D printing world. More

Balenciaga uses 3D printing to create dramatic silhouettes in AW 2018 fashion collection

Mar.6, 2018 - Balenciaga is the latest fashion house to turn to high-tech processes for its haute couture garments. The brand's designer Demna Gvasalia used 3D printing to create a series of exaggerated contour jackets for Balenciaga's Autumn/Winter 2018 collection. More

3D printed glove helps Parkinson's patients complete daily tasks

Mar.6, 2018 - Students from Western University in Canada have designed a specialized glove that helps suppress tremors caused by Parkinson's disease. The glove, still in its prototyping stage, was realized with the help of 3D printing technologies. More

Solar-powered 3D printer helps in Solomon Islands relief efforts

Mar.6, 2018 - Armed with just a 3D printer, laptop, and plastic waste, a team of researchers has demonstrated how to 3D print a pipe replacement part during a cyclone in the Solomon Islands. They hope to introduce 3D printing technology to locals on the island for future disaster relief efforts. More

3D printing used to make spare parts in AMADEE-18 Mars simulation mission

Mar.5, 2018 - A student from Texas A&M has demonstrated how 3D printing can be used to help future settlers on Mars. The demonstration was part of the recent AMADEE-18 simulation mission organized by the Austrian Space Forum and the Oman National Steering Committee. More

The future of healthcare: 3D printing and VR 'video games' for doctors

Mar.5, 2018 - GE Healthcare has identified 3D printing and immersive VR 'video games' as some of the technological advancements that are changing modern healthcare. Doctors can now use VR headsets like the Oculus Rift to get 'inside' a patient's body parts. More

Moti Digital 3D prints 12-foot-tall skeleton for Mexican Festival of Light

Mar.4, 2018 - Moti Digital, a 3D printing service in Mexico, has used Massivit's large-format additive manufacturing technologies to create a giant skeleton installation for the Mexican Festival of Light in the city of Guadalajara. More

Manchester scientists 3D bioprinting brain structures for neurodegenerative disease treatments

Mar.4, 2018 - Scientists from the University of Manchester are exploring the use of 3D bioprinting to aid in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's. 3D bioprinting technology could be used to produce models and structures that closely mimic the neurovascular unit (NVU). More

Boom! Australia commits $2M to 3D printed explosives research

Mar.4, 2018 - Defence Science and Technology (DST) Group, a public-funded Australian R&D organization specializing in energetics materials, is researching the viability of 3D printed explosives, propellants, and pyrotechnics. The research could lead to the production of 'advanced weapons systems.' More

NASA test-fires partially 3D printed RS-25 engines to highest power level yet

Mar.2, 2018 - NASA has tested its Space Launch System (SLS) engines up to 113 percent thrust level, the highest RS-25 power level achieved to date. The hot fire featured a test of an RS-25 flight controller, as well as a 3D printed engine component. More

'Neon Nom Noms' are the 3D printed cakes you wish you were eating

Mar.2, 2018 - Chef Steph Keefe is doing some pretty magical things with 3D printing in the kitchen. As Head Chef of Budmen Industries' Techno Test Kitchen, Keefe and her team have been using 3D printing to make a stunning selection of digitally designed cakes. More

CIMON: Airbus & IBM build giant 3D printed 'flying brain' to help astronauts solve problems

Mar.2, 2018 - Airbus and IBM are developing CIMON (Crew Interactive MObile CompanioN), an AI-based assistant for astronauts for the DLR Space Administration. The ball-shaped robot with the friendly face is 3D printed in plastic and metal. More

3D printed 'retroreflectors' help researchers wirelessly charge a smartphone using lasers

Mar.1, 2018 - Engineers at the University of Washington have used 3D printing to create a wireless smartphone charging system. The system uses a narrow, invisible laser beam, and can potentially charge a smartphone as quickly as a standard USB cable. More

Amazing 3D printed hyperspectral imagers can be mounted on drones

Mar.1, 2018 - A team of researchers in Norway has developed a low-cost, 3D printed hyperspectral imager device which could be installed on drones to give them advanced imaging capabilities. The drone-mounted device can be made for as little as $700. More

New Zealand students 3D print titanium engine for recyclable, eco-friendly car

Mar.1, 2018 - A team of students from New Zealand's University of Canterbury has designed and 3D printed a titanium engine for an eco-friendly car. The AM engineering feat is reportedly a world first. More

Harvard researchers' 3D printed soft robots can sense movement, pressure, temperature

Feb.28, 2018 - Researchers at Harvard University have developed a platform for creating 3D printed soft robots with embedded'sensors'that can sense movement, pressure, touch, and temperature. The researchers are calling it a 'foundational advance' in soft robotics. More

Massive 'Plastic Madonna' being 3D printed from 100,000 plastic bottles in the Netherlands

Feb.28, 2018 - Klean, a Dutch organization dedicated to reducing and reusing plastic pollution, is recreating one of the most iconic female figures in art history, the Madonna, using plastic waste and 3D printers. More

Smart OWA Speaker with customizable 3D printed casing on Kickstarter

Feb.28, 2018 - A French startup has designed a customizable 3D printed smart speaker. The product, called the OWA Speaker, is currently being featured in a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. More

Can't afford the Sony AIBO? 3D print a robotic cat

Feb.27, 2018 - Programming expert Rongzhong Li has designed a complex 3D printable robotic cat equipped with artificial intelligence and numerous cool features. The fake feline, which contains an Arduino Pro Mini and a Raspberry Pi 3 Model B, has a 'Super Hard' classification on hackster.io. More

Printin' in the wind: 3D printed harmonica microphone produces great sound

Feb.27, 2018 - US harmonica specialist BlowsMeAway Productions has developed RackIt!, a handsfree 3D printed harmonica microphone that can be plugged directly into an amp. It sound has been described as retro and modern at the same time. More

Dolce & Gabbana shocks audiences by sending purse-carrying drones down the runway

Feb.27, 2018 - Italy's Dolce & Gabbana is the latest fashion house to use tech in its runway display. At the recent D&G Fall/Winter 2018/19 Women's Fashion Show in Milan, the models were left a bit empty-handed as drones were tasked with showing off the brand's latest handbags. More

Saskatoon's 3D printed camper complete, breaks record for largest indoor 3D print

Feb.26, 2018 - A 3D printing cafe in Saskatoon, Canada has not only completed the first ever 3D printed camper, but has also captured the title for largest indoor 3D print to date. More

Indian space agency plans to 3D print igloo-like outposts on the moon

Feb.26, 2018 - The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is reportedly exploring the possibility of creating 3D printed lunar habitats on the moon. The space agency joins NASA, the European Space Agency (ESA), and Russia in the race to settle on the Earth's only permanent natural satellite. More

Shocking news! 3D bioprinted 'electric eel' hits 110 volts, could power your pacemaker

Feb.25, 2018 - Researchers from the University of Fribourg (Switzerland), University of Michigan, and UC San Diego have 3D bioprinted an electric eel-inspired device that produces 110 volts from hydrogels. They are presenting their findings this week in California. More

Johnson & Johnson to research 3D bioprinted organs in Ireland

Feb.25, 2018 - Medical and pharmaceutical giant Johnson & Johnson is opening a dedicated 3D bioprinting lab at Ireland's Trinity College Dublin. The lab will occupy a 100-square-meter space at the university's Biomedical Sciences Institute building. More

3D printed robotic flowers could save bee populations

Feb.25, 2018 - An Australian artist has come up with a novel idea for saving declining bee populations. The conceptual project, called 'Synthetic Polleniser,' relies on 3D printed robotic flowers and artificial pollination to encourage bees to breed. More

Gucci's latest fashion accessory: 3D printed heads?

Feb.24, 2018 - Fashion house Gucci sure turned heads at its Fall 2018 runway show in Milan this week...but not in the way you'd expect. More

Fathers and sons are 3D printing arms for each other

Feb.23, 2018 - In Missouri, a teenager has 3D printed a custom prosthetic arm for his veteran amputee father, while across the pond in the UK, a father has 3D printed a prosthesis for his 10-year-old son, born without a left hand. It's a lovely snapshot of 3D printing in 2018. More

Another giant leap for Made In Space: Guinness World Record for longest 3D printed object

Feb.23, 2018 - Made In Space, the Silicon Valley company that sent the first 3D printer into space, has announced its latest additive manufacturing feat: it has received the Guinness World Record for the world's longest 3D printed object. More

TU Eindhoven's 3D printed Noah car showcases future of sustainable automotive design

Feb.23, 2018 - A team of students from the Eindhoven University of Technology's TU/ecomotive group has designed a 3D printed concept car called Noah. The car showcases the potential of automotive evolution and, importantly, sustainable mobility. More

Winter Olympics: 3D printing helps France's greatest Olympian scoop biathlon gold

Feb.22, 2018 - Frenchman Martin Fourcade, winner of the men's biathlon 12.5 km pursuit at the Winter Olympics, shot his way to victory using a rifle made with 3D printing technology. The rifle was developed by Athletics 3D ' Olympics & Fitting, and prototyped on a Zortrax 3D printer. More

Star Trek Online captains can now 3D print their starships

Feb.22, 2018 - Star Trek Online, the massively multiplayer online role-playing game (MMORPG), now lets gamers 3D print their starships. The cool 3D printing feature comes thanks to a partnership between software company Perfect World, developer Cryptic Studios, and cloud 3D printing company Mixed Dimensions. More

3D printed terracotta pavilion by HKU on show in Shenzhen, China

Feb.22, 2018 - A team from the University of Hong Kong's robotic fabrication LAB is exhibiting a three-square-meter pavilion made from 3D printed terracotta bricks. It is being displayed at the Bi-City Biennale of Urbanism/Architecture (UABB) in Shenzhen, China. More

Johns Hopkins cleaning up 3D printed surgical models with new PostProcess Technologies gear

Feb.21, 2018 - PostProcess Technologies, a 3D printing company based in Buffalo, New York, is working with Johns Hopkins University to automate post-printing technologies for 3D printed surgical models. More

SLM Solutions 3D printing rare parts for Audi W12 engine

Feb.21, 2018 - German metal 3D printing company SLM Solutions is working with automaker Audi to make prototypes and spare parts. Components like the water adapter of the little-used Audi W12 engine are being 3D printed on the SLM 280 3D printer. More

Digitize your 35 mm photos with this free 3D printable film scanner

Feb.21, 2018 - Alexander Gee, a photographer and Thingiverse user from New Zealand, has designed a 3D printable 35 mm film digitizer that works with a Sony E-mount camera to capture film negatives in full detail. The tool is essentially a 1:1 'enlarger.' More

Google Arts and Culture presents 3D printed vases at Indian museum

Feb.20, 2018 - Google Arts and Culture has unveiled a series of 10 3D printed vases at Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya museum. The 3D printed pieces are part of the 'Future Relics' project. More

Check out this incredible 3D printed topographical map of the USA

Feb.20, 2018 - Reddit user [rittmafat] has created an incredible 3D printed map of the USA, complete with exaggerated topography. The 3D printed model shows the extreme difference in landscape between the East and West. More

Voxeljet sending half a million liters of 3D printed sand to Michigan

Feb.20, 2018 - German large-format 3D printer company voxeljet AG will supply more than 500,000 liters of 3D printed sand to Tooling and Equipment International (TEI) over the next three years. TEI is the largest user of 3D printed sand in the USA. More

Stelia Aerospace uses WAAM 3D printer for aluminum fuselage panel

Feb.20, 2018 - Stelia Aerospace, a French company that makes aerostructures and aircraft seats, has used 3D printing for its latest fuselage panel. The self-reinforcing panel, developed with Constellium, Centrale Nantes, and the CT Ingénierie group, is cheap and lightweight. More

3D printed smartphone microscope could help diagnose malaria

Feb.20, 2018 - Researchers from the Australian Research Council (ARC) Centre of Excellence for Nanoscale BioPhotonics (CNBP) have developed a 3D printed add-on clip that turns smartphones into fully functional microscopes. The clip is free to download. More

Dubai to unveil first 3D printed villa by April

Feb.20, 2018 - Dubai is trying to make good on its plan to have 25 percent of all buildings in the city 3D printed by the year 2030, and has taken another step towards realizing that goal. The city plans to unveil its first 3D printed villa in the next two months. More

Into the great un-gnome: 3D printed anti-communism gnome blasted into space

Feb.19, 2018 - A 3D printed model of a Polish 'krasnal' gnome, a symbol of the city of Wroclaw and of peaceful resistance against the communist regime of the 1980s, has been launched into the stratosphere. It celebrates 100 years of Polish independence. More

3D printable 'Epic Sci-Fi Tiles' for tabletop RPGs now on Kickstarter

Feb.19, 2018 - Epic Dungeon Tiles, a company that creates 3D printable tabletop sets for RPGs like Dungeons and Dragons, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its latest RPG tile collection: Epic Sci-Fi Tiles. More

3D printed chest prosthesis aids recovery of Welsh man with massive tumor

Feb.19, 2018 - A grandfather in Wales has become the country's first man to have his chest wall rebuilt with a 3D printed prosthesis. The man, Peter Maggs, had three ribs and half his breastbone removed to get rid of a large tumor. More

Missouri students 3D print prosthetic paw for Tucker the Australian shepherd

Feb.18, 2018 - Tucker, an adorable Australian shepherd born with an underdeveloped hind paw, was recently fitted with a 3D printed prosthetic. The prosthetic, which could help the five-year-old dog walk more evenly, was 3D printed by a dedicated team from the University of Missouri. More

3D print your own DIY thermal camera

Feb.18, 2018 - Well, the Ruiz Brothers from over at Adafruit have done it again: made another awesome and fully reproducible project that combines 3D printing and electronics. The make, a 3D printed thermal camera, is the perfect DIY project for this winter weekend. More

French startup Octobre71 sells colorful 3D printed eyewear

Feb.15, 2018 - Octobre71, a French eyewear startup, is leveraging 3D printing technologies to design and produce customized sunglasses that are 100 percent made in France. The stylish sunnies are 3D printed in partnership with French 3D printing service Sculpteo. More

Top 10 useful 3D printed accessories for any maker

Feb.15, 2018 - While 3D printing can be used to create almost any type of object, sometimes the handiest things to 3D print are for 3D printing itself. Check out some of the best 3D models for improving, organizing, or spiffing up your 3D printing work station. More

NASA: 3D printed medical tools could help astronauts stay healthy on eventual Mars mission

Feb.15, 2018 - A new NASA microbiology project aims to develop 3D printable tools that can handle liquids such as blood samples without spilling in microgravity. The 3D printed instruments will be tested on the International Space Station (ISS), and could be used to keep astronauts healthy. More

3D4E at UCLA giving 3D printed ukuleles to nearby orphanage

Feb.14, 2018 - 3D4E at UCLA, a 3D printing student organization and part of 3D4E National, is using 3D printing to make musical instruments such as ukuleles and shakers. The group is passing its 3D printed instruments on to the nearby Maryvale orphanage. More

UnisBrands: Penn State student startup 3D prints customized shoes

Feb.14, 2018 - Nicholas Unis, a young entrepreneur and student at Penn State, has transformed his passion for footwear into a unique business idea. The finance and accounting student is the founder of UnisBrands, a fashion label that designs, produces, and sells 3D printed shoes. More

Rotterdam's The Chocolate Factory increases production, cuts costs thanks to 3D printing

Feb.14, 2018 - The Chocolate Factory, a Rotterdam-based chocolate company, recently integrated 3D printed components into its chocolate packaging machines. Since the transition, and with the ability to 3D print replacement parts on demand, the company has reported reduced machine downtimes. More

Team USA aims to win gold with 3D printed sleds at Olympic luge competition

Feb.14, 2018 - With the XXIII Winter Olympic Games in well under way, it was only a matter of time before 3D printing was revealed to be involved. 3D printing giant Stratasys worked with the US Olympic Luge Team to 3D print specialized components for its sleds with the hope of snatching up a gold medal. More

3D printed skulls to accompany Dippy the dinosaur on UK tour

Feb.14, 2018 - The UK's most famous dinosaur, Dippy the Diplodocus, is embarking on a nationwide tour. The dinosaur skeleton, which has been on display at London's Natural History Museum since 1979, will be accompanied by a couple of 3D printed skulls on its journey. More

How to start your own biomedical 3D printing laboratory at university

Feb.13, 2018 - The co-founder of MUN MED 3D, a 3D printing biomedical laboratory in Canada, has offered a series of tips for those looking to start a biomedical 3D printing laboratory on a college or university campus. More

3D printed nanotech device could provide answers in brain cancer, Alzheimers research

Feb.13, 2018 - Researchers at Genoa's Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia in Italy have used nanoscale 3D printing to develop a hybrid nanotech device that could help develop treatments for brain diseases and tumors. The 3D printed device mimics the blood-brain barrier. More

Adidas' 3D printed AlphaEDGE 4D LTD sneakers coming sooner than expected

Feb.13, 2018 - Exciting news for those patiently awaiting the release of Adidas' new AlphaEDGE 4D LTD sneaker. The 3D printed shoes, made using the sportswear giant's FUTURECRAFT technology, will be released on February 17 instead of their expected May release date. More

Hailey Dawson, young sports fan with 3D printed hand, drops puck at Vegas Golden Knights hockey game

Feb.13, 2018 - Hailey Dawson, a young girl with a 3D printed prosthetic arm, was invited to drop the puck at an NHL hockey game this past Sunday. Hailey had previously been invited by many professional baseball teams to throw the first ceremonial pitch using her 3D printed prosthetic. More

3D printing helps Porsche produce extremely rare car parts for its classic models

Feb.13, 2018 - German sports car manufacturer Porsche has turned to 3D printing for the production of limited spare parts for its Classic range. Additive manufacturing will enable the auto manufacturer to create spare parts on demand for owners of classic Porsche models. More

S-Squared plans to 3D print affordable eco-friendly housing on Long Island

Feb.12, 2018 - S-Squared 3D printers, a 3D printer manufacturer based in Long Island, New York, says it has developed a new additive manufacturing system capable of printing concrete homes and buildings. The mobile 3D printing system can reportedly 3D print a house in roughly 72 hours. More

Dubai 3D printing company kits out Toyota GT86 with 3D printed parts

Feb.12, 2018 - Immensa Technology Labs, a 3D printing company based in Dubai, has 3D printed parts for a Toyota GT86 race car. The vehicle, driven by Mohammed Abdulghaffar Hussain, raced to victory at the Yas Marina Circuit earlier this month. More

Ford using 3D printing on Navigator, Expedition SUVs to meet increased demand

Feb.12, 2018 - American automaker Ford is using 3D printing, 400 new robots, and enhanced data analytics to increase production of its new Lincoln Navigator and Ford Expedition SUVs. $25 million has been invested to meet production targets. More

Skyrora: Scotland joins space race with 3D printed suborbital launch vehicle

Feb.12, 2018 - Edinburgh-based Skyrora, a company with partners in Ukraine, will launch a partially 3D printed suborbital vehicle from the north of Scotland later this year. Skyrora's rocket engines run on hydrogen peroxide and kerosene. More

Black Panther's Queen Ramonda dons amazing 3D printed shoulder piece

Feb.9, 2018 - Marvel's upcoming superhero film 'Black Panther' has some serious talent behind it. Costume designer Ruth E Carter, one of the people who helped make the film one of the most anticipated of the year, dishes on how 3D printing was used for a special costume prop. More

MakerBot 3D printers help KUKA develop 'smart factory' robotic arms

Feb.9, 2018 - German robotics and automation company KUKA is using MakerBot 3D printers to make customized end-use 'hands' and other parts for its six-axis robotic arm systems. KUKA says 3D printing is helping the company achieve its smart factory targets. More

Indian doctors move ahead with implantable 3D printed ears

Feb.9, 2018 - Doctors and medical scientists in Chennai, India are developing a method for 3D printing implantable ears. The research, which has been underway for two years but is moving ahead steadily, could one day be used to produce 3D printed ears for children with ear-related birth defects. More

Kit out your gaming room with awesome DOTA 2 3D printed map from WhiteClouds

Feb.8, 2018 - 3D modeling and printing specialist WhiteClouds has unveiled its DOTA 2 3D Map Model, an expansive and finely detailed 3D printed terrain based on the popular multi-player online battle arena game. Three versions of the 3D printed map model can be purchased starting at $699. More

Resin 3D printing used to make Brainwavz B400 audiophile earphones

Feb.8, 2018 - Brainwavz, a high-end earphone company owned by GPGS, has used resin 3D printing to make the B400, its latest audiophile-grade earphones. The earphones make use of four balanced armature drivers and a 3D printed housing. More

Shark-inspired 3D printed structures pave way for next-gen drones, planes & wind turbines

Feb.7, 2018 - Researchers from Harvard University have turned to the fiercest underwater predators, sharks, for inspiration in designing next-generation planes, drones, wind turbines, and cars. According to the researchers, shark skin can provide valuable insights into creating more aerodynamic structures. More

3D printed reconstruction of 10,000-year-old man's face sparks revelation about ancient Brits

Feb.7, 2018 - Thanks to advanced DNA research and 3D printing technologies, we now know what one of the earliest British people looked like. A team from London's Natural History Museum and University College London has just unveiled a highly realistic 3D model of the famous 'Cheddar Man.' More

Creator of Liberator 3D printed gun talks state of DIY handguns in new video

Feb.7, 2018 - Cody Wilson, director of divisive open-source weapons organization Defense Distributed, has spoken about homemade firearms in a new video from ReasonTV. Wilson shot to fame in 2013 when his organization created the 'Liberator,' a 3D printed one-shot pistol. More

333D to sell official 3D printed player figurines for Football Federation Australia

Feb.7, 2018 - 333D, an Australian 3D printing company, has signed an official licensing agreement with the Football Federation Australia (FFA). As per the agreement, 333D will 3D print, distribute, and sell official FFA soccer player figurines. More

World first: 3D printed camper with 100-year life expectancy to be printed in Saskatoon, Canada

Feb.6, 2018 - Saskatoon-based Wave of the Future 3D has partnered with Saskatchewan Polytechnic and local 3D printing & coffee shop Create Cafe to build 'The Wave,' which could very well be the world's first 3D printed camper trailer. More

Could 3D printing be used to provide wireless power in space?

Feb.6, 2018 - Researchers from the Clemson Nanomaterials Institute (CNI) in South Carolina have used 3D printing to create a wireless triboelectric nanogenerator that generates electricity from motion and vibrations. More

Capita's 3D printed snowboards ready to carve up the slopes

Feb.6, 2018 - Capita, a snowboard maker with distributors all around the world, is using FDM 3D printers to make stronger snowboard sidewalls. FUS3D, its new manufacturing tech, uses a strong recyclable thermoplastic which connects to the wooden core of the board. More

3D printed phantom models from Russia could improve cancer radiation therapy

Feb.5, 2018 - A team of scientists from Tomsk Polytechnic University (TPU) in Russia is developing a use for 3D printing which could help doctors verify and even improve radiotherapy treatment plans for cancer patients. More

This DIY 3D printed lamp shows real-time weather with amazing LED light display

Feb.4, 2018 - Maker 'Gosse Adema' has uploaded an Instructables tutorial for an awesome 3D printed 'Weather/Matrix Lamp,' which is not only colorful and bright but can also keep you updated about the weather outside in real time. More

Metro Block: 3D printed models of Dallas skyline bring residents closer to their city

Feb.3, 2018 - Two Texas-based IT specialists have founded Metro Block, a company that aims to foster city pride using miniature 3D printed models of neighborhoods. At present, Metro Block is only operating in Dallas, but plans to expand to other cities. More

Deakin University experiments with customized 3D printed food for people with swallowing disorders

Feb.2, 2018 - A team of researchers has used 3D printing to help out people who suffer from swallowing disorders, known as dysphagia. The technology allows for different food textures and shapes to be printed, introducing greater taste and visual variety into sufferer's modified meals, which are often found to be unappealing. More

Hiro Creations makes huge 3D printed Star Wars model with budget Monoprice printer

Feb.2, 2018 - Yasu Tano of'Hiro Creations spent a whole year using Monoprice Delta 3D printers to print various props, cosplay outfits, and other geeky bits and bobs. Highlights include a life-size'K-2SO droid from Star Wars spinoff'Rogue One. More

De Rigueur Designs introduces custom 3D printed jewelry line and BEZEL mobile app

Feb.2, 2018 - De Rigueur Designs has unveiled its 3D printed metal jewelry line available on the company's newly launched BEZEL app, a live hand tracking augmented reality e-commerce platform. More

Tokyo University of Technology student 3D prints ice structures with a modified desktop 3D printer

Feb.2, 2018 - A graduate student from the Tokyo University of Technology in Japan has modified a desktop 3D printer to print small structures and shapes from ice. The technology uses a liquid hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) gas to instantly freeze water that is extruded simultaneously. More

Argentinian researchers develop new 3D bio-printed wound dressings for diabetes sufferers

Feb.2, 2018 - A team of researchers based in Buenos Aires have pioneered a new technique for fabricating wound dressings, which is designed specifically to help diabetics. The improved fit of their bio-based 3D printed dressings, along with the integrated antibiotics delivery system, should reduce the chance of infection and improve the healing process. More

€7.9M awarded to FollowKnee for development of 3D printed prosthetic knee joints

Feb.2, 2018 - A collaborative effort between different companies and organizations in France should improve the treatment of knee conditions in the near future. FollowKnee is making use of 3D printing and scanning to produce better prosthetic knee joints, as well as developing sensors and AR technology to improve surgery and the recovery process. More

Noumena's Robotic Habitats with 3D printed robots explores the evolution of artificial intelligence

Feb.1, 2018 - Noumena, an innovative Barcelona-based group of engineers, designers, and architects, is investigating how artificial intelligence and robots might evolve and survive in our world through a recent (partially 3D printed) installation called 'Robotic Habitats.' More

Scientists successfully 3D printed living cells using 'in-air microfluidics' technique

Feb.1, 2018 - Using a new technique they call "in-air microfluidics," University of Twente scientists succeed in printing 3D structures with living cells. This special technique enable the fast and 'on-the-fly' production of micro building blocks that are viable and can be used for repairing damaged tissue, for example. The work is presented in Science Advances. More

Cycle Pharmaceuticals: 3D printed orphan drugs to hit market in 2-3 years

Feb.1, 2018 - Cambridge-based Cycle Pharmaceuticals has just announced its strategy to harness 3D printing technology as a chief means of producing prescription drugs by way of a new partnership with Aprecia Pharmaceuticals. The partnership will see Cycle develop and commercialise 3D printed drugs for rare diseases, also known as 'orphan drugs.' More

Esma & Special Platings to 3D print customized titanium eyewear with 135K CrossRoads2 subsidy

Feb.1, 2018 - Flemish metal 3D printing company Esma and Dutch company Special Platings have announced they will be partnering with the goal of manufacturing customized titanium glasses frames using 3D printing technologies. The companies are supported by a 135K subsidy. More

ZER debuts 3D printed 'CONNECT3D' collection with Samsung at Madrid Fashion Week

Feb.1, 2018 - ZER, a Spain-based design studio, has unveiled its latest collection, CONNECT3D, on the runway at Madrid Fashion Week. The innovative collection, which was the winner of the Samsung Ego Innovation Project, features a number of 3D printed garments and seamlessly combines fashion and tech. More

IDC Japan report: 3D printing mainly used for production, transport, electrical machinery

Jan.31, 2018 - The Japanese arm of research giant IDC has released the results of its domestic 3D printing user survey. Amongst other findings, the survey revealed that 85.7 per cent of responding companies are using 3D printers to make prototypes. More

Rutgers University 4D prints smart hydrogel structures that change shape and size

Jan.31, 2018 - Engineers from Rutgers University have 4D printed structures from a smart hydrogel. The process, capable of 3D printing hydrogel structures that change shape when exposed to different temperatures, could be used for tissue engineering, soft robots, and drug delivery applications. More

GE Additive prototypes jet engine part in just 12 weeks using new binder jet metal 3D printing system

Jan.31, 2018 - Moving ahead with its groundbreaking H1 AM technology, GE says it was able to 3D print and test 30 prototypes of a football-sized jet engine part and realize the final version in just 12 weeks. The company says that the same feat would have taken years using traditional casting methods. More

You can now 3D print Einstein's favorite childhood toy courtesy of LEGO and IKEA

Jan.31, 2018 - Kids can now play with Albert Einstein's childhood toys thanks to the 'Open Einstein''3D scanning and printing initiative led by the Real Play Coalition. More

Sanitary fittings giant Grohe implements 3D printing for new line of advanced bathroom fittings

Jan.30, 2018 - Sanitary appliance giant Grohe is to adopt 3D printing technology in the manufacturing of its latest range of ceramic fittings. This is part of the company's commitment to innovation and creating a more sustainable industry, following on last year's release of smart bathroom systems. More

GlassesUSA and Janne Kyttanen team up to let you 3D print your own glasses at home

Jan.30, 2018 - GlassesUSA, a major online retailer of prescription eyewear, announces the launch of 3D printable glasses. The files, which were designed by renown digital sculptor, Janne Kyttanen, can be 3D printed at home. More

Scientists uses 3D printing to grow new ears for children with microtia

Jan.30, 2018 - Scientists in China have used 3D printing to grow new ears for five children born with an ear'defect called microtia. Chondrocytes'were taken from the children's ears and used to grow new ear-shaped cartilage. More

Maker 3D prints & animates sneakiest, most mischievous Tiny Rick from 'Rick and Morty'

Jan.29, 2018 - 3D Print Guy, a popular online maker known for his colorful, cartoon-inspired designs, has created a 3D model of a personalized Tiny Rick, which he has not only 3D printed but has also featured in a short animation. More

Hamburg invests EUR 30 million in research for 3D printing and nanotechnology

Jan.29, 2018 - The Fraunhofer Society, a'German'research organization with 70'institutes spread throughout Germany, has signed an agreement with Katharina Fegebank, Deputy Mayor of Hamburg, to jointly explore 3D printing and nanotechnology over the next five years. More

French alternative energy commission, CEA, partners with HP to advance industrial 3D printing

Jan.28, 2018 - CEA, the French atomic and alternative energy commission, will be entering into a collaboration with HP that makes use of its Jet Fusion 3D printing system. The goal is to develop new FDM 3D printing solutions in a way that will target specific needs of industrial manufacturing, around 80 percent of which are currently met. More

This 3D printed Joy Con grip lets you handle your smartphone and Nintendo Switch simultaneously

Jan.27, 2018 - A new 3D printed accessory for the Nintendo Switch has taken the Internet by storm. Check out Thingiverse maker Nathan Becker's Nintendo Switch Phone Joy Con Grip, a clever setup that makes the Switch compatible with a whole range of smartphones, effectively bypassing Nintendo's shotty online chat system. More

Cold spray 3D printing leads to new design possibilities in electric motor magnets

Jan.26, 2018 - Researchers from the National Research Council of Canada (NRC) have'developed'a cold-spray additive manufacturing process for fabricating permanent magnets for electric motors. The process could lead to cost reductions and new design possibilities. More

CSU Sacramento's Hornet Racing Formula SAE team uses 3D printing to improved engine performance

Jan.26, 2018 - Hornet Racing, a team of student automotive engineers based in Sacramento, made use of Carbon's 3D printing technology to improve the engine design for their vehicle. The racing car's new engine had an improved air intake, which led to placing higher than ever before in a major international competition. More

3D printing experiment sheds light on mosquito behavior & biting patterns

Jan.26, 2018 - While swatting away mosquitoes might seem futile, scientists now believe it could actually deter mosquitoes from biting you. A recent study published by the University of Washington suggests that mosquitoes can learn what types of odors to avoid through associations with shocks. More

Inauguration of £21M NIHR biomedical center in Bristol to feature 3D printed heart model installation

Jan.26, 2018 - February 1 will mark the launch of the new '21 million National Institute for Health Research (NIHR) at the Bristol Biomedical Research Centre (BRC) in the UK. The center, which will develop and test new surgical practices, will be equipped with 3D printing technologies for producing heart models. More

Hackrod: futuristic car company using 3D printing, VR, generative design wants your investment

Jan.26, 2018 - Hackrod, a California-based automotive startup working in partnership with Autodesk, is developing a new platform for vehicle development that uses generative design, virtual reality, 3D printing, and a cloud-based supply chain. The company will develop 50 new cars for the movie Autonomo. More

Australian 'micro-factories' turn e-waste into high-value 3D printer filament

Jan.25, 2018 - The Australian Centre for Sustainable Materials Research and Technology is developing a new system for turning our trash into treasure. The centre's so-called "micro-factories" convert electronic waste into valuable metal alloys, composites, ceramics, and micromaterials at higher temperatures, and 3D printing filament at lower temperatures. More

Ghent University: 3D printed preclinical tumor model can improve cancer therapy research

Jan.25, 2018 - A team from Ghent University in Belgium has developed a preclinical model of peritoneal metastasis using 3D printing technologies. The tumor model can reportedly be used to advance and improve chemotherapy treatments. More

RECHARGE: $2.9M Air Force program will use 3D printed molds to produce legacy aircraft parts

Jan.25, 2018 - Renaissance Services, an Ohio-based enterprise systems integrator for aerospace and defense companies, has received a $2.9M Air Force contract to support production of gearboxes and housings for out-of-production aircraft and engines using 3D printed ceramic molds. More

Ariane Group successfully tests new Vulcan 2.1 rocket engine, with 3D printed gas generator

Jan.24, 2018 - Ariane Group has used 3D printing technology to reduce costs in the production of the latest Ariane 6 launch vehicle. Its Vulcan 2.1 engine has a 3D printed gas generator, making the rocket much more affordable for the European Space Agency, which is competing with cheaper projects by Space X and other companies. More

Fraunhofer IOF uses SLM 3D printing to make 75% lighter metal mirrors for scanners & telescopes

Jan.24, 2018 - The 'Fraunhofer Institute for Applied Optics and Precision Engineering'(IOF) has used SLM 3D printing to reduce the weight of scanner mirrors and space-borne telescope mirrors by 75 per cent. The mirrors will be shown as part of the Photonics West exhibition in San Francisco next week. More

France's Gecko Biomedical granted €6M to develop 3D printed biopolymers for tissue reconstruction

Jan.24, 2018 - French medical device company Gecko Biomedical recently secured '6 million which will primarily be put towards advancing the development and industrialization of specialized 3D printed biopolymers to be used for tissue reconstruction and peripheral nerve treatment. More

New 3D bioprinting technique produces accurately pigmented skin with complex pore structures

Jan.24, 2018 - Researchers in Singapore have devised a new method for controlling pigmentation in 3D bioprinted human skin. The research could lead to more lifelike fabricated skin for grafting, toxicology, and chemical testing. More

Iris van Herpen combines 3D printing & textile in new 'Ludi Naturae' fashion collection

Jan.24, 2018 - Dutch designer Iris van Herpen has once again wowed her audiences with her latest fashion collection 'Ludi Naturae.' A golden 3D printed dress, made in collaboration with TU Delft, was the undeniable standout. More

Testing for 3D printed Curve Appeal house moves ahead, WATG plans to break ground in 2018

Jan.23, 2018 - Architecture firm WATG Chicago is moving ahead with its freeform 3D printed house project in partnership with Branch Technology. The companies confirmed that R&D testing for the 3D printed construction project are underway and they are preparing to break ground on the house this year. More

Mixing PDMS elastomers produces strong 3D printed parts with superior cell adhesion

Jan.23, 2018 - Researchers from Pennsylvania State University have successfully 3D printed shapes with complex geometries using a mix of PDMS elastomers, varieties of a common silicon-based'organic'polymer. The 3D printed PDMS registered a superior tensile strength to molded or cast PDMS. More

UT Austin students 3D print custom six-string electric violin

Jan.23, 2018 - Violinist Sean Riley needed a six-string violin to play a particular piece of music. Rather than spend thousands of dollars buying one, the innovative music student at the University of Texas decided to 3D print it. More

Inverse-design and 3D printing combine to create groundbreaking metadevices

Jan.23, 2018 - Researchers from Northwestern University have combined inverse-design and 3D printing to create highly creating highly efficient, non-resonant, broadband metadevices that operate at millimeter-wave frequencies. The innovation could prove revolutionary for defense, consumer products, and telecommunications, experts say. More

Sinterit & designer Bartlomiej Gaczorek 3D print anti-pollution mask just for kids

Jan.23, 2018 - 3D designer Bartlomiej Gaczorek has teamed up with Polish 3D printer company Sinterit to design and 3D print anti-pollution masks for children. The masks, named 'brifo,' are intended to protect children from breathing in pollution in big cities. More

Study shows how 3D printed titanium-mesh implants can be optimized for better bone regeneration

Jan.22, 2018 - A collaborative research team has come together to study the benefits of 3D printed titanium-mesh scaffolds in implants. The preclinical study reports that 3D printed scaffolds do indeed help to optimize bone regeneration in patients. More

Bugatti develops world's largest 3D printed titanium Brake Caliper, just 6.4 pounds

Jan.22, 2018 - Luxury sports car manufacturer Bugatti Automobiles S.A.S has made use of 3D printing to create the brake calipers for the latest model of the Chiron. Collaborating with Laser Zentrum Nord, the company was able to reduce the weight of the component significantly, using a new architecture and titanium instead of aluminum. More

3D printing helps scientists recreate face of Neolithic girl who lived 9,000 years ago

Jan.22, 2018 - An interdisciplinary team of medical and archeological specialists recently collaborated to reconstruct the face of a teenage girl who lived roughly 9,000 years ago. The reconstruction relied on 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies. More

3Ders interview with ceramic 3D printing artist Emre Can

Jan.22, 2018 - Emre Can, a research assistant at Anadolu University in Turkey, has created a range of 3D printed artworks as part of his doctoral thesis. Can told 3Ders about getting to grips with 3D printing, being inspired by Middle Eastern motifs, and understanding the 'language of the machine.' More

First in Belfast: surgeons take on complex kidney transplant with help of 3D printed model

Jan.22, 2018 - A 3D printed surgical model of a kidney proved to be a critical tool in helping a team of Belfast surgeons complete an extremely complex surgery. The operation, which was an overall success, has changed the life of a young mother from the Northern Irish city. More

World first as Rocket Lab launches 3D printed Electron rocket from private NZ base

Jan.22, 2018 - Aerospace manufacturer Rocket Lab has launched its Electron rocket, complete with 3D printed engines, from its private New Zealand launch pad. The rocket reached orbit on Sunday, delivering three small satellites on behalf of Planet and Spire Global. More

Watch this 3D printed piano-playing robot jam with its violinist creator

Jan.21, 2018 - Watch out Chopin: a Polish university student has programmed a robot to play the piano. The musical robot, which pushes piano keys using pronged 3D printed fingers, was developed specifically to accompany its creator while he plays the violin. More

Texas hobbyist's 3D printed crystal radio works without a battery or external power source

Jan.20, 2018 - A 3D printing and radio technology enthusiast has put together a 3D printed crystal radio. This easy-to-make radio works without a battery or external power source, taking its power from the transmitted AM signal, and a tutorial has been posted online for fellow hobbyists to learn a bit about how radios work, More

New Zealand research project explores new design directions for future 3D printed prosthetics

Jan.19, 2018 - A collaborative project carried out by the New Zealand Artificial Limb Project and the University of Wellington has explored the potential for 3D printing technology to advance prosthetics in the future. New design directions for long and short term include improved functionality as well as multi-density printing. More

Finland's Patria completes maiden flight of Hornet fighter aircraft with 3D printed engine part

Jan.19, 2018 - Patria, a Finnish aerospace and defense solutions company, has announced that it has successfully completed the maiden flight of an F/A-18 Hornet fighter aircraft equipped with a 3D printed engine part. The event marks a 3D printing first for Finland. More

3D printed reactionware brings us closer to print-at-home drugs

Jan.19, 2018 - Researchers from Scotland's University of Glasgow have devised a method for 3D printing interconnected reaction vessels that carry out separate chemical reactions. The 3D printed reactionware could be used to make print-at-home pharmaceuticals and chemicals. More

3D printing helps French aircraft maker Latécoère cut lead times by 95% and reduce costs by 40%

Jan.18, 2018 - Earlier today Latécoère, a French aircraft design and manufacturing group, announced that it has begun deploying Stratasys' FDM additive manufacturing throughout its design and production process, in a move which is expected to vastly accelerate development times and improve business performance overall. More

RUN2RAIL exploring 3D printing & carbon fiber composites for lighter, more comfortable trains

Jan.18, 2018 - The University of Huddersfield has received '300K to develop lighter and more comfortable 'rolling stock' for trains. The project will investigate the use of 3D printing and carbon fiber composites for the improvement of train bogie construction. More

Sculptors use 3D printed skulls to reconstruct faces of unidentified US-Mexico border victims

Jan.18, 2018 - Students at the'New York Academy of Art have attempted to reconstruct the faces of eight unidentified men found dead on the US-Mexico border. The artists hope their reconstructions, made with clay using 3D printed replicas of the victims' skulls, will help identify the victims. More

World's first 3D printed toilets by Hamilton Labs could wipe out India's sanitation problems

Jan.18, 2018 - Singapore-based Hamilton Labs is developing 3D printable toilets to help improve poor sanitary conditions in India. The toilets, which will be made with Hamilton's robotic HamilBot Mark 1 3D printer using a recycled cement mix, will be used in the Madhubani and Darbhanga districts in Bihar. More

Swiss team pioneers compact low-power laser 3D printing technique, with potential for surgical use

Jan.17, 2018 - A group of researchers in Switzerland has developed a new 3D printing approach that makes use of low-power lasers and an ultra-fine optical fiber. This affordable technique could be integrated into existing surgical endoscopy equipment, to allow for the targeted creation of micro-structures, in order to fix damaged tissue More

Arconic & Vader Systems 3D printing projects receive DOE HPC4 funding

Jan.17, 2018 - A metal additive manufacturing project organized by Arconic, LLNL, and ORNL has received $300,000 in funding, split evenly between the Office of Fossil Energy's HPC4Mtls program and the Advanced Manufacturing Office's HPC4Mfg'program. More

AeroJet Rocketdyne & NASA successfully test-fire RS-25 engine with 3D printed components

Jan.17, 2018 - NASA and Aerojet Rocketdyne have announced the successful test-firing of a RS-25 rocket engine with 3D printed components. The innovative engine is being built to power NASA's Space Launch System (SLS), which is expected to send a team of astronauts 'to an area near the Moon' as soon as 2020. More

South African maker Tom van den Bon successfully completes 365-day 3D printing challenge

Jan.17, 2018 - A South African maker by the name of Tom van den Bon has completed what could very well be the country's first 365-day 3D printing challenge. The maker says he 3D printed at least one part or object using an FDM 3D printer every day for the past year. More

KCE: 3D printed implants are not better or cheaper than traditional ones

Jan.16, 2018 - While 3D printed implants are often hailed as the future of healthcare solutions, the Belgian Federal Knowledge Center for Healthcare (KCE) has reported that the supposed benefits of using 3D printed implants are perhaps not as effective or convincing as we may have thought. More

Scaffold-free 3D bioprinted tracheas successfully transplanted into rats

Jan.16, 2018 - Researchers from Saga University and Nagasaki University in Japan have used a Cyfuse Biomedical Regenova 3D bioprinter for scaffold-free trachea regeneration. Tracheal transplantation was successfully performed in nine rats. More

Rotational 3D printing lets Harvard researchers control fiber orientation for ultra-strong parts

Jan.16, 2018 - Researchers from Harvard's John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences have developed a 3D printing method that allows unprecedented control of short fibers embedded in polymer matrices. They call their method 'rotational 3D printing.' More

Budmen Industries 3D prints 100 unique lamps in new 'All of the Lights' installation

Jan.15, 2018 - Budmen Industries, a Philadelphia-based design studio, is hoping to make the world seem a little bit less divided with its enlightening 3D printed lamp installation. Lyrically named 'All of the Lights,' the installation consists of 100 unique 3D printed pendant lights. More

Michigan Tech's open-source parametric 3D printed slot die system is 17,000% cheaper than commercial ones

Jan.15, 2018 - Researchers from Michigan Technological University have developed an open-source parametric 3D printed slot die system for thin film semiconductor processing. By using the 3D printed system over a commercial one, users could make cost savings of over 17,000 per cent. More

Now you can 3D print the skull of a 200-million-years-old Massospondylus dinosaur at your home

Jan.15, 2018 - A researcher from the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, South Africa, has turned to 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies to digitally recreate and study the skull of the country's most famous dinosaur: Massospondylus. More

Five fun DIY 3D Printing Projects: modified Nintendo Switch controller, Nuclear Button, weather forecasting wave lamp, more

Jan.14, 2018 - Here's another round-up of some fun DIY 3D printing projects that have been shared online recently, as a new year for the 3D printing world starts to kick into gear. Our selection of five impressive hobbyist 3D printing efforts includes a modified Nintendo Switch controller, and a wave lamp that can forecast the weather, amongst others. More

3D printed mandala at center of Arthur Mamou-Mani's 2018 Burning Man Temple

Jan.13, 2018 - French architect Arthur Mamou-Mani is using robotic machinery, including 3D printers, laser cutters, and robotic drill arms, to build the 2018 Burning Man Temple. Burning Man is an annual gathering in Nevada in which a large effigy of a man is burnt in promotion of peace and understanding. More

TU Delft's 3D printed hip implant makes use of innovative hybrid bio-metamaterials with unique properties

Jan.13, 2018 - A team of researchers at TU Delft have recently combined new bio-metamaterials in a way that shows serious promise for future hip implants. Their 3D printed hybrid implant is able to respond better to forces exerted on it, in a way that should allow more bone growth and thus a more secure fit for hip implants. More

AstroReality's 3D printed LUNAR model lets you explore the moon's surface in detail with AR

Jan.12, 2018 - AstroReality has launched a new project which could very well be the next big fad in augmented reality apps. Called LUNAR, the project consists of an amazingly detailed 3D printed model of the moon and a companion app that lets users explore the model moon's surface. More

Researchers use aerosol jet 3D printing to develop strain gauges with unprecedented sensitivity

Jan.12, 2018 - A collaborative project between three institutions has made use of 3D printing, to develop highly sensitive measuring equipment. The team created strain gauges that performed better in high temperatures and were more sensitive than previously thought possible, with the help of the aerosol jet 3D printing technique. More

Five-year-old boy with deformed fingers and toes designs 44 3D printed hands for disabled kids

Jan.12, 2018 - After receiving a prosthetic hand to help with his own disability, a young North Carolina boy and his mother started to 3D print their own prosthetic hands for others. With his courage, hard work, and design skills, Cameron Haight has now helped out a total of 44 people with similar disabilities More

3D printed frog feet: the unlikely mechanism for improved soft-tissue grip

Jan.12, 2018 - Tim van Broekhoven is a recent graduate of the Delt University of Technology and the bright mind behind an innovative new answer to soft tissue grip. For his Master's thesis in engineering, van Broekhoven sought to overcome the current problems in manipulating soft tissue by way of 3D printing the toe pads of tree frogs and geckos. More

AMADEE-18: Austrian astronauts to simulate 3D printing on Mars during Oman desert mission

Jan.12, 2018 - Six astronauts from the Austrian Space Forum are going to Oman's Dhofar desert for four weeks to stay in isolation and carry out experiments, simulating a mission to Mars. 3D printing will play an important role in the experiments. More

3D printed customized orthotic swimming fin helps 16-year-old stroke victim swim again

Jan.11, 2018 - A young swimmer in Barcelona has bounced back from a serious stroke which left his right hand incapacitated due to spasticity. After a successful collaboration with local graduate students at the Polytechnic University of Catalonia, the athlete now sports a 3D printed swimming fin, which facilitates strong stroke motions and improved musculature. More

Modla showcases Reebok's new Flexweave material with 3D printed training mask

Jan.11, 2018 - To celebrate and promote its new and innovative Flexweave material, sports brand Reebok invited some of the world's top designers to create useful objects from it. The end results include a smart glove, a 3D printed training mask, and an active chair. More

3D printed 'Age Suit' lets young people feel what it's like to be old

Jan.11, 2018 - Get Models Now, a modern design studio based in Poznan, Poland, has designed a 3D printed 'Age Suit' that lets wearers experience what it feels like to be elderly. The suit, made from PLA and other materials, restricts movement to replicate the feeling of age. More

Dry ice helps Imperial researchers 3D print super soft biological structures for artificial organs

Jan.11, 2018 - Researchers at Imperial College London have developed a new freezing and 3D printing technique that can be used to create biological structures for tissue regeneration and replica organs. The printed structures can mimic the properties of organs like the brain and lungs. More

IDC forecasts global 3D printing spending to increase by nearly 20% in 2018 to $12 billion

Jan.11, 2018 - According to a recent update to the International Data Corporation's (IDC) Worldwide Semiannual 3D Printing Spending Guide, global spending on 3D printing technologies is expected to reach up to $12 billion in 2018, which would mark a 19.9% increase over spending in 2017. More

Schaffen Watches launches new Reference 65 range of timepieces with customized 3D printed rotors

Jan.10, 2018 - Singapore-based manufacturer Schaffen Watches is offering customers the opportunity to get their own bespoke watch, at a much lower cost than would usually be expected. 3D printing will be used to create a customized stainless steel rotor for the personalized timepiece, which is made with Swiss precision and quality materials. More

Defense Distributed calls on Supreme Court to lift ban of sharing 3D printed gun files

Jan.10, 2018 - Defense Distributed, a controversial online organization dedicated to designing and proliferating downloadable and 3D printable ghost guns, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. State Department to challenge the latter's efforts to regulate 3D printed guns and limit how they are distributed. More

Wang & Söderström uses algorithms and 3D printing to create colorful 'Excavation' vases

Jan.10, 2018 - Wang & Söderström, a Danish art and design studio, has turned to 3D printing for its latest collection of vases. The series, named 'Excavation,' was realized in partnership with New York company Unique Board, a marketplace that specializes in 3D printing for the arts. More

Cellink and CTI Biotech sign deal to 3D print customized cancer cells

Jan.9, 2018 - Swedish bioprinting company Cellink has joined forces with CTI Biotech, a medical tech firm based in Lyon, France, that focuses in cancer treatment via tissue production. The new partnership will see the production of patient-specific cancer tumor replicas, which will be 3D printed by combining CTI's bioink with a sample of patients' cancer cells. More

Metal 3D printing enables first-of-its-kind luxury faucet for KALLISTA

Jan.9, 2018 - Luxury kitchen and bath brand KALLISTA has teamed up with Indiana-based metal 3D printing specialist 3rd Dimension to deliver the sleek new Grid faucet. Inspired by a hallow cubic geometry, this state-of-the-art appliance was 3D printed using 3D Systems' acclaimed ProX'DMP 320 high-performance metal additive manufacturing system. More

Canada's RCMP announces plans to 3D print crime scene models for use in court

Jan.9, 2018 - In Canada, the British Columbia Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has announced its plans to acquire its first 3D printer, which it will use to recreate models of vehicular-based crime scenes to be used in court. More

Realistic 3D printed masks encourage families to donate loved ones' faces for transplantation

Jan.9, 2018 - A team of medical professionals from NYU's Langone Medical Center are 3D printing highly realistic masks based on dead people's faces. The team hopes that these 3D printed masks will make it easier for families of the deceased to agree to face transplants. More

Incase to offer protective mobile cases made with Carbon's M2 3D printing technology

Jan.8, 2018 - 3D printing company Carbon has announced a new collaboration with device protection company Incase at CES 2018. Together, the companies will combine Incase's design savvy with Carbon's 3D printing technology to produce protective cases and skins for mobile devices. More

VormVrij takes just 6 weeks to make 1,200 ceramic 3D printed cups for Belgian studio Unfold

Jan.8, 2018 - Dutch company VormVrij, a creator of clay 3D printers, has 3D printed 1,200 identical cups for Unfold, a studio based in Antwerp, Belgium. The printing, glazing, and shipping of the cups took place over just six weeks. More

Five fun DIY 3D Printing Projects: programmable coffee grinder, ergonomic keyboard, more

Jan.7, 2018 - Here's another round-up of some of the best 3D printing projects that have come out of the ever-growing hobbyist community in recent weeks. We've got five DIY 3D printing efforts for you, including an ergonomic keyboard and a programmable coffee grinder. More

3D printed TuneFast harp can produce whole octave of notes with just a single string

Jan.6, 2018 - A team of hobbyists and musicians have used 3D printing to put together a simple but impressive version of the harp. Their TuneFast harp consists of just a single string weaved around a series of bearings, and it produces 9 different notes which can easily be tuned up and down using attatched guitar tuning pegs. More

France's GIAA launches library of 3D printed anatomical models to help blind students of massage & physiotherapy

Jan.5, 2018 - A new 3D printing project has been launched by France's GIAA, an organization dedicated to helping blind and partially-sighted people. With the help of Dassault Systemes, it will be establishing a library of anatomical parts, to be used as educational tools for visually disabled students of massage and physiotherapy. More

Wyoming's Ramaco Carbon will use Carbon 3D printers to make cars from coal

Jan.5, 2018 - Ramaco Carbon, a coal producer based in Sheridan, Wyoming, has partnered with Silicon Valley 3D printing company Carbon, formerly Carbon 3D. As part of the deal, Ramaco will produce products and parts for third parties using high-speed Carbon 3D printers. More

Peg the duck waddles again thanks to a 3D printed prosthetic leg created by Arkansas teens

Jan.5, 2018 - A duck in Arkansas who had his foot chewed off by a turtle was recently saved by a group of eighth-graders. They used the 3D printer in the lab at their high school to put together a prosthetic leg for the bird, eventually getting the right fit after many tries. More

Scientists create 3D printed wearable sensors for plants, enabling measurements of water use in crops

Jan.5, 2018 - Scientists at Iowa State University are using 3D printing to make graphene-based sensors-on-tape that can be used to collect data about water use in crops. The sensors could also be used in biomedical diagnostics, architecture, and other fields. More

3D printed heat exchangers made in New Zealand could enable smaller, more efficient electronics

Jan.5, 2018 - Two researchers from the University of Canterbury in New Zealand have used 3D printing to develop 'high-performance heat exchangers' which could impact the design, production, and efficiency of electronic devices, vehicles, and more. More

Luxexcel to 3D print optical prescription lenses for Vuzix AR headsets

Jan.5, 2018 - Luxexcel, a Dutch company that specializes in the production of 3D printed lenses, has announced a new partnership with augmented reality company Vuzix through which it will manufacture and supply 3D printed prescription lenses for the new Vuzix Blade AR headset. More

InvestEGGator: Paso Pacifico's 3D printed turtle eggs use IoT to track poachers

Jan.4, 2018 - Paso Pacifico, a conservation organization that uses fake 3D printed turtle eggs to track illegal poachers, believes Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity can help improve its environmental mission, which is now named 'InvestEGGator.' More

Amazon awarded patent for innovative new on-demand 3D printing retail service

Jan.3, 2018 - Amazon has received a patent for a new 3D printing service, after filing back in 2013. The service will offer retail customers the opportunity to get replacement parts or custom-made items delivered to their address, or made available for pick-up. More

3D printing helps ARIA Ultimate design the perfect ultimate frisbee

Jan.3, 2018 - ARIA Ultimate, a company specializing in the production of discs for the sport of ultimate frisbee, has used 3D printing to create its flagship disc. After two years and 67 prototypes, the disc is now available for $12. More

12-meter, 800-kilo 3D printed sculpture inspired by Maori art to be installed in New Zealand this year

Jan.3, 2018 - The New Zealand city of Rotorua will soon be the site of a massive 3D printed sculpture honoring the region's native history. The impressive piece, designed by a team from the New Zealand Maori Arts and Crafts Institute, will be 3D printed in partnership with local company Kilwell Fibretube. More

UNESCO turns to 3D printing to restore Lion of Al-lat monument destroyed by ISIS in Syria

Jan.3, 2018 - UNESCO has led a project to restore the ancient Lion of al-Lāt monument destroyed by ISIS in 2015. The initiative, which has relied on 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies, has recently provoked ire from a rabbi in Israel. More

Could a custom 3D printed card reader thwart fraudulent credit card skimmers?

Jan.3, 2018 - ATM operators are using 3D printed card readers to stop fraudsters fitting credit card 'skimmers' to cash machines. Hackaday author Tom Nardi recently happened upon one of the 3D printed devices, initially thinking it was a skimmer. More

This mind-bending 3D printed optical illusion will make you question the 3rd dimension

Jan.2, 2018 - Amidst all the 3D printing hype, one maker is keen to show that sometimes, what constitutes the '3rd dimension' is in the eye of the beholder. Sage Hansen is a Texas-based 3D animator whose newest creation is going viral: a 3D printed cube that, upon closer inspection, is not in fact a cube at all, but a flat object with disjointed lines and angles. More

Invincible x adidas' 3D printed Futurecraft 4D sneaker returning in March 2018

Jan.2, 2018 - Rumours are a-buzz'that Adidas will be bringing back its much coveted Futurecraft 4D kicks in March of this year. While the new release will be very limited, with 100,000 pairs to be shipped only to friends, family, and Consortium stores, the specs are bright: these Primeknit sneakers will be 3D printed using Adidas' Digital Light Synthesis process. More

3D printed personalized lipstick a go, study finds

Jan.2, 2018 - 3D printed lipstick may soon be here, according to the authors behind a new research investigation from the London College of Fashion. As published yesterday in the Journal of Dermatology and Cosmetology, the study makes a convincing case that 3D printing presents a viable makeup source for a future of personalized cosmetics. More

Researchers use nano 3D printing to investigate peacock spider's impressive rainbow display

Jan.1, 2018 - A team of researchers led by a PhD from San Diego has used nano 3D printing to determine how the rainbow peacock spider generates its iridescent coloring. The rainbow is produced by special scales on the abdomen, and this mechanism could go on to influence light and color technology for various engineering applications. More

Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts uses 3D printing and scanning to recreate ancient academic ceremony

Dec.29, 2017 - A team of sculptors at Guangzhou Academy has made use of 3D technology in order to recreate the appointment of a new principal at Luijang Academy. To pay tribute to this ancient traditio, the team dressed up and posed as the original attendees, and then made 3D printed models based on detailed scans. More

Handi Life Sport explores use of 3D printing for producing boccia balls for paralympic athletes

Dec.29, 2017 - Denmark-based Handi Life Sport, the company that has supplied the boccia balls for the Paralympic Games since 1988, says it is exploring the potentials of using 3D printing to produce boccia equipment in the future. More

Bioengineers hack cells to make folding 3D printed shapes from living tissue

Dec.29, 2017 - Bioengineers from UC San Francisco are using a 3D cell-patterning technology called DNA-programmed assembly of cells (DPAC) to 3D print complex folding shapes out of living tissue. The research could help scientists create complex and functional synthetic tissues. More

Hebei University team 3D prints highly accurate, patient-specific liver model for under $90

Dec.28, 2017 - A team from the Affiliated Hospital of Hebei University in China has demonstrated the ability to 3D print a complex 1:1 liver model for surgical planning purposes for less that $90. The team claims the patient-specific 3D printed liver models will help to improve hepatic surgery planning. More

World's first 3D printed bus shelter installed in Shanghai, China

Dec.28, 2017 - Users of the number 4 bus service in the town of Fengjing in the Jinshan District, Shanghai, China were recently surprised to find that a new bus shelter had sprung up overnight. It was produced off-site using 3D printing technology and then quickly installed. It's the first bus shelter of its kind in the world, and its part of the local governments commitment to technology innovation. More

Taiwan's ITRI to launch 3D printed bionic bone implants for ethnically Chinese people in 2018

Dec.28, 2017 - The Industrial Technology Research Institute (ITRI) of Taiwan has developed a range of 3D printed bionic bone structures specifically designed for Chinese people. The 3D printed bones, made from metal and composite materials, are expected to launch on the Chinese market in late 2018. More

GE Aviation's 3D printed Advanced Turboprop engine passes first test in Prague

Dec.28, 2017 - GE has successfully tested its Advanced Turboprop (ATP) engine, which contains several titanium 3D printed parts. Additive manufacturing has enabled GE to combine 855 separate parts of the engine into just 12. More

Osaka researchers pioneer new approach to bio-ink adhesion in 3D bio-printing technology

Dec.27, 2017 - A group of researchers from the University of Osaka has successfully demonstrated a new way that bio-ink droplets can be made to stick together. Their approach could greatly improve 3D bio-printing technology, as it avoids sodium alginate in order to expand the range of compatible cell types and potential tissue structures that could be made. More

Astrocyte: Philip Beesley combines 3D printing and AI for interactive 'living architecture'

Dec.27, 2017 - Architecture firm Philip Beesley, known for its innovative 'living architecture,' has unveiled its latest creation: 'Astrocyte.' The piece combines 3D printed lighting components, sensors, glasswork, chemistry, and artificial intelligence for an ethereal and immersive architectural experience. More

MINI to offer customized 3D printed car accessories in 2018

Dec.27, 2017 - British automotive company MINI has announced it will be launching a new customization service to its clients in 2018. The program, called MINI Yours Customised, will allow consumers to personalize their MINI vehicles using 3D printing and laser etching technologies. More

Purdue researchers 3D print explosive materials with custom inkjet printer

Dec.27, 2017 - Researchers at Purdue University have developed a way to 3D print energetic materials using inkjet printing technology. The project allows energetic materials to be deposited with unprecedented precision and safety. More

Lithuania gave Pope Francis a nanoscale 3D printed nativity scene for Christmas

Dec.27, 2017 - A team of Lithuanian researchers have 3D printed what could very well be the world's smallest nativity scene. Smaller than a human eyelash, the 3D printed creche was given to Pope Francis as a Christmas gift. More

University of Graz uses 3D printed steel reactor to convert greenhouse gas into sleeping sickness drug

Dec.26, 2017 - Researchers from the University of Graz in Austria are using a 3D printed reactor system to transform fluoroform, a harmful greenhouse gas, into eflornithine, a drug used to treat African trypanosomiasis (better known as sleeping sickness). More

Dinara Kasko's geometric cakes combine algorithms, 3D printing, and gourmet ingredients

Dec.26, 2017 - Ukrainian pastry chef Dinara Kasko is making waves - both figuratively and literally - with a new cake baking technique that combines traditional confectioner craftsmanship with mathematical algorithms and 3D printing. A collaborative undertaking from start to finish, Kasko works together with artists, engineers, and other pastry chefs. More

Medical industry advances towards more efficient, customized 3D printed vaccinations

Dec.25, 2017 - At a recent health conference in Bilbao, Spain about advancements in vaccinations, a number of professionals cited the potentials of 3D printing for advancing the efficiency of administering as well as customizing vaccines. More

Ready to Crawl: These 3D printed bio-inspired robots that move like animals were 3D printed in one go

Dec.25, 2017 - Japanese designer Hiroshi Sugihara has created something truly extraordinary using 3D printing technologies: a series of animal-inspired robots that can walk like real creatures. Impressively, the robots have been printed in a single-go and run using a single DC motor. More

Fumio Matsumoto's 3D printed mega model brings 35 world famous buildings together

Dec.24, 2017 - Fumio Matsumoto, an architect and a professor at the University of Tokyo in Japan has designed and 3D printed a complex homage to architectural history which includes building details dating back to the 18th century BC. More

Purdue student Matt Schmotzer 3D prints impressive, fully functional replica of Invertigo rollercoaster

Dec.23, 2017 - A hobbyist based in Ohio has created a 3D printed replica of the Invertigo rollercoaster at local theme park King's Island. The scale model version is incredibly detailed and fully functional, and was made using a range of different 3D printers and design programs. More

Italian researchers' 3D printed microfluidics model of blood-brain barrier is most accurate so far

Dec.22, 2017 - A team of researchers based in Italy have succeeded in recreating the structure of the neurovascular system more accurately than ever before. Their model is composed of 3D printed microfluidics and endothelial cells, and it could be crucial for the development of pharmaceutical treatment of brain conditions. More

Students use 3D printing to develop stylish walking aid prototype for eldery, the Lio

Dec.22, 2017 - A team of designers from an L.A art college have created a protoype for a new version of the walker, the physical aid used by the elderly. The Lio has a 3D printed suspension system, an electrical brake, and other improved features. More

Air Force Research Lab development integrates Internet of Things on to a wearable 3D printed chip

Dec.22, 2017 - A team of researchers from the Air Force Research Laboratory, in collaboration with American Semiconductor, recently produced one of the most advanced flexible circuits ever. The 3D printed network-on-a-chip can be integrated into wearables and won a 2017 IDTechEx award for innovation. More

IFW Dresden fighting cervical cancer with 3D printed bull semen 'spermbots'

Dec.22, 2017 - Researchers from Germany's Institute for Integrative Nanosciences in Dresden have developed 3D printed robots powered by bull sperm cells. The bots can be loaded with a cervical cancer drug called doxorubicin hydrochloride and could one day be used to treat human patients. More

Dutch physician Lars Brouwers driving to Africa to deliver 3D printed hands

Dec.22, 2017 - A physician from the Netherlands is attempting to drive to Sierra Leone in order to set up a program for 3D printing hand prostheses. Dutch 3D printer manufacturer Ultimaker is supplying an FDM 3D printer for the project. More

Gift of independence: Two 9-year-old boys receive 3D printed prosthetic hands just in time for Christmas

Dec.22, 2017 - This Christmas is sure to be a happy one for nine-year-olds Josh Daly and Olly Mancini who have both received customized 3D printed prosthetic hands this year. More

3D printed 'No-Snow Globes' are stark reminder of climate change during Christmas holidays

Dec.22, 2017 - UK-based activist group Plan B is hoping to remind people of the importance of battling climate change with its festive 3D printed 'No-Snow Globes.' The campaign was realized in collaboration with the Martin London advertising agency. More

University of Tokyo team’s 3D printed humanoid robots can sweat, do pushups and play badminton

Dec.21, 2017 - Researchers from the University of Tokyo have built what could very well be the most human-like robots ever created. The humanoid bots, named Kenshiro and Kengoro, were developed with the help of 3D printing technologies and can perform such human activities as sit-ups, pushups, and stretches. More

3D printed ceramic implant fuses with natural bone, relacing broken parts over time

Dec.21, 2017 - A team of researchers from the University of Sydney are pioneering a new type of 3D printed bone implant that could flip orthopaedic medicine on its head. Professor Hala Zreiqat and her colleagues have developed a 3D printed ceramic implant that not only helps mend broken bones, but actually fuses with them, replacing the broken bits over time. More

New molecular 3D printing tech capable of recreating complex chemical environments of the human body

Dec.21, 2017 - 3DEAL, referring to to 3D electrophoresis-assisted lithography, is a new fabrication method capable of generating complex molecular patterns within soft matter such as hydrogels. Granting scientists complete spatial control over the chemical composition, 3DEAL opens up new opportunitoes to recreate natural scenarios found in the human body. More

Siam Cement 3D prints 3m-tall 'Triple S' concrete building with new surface, structure & shelter concept

Dec.20, 2017 - Siam Cement Group, the largest cement and building materials company in Southeast Asia, has announced its latest construction 3D printing project, called 'Triple S.' The Thailand-based company says the new project marks a 'new evolution in 3D printing. More

Farmshelf uses cost-effective, custom 3D printed parts for an urban farming system

Dec.20, 2017 - Some of you may have already heard about Farmshelf, the New York startup that builds automated hydroponic systems to grow fresh greens almost anywhere. What you may not know is that the company has relied on 3D printing for the design and prototyping of its innovative system. More

ConforMIS' custom 3D printed knee implants help 61-year-old woman regain mobility

Dec.19, 2017 - A 61-year-old woman from Memphis, Tennessee has received a customized 3D printed knee implant to treat a bad case of osteoarthritis. The 3D printed implant was created by ConforMIS, a Massachusetts-based medical tech company. More

Logigram turntable introduces 3D printing to analog listening

Dec.19, 2017 - Meet the Logigram Turntable, the newest release from Italian designers Defoss. As a high-performance, fully analog turntable that features a 30mm plinth, trademark anti-vibration tech, and a 3D printed tonearm, the Logigram returns to the classic turntable design, combining tasteful aesthetics with the latest technological advancements. More

X-Plorer 1: student group JetX Engineering 3D prints ultra-realistic jet engine model

Dec.19, 2017 - A group of students at the University of Glasgow in Scotland by the name of JetX Engineering, have created a 3D printed jet engine called the X-Plorer 1. And while the 3D printed engine doesn't actually burn fuel, it does have a number of functionalities. More

US Army teams with Marine Corps to develop battlefield drones that can be 3D printed on-demand

Dec.19, 2017 - U.S. Army researchers are working with the Marines'to develop 3D printed drones that can be fabricated in just 24 hours. The researchers say the Marines, who expected the printing process to take days or weeks,'have been universally impressed with the drones. More

DNV GL issues first certification guideline for 3D printing in maritime, oil & gas industries

Dec.19, 2017 - DNV GL, a Norway-based business assurance company, has published and released a 'classification guideline' for adopting and using 3D printing technologies in the maritime and oil & gas industries. More

ArianeGroup signs €75M contract with ESA for next phase of 3D printed Prometheus demonstrator engine

Dec.18, 2017 - The most recent phase of a deal between Ariane Group and the ESA has just been completed. The new 75 million Euro contract will see Ariane Group continue to develop the new Prometheus demonstrator engine, hoping to cut costs by making use of 3D printing technology as well as an innovative new fuel combination. More

Auckland team spent 2000 hours building three large-scale 3D printed lava cave

Dec.18, 2017 - A New Zealand team has created a large-scale 3D printed model of Auckland's subterranean lava caves. The impressive models are being showcased as part of the 'Underworld' exhibition at the Wynyard Quarter in Auckland. More

China completes 3D printed replica of Yungang Grottoes' largest cave - 17.9m long, 842 parts, over two years

Dec.18, 2017 - A collaborative effort between researchers in China has succeeded in reconstructing the largest part of Yungang Grottoes, one of the country's most famous heritage sites. The project took a total of two years, and 3D printing was used to build replicas both of the cave structure and the ancient statues that are inside, based on detailed 3D modelling. More

Interview: Sandhelden creates unique, custom 3D printed bathtubs & washbasins from sand

Dec.18, 2017 - Sandhelden, a creator of bespoke bathroom items from Gersthofen, Germany, is using additive manufacturing to create unique 3D printed washbasins, soap dishes, and even bathtubs made from sand. Founder and CEO Peter Schiffner told 3ders.org about the company's process. More

Japanese startup iSpace raises $90M to put billboards on moon

Dec.18, 2017 - Japanese startup iSpace has successfully raised $90M through a Series A financing round. The company says the funding will enable it to launch a spacecraft into lunar orbit by 2019, and eventually to offer a 'projection mapping service' to advertise on the moon's surface. More

'Little Miracles' initiative raising money for muscular dystrophy with 3D printed Christmas ornaments

Dec.18, 2017 - In Australia, a collaboration between Monash University, the Muscular Dystrophy Australia organization, and creative agency AKQA is combining 3D printing and Christmas ornaments to raise money for children suffering from muscular dystrophy. More

Students in Israel build 40m2 suspended bamboo pavilion with 3D printed joints

Dec.18, 2017 - Architecture students from Israel's Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design in Jerusalem have built a suspended bamboo pavilion using 3D printed joints. The structure can be reconfigured by rearranging the joints, ropes, and bamboo struts. More

Three Fun DIY 3D Printing Projects: Nod Bang modified headphones, EasyKu ukulele aid, Speculoos cookie molds

Dec.17, 2017 - With the festive season rapidly approaching, what better way to celebrate than to read about four fun DIY 3D printing projects that have been shared recently? Some 3D printed cookie molds for the perfect holiday treat and EasyKu ukulele playing aid are just the tip of the iceberg, and your ship is heading right for it. More

You can now top your Christmas tree with a 3D-printed Beyonce, Hillary or Serena

Dec.16, 2017 - UK nonprofit Women To Look Up To Limited offers a series of 3D printed tree toppers that pay tribute to strong women. You could top your tree with a 3D-printed angelic version of pop star Beyonc', politician Hillary Clinton or tennis hero Serena Williams. More

1,200-year-old Peruvian queen's head reconstructed using 3D printing, with uncanny results

Dec.15, 2017 - Archaeologists have made use of 3D printing to recreate the head of a Peruvian noblewoman who died over 1,200 years ago. The incredibly lifelike model is based on a 3D printed replica of the skull remnants, with the flesh and muscle and hair created based on estimates from detailed datasets. More

CyBe and Dura Vermeer gift concrete 3D printed bench to Dutch city of Haarlem

Dec.15, 2017 - The Netherlands is now home to two concrete 3D printed benches: one in Amsterdam and a newer one in Haarlem. The latter was realized through a collaboration between Dutch engineering company Dura Vermeer, architectural firm Inbo, and Dutch construction company CyBe. More

Architect Margot Krasojevic's 3D printed seismic LED light is made from recycled polymer

Dec.15, 2017 - Margot Krasojevic, a London-born architect who has worked with the likes of Zaha Hadid, has designed a 3D printed LED light made from recycled polymer. The unusual spiral light can stretch, reform, and charge itself in response to tremors and environmental changes. More

Fraunhofer's hybrid LightFlex system can produce 3D printed parts with load-bearing strength

Dec.15, 2017 - Engineers from the Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology (IPT) in Aachen, Germany are developing an innovative method for providing 3D printed parts with the load-bearing strength of injection molded components. The project is called 'LightFlex.' More

MIT's rapid liquid printing technology 3D prints bags and lamp shades in minutes

Dec.15, 2017 - At Design Miami, a four-day long event hosted as part of Miami's annual art week, a team from MIT's Self-Assembly Lab demonstrated its innovative rapid liquid 3D printing technique by manufacturing tote bags and lamp shades on the spot. More

NASA & Aerojet Rocketdyne: largest 3D printed part survives latest hot-fire test of RS-25 engine

Dec.15, 2017 - Aerojet Rocketdyne'and'NASA'have completed hot-fire testing of the RS-25 rocket engine, which contains a 3D printed vibration dampening device called a pogo accumulator assembly. The assembly, the largest 3D printed part on the RS-25, was made with an SLM 3D printer. More

MorphoSource archive will contain over 20,000 free 3D printable vertebrate models

Dec.14, 2017 - As part of the oVert project, funded by the National Science Foundation, MorphoSource, a huge online archive of 3D anatomy models is to be created. These images will be CT scans of vertebrate specimens collected from 16 different institutions, and they will be available for studying or 3D printing, to researchers and the general public. More

Zurich experts developing drug-coated 3D printed airway stents in $2.37M project

Dec.14, 2017 - Researchers from the University Hospital Zurich, ETH Zurich, and the University of Zurich have joined forces to make patient-specific, drug-coated stents with a 3D printer. The project has received more than $2.37 million in funding. More

Organismal engineering: new field combines tissue engineering & robotics for biohybrid robots

Dec.14, 2017 - Researcher Vickie Webster-Wood and her team from the Case Western Reserve University have published a paper proposing a comprehensive lexicon and taxonomy for the blossoming field of 'organismal engineering.' More

Smart 3D printed window panels use a liquid layer to switch from clear to reflective

Dec.14, 2017 - A team from the University of Delaware is developing smart window panels which can switch between being reflective and transparent. The windows, which are being developed with the help of 3D printing, could be an affordable solution for improving heating and cooling efficiency for homes and cars. More

3D printed electric eel organs could power tomorrow's implantables for human and robots

Dec.14, 2017 - A team of researchers have turned to an unlikely yet ingenious source of electric power that runs on only salt and water: the common electric eel. In recreating this natural power source by way of 3D bioprinting, scientists could harness these artificial eel organs for a wide range of applications'anything from pacemakers to future cyborgs. More

UC student Logan Williams 3D prints Polar Optics contact lenses for treatment of photosensitive epilepsy

Dec.13, 2017 - A student in New Zealand has used 3D printing to create polarizing lenses that can prevent some of the effects of photosensitive epilepsy. His project is known as Polar Optics, and could be used as an alternative to some medication courses, which can be inconvenient for sufferers in many ways. More

Russian scientists seek patent for drone-ready 3D printed brushless motor

Dec.13, 2017 - Scientists and engineers from'the Polytechnic Institute of'South Ural State University have used 3D printing to develop a reliable brushless electric motor for'aerospace equipment. The motor could be used in drones and quadcopters. More

Penn State researchers 3D print microfiber scaffolds for tissue growth using off-the-shelf system

Dec.13, 2017 - Scientists from Penn State University are developing a method for 3D printing the 'structural framework' of artificially grown living tissue using a commercial 3D printer. The process consists of reinforcing cell-infused hydrogel materials with supportive 3D printed fiber networks. More

NASA awards Tethers Unlimited massive grant for in-orbit 3D printing on FabLab

Dec.12, 2017 - In development by Tethers Unlimited since 2015, the Refabricator has made headlines repeatedly over the last 2 years, as Tethers' bid for NASA's forthcoming FabLab station. Now, the ingenious 3D printer-recycler unit is in the news again; this time, as the winner of NASA's massive prototyping grant that will catapult the Refabricator onto the ISS. More

3D LifePrints uses 3D printed land mines to enhance mine risk education

Dec.12, 2017 - 3D LifePrints, a UK-based 3D technology company with a focus on medical solutions, has designed a range of 3D printed Mine Risk Education products. The 3D printed replicas of land mines and explosives can be used as potentially live-saving educational tools. More

Yale journal explores environmental and health impact of 3D printing technologies

Dec.12, 2017 - A new special issue of Yale's 'Journal of Industrial Ecology' explores whether or not 3D printing technologies have the environmental benefits companies claim and what the environmental and health implications of the technology are. More

$1,500 3D printed FieldLab lets medical workers run blood tests in remote areas of Africa

Dec.11, 2017 - Two graduate students at South Africa's Rhodes University have developed a 3D printed, solar-powered lab-in-a-box that costs under $1,500. The 'FieldLab' is a portable medical diagnostics tool that can detect viruses and bacteria even in harsh conditions. More

3D printed shell brace helps injured sea turtle at San Diego's Birch Aquarium

Dec.11, 2017 - A skilled team of scientists from the Birch Aquarium at the Scripps Institution of Oceanography in San Diego have 3D printed a customized brace for an injured sea turtle. The team claims it is the first 3D printed device of its kind. More

Watch Relativity Space test fire its 3D printed Aeon 1 rocket engine, it's amazing!

Dec.11, 2017 - Relativity Space, a Los Angeles orbital launch startup, has just released a short video showing its innovative Aeon SN005 3D printed rocket engine in action. The impressive piece of equipment consists of just three 3D printed parts and is capable of reaching full thrust force in milliseconds. More

Chinese superstar Fan Bingbing rocks a stunning 3D printed gown by Iris Van Herpen

Dec.10, 2017 - Beloved Chinese actress Fan Bingbing set the stage last week at the iQiYi Scream Night in Beijing, wearing an absolutely stunning 3D printed dress by Dutch designer Iris van Herpen. Presented as a massive gala and all out media party, the high-profile event was held by Chinese video streaming service iQiYi. More

Toshiba launches 3D printed 'Open Nail' project to offer custom-made false nails

Dec.9, 2017 - Electronics manufacturer Toshiba has launched a surprising new venture in the world of beauty products: the company's new Open Nail project seeks to provide custom-made false nails perfectly contoured to your nail shape via 3D image recognition and 3D printing. 'Think Cinderella's glass slippers, but on your fingertips,' note company reps. More

3D-FeSy: 3D printed furniture suspension systems for comfy, tailor-made sofas

Dec.8, 2017 - Germany's Institut f'r Holztechnologie Dresden (IHD) has launched '3D-FeSy,' a research project that aims to develop a 3D printed integral suspension system for upholstered furniture. IHD researchers say 3D printing can provide a range of adapted seat structures. More

GPhone is a 3D printed smartphone case that offers blood glucose monitoring on the go

Dec.8, 2017 - A team of researchers have used 3D printing technology to create a system that will allow users of mobile devices to easily check their blood sugar levels. The affordable technology is integrated into a smartphone to negate the need for any extra equipment, and it comes with a proprietary app. More

Researchers using 3D printing to explore evolution of the jaw, in ancient vertebrate fossils

Dec.8, 2017 - A collaborative effort between paleontology researchers in China and Australia has explored the origins of the jaw in vertebrate animals. They used 3D printing to produce a replica of a delicate fossil from 400 million years ago, of a fish that may have eventually evolved into humans and all other jawed vertebrates today. More

Nature-Inspired 3D printed gyroid composites much tougher than base materials, Masdar Institute finds

Dec.8, 2017 - Researchers at Abu Dhabi's Masdar Institute of Science and Technology have demonstrated the ability to 3D print nature-inspired composite materials with gyroid structures. The researchers used an Objet260 Connex 3D printer to fabricate the ultra-tough materials. More

A simplified process for 3D printing topographical maps

Dec.8, 2017 - WOOF3D, the 3D printing club of the University of Washington, has put together a streamlined process for 3D printing topographical maps. The project came about after instructor Steve Weidner wanted to print a 3D map of his family's farm. More

EU Parliament hesitant to implement IP & civil liability regulations for 3D printing technologies

Dec.8, 2017 - Despite the fact that the EU has a lot on its plate right now, it still found time recently to discuss whether or not to implement regulations for 3D printing technologies. The topic was brought to the table in Brussels by members of the Justice Committee (JURI) of the European parliament. More

This record-breaking 33x33x33 Rubik's Cube features a whopping 6,153 3D printed parts

Dec.7, 2017 - Introducing the 33 x 33 x 33 Puzzle, a gargantuan, world record-breaking rubik's cube designed by French mechanical engineer Gregoire Pfennig, and 3D printed by 3D Fabriek in Holland. Featuring 6,153 3D printed pieces, 6,534 stickers, and zillions of possible combinations, it's the perfect gift for that hard-to-shop for geek on your list. More

Four fun DIY 3D printing projects: wrist-mounted flame thrower, RC LEGO Go-Kart, low-cost PCB machine, antenna tracker

Dec.7, 2017 - We've got four pretty superb DIY 3D printing projects for you to check out this week, including flame throwers, RC LEGO cars, low-cost 3D printer mods, and antenna trackers. More

Pioneering Russian scientists create PEF 3D printing material with water, CO2 & photosynthesis

Dec.7, 2017 - Scientists in Russia have used water, carbon dioxide, and photosynthesis to create a carbon-neutral PEF 3D printing material. The polymer, made from synthesized cellulose, is stable, resistant to oxidation and chemical solvents, and durable. More

Carbon's tunable 3D printed lattices offer disruptive benefits over foam in sneakers, helmets

Dec.7, 2017 - 3D printing company Carbon says that its ability to 3D print complex and varied lattice structures from a range of elastomeric materials will enable it to impact and even disrupt the slowly evolving foam industry in a variety of applications. More

Researchers 3D print most life-like artificial organs seen so far, for use as surgical guides

Dec.6, 2017 - A team of researchers at the University of Minnesota, as part of the McAlpine Research Group, have developed a new process for 3D printing organs. The incredibly life-like artificial organs can be used as accurate surgical guides, and they are equipped with sensors to provide real-time feedback for procedures. More

Bottoms up! 3D printed 'Vocktail' glass lets you virtually customize the flavor of plain water

Dec.6, 2017 - Students from the National University of Singapore have designed a 3D printed virtual cocktail glass that is capable of simulating different beverage flavours without needing sugar or other additives. More

Amazon report sees 3D printed feasts, VR and AI wish lists in Christmas' future

Dec.6, 2017 - According to a recently published report by Amazon, Christmas celebrations of the future will be chock-full of high tech advancements, from 3D printed Christmas dinners to AI wish lists. The report, entitled 'Christmas of the Future,' was led by William Higham and Dr. Morgaine Gaye. More

University of Copenhagen develops 3D printed meals tailored to hospital patients

Dec.6, 2017 - As additively manufactured food looms ever present, one university is keen to show that that 3D printed meals can be just as healthy and tasty as regular food. The Department of Food Science at the University of Copenhagen has launched a new research study that uses 3D printing technology to tailor food to hospital patients' individual needs. More

These 3D printed plastic objects can connect to WiFi without batteries or electronics

Dec.6, 2017 - University of Washington researchers have developed 3D printed plastic objects and sensors that collect data and communicate with WiFi-connected devices without electronics. The researchers have published the objects as free-to-download CAD models. More

3D printed PEKK implants have superior antibacterial properties for orthopedic applications

Dec.5, 2017 - Connecticut's Oxford Performance Materials (OPM) today revealed that an independent scientific study has shown the antibacterial benefits of OPM's 3D printed PEKK implants. More

GE Power breaks energy efficiency records with new gas turbine, made using 3D printing technology

Dec.5, 2017 - GE Power has announced that the latest version of its HA gas turbine was able to achieve 64 percent efficiency in tests, which is a record-breaking figure for the industry. Innovative 3D printed components were the key to achieving this impressive level of performance. More

News Roundup: 3D printed Forbidden City model, Katjes candy selfies, Bottletop 3D printed store

Dec.5, 2017 - Today's 3D printing roundup has some pretty fun news, especially for people in Beijing and the UK. First, we'll look at a mini 3D printed model of the Forbidden City Palace in China, and then move on to 3D printed selfie candies, and a new 3D printed luxury design shop in London. More

Starbucks opens largest store in Shanghai, featuring 3D printed tea bar and AR platform

Dec.5, 2017 - Starbucks Coffee Company is set to open its new Starbucks Reserve Roastery on December 6 in Shanghai. Marketed as the first fully immersive coffee experience in Asia, the Roastery is Starbucks' most ambitious project ever, with a two-story copper cask, three different coffee bars, an augmented reality platform, and a 3D printed tea bar. More

IRNAS researchers 3D print ear-shaped vasculature using open source Vitaprint 3D bioprinter

Dec.5, 2017 - Researchers from the Symbiolab at the Institute IRNAS in Slovenia have demonstrated their ability to bioprint 'freeform perfusable vessel systems in biocompatible hydrogels' using the Vitaprint 3D bioprinter. More

FDA publishes guidance on 3D printing of medical products

Dec.5, 2017 - The U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) has published its long-awaited guidance for 3D printed medical devices. The technical document represents the FDA's 'initial thoughts' on additive manufacturing, and is part of the administration's effort to build a regulatory framework for AM. More

3D printed mask helps 4 month-old puppy make a full recovery after a brutal attack that crushed her jaw

Dec.4, 2017 - A team of UC Davis veterinarians recently enlisted the help of bio-medical engineers and 3D printing, to fix the jaw of a dog that had suffered some serious injuries. The Staffordshire Bull Terrier needed a 3D printed surgical mask, in order to help its jaw recover following a brutal attack. More

TU Munich experiments with selective binding to 3D print intricate bionic structures out of concrete

Dec.4, 2017 - A team of researchers based at the Technical University of Munich have made some serious advances in concrete 3D printing research, which should prove indispensable for the construction industry. They experimented with the selective binding approach, as well as adding wood chips to concrete mixes. More

CEC awards $1.25M grant to RCAM Technologies for 3D printed concrete wind turbines

Dec.4, 2017 - A Californian start-up, RCAM Technologies, has been given funding by the Energy Commission to develop an innovative method for constructing wind turbines. Its new concrete AM process will allow for much larger turbines, which should prove to be more efficient and cost-effective. More

Melissa Ng 3D prints amazing custom Ironheart costume for cosplayer Lexi Momo

Dec.4, 2017 - Artist Melissa Ng (aka Lumecluster) has unveiled her latest 3D printed creation and Marvel universe fans are sure to love it. The project, which was actually commissioned by Marvel, is a 3D printed Ironheart costume designed specifically for cosplayer Lexi Momo. More

ETH Zurich's 'Flink' bacterial 3D printing ink can print new skin for burns victims

Dec.4, 2017 - Researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH Zurich) have developed a biocompatible ink for 3D printing with living bacteria. The breakthrough makes it possible to produce high-purity biomedical cellulose or biological materials that can break down toxic substances. More

'Heartbits' project uses 3D printed models & VR to show patients their heart defects

Dec.3, 2017 - Students from three Dutch universities have developed 'Heartbits,' a 3D printing and virtual reality (VR) tool for visually explaining heart defects to patients. Heartbits was initially a VR project developed with a Microsoft Hololens headset, but now also includes 3D printed models. More

MIT developing 3D printed Mach 0.8 'Firefly' rocket drone for Air Force

Dec.2, 2017 - A team from MIT's AeroAstro labs is developing a small 3D printed drone for the U.S. Air Force which could be deployed from a fighter jet and fly at top speeds to collect valuable date and divert enemy weapons. More

News Roundup: EOS teams with Under Armour, Concept Laser, Kratzer, SelfCAD, UK government's investment

Dec.1, 2017 - Missed out any 3D printing developments recently? Not to worry, we've got another round-up to keep you up to speed with all the latest stories, including EOS partnering with Under Armour, the UK government investing in aerospace research, and much more besides. More

Merging molecular science and engineering to make 3D printing faster, cheaper and more consistent

Dec.1, 2017 - A briefing paper today published by members of the Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering (IMSE) at Imperial College London outlined their predictions about future opportunities for 3D printing technology, particularly related to Imperial's work. More

Jewlr 3D prints replica of Meghan Markle's engagement ring for just $99 - and the style is already a bestseller

Dec.1, 2017 - A Toronto-based online jewellery retailer is offering a replica of the engagement ring given to Meghan Markle by Prince Harry, and it is the company's best-seller. Jewlr made the ring using 3D printing technology as well as conventional techniques, and it's available for $99. More

Advanced 3D printed middle-ear prosthetics improve treatment for hearing loss

Dec.1, 2017 - A team of radiology researchers from the University of Maryland have shown how 3D printing technology could be used to make middle-ear prosthetics. CT scans and an SLA 3D printer would enable the production of prosthetics with a much better fit, increasing the chanced of a successful operation to restore hearing in patients. More

BCN3D Sigma 3D printer knocks $2K+ off each customized BORN Motor motorcycle

Dec.1, 2017 - BORN Motor Co., a Barcelona-based motorcycle company, is using a 3D printer from BCN3D Technologies to 3D print parts for its highly customized and limited edition motorcycles. 3D printing saves BORN around 2,000 euros ($2,380) for each motorcycle modified. More

University of Memphis to open $2M metal 3D printing lab in 2018

Dec.1, 2017 - The University of Memphis (U of M) has announced it will be investing $2 million to open a facility dedicated to metal 3D printing. The additive manufacturing lab, which is expected to launch by April 2018, will be used for research in the aerospace and medical fields. More

BMW's all-new i8 Roadster features tons of 3D printed metal

Nov.30, 2017 - BMW has just unveiled their brand new BMW i8 Roadster at the LA Auto Show, and it's already turning heads. Designed as a follow up to the manufacturer's successful i8 hybrid supercar, the new two-seat, soft-top i8 Roadster features an upgraded design, more power, and improved battery and tons of 3D printed metal. More

WAAMpeller, world’s first class-approved 3D printed ship’s propeller completed in Netherlands

Nov.30, 2017 - A collaboration between five different companies saw the completion and successful testing of the world's first 3D printed ship propeller. The part was made using WAAM 3D printing techniques and was unveiled at the headquarters of Damen Group, in the Netherlands. More

Fraunhofer leads new collaborative futureAM research project to advance industrial metal 3D printing

Nov.30, 2017 - Germany's Fraunhofer Society will be leading a new research project, known as futureAM, as a collaborative effort between six of its institutes. This should see the development of innovative new metal 3D printing techniques, with better scalability, improved process chains and more automation. More

First 3D printed TuPOD satellite successfully completes launch mission from ISS

Nov.30, 2017 - The first ever fully 3D printed satellite to be launched from the ISS has successfully completed its mission. The satellite, called Tubesat-POD (or TuPOD, for short), was developed through a collaboration between GAUSS, Teton Aerospace (Tetonsys), CRP USA, and JAXA. More

Cosmetics giant AmorePacific trialling first 3D printed customized facial masks in South Korea

Nov.30, 2017 - South Korea-based AmorePacific is breaking ground in the cosmetics industry with the unveiling of the world's first customized facial mask product. The new product, named the 'Tailored Mask,' is created using 3D printing and IoT technologies. More

SHINING 3D helps ZJUT engineering students build 3D printed racecar

Nov.30, 2017 - Chinese 3D printing and scanning company SHINING 3D has joined forces with the Zhejiang University of Technology (ZJUT) to develop 3D printed parts for a racing car. The project is part of an 'Alumni Mentor Program,' with SHINING 3D sharing its expertise with engineering students. More

3D printed microfluidics helps OIST research on vortices in moving liquids, potentially saving millions for oil industry

Nov.29, 2017 - A team of researchers based in Okinawa, in collaboration with a team from Liverpool, have shed some light on the behaviour of fluids at high-speeds or around curves. Their 3D printed micro-fluidics device allowed them to study the vortices that form in detail, and how they are affected by the addition of polymer molecules. More

11-year-old Gitanjali Rao wins $25K for inventing 3D printed device that detects lead levels in water

Nov.29, 2017 - An ambitious seventh grader from Colorado has just been named 'America's top young scientist' for having invented a low-cost 3D printed device that can detect lead in drinking water. The youngster in question, 11-year-old Gitanjali Rao, was also awarded a $25,000 prize. More

Open-source 3D printed smartphone microscope can detect waterborne pathogens

Nov.29, 2017 - Researchers from the University of Houston have released an open-source dataset for turning a smartphone into a 3D printed microscope. Such a microscope can be used'to detect waterborne pathogens and carry out other helpful diagnostic functions. More

ORNL scientists 3D print the world's smallest fidget spinner, the width of a human hair

Nov.28, 2017 - Researchers from the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)'not your typical toy factory'have created the world's smallest fidget spinner using Nanoscribe's micro-scale additive manufacturing technology. More

Donhou Bicycles launches new steel DSS3 CX / Gravel bike that features 3D printed steel lug

Nov.28, 2017 - East London bike makers Donhou Bicycles have just unveiled a bold new custom build, and a manufacturing milestone: the DSS3 CX/Gravel steel frameset features a gorgeous steel frame that effectively pushes cycling into the modern era. The new build, which features a 3D printed steel seat lug, is already generating buzz among cycling fanatics. More

Spanish researchers 3D print protective pieces to improve radiotherapy treatment for skin cancer

Nov.28, 2017 - A group of doctors and medical researchers in Spain have pioneered a new 3D printing technique that will improve the treatment of skin cancer. It makes use of a scan of a patient's face to 3D print a protective piece that prevents applied radiation affecting the healthy skin surrounding tumors. More

Bkav uses $200 3D printed 'evil twin' mask to defeat iPhone X Face ID again, upgrades warning level

Nov.28, 2017 - Vietnamese cybersecurity firm Bkav has once again beaten Apple's Face ID iPhone security feature, this time using a 3D printed mask and printed infrared images of eyes. Because the hack was so easy, Bkav strongly recommends avoiding Face ID as a means of protecting sensitive data. More

America Makes and AFRL launches Phase 3 of MAMLS program for 3D printed aircraft solutions

Nov.28, 2017 - America Makes has announced the launch of its Call for Phase 3 for its Maturation of Advanced Manufacturing for Low-Cost Sustainment (MAMLS) program. The MAMLS program is geared towards improving the efficiency of rapid part replacement for legacy and other aircraft through 3D printing. More

Stratasys debuts BioMimics - ultra-realistic, multi-material anatomical models for surgical training

Nov.27, 2017 - 3D printing giant Stratasys has just released BioMimics, a new system through which users can 3D print highly accurate and multi-material medical models. Stratasys says its BioMimics anatomical models will have applications in surgical planning, medical training, and device testing. More

3D printed steel reactor turns Teflon waste product into useful synthetic building block

Nov.27, 2017 - Researchers from the CC FLOW consortium in Graz, Austria have developed a custom flow reactor 3D printed from stainless steel which is capable of transforming an environmentally harmful Teflon waste product into a synthetic building block. More

Tractus3D printer cuts Hans Boodt's mannequin production time from 8 weeks to 2 days

Nov.27, 2017 - Dutch mannequin specialist Hans Boodt is using large-scale FDM 3D printers from fellow Dutch company Tractus3D, enabling it to cut mannequin production time from eight weeks to just two days. The Tractus3D T3500 has a build height of 210 cm, ideal for mannequins. More

84 year old Chinese man receives porous 3D printed tantalum knee implant in world first

Nov.27, 2017 - A man in China recently became the first patient in the world to receive a 3D printed tantalum knee joint implant during knee surgery. The procedure was carried out at First Hospital Affiliated to Southwest Hospital, a hospital in Chongqing municipality in southwest China. More

Real Madrid star Sergio Ramos shows off 3D printed face mask after breaking nose

Nov.26, 2017 - Sergio Ramos, captain of Real Madrid and the Spanish national soccer team, will wear a 3D printed mask after breaking his nose during a match. The ultra-lightweight mask is made from a 3D printable material also used in Formula 1 cars and aerospace components. More

Israeli design grad creates '3D Lace' couture lingerie collection using a 3Doodler 3D pen

Nov.25, 2017 - Meet Eden Saadon, the Haifa-born textile designer who's pioneering new possibilities for creating with a 3D printing pen. Once the tool of amateur at-home crafters, 3D printing pens such as the 3Doodler are now being elevated to the high-fashion realm, providing designers of all backgrounds a new way to think'or draw'outside the box. More

Euthanasia campaigner Dr Philip Nitschke invents Sarco suicide capsule with 3D printer

Nov.24, 2017 - A former doctor from the Netherlands has developed a new machine that will assist people who want to commit suicide. The founder of the Exit International euthanasia campaign wanted to provide a solution for people looking to end their own lives more easily and comfortably. More

Amazing 3D printed design: Jef Montes 'Tormenta' shoe, Klemens Schillinger 'Offline' lamp, Mathias Bengtsson 'Growth' furniture

Nov.24, 2017 - 3D printing continues its role as a tool for creative empowerment, as evidenced by new 3D printed fashion, 3D printed design, and 3D printed furniture offerings from Jef Montes, Klemens Schillinger, and Mathias Bengtsson. More

Footwear Polytechnic's FFLab boosts Italian shoemaking industry with 3D printing

Nov.24, 2017 - Renowned Italian shoe institute The Footwear Polytechnic of Riviera del Brenta is ploughing ahead with its recent partnership with German 3D printer manufacturer RepRap. First announced in September 2016, the collaboration saw the launch of the FFLab, a digital lab specializing in new 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies by RepRap. More

UVic engineers awarded C$100K to 3D print braces for children suffering from scoliosis and clubfoot

Nov.24, 2017 - A team of researchers based at Canada's University of Victoria are developing 3D printed devices to treat clubfoot and scoliosis in children in the developing world. The team recently received a grant which they will use to test out the technology in Nepal. More

Youbionic's $2100 3D printed double-handed glove is first step on road to 'augmented humans'

Nov.24, 2017 - Italy's Youbionic has used 3D printing to create a bionic 'Double Hand,' a robotic device worn on the wrist that doubles the wearer's manual capacities. A fully assembled version of the device costs $2,100. More

UAE opens exhibition at UN HQ which highlights 3D printed replica of statue of Athena destroyed by ISIL

Nov.23, 2017 - A new exhibition known as 'The Spirit in the Stone' was recently opened at the U.N headquarters. It displays some 3D printed replicas of ancient monuments, including important ones from the Syrian city of Palmyra that were infamously destroyed by Islamic State in 2015 More

Swedish customs authorities raise fears about undetectable 3D printed firearms

Nov.23, 2017 - Swedish customs officials have been voicing their concerns recently about the potential increase in 3D printed firearms. A gun made with a 3D printer can fire live rounds and would be probably undetectable by security checks, making it particularly useful for terrorists wanting to carry out violent acts. More

IGUANEYE to launch ultra-minimal 'Jungle' sandal on Indiegogo this December

Nov.23, 2017 - IGUANEYE, a French startup based out of Porto, Portugal, has developed a new style of customizable sandal which will allow people's feet to breathe without hindering their mobility. The product, called the 'IGUANEYE Jungle,' will soon be featured on Indiegogo. More

3D printed virtual cocktail glass turns water into wine

Nov.23, 2017 - Just in time for the season to drink and be merry, a group of researchers out of the National University of Singapore's Connective Ubiquitous Technology for Embodiment Centre have developed the 'Vocktail': a virtual cocktail glass that can turn water into wine ' at least, as far as your senses are concerned. More

3D printed 'Ghostbuster' catches cars driving the wrong way, alerts other drivers & police

Nov.23, 2017 - Three engineers from Germany's Saarland University have used 3D printing to develop the 'Ghostbuster,' a sensor system that alerts drivers if a vehicle is driving into oncoming traffic. The system can also automatically alert the authorities, leading to safer roads. More

Lockheed Martin Space Systems using 3D printing to stay ahead of the curve in 'NewSpace' industry

Nov.23, 2017 - Rick Ambrose, the executive vice president of space systems at Lockheed Martin, recently dished on how the company is looking to and adopting 3D printing technologies to stay current and relevant in the space exploration field. More

Teeth straightening startup Candid raises $15M to bring 3D printed dental aligners to more customers

Nov.22, 2017 - New York-based teeth straightening startup Candid has raised $15 million in a Series A financing round. The round was led by Greycroft, Bessemer, and e.ventures, and the funds will be used to expand operations and find new customers for the company's customized 3D printed aligners. More

XRobots' James Bruton shows off giant 3D printed Hotwheels Drone Racerz at London parade

Nov.21, 2017 - James Bruton, known for his XRobots creations, has done a special project for his day job at Bladez Toyz. To celebrate a licensing agreement, the maker has 3D printed a giant replica of a Hotwheels Drone Racerz toy. The make was recently shown off in a London toy parade. More

Archaeologists 3D print and reconstruct skull of Denmark's first Viking king Gorm the Old

Nov.21, 2017 - A team of Danish archaeologists have used 3D printing technology to reconstruct the skull of Gorm the Old, the first historically recognized Viking king of Denmark. The famous king reigned over the Scandinavian country from the year 936 to his death in 958 CE. More

£55 GENERICS' custom 3D printed earphones launches on Kickstarter, '75% cheaper' than rival products

Nov.21, 2017 - GENERICS, a Lebanese startup backed by the UK government, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its 3D printed earphone solution. Users take a smartphone video of their ears, upload it to the GENERICS app, and then receive a custom pair of 3D printed earphones fitted to their ears. More

SA architect Handre de la Rey's 3D printed concrete sunglasses now commercially available

Nov.20, 2017 - An architect based in South Africa recently won an award for his innovative approach to eyewear design, making use of concrete to produce a unique pair of sunglasses. Known as CS Project, the glasses are now available to order, with a limited run of 1000 pairs. More

Four unmissable pieces of 3D printed jewelry and interior design

Nov.20, 2017 - These four new 3D printed designs by Alessandro Zambelli, hintlab, Maison 203, and Rick Tegelaar should not be missed. They include 3D printed vases for the house, 3D printed rings and other jewelry, and more. More

A$347K grant to help University of Wollongong open state-of-the-art 3D bioprinting facility

Nov.20, 2017 - Australia's University of Wollongong has been given a AUD 347,000 ($262,358) grant from the Australian Research Council (ARC) to establish a 3D bioprinting facility. The money brings the university one 'step closer' to launching the bioprinting facility. More

Dutch non-profit develops waterproof 3D printed VR headset to let disabled 'swim' with dolphins

Nov.20, 2017 - Netherlands-based non-profit The Dolphin Swim Club is making it possible to swim with dolphins in VR. Now, thanks to 3D printed waterproof VR goggles, the technology can even be used in water as therapy for disabled people. More

Five fun 3D printing projects & life hacks: 3D printed baby monitor, BalloonVase, MNT Reform laptop, more

Nov.19, 2017 - Putting together a 3D printing project is a surprisingly great way to relax, so print away the stresses of school or work with these five cool 3D printing projects, each of which can make your day-to-day life a little easier or simply more enjoyable. More

3D printed Octinion strawberry picking robot can pick one berry every three seconds

Nov.18, 2017 - A Belgian engineering company is looking to digitize the way we harvest produce, one strawberry at a time. Heverlee-based startup Octinion has developed a strawberry-picking robot equipped with machine vision and a 3D printed 'hand.' The prototype can determine when a strawberry is ready to be picked, then harvest damage-free produce at a rate similar to human workers. More

Framlab proposes 3D printed vertical housing modules to give shelter to New York's homeless

Nov.18, 2017 - A New York design agency is looking to tackle the city's homelessness crisis one 3D printed module at a time. Conceived as a series of 3D printed micro-neighbourhoods, the Homed project features an array of dense vertical units designed to attach to pre-existing buildings via a scaffold structure, thereby creating an active layer of living modules. More

Abu Dhabi Police unveils plans to create 3D printed patrol cars & police stations on Mars by 2057

Nov.17, 2017 - The Abu Dhabi police force in the UAE has outlined its vision of policing on Mars. The UAE plans to establish a colony on Mars by the year 2117, and the Abu Dhabi police sees itself driving 3D printed patrol cars around the planet to ensure order is maintained. More

Trumpf launches triple-laser TruPrint 5000 laser metal fusion (LMF) 3D printer

Nov.17, 2017 - Geman 3D printer manufacturer Trumpf is demonstrating its latest machine, the TruPrint 5000, at this year's Formnext expo. The medium-format TruPrint 5000 3D printer features a triple-laser system and increased automation, which will speed up printing in order to enable series production. More

Porous 3D printed ‘schwarzites’ are strong & lightweight, could form entire buildings

Nov.17, 2017 - Engineers at Rice University and Brazil's University of Campinas have created 3D printed schwarzites'mathematical structures named after their creator Hermann Schwarz'with complex curved geometries. The researchers envision buildings being made with the 3D printed structures. More

5% of all spare parts could be digitalized & 3D printed, reports VTT Finland & Aalto University

Nov.17, 2017 - Finland's VTT Technical Research Centre and Aalto University have released findings from their two-year industry research project that investigates how businesses can use digital, 3D printable spare parts to their advantage. The project is valued at around 1.4 million euros ($1.65M). More

Canada's Dalhousie University pioneers 3D printed devices to improve radiation therapy

Nov.17, 2017 - A team of medical professionals and students at Dalhousie University in Canada have created a set of 3D printed 'bolus' devices that will improve the treatment of cancer patients. They are specifically tailored to a patients anatomy, so they will fit more comfortably and optimize the radiation dosage that is adminstered. More

Singapore's LTA leverages 3D printing, robotics and VR to improve rail reliability

Nov.17, 2017 - Singapore's Land Transport Authority and private rail operators will soon be making use of 3D printing, as well as AR, VR and robotics, to improve the way the rail network functions. Maintenance, logistics and training of staff will all be made much faster and cheaper with the use of Industry 4.0 innovations. More

SpaceIL hopes lunar lander's 3D printed legs could help it scoop $20M Google Lunar XPRIZE

Nov.16, 2017 - Israeli nonprofit startup SpaceIL is using 3D printed legs on its unmanned space lander, a spacecraft competing for more than $20 million in prize money as part of the Google Lunar XPRIZE initiative. The 3D printed legs are being supplied by Zurich's RUAG Space. More

3D printed 'Family of the Future' debuts at formnext, the joint effort of Flam3D and 30 Flemish partners

Nov.16, 2017 - Some 30 3D printing companies have joined forces to create the 'Family of the Future,' a conceptual project featuring a 3D printed mother, father, and child. Just unveiled at formnext, the Family of the Future serves to demonstrate the power of collaboration and co-creation, as well as sparking the public's imagination as to what 3D printing can do. More

Cambridge's 3D printed nanoscale magnetic circuits could improve future electronic devices

Nov.16, 2017 - A team from the University of Cambridge has developed a nanoscale magnetic circuit using 3D nano-printing which is capable of moving information in three-dimensions. This innovation has the potential to increase the processing and storage capabilities of next-gen electronic devices. More

Fluorescent 3D printed microstructures could thwart counterfeit money

Nov.16, 2017 - Researchers at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology and optical company ZEISS are using fluorescent 3D printed microstructures to improve counterfeit protection. The innovation could prevent the forgery of bank notes, documents, and branded products. More

Watch how Dubai's Emirates is 3D printing aircraft cabin parts using SLS technology

Nov.16, 2017 - Emirates, the Dubai-based airline, is using selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printing to make cabin parts for its aircraft. The 3D printed parts, printed by 3D Systems, include video monitor shrouds and cabin air vent grills. More

3D printed patient-specific vascular models help University of Mainz hospital take on complex surgeries

Nov.15, 2017 - Surgeons from the University of Mainz Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery Department in Germany have turned to 3D printing technology to help advance and improve surgical planning processes for complex vascular operations. More

Dubai's RTA announces plans for 3D printed bus stop, pedestrian bridge & marine transport station

Nov.15, 2017 - Dubai should be seeing a number of new 3D printed civil structures within the next few years. The Roads and Transport Authority recently announced plans for a 3D printed bus stop, pedestrian bridge, marine transport station, as well as the Hatta Gate which doubles as a public art project. More

3D printing helps surgeons separate conjoined twins at Rome's Bambino Gesu pediatric hospital

Nov.15, 2017 - 3D printed models have been used to help separate conjoined twins in Rome. The pair, who are of Algerian nationality, were separated during a 10-hour surgery in which surgeons made use of the 3D printed models. More

3D printing resurrects ancient Egyptian Tomb in Switzerland

Nov.15, 2017 - An ancient Egyptian tomb has been 'resurrected' in Switzerland thanks to advancements in 3D 'scanning and 3D printing technology. Once belonging to Pharaoh Seti I, one of the most important royals in Egypt's Valley of the Kings, the 3,300-year-old sarcophagus now sits in 3D printed form in the Antikenmuseum Basel in northwestern Switzerland. More

1,300 sq ft 'World of Warcraft' diorama featuring over 10,000 3D printed characters breaks Guinness World Record

Nov.15, 2017 - Video game developer Blizzard Entertainment has been awarded a Guinness World Record for the largest video game diorama ever produced. The massive diorama spans 1,300 square feet and includes over 10,000 miniature 3D printed characters. More

Swiss researchers develop innovative origami-inspired drone using 3D printing

Nov.13, 2017 - A team of researchers from a major Swiss university has made some serious advances in the field of drone technology. Its newest development is a drone with a lightweight, foldable cage that can wrap itself around a package. This means that the relatively small drone can safely dcarry up to 50 kg. More

How 3D printing helped create Hela's stunning headdress in 'Thor: Ragnarok'

Nov.13, 2017 - Fans of 'Thor: Ragnarok' will be excited to learn that Hela's menacing headdress (worn by actress Cate Blanchett) was made with the help of 3D printing. Ironhead Studio's Jose Fernandez dishes on how the prop was created for the Marvel franchise. More

3D printed skull model saves Australian baby whose nose was blocked with bone

Nov.13, 2017 - A 3D printed skull has helped an Australian infant survive a birth complication. Baby Sophia, from Perth, was born with bone fused over her nasal cavity, and could not breathe without a ventilator. Surgeons used a 3D printed model to get a better look at the skull before operating. More

German company Amtopus 3D prints packaging from apricot cores and other raw bio-materials

Nov.13, 2017 - Amtopus, a company based in Chemnitz, Germany, has recently won an environmental award for its pioneering 3D printing work. It makes use of raw bio-degradable materials, such as apricot cores or wood flour, and processes them into eco-friendly 3D printable materials for making packaging containers. More

Vietnamese Firm Bkav claims to have beaten iPhone X's Face ID using a $150 3D printed mask

Nov.13, 2017 - 3D printing has been used to bypass Apple's new Face ID security system on the iPhone X. Vietnamese security firm Bkav made a 3D printed mask with silicone features in order to trick Face ID into unlocking an iPhone. More

4 Fun DIY 3D Printing Projects - 3D printed portable rail-gun, duplicate keys, aquatic car tires, customized doors

Nov.12, 2017 - Here's another round-up of some fun DIY projects that have been shared around the hobbyist 3D printing world recently, hopefully giving you inspiration to get involved yourself, or at least providing some comfort in these turbulent times as summer curdles into the sour light of autumn. There's a set of 3D printed tires that let you drive on water, a 3D printed semi-automatic railgun, and more besides. More

Gabrielle Keaton, Miss Multiverse Australia to wear 3D printed dress to world finals

Nov.11, 2017 - 3D printed fashion has officially soared to national heights: fans of the Miss Multiverse Beauty Pageant and Modelling Competition will get to glimpse the first ever 3D printed national costume on Australian finalist Gabrielle Keaton this November in the Dominican Republic. More

Scientists develop a 3D printable fiber for clothes that can cool you down

Nov.10, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Maryland College Park have developed a new textile that could, one day, don as our own personal cooling unit, in place of air conditioning. Recently published in the journal ACS Nano, the study investigates the potential of 3D printing in manufacturing high-tech fabrics designed to keep you cool. More

Australia's TGA may amend regulations on personalized 3D printed medical devices

Nov.10, 2017 - Australia's Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) is looking at changing regulations on personalized 3D printed medical devices. A consultation was launched on Thursday, with some believing Australia could be off the pace in terms of 3D printing innovation. More

Open-source 3D printed kit transforms $500 wheelchair into $2500 electronic wheelchair

Nov.10, 2017 - A team of around 30 high school roboticists from Ra'anana in Israel has developed a 3D printed Electric Wheelchair Kit that transforms an ordinary wheelchair into a motorized one. The 3D printed tool could save wheelchair users around $2,000. More

3D printing presents cyber security risks for aircraft manufacturers, says Atlantic Council report

Nov.10, 2017 - The Atlantic Council, a Washington, D.C. think-tank has released a new report which outlines the benefits and risks of 3D printing within the aviation sector. The report is entitled 'Aviation Security: Finding Lift, Minimizing Drag.' More

Design students 3D print incredible pleated costumes for Beijing Opera performance

Nov.10, 2017 - At an upcoming performance of Farewell My Concubine by the Beijing Opera, the actors will be dressed in amazingly detailed 3D printed costumes designed by Mingjing Lin and Tsai-Chun Huang, two Fashion and Textile PhD students at the Royal College of Art, London. More

Singapore's Sembcorp Marine to develop use of 3D printing, drone to boost offshore & marine sector

Nov.9, 2017 - Sembcorp Marine, a Singapore-based marine and offshore engineering company, recently signed an MOU through which it will aim to collaboratively develop 3D printing, drone, and digital twin technologies which could impact the offshore and marine (O&M) industry More

3D printed self-balancing scooter is German students' attempt to 'think additively'

Nov.9, 2017 - Students from the University of Applied Sciences Ravensburg-Weingarten in Germany'have designed a first-of-its-kind 3D printed self-balancing scooter. The project is being supported by Stratasys, whose Fortus 900mc 3D printer was used for the larger components. More

UK researchers pioneer breakthrough method to 3D print fully functional electronic circuits

Nov.9, 2017 - Researchers at the UK's University of Nottingham have developed a way to 3D print functional electric circuits using inkjet printing and UV curing. The circuits contain both electrically conductive metallic inks and insulating polymeric inks. More

Amsterdam unveils two 3D printed sofas, each made up of 3,000 plastic bags

Nov.8, 2017 - The city of Amsterdam has unveiled two 3D printed sofas, each made up of 3,000 plastic bags, as part of its new 'Circulaire Expositie' ( 'Recycling Exhibition'). On display at the Stadhuis until October 26th, this exhibition serves to showcase Amsterdam's commitment towards building a sustainable city, and the role 3D printing plays in that effort. More

Dartmouth's WiPrint tech uses low-cost 3D printed reflectors to custom improve WiFi signals

Nov.8, 2017 - A team of researchers from Dartmouth College in New Hampshire has devised a remarkably simple and affordable way to improve WiFi signals within an indoor space and even strengthen wireless security: 3D printed structures covered in aluminum foil. More

Xuberance & Farsoon 3D print beautiful handbag collections from TPU

Nov.8, 2017 - Shanghai-based design studio Xuberance never ceases to impress us with its stunning 3D printed fashion pieces and accessories. Now, the studio has partnered with Chinese 3D printing company Farsoon to realize two collections of 3D printed handbags. More

Mulindi Japan One Love to bring 3D printed prosthetics to Rwanda

Nov.7, 2017 - Mulindi Japan One Love is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing mobility and independence to East Africans with disabilities. Since 1996, the project has supplied prosthetic limbs and medical devices to more than 6,000 Rwandans and 2,000 Burundians free of charge. Now, the NGO is launcing a new program for 3D printed prosthetics. More

World's largest lens, 3D printed by Formlabs, coming to Times Square

Nov.7, 2017 - Starting February 1st, Times Square will be even more bedazzled thanks to a new public art installation by Aranda\Lasch and Marcelo Coehlo. 'Window to the Heart' will see the world's largest lens, 3D printed by Formlabs, installed at Father Duffy Square, between 46th and 47th Streets, in a glimmering celebration of love in Times Square. More

3D printed MakerSat-0 CubeSat to launch into space this Friday to assist in Made In Space material research

Nov.7, 2017 - A group of students from the Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) and the Caldwell High School in Idaho will have the chance to see a 3D printed satellite it made launched into space this month, thanks to a partnership with Made in Space. More

Pjotr introduces first solid gold 3D printed luxury fountain pen for €14K

Nov.7, 2017 - Rein van der Mast, the Dutch designer perhaps better known for his brand name Pjotr, has unveiled his latest 3D printed luxury writing instrument. Named Spica Virginis, the new and extra opulent pen is made from solid 18K gold. More

BAM, TU Clausthal and German Aerospace Center (DLR) participate in micro-gravity 3D printing tests

Nov.6, 2017 - In a major German research collaboration, several 3D printing experiments have been carried out in micro-gravity conditions on board a series of parabolic flights. Researchers successfully tested a suction system that can stabilize the powder bed used for 3D printing, in the absence of gravity. More

3D printed bioceramic stents inspired by lotus root structure improve vascularization and bone growth

Nov.6, 2017 - A team of researchers from the Shanghai Institute of Ceramics and the Chinese Academy of Sciences has developed a novel design for 3D printed stent made from a biomedical ceramic material and which has a structure inspired by the lotus root. More

Six 3D printed coral reefs installed on Monaco's ocean floor

Nov.6, 2017 - Last week, the Monaco government installed six 3D printed reef units, each measuring 1.2 x 2 metres and weighing 2,500 kilograms. Manufactured by Dutch maritime company Boskalis and supported by Monaco's Prince Albert II Foundation, the reefs could be an important step forward in mitigating marine destruction caused by climate change. More

Blizzident introduces 3D printed flossing device that lets users floss 'with just one bite'

Nov.6, 2017 - Blizzident, a dental 3D printing company, says it has developed a device that could revolutionize the task of flossing. Called the '3D-Flosser,' this new 3D printed device reportedly enables users to floss all their teeth 'with just one bite.' More

3D printed steering wheel helps Bloodhound supersonic car hit 210 mph in 8 seconds

Nov.6, 2017 - The Bloodhound SSC supersonic car has made its first public runs, hitting 210 mph in 8 seconds at Cornwall Airport Newquay in the UK. The car, which has a 3D printed steering wheel tailored to driver Andy Green's specifications, is targeting a world record land speed of 1,000 mph. More

Amsterdam's 3D printed steel bridge fitted with huge sensor network for real-time 'health' monitoring

Nov.6, 2017 - Researchers from the UK's Alan Turing Institute and Imperial College London are adding a large sensor network to MX3D's 3D printed steel bridge, currently under development in Amsterdam and set for 2018 completion. The sensors will monitor the 'health' of the 3D printed bridge in real time. More

3D printed prototype wearable brain scanner four times as sensitive as current MEG systems

Nov.5, 2017 - A team of researchers from the University of Nottingham and UCL are developing a more effective form of an advanced brain imaging technique. They have used a 3D printed protoype helmet in early tests of their new magnetoencephalography system, which could be at least four times as sensitive as current systems. More

3D printed wearable designed to prevent motorists falling asleep at the wheel

Nov.5, 2017 - An innovative French startup, Ellcie-Healthy, has developed a 3D printed mount that can be worn on the eyes to prevent motorists falling asleep at the wheel. It can be hooked up to a smartphone, and activates a buzzer or flashing LED when warning signs are detected. It will be distributed by eyewear company Optic 2000. More

UK grad student's 'Metamorphosis' project introduces tactile 3D printed tattoos

Nov.4, 2017 - Julien Nikolov, a graduate student from the University of Lincoln in the UK, is rethinking the concept of tattoos in his 'Metamorphosis' design project. Using 3D printing rather than ink and needles, the designer has created three-dimensional, tactile tattoos that wearers can easily wear and remove. More

With 90 3D printers at its 26 factories, Volkswagen counts on metal 3D printing for exclusive car series & replacement parts

Nov.3, 2017 - Volkswagen AG uses both polymer and metal-based 3D printing in its car manufacturing, but how does it see the current applications and future potentials for metal 3D printing in the industry? More

U.S. military's 3DMAC 3D prints custom assistive devices and prosthetics for war veterans

Nov.2, 2017 - 3D printing in the military is really taking off, but it's not all 3D printed drones and weaponry: the technology is also serving an important rehabilitative purpose for soldiers who are injured and lose limbs on the battlefield. More

Google AI sees 3D printed turtle as a rifle, MIT researchers explain why

Nov.2, 2017 - Researchers at MIT have carried out an investigation into 'adversarial examples,' objects that can fool AI vision into thinking an object is something completely different. The researchers made a 3D printed turtle that fooled Google's Inception-v3 into thinking it was a gun, even from multiple angles. More

Hoversurf Formula: a 3D printed flying car that costs under $100K

Nov.2, 2017 - Hoversurf, a futuristic vehicle company based in San Francisco and Moscow, has unveiled 'Formula,' a revolutionary flying car made with 3D printed carbon fiber and metal. The vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) vehicle seats five, and could be in the air by 2018. More

Westinghouse to install first 3D printed nuclear reactor fuel part by 2018

Nov.2, 2017 - Westinghouse is intending to install the first 3D printed fuel component in a nuclear reactor, and it should be done by Fall 2018. Supported by the Department of Energy, the company is currently researching various AM processes, as well as trying to speed up the standardization of materials so AM implementation can become more widespread. More

TU Delft researchers fabricate shape-shifting objects with hobbyist 3D printers and origami techniques

Nov.2, 2017 - A research team at TU Delft, which is responsible for the impressive 3D printed automated origami structures that could be used for medical implants and other applications, have made some updates to this process. Their new structures can incorporate sequential, time-delay folding, and this has been achieved with cheaper materials and equipment. More

Vancouver-based LifeTec to build homes faster with Framecad steel beam 3D printing tech

Nov.1, 2017 - LifeTec Construction Group Inc., a Vancouver-based construction firm is aiming to bring 3D printed housing structures to the Canadian city in an effort to provide a faster, more efficient home-building process. More

Sandia National Lab team 3D prints 20% more efficient solar power receivers

Nov.1, 2017 - A team from Sandia National Laboratories, one of three National Nuclear Security Administration research and development laboratories, says it has developed fractal-like concentrating solar power receivers that are more effective at absorbing sunlight that existing systems.' More

Architect Vincent Callebaut envisions rebuilding liberated Mosul with 3D printed 'farming bridges'

Nov.1, 2017 - Belgian architect Vincent Callebaut has won the Rifat Chadirji Prize for his proposal to build five farming bridges made from modular 3D printed housing units. The prize was awarded to the best idea for rebuilding the liberated and heavily destroyed parts of Mosul, Iraq. More

Stranger Things' monstrous Demogorgon came from a 3D printer, not the Upside Down

Nov.1, 2017 - The visual effects team behind Netflix sensation Stranger Things has revealed how it used 3D printing during the development of the show's monsters, including the nightmarish 'Demogorgon.' Studio models were 3D printed on a Formlabs SLA 3D printer. More

Researchers develop 3D printed orthopaedic casts with improved thermal comfort

Nov.1, 2017 - A team of researchers from TU Delft and Boston University have collaborated on development of new 3D printed orthopaedic casts. It's the first time that the thermal comfort of a patient's skin has been taken into account in the production of casts.The 3D printed structure incorporates air holes in specific places to optimize airflow. More

3D printed small intestine helps Cornell scientists understand gut bacteria

Oct.31, 2017 - Biologists at Cornell University in New York have 3D printed a microscopic artificial small intestine. The synthetic gut could help researchers better understand bacteria and the human immune system. More

Breakthrough: LLNL's 3D printed marine grade stainless steel now three times stronger

Oct.31, 2017 - Researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) have made a breakthrough in 3D printing 316L, a 'marine grade' stainless steel. Marine grade steels, used in places like oil pipelines, engine parts, and kitchen equipment, typically have a low corrosiveness and high ductility. More

Ohio researchers use 3D printing to develop 'Hovering' millimeter wave antenna arrays with improved signal strength

Oct.31, 2017 - Researchers at Ohio State's ESL will be making use of 3D printing technology as part of a project to make antenna arrays. These arrays will use higher frequencies and innovative lenses, and can 'float' in the air, in order to improve signal strength and provide continuous bandwidth. More

MIT's new 3D printed nozzle device could make versatile nanofiber meshes at much lower cost

Oct.30, 2017 - Researchers at MIT have developed a 3D printed nozzle device for producing nanofiber meshes. The device, made with a DLP 3D printer, matches the speed and power of its MIT-made predecessor, but produces more uniform fiber diameters at a much lower cost. More

Kyushu University scientists successfully transplant 3D bioprinted liver buds into rats

Oct.30, 2017 - Scientists from the Kyushu University in Japan have recently demonstrated the ability to implant their 3D bioprinted liver tissue into rats. The breakthrough could mark a step in the right direction for the development of implantable 3D printed liver tissue in humans. More

$9.3M 'Just in time' 3D printed bone implant project in Australia set to transform tumour surgery

Oct.30, 2017 - A recent collaboration between the Australian government, Melbourne's RMIT University, the University of Technology Sydney (UTS), St. Vincent's Hospital Melbourne, and medical tech company Stryker is aiming to solidify the country's prominent place within the 3D printed implant industry. More

Industrial Digitalisation Review: UK can create $600bn & 175,000 manufacturing jobs via Industry 4.0, 3D printing

Oct.30, 2017 - The 'Industrial Digitalisation Review,' a UK government-commissioned review on industrial digitalization, has suggested that the UK could create '455 billion ($600 billion) and 175,000 new jobs by embracing Industry 4.0 technology like 3D printing. More

5 Fun DIY Projects - 3D printed Rubik’s cube robot, Art Deco speaker, stamp mold, LED eye, retro computer Raspberry Pi case

Oct.29, 2017 - Here's another fun round-up of fun DIY 3D printing projects from a bunch of fun people making their own way in the hobbyist world. This time we've got a 3D printed robot that can solve Rubik's Cubes, an ornate 3D printed speaker, and much more besides. More

Belgian artist Cédric Van Parys re-imagines Shanghai architecture in 25 3D printed models

Oct.28, 2017 - Cédric Van Parys' acclaimed 'Monuments for Progress' project, exhibited earlier this year at the Venice Biennale, pays homage to the stunning architectures that dot the Shanghai skyline, taking them to new heights in the form of 25 tiny 3D printed models, all created to scale. More

UK Brunel scientists develop flexible, wearable 3D printed battery

Oct.27, 2017 - A team of researchers at London's Brunel University have made a significant 3D printing breakthrough in the field of wearable electronics. They have used the technology to develop a wristband that can also recharge a battery. This is the first time a single, continuous extrusion-based 3D printing process has been used for this purpose. More

The US Marines have started 3D printing explosives

Oct.26, 2017 - A division of the US marines has officially begun to 3D print and test small explosives, a U.S. Defense Department blog reported yesterday. While only in its initial testing phase, the results have been successful so far. More

3D printed gas-absorbing MOF-plastic sensors could help fuel hydrogen-powered cars

Oct.26, 2017 - Scientists from the National Institute of Standards and Technology have found that 3D printed ABS plastic has the potential to integrate MOF substances that can store and detect gases in the environment. More

XON's 3D printed IoT ORBITREC bike available to buy soon

Oct.26, 2017 - ORBITREC, a customizable 3D printed bike with metal parts made using generative design and lattice structures, is almost ready for commercialization. XON's IoT-connected bicycle gathers data from its environment to improve performance, and was first seen at CES 2016. More

Saudi researchers propose 3D printed braces with LEDs and batteries for faster teeth alignment

Oct.25, 2017 - A team of researchers from the King Abdullah University of Science & Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia are developing 'smart 3D printed braces' which could help straighten and align teeth faster thanks to embedded LED lights and non-toxic batteries. More

BASF & Poietis renew partnership to develop 3D bioprinted skin models for cosmetics testing

Oct.25, 2017 - German chemicals company BASF has signed an agreement with French biotech firm Poietis to continue developing services and products in the 3D bioprinting field. More

Volkswagen 3D prints $23.5K Kinazo ENDURO e1 electric bicycle in Slovakia

Oct.25, 2017 - Slovakian company Kinazo Design has 3D printed an electric bicycle with the help of Volskwagen. The vehicle, printed on a Concept Laser X Line 2000R 3D printer, is available to buy for €20,000 ($23,500). More

XRobots' James Bruton aims to break Guinness world record with 3.6 m tall 3D printed statue of himself

Oct.25, 2017 - UK-based maker James Bruton, known primarily for his XRobots Youtube 3D printing projects, recently unveiled a gigantic 3D printed sculpture of himself at the Winchester Discovery Centre in Hampshire, England. More

Air Force researchers examine 3D printing composites with National Synchrotron Light Source II beamline

Oct.25, 2017 - Air Force Research Laboratory researchers have joined forces with beamline scientists at the National Synchrotron Light Source II at Brookhaven National Laboratory, using extremely bright X-rays to examine 3D printing materials and processes. More

AMT-SPECAVIA builds Europe's first habitable 3D printed building

Oct.24, 2017 - AMT-SPECAVIA, a Moscow-based group of machining and 3D printing companies, says it has built Europe's first habitable 3D printed house. The residence, located in Yaroslavl and reportedly spanning almost 300 square meters, may also be Europe's largest 3D printed building. More

Meet the Welsh woman with the first 3D printed jaw in the world

Oct.24, 2017 - Retail worker Debbie Hawkins of Swansea is now the first person in the world with a 3D printed jaw. After developing a severe tumour in her lower jawbone, Hawkins turned to the surgical team at Morriston Hospital, who developed an ingenious method of reconstructing Hawkins' jaw with 3D printed titanium. More

First flexible 'wristband' supercapacitors 3D printed using single continuous extrusion method

Oct.24, 2017 - A team of researchers at London's Brunel University has made a 3D printing breakthrough in the field of wearable electronics, using the technology to develop a wristband that can also recharge a battery. It is the first time a single, continuous extrusion-based 3D printing process has been used for this purpose. More

Dutch architecture company Aectual to install incredible 3D printed flooring at Amsterdam's Schiphol airport

Oct.24, 2017 - Aectual, a sustainable architecture company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands, is showcasing its custom 3D printed floor designs at Dutch Design Week, October 21-29. A floor with terrazzo finish will be installed at Amsterdam's Schiphol airport in November. More

Microsoft HoloLens Mixed Reality headset helps Spanish doctors cut surgery time in half

Oct.23, 2017 - Spanish medical tech company Exovite has joined forces with Gregorio Mara''n Hospital in Madrid. The collaboration has resulted Microsoft Mixed Reality headsets being used by surgeons, allowing them to quickly see CT scan data, ultrasound data, and more through Microsoft HoloLens goggles. More

Italian jewelry designer Paola Valentini wins Franceclat award for bracelet 3D printed from gold powder

Oct.23, 2017 - Paola Valentini, an Italian jewelry designer based in Paris, has been awarded the top design prize for a 3D printed jewelry contest organized by the Comite Franceclat. Valentini received the distinction for a cuff bracelet 3D printed from rose gold. More

FAA's 8-year 'Additive Manufacturing Strategic Roadmap' lays groundwork for 3D printed aircraft development

Oct.23, 2017 - The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration is reviewing a draft version of its Additive Manufacturing Strategic Roadmap. The document explains how the FAA can regulate and certify 3D printed aircraft parts over the next seven to eight years. More

Virginia museum uses 3D printed tactile artefacts in 'touch tours' for visually impaired

Oct.23, 2017 - The Virginia Historical Society (VHS), a Richmond-based museum dedicated to Virginia's history, has recently embraced 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies to give their visually impaired visitors a more dynamic and thorough experience. More

Obayashi Corporation's 3D printed curved bridge first of its kind in Japan

Oct.22, 2017 - A 3D printing system created by Obayashi Corporation could increase the implementation of the technology in Japanese construction projects. It's the country's first concrete 3D printing system, and was tested out by building a curved bridge. More

UK startup Plumen wants to light your home with new 'Ruche' 3D printed lampshades

Oct.21, 2017 - Plumen, a UK-based lamp and lighting company, has teamed up with designer and engineer Hook Phanthasuporn to develop a series of 3D printed hanging lampshades. Called 'Ruche,' the 3D printed lampshade collection was inspired by forms and shapes found in nature. More

Thermwood & collaborators 3D print PSU helicopter mold using LSAM technology

Oct.20, 2017 - A joint team from Purdue University's Composites Manufacturing and Simulation Center, Thermwood Corporation, Applied Composite Engineering (ACE), and Techmer PM has produced a composite helicopter part using a mold that was 3D printed out of polysulfone (PSU). More

3D printed robotic lab allows Imperial College London scientists to examine multiple insects at once

Oct.20, 2017 - A 3D printed robotic device developed at the UK's Imperial College London'allows scientists to monitor many insects at once. The Raspberry Pi-powered device allows neuroscientists to closely examine fruit flies, which are surprisingly similar to humans in many ways. More

3D printed cell-opening mechanism opens new possibilities in camouflage, drug delivery

Oct.20, 2017 - Researchers at the University of New Hampshire have used 3D printing to design a unique sequential cell-opening mechanism that could be used for drug delivery and color-changing camouflage materials. More

New design for more efficient solar cells takes inspiration from black butterfly wings and 3D printing

Oct.19, 2017 - A team of researchers from Caltech and a German university have taken inspiration from butterflies and 3D printing for their latest project. They have developed a design for more efficient solar cells, based on the scaly structure of a black butterfly's wings. More

Zoo Knoxville turtle wears tiny 3D printed mask to protect face injury

Oct.19, 2017 - Patches, a small black-breasted leaf turtle and resident at Zoo Knoxville in Tennessee, has been fitted with a 3D printed mask to help protect a facial injury she obtained last year. More

Stargate 3D printer could help Relativity Space build rockets on Mars

Oct.19, 2017 - Orbital launch company Relativity Space plans to use 'Stargate,' which it says is the largest metal 3D printer in the world, to fabricate rockets on Mars. The 3D printer uses multiple print heads to process strong proprietary alloys. More

Cosmetics brand Lush to explore 3D printed molds and products at new $17M UK facility

Oct.19, 2017 - Cosmetics brand Lush will be investing in 3D printing technologies to manufacture molds for its products and perhaps even cosmetics, according to Mark Constantine, co-founder of the UK-based company. More

3D Printing News Roundup: 3D printed sternum, Ultimaker Cura 3.0, Safilo 3D printed sunglasses, 3D Lab

Oct.18, 2017 - To mark the halfway point of the 3D printing week, here's a roundup of some more additive tidbits: Ultimaker launches its Cura 3.0 slicing software, an Anatomics 3D printed sternum implant is successfully implanted into a patient, and more. More

Mantis Hacks' latest make is a giant 3D printed LEGO Forklift

Oct.18, 2017 - Matt Denton, a maker known on Youtube for his Mantis Hacks videos, has wowed us once again with his latest project: a giant 3D printed LEGO forklift. The make is a scaled up replica of LEGO's technic Forklift [Kit 850] from 1977. More

Cicada-inspired 3D printed PEKK implants could reduce bacterial infections without antibiotics

Oct.18, 2017 - A team of researchers from Northeastern University in Boston and the Wenzhou Medical University in China have taken inspiration from cicada wings to develop infection-resistant 3D printed orthopedic implants from PEKK plastic. More

World's first 3D printed bicycle bridge opens to cyclists in Netherlands

Oct.18, 2017 - Officials in the Netherlands have announced the opening of the world's first concrete 3D printed bridge for cyclists. The bridge, that will serve two-wheeled commuters in the southeastern town of Gemert, is eight meters long and crosses a water-filled ditch. More

Millie the greyhound becomes first dog in Australia to receive 3D printed prosthetic leg

Oct.18, 2017 - Millie, a Greyhound pup with a missing paw from Australia, has been fitted with a custom 3D printed prosthetic leg. The 3D printed prosthetic, designed by Millie’s owner, has allowed the dog to walk and even run normally again. More

DOE awards University of Pittsburgh's Minking Chyu $600K to improve gas turbines with 3D printing

Oct.17, 2017 - Dr. Minking Chyu, a Distinguished Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science at the University of Pittsburgh, has impressed the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) with his 3D printed turbine research, earning $600,000 in the process. More

Iowa State researchers develop ultra-quiet turbine blades using 3D printing, owl wings

Oct.17, 2017 - Researchers at Iowa State University are using 3D printing to develop propellor blades inspired by owl wings. The innovative designs could lead to quieter aircraft, wind turbines, and other machines. More

3D printable Necroplex terrain-building kit set to take over tabletops

Oct.16, 2017 - A Kickstarter for a new fantasy role-playing kit called Necroplex has been launched. The kit comes with a broad range of different 3D printable pieces for hobbyists and model makers, and is compatible with everyday terrain craft materials. More

Syqe Medical, Israeli developer of 3D printed marijuana inhaler, targeting US market

Oct.16, 2017 - Syqe Medical, a drug delivery company based in Israel, is continuing to enjoy huge success with its 3D printed cannabis inhaler, designed to allow those with chronic pain to inhale a precise dosage. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration will trial the device next year. More

Feetz & Project Runway designer Seth Aaron take $175 3D printed shoes to FashionNXT runway

Oct.16, 2017 - Fashion designer Seth Aaron has debuted his latest fashion collection at Portland fashion event FashionNXT. Inspired by Japanese looks from the 60s, the collection consists of minimalist dresses, tops, trousers, and, most notably, eye-grabbing 3D printed shoes. More

3D printed MOF monoliths help Missouri scientists capture CO2 for fire extinguishers, spacecraft

Oct.16, 2017 - Researchers at Missouri University of Science and Technology have 3D printed two types of metal-organic framework (MOF) monoliths, from MOF-74(Ni) and UTSA-16(Co). The 3D printed monoliths can be used to capture carbon dioxide, which can then be used in practical applications. More

5 fun DIY 3D printing projects - elephant shot dispenser, emergency button, cable 3D printer, LED lamp, water droplet automaton

Oct.15, 2017 - Here's a round-up of some recent DIY 3D printing projects, posted on various hobbyist and maker sites. They're all fun, cheap to make, and can be incredibly practical or at least enjoyable to make and use. More

Adafruit and Hackaday founders 'upgrade' $20 bill with 3D printed Harriet Tubman stamp

Oct.14, 2017 - Phillip Torrone and Limor Fried are taking currency into their own hands, stamping Harriet Tubman's face onto $20 bills. The makers were compelled to do the project after hearing the good news that the US Treasury would be putting the civil rights hero on the $20 bill, followed by the less-than-good news that the change would be postponed. More

Siemens uses Gefertec's 3DMP metal 3D printing technology in electric motor factory

Oct.13, 2017 - GTarc, the machining system that has been developed by Gefertec, has been put to use at Siemens' Additive Manufacturing Center. It is much more cost-effective and fast than conventional CNC milling methods, and complements Siemens' impressive Smart Factory set-up. More

Design In The Digital Age: Experimental Dutch designer Joris Laarman's 3D printed creations debut in NYC

Oct.13, 2017 - Joris Laarman has made his U.S. debut with a new 3D printed design exhibition and accompanying book. Featuring furniture generated by algorithms, a 3D printed steel bridge, and downloadable chairs, 'Joris Laarman Lab: Design in the Digital Age,' aims to bring a futurist perspective to the Smithsonian Design Museum's Cooper Hewitt space. More

Sinterit Lisa 3D printer used to create factory-ready AR 'data glasses'

Oct.12, 2017 - 3D printer company Sinterit and German AR researcher Rigo Herold have collaborated on a pair of SLS 3D printed 'data glasses.' The augmented reality eyewear, optimized for industrial engineering work, can also be used by deaf people. More

UC San Diego engineers developing smart & soft 3D printed gripper that can figure out what it's holding

Oct.11, 2017 - Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a partially 3D printed soft robotic gripper capable of 3D scanning the object it is gripping. 3D printing was used to make the gripper's actuators. More

98HT works with Chinese students to design convertible 3D printed high-heeled shoes

Oct.11, 2017 - Students from three Chinese universities have teamed up with footwear brand 98HT to rethink the architecture of the high-heeled shoe. By using 3D printing, the collaborative team is developing modular shoes with switchable heels of varying heights. More

3D printed parts help Airbus-built EUTELSAT 172B break electric orbit record

Oct.11, 2017 - The EUTELSAT 172B satellite, built by Airbus for French satellite operator Eutelsat, has reached geostationary orbit, breaking the record for the fastest satellite electric orbit raising. The satellite contains 3D printed parts. More

One-legged parrot named Pete is supported by 3D printed prosthetic foot

Oct.11, 2017 - A 34-year-old parrot named Pete can stand and waddle again thanks to a 3D printed prosthetic boot. The blue-crowned mealy Amazon parrot lost his left foot after being attacked in his cage by a fox. More

GE Aviation's 3D printed T901 engine increases Black Hawk helicopter range by 161%

Oct.11, 2017 - GE Aviation has completed testing on its T901-GE-900 turboshaft engine prototype, made for the US Army's Improved Turbine Engine Program (ITEP) for Apache and Black Hawk helicopters. 3D printing was used to make components of the T901-GE-900 with 'advanced aerodynamic shapes.' More

Check out this 3D printed electric Iron Man skateboard made by James Bruton of XRobots

Oct.11, 2017 - James Bruton of XRobots has created an Iron Man-inspired electric skateboard as a follow-up to his original electric skateboard made from large-scale 3D printed lego pieces. The skateboard was 3D printed over the course of two UK 3D printing events. More

Queensland State Library to 3D print replica of rare braille globe

Oct.11, 2017 - The State Library of Queensland and the Queensland Library Foundation are making a 3D printed replica of a rare 1950s braille globe. Created by "godfather of blind children" Richard Frank Tunley, the heritage globe will be restored, replicated, and placed on display in an upcoming Library exhibition, thanks to a $10,000 funding package. More

French surgeons use robot & 3D printed model to fix 6-year-old's spine in world-first surgery

Oct.10, 2017 - A team of surgeons from the Amiens-Picardie University Hospital in France has successfully performed a complex spinal surgery on a six-year-old boy with the help of a robot and a patient-specific 3D printed model. The procedure was the first of its kind. More

re:3D Gigabot 3D printer provides clever RFID tag solution for Texas firefighters

Oct.10, 2017 - Texas-based 3D printing company re:3D has installed a Gigabot 3D printer at the Fire Department of Magnolia, Texas. The 3D printer has been used to print some fire hydrant-shaped signage, as well as other functional bits and pieces. More

ASRC tests 3D printed propellant injector for RD-180 rocket engine successor

Oct.10, 2017 - The ASRC (Arctic Slope Regional Corporation) Federal Technical Services division, part of the ASRC Alaska Native Corporation, has test-fired a 3D printed subscale propellant injector that could be used on United Launch Alliance's replacement for the Russian-built RD-180 rocket engine. More

Wake Forest's 3D bioprinted 'body on a chip' shows how breakthrough cancer drugs affect our organs

Oct.9, 2017 - Scientists at Wake Forest Institute for Regenerative Medicine (WFIRM) in North Carolina have used 3D printing to develop a 'body-on-a-chip' drug testing system. The system consists of micro 'organoid' versions of the heart, lung, and liver. More

Japanese firm MSYS offering 3D printed fetus service to expecting parents

Oct.9, 2017 - Japanese tech company Marubeni Information Systems Co. (MSYS) has broken into the niche market of 3D printed fetus models in its most recent endeavour. The company is offering a service through which it will create 3D printed models based on people's unborn babies. More

Wearable & orbiting 3D printed antennae can improve India's military and space operations

Oct.9, 2017 - Two Indian research labs have developed new 3D printed antennae. One, developed at the Indian Space Research Organisation, has been sent to space; the other, made at the National Institute for Interdisciplinary Science and Technology, can be worn by soldiers on their military uniforms. More

Austrian manufacturer Overtec completes some of the first 3D printed concrete curves

Oct.6, 2017 - Austrian manufacturing company Overtec is breaking new ground 3D printing concrete in virtually any shape, even the most elaborate curves and twists. As companies such as Cazza Construction Technologies in Dubai increasingly invest in the possibilities of 3D printing houses ' and maybe entire cities one day ' Overtec is sending a clear message that it wants to play an important role in that forward-thinking vision. More

3D printed 'watt-r' cart uses solar power to make water collection easier

Oct.6, 2017 - A solar-powered cart called 'watt-r' could revolutionize the way people collect water in places like rural Africa. Made with 3D printed components, the low-cost transportation device uses solar energy to power a small motor, allowing users to carry water in a more effective way. More

iMedTech launches project to 3D print prostheses for 1000 breast cancer survivors

Oct.6, 2017 - Just in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, South African prosthetics company iMedTech has launched a new initiative for low-income breast cancer survivors. Spearheaded by iMedTech founder and acclaimed mechanical engineer Nneile Nkholise, the new project will 3D print 1000 prosthetic breasts for 1000 mastectomy patients in need. More

3D printed vertebrae helping Nottingham spinal surgeons practice 'very delicate' procedures

Oct.5, 2017 - Researchers at the UK's Nottingham Trent University are 3D printing replica human vertebrae to help train spinal surgeons. The 3D printed vertebrae look, behave, and feel like the real thing, and could aid surgeons looking to perform procedures such as laminectomies. More

Spain's FLM and Vodafone launch 3D printing training initiative for people with spinal injuries

Oct.5, 2017 - The Spanish foundation for medullary injury (FLM) has teamed up with the Vodafone Spain foundation to develop and launch an initiative which will offer people with spinal cord injuries technological training. The program will feature 3D design and 3D printing courses. More

Medical 3D Printing Roundup: Slovenia's Symbiolab develops open source Vitaprint bioprinter, two 3D printed spine implants approved

Oct.4, 2017 - Symbiolab, an open source biolab at the IRNAS Institute in Slovenia, has developed a new 3D bioprinter. The Vitaprint platform uses 2 extruders and sterile syringes to fabricate woodpile structures, scaffolds, and more. Elsewhere, the FDA has approved 2 new 3D printed spine implants. More

WASP's 3D printed set pieces ready to take center stage at 'Fra Diavolo' opera

Oct.4, 2017 - Italian 3D printing company WASP has been working hard over the past few months to help realize the set design for the upcoming performances of Fra Diavolo at the Opera Theater in Rome. With just days until opening night, the stunning 3D printed set pieces are ready for the spotlight. More

U.S. Marines test adaptable 3D printed SUAS drones

Oct.4, 2017 - Marines from the 2nd Marine Division are using 3D printing to manufacture small unmanned aerial systems (SUAS). This particular drone project is taking place at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina. More

3D printing, composite materials help GKN develop next-gen vehicles at new UK facility

Oct.4, 2017 - British automotive and aerospace company GKN has officially opened a new Innovation Centre in Oxfordshire. The facility will be dedicated to the development of next-gen technologies for the company's automotive business, including custom 3D printed parts, composite materials, and more. More

Think sharing phones is a bad call? 3D printed 3-in-1 'lending' smartphone could be the answer

Oct.4, 2017 - Researchers in Canada and New Hampshire have used 3D printing to develop a modular 3-in-1 smartphone, ideal for lending to strangers. The prototype consists of three smartphones in a 3D printed case, giving the owner total control over how much access the borrower is permitted. More

Safran Helicopter Engines' new Aneto engines contain 3D printed components

Oct.3, 2017 - Safran Helicopter Engines has launched Aneto, a new family of high-power engines. The Aneto-1K, which is being used in aerospace company Leonardo's AW189K helicopter, has 3D printed components in its combustion chamber, as well as 3D printed inlet guide vanes. More

European Federation of Chemical Engineering commends French company Air Liquide for 3D printed reactor

Oct.3, 2017 - The European Federation of Chemical Engineering (EFCE) has given awards to some innovative chemical engineering projects at the 10th World Congress of Chemical Engineering. One of the awards went to Air Liquide for a 3D printed reactor used to improve hydrogen production. More

3D bioprinted living retina project awarded $90K by National Eye Institute

Oct.3, 2017 - The National Eye Institute (NEI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), has awarded $90,000 to a team from the University of Maryland for its proposal to develop a living model of a human retina with the help of 3D printing. More

SPoE: a full-color multi-surface printer made with 3D printed parts

Oct.2, 2017 - SPoE, a printer which 'Simply Prints on Everything,' has just launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter. The printer, which is being prototyped with 3D printing, is described as a 'free-standing printer' which can print (two-dimensionally) on virtually any surface. More

Army scientists could use urine to charge 3D printed drones that eat themselves

Oct.2, 2017 - Scientists at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory have discovered that a recently engineered aluminum nano-powder can rapidly produce hydrogen when mixed with urine. The powder could be used to make 3D printed robots that 'feed off their own structures' and self-destruct after missions. More

Australian university 3D prints scaled-up virus particles for tactile health education

Oct.2, 2017 - A team from the Central Queensland University in Australia is teaching students about micro-biology by 3D printing large-scale models of microscopic virus particles. The 3D printed learning aids offer a more dynamic and tactile way for students to learn about viruses. More

US Marines' 'Ripper Lab' used to manufacture 3D printed 'Nibbler' drones in Middle East

Oct.2, 2017 - A U.S. Marine Corps task force has set up a 3D printing lab on the ground in the Middle East, using it to 3D print quadcopter drones, tools, medical supplies, and more. Dubbed the 'Ripper Lab,' the facility is allowing the task force to print devices and replacement parts on-demand. More

Go Prosthetics: CU Boulder student develops $300 3D printed prosthetic limbs for amputees

Oct.2, 2017 - Peter 'Max' Armstrong, a mechanical engineering student at the University of Colorado Boulder, is developing functional and low-cost prosthetics made with the help of 3D printing technology. Each limb costs just $300 to fabricate. More

'Alien' arrangements: 3D printed art installation pairs unexplained satellite signals with choral accompaniment

Oct.1, 2017 - Ever wondered what extraterrestrial music sounds like? Wonder no more: visitors of the Los Angeles County Museum of Art got a taste of some 'alien' instrumentation last week, thanks to a sound installation by Berlin artists Kata Kov'cs and Tom O'Doherty that captures the unexplained signals emitted by the Lincoln Experimental Satellite. More

French woman suffering from gunshot wound receives 3D printed 'reverse shoulder prosthesis'

Sep.30, 2017 - One lucky patient in France has become one of the first to sport a 3D printed shoulder implant following an almost deadly accident. Nathalie Dufaut Danjon was shot with a hunting rifle a little over two years ago, a near-fatal accident that saw a bullet penetrate her shoulder joint through the front, and exit through the back of her shoulder blade. More

Modern Meadow reveals its pioneering 3D bio-printed leather, Zoa

Sep.29, 2017 - A New Jersey-based startup has produced a material that is almost indistinguishable from animal leather, using 3D bio-printing. Modern Meadow's technique vastly improves efficiency as well as environmental impact, and a prototype garment made from Zoa will soon be exhibited at MoMA. More

Formlabs prints 15-foot-wide FUSE Pavilion using Fuse 1 & Form 2 3D printers

Sep.29, 2017 - Massachusetts-based 3D printing company Formlabs has used its Fuse 1 SLS 3D printer and Form 2 SLA printer to fabricate the FUSE Pavilion, a nylon and fiberglass structure that spans 150 square feet and fits three people inside. More

3D printed heart valve models used in pre-surgical planning to improve TAVR surgery

Sep.29, 2017 - A joint team from the Piedmont Heart Institute and the Georgia Institute of Technology has created patient-specific 3D printed heart valve models to improve pre-surgical planning processes for transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) surgery. More

Origami inspires development of 3D printed TWISTER robots at Case Western Reserve

Sep.28, 2017 - A team of researchers at Case Western Reserve University has been working on a soft robotics project that takes inspiration from origami. The novel tower structure is made up of layers of 3D printed polygons fitted together, and can deform in useful ways. More

Australia’s MCRI takes on kidney research with Organovo 3D bioprinter

Sep.28, 2017 - Melbourne's Murdoch Children's Research Institute has just installed a new 3D bioprinter, which is the first of its kind in Australia. The institute will be partnering with bioprinting company Organovo to develop techniques that will further research into kidney problems. More

3D printed drugs on breath strips could be future of medicine, according to University of Michigan study

Sep.28, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Michigan have devised a vapor-jet 3D printing technique'for depositing drug doses onto a variety of surfaces, including dissolvable Listerine tabs. The process could be employed in pharmacies, hospitals, and other locations. More

EPFL's 3D printed 'Envirobot' is a modular robot that swims like an eel & detects water pollution

Sep.28, 2017 - Researchers from Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne in Switzerland have used 3D printing to develop 'Envirobot,' a modular, eel-like swimming robot that can collect environmental data and deliver it to scientists in real time. More

Open source 3D printed weather station could improve farming in developing regions

Sep.28, 2017 - The Science Museum of Virginia in Richmond is now home to a fully functioning 3D printed weather station. The weather measuring and monitoring device cost only $400 to make and could help improve farming in developing regions of the world. More

Are Belarus and Russia's Novosibirsk medical technopark collaborating on 3D printed implants?

Sep.27, 2017 - The Belarus government will reportedly begin working in collaboration with Russia's Novosibirsk medical technopark to develop 3D printed implants and other medical devices. The cooperation was hinted at during a visit to the medical technology center by Belarus' Prime Minister Andrei Kobyakov. More

Paul Kohlhaussen's panoramic 3D printed K-Pan camera can now be snapped up on Kickstarter

Sep.27, 2017 - London-based photographer and designer Paul Kohlhaussen has launched a Kickstarter campaign for a 3D printed medium-format panoramic camera. The K-Pan, which shoots five 6 x 14 cm frames per roll of 120 film, is available for £270 ($360) in kit form. More

Amazing 3D printed cafe by MX3D and BBA opens tomorrow at Miami's Perez Art Museum

Sep.27, 2017 - As of tomorrow, visitors of the Perez Art Museum Miami (PAMM) will be able to order their coffees and lunches from an actual 3D printed cafe. The new cafe, nestled on the Miami waterfront, is called Cucuyo. More

UAE's $137M Mars Science City will simulate life on Mars & contain a 3D printed space museum

Sep.27, 2017 - The United Arab Emirates will attempt to build a city that simulates living on Mars. The $137 million Mars Science City will span 1.9 million square feet, and will contain a space museum with walls 3D printed using sand from the desert. More

Powder & Heat makes 3D printed glasses easy on the eyes

Sep.26, 2017 - A German design label is keen to show the world that 3D printed eyewear is here to stay. Powder & Heat, the Munich-based company marketing its merchandise as the world's first high quality 3D printed glasses in a variety of colours, was recently awarded the German Design Award and the Red Dot Design Award 2017. More

3D printed blood vessels could be key to sustaining lab-grown tissue

Sep.25, 2017 - A Dutch scientist is researching how 3D printing could help sustain lab-grown tissue. Using advanced 3D printing techniques, University of Twente professor Jeroen Leijten can implement a network of blood vessels for releasing these nutrients into fresh skeletal tissue. According to him, it could ensure long-term survival, effectively changing how we engineer human tissue. More

MIO: Spiff up your dental care routine with luxury 3D printed metal toothbrush

Sep.25, 2017 - Italian manufacturer Zare has teamed up with Nussbaumer Design to design and manufacturing a stunning new dental tool: a 3D printed toothbrush made from either stainless steel or titanium. More

ESA targets 3D printed Moon Village by 2030, expects 'lunar children' shortly after

Sep.25, 2017 - The European Space Agency (ESA) has come up with a bold prediction regarding the future of the Moon, Earth's only natural satellite. It says a small number of settlers could start building a 3D printed village there by 2030, adding that there could be 1,000 moon citizens by 2050. More

Realistic 3D printed finger could make smartphone fingerprint scanners harder to hack

Sep.25, 2017 - A team of researchers from Michigan State University has developed a realistic fingerprint model with the help of 3D printing that will allow other researchers to test and improve fingerprint scanners. More

Woman fitted with 3D printed teeth by autonomous robot dentist

Sep.25, 2017 - A robot has carried out a dental operation all by itself. The one-hour surgery took place in Xi'an, Shaanxi province, China, and involved a robot following a pre-programmed set of commands to implant two 3D printed teeth into a woman's mouth. More

Michigan engineers design open source 3D printed rotating lab mixer

Sep.24, 2017 - Two Michigan researchers have developed a 3D printed an open source rotating mixer. Published in the academic journal Applied Sciences, the findings by Dhwani K. Trivedi and Joshua Pearce of Michigan Technical University, provide complete designs and instructions for 3D printing the state-of-the-art hardware at only a tenth of the regular cost. More

Conference in Tallinn addresses future effects of 3D printing on world of employment

Sep.24, 2017 - A group of politicians, business leaders, and E.U representatives recently gathered in Tallinn to discuss the future of the world of work. 3D printing and other digital technologies are revolutionizing the way industry operates, and social security measures will need to be adapted to maintain employment levels. More

3D-printed, remora-inspired robot can cling to shark skin underwater thanks to ultrastrong sucker

Sep.23, 2017 - A team of researchers has developed a new 3D printed robot that uses suction to cling tightly to surfaces underwater. Modelled after the Remora, the robot can withstand forces up to 340 times its own weight while clinging, and it could be used to track underwater animal behaviour. More

German scientists using ViscoTec print heads to 3D print multi-material electric motor parts

Sep.22, 2017 - Scientists from the Technical University of Chemnitz in Germany are using a novel multi-material additive manufacturing process to produce electric motors. The team has demonstrated how to manufacture ceramic and metal-based motor components that increase the overall efficiency of the device. More

3D printing a nova: scientists recreate binary star system explosion in 3D

Sep.22, 2017 - A group of scientists have used 3D modeling and 3D printing to physically recreate (on a tiny scale) the explosion pattern of a star located 25,000 light-years from Earth. More

3D Printing News Roundup: 3D printed wind turbine, SLM Solutions signs biggest contract, new stainless steel material by ExOne

Sep.21, 2017 - Time waits for no man, and neither does the 3D printing world. We're a little more patient at 3ders though, so here's another quick round-up of recent developments you might have missed. Stories include an award being granted for 3D printed wind turbine blades, SLM Solutions getting its biggest-ever contract, and more besides. More

Idaho National Lab's 'AMAFT' makes 3D printed nuclear fuel that reduces risk of meltdown

Sep.21, 2017 - Researchers at Idaho National Laboratory (INL) are using 3D printing in a new method for producing advanced nuclear fuels. Producing U3Si2'fuels with Additive Manufacturing as an Alternative Fabrication Technique (AMAFT) could improve both fuel cycle economics and safety. More

Low-cost 3D printed breast pump could improve breastfeeding for mothers in developing regions

Sep.21, 2017 - A team of students from Trinity College in Dublin, Ireland has designed a low-cost 3D printed breast pump device that could ease the breastfeeding process for malnourished mothers in developing regions of the world.' More

Project Invincible: McLaren uses 3D scanning, 3D printing & F1 materials to develop medical body shield

Sep.21, 2017 - McLaren Applied Technologies, a high-performance technology and design company and part of the famous McLaren Group, has used 3D scanning on 'Project Invincible,' a personalized healthcare solution'that uses the same materials going into next season's McLaren Formula 1 car. More

4 Kickstarter 3D printing projects to check out: 3D printed robots, RPG terrain, maker's vise

Sep.20, 2017 - In recent years, Kickstarter has played a key role in the rise of many a 3D printer startup. But it's also a great place to find fun little 3D printed toys and gadgets. Here are four 3D printing projects live on the crowdfunding platform right now, from educative robots to fantasy gaming terrain. More

MX3D says 3D printed steel bridge in Amsterdam 'one-third printed,' expects June 2018 finish

Sep.20, 2017 - MX3D, a robotic additive manufacturing company based in Amsterdam, has offered an update on its long-mooted 3D printed steel bridge. The bridge, designed by Joris Laarman and funded by Autodesk, is one-third complete, and should be finished around June next year. More

Columbia researchers develop 3D printed soft robotic muscles that are 3x stronger than yours

Sep.19, 2017 - Researchers at Columbia Engineering, the engineering department of New York's Columbia University, have developed a 3D printed synthetic soft muscle with an 'intrinsic expansion ability.' The incredible actuator, which paves the way for fully soft robots, can lift 1,000 times its own weight. More

NASA test-fires first 3D printed rocket engine igniter made from 2 metal alloys

Sep.19, 2017 - NASA has successfully tested a prototype for a 3D printed rocket engine component made from two different metal alloys. The 3D printed rocket part underwent thorough tests over the summer at NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. More

Finland's VTT developing 3D printed bandages that wirelessly send messages to doctors

Sep.19, 2017 - Researchers at VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland are developing 3D printing materials for wound care in hospitals. The materials use cellulose nanofibrils, and have been paired with printed electronics for next-level healthcare. More

Modeclix's customizable 3D printed garments hit the runway at Aarhus Walks on Water

Sep.18, 2017 - Modeclix, an innovative process for creating wearable 3D printed textiles, took the runway by storm at Aarhus Walks on Water, a fashion and tech event held in the Danish city of Aarhus this past weekend. More

Invisalign producer Align Technology enjoys billion dollar sales in 2017 thanks to 3D printed dental products

Sep.18, 2017 - Align Technology, creator of Invisalign dental technology, is heading toward $1.3 billion in 2017 sales thanks to its 3D scanning and 3D printing method of creating custom-made dental aligners. The company operates between 50 and 60 3D printers at its factory. More

MIT's 'SEAL' 3D printing technique produces single injections that deliver multiples vaccines over time

Sep.18, 2017 - Engineers at MIT have developed a 3D printing method that could allow doctors to deliver several drug or vaccine doses over a period of time with just a single injection. The 'SEAL' technique works by 3D printing cup-like microparticles that can store and seal the drug doses. More

Artist with dwarfism 3D scans and prints sculptures of herself to raise questions about difference

Sep.18, 2017 - Australian artist Debra Keenahan is subverting a number of things with her new 3D printed artwork. The artist, who was born with achondroplasia dwarfism, has created a series of life-size 3D printed sculptures of herself which are arranged so that they are looking down on viewers. More

Anouk Wipprecht & 'bionic pop artist' Viktoria Modesta teams up to create 3D printed interactive sonic wearables

Sep.17, 2017 - Self-described 'bionic pop artist' Viktoria Modesta is taking the art world by storm via a new project with Dutch designer Anouk Wipprecht. Sponsored by Autodesk, "Sonifica" the duo's new set of custom-made prosthetics that go beyond form and function, catapulting into the realm of musical performance. More

VRread project: Fraunhofer IPA develops innovative 3D printed reading aid for visually impaired people

Sep.16, 2017 - Fraunhofer IPA has developed an innovative 3D printed reading aid for visually impaired people. This new 3D printed device will allow people with visual impairments to read books, newspapers, and anything else that they can upload on their smartphone. It has a frame that is strapped to the user's head, with adjustable lenses and a positional sensor. More

McGill University engineers use 3D printing to make impenetrable 'fish scale' gloves

Sep.15, 2017 - A team of mechanical engineers at McGill University in Montreal are drawing inspiration from the animal kingdom in their development of new 3D printed armours. At first glance, conch shells, fish scales, and spider silk have little to do with bullet-proof vests, sports helmets, and protective gloves. But according to McGill engineer Francois Barthelat, there's more than meets the eye in these natural structures. More

Dental startup Candid will send you affordable 3D printed dental aligners in the mail

Sep.15, 2017 - Candid, a New York City-based dental startup, is offering FDA-approved, 3D printed aligners for those needing mild orthodontic work. The aligners cost $1,900 upfront, around a quarter the cost of popular dental solutions like Invisalign. More

Hinckley's new fully electric 'Dasher' yacht features titanium 3D printed hardware and detailing

Sep.15, 2017 - Hinckley, a Rhode Island-based yacht manufacturer, recently unveiled what it is calling the world's first 'fully electric luxury yacht.' Called Dasher, the eco-friendly and innovative boat also integrates some specially designed metal 3D printed components. More

3D printed 'Techno tortoises' could save endangered South African tortoise species

Sep.15, 2017 - Last week Autodesk and South African zoologists unveiled a bold new undertaking to save South Africa's endangered tortoise population by way of 3D printed replicas. The 'techno tortoise' project, featuring 3D printed, hand-painted shells, could act as decoys for predators, effectively giving these endangered baby tortoises another stab at life. More

Sogeclair uses voxeljet 3D printer to realize new lightweight aircraft door design

Sep.14, 2017 - French aviation supplier Sogeclair is the latest aerospace manufacturer to turn to 3D printing technology in order to reduce weight, as well as saving money and materials. It used voxeljet's VX1000 3D printer to produce a precision mold based on a new design, which was then smelted and cast with aluminium. More

Canadian researcher's 3D bioprinted stem cell patch could 'revolutionize' heart disease treatment

Sep.14, 2017 - A researcher from the University of Saskatchewan is gaining attention for the development of a 3D bioprinted heart patch that could be used to re-grow and repair damaged heart tissue. More

Model whose skull was rebuilt with 3D printer says additive tech like something from James Bond

Sep.14, 2017 - Francesca Burr, a British artist and model, has had part of her skull rebuilt with a 3D printer after suffering a horrific injury that left her with a hole in the head. The then 27-year-old suffered memory loss, even forgetting her own middle name. More

Airbus installs first 3D printed titanium part on series production A350 aircraft

Sep.14, 2017 - European aeronautics leader Airbus has made yet another breakthrough in the fields of 3D printing and aviation: it has successfully installed a titanium 3D printed bracket on an in-series production A350 XWB aircraft. More

MIT's 3D printed 'peel-and-go' structures can fold themselves

Sep.13, 2017 - MIT researchers have developed a technique for 3D printing expanding polymers that self-fold without heating or water. The technique could be used for printed electronics and, someday, to make 3D printed robots. More

3D printed 'Yhnova' social housing project breaks ground near Nantes, France

Sep.13, 2017 - This past April, an initiative was introduced to 3D print a 95-square-meter social housing building using a technique called BatiPrint3D. The ambitious project, called Yhnova, is now preparing to go into full swing, as the construction job broke ground yesterday. More

RAMLAB unveils 'world's first class-approved' 3D printed ship propeller for Damen tug boat

Sep.13, 2017 - RAMLAB has unveiled a prototype for 'the world's first class-approved 3D printed propeller.' Measuring 1,350 mm in diameter, the 3D printed ship propeller was realized in partnership with Autodesk, Damen Shipyards Group, Promarin, and Bureau Veritas. More

3D printed electronics helping MA engineering firm Draper embrace IoT market

Sep.13, 2017 - Draper, an engineering firm based in Cambridge, MA, is 3D printing with a conductive metal-based multi-material ink. The company has used the process to embed electronic devices into industrial components. More

Ceramic Constellation Pavilion: New Hong Kong pavilion incorporates over 2,000 3D printed bricks

Sep.12, 2017 - A massive architecture pavilion in Hong Kong is reaching new heights in the possibilities of 3D printing and robotics. Spearheaded by the University of Hong Kong's Faculty of Architecture and Sino Group property developers, the 'Ceramic Constellation Pavilion' is made up of over 3D printed 2,000 bricks, the first of its kind in the world. More

Ricoh to replace metal tools with Stratasys 3D printed customized, lightweight equivalents

Sep.12, 2017 - Japanese office electronics supplier Ricoh is the latest manufacturer to take advantage of Stratasys' impressive range of 3D printing solutions. It has replaced all its traditionally machined jigs and fixtures for its assembly line with 3D printed equivalents, improving efficiency and precision. More

3D Printing News Roundup: Solvay, Verbatim, Robo 3D, Siemens

Sep.12, 2017 - Today's 3D printing roundup includes news from Belgium, where chemicals company Solvay has announced plans to produce PEKK polymers for 3D printing in the US. Elsewhere, Germany's Verbatim has a new TPEE material, while Robo 3D is raising money for a 3D printer pre-order pipeline. More

3D printing companies in Chongqing, China now have to register with local police to curb illegal prints

Sep.12, 2017 - Chinese authorities have announced that 3D printing companies based in the city of Chongqing will now be required to register their business with local police. The registration process is aimed at monitoring 3D printed output to reduce the risk of illegal or dangerous 3D prints. More

3D printed Einstein book unveiled at commemorative gala in Montreal

Sep.12, 2017 - The world's first 3D printed book was recently unveiled at a commemorative gala in Montreal, Canada. The book, which readers may already know about, is called 'Genius: 100 Visions of the Future,' and was created to celebrate the 100th anniversary of Albert Einstein's relativity theory. More

Monash University and Amaero engineers 3D print and test-fire 'Project X' rocket engine in just 4 months

Sep.11, 2017 - Engineers from Amaero and Monash University in Australia have successfully designed, 3D printed, assembled, and test-fired a rocket engine in just four months. The rocket engine, called Project X, is based on an 'aerospike' design which inverts the structure of traditional rocket engines. More

Virginia student uses 3D printed models to demonstrate mathematical concept of topology

Sep.11, 2017 - Jonathan Gerhard, a student from James Madison University in Virginia, has 3D printed a series of objects that physically demonstrate the mathematical concepts of topology and homotopy. More

Chromatose: NZ designer writes & mutates ‘DNA' of synthetic 3D printed Venus flytrap

Sep.11, 2017 - Mark Wilson, a designer from Wellington in New Zealand, has 3D printed a synthetic Venus flytrap that responds to touch just like the real thing. The design, called 'Chromatose,' is a finalist at the Design Awards of the Designers Institute of New Zealand. More

PupilScreen: 3D printed smartphone tool could help football coaches diagnose concussions

Sep.11, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Washington have developed a 3D printed deep learning device called 'PupilScreen' that can determine whether a person requires medical attention for concussion or other traumatic brain injuries (TBIs). More

Dutch designer Rein van der Mast 3D prints bronze Pjotr fountain pen with an Ultimaker

Sep.10, 2017 - Dutch designer Rein van der Mast (also known as Pjotr) is at it again with a new 3D printed fountain pen, but this time he's taking the technology into his own hands. The new, exquisite writing instrument was printed using a bronze filament from ColorFabb, and posted just recently on van der Mast's website. More

3D printed concrete dome structure is officially opened in Aarhus Harbour, Denmark

Sep.9, 2017 - Denmark recently saw the unveiling of one of its first major 3D printed concrete structures, in Aarhus harbour. It's a large dome, used as urban furniture. The project was a collaborative effort aimed at investigating the possibilities of 3D printing in the construction industry. More

Thales Group launches new metal 3D printing research and development center in Morocco

Sep.8, 2017 - Thales Group has recently opened a new center in the capital of Morocco, Casablanca, to advance its metal 3D printing capabilities. The North African region is hoping to develop a strong innovative technological eco-system, with aerospace a particular focus, and this major new investment should help it on its way. More

MIT Printflatables project creates functional inflatable 3D objects by printing folds into fabric

Sep.8, 2017 - A new 3D printing-based system developed by a team at MIT has been developed, making use of inflatables. It uses a hot iron to seal specific folds into layers of fabric, which upon inflation transforms into a functional 3D object. More

7-year-old girl with 3D printed hand wants to make first pitch at every Major League Baseball park

Sep.8, 2017 - A seven-year-old girl is being invited by Major League Baseball teams from around the United States to give the first pitch using her specially made 3D printed prosthetic hand. More

World-first 3D printed shin transplant stops Australian man from losing leg

Sep.8, 2017 - Surgeons at Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane have performed world-first surgery by implanting a 3D printed shinbone scaffold into the leg of Reuben Lichter, a patient suffering from a severe bone infection. More

Massive 3D printed bicycle bridge is delivered to Gemert, Netherlands by truck

Sep.7, 2017 - Exciting news for the people of Gemert in the Netherlands: the first part of a 3D printed bicycle bridge has been delivered to the Dutch town. The bike bridge is being constructed through a collaboration between Dutch construction firm BAM and the Technical University of Eindhoven. More

Korean researchers develop 3D printable hybrid bio-ink for treating ischemic vascular conditions

Sep.7, 2017 - A team of researchers in South Korea have successfully demonstrated the potential of a new hybrid 3D printable bio-ink they developed. It was used to create bio-blood vessels that were able to graft on to damaged vascular tissue as well as encourage the proliferation of cell growth in an otherwise hostile environment More

3D printed concrete office-hotel coming to Copenhagen

Sep.7, 2017 - Danish 3D printing company 3D Printhuset has embarked on the exciting new initiative of 3D printing a Building on Demand (BOD) in Copenhagen. Measuring up at just under 50 square metres, the small 'office hotel' is made of 3D printed concrete, and counts itself as one of the first 3D printed buildings in Europe that meets official regulations. More

HP announces launch of new FitStation platform for customized 3D printed footwear

Sep.7, 2017 - HP will be piloting a new hardware and software system known as FitStation in selected retail outlets. It makes use of 3D scanning and printing technology to create personalized insoles for customers, as well as gathering the data necessary for designing custom-made shoes or giving personalized product recommendations. More

3D scanning & printing used to make weird soft robotic masks that display your emotions in colorful bubbles

Sep.6, 2017 - Masters students at London's Bartlett School of Architecture have used 3D scanning and 3D printing to create weird soft robotic silicone masks that respond to facial expressions with bubbling colorful fluids. More

Lloyd's Register certifies first 3D printed part for oil and gas industry

Sep.6, 2017 - Global tech company Lloyd's Register has announced the certification of a 3D printed titanium gateway manifold for pipelines. The part is reportedly the first additively manufactured part to be certified by the company for the oil and gas industry. More

Lloyd's Register certifies first 3D printed part for oil and gas industry

Sep.6, 2017 - Global tech company Lloyd's Register has announced the certification of a 3D printed titanium gateway manifold for pipelines. The part is reportedly the first additively manufactured part to be certified by the company for the oil and gas industry. More

FabRx and UCL team produces personalised 3D printed pills for first time using SLS technique

Sep.5, 2017 - A collaboration between FabRx and the School of Pharmacy at UCL has successfully 3D printed paracetamol tablets using the SLS technique. Drugs have been made at UCL before using extrusion and stereolithography methods, but this is the first time that SLS has been tried. More

LimbForge improves 3D printed elbow prosthesis with natural arm swing

Sep.5, 2017 - LimbForge, an offshoot of 3D printed prosthetics community e-NABLE, has developed a 3D printed prosthetic elbow that incorporates features suggested by both patients and prosthetists. The nonprofit will now test the device on patients. More

WR Yuma makes recycled 3D printed sunglasses that are eco-friendly and stylish

Sep.5, 2017 - Belgian startup W.R. Yuma is using 3D printing to make sunglasses made from plastic waste. The stylish 3D printed sunglasses are made from car dashboards, soda bottles, and even refrigerators. More

Doctors in Gaza are 3D printing stethoscopes and other much-needed medical supplies

Sep.5, 2017 - A team of innovative and resourceful doctors in Gaza are using 3D printers to produce simple medical supplies, such as stethoscopes and tourniquets, which are not easily accessible and are in high demand in the war-torn region. More

3D printed 'Anchor' implant earns Dublin researcher $178,500 grant from European Research Council

Sep.5, 2017 - Professor Daniel Kelly, a researcher at Trinity College in Dublin, has received €150,000 ($178,500) in funding to develop a 3D printed implant for treating cartilage damage. The 'Anchor' implant could help those who have suffered sports-related injuries. More

3D printed prosthetic beak helps Karl the Abyssinian ground hornbill tuck into his lunch

Sep.4, 2017 - Karl, an Abyssinian ground hornbill at the Smithsonian's National Zoo in Washington D.C., has been fitted with a 3D printed prosthetic beak to help him eat. More

Artist Jack Elliott highlights human-nature relationship by 3D printing a tree out of paper

Sep.4, 2017 - Humans and trees have a connection that goes beyond our reliance on them for wood and paper. Artist Jack Elliott may have a stronger connection to trees than most, as many of his art pieces are based on the leafy giants. His recent project involves 3D scanning and printing. More

University of Illinois researchers 3D print origami-inspired crawling robot

Sep.4, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Illinois have 3D printed an origami-inspired crawling robot. While bio-inspired robots are nothing new, the U of Illinois gadget approaches this field from an entirely new vantage point: the team drew inspiration from often overlooked life-forms such as earthworms, bacteria, and Venus Flytraps. More

This magical 3D printed dish reveals an image when you pour soy sauce into it

Sep.2, 2017 - A Japanese programmer who goes by the Twitter handle 'nue' has created a 3D printed dish that reveals a stunning image when soy sauce is poured into it. More

3D printing poised to explode in wind turbine industry

Sep.1, 2017 - As the wind turbine industry picks up speed, one CEO is bracing himself for a bright future the likes of which we've never seen before. According to Philip Totaro of Totaro & Associates, the rapid advance of 3D printing technology means that hybrid-material wind turbines are no longer the stuff of imagination. More

UK scientist developing 3D printed optical fibers for better data transmission systems

Sep.1, 2017 - Angeles Camacho Rosales, a postgraduate research student at the University of Southampton's Optoelectronics Research Centre in the UK, is developing ways to 3D print glass for optical fibers that could lead to improved data transmission systems. More

China's Smartee Denti-Technology raises over $7M to make invisible 3D printed braces

Sep.1, 2017 - Smartee Denti-Technology, a Shanghai-based company that specializes in 3D printed orthodontic solutions, has successfully raised 50 million yuan (USD $7.6M) through a B round of financing. More

This tiny 3D printed robot can move through sand thanks to its rotating helical tail

Sep.1, 2017 - Researcher Baptiste Darbois Texier and his team from the University of Santiago in Chile have been developing a 3D printed robot that is suited for moving through sand and other granular materials. More

3D printing used to solve mystery of how the prehistoric Pleiosaur was able to swim with just flippers

Sep.1, 2017 - Researchers in the UK have used 3D printing technology to figure out how the prehistoric Pleiosaur swam. The large marine reptile's four-flipper system was replicated and attatched to a robot, and tests were conducted on a water tank to solve the mystery. More

Materialise teams with Tailored Fits to launch digital supply chain for custom-fit 3D printed ski boots

Aug.31, 2017 - Materialise has partnered with winter sports gear and tailored footwear specialist Tailored Fits to launch an end-to-end digital supply chain for custom-fit 3d printed ski boots. More

PEAK unveils first ever pair of 3D printed basketball shoes in collab with NBA star Dwight Howard

Aug.31, 2017 - Chinese sportswear brand PEAK has unveiled what could be the first ever pair of 3D printed basketball sneakers. The 3D printed sports shoes were presented just days ago at the 2017 PEAK China Tour and Dwight Howard III Press Conference. More

Mini uses 3D printing in production of its all-electric Mini concept

Aug.31, 2017 - British car icon Mini has unveiled its latest concept car, the Mini Electric Concept. It's a preview of the company's first all-electric production model, to be released in 2019. 3D printing technology was used extensively in the production of the car's wheels, whose design varies from the classic Mini Cooper's in a number of interesting ways. More

Siemens to assist Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority in 3D printing parts for metro system

Aug.30, 2017 - Industrial manufacturing company Siemens has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Dubai's Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) to develop 3D printed parts for the latter's transport subsystems. More

Plantoids: the smart 3D printed robots that will help keep your plants alive

Aug.30, 2017 - Citizen Scientific Workshop (CSW) has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Plantoids, 3D printable robots that put your plants on wheels. Each 3D printed device seeks out sunlight and fresh air to give its green passenger the best chance of good health. More

Expandable bone screw 3D printed in titanium could improve spinal surgery recovery

Aug.30, 2017 - Researchers from Curtin University in Australia have teamed up with surgeons from the Royal Perth Hospital and the St John of God Subiaco Hospital to develop a 3D printed bone screw. The device can help patients suffering from severe bone fractures or osteoporosis recover from spinal surgery. More

Local Motors' self-driving 'Olli' shuttle helped along by Makerbot 3D printers

Aug.30, 2017 - Local Motors offered a glimpse into its manufacturing facility to see how it has been using the Makerbot Replicator+, a $2,500 high-performance desktop 3D printer, to quickly and efficiently produce parts for the IBM Watson-powered 'Olli' vehicle. More

Printable Scenery launches Kickstarter for new Rampage Gothic 3D printable scenery-building systems

Aug.30, 2017 - After the success of various other crowdfunding campaigns in the past, New Zealand-based Printable Scenery has launched a Kickstarter for its new Rampage Gothic line. These 3D printable scenery models are inspired by gothic architecture and will be a great addition to any fantasy role-player's collection. More

BiliScreen: a 3D printed smartphone device that detects pancreatic cancer by looking at your eyes

Aug.29, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Washington have developed BiliScreen, a new smartphone app and 3D printed attachment that can detect jaundice in an adult's eye. This could in turn allow users to detect early signs of pancreatic cancer and other diseases. More

UW-Madison engineers get $2.1M to develop 3D printed heat exchangers for refrigerators

Aug.29, 2017 - Engineers from the University of Wisconsin-Madison have received $2.1 million in funding to continue their development of 3D printed heat exchangers. The project is being supported by the U.S. Department of Energy Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-e). More

Foster + Partners, Branch Technology capture top prize in Phase 2 of NASA's 3D printing competition

Aug.29, 2017 - NASA has announced the winner of Phase 2: Level 3 of its 3D Printed Habitat Challenge, a multi-phase competition which is seeking to find new and innovative methods for building 3D printed habitats and livable structures in space. More

3D printing accident leads to discovery of bio-active 'tissue paper' for organ regeneration

Aug.29, 2017 - A new bio-active material has been discovered after an accidental spillage of ink used for 3D bio-printing. The material, which resembles tissue paper and has specific properties from the organ it is made from, can be used to stimulate the growth of tissues and hormone production More

UK's Royal Navy could develop mysterious 3D printed submarines that look like stingrays

Aug.28, 2017 - Engineers have proposed a number of futuristic concepts for new Royal Navy vehicles and weapons. Their designs include a 3D printed stingray-like submarine and swarms of fish-shaped torpedoes. More

How to cast metal parts directly using a 3D printed 'High Temp' resin mold

Aug.28, 2017 - 3D printing company Formlabs has introduced a new method for casting metal parts using 3D printed molds. Using its High Temp Resin material, makers can easily 3D print molds for direct pewter casting. More

Brazil's Embrapa lab adopts 3D bioprinting tech to advance agricultural research

Aug.28, 2017 - Embrapa Genetic Resources and Biotechnology's Laboratory of Nanobiotechnology (LNANO) in Brasilia, Brazil has announced the recent adoption of 3D bioprinting technologies. 3D bioprinting will enable them to create complex and realistic biological structures for agricultural research. More

Lobster shells inspire 'electrified' 3D printed body armor that could prevent sports injuries

Aug.28, 2017 - Engineers from the University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering are using 3D printed armor inspired by lobsters to prevent sports injuries. The lobster-like printed armor could be particularly useful for preventing chronic traumatic encephalopathy. More

This giant LEGO Go-Kart was made entirely with 3D printed building blocks

Aug.28, 2017 - YouTuber Matt Denton, known for his Mantis Hacks maker videos, has built a large-scale replica of the classic 1972 LEGO Go-Kart kit. Made from 3D printed building blocks, the LEGO Go-Kart is five times larger than the original and was made for under $130. More

Humble Velocipede, a 3D printed version of Theo Janssen's famous Strandbeest sculptures

Aug.27, 2017 - A guide published on Adafruit shows how to build the Humble Velocipede- a neat 3D printed walking toy. The design is based on the Strandbeest creations of Theo Janssen- machines designed to walk along beaches powered by the wind. More

3D Printing News Roundup: GE Garages, SMS Group, Merck, DiManEx, byFlow

Aug.26, 2017 - Don't worry if you've been too busy to keep up with recent 3D printing developments, we've got another quick round-up to fill you in on what you might have missed. Stories include Merck setting up a technology innovation lab in Israel, Saudi students getting 3D printing training from GE Garages, and more besides. More

Kinematics study uses 3D printed wand markers to improve foot motion tracking

Aug.25, 2017 - Researchers from Belgium have developed an in-shoe foot analysis tool that uses 3D printed markers, consisting of a baseplate and a wand marker, to track foot motion. The kinematics system could improve future footwear designs. More

Meet 'Scout,' the US Marines' new 3D printed drone that costs just $613 to build

Aug.25, 2017 - Rhet McNeal, a 26 year-old Corporal from Griffin, Georgia, has designed a 3D printed drone called 'Scout' that can be built for just $613, around 200 times cheaper than current drones used by the Marines. More

US army 3D prints 512-sq-ft barracks using concrete AM tech developed in collaboration with NASA

Aug.24, 2017 - The U.S. Army Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL) has constructed a 3D printed concrete barracks spanning an impressive 512 square-feet. The concrete structure was made possible by 3D printing technology developed by CERL in partnership with NASA. More

Researchers improve design of wine testing airlocks using Carbon 3D printing tech

Aug.23, 2017 - Winemakers are continually searching for new ways to improve the winemaking process in terms of cost and production time. Recently, a team from the University of Adelaide turned to 3D printing technologies for the creation of a redesigned airlock device for wine testing. More

MIT's Robogami lets you design custom 3D printed robots from standard, folding parts in minutes

Aug.23, 2017 - A group of researchers from MIT CSAIL has developed a new design system to make the building of simple robots more accessible to those without design expertise. Users put together a design using templates, which is 3D printed as flat two-dimensional faces connected by joints, before being folded to assemble the final 3D shape. More

17-year-old invents $35 3D printed device for diagnosing respiratory diseases

Aug.23, 2017 - 17-year-old Maya Varma, an engineering student and intern at Stanford University, has developed a low-cost 3D printed device that can analyze a patient's breath and help to diagnose pulmonary diseases. More

Ultra-rare 1954 Jaguar XK120 SE undergoes amazing restoration with help of 3D printing

Aug.23, 2017 - British auto shop Classic Motor Cars (CMC) has painstakingly restored and refurbished what is believed to be one of the rarest Jaguar models in existence, the one-of-a-kind Pininfarina-bodied 1954 Jaguar XK120 SE, with the help of 3D scanning and 3D printing. More

Airbus reduces 'mass, cost & time' of satellites with metal 3D printed radio frequency filters

Aug.23, 2017 - Airbus Defence and Space, a division of Airbus responsible for'defense'and'aerospace operations, has developed prototype 3D printed radio-frequency (RF) filters using metal 3D printing. RF waveguide filters are an important technology for space communications. More

NASA award spurs HRL's 3D printed ceramic research for rocket engine parts

Aug.22, 2017 - HRL Laboratories, a California-based research lab, has received an award from NASA's Space Technology Research, Development, Demonstration, and Infusion program. The funding will enable it to develop 3D printed rocket engine components made from ceramics. More

TetraShell 3D printing used to create four-meter-tall tree sculpture for Norwegian retirement home

Aug.22, 2017 - L+S, an artist duo from Germany and Noway, have created a four-meter-tall tree sculpture to commemorate Noway's most eco-friendly nursing home, Ullerntunet. The large-scale sculpture, which is made from bronze, was made using 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies. More

This functional 3D printed Warthog took a Halo fan 7 years to build

Aug.22, 2017 - It's been 10 years since Halo 3 was first released, and if you're like me, your memory of it may be a little bit foggy. Fortunately, maker Bryanthavercamp is here to jog our memory with this ultra impressive (and functional!) Warthog vehicle, made with the help of 3D printing. More

Lunewave's inexpensive 3D printed lenses could put Tesla-style 'autopilot' systems in everyday cars

Aug.22, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Arizona have developed inexpensive 3D printed Luneberg lenses that could be used in radar systems for the automotive industry. The researchers have formed a startup, Lunewave, that will commercialize the technology. More

MindKits awarded new Mercedes-Benz van to expand reach of its portable 3D printing workshops in New Zealand

Aug.22, 2017 - Based in New Zealand, MindKits is an educational company that has been offering 3D printing workshops in schools since 2008. It recently won Mercedes-Benz 'Hack My Van' competition, securing a new Vito van that it can use to expand its operations into less privileged areas of the country. More

New Congress-approved defense bill could mean more military contracts for 3D printing companies

Aug.21, 2017 - The U.S. Department of Defense Authorization Bill, which includes stipulations on 3D printing, has passed Congress. The bill requires that the Secretary of Defense brief the House Committee on Armed Services on its plans for additive manufacturing. More

Indian doctors implant 3D printed prosthetic ear made using CoEP's Osto3D modeling software

Aug.21, 2017 - A 32-year-old woman from India has received a prosthetic ear implant thanks in large part to 3D modeling software and 3D printing technologies. The procedure was enabled by the College of Engineering, Pune (CoEP) and the Armed Forces Medical College (AFMC). More

HUMM's 3D printed brain zapper gives video gamers competitive edge

Aug.21, 2017 - HUMM, a startup based in Perth, Australia, is developing a 3D printed headset that boosts brain performance by delivering electric shocks to wearers. The device uses four electrodes to measure brain waves, and stimulates the brain to improve short-term memory and mistake evasion. More

Coralise: 3D printed coral skeletons could save spectacular reefs from climate change

Aug.21, 2017 - Jessica Gregory, a 23-year-old nature lover from Newport, Wales, is attempting to save coral reefs by 3D printing replicas of coral skeletons. She hopes young corals will be encouraged to to grow around the 3D printed replicas. More

This beautiful 3D printed ceramic lamp is made from a single coil of clay

Aug.21, 2017 - Australian furniture designer Tom Fereday recently highlighted the interior design possibilities of 3D printing technologies with the unveiling of his classic yet eye-grabbing 3D printed Pelo light. The pendant light shade is made from a single coil of 3D printed clay. More

Chinese city of Nanjing gets first 3D printed bridge railings

Aug.21, 2017 - Dangerous bridge railings in Nanjing, China, were replaced by the country's first 3D printed railings. Nanjing Jia Yi Precision Instrument Manufacturing Company was in charge of the project, which was completed much more quickly and efficiently than with conventional techniques. More

3D print and assemble Anouk Wipprecht's illuminated High Tech Edelweiss necklace

Aug.20, 2017 - Dutch designer Anouk Wipprecht is hands down one of our favorite innovators within the fashion-tech field. Now, makers of all skills and ages have the chance to recreate one of the talented designer's 3D printed pieces: a 3D printed Edelweiss necklace. More

TinyLev: a 3D printed home acoustic levitator that is capable of holding liquid and insects in mid-air

Aug.20, 2017 - Engineers from the UK's University of Bristol have developed 'TinyLev,' a 3D printed acoustic levitator that can be used to suspend matter in mid-air. The device could be used for blood tests, inspection of insects, and more. More

Imagined Artefacts: Artist Anousha Payne uses 3D scanning and printing to appropriate artefacts

Aug.19, 2017 - London-based artist Anousha Payne has used 3D printing to create her latest art series 'Imagined Artefacts.' The project, which consists of a number of 3D printed abstract structures, explores several themes including replication and the significance of an artefact outside of its context. More

This easy-to-follow 3D printed chess set tutorial will have rookies printing rooks in no time

Aug.19, 2017 - Adafruit has published a tutorial for a 3D printed chess set with a 'Circuit Playground' theme. The detailed pieces are made from ColorFabb PLA-metal mix filaments, while the chess board can be printed in regular PLA. More

Belgian students create 3D printed robotic hand that interprets sign language for the deaf

Aug.18, 2017 - A group of engineers from the University of Antwerp in Belgium have put their skills towards good with the invention of a 3D printed humanoid robot that can translate speech into sign language. The inspirational bot is called 'Project Aslan.' More

Architecture firm Lorax Design Group uses 3D printed scale models for high-end landscape and pool design

Aug.18, 2017 - Kansas-based company Lorax Design Group has been making use of an Ultimaker 2 in order to create 3D models of its landscape designs. The team, led by Kurt Kraisinger, 3D prints models of swimming pools for clients so they can get a clearer picture of where their project is headed. More

3D printed pinhole projector shields bright eyes during total eclipse of the sun

Aug.18, 2017 - Many people across North America will be able to witness a solar eclipse on Monday, and 3D printed pinhole projectors are a cheap, safe way to view the phenomenon without damaging your eyes. More

UBC researcher's 3D printed bone grafts strike balance between porosity and strength

Aug.18, 2017 - A researcher from the University of British Columbia (UBC)'s Okanagan campus has been conducting tests to determine which 3D printable structure is best for creating artificial bone implants. Recently, he claimed to have found the most optimal design for both strength and bio integration. More

3D Printing News Roundup: Big Rep, Camber Spine Tech, Osseus, Shapeways, LPW, Sigma Labs

Aug.18, 2017 - The world of 3D printing technology continues to expand at a remarkable rate, but luckily we're here to keep you up to date on everything that's happening. Here's a round-up of recent events that might have passed you by, including some personnel changes at LPW and BigRep America, a 3D printed cervical implant getting FDA clearance, and more besides. More

Russian spacewalking cosmonauts release world's first 3D printed satellite from ISS

Aug.17, 2017 - The first satellite launch of the year by the Russian space program includes the country's first 3D printed device. A pair of cosmonauts will be manually launching the nano-satellites, all of which weigh less than 30kg, from the International Space Station More

Build your own coilgun with 3D printed winding rig

Aug.17, 2017 - Miros, a maker from Slovakia, has built a 3D printed coilgun 'without massive capacitors.' The weapon uses battery-powered coils, and is powerful enough to (slightly) dent a piece of wood using metal ammunition. More

3D printing could help North Korea develop WMDs, says Asia Times

Aug.17, 2017 - A report in the Asia Times, a Hong Kong-based publication, says North Korea could use 3D printing to make weapons of mass destruction. 3D printing could purportedly reduce development cycle times and reduce the number of workers required. More

Project Runway designer Seth Aaron to debut 3D printed shoe collection at Portland fashion week

Aug.17, 2017 - 3D printed shoes are set to take Portland's fashion week by storm this fall, with local designer Seth Aaron pairing runway fashion with 3D printed footwear from Feetz, a San Diego startup that specializes in custom 3D printed shoes. More

Made In Space wraps up testing on BEAM's 3D printed radiation shields

Aug.17, 2017 - Made In Space recently announced that it has completed the third and final stage of its 3D printed Radiation Enclosure Monitor (REM) shield testing for radiation aboard the Bigelow Expandable Activity Module (BEAM). More

Adaptive 3D printed facade system Spong3D could hugely improve thermal performance of offices and homes

Aug.17, 2017 - A team of researchers in the Netherlands have developed a new system that can both insulate a building and store heat. Spong3D incorporates a complex 3D printed structure, with both insulating pores and channels along which a heat-storing liquid can flow. More

3D printed Nintendo Switch adapters help one-handed gamers play Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Aug.16, 2017 - Mexican engineer Julio Vazquez has designed a pair of 3D printed Nintendo Switch accessories that allow one-handed gamers to play with both controllers at once. One adaptor puts the controllers side by side; the other puts them at right angles. More

Marine Corps says portable X-FAB additive manufacturing lab could produce 3D printed drones

Aug.16, 2017 - A Marine Corps battalion is conducting an evaluation of X-FAB (expeditionary fabrication), a self-contained, transportable additive manufacturing lab containing four 3D printers, a scanner, and CAD software for the fast fabrication of replacement parts. More

3D printed fossil helps ANU researchers make evolutionary link between humans and prehistoric fish

Aug.16, 2017 - 3D printing and 3D scanning have helped scientists from the Australian National University in Canberra uncover some new and interesting things about the human evolution process. The researchers have found links between a 400 million-year-old fish fossil and modern-day humans. More

IdiPAZ scientists hope to make 3D printed replacement corneas available within 5 years

Aug.16, 2017 - A team of researchers based in Madrid have been collaborating with experts at MIT and Harvard in order to develop the technology to 3D print corneas. Patients in need of transplants will no longer have to wait for a suitable donor, as these 3D bio-printed corneas will be tailored to be a biological match, using their own stem cells. More

'Droplet-based 3D printing' lets Oxford researchers create high-res living tissue structures

Aug.15, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Oxford have found a new way to 3D print living structures from lab-grown cells. The structures could be used as human tissue models, removing the need for animal testing. More

3D printed 'C-Turtle' robot could shuffle its way to Mars

Aug.15, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Arizona have 3D printed a modular robot that mimics the movement of a sea turtle and uses reinforcement learning to figure out its best strategy for movement. The researchers say the 3D printed 'C-Turtle' robot could be deployed on Mars. More

3D Systems, Airbus present first flight-ready satellite RF filter made using metal 3D printing

Aug.15, 2017 - 3D Systems and Airbus Defense and Space have unveiled their latest joint achievement: a validated 3D printed radio frequency (RF) filter for satellites. The 3D printed RF filter is the first of its kind to pass testing and be qualified for use in commercial telecommunications satellites. More

More 3D printed bikinis: 'Coral' collection from aRks 3d confuses and delights in equal measure

Aug.15, 2017 - aRks 3d, a Sicily-based design studio run by architects Samuel and Rosanna, has unveiled a collection of 3D printed bikinis. Described as 'ergonomic, ecological, unique, and tailored,' the 'Coral' swimwear collection is printed in PLA with cotton inserts. More

New Zealand researchers bioprinting 3D breast cancer tumors to explore different treatments

Aug.14, 2017 - A research project being undertaken at the University of Otago in Christchurch, New Zealand is investigating how 3D bioprinting can help to develop new and more precise treatments for breast cancer. More

UK chemicals specialist Johnson Matthey opens ceramic 3D printing lab in Hertfordshire

Aug.14, 2017 - Johnson Matthey, a British sustainable technology and chemicals company, has opened a new state-of-the-art ceramic 3D printing facility in Royston, UK. The lab contains a QiCPic image analysis sensor, a Freeman FT4 powder tester, and a PixDro inkjet printer. More

Real hermit crabs sport 3D printed 'house-shells' in Zoopla real estate ads

Aug.14, 2017 - If you haven't already come across a 'Crab World' advert for Zoopla, a British real estate website, we suggest you check it out. Even if you aren't looking to buy a UK property, the TV ad spot features some mighty cute hermit crabs living in some even more adorable 3D printed house-shells. More

KNTU researchers introduce new neural recording method with 3D printed μECoG device

Aug.14, 2017 - A team from the Khajeh Nasir Toosi University of Technology (KNTU) in Tehran, Iran has developed a new and minimally invasive neural recording device with the help of 3D printing. More

Doctors in China replace 5.5" of cancer patient's vertebrae with titanium 3D printed implants

Aug.14, 2017 - Doctors in China have completed a highly complex cervical vertebra replacement using 3D printed bones. The 28-year-old patient had been diagnosed with chondrosarcoma, a rare form of bone cancer. More

Most lifelike 3D printed bone implant ever passes for real thing in tests on mice

Aug.14, 2017 - A new form of bone implant has been created that was successfully accepted by the body of a mouse in laboratory tests. The implant was 3D printed from an artificial bone material, which was as strong as bone and also managed to 'trick' the host body into accepting it as real bone. More

See how a boxer engine works with this 3D printed replica of a Subaru WRX motor

Aug.13, 2017 - A Youtube channel called Engineering Explained recently posted a video explaining how the boxer engine for the Subaru WRX works. The video makes use of a 3D printed replica, which is color-coded and demonstrates the advantages a boxer setup has over other engines. More

Adafruit 3D prints incredible replica Guardian robots from Zelda: Breath of the Wild

Aug.12, 2017 - The team at Adafruit built an impressive 3D printed replica of the Guardian robots from the recent Zelda game, Breath of the Wild. They feature a moving head and an array of blue LEDs, including one that stands in for the robots's all-seeing eye. More

Chinese Space Lab uses 3D printing to successfully grow lettuce in micro-gravity environment

Aug.11, 2017 - Astronauts on the Tiangong-2 satellite's Space Lab successfully cultivated lettuce plants, using 3D printed equipment. The Chinese space program is testing out life support technologies in preparation for the eventual establishment of a permanently staffed Space Station in 2022. More

Hong Kong hospital makes 3D printed models of foetuses available to expectant parents

Aug.11, 2017 - A hospital in Hong Kong has become one of the first in the region to offer 3D printed replicas of unborn children. Parents can pay for a print of a 3D ultrasound scan, giving them the chance to touch their child before it is even born, which would be particularly advantageous for the partially sighted. More

Researchers produce smallest ever 3D printed microfluidic "lab on a chip" device

Aug.11, 2017 - A team of researchers have achieved a major milestone in 3D printed microfluidics. They designed a special high-resolution 3D printer and a custom resin for the task, succeeding for the first time in using 3D printing to produce devices that are effective at a scale below 100 micrometers. More

Made In Space successfully 3D prints first-ever extended structures in space-like environment

Aug.11, 2017 - NASA and its partner Made in Space recently achieved a major milestone in 3D printing. Its Archinaut project, which is fully autonomous robotic 3D printing technology designed for space exporation, was successfully tested in a vacuum environment for the first time. More

Shiro Studio's 3D printed ENEA walking stick is a wonder of form and function

Aug.11, 2017 - Shiro Studio, a London-based design practice, has created a 3D printed walking stick that overcomes various visual and practical problems with common mobility aids. The stylish 'ENEA' stick is porous, making it extremely lightweight, and has a three-pronged handle. More

3D printed TRI Analyzer transforms smartphone into low-cost diagnostic device

Aug.11, 2017 - Researchers from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have built a 3D printed device that helps turn a smartphone into a portable lab capable of medical diagnostic tests. The device, called a spectral transmission-reflectance-intensity (TRI) Analyzer, costs only $550 to make. More

3D bioprinted vascularized liver tissue to increase accuracy of drug toxicity testing

Aug.11, 2017 - An international team of researchers has developed a method for 3D bioprinting vasularized liver tissue. The bioprinting breakthrough could have important applications for drug toxicity testing and drug screening. More

Narbon's 3D Memories transforms the ashes of the deceased into ceramic objects - from vases to jewelry

Aug.11, 2017 - A Spanish company called Narbon has recently taken advantage of the flexibility of 3D printing to steer ceramics in quite a morbid direction, with its 3D Memories service. This allows customers to purchase ceramic objects that are 3D printed using the ashes of their deceased loved ones. More

Low-temperature metal casting at home? All you need is a 3D printer, silicone & compressed air

Aug.10, 2017 - Maker Chris DePrisco has posted a YouTube guide to low-temperature metal casting using 3D printed parts, an air compressor, and a pressure vessel. The method uses silicone molds to cast metals with a low melting point, such as bismuth alloys. More

PrintMyRoute: show off your fitness levels with 3D printed models of your cycling & running routes

Aug.10, 2017 - 3D printing startup PrintMyRoute is encouraging cyclists, runners, and other athletes to turn their favorite routes into 3D printed models. The models can visualize elevation and other aspects of the route. More

ARMI researchers 3D bioprinting 'tumeroids' to advance cancer cell treatment

Aug.10, 2017 - Researchers working for the Advanced Regenerative Manufacturing Institute (ARMI) at the University of Florida have been busy with a number of different bioprinting projects, including 3D printing human cancer cells into micro-tissues in order to advance cancer treatment research. More

Pre-historic Joint Mitnor cave in England reopens with 3D printed replica fossils

Aug.10, 2017 - After a serious theft just over two years ago, a pre-historic cave located in the south of England had to be closed to visitors. 3D scanning and printing technology has now been used to replace the missing fossils, some of which belonged to animals that are now extinct, and the cave is due to reopen again. More

Ortho Baltic adopts Nikon Metrology scanning tech to qualify 3D printed medical implants

Aug.9, 2017 - Ortho Baltic, a Lithuanian manufacturer of bespoke 3D printed medical implants, recently made the decision to adopt a CT inspection system to improve the quality of its products. To do so, Ortho Baltic reached out to Nikon Metrology, an expert in measurement, inspection, and quality assurance. More

From buzz to baritone: WASP 3D prints opera scenography for Rome production of 'Fra Diavolo'

Aug.9, 2017 - WASP, the Italian 3D printing specialist behind the DeltaWASP line of 3D printers, has collaborated with Rome's Opera Theater to make 3D printed set design pieces for Fra Diavolo, an opera by Daniel Auber. The production will open on October 8, 2017. More

Japanese design firm id.arts 3D prints ultra-realistic mini kitchen model using FDM, SLA, SLS, more

Aug.9, 2017 - Japanese design and product development company id.arts (formerly idarts, Inc.) has unveiled its latest 3D printing endeavour: an ultra detailed and realistic miniature kitchen model. More

Naomi ‘SexyCyborg’ Wu braves the sun and water in her 3D printed bikini, will it stay on??

Aug.9, 2017 - 23-year-old maker and internet sensation Naomi Wu a.k.a. 'SexyCyborg' is making waves with her newest DIY project: a 3D printed bikini top. But don't let the simply titled YouTube video fool you: there's a lot more going on with this young Shenzen-based maker than meets the eye. More

Duke researchers detect diseases in 15 minutes with D4 assay & 3D printed smartphone device

Aug.8, 2017 - Biomedical engineers at North Carolina's Duke University have used 3D printing to create a diagnostic tool that can detect signs of disease from a single drop of blood. The 'D4 assay' consists of an inket-printed array of antibodies and a 3D printed smartphone attachment. More

What went wrong on the maiden launch of Rocket Lab's 3D printed rocket?

Aug.8, 2017 - On May 25, 2017, New Zealand aerospace company Rocket Lab launched its first 3D printed, battery-powered rocket into space, an event which gained much media attention across the globe. Now, however, details of the mission have come to light showing that something went wrong with the launch. More

Xian Chizi Digital Technology uses 3D printing to replicate Ancient Chinese art

Aug.8, 2017 - Xian Chizi Digital Technology is a 3D printing company in China that is taking the market by storm with its impressive artworks. The team has an artistic as well as a digital background, and it collaborates with sculptors to optimize traditional artistic practices, creating replicas and protoypes for original clay-molded objects. More

FAMU gets $4.9M CREST grant to support 3D printing and materials research

Aug.7, 2017 - Florida A&M University has received a $4.9M grant from the National Science Foundation. The prestigious grant will go towards supporting research in the fields of additive manufacturing, materials development, and micrometer-scale manufacturing. More

1D printing: ITU, MIT and Columbia develop 1D robots that can be printed to fit in any crevice

Aug.7, 2017 - A team of researchers has developed a new, incredibly simple way to produce robotics. Their '1D printer' is able to grip and bend aluminium wire into shapes and, with an embedded motor, this wire can carry out particular tasks. Once used, the robot can even be recycled by simply straightening out the wire. More

6-year-old boy gets 3D printed sternum implant to treat rare congenital heart condition

Aug.7, 2017 - A team of doctors from the Shanghai Children's Medical Center in China have successfully implanted a 3D printed sternum shell into a six-year-old boy with a rare congenital problem. The medical center is affiliated with the School of Medicine at the Shanghai Jiao Tong University. More

This flexible, expandable 3D printed dress adapts to your body's movement

Aug.6, 2017 - Houston designer Maria Alejandra Mora-Sanchez is paving the way for 3D printed textiles with a new fashion garment in partnership with Cosine Additive. Her expandable 3D printed dress Loom is making waves across the textile and additive manufacturing industries, recently securing her the coveted James Dyson Award and Red Dot Award. More

Levi's experimenting with 3D printed denim

Aug.6, 2017 - Levi's denim company is sharply redefining its 'tried and true' branding, with a new turn towards 3D printing technology. So far, Levi's has been focused primarily on experimenting with digital renderings, and exploring what a 3D printed denim jacket would actually look like. It's only a 'shell' of the real thing for now, but one that holds promise. More

This 3D printed dancing spring robot can really groove

Aug.5, 2017 - Maker Vladimir Mariano of Desktop Makes has combined 3D printing, robots, lights, and dancing in his latest project called 'Dancings Springs.' The best part? You can recreate the dancing robot yourself. More

Naval Research Lab wants to make CICADA microdrones easier to assemble with 3D printed fuselage

Aug.5, 2017 - The latest prototype of the CICADA, a miniature drone used by the U.S navy, was demonstrated recently. The fuselage for the tiny aircraft is 3D printed, which allows it to be produced very cheaply and in large quantities, and minimizes the amount of assembly required. More

Rural Tanzanians turning to 3D printed solar technology for energy solutions

Aug.4, 2017 - Created in 2014, Simusolar develops and implements localized, sustainable solutions for delivering solar energy to rural Tanzanians. Now, Simusolar is excited to announce that they've officially entered 3D printing territory, with the start of a new partnership with French additive manufacturing company Sculpteo. More

Researchers 3D print microfluidic blood-vessel model to investigate causes of arterial blood clots

Aug.4, 2017 - A team of researchers in the Netherlands and Belgium have shed some light on how blood clots form, with the help of 3D printing technology. Their 3D printed microfluidic devices model the geometry of arteries as well as the flow of blood through them. More

3D printed models of cardiac conduction system could help doctors tackle troublesome heart rhythms

Aug.4, 2017 - Scientists from a number of British and Danish universities have developed a new way to visualize the cardiac conduction system, the process that makes our hearts beat, in 3D. The study, which enables the 3D printing of heart models, could aid research into heart conditions. More

Artist Kristin Stransky has 3D printed dress, other works stolen from Colorado art exhibition

Aug.4, 2017 - Kristin Stransky, a Denver-based digital artist, has reported stolen a number of her 3D printed artworks, including an elaborate 3D printed dress. The pieces, which made up much of the artist's portfolio, were taken from an exhibition held at Colorado State University's Electronic Art Gallery. More

Eyeagnosis: 16-year-old uses 3D printing, AI to create diabetic retinopathy diagnosis device

Aug.4, 2017 - 16-year-old student Kavya Kopparapu has designed a 3D printed eye diagnosis device. 'Eyeagnosis' uses a camera to detect symptoms of diabetic retinopathy, a condition that affects one third of diabetes sufferers worldwide. More

UChicago physicists achieve breakthrough in vortex dynamics with 3D printing and red Sharpie

Aug.4, 2017 - Physicists from UChicago recently achieved a breakthrough in the field of experimental vortex dynamics. Using 3D printed hydrofoils to create thin-core vortices, and with the help of a red Sharpie marker, the team was able to capture measurements of total helicity for the first time. More

Gartner's 2017 3D printing Hype Cycle

Aug.4, 2017 - Gartner's annual Hype Cycle publication identifies the key trends in various technological fields, and how far advanced they are. 2017's 3D printing hype cycle classifies surgical implants and 3D printing in retail both as being at the peak level of potential, amongst others. More

Dr. Laurent Lantieri: 3D printing is revolutionizing facial plastic and reconstructive surgery

Aug.4, 2017 - A French plastic surgeon has been making use of 3D printing technology to completely transform the way his practice operates. He uses Materialise and Concept Laser's systems, which allows him to make specialized facial implants for patients who have undergone serious trauma. More

Match.com puts 3D printed bachelors on display at 'Model Males' London pop-up shop

Aug.3, 2017 - Match.com, the online dating service, has launched a new ad campaign in London that is seeking to show women the eligible guys on its platform seeking love. The campaign consists of a pop-up shop that will feature miniature 3D printed figurines of seven eligible Match bachelors. More

San Diego researchers cut operation times by 25% with 3D printed hip models

Aug.3, 2017 - Bioengineers from the University of California San Diego and physicians from Rady Children's Hospital are using 3D printed models to improve surgeries for slipped capital femoral epiphysis, the most common hip disorder found in children ages 9 to 16. Use of models cut surgery time by about 25%. More

UK researchers 3D print open source microscope prototype for only £30

Aug.3, 2017 - Just days ago we wrote about an open source 3D printed microscope that could be made for as little as '100. Now, another project, undertaken by researchers from the University of Bath, has even higher aspirations than that as it has made a prototype of a 3D printed microscope for only £30. More

Autodesk Pier 9 teams with Convivial Studio to 3D print gravity-defying skateboard tricks

Aug.3, 2017 - Autodesk's Pier 9 workshop has teamed up with London-based experimental design studio Convivial Studio to create a series of 3D printed skateboard sculptures. The Pier 9-Convivial collaboration is an innovative exploration of movement and technology: the two teams worked together to gather movement generated by skateboard tricks in real time. More

Mercedes-Benz produces its first-ever fully 3D printed metal replacement part

Aug.2, 2017 - A major milestone has been achieved by Mercedes-Benz, with its first ever metal spare part being produced using 3D printing technology. The company's Customer Services and Parts division can now provide a 3D printed replacement thermostat cover for owners of its trucks. More

Designer Jenny Wu unveils fully 3D printed steel 'Catena' necklace

Aug.2, 2017 - 3D printed jewelry designer Jenny Wu has made a breakthrough in the field of 3D printed accessories with one of the first fully 3D printed interlocking steel necklaces. The necklace, called Catena, was 3D printed from steel in collaboration with ExOne. More

Real-life Iron Man: UK tech startup Gravity Industries to 3D print jet engine flying suit

Aug.2, 2017 - If you thought Tony Stark was badass, just wait till you get a load of this real-life Iron Man. Richard Browning, the founder of UK-based tech startup Gravity Industries, has developed a 3D printed jet-engine suit which he can actually fly. More

Polish design studio UAU wants to solve everyday crisis with 3D printing

Aug.2, 2017 - A collective of makers from the Warsaw multidisciplinary design studio UAU has been making waves in the Polish design scene with a recent exhibition at the renowned Gdynia Design Days 2017. Titled RE:MAIN, UAU's newest initiative is a set of 3D printed objects for daily use and problem solving. More

3D scanning and printing play critical role in development of Arrinera Hussarya supercar

Aug.1, 2017 - Poland's first supercar, Arrinera Hussarya, has been a symbol of a rejuvenated and reborn automotive industry within Poland. As we've already seen, the supercar's development has been a rigorous process, largely enabled by the adoption of new manufacturing technologies such as 3D scanning and 3D printing. More

Sinterit teams up with Polish designer to 3D print exoskeleton arm for kids with SMA

Aug.1, 2017 - Polish 3D printing company Sinterit recently teamed up with 3D designer Bartlomiej Gaczorek to develop and 3D print an exoskeleton arm device for children suffering from Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare genetic neuromuscular condition. More

Three-storey 3D printed model of Dubai's 'The Tower' skyscraper erected in Dubai Mall

Aug.1, 2017 - A 3D printed replica of The Tower at Dubai Creek Harbour has been unveiled at Dubai Mall. The 3,000 kg model took more than 4,000 hours to make, and depicts Dubai's under-construction observation tower that is set to stand at a monstrous 928 m tall. More

Meet Surena Mini, Iran's new 3D printed humanoid robot that can dance and do karate

Aug.1, 2017 - A team of roboticists from the University of Tehran have released the Surena Mini, a smaller, more basic version of their impressive Surena III robot. The easy-to-control Surena Mini is only 50 centimeters tall but is capable of walking, dancing and all kinds of other impressive actions. More

3D printed safe-cracking robot steals show at DEF CON, taking just 30 mins to crack SentrySafe

Jul.31, 2017 - An open source 3D printed robot created by Nathan Seidle, founder of Colorado-based hardware company SparkFun, has wowed DEF CON attendees by cracking a SentrySafe safe in just half an hour. More

Disney Research animates 3D printed models with cable-driven mechanisms

Jul.31, 2017 - Disney Research has developed a technique for creating cable-driven mechanisms that could be used to animate 3D printed models of popular Disney characters. The mechanisms can also be used to make simple mechanical systems such as a gripper or robotic hand. More

The 'Better Call Saul' special effects team is using 3D printing to make incredible props

Jul.31, 2017 - Thanks to some inside info from 'Better Call Saul' special effects technicians Joseph Ulibarri and Jason Delap, we know exactly how 3D printing has played a part on the recent season of AMC's hit 'Breaking Bad' spinoff. More

Lizard-like telescoping 3D printed robots developed to help in search & rescue missions

Jul.31, 2017 - Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have used 3D printing to create telescopic structures that can bend and twist. Their new technique was used to create collapsible robots shaped like lizards and octopuses. More

FlyPi: an open source 3D printed microscope that can be made for €100

Jul.30, 2017 - Thanks to a study done by researchers at the University of Tubingen in Germany and the University of Sussex in the U.K., we now know there's a way to make low-cost, DIY lab equipment using 3D printing and micro-computers. More

Microsoft and Shawn Hunt team up to create Transformation Mask, a 3D printed robotic HoloLens art piece

Jul.30, 2017 - Vancouver artist Shawn Hunt has collaborated with Microsoft develop an experiential sculpture at the crossroads of 3D printing, robotics, and holographs. 'Transformation Mask' functions both as an artistic expression of Hunt's identity, and an exciting new showcase of what's possible with Microsoft's wearable augmented reality device, the Hololens. More

IT'SUGAR 3D printed Trump gummies will Make America Sweet Again

Jul.29, 2017 - Popular candy retailer IT'SUGAR has released a line of Trump-based sweets,incredibly lifelike replicas of his iconic face in jelly form. They're orange in colour, much like the 45th President himself, and the company warns that they might 'leave a bad taste in the mouth.' More

3D printing brings 1940s Curta calculator back to life

Jul.28, 2017 - Maker Marcus Wu has built a 3D printed Curta calculator, a mechanical calculator that can make calculations with the turn of a handle. The device was originally developed by concentration camp survivor Curt Herzstark in the 1940s. More

Tech company HeyGears to open $148M 3D printing R&D facility in China

Jul.28, 2017 - Chinese tech company HeyGears will reportedly be spending one billion RMB (~$148M) to establish a new 3D printing research facility. The new 3D printing center, ultimately aimed at advancing China's national 3D printing industry, will be located in Foshan, a city in China's Guangdong province. More

Buy your own 3D printed garment online: Danit Peleg releases first custom 3D printed jacket

Jul.28, 2017 - A 3D printed jacket is currently available, made-to-order, on the website of pioneering fashion designer Danit Peleg. The jacket was produced with a special rubber-like filament made by Spanish company Filaflex, and only 100 garments will be produced. More

Cell3Ditor uses ceramics 3D printing to improve production of energy efficient solid oxide fuel cells

Jul.28, 2017 - A new project, Cell3Ditor, led by the Catalan Energy Research Institute is using 3D printing technology to produce energy-efficient fuel cells. The use of a multi-material 3D printer makes the whole process much faster and more cost effective, as well as producing an improved final product. More

China's first 3D Printing Cultural Museum opens in Baoshan, Shanghai

Jul.28, 2017 - China's first ever 3D Printing Cultural Museum opened earlier this week in Shanghai. Since opening festivities kicked off in the Wisdom Bay Industrial Park of Baoshan, Shanghai, the impressive cultural institute has already proved itself a force to be reckoned with. More

US Army's new 'R-FAB' system allows soldiers to 3D print stopgap solutions in the field

Jul.27, 2017 - Engineers at the U.S. Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center (ARDEC) have developed a 3D printing kit known as 'R-FAB' for making specialty tools, spare parts, and other components that would function as stopgaps solutions to part breakages. More

Disney Research develops new method for designing and 3D printing flexible, compliant mechanisms

Jul.27, 2017 - At the upcoming SIGGRAPH 2017 computer graphics and interactive techniques conference in Los Angeles, Disney researchers will presents their latest achievement: a computational design tool that enables the 3D printing of compliant mechanisms'or flexible, bendable mechanisms. More

An inside look at GE’s new 1,300-horsepower 3D printed ATP aircraft engine

Jul.27, 2017 - GE has provided an inside look at a 3D printed ATP turboprop engine with 13 3D printed components'one third of its total parts. The 1,300 shaft horsepower engine will power Textron Aviation's forthcoming 10-person business aircraft, the Cessna Denali. More

3D printing helped make the adorable Photon learning robot a reality

Jul.26, 2017 - A key part of inspiring kids to get engaged with STEM learning is providing them with fun and hands-on ways to learn the material. 3D printing technologies have played an important role in this, but so have a number of other unique projects, including Photon, an adorable robot from outer space. More

Low-cost 3D printed sensors can detect early signs of forest fires or chemical leaks

Jul.25, 2017 - Researchers from the King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) in Saudi Arabia have demonstrated how 3D printing can be used to manufacture low-cost, disposable sensors that give early warnings for such hazards as forest fires or chemical leaks. More

Columbia researchers' AirCode system uses 3D printed air pockets for physical object tagging

Jul.25, 2017 - Columbia University researchers have developed 'AirCode,' a new way of embedding information within a 3D printed part. Patterned air pockets, which could form QR codes and such like, are printed under the surface of an object, and are readable using computational imaging methods. More

Insole maker Superfeet treads new ground with custom 3D printed ME3D insoles

Jul.25, 2017 - Insole manufacturer Superfeet is entering the custom 3D printing insole market with its new ME3D products. The printed insoles are personalized and manufactured using HP Inc.'s 3D scanning and Jet Fusion 3D printing technology. More

3D printing vegetables could lead to healthier children, new study suggests

Jul.25, 2017 - A team of researchers have experimented with 3D printing vegetables in order to make it more enticing to children. A mixture of nutritious but otherwise unappealing foods were mixed together in a 3D printer and printed into fun shapes. The use of 3D printing in food could lead to a generation of people having a much better relationship with what they eat. More

Life size 3D printed Corto Maltese statue to celebrate 50th anniversary of the Italian comics series

Jul.24, 2017 - Metropole, an event management and 3D printing company based in Paris, has 3D printed a life-size replica of Corto Maltese, the titular character of Hugo Pratt's Italian adventure comic Corto Maltese. The 3D printed sea captain was made to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the comic. More

Argentinian woman can talk, eat and breathe normally again thanks to 3D printed trachea implant

Jul.24, 2017 - An Argentinian woman has been given a new lease on life thanks to a 3D printed trachea implant. The woman, who could not speak or eat comfortably due to complications from peritonitis, says that she is now able to do these normal everyday activities with ease again. More

Tomsk-TPU-120: Russia's first 3D printed satellite to be deployed from ISS next month

Jul.24, 2017 - Russian astronauts aboard the International Space Station (ISS) are preparing to launch Russia's first 3D printed satellite into space. The Tomsk-TPU-120 satellite was sent to the ISS in March 2016, and will be deployed on August 17, 2017. More

Facebook's Building 8 files patent for a mysterious 3D printed modular smartphone

Jul.24, 2017 - Building 8, an innovative research lab operating under Facebook, recently published a patent application it filed for a 'modular electromechanical device.' In other words, a modular, multipurpose smartphone. The best part? It could feature a 3D printed chassis. More

How a fly trapped inside a 3D printer became the first 21st century fossil

Jul.23, 2017 - 3D printing has been called the way of the future, and the dawn of a new era in manufacturing ' but what about a time capsule of the present? Thanks to an unlikely incident with a common house fly, the Internet is now exploding with conjectures about the possibilities of 3D printing as a 21st century fossilization technique. More

London's massive new Elizabeth line (Crossrail) the first commercial building project to use 3D printing

Jul.23, 2017 - Already several years in the works, London's massive new Crossrail project (to be renamed the Elizabeth line) is the first full underground line to be constructed in over three decades, and Europe's largest construction project. Cross is also the first commercial building project to use 3D printing. More

3D printed gun files are selling for $12 on dark web, new report reveals

Jul.22, 2017 - A recent study of various secret marketplaces on the so-called 'dark web' suggests that 3D printing guns is growing in popularity. The instructions or CAD files for a 3D printed gun were the second most popular firearms purchase on the dark web, after firearms themselves. More

3D printed submarine built with ORNL's BAAM 3D printer suggests additive future for Navy

Jul.21, 2017 - Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has partnered with the Navy's Disruptive Technology Lab to develop the military's first 3D printed submarine hull. The 30-foot carbon fiber demonstrator was 3D printed on ORNL's Big Area Additive Manufacturing (BAAM) 3D printer over the course of a few days. More

This 3D printed open source robot can crack a safe in as little as 15 minutes

Jul.21, 2017 - Nathan Seidle, the founder of Colorado-based open source hardware supplier SparkFun, has demonstrated how a 3D printed robot he built and programmed was able to crack a safe in just 15 minutes. The DIY safe-cracking robot only cost about $200 to make. More

Singapore launches $13M 3D printing center with focus on medical research

Jul.21, 2017 - A new 3D printing center with a focus on healthcare research was inaugurated in Singapore this morning. Called the National University of Singapore Centre for Additive Manufacturing (AM.NUS), the new facility is being funded by NUS, NAMIC, and the EDB. More

3D printed Skeletor microphone by Olaf Diegel borrows Ozzy Osbourne aesthetic

Jul.21, 2017 - Olaf Diegel is the brains behind Olaf Diegal Designs (ODD), a pet project that's grown into a full-blown design venture for the Lund University professor. Among the most eye-catching items is the Skeletor 3D printed Microphone, a sneering, skull-shaped piece that's possibly the ultimate microphone for Ozzy Osbourne, Diegel reckons. More

Renishaw uses 3D printing & conformal cooling to blast away Karcher's pressure washer bottleneck

Jul.21, 2017 - 3D printed cooling cores made by British engineering firm Renishaw have helped jet washer manufacturer K'rcher cut the cooling time of its molding process by 55 percent. K'rcher can now produce more pressure washer casings in a shorter space of time. More

DIY 3D printed toys are taking $60 million a year from major manufacturers, according to recent study

Jul.20, 2017 - A study carried out by Michigan Tech and MyMiniFactory suggests that consumers are 3D printing their own toys at home and costing the industry millions of dollars a year. The availability of online designs and cheap 3D printers means that major companies will need to adapt fast to stay competitive in the toy industry. More

Solar cells could soon be 3D printed for a fraction of the price, says AFRL team

Jul.20, 2017 - Researchers at the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) are taking a 3D printing-inspired approach in making solar cells more cost efficient, according to a new study published in the scientific journal Advanced Energy Materials. Along the way, they've found a wealth of untapped application potential, says lead author Dr. Santanu Bag. More

Microwave welding could make inter-layer bonds in 3D printed parts stronger, say Texas A&M researchers

Jul.20, 2017 - Researchers at Texas A&M University say they have discovered a way to make 3D printed parts stronger and more useful for real-world applications. The method involves bonding layers of a 3D printed part in a microwave using carbon nanotube-polymer composites. More

Mars colonies could benefit from bacteria that turn CO2 into 3D printable biopolymers

Jul.20, 2017 - An ongoing synthetic biology project at Harvard Medical School is using bacteria to transform carbon dioxide (CO2) into more useful compounds, such as plastic. The process could one day be used to create building materials on Mars, which could in turn be 3D printed into structures. More

3D printing and generative design get Team ROK's lifesaving X VEIN drone up in the air

Jul.20, 2017 - Japanese duo Yuki Ogasawara and Ryo Kumeda, aka team ROK, have used generative design and 3D printing to build X VEIN, a drone made for disaster conditions and search-and-rescue missions. The drone has a lattice structure that resembles dragonfly wings. More

Italian eyewear brand Safilo introduces ultra-modern, 3D printed OXYDO sunglasses collection

Jul.20, 2017 - Italian eyewear giant Safilo Group has taken a leap into the future of eyewear-making with its new OXYDO SS 2017 sunglasses collection. Manufactured in partnership with 3D printing company Materialise, the collection features a number of avant-garde 3D printed frames. More

3D printed 'earable' sensor can measure and track your body's core temperature

Jul.19, 2017 - Researchers from the University of California, Berkeley have created a 3D printed device that is worn on the ear and which can measure the user's core body temperature with infrared sensors. The small 'earable' gadget can provide real-time detection of core body temperature changes. More

UBC researchers say 3D printed water testing sensor can reduce risk of unsafe drinking water

Jul.19, 2017 - A research team from the University of British Columbia's Okanagan campus has developed a 3D printed quality sensor device that is capable of monitoring drinking water. The small device, which gives feedback in real time, was designed to reduce the risk of waterborne illnesses. More

Bridge over river Shanghai: Tongji University unveils China's 1st 3D printed pedestrian bridges

Jul.19, 2017 - The School of Architecture and Urban Planning at Shanghai's Tongji University has unveiled China's first 3D printed pedestrian bridges. The two bridges are made of plastic, and measure four meters and 11 meters, respectively. More

L.A. startup introduces Mira Prism, a $99 augmented reality headset

Jul.19, 2017 - Los Angeles startup Mira has launched a pair of easy-to-use and affordable augmented reality glasses. Dubbed Mira Prism, the AR glasses are now available for pre-order for the low cost of $99. More

Light-driven bacteria propel 3D printed micromotors in Sapienza University study

Jul.18, 2017 - Physicists from the Sapienza University of Rome have used free-swimming, light-driven E. coli bacteria to propel tiny 3D printed micromotors in a process that resembles how running water rotates a watermill. More

Australia's Griffith University invests millions in 3D printing with Advanced Design and Manufacturing Institute

Jul.18, 2017 - Australia's Griffith University is planning to build a multimillion-dollar Advanced Design and Manufacturing Institute (AdAM). The facility will be used to for several 3D printing purposes, and could be built as early as 2019. More

Kitten with mobility problems gets 3D printed wheelchair made by 8th grade students

Jul.18, 2017 - A group of dedicated eighth-grade students from New Hampshire has 3D printed a wheelchair for a kitten with mobility problems. The 6-month-old cat, a Maine coon named Ray, was born with eyes too small to see and a spinal condition that makes it impossible for him to move his hind legs. More

Singapore researchers create 3D printed flower that blooms when exposed to light

Jul.18, 2017 - A team of researchers from the Nanyang Technological University in Singapore has created a 3D printed flower that actually blooms when it is exposed to light. The 3D printed structure integrates a shape memory composite and photoresponsive substances which enable this reaction. More

DUS Architects teams with De Meeuw to develop recyclable 3D printed building façade

Jul.18, 2017 - Tackling the problem of difficult-to-refurbish building façade, Dutch construction company De Meeuw has teamed up with DUS Architects to develop a 3D printed fa'ade that is 100% sustainable and entirely recyclable. Grinding the fa'ade (itself made of recycled plastic like shampoo bottles) to plastic pellets makes way for a new fa'ade to be 3D printed. More

First-time maker 3D prints working replica of Aperture Science sentry turret from Portal games

Jul.18, 2017 - A hobbyist has posted an Instructables page describing his first 3D printing/ Arduino project. He decided to produce a functional replica of the Aperture Science Sentry Turrets, from Valve's Portal game franchise. Just like in the game, it has moving arms and a proximity sensor. More

Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency releases first images taken by 3D printed 'Int-Ball' robot camera on ISS

Jul.17, 2017 - The ISS is now home to an adorable 3D printed camera robot. Called the JEM Internal Ball Camera (or Int-Ball), the bot was developed and sent to the ISS by the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency. Excitingly, JAXA has just released its camera-bot's first images and videos from the ISS. More

Pinarello's 3D printed bicycle cockpits propel Froome & Thomas in Tour de France time trials

Jul.17, 2017 - Italian bicycle company Pinarello has used 3D printed cockpits on some of its latest bikes. The titanium 3D printed components were used by riders Chris Froome and Geraint Thomas during the opening stage of this year's Tour de France in Dusseldorf, Germany. More

High-schoolers set Guinness record for biggest 3D printed sculpture display with 35 sq m model of Hong Kong harbor

Jul.17, 2017 - A team of students from Hong Kong has broken the world record for the biggest 3D printed sculpture display. The sculpture, which depicts Hong Kong's harborside in miniature, comprises 1,214 3D printed parts, and spans an impressive 35 square meters. More

New CSIRO project explores 3D printing food with customized nutrition

Jul.17, 2017 - A CSIRO food structure team led by Dr. Amy Logan has just launched a three-year study into the personalized fabrication of smart food systems. Smart food is here defined as food that is 3D printed and which contains nutritional contents customized to the eater. More

Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site will let you 3D print artifacts for free

Jul.17, 2017 - A museum in Indianapolis is changing the digitization game: the Benjamin Harrison Presidential Site, home of the 23rd U.S. president, is now allowing visitors to 3D print replicas of its artifacts for free. The unique service is part of the museum's New Century eCollection project, which will oversee the digitization of the Site's 10,000-piece collection. More

4 coolest 3D printing projects this week: 3D printed espresso cup, Iron Man suit, handheld PC, V for Vendetta masks

Jul.16, 2017 - We all know 3D printing is cool, so why not take a little time to appreciate some of the more fun projects that have been going on in this past week. Here are some of the coolest things we've seen, including a stylish 3D printed espresso cup and a 3D printed Iron Man suit. More

Naval architect says 3D printing entire superyachts will be a reality by 2030

Jul.14, 2017 - A leading naval architect recently gave some predictions for the future of 3D printing in the yacht manufacturing industry. The technology stands to hugely improve efficiency in the manufacturing process, an industrial-grade printer should be ready by the end of this year, and 3D printing entire yachts will be possible by 2030 More

3D printed water treatment system can produce 35 liters of clean water per day

Jul.14, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Bath are developing a 3D printed household water treatment (HWT) system to produce safe drinking water. The $6.50 PLA device could produce up to 35 liters of clean drinking water a day. More

Linglong Tire successfully tests China's first 3D printed TPU tire

Jul.14, 2017 - Shandong Linglong Tire, a China-based manufacturer of automotive tires, has teamed up with the Beijing University of Chemical Technology to develop 3D printed tires made from thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) rather than rubber. More

XRobots' James Bruton rides electric skateboard made from giant 3D printed LEGO pieces

Jul.14, 2017 - James Bruton of XRobots never ceases to impress with his 3D printing projects, which include one of the most realistic 3D printed BB-8 Droids we've come across. His latest venture, an electric skateboard made from giant 3D printed Lego bricks, has us pretty darn excited as well. More

Self-healing 3D printing gel means your broken phone screen could soon fix itself

Jul.13, 2017 - A team of researchers in Melbourne have created a new 3D printable material that will allow objects to fix themselves. The self-healing gel can dynamically reform its chemical bonds, allowing it to change shape, structure, and color over time. More

3D printing helps ETH Zurich scientists create beating silicone heart

Jul.13, 2017 - Functional Materials Laboratory researchers at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich (ETH Zurich) have used 3D printing to create a silicone heart that beats almost like the real thing. The artificial heart can last for around 3,000 beats, or 30 to 45 minutes. More

Surfer Fabio Secci gets custom 3D printed leg prosthesis from Porzio, WASP

Jul.13, 2017 - Using a DeltaWASP 4070 3D printer, Italian orthopedic company Porzio has created a 3D printed leg prosthesis for championship surfer Fabio Secci. The multidisciplinary athlete recently completed a triathlon using the 3D printed prosthesis. More

3D printed brain model helps surgeons save 60-year-old woman with cerebral aneurysm

Jul.13, 2017 - A 60-year-old woman has been treated for a life threatening cerebral aneurysm thanks in large part to a 3D printed model of her brain. The patient-specific 3D printed model enabled a team of surgeons from the Rashid Hospital in Dubai to carefully map out and plan the complex surgical operation. More

UK hospital appoints first 'biomedical 3D technician' to improve medical 3D printing

Jul.13, 2017 - A hospital in the Welsh city of Swansea has created a position for a 'biomedical 3D technician.' The role at Morriston Hospital involves designing and 3D printing surgical models, implants, and cutting guides, and is the first job of its kind within the British National Health Service (NHS). More

Burger King's latest promo raises money for Argentine 3D printed prosthetics maker Atomic Lab

Jul.13, 2017 - Global food chain Burger King recently teamed up with ad agency David to step outside of its fast food comfort zone. Through its recent Stacker Day 'All Hands on Flavor' campaign, Burger King teamed with free prosthetics organization Atomic Lab to give 3D printed mechanical hands to people across Argentina. More

New Empa 3D printed sensor device lets you control drones with the wave of a hand

Jul.13, 2017 - Researchers at the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology (Empa) have developed a device that lets you control drones with simple hand gestures. The innovation works through 3D printing and original sensor technology: a wave to the left, the drove moves to the left; a wave to the right, the drone moves to the right. More

GH Induction uses EBM 3D printing to make 99.99% pure copper induction coils

Jul.12, 2017 - GH Induction, a global induction heating company, is using additive manufacturing to create 3D printed copper coils for its induction systems. The so-called '3DPCoils' are made using an Electron Beam Melting (EBM) 3D printer. More

Lyon-based design studio Notaroberto-Boldrini unveils 3D printed Watch.step timepieces

Jul.12, 2017 - Notaroberto-Boldrini, a design studio based in Lyon, France, is bringing some color back into timekeeping with its new line of 3D printed watches. The collection, called Watch.step, features a number of wonderfully colorful watches made using a combination of 3D printing and crafting techniques. More

Could 3D printed aluminum wheels put Russian industries back on track?

Jul.12, 2017 - Denis Manturov, Russia's Minister of Industry and Trade, says the Russian government will support the production of 3D printed aluminum wheels for the automotive industry. The move could boost the national aluminum industry. More

DNA-based 3D printed portraits of Chelsea Manning to be displayed at NYC gallery

Jul.12, 2017 - The Fridman Gallery in NYC will soon be hosting 'A Becoming Resemblance,' an exhibit that consists of roughly thirty 3D printed portraits of Chelsea Manning, the transgender U.S. Army soldier who was imprisoned for leaking classified data in 2013. More

NASA gives $100K to WVU researchers to develop 3D printed titanium dioxide foams for ISS

Jul.11, 2017 - Researchers at West Virginia University (WVU) have received a $100,000 grant from NASA to develop 3D printed foams for the International Space Station (ISS). The foams could be used in solar cells and batteries, as well as for radiation shielding. More

Dutch hospital reduces sternal fixation surgery time using 3D printed models

Jul.11, 2017 - The St. Antonius Hospital in Utrecht has found a way to improve cardiac surgery using 3D printed models. By 3D printing a model of a patient's breastbone, surgeons were able to more precisely secure the sternum after surgery with metal plates, all while reducing operation times. More

Battle of the titanium osseointegrated implants: EBM takes on DMLS in North Carolina 3D printing study

Jul.11, 2017 - Researchers at the University of North Carolina and North Carolina State University have conducted a study to evaluate two 3D printing methods, electron beam melting (EBM) and direct metal laser sintering (DMLS), for manufacturing titanium osseointegrated implants. More

Houston researchers grow functioning capillaries, move one step closer to 3D bioprinting organs

Jul.11, 2017 - A joint research team from Houston's Rice University and Baylor College of Medicine says it is one step closer to creating implantable tissues with functioning capillaries, a crucial step in the direction of 3D printing transplantable tissues and organs. More

Hanover engineers make 3D printed bone drill with internal cooling system

Jul.11, 2017 - Researchers at the Institute of Production Engineering and Machine Tools (IFW) at Germany's Leibniz University of Hannover have created a metal 3D printed bone drill that can cut bone without causing thermal-induced osteonecrosis. More

Ikea announces its first ever 3D printed object collection: OMEDELBAR Line by Bea Åkerlund

Jul.11, 2017 - Ikea has just announced the launch of its first ever 3D printed collection, 'OMEDELBAR', with plans to hit stores sometime next year. Consisting mainly of decorative pieces so far, the first 3D printed object in the collection is a mesh-inspired stylized hand that can be hung on the wall or used as a decorative hanger for jewellery. More

New apartment building in Denmark to make use of 3D printed concrete elements

Jul.11, 2017 - There are plans to use 3D printing techniques in the construction of a new apartment building in Nyborg, Denmark. The project is a collaboration between the Nyborg municipality, a Danish architect, and a Dutch university. Concrete elements for the walls and ceilings will be made exclusively using 3D printing methods. More

Future Marine Corps trucks could fix themselves with 3D printing & smart diagnostics

Jul.10, 2017 - Lt. Gen. Michael Dana, the Marine Corps' deputy commandant for Installations and Logistics (I&L), says the next generation of Marine Corps trucks could use smart diagnostics to identify worn-out parts and automatically place orders for 3D printed replacements. More

NASA announces winners for latest round of 3D Printed Habitat challenge, over $200k prize money awarded

Jul.10, 2017 - The 3D Printed Habitat Challenge started back in 2015, and is being run by NASA to encourage development of 3D printing technologies that could be used for deep space exploration. Winners were just announced for the latest round, which challenged competitors to 3D print a beam for bend testing. More

3D printed rEvolve strap for HTC Vive improves comfort & vision for $95

Jul.10, 2017 - Tech company SynergyWiz has used 3D printing to develop rEvolve, a $95 strap for the HTC Vive VR headset. The 3D printed rEvolve makes the Vive more comfortable, increases its field of view, and allows the wearer to 'flip up' the headset without removing it completely. More

3D printed heart models help UAE surgeons save infant lives

Jul.10, 2017 - 3D printing has helped to save the lives of at least seven infants in the UAE. According to a local news source, the technology has been used by UAE doctors to prepare for congenital heart disease surgery on newborns. More

Hydro Dipping- an easy method to add graphics and patterns to your 3D printed object

Jul.10, 2017 - Adafruit has published a guide to Hydro Dipping, one of the easiest and most effective post-processing methods for 3D printed objects. It involves submerging your print in hot water so that a soluble film floating on the surface, with a 2D printed image or pattern, will gradually wrap around your object and dissolve, leaving the ink behind. More

This award-winning 3D printed motorized orrery is totally mind-blowing

Jul.9, 2017 - A maker by the name of WidgetWizard has 3D printed an astoundingly intricate motorized orrery complete with 8 planets and their respective moons. While these apparatuses have been used throughout modern history to illustrate the relative motion, size, and orbit of the planets ' both in relation to each other, and to the sun ' it's exceedingly rare to see one in 3D printed form. More

These colorful 3D printed pollen lamps won't trigger hay fever

Jul.8, 2017 - Students from the Zurich University of the Arts in Switzerland were inspired by pollen particles to create a series of stunning 3D printed lamps. They say their pollen lamps are meant to raise awareness about hay fever. More

5-minute 3D printed bioreactor offers better way to make drugs, booze

Jul.7, 2017 - Alshakim Nelson and fellow chemists at Seattle's University of Washington have developed a 3D printed, yeast-based bioreactor that can keep on fermenting for months at a time. Nelson's team built a 3D printer specifically for the purpose of fabricating such bioreactors. More

Proposed U.S. military budget for 2018 suggests increased use of 3D printing tech

Jul.7, 2017 - The U.S. military budget for 2018, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), has been proposed, and included in its $639.1 billion budget is an increased spending on 3D printing technologies. More

Custom 3D printed insole maker Wiivv launches employee wellness program for workers on their feet

Jul.6, 2017 - Wiivv Wearables Inc., the company behind the hugely successful 3D printed Wiivv insoles and (more recently) sandals, has launched an Employee Wellness program that seeks to improve comfort and conditions for workers who are are on their feet for long hours. More

Fingervision's 3D printed grippers and silicone skin give robots a sense of touch

Jul.6, 2017 - Fingervision, a partially 3D printed robotic sensing system, uses a medley of affordable off-the-shelf parts to create an artificial sense of touch. This touching ability could allow a larger robotic system to perform complex manual tasks such as peeling a banana. More

Hampton Creek plans to offer lab-grown, 3D printed clean meat products by 2018

Jul.6, 2017 - Hampton Creek, a plant-based food startup, recently announced that it will be moving into the lab-grown meat industry, and plans to have its clean meat products on shelves as soon as 2018. According to ABC.es, Hampton Creek is planning on using 3D printing to realize this goal. More

Recyclable 'Dolphin Board of Awesome' shows that sustainable 3D printing can make waves in surfing

Jul.6, 2017 - Billed as the world's first recyclable, compostable, 3D printed surfboard, the Dolphin Board of Awesome is partially made from algae. Its creator, Zachary Ostroff, thinks the surfboard could be a springboard towards more sustainable construction in the sport. More

3D printing helps Tokai University researchers understand flying fish behavior for tandem aircraft design

Jul.6, 2017 - A team of researchers from the Tokai University in Japan are using 3D printing to investigate the physiology of the ribbon halfbeak, a species of fish that can fly above the ocean's surface despite lacking the 'hind wing fins' that other flying fish species possess. More

Service King fixes up bumpers doomed for scrapheap with help of 3D printing

Jul.5, 2017 - Auto repair company Service King has been implementing 3D printing to fix bumpers after collisions. Instead of having to scrap and replace the whole bumper, a replacement tab can be 3D printed. The company has patented an extruder, 3D printing software, and a design for a general replacement tab. More

3D printed Third Thumb gives wearers added carrying, squeezing, guitar-playing abilities

Jul.5, 2017 - Dani Clode, a graduate student at London's Royal College of Art (RCA), has used 3D printing to create a wearable prosthetic thumb. The prosthesis helps wearers grip, squeeze, and even perform complex tasks like playing the guitar. More

Robotel Turkiye provides custom 3D printed hand prosthetics to children in Turkey

Jul.5, 2017 - All around the world, 3D printing is helping to give people, especially children, access to affordable and customizable prosthetic devices. Following that trend is Robotel Turkiye, a 3D printed prosthetics initiative that is helping to change young lives in Turkey. More

3D printing brings Peru's 1,700-year-old Lady of Cao back to life

Jul.5, 2017 - Scientists in Peru have used 3D printing to reconstruct the face of the Lady of Cao, an ancient female leader who died 1,700 years ago. The woman's remains were found at a ruined pyramid near Trujillo in 2006. More

Nick Ervinck, Stratasys 3D print fluid race car trophy for this year's Goodwood hill climb race

Jul.5, 2017 - Every summer in West Sussex, England, the Goodwood Festival of Speed brings together some of the most renowned and historic racing vehicles for a hill climb race. A this year's event it was hardly a surprise that 3D printing took center stage. More

This 3D printed hexapod robot can handle all types of uneven terrain

Jul.5, 2017 - A Norwegian engineer by the name of Kåre Halvorsen (also known by his alias 'Zenta'), is pioneering a 3D printed hexapod robot that can crawl over remarkably uneven ground. Featuring a unique spider-inspired design, the MX-Phoenix relies on 6 legs and a whopping 18 different motors. More

This 3D printed hologram models Microsoft Cortana assistant after iconic Halo character

Jul.5, 2017 - A clever Florida-based developer has gotten inventive with his Microsoft Cortana AI assistant. Jarem Archer, clearly a huge fan of the Halo video game franchise, has built a holographic AI avatar modelled after the Halo character Cortana, the synthetic intelligence character voiced by Jen Taylor. More

Designer creates eye-catching metallic Egyptian figurines using simple 3D printed plastic molds

Jul.4, 2017 - A designer has managed to achieve an impressively metallic look and feel for a set of objects made using FDM 3D printing technology. Her Egyptian figurines were produced using 3D printed molds and a Metal Fluid, made of metallic grit and a binding resin. More

Georgia Tech's 3D printed heart valve models could help cardiologists perform valve replacements

Jul.4, 2017 - Researchers at Georgia Institute of Technology and the Piedmont Heart Institute are using patient-specific 3D printed heart valve models to improve the success rate of transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR) procedures. Their aim is to avoid the problem of paravalvular leakage. More

Singapore's Tag Team uses drones & 3D printed weapons to give laser tag a radical update

Jul.4, 2017 - Singapore-based startup Tag Team Inc. is using using AI, 3D printing, and drones to create what could be the most futuristic version of laser tag ever made. The company's unique laser tag experience includes a drone shooting challenge and an interactive Mixed Reality (MR) game. More

Henry Seegerman 3D prints elaborate sculptures with weird symmetries as a way to visualize the 4th dimension

Jul.4, 2017 - A paper published by Henry Seegerman, a mathematician from Oklahoma State University discusses the quaternion group of symmetries. He uses 3D printed objects to show how this extra-dimensional geometry can be conceptualized in a physical form. More

Metal 3D printing helps engineer create tiny 'iStill' distillery

Jul.3, 2017 - Olaf Diegel, a design engineer and professor of product development at Sweden's Lund University, has designed a miniature metal 3D printed 'still,' a kind of alcohol distilling apparatus. The 'iStill' trinket was designed for Lasertech, a Swedish 3D printing company. More

14-year-old invents SLIDEMAP cancer detection device with help of 3D printing

Jul.3, 2017 - A 14-year-old from Boca Raton in Florida is developing a device that could help improve cancer research and diagnoses. Called SLIDEMAP, the innovative machine combines 3D printing technology and computer programming to make cancer detection simpler than ever for pathologists. More

New Belgian construction project hopes to build fully 3D printed house within 3 years

Jul.3, 2017 - A collaboration between representatives of various different sectors in Belgium has led to a new 3D printing building project. Based at the Kamp C innovation center in Antwerp, the project has over a million euros investment and is hoping for the construction of a fully 3D printed house within 3 years. More

DIY 3D printed RopeBot can climb trees and cut down ropes

Jul.2, 2017 - A hobbyist has used 3D printing and robotics to tackle an everyday problem he was having with trees in his garden. His creation, RopeBot, was able to climb up the ropes that were embedded in his trees and cut them down. The robot was made from scavenged electronics and 3D printed components. More

Royal Caribbean's 3D printed SeaSeeker mask transforms snapchat spectacles into underwater goggles

Jul.1, 2017 - The popular cruise ship line Royal Caribbean has developed a 3D printed diving mask using Snapchat Spectacles. Although the SeaSeeker mask is only in its prototype stage, the concept is already taking off: users will be able to snap their underwater adventures, granting their followers an enviable glimpse of life under the sea. More

German hobbyist wows Elon Musk with his 3D printed replica Space X rockets

Jun.30, 2017 - A German animator has established a workshop 3D printing replica Space X rockets, after he gave 3D printing technology a try for the first time just 9 months ago. The results of his work were so impressive that Space X employees eventually heard about his project and requested their own. More

University of Twente reveals Stormram 4, the smallest MRI-compatible 3D printed biopsy robot to battle breast cancer

Jun.30, 2017 - A robot developed by a team of Dutch researchers has recently won an award for its potential contribution to the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer. 3D printed from plastic, the Stormram 4 robot is capable of functioning in the strong magnetic field of an MRI scanner, and can accurately navigate a needle tip to find and treat a lesion. More

Quebec to establish $2.31M medical 3D printing center

Jun.30, 2017 - The provincial government of Quebec has announced its plans to invest nearly 3 million CAD ($2.31M) for the establishment of a medical 3D printing center. The facility, to be located in Quebec's capital city, Quebec City, will be the first of its kind in the Canadian province. More

Asteroid Day: ESA uses 3D printed models, NASA runs supercomputer impact simulator

Jun.30, 2017 - June 30 is Asteroid Day, an annual global event that aims to raise awareness about asteroids and their potential impact on Earth. To mark the occasion, the European Space Agency (ESA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) have gone 3D. More

ArianeGroup (Airbus Safran Launchers) developing 10x cheaper 3D printed Prometheus engine for ESA

Jun.30, 2017 - Airbus Safran Launchers, which will tomorrow become known as ArianeGroup, has signed a first contract with the European Space Agency (ESA) to develop the Prometheus demonstrator, a partially 3D printed reusable engine demonstrator that runs on liquid oxygen (LOx) and methane. More

ETH Zurich team builds digitally fabricated DFAB House with 3D printing, robots

Jun.30, 2017 - A team from ETH Zurich university in Switzerland is developing what could be the first house in the world to be designed, planned, and built using using mostly digital processes. The project, called DFAB House, will be realized through a combination of 3D printing, robots, and ingenuity. More

Argentina's Atomic Lab provides 3D printed superhero prosthetics to kids in need

Jun.29, 2017 - Atomic Lab, a Buenos Aires-based startup founded by maker Gino Tubaro, has provided hundreds of children in Argentina with low-cost 3D printed prosthetic hands that have enabled them to play sports, draw, and perform a number of other valuable activities. More

University of Pittsburgh awarded $1.275M DoE grant for research into 3D printed nuclear sensors

Jun.29, 2017 - A Department of Energy program has funded a new $1.275 million collaborative research project between the University of Pittsburgh and other institutions. The project hopes to develop advanced 3D printed sensors for nuclear reactors. More

Humanscope's 3D printed Aumi nightlight alerts you of messages, retweets, WiFi connectivity, and more

Jun.29, 2017 - There is now a smart 3D printed nightlight perfect for those among us who have fully embraced the tech takeover of our lives. Called the Aumi Mini, the plug-in device can connect to your network and can alert you whenever you have a new message, when your WiFi is down, and more. More

3D printing, UAVs, and dark web could give terrorists access to WMDs, says UN official

Jun.29, 2017 - In a recent address to the United Nations Security Council, UN High Representative for Disarmament Affairs Izumi Nakamitsu spoke about the potential threats that new technologies, such as 3D printing, UAVs, and the dark web, could have in enabling terrorists to access and obtain weapons of mass destruction. More

3D printing helps Eviation Aircraft develop one of world's first all-electric commuter planes

Jun.29, 2017 - Eviation Aircraft is developing one of the world's first all-electric commuter aircrafts. The Israeli company is developing its innovative plane with the help of 3D printing technologies, specifically Stratasys' 3D printing solutions. More

Digital Smile Design uses 3D printing and scanning to help patients choose their ideal set of teeth

Jun.29, 2017 - A pioneering new dentistry technique known as Digital Smile Design is changing the way cosmetic dental surgery works. Using 3D printing and scanning methods, dentists can give patients a preview of what their new smile will look like, improving communication and allowing them to make any necessary modifications. More

3D printed ball-milling jars help Leuven researchers improve mechanochemistry experiments

Jun.28, 2017 - Researchers from the Institute of Condensed Matter and Nanosciences at Belgium's Université catholique de Louvain have created a number of 3D printed jars for ball-milling experiments. The low-cost jars are optimized for reduced background/absorption and higher angular resolution. More

The curve of 3D printing: Austrian researchers pioneering self-actuating objects

Jun.28, 2017 - A group of Austrian computer scientists associated with of the Institute of Science and Technology Austria (IST) are pioneering the development of self-actuating free-form objects known as CurveUps: flat 2D templates that, upon release, transform themselves into a 3D version solely through material forces. More

Jay Leno takes Divergent Microfactories' 3D printed Blade supercar for a spin

Jun.27, 2017 - Television star Jay Leno has driven Divergent Microfactories' 3D printed Blade supercar in an episode of Jay Leno's Garage. The 1,400 lb car can purportedly go from 0-60 mph in just 2.5 seconds. More

KLIO Design 3D prints an incredibly lightweight 'Smart Mobility' car design

Jun.27, 2017 - At the recent Smart Mobility conference and exhibition in Seoul, KLIO Design demonstrated a new project. The team has 3D printed an incredibly lightweight car design, with huge scope for customization. This could be a huge step forward for 3D printing in the automotive industry. More

Operation to save dog’s leg shows 3D printed scaffolds could help regrow bone for landmine victims

Jun.26, 2017 - Experts at Scotland's University of Glasgow have used a naturally occurring protein called BMP-2 to save the leg of a dog. The procedure, funded by Sir Bobby Charlton's landmine charity Find A Better Way, could be replicated on humans with the help of biodegradable 3D printed scaffolds. More

3D printed two-seat electric vehicle impresses at Taiwanese trade show

Jun.26, 2017 - Taiwan has just made some serious leeway in the 3D printed automotive race, this time in the form of a two-seat electric vehicle. Last week, the tech world caught wind of this exciting development from Taiwan Automotive Research Consortium, which is quickly proving to be a game-changer in the colliding fields of 3D printing and electric cars. More

3D printed blood vessels in teeth a viable alternative to root canal procedures

Jun.26, 2017 - Dental researchers at the Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) in Portland have developed a method of engineering artificial blood vessels in teeth. Published in the journal Scientific Reports earlier today, the OHSU technique could provide an effective alternative to root canals by using a 3D printing-inspired approach. ' More

These 3D printed honeycomb-inspired garments are un-bee-lievable

Jun.25, 2017 - Designer Jamela Law has created a fashion collection inspired by one of nature's strongest shapes, the honeycomb. The project, called Beeing Human, brings together various fabrication technologies and techniques, such as 3D printing, silicone casting, and hand sewing. More

Jacket fitted with multi-color LEDs displays status of 3D printers

Jun.25, 2017 - An Instructables page shows how to make a customized jacket with a unique LED display. Each LED corresponds to the status of one of the 3D printers at the Duke Innovation Co-Lab Studio, with green for available, red for offline, and blue for in-use. More

This 3D-printed plastic contraption turns a laser pointer into a trippy customized light show

Jun.24, 2017 - A Los Angeles-based maker has created the ultimate life hack for producing your own projected light show from the comfort of your own home. Aptly deemed 'The Mechanical Laser Show,' this fun little Thingiverse project turns a basic laser pointer into a trippy customized light show. Produce a five-point star, the Batman Logo, or a custom shape. More

3D printing and VR key to meeting UK government's 2025 construction strategy targets

Jun.23, 2017 - A new research report by Arup Associates for the British Council of Offices has suggested that technologies such as 3D printing and virtual reality could help to make the office construction industry'and construction industry at large'more efficient. According to the report, 3D printing and VR could help to cut back on waste and costs. More

3D printed device 'gamifies' airway clearing exercises for young cystic fibrosis patients

Jun.23, 2017 - Physiotherapists from University College London'(UCL) in the UK are working with Microsoft to develop partially 3D printed tools for children with cystic fibrosis (CF). The tools form part of a computer-game-style strategy help young CF sufferers increase their breathing capacity. More

3D printing news roundup: Under Armour drops 3D printed sneaker, Additive Orthopaedics cleared for bunion treatment, more

Jun.22, 2017 - A day after the summer solstice, 3D printing companies are still working from dusk 'til dawn to bring you new products and services. Today sees Additive Orthopaedics getting FDA clearance for a 3D printed bunion treatment, Under Armour releasing its 3D printed ArchiTech Futurist shoe, and more. More

MBARI and FATHOM say 3D printed video device could help solve mystery of White Shark Cafe

Jun.22, 2017 - FATHOM recently put its 3D printing chops towards a bitingly fascinating project. In collaboration with the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (MBARI), the FATHOM team has been using 3D printing to try and uncover the mystery of the 'White Shark Cafe.' More

3D printing in aerospace still poses challenges, says Premium Aerotec at Paris Air Show

Jun.22, 2017 - At this year's Paris Air Show, German aerospace company Premium Aerotec took a look at the state of 3D printing in aerospace, addressing the opportunities and challenges of such technology in the field. More

25 best (and free) fidget spinner toys to 3D print

Jun.22, 2017 - Fidget spinners have been all the rage in 2017, entertaining and relieving stress for both children and adults alike. Why not take the DIY approach and 3D print one of these awesome and creative fidget spinners, brought to you by the maker community. More

How Volkswagen Autoeuropa is using 3D printing to cut back on costs and lead times

Jun.21, 2017 - Volkswagen Autoeuropa has seen the benefits of using Ultimaker 3D printers for the production of custom tools and parts. The desktop 3D printers have enabled the Volkswagen-owned facility to manufacture custom parts more quickly and at a lower cost compared with traditional manufacturing methods. More

3D printing news roundup: Oerlikon signs MoU with GE, Print The Future to file for IPO, more

Jun.21, 2017 - We're at the halfway point in the week, and today is all about the business side of 3D printing: Oerlikon has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with GE, Print The Future says it will be filing for a Regulation A+ IPO with the SEC, and Additive Industries has news that will fuel your imagination. More

Amsterdam's OLVG hospital successfully implants Netherlands' first 3D printed hip bone

Jun.21, 2017 - A hospital in Amsterdam is making headlines today for being the first institution in the Netherlands to successfully implant a 3D printed hip bone in a patient. Orthopedic surgeon Melinda Witbreuk oversaw the tricky procedure at the OLVG hospital, which facilitated the implant of a 3D printed titanium plate. More

Stratasys 3D printer used to build working prototype of TransRoPorter for German Space Exploration Mission to Mars

Jun.21, 2017 - The German Aerospace Center has used a Stratasys 3D printer to make a prototype of its space exploration robot, the TransRoPorter. This robot will be launched on an unmanned mission to Mars in under five years' time, and extensive testing of the 3D printed prototype is necessary to ensure functionality More

3D printed 'Timekeeper' machine predicts the soundtrack of your future using Spotify data

Jun.21, 2017 - Domestic Data Streamers, Spotify, and Sónar+D have joined forces to create a 3D printed, Minority Report-esque machine that tells you what song you'll listen to at a future moment of your life. 'The Timekeeper' was trialled at last year's Sónar+D technology event in Barcelona, part of the Sónar festival. More

NTU Singapore joins forces with Thai petrochemical giant PTTGC to develop new materials for 3D printing cars

Jun.20, 2017 - Nanyang Technological University, Singapore and Thai petrochemical giant PTT Global Chemical have joined forces to develop advanced 3D printing materials for next-generation vehicles. Their goals include improving fuel efficiency, reducing carbon dioxide emissions, and fostering sustainable growth. More

Is aerospace additive manufacturing ready for takeoff? Examining FAA attitudes towards 3D printing

Jun.20, 2017 - 3D printed aircraft components are regularly in the news, but a recent article in the Wall Street Journal suggests that additive manufacturing is being involuntarily grounded by a cautious Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). So is 3D printing in the aerospace industry ready for takeoff or not? More

Antenna producer Optisys redesigns 100-piece antenna as single 3D printed part

Jun.20, 2017 - Antenna producer Optisys has shown the benefits of 3D printed metal antennas compared to those made by traditional manufacturing. Using additive manufacturing, a previously complex, clunky antenna with a hundred components was re-designed into a single, integrated assembly. More

AbilityMate 3D prints shoes for kids with cerebral palsy

Jun.20, 2017 - AbilityMate is a Sydney-based entrepreneurial group of designers, engineers, and allied health professionals who specialize in 3D printing custom posture and mobility equipment. Locals know the company best for its 3D printed shoes for kids with cerebral palsy, dubbed 'Magic Shoes.' More

3D printing news roundup: Dassault Systèmes working with Airbus on AM production, Parker opens 3D printing facility, more

Jun.20, 2017 - Today's 3D printing news roundup includes the latest from Dassault Systèmes, which is working with Airbus APWorks on additive manufacturing for serial production, as well as news from PyroGenesis, Norsk Titanium, AddUp, and others. More

3D printing news roundup: Norsk Titanium tests part for Thales Alenia Space, NanoSteel introduces steel AM powder, more

Jun.19, 2017 - It's been a busy start to the week in 3D printing, with Norsk Titanium completing testing of a 3D printed component for Thales Alenia Space, NanoSteel launching a 3D printable tool steel powder, and SLM Solutions agreeing a long-term cooperation agreement with a high-profile Italian customer. More

Dutch cyclists to enjoy benefits of 3D printed concrete bridge following TU Eindhoven, BAM collaboration

Jun.19, 2017 - The Technical University in Eindhoven in the Netherlands has started 3D printing an 8 m bicycle bridge in Gemert, near the city of Eindhoven. The university is carrying out the first-of-its-kind concrete 3D printing project with the Royal BAM Group, a Dutch construction company founded in 1869. More

Spanish scientists make advances in 3D printing bone and cartilage tissue

Jun.19, 2017 - A team of researchers from a university in Madrid, working together with the CSIC, has successfully synthesized bone and cartilage tissue for the first time. The bio-printing process makes use of a 3D printed grid, in which human cells are implanted to organically regenerate tissue. More

Gender fluidity meets 3D printing with ingenious motorized bathroom sign

Jun.18, 2017 - A 3D printing hobbyist has posted an Instructable showing how he made a gender-neutral motorized bathroom sign. The sign oscillates every 15 seconds between displaying the traditional Gentlemen and Ladies symbols, hopefully raising awareness of trans issues and the absurdity of gender binaries More

Get your daily cat animation fill with this 3D printed Zoetrope Fidget Spinner

Jun.17, 2017 - The increasingly trendy fidget spinner just got a serious upgrade: San Francisco-based designer and maker Jonathan Odom has created a 3D printed fidget spinner that also doubles as a zoetrope. Users need only peer through the spinning circular toy to glimpse a tiny black cat running at full speed. More

Brazilian architect Guto Requena 3D prints '53 Love Stories Collected' as exquisite mandalas

Jun.17, 2017 - Created specially for the 2014 São Paulo Design Weekend, 'The Love Project' consists of hooking up exhibition visitors to sensors measuring the changes in their heartbeats, brainwaves, and vocal inflections, as they tell a great love story from their own lives. The resulting data is then visualized as 3D printed mandalas. More

3D Printing News ICYMI: EnvisionTEC partners with Ricoh, Desktop Metal gets new reseller, more

Jun.16, 2017 - It's Friday: you've had your bowl, you've had cereal, now it's time to get your 3D printing news roundup. Today sees EnvisionTEC announcing a partnership with Ricoh Japan, Desktop Metal forming an alliance with Fisher Unitech, and more. More

Florida's iDigFossils program uses giant 3D printed shark teeth to get kids into STEM subjects

Jun.16, 2017 - A new educational curriculum known as iDigFossils has reported great success in making STEM subjects more interesting for young people. It makes use of 3D printed replicas of the Florida Museum of National History's fossil collection to encourage a more hands-on approach to learning More

3D Printing News ICYMI: Nano Dimension going into space, GE holds 3D printing workshop in Dubai, more

Jun.15, 2017 - In today's roundup, we have news from 3D printed PCB specialist Nano Dimension, updates on the huge 3D printing effort in Dubai, and a partnership between French ceramic 3D printing pioneer 3DCeram and UK-based additive manufacturing company 3D Matters. More

New research shows 3D printed blood vessels could radically improve root canal treatments

Jun.15, 2017 - A team of researchers led by Professor Luiz Bertassoni has demonstrated a novel method of improving root canal therapy using 3D printed artificial blood vessels. The innovative process could reduce the risk of fragile and brittle teeth after root canal surgery and help patients to keep their teeth fully functioning. More

Boom Supersonic to leverage Stratasys 3D printing tech for development of supersonic aircraft

Jun.15, 2017 - Stratasys has entered into a technical partnership with Boom Supersonic, a Denver-based company that is developing supersonic passenger planes. Stratasys will support Boom Supersonic's production of advanced tooling and production-grade aircraft parts with its FDM 3D printing technology. More

Michelin sees future for airless 3D printed tires

Jun.15, 2017 - French tire manufacturer Michelin has unveiled a concept 3D printed tire that could theoretically last the entire lifespan of a car. The airless tire features a biomimetic structure, and could have its tread re-printed to suit changing weather conditions. More

3D printed device used to test and improve new supercapacitor materials at University of Amsterdam

Jun.14, 2017 - Researchers from the University of Amsterdam have used 3D printing technology in a project concerning supercapacitor materials. Their 3D printed device measured factors affecting the newly invented materials' ability to store charge quickly. More

3D Printing News ICYMI: new BigRep filament, 3D Systems launches medical 3D printing partner scheme, more

Jun.14, 2017 - We're halfway through the week, and here's a quartet of 3D printing stories that will help see you through the day: BigRep launches Pro HS Filament, 3D Systems launches a medical 3D printing partnership scheme, and more. More

TAKT Project wins design award for 3D printed Swarovski crystal vases

Jun.14, 2017 - While most of us associate Swarovski crystals with jewelry and fancy chachkis, the crystal producer is surprisingly forward-thinking. At its Swarovski Designers of the Future awards, the company celebrated innovative uses for its crystals, including 3D printed crystal vases, crystal terrazzo tiles, and even solar cells. More

3D printed tensegrity structures hold promise for in-space construction of antennae and other assemblies

Jun.14, 2017 - Researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology have used 3D printing to create objects capable of expanding to much larger sizes. These 3D printed objects could someday be used in applications ranging from space missions to biomedical devices. More

Canoe with 3D printed formwork takes 1st prize for design innovation at Concrete Canoe Regatta

Jun.14, 2017 - A team from ETH Zurich took home first place for Design Innovation at the 26th Concrete Canoe Regatta for its partially 3D printed canoe. Held in Cologne, the biennial event brings together participants from universities all over Europe to see who can design the lightest, fastest, most beautiful, and most innovative concrete canoe. More

Boston, Stanford researchers create cell-infused 3D printed patches for treatment of ischemia

Jun.14, 2017 - Researchers working at Boston University's Biological Design Center have developed a technique for 3D printing cell-infused patches that can be used to grow healthy blood vessels. The 3D printing technique could be used to treat ischemia. More

TORLO: a 3D printed clock with an two-tone minimalist design

Jun.13, 2017 - The TORLO is an aesthetically pleasing, minimalist clock with a 3D printed gear system and scavenged components. Its design, in two-tone red and white, is really something to behold. More

3D Printing News ICYMI: GE unveils digital industry solutions, 3D Systems introduces SPINE Mentor, more

Jun.13, 2017 - Our second roundup of the week sees GE launching new products to advance digital industrial transformation, ProPhotonix delivering laser modules for 3D printing, and 3D Systems introducing a new medical 3D printing solution for spinal procedure training. More

FDA approves iFuse-3D, SI-BONE's first titanium 3D printed sacroiliac joint implant

Jun.13, 2017 - SI-BONE, Inc., a medical device company based in San Jose, California, has received FDA clearance for its iFuse-3D implant, the first titanium 3D printed implant for the sacroiliac (SI) joint. The company also announced the commercial launch of the 3D printed implant across the United States. More

Concept Laser makes accurate 3D printed replica of 2,800-year-old 'Rider of Unlingen'

Jun.13, 2017 - German 3D printing company Concept Laser has made a 3D printed replica of the 'Rider of Unlingen,' a 2,800-year-old bronze figure of a horse rider. The company is publicizing the project to demonstrate how 3D printing makes it possible 'to utilize archeological discoveries in new ways.' More

3D printed Read Read device can make learning Braille easier for visually impaired students

Jun.13, 2017 - A new device on Kickstarter is hoping to make reading Braille more accessible to the visually impaired. Read Read, which was made with the help of 3D printing, could help reduce illiteracy rates in the blind community and increase Braille education. More

UK may offer Open Bionics 3D printed prostheses to children for free

Jun.13, 2017 - The British National Health Service (NHS) may soon provide 3D printed prostheses to children—for free. The 3D printed devices, which are made by prosthetics company Open Bionics, will be the subject of a six-month clinical trial beginning this week. More

New 3D printed screening device shows e-cigarettes wreak as much havoc on your DNA as tobacco cigarettes

Jun.13, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Connecticut are pioneering the use of a new 3D printed testing device that can measure DNA damage. Using their new, low-cost testing device, a team of UConn chemists found that e-cigarettes are potentially as harmful as unfiltered cigarettes in terms of DNA damage. More

Conductive 3D printed nanotubes developed in South Korea could advance wearable technology

Jun.12, 2017 - A team of researchers from South Korea have developed a new way to 3D print microscopic tube structures that are highly conductive. The technology could be used to make very small electrical components, particularly useful for new applications like wearable tech. More

3D Printing News ICYMI: Graphene 3D launches HIPS filament, AstroReality releasing printed AR moon, more

Jun.12, 2017 - It's only the beginning of the week, but we've already compiled a handful of shorter 3D printing stories for you to devour. Graphene 3D has a new 3D printing filament out, 3DX Industries has positive financial news, and could a change at the top at GE affect the company's additive plans? More

3D printed skulls based on MRI scans highlight impact of 3D printing on medical field

Jun.12, 2017 - Designers from the 3M Buckley Innovation Centre (3M BIC) in Huddersfield, England have 3D printed two life-sized skulls based on a fellow colleague's MRI scan. The 3D printed skulls were made using SLS and FDM 3D printing technologies and are meant to demonstrate how additive manufacturing has impacted the medical industry. More

Italian jeweler BMC using EOS-made Cooksongold 3D printer to print with precious metals

Jun.12, 2017 - Cooksongold, the UK's biggest supplier of jewelry-making equipment, has teamed up with Italian jeweler B.M.C. for a jewelry 3D printing partnership. B.M.C. will use Cooksongold's Precious M 080 3D printer to offer a 'complete 3D precious metal service.' More

UCSF researcher says 3D printed bone research could help fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva patients

Jun.12, 2017 - Edward Hsiao, Associate Professor of medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), is using an Organovo 3D printer in an attempt to create 3D printed bone. Hsiao hopes his research could lead to treatments for fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva (FOP). More

Artur Dabrowski 3D prints beautiful jewellery inspired by architecture, storytelling and rabbits

Jun.11, 2017 - An online store 'Multiply like Rabbits', set up by designer Artur Dabrowski, shows his incredible 3D printed jewelery. He wants his to work to be capable of telling stories in an open-ended fashion, and he has been inspired by a childhood love of rabbits as well as his architectural background More

Most companies still not taking full advantage of 3D printing, AI and IoT, according to survey of CEOs

Jun.10, 2017 - A survey carried out by Gartner has found that few CEOs think 3D printing and other 'GPT's are improving productivity in their business. The survey recommends detailed analysis of technological impact and a more creative approach to operations. so that the full potential of 3D printing and other breakthroughs can be exploited. More

3D printed Aura Pendant is customized to your love story

Jun.9, 2017 - Brazil-based design firm Estudio Guto Requena has launched a new design app that enables users to transform their love stories into one-of-a-kind 3D printed pendants. More

Bioprinting 3D cell structures in space could advance cancer research

Jun.9, 2017 - Cancer research is being taken to new frontiers thanks to research coming out of BioServe Space Technologies, a research center at the University of Colorado, Boulder. The project, called Magnetic 3D Cell Culturing, uses a bioprinting technique to grow realistically structured cancer cells aboard the ISS. More

Virtual Curation Laboratory in Virginia builds huge catalog of replica 3D printed artefacts

Jun.8, 2017 - A team of archaeology students at the Virginia Commonwealth University has been using 3D printing technology to catalog a huge range of historical artefacts. The Virtual Curation Laboratory scans the artefacts and then creates 3D prints of them, which can then be used for educational or research purposes. More

3D Printing News ICYMI: new EnvisionTEC accessory, Aether plotting new bioprinting inks, more

Jun.8, 2017 - It's election day in the UK, and Comey is giving an earth-shattering statement about President Trump's behind-the-scenes conduct. But when the world gets busy, 3D printing gets busier. Here are some of today's shorter stories, featuring EnvisionTEC, Aether, and the U.S. Marines. More

Canadian startup OLT Footcare offering custom sandals with 3D printed midsoles on Kickstarter

Jun.8, 2017 - OLT Footcare, a startup based in Windsor, Canada, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its custom-made 3D printed sandals. The company is one of a growing number of footwear brands offering clients an affordable way to get their feet into comfortable, supportive, and tailor-made shoes. More

Chinese doctors use '4D printing' to reconstruct breast of cancer patient

Jun.8, 2017 - Doctors at the Xijing Hospital of the Fourth Military Medical University in Xi'an, Shaanxi province say they have used '4D printing' to reconstruct the breast of a cancer patient. The 3D printed breast implant will biodegrade over time'the fourth dimension'allowing human tissue to replace it. More

3D printed microfluidics project wins 'Print the Future' competition, will be printed aboard ISS

Jun.8, 2017 - A team of undergraduate students from the University of Pennsylvania has been announced as the winner of Enterprise in Space's 'Print the Future' competition for its innovative 3D printed microfluidic modules that can be made aboard the International Space Station (ISS). More

3D Printing News ICYMI: Sigma Labs reaches into Asian market, 3D printed 'ultra-thin' sound diffuser, more

Jun.7, 2017 - In a busy week for the 3D printing industry, here are some quick stories you may have missed: Sigma Labs signs agreements with sales agents in China and South Korea, PyroGenesis takes second order for metal 3D printing powders, and more. More

Korean researchers make '50x cheaper' 3D printed human skin using hybrid printer

Jun.7, 2017 - Researchers from Pohang University of Science and Technology in South Korea have developed an efficient and low-cost method for 3D printing human skin. Their hybrid cell 3D printing system contains both extrusion and inkjet modules. More

Limited edition DS 3 Dark Side car boasts titanium 3D printed parts and 3D skin technology

Jun.7, 2017 - DS Automobiles, a PSA Group luxury car brand, has unveiled its newest vehicle: the DS 3 Dark Side. The limited edition production car, with its subtle curves and dark surface, was designed with the help of two innovative technologies: metal 3D printing and 3D skin technology. More

Optomec and NextFlex sign $3M deal to make 3D printed Flexible Hybrid Electronics mainstream

Jun.7, 2017 - Earlier today, Optomec, the major supplier of 3D printed metals and electronics systems, announced it was awarded a $3 million project from NextFlex, the leading manufacturing institute for Flexible Hybrid Electronics (FHE). Together with Optomec's development partners, the new project will enable the widespread adoption of FHEs. More

ORNL, Momentum Technologies to commercialize first ever 3D printed magnet made from recycled materials

Jun.6, 2017 - Oak Ridge National Laboratory has partnered with Dallas-based startup Momentum Technologies to commercialize its groundbreaking 3D printed magnet technology. According to ORNL, these magnets are suitable for diverse applications in automobiles, wind turbines, motors, generators, and even high speed rail. More

3DTrophyFactory makes 'world's largest' 3D printed trophy for PES League World Finals

Jun.6, 2017 - At this year's PES League World Finals held in Cardiff, England, a 17-year-old Brazilian video gamer by the name of GuiFera was crowned champion and received not only a giant cheque worth $200,000, but also a hefty 3D printed trophy made by 3DTrophyFactory. More

Nike using Prodways’ TPU material to 3D print footwear

Jun.6, 2017 - 3D printing company Prodways Group, a subsidiary of Groupe Gorgé, is developing 3D printed footwear technology that is being used by companies like sportswear giant Nike. Prodways says its 'proven 3D technologies' can produce printed outsoles, midsoles, and insoles to rival traditionally made alternatives. More

Pixsweet lets you make your own 3D printed popsicle from any image you like

Jun.5, 2017 - Pixsweet, a new California-based platform for 3D printed confectionery, is offering customers 3D printed popsicles modelled on any uploaded digital image. The treats are also available in a range of flavors. More

Acclaimed stop-motion short ‘Deer Flower’ explores childhood trauma with 3D printing and paper cutouts

Jun.5, 2017 - Set in the summer of 1992, the spellbinding stop-motion animation 'Deer Flower' incorporates 3D printing, 2D cutouts and handmade drawings to tell the story of a haunting childhood memory: drinking fresh blood from a severed deer antler. For Korean filmmaker Kangmin Kim, this unconventional remedy was a formative childhood experience. More

Experts say 3D printing prowess could be difference between life and death for Mars-bound astronauts

Jun.5, 2017 - A number of medical and aerospace experts have warned that astronauts should brush up on their 3D printing skills'or potentially face death. They say that 3D printed medical devices could be critical as humans attempt the long journey to Mars. More

This 3D printed portable mini PC is the perfect DIY project for 3D printer host control

Jun.4, 2017 - Adafruit has uploaded a new tutorial for 3D printing a portable mini PC. Featuring a 7-inch display and built-in battery, this handy and highly portable gadget works with any HDMI device, making it the perfect setup for 3D printer host control. This 7' Mini PC provides a solid alternative to a Raspberry Pi when running 3D printer interfaces. More

Norfolk Naval Shipyard employees improve work environment with new 3D printed tool

Jun.2, 2017 - The team at the Norfolk Naval Shipyard in Portsmouth, Virginia, part of the U.S Naval Sea Systems Command, has 3D printed a new tool. Making use of the shipyard's rapid prototyping facility, employees designed, tested, and manufactured a Tie Bolt Anti Rotation Tool, which will make their everyday work much easier. More

Daimler Buses says it has 3D printed over 780 customized automobile parts for customers

Jun.2, 2017 - Daimler Buses, a division of German automobile company Daimler AG, is using 3D printing to produce customized, small-batch, and replacement parts for its Mercedes-Benz and Setra buses. The company says 3D printing is more environmentally friendly than other production methods. More

'3D printed milk' causes concern for New Zealand dairy industry, but should it?

Jun.2, 2017 - Over the last couple of days, New Zealand's media has freaked out, for lack of a better term, over the risk posed by 3D printed milk. A recent statement by New Zealand First Leader and Northland MP Rt Hon Winston Peters seeks to assuage these concerns. More

CyBe Construction completes 3D printing of 168 sq m R&Drone Laboratory in Dubai

Jun.2, 2017 - CyBe Construction, a Dutch construction company and concrete 3D printing specialist, has finished 3D printing the 'R&Drone Laboratory,' a drone research laboratory in Dubai. The building is the first laboratory in the world to be 3D printed on site. More

Cirque du Soleil's Kooza costume department uses 3D printing for the first time

Jun.2, 2017 - For over three decades, Cirque du Soleil has wowed audiences around the world with its stunning acrobatics, enchanting themes, and visual feats. Now, for the first time ever, Cirque du Soleil will be featuring 3D printed parts on its intricately designed costumes. More

3D print your own multi-function, all-terrain 'Emme' robot for $25

Jun.1, 2017 - A Kickstarter campaign has been launched for a new robot called Emme, which can be bought fully assembled or 3D printed from modular design files. The robot is particularly useful for photography as it can be taken on any terrain, from land to underwater. More

3D printed syllables helping Houston students learn Spanish

Jun.1, 2017 - An elementary school in Houston has shown how 3D printing can be used as an educational tool, helping kids to learn to speak Spanish through visual aids. Javier Montiel, a bilingual education teacher at the Velasco Elementary School, came up with the clever idea thanks to the school's in-house LulzBot Mini 3D printer. More

Pro surfer Mick Fanning hits the waves on first ever 3D printed surfboard

Jun.1, 2017 - Mick Fanning, the professional Australian surfer also known as 'White Lightning,' recently hit the waves on the first ever 3D printed surfboard. Developed by Red Bull High Performance engineer Brandon Larson, the 3D printed surfboard could mark a significant technological breakthrough in the sport of surfing. More

Dubai woman receives Gulf region's first fully 3D printed prosthetic leg

Jun.1, 2017 - A woman living in Dubai has had a new prosthetic leg fitted, which was made using 3D printing technology. She has used several prosthetics throughout her life, but this latest one is the most advanced—and at a fraction of the cost. It's the first prosthetic of its kind to be fitted in the Gulf region. More

UC San Diego unveils amazing VR tactile glove made using soft robotics and 3D printing

May.31, 2017 - A team of researchers from UC San Diego is using 3D printing and soft robotics to develop smart gloves that give tactile feedback to users from virtual reality environments. Still in their prototyping stage, the innovative robotic gloves have been successfully used to simulate the feeling of playing a virtual piano. More

Australian Department of Defence using 3D printing to repair military aircraft

May.31, 2017 - The Defence Science and Technology Group (DST Group), part of Australia's Department of Defence, is using 3D printing to repair military aircraft. Local businesses and researchers have been involved in developing the 3D printing process. More

Multi-material Stratasys 3D printer used to manufacture NIDEK surgical eye equipment

May.31, 2017 - Additive manufacturing heavyweight Stratasys has announced that its multi-material colour 3D printer, the Stratasys Objet500 Connex3, is now being used by NIDEK Technologies, an Italian producer of surgical eye equipment. More

3D printed food could soon help dysphagia sufferers

May.31, 2017 - Australian researcher Dr. Aarti Tobin, Team Leader for the Meat Science team at the Commonwealth Scientific Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) in Brisbane, Australia, is looking into the medical benefits of 3D printed food for dysphagia sufferers. More

CRP Technology uses SLS 3D printing to create innovative front air inlet for Moto3 customer

May.30, 2017 - CRP has developed a new air inlet for a Moto3 client's racing motorcycle. The part was made using SLS 3D printing technology and CRP's own range of carbon fiber and composite materials, one of which has a flexibility that proved crucial in solving an engineering problem. More

3Dynamic Systems' crosslinking 3D bioprinting method could one day be used to treat Microtia

May.30, 2017 - Researchers from 3Dynamic Systems have developed a 3D bioprinting method that could be used to treat Microtia, a congenital deformity of the external ear. The bioprinting method uses a dual in-situ crosslinking process and polymer bioinks to create high-res tissue structures. More

TU Darmstadt engineers build 3D printed race car for Formula Student 2017

May.30, 2017 - Engineering students from Germany's TU Darmstadt have built an electric race car to compete in the 2017 Formula Student competition. This year's DART race car contains five ultralight 3D printed components, most notably a steering shaft made from a special aluminum alloy that's 50% lighter than last year's model. More

Golden Google? Dutch artist creates gold-plated 3D printed models of 10 most valuable web domains

May.30, 2017 - Dutch artist Jip de Beer is using 3D printing to create 3D printed visual models of web pages. His project, titled Web Spaces, consists of metal-plated 3D printed models that represent the hierarchy of 10 popular website home pages, including those of Google and Facebook. More

Modern Dental to co-manufacture Oventus' 3D printed O2Vent for sleep apnea

May.30, 2017 - Oventus Medical Ltd., an Australian medical device company best known for its 3D printed sleep apnea device, has announced a new manufacturing partnership with Hong Kong based Modern Dental Group. The agreement will see Modern Dental co-manufacture Oventus' O2Vent sleep apnea products. More

KXIV and Adidas collaborate on 3D printed UltraBOOST Nest custom sneakers

May.30, 2017 - Envisioned by architect-turned-designer KXIV, the new Adidas UltraBOOST Nest custom sneaker draws inspiration from the Beijing National Stadium, and features an advanced 3D printed locking system. Made from abrasive-resistant polyurethane, the upper lace layer utilizes two continuous laces which wrap around the entire shoe, and are held in place by an intense baking process set at 300 degrees. More

ISS Bigelow Expandable Activity Module gets 3D printed radiation shields after passing space debris tests

May.29, 2017 - The Bigelow Expandable Activity Module (BEAM), a modular habitat attached to the International Space Station, has passed a first round of tests concerning its resistance to space debris. 3D printed radiation shields will now be added to the module for extra protection against cosmic rays. More

IIT Delhi's 3D bioprinted knee cartilage is India's first lab-grown printed tissue

May.29, 2017 - A team of scientists from the Indian Institute of Technology in Delhi has made a breakthrough in the development of 3D bioprinted cartilage. The research team, led by Professor Sourabh Ghosh from the Department of Textile Technology at IIT, has successfully developed a bioink that can be used to print structures like the cartilage found in human knees. More

3D printed conch shells could be basis of stronger helmets & body armor, MIT study finds

May.29, 2017 - Researchers at MIT have taken a close look at conch shells to discover how they are so resistant to impact, recreating the complex organic structures using a 3D printer. The researchers say that artificial conch-like structures could be used to create stronger helmets and body armor. More

Volkswagen launches pilot project for 3D printing spare parts

May.28, 2017 - In an attempt to broaden their 3D printing applications beyond prototyping an equipment construction, the Volkswagen Group has announced a new pilot project in collaboration with the Department of Development and Technological Planning at Volkswagen AG: the goal is to produce the first sellable spare Volkswagen part exclusively using 3D printing. More

Gamer 3D prints replica of laser pistol from Fallout 3, complete with storage case and extra energy cells

May.27, 2017 - A 3D printing enthusiast and gamer has made an accurate replica of the laser pistol from Fallout 3. Andrew Sink's Youtube channel shows several examples of other 3D printed props from various games and movies and his latest work, based on a model from Thingiverse, is one of the most impressive yet. More

Polish design studio Pillcrow uses 3D printing to create nearly 100 new fonts in an hour

May.26, 2017 - Maciej Kodzis and Grzegorz Owczarek, of Polish design studio Pillcrow, have been helping budding designers create new fonts with the help of 3D printed guides. The duo used a ZMorph 3D printer to make 3D printed grips for their typographical tools. More

MIT researchers 3D print shape-shifting noodles in bizarre culinary research project

May.26, 2017 - Researchers at MIT's Tangible Media Group have devised a method for 3D printing food that changes shape before you eat it. They say the weird shape-shifting food is also easier to store and transport. More

3D printed ‘Cycloptic Mustard Monster’ combines best elements of 3 high-end cameras

May.26, 2017 - A photographer has successfully built his own wide-format camera using 3D printing technology. Unable to afford the $5,000 price tag for the technology that he wanted, Paul Kohlhaussen reverse engineered 3 high-end cameras and made a CAD model bringing together their best features. More

Thero: a 3D printed desktop device that lets you manage online encryption and privacy

May.25, 2017 - Spanish designers Roman Torre and Angeles Angulo have 3D printed a prototype of an innovative new product called Thero. The small device, equipped with a Raspberry Pi 3, allows users to easily control their encryption status online. More

3D printed finger helps British teen take exams following grisly cycling accident

May.25, 2017 - A British teen who almost died in a freak cycling accident is using a 3D printed plastic finger to get through his GCSEs. Oliver Smith, 15, severed a main artery and two nerves, causing him to lose most function in his right arm. More

Living cells allow MIT's spectacular 'bioLogic' workout gear to breathe, glow, and even deodorize

May.25, 2017 - MIT researchers have used a novel cell printing method to design breathable workout garments with ventilating flaps that move as the wearer's body produces heat and sweat. The project, called 'bioLogic,' integrates moisture-sensitive microbial cells in the garment's material. More

3D printed model of Samsung Galaxy Note 8 gives Android fans a taste of what's to come

May.23, 2017 - An unofficial 3D printed mockup of the latest Samsung flagship portable device, the Galaxy Note 8, has been posted online. A video on a microblogging site shows one Android lover's attempt to create the new phablet, which will boast a dual primary camera. More

European Space Agency begins testing 3D printed PEEK CubeSats

May.23, 2017 - The European Space Agency has launched a new initiative 3D printing CubeSat bodies in hard, electrically conductive plastic. With the first test run underway, ESA aims to get these 3D printed miniature satellites ready for future use, complete with internal electrical lines. Instruments, circuit boards, and solar panels would simply need to be slotted in. More

C919, first China-built commercial airliner with 3D printed parts, takes maiden flight

May.23, 2017 - In a momentous occasion for East Asian 3D printing, the first Chinese-built commercial airliner with 3D printed parts took its maiden flight on May 5, 2017. The C919 was developed by COMAC, and features 3D printed titanium alloys. More

Thai designer Anon Pairot uses 3D printed concrete to create evocative garden furniture collection

May.23, 2017 - Thai artist and designer Anon Pairot has designed an outdoor terrace consisting of 3D printed concrete furniture and decorations. Thailand's Siam Cement Group provided its 3D printable SCG cement formula for the project. More

Swedish police uncover 3D printed handguns in Malmo

May.22, 2017 - Swedish police are seeing an increase in 3D printed hand guns, with a recent spike in the city of Malmo. On two separate occasions in the past year, local authorities have seized 3D printed handguns in the Scania capital. One incident saw a gun uncovered during a city-wide criminal sweep, while the second was found in a Malmo parking garage. More

EDA’s new tactical airlift center in Spain to explore 3D printing for defense operations

May.22, 2017 - The European Defense Agency is set to establish a new tactical airlift center in Zaragoza, Spain. In the run-up to its opening, a multinational training course will be carried out that will demonstrate the benefits of 3D printing in operations, and test the feasibility of its application. More

Air Force says next 'Mother of All Bombs' could be 3D printed

May.22, 2017 - Engineers at the Air Force Research Laboratory are using 3D printing to develop what could be the next 'Mother of All Bombs.' They say a 3D printed casing for the weapon could produce a larger blast with less debris. More

Giuseppe Finizia unveils latest update for 3D printed PCB workstation with low-cost needle probes

May.21, 2017 - Giuseppe Finizia, the Italian maker who brought us an innovative 3D printed PCB workstation with articulated arms, has just posted an updated version of his design. The new 3D files for the project'which is called PCB Workstation with Needle Probes'are available on his Thingiverse page. More

3D printed UNYQ Align back brace to be displayed at Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum

May.19, 2017 - 3D printed prosthetics company UNYQ will soon have its 3D printed Align scoliosis brace on permanent display at the Cooper Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum, where it will stand alongside other innovative and historic pieces of architecture, sculpture, painting, costume, and design. More

Dublin's new Irish Manufacturing Research center opens up 40 jobs in 3D printing, robotics, more

May.19, 2017 - Around 40 new technology jobs, including positions related to additive manufacturing, are to open up in Dublin, where a €15 million advanced manufacturing center has just opened. Irish Manufacturing Research will create roles in robotics, mathematics, 3D printing, and other areas. More

Listen to ViolinoDigitale, a 3D printed replica of a Stradivarius violin made with wood filament

May.19, 2017 - Harris Matzaridis of ViolinoDigitale has unveiled an incredible 3D printed violin that quite literally brings music to our ears. The project, which took over two years to complete, was realized through a combination of 3D printing and more traditional luthier handcrafting techniques. More

Use 3D printing to customize your new favorite musical instrument: the Hyve Touch Synth

May.18, 2017 - A Kickstarter campaign has been successfully completed for a new, easy-to-use musical instrument, the Hyve Touch Synth. The miniature synthesizer was designed to be hackable and customizable, and users have the option to 3D print their own back for it using one of the free designs that are available. More

Impressive 3D printed replica of antique rifle to go on display at Polish National Museum

May.17, 2017 - The Polish National Museum in Poznan has reached out to 3D printing agency Get Models Now to faithfully replicate an antique rifle that it is exhibiting. The model will be interactive, allowing visitors to get a feel for what the rifle is like to hold, without causing any damage to the incredibly valuable and fragile original. More

3D printing company RCS2 preserving Sri Lanka's cultural heritage with drones and 3D scanning

May.17, 2017 - RCS2, a 3D printing company based in Sri Lanka, has teamed up with Sri Lanka's University of Moratuwa and Australia's Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO) to 3D scan a number Sri Lankan cultural heritage sites using LIDAR-equipped drones. More

UCSD's 3D printed soft robot could carry out search & rescue missions over rough terrain

May.17, 2017 - Engineers at the University of California San Diego have used 3D printing to make a soft robot that can walk on rough surfaces such as sand. The 3D printed robot could be used to capture sensor readings in dangerous environments or for search and rescue missions. More

Infertile mice successfully give birth after receiving 3D bioprinted ovary implant

May.17, 2017 - A team of researchers from Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine and the McCormick School of Engineering has implanted 3D bioprinted prosthetic ovaries into a number of infertile mice. Amazingly, the mice have now given birth to healthy litters. More

Damen Shipyards Group to develop WAAMpeller, world's first class approved 3D printed ship's propeller

May.17, 2017 - Earlier today, Damen Shipyards Group recently announced its newest venture: the development of a 3D printed, class approved propellor for its Damen Stan Tug 1606 model. The first class approved 3D printed ship propellor in the world, the WAAMpeller (as it's been dubbed) is the outcome of a new partnership between Damen, RAMLAB, Promarin, Autodesk and Bureau Veritas (BV). More

Thales Alenia Space to send largest 3D printed satellite parts yet into orbit

May.16, 2017 - Thales Alenia Space has been building 3D printed parts for satellites for a range of different applications, and it is soon to send its largest parts yet. Following on from a huge range of metallic and polymer satellite components that it successfully launched, the next parts will be 2 huge antenna supports for a telecommunications satellite. More

Aerojet Rocketdyne successfully tests 3D printed Bantam rocket with 30,000 lbf thrust

May.16, 2017 - Aerojet Rocketdyne, a California-based rocket and missile propulsion manufacturer, has successfully hot-fire tested a 30,000 lbf thrust-class Bantam liquid-fueled rocket that was manufactured using 3D printing technology. More

German rail operator DB expands use of 3D printing

May.15, 2017 - The German rail operator Deutsche Bahn (DB) is ramping up its use of 3D printing in manufacturing train parts. According to company representatives, 15,000 3D printed components will be manufactured by the end of 2018. More

UK-based Sutrue develops new suturing and heart stabilizing tools using Concept Laser 3D printing tech

May.15, 2017 - Sutrue, a UK-based medical technology company, has been using metal 3D printing technology to develop tools aimed at radically improving surgical procedures. The company used German company Concept Laser’s MLab Cusing additive manufacturing system to create a suturing tool and a cardiac stabilizer. More

WinSun founder says company could 3D print Trump's wall for 60% of projected cost

May.15, 2017 - WinSun founder Ma Yihe has been quoted as saying his company could build Donald Trump's infamous border wall both cheaply and quickly using its construction 3D printing technology. Whether he was making a serious proposition or not, it's clear that Ma Yihe thinks his company's 3D printing tech would be up to the task. More

3D printed carbon fiber helps 18-year-old Indian student make lightest satellite ever

May.15, 2017 - An 18-year-old student from Tamil Nadu in India has used 3D printing to create what could be the world's lightest satellite. The 3D printed carbon fiber device weighs just 64 grams, and will be launched on a NASA sounding rocket on June 21. More

Researchers recreate popular Utah climbing route using 3D modeling and 3D printing

May.15, 2017 - An assistant professor from the University of Utah has put his 3D design and printing chops towards a particularly ambitious project: recreating a full-scale replica of a popular outdoor climbing route. The project has involved 3D scanning, extensive 3D modeling, and 3D printing. More

3D printed airplane engine unveiled at Romanian university

May.14, 2017 - Valentin Stamate, a leading researcher at the Transilvania University in Brasov, Romania, has officially unveiled his latest innovation: a 3D printed two-stroke airplane engine prototype. The first two-stroke engine to be almost entirely 3D printed, Stamate's work constitutes a landmark in what can be achieved by additive manufacturing in the aerospace industry. More

Olivier van Herpt teams with Fashion label COS for limited-edition 3D printed clay vases

May.13, 2017 - Fashion label COS and Dutch designer Olivier van Herpt have teamed up on a new collection of 3D printed clay vases. Set to be released in a limited number of COS stores, the innovative new designs were largely inspired by the label's Spring and Summer collection. More

LittleBot: Slant Robotics' 3D printed STEM learning tool for kids hits Kickstarter

May.12, 2017 - Slant Robotics has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its latest toy: a 3D printed Arduino robot geared towards promoting STEM education. Called LittleBot, the cute 3D printed device is focused on teaching kids engineering, programming, and robotics. More

Local Motors' Knoxville facility 3D prints first self-driving Olli shuttle bus

May.11, 2017 - Local Motors, the maker of the world's first road-ready 3D printed car, has successfully 3D printed the first self-driving shuttle, Olli, at its Knoxville, Tennessee micro-factory. More

Oily microgels key to Florida researchers' new 3D printed silicone medical devices

May.11, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Florida have developed a new silicone microgel 3D printing method that could result in much-improved medical devices such as implantable bands, balloons, soft catheters, slings, and meshes. More

Polly wants a prosthesis: parrot getting 3D printed foot following vicious fox attack

May.11, 2017 - A parrot named Pete is being fitted with a 3D printed prosthetic foot after losing his natural one in a nasty fox attack. The procedure is being orchestrated by Dr. Jonathan Wood, Staff Veterinarian in Neurology and Neurosurgery at the University of Pennsylvania's Ryan Hospital in Philadelphia. More

Livrea and Autodesk collaborate on fully 3D printed racing yacht

May.10, 2017 - Italian boat building company Livrea is developing a fully 3D printed racing yacht in collaboration with Autodesk. The two companies have just completed their largest component yet, which will be on display this week in Hannover. More

Peak Sport unveils 'Future,' China's first commercial 3D printed sneaker

May.10, 2017 - Chinese sportswear equipment company Peak Sport has launched its very first pair of commercial 3D printed sneakers, called Future. Not only are the 3D printed kicks a first for the company, but the 1299 CNY ($188 USD) shoes are the first 3D printed running shoes to hit the Chinese market. More

Electrick: a low-cost technique for turning 3D printed objects into touch-sensitive devices

May.10, 2017 - Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have developed Electrick, a new sensing technology that brings touch input to a huge range of surfaces and objects using electric field tomography. Users can use Electrick to add touch sensors to 3D printed objects. More

Minnesota researchers looking to create bionic humans by 3D printing sensors directly onto fingertips

May.8, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Minnesota in Minneapolis have developed a silicone pressure sensor that can be 3D printed directly on your hand. In the future, the device could be used to enhance one's sense of touch. More

Aerojet Rocketdyne conducts hot-fire tests on 3D printed AR1 preburner, keeps up pressure on Blue Origin

May.8, 2017 - Aerojet Rocketdyne has conducted hot-fire tests on the preburner for its AR1 rocket engine, designed to replace the Russian-made RD-180 engine. The company says the engine, built using 3D printing technology, is on track for flight readiness in 2019. More

UK's largest 3D printed master plan showcases East London's 10,800-home Barking Riverside development

May.8, 2017 - Hobs Studio, a UK-based company that provides 3D solutions for clients in architecture, engineering, and construction, has created a huge SLA 3D printed model of a planned housing development in East London. The Barking Riverside mock-up becomes the UK's largest 3D printed master plan model. More

Mind-bending 3D printed grotto, made from 7 tons of sandstone, premieres at Centre Pompidou

May.8, 2017 - Architects Benjamin Dillenburger and Michael Hansmeyer, who brought us the Arabesque Wall, have 3D printed a highly intricate grotto from seven tons of sandstone. Commissioned by the Centre Pompidou in Paris, 'Digital Grotesque II' stands as the stunning centrepiece of the new 'Imprimer le monde' exhibition, where it premiered last month. More

3D Printing News ICYMI: First 3D printed home, 3D Systems, Konica Minolta, Tripodmaker’s 3D printed rocket, NTU, more

May.6, 2017 - Lots of news in the 3D printing world recently, as America's first 3D printed home won a Design Award and 3D Systems released their financial results for the first quarter of 2017. Here's a round-up of those and other stories that you might have missed. More

Redesign Sport uses 3D scanning for reverse engineering of 1952 Ferrari

May.5, 2017 - Not just any restorer, Dafyd Richards and his bespoke RSL studio have been breathing new life into historic and discontinued vehicles that would otherwise be relegated to collections and museums, where they would remain unused. Richards' secret? As the RSL founder will readily tell you, 3D scanning technology has proved unprecedentedly key to his work. More

Japan preserves Buddhist statues and cultural artifacts with 3D scanning and 3D printing

May.5, 2017 - In Japan, researchers from Chiba University have been using 3D scanning to capture 3D models of Buddhist statues and other cultural artifacts. The effort, which is being done primarily to preserve the objects in case of deterioration or theft, is also serving a touristic purpose. More

Duke undergrads work with doctors to 3D print titanium biomedical devices

May.5, 2017 - Two groups of undergraduate students from Duke University have been given the chance to explore the benefits of metal 3D printing through the creation of biomedical devices. Working closely with doctors and professionals, the teams have created a titanium vertebrae spacer and titanium scaffolds. More

Trend Micro hacks drone-making robotic 3D printer to demonstrate security risks

May.4, 2017 - A recent demonstration by Trend Micro showed how easy it can be to hack industrial processes. It showed that a robotic arm used to design a 3D printed rotor for a drone was vulnerable to remote attacks, changing its function with potentially dangerous consequences. More

ESA researchers are 3D printing Moon habitat bricks using concentrated sunlight

May.4, 2017 - European Space Agency (ESA) researchers at the DLR German Aerospace Center facility in Cologne have used concentrated sunlight to 3D print bricks made of simulated moondust. They say that astronauts could use the same technique to print settlements on the Moon. More

Vector successfully tests Vector-R launch vehicle with 3D printed injector component

May.4, 2017 - Vector, a Tucson, Arizona-based space startup, has successfully launched a prototype of its Vector-R launch vehicle, which features 3D printed parts. The test was completed on May 3 near Mohave, California. More

3D printed tactile chess set helps visually impaired children in Argentina learn the game

May.3, 2017 - A group of innovative young people from Argentina have designed and 3D printed a chess board that is catered to people with visual impairments. The tactile 3D printed chess set, which has braille embedded on its board and pieces, has been given to the Elizalde Institute for the blind. More

3D Printing News ICYMI: Rebranding for Arcam, EOS joins 3MF Consortium, more

May.2, 2017 - There were several 3D printing developments that may have passed you by this week, including a technological partnership between Russia and Germany, and a rebranding for Swedish manufacturer Arcam. Here's a roundup of these and other stories. More

3D printed replica of destroyed Palmyra Tetrapylon showcased at Creative Commons Summit

May.2, 2017 - A two-meter-tall 3D printed replica of Palmyra's Tetrapylon structure made by #NEWPALMYRA was recently unveiled at the Creative Commons Summit, which took place from April 28-30 in downtown Toronto. More

Sea turtle that survived shark attack could swim again with 3D printed prosthetic flipper

May.2, 2017 - Sally, a Loggerhead turtle that was found off of Ireland's Atlantic coast with a missing flipper caused by a shark bite, could soon be swimming again thanks to the dedication of a team from the Dingle Ocean World Aquarium and 3D printing. The team plans to 3D print a titanium and polymer flipper prosthetic for the turtle. More

CAPTIVE: a 3D printed 6DoF controller that can manipulate virtual 3D objects 2x faster than competing tech

May.2, 2017 - Researchers at North Carolina State University have developed a user-friendly 3D printed 6DoF controller called CAPTIVE that can be used to manipulate virtual 3D objects in a computer program. The device allows users to manipulate objects with less lag time than existing technology. More

Swedish researchers create 3D bioprinted human cartilage without animal testing

May.2, 2017 - Researchers at Sahlgrenska Academy and the Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden have used 3D bioprinting to create human cartilage in a test tube'without the use of animal testing. They say that the 3D bioprinted structures look 'extremely similar' to human cartilage. More

‘The Drop’ to become New Zealand’s first 3D printed electric car

May.1, 2017 - New Zealand is about to get its first ever 3D printed electric car. Currently in development by Ira Munn, an entrepreneur working out of local tech charity Accelerating Aotearoa, 'The Drop' is a three wheeled electric car designed for commuters. The vehicle will be motorway legal and have a battery range of up to 300 kilometres. More

‘The Drop’ to become New Zealand’s first 3D printed electric car

May.1, 2017 - New Zealand is about to get its first ever 3D printed electric car. Currently in development by Ira Munn, an entrepreneur working out of local tech charity Accelerating Aotearoa, 'The Drop' is a three wheeled electric car designed for commuters. The vehicle will be motorway legal and have a battery range of up to 300 kilometres. More

Stratasys 3D printing tech makes Podfo foot orthotics tougher & lighter

May.1, 2017 - Stratasys Direct Manufacturing is collaborating with Peacocks Medical Group, a leading medical equipment supplier and creator of Podfo orthotics, for the large-scale production of 3D printed orthotics that can reduce pain and improve mobility. More

Organovo & UVA to explore 3D bioprinted tissues for volumetric muscle loss treatments

May.1, 2017 - 3D bioprinting company Organovo Holdings, Inc. has announced a new collaboration with the University of Virginia through which it will seek to develop 3D bioprinted tissues for treating volumetric muscle loss (VML) injuries. More

New videos from acclaimed Dutch animation studio Job, Joris & Marieke feature 3D printed models in action

May.1, 2017 - Dutch animation studio Job, Joris & Marieke who you might know from their Oscar-nominated short film A Single Life has released a new series of looped videos featuring 3D printed models. Created for 'Go Home' and 'Easy Way Out,' the new songs from Dutch pop band Happy Camper, the clever stop motion loops are full of character and symbolism. More

Watch Thai artist's 3D printed zoetrope 'Pieces of Happiness' come to life

May.1, 2017 - Thai artist O Witaya Junma has created a dizzying 3D printed zoetrope, serving as a postmodern homage to the late Thai King Bhumibol Adulyadej. Housed in Bangkok's new maker hotspot FabCafe, 'Pieces of Happiness' cleverly presents a digital re-incarnation of the zoetrope, but with a decidedly 3D printed flair. More

This cute 3D printed dancing teapot could be your new best friend

Apr.30, 2017 - For anyone who's ever watched Beauty and the Beast and longed for some dancing kitchenware of their own, now's your chance to make that dream a reality. A French computer scientist named Paul-Louis Ageneau has created a 3D printed dancing teapot. Full of personality and quirky dance moves, the teapot's entire set of instructions are available for download on Ageneau's GitHub page. More

Neri Oxman's 3D printed glass steals the show at Milan Design Week 2017

Apr.30, 2017 - This year's Milan Design Week placed 3D printing front and centre. While several pieces on display incorporated 3D printing, the work everyone's talking about is by avant-garde designer and 3D printing pioneer Neri Oxman. 'YET' is the title of Oxman's surreal installation, which combines 3D printed glass with architectural light patterns to create an immersive pavilion unlike anything you've ever seen before. More

3D Printing News ICYMI: 3D Systems, 3DExperience Center, 333D shares rise, 3D printed guns, more

Apr.29, 2017 - Here's a roundup of some stories that may have passed you by recently. Another busy week in the non-stop world of 3D printing technology has seen a new 3D printing research center being set up for Airbus in Wichita, an Australian lobby group responding to the rising threat of 3D printed guns, and much more besides More

Boston University students take on 3D bioprinted pancreas research for type 1 diabetes

Apr.28, 2017 - A team of student researchers from Boston University, including biomedical engineering student Thomas Hays, has been working on a way to 3D bioprint an artificial pancreas out of stem cells. More

Georgia Tech's swinging 3D printed Tarzan robot could help farmers monitor crops

Apr.28, 2017 - Researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology have used 3D printing to create a Tarzan-inspired swinging robot. The unusual bot uses 3D printed claws to swing itself along the length of a wire, and could be used by farmers to monitor crops. More

McKinsey's Digital Capability Center opened in Beijing to keep China up-to-date with 3D printing and Industry 4.0

Apr.28, 2017 - McKinsey has established a new Digital Capability Center in Beijing, in collaboration with a local university. After a report indicated a lack of readiness for Industry 4.0 in the country, research into the latest technological developments such as 3D printing and artificial intelligence is planned, in order to keep China's manufacturing industry competitive. More

Swiss scientists combine 3D printing and electroplating to create molecular beam-splitter

Apr.28, 2017 - A team of scientists from the Ecole polytechnique federale de Lausanne (EPFL) has developed a novel device that combines 3D printing and electroplating to split beams of molecules. The device uses high-voltage electrodes to control the motion of the molecules inside a vacuum. More

UK couple seeks 3D printed prosthesis for adopted dog who was shot and brutalized

Apr.28, 2017 - The owners of a dog who was found bleeding to death after being shot several times in Hammamet, Tunisia are asking the 3D printing community to help give their pup a second chance at life with the help of 3D printed prosthetics. More

MIT Rocket Team successfully tests nylon 3D printed rocket motor

Apr.27, 2017 - The MIT Rocket Team, an independent student group focused on rocket-related projects, has successfully tested a fully 3D printed rocket motor. The motor was 3D printed in nylon using a Markforged Mark Two 3D printer before being tested twice on April 21. More

UK hospital saves £20,000 per surgery with the help of Stratasys 3D printing technology

Apr.27, 2017 - Stratasys has released details of the benefits that its 3D printing technology is bringing to one hospital in Birmingham, UK. Queen Elizabeth Hospital uses an Objet Eden 350V 3D printer to make facial prosthetics, plates, and pre-surgical guides, mostly for maxillofacial procedures. More

Inspiring 10-year-old girl plays violin with help of a 3D printed prosthetic arm

Apr.27, 2017 - A group of students from George Mason University in Virginia have given 10-year-old Isabella Nicola Cabrera a chance at realizing her dream of becoming a violinist with the help of a specially designed 3D printed prosthetic. More

3D WASH: empowering developing communities with solar-powered 3D printing & recycled plastic

Apr.27, 2017 - Researchers from the Deakin University School of Engineering in Australia are developing a solar-powered 3D printing system that could be used in developing regions to additively manufacture plumbing and sanitation supplies out of plastic waste. More

3D printed liver tissue helps University of Tokyo researchers test new drugs

Apr.27, 2017 - Researchers in Japan have used 3D bioprinting methods to create replica liver tissue. This model is the first of its kind to maintain metabolic functions over a long period of time, and it can be used to simulate diseases and test various new drugs for enzyme production. More

Siemens joins Adidas SPEEDFACTORIES project for custom 3D printed sportswear

Apr.26, 2017 - Sportswear giant Adidas is collaborating with manufacturing and technology company Siemens to improve the Adidas SPEEDFACTORY, a new production system that makes use of 3D printing and other modern technologies to produce high-quality sporting goods. More

Port of Rotterdam's RAMLAB unveils its first 3D printed ship component in partnership with Autodesk

Apr.26, 2017 - The Port of Rotterdam's Additive Manufacturing Fieldlab (RAMLAB) has successfully produced its first 3D printed pilot component'a ship's propeller'in partnership with Autodesk. The RAMLAB was established just over a year ago and has been pioneering the use of 3D printing in the maritime industry. More

Zeus the whippet learns to walk with 3D printed prosthetic paw

Apr.25, 2017 - A plastic 3D printed prosthetic paw has been made for a proud puppy after the original was lost in a fight. Brazillian veterinary surgeons took a CT scan of Zeus the whippet's remanining legs, and were able to 3D print a replica paw that will allow the dog to walk a lot more comfortably. More

New TrussFab software uses 3D printing to make boats, furniture & buildings out of plastic bottles

Apr.25, 2017 - Researchers at the Hasso Plattner Institute in Germany have created TrussFab, a new piece of software that turns digital 3D models into structures made from ordinary plastic bottles and 3D printed trusses. More

3D printing and Hollywood special effects help realize ultra-realistic neurosurgical training model

Apr.25, 2017 - An interdisciplinary team of neurosurgeons, simulation engineers, and special effects experts have created a 3D printed neurosurgical model that looks and feels like a real human. The 3D printed model combines special effects materials and 3D printed parts. More

Apple hires Steven Keating, MIT grad who 3D printed his own brain tumour

Apr.25, 2017 - Apple has hired Steven Keating, the MIT student who 3D printed his own brain tumor. Back in 2015, Keating made headlines with his innovative, data-centric approach to studying his cancer. The researcher gathered around 75 GB of information on his condition, which he leveraged to create digital and 3D printed models of his tumor, brain, and surgically-repaired skull. More

Stratasys 3D printer helps Siemens Mobility go full steam ahead with low-volume production of rail parts

Apr.24, 2017 - The Mobility Division of global engineering and technology company Siemens has announced it is using Stratasys FDM 3D printers to fabricate low-volume production parts for rail companies, including Stadtwerke Ulm/Neu Ulm (SWU) Verkehr GmbH, a German transport services provider. More

20-year-old receives 3D printed skull implant after removal of extremely rare tumor

Apr.24, 2017 - Tiffany Cullern, a 20-year-old from Swindon, Wiltshire in the U.K., has had her skull rebuilt thanks to a 3D printed skull implant. The young woman had been suffering from an incredibly rare tumor, about the size of a golf ball, that was growing on her brain. More

3D printed beekeeping device keeps out parasites, could send Spanish student scientists to Sydney

Apr.23, 2017 - A team of Spanish students aged between 14 and 16 is looking to raise '5,000 to take its 3D printed beekeeping solution to the FIRST LEGO League Asia Pacific Open in Sydney, Australia. The Valencia-based team, named 'Invictus Lego,' has created a 3D printed anti-parasite tool for beehives. More

Mat Collishaw's bew room-sized 3D printed zoetrope blends 19th-century ideas with 21st-century tech

Apr.22, 2017 - Renowned UK artist Mat Collishaw is broadening his horizons with a new 3D printed zoetrope. 'The Centrifugal Soul' is a room-size piece covered in 3D printed birds and flowers, currently on display at Blain|Southern in London. Cut into 18 frames and spinning at 60 rotations per minute, the one-second loop appears to come magically to life. More

Adafruit 3D prints amazing flexible Lego strips that stick to any glass surface

Apr.22, 2017 - Adafuit has used 3D printing to make bases for building with Lego bricks. The flexible strips are printed using heated Ninjaflex filament, which gives them a smooth bottom that will cling tightly to glass surfaces, and the upper part of the strip allows for strong connection to any type of Lego brick More

Korean government to incentivize 3D printing, robotics, AI in healthcare

Apr.21, 2017 - The South Korean government has announced the establishment of a new evaluations system for the use of medical devices. It is taking measures to ensure that newer, innovative technologies like 3D printing or robotics will be particularly incentivized. More

3D printing could help 27-year-old Chinese woman grow a new face

Apr.21, 2017 - A 27-year-old woman from Shanghai is set to undergo a one-year facial reconstruction process after losing much of her face to infection as a child, according to sources in China. 3D printing will be used to create guides for the new facial features. More

3D printed Cora Ball aims to stop water pollution caused by laundry microfibers

Apr.21, 2017 - The Rozalia Project has launched a Kickstarter campaign for a remarkably simple product that could have a real impact on the state of our oceans. Made with the help of 3D printing, the Cora Ball is designed to catch microfibers that are shed from our clothes in the washing machine. More

Johnson and Johnson introduces new surgical tools including 3D printed bone technology from TRS

Apr.20, 2017 - De Puy Synthes, which is part of the Johnson and Johnson family, has acquired 3D printed bone technology from Tissue Regeneration Systems. This will complement of a new range of medical devices and solutions that Johnson and Johnson will be introducing to the market, including surgical guides and implants. More

MAN Diesel & Turbo 3D prints serial production gas turbine components

Apr.20, 2017 - German engine provider MAN Diesel & Turbo has announced it is now 3D printing metal components for its gas turbines. The company claims it is the first manufacturer in the world to integrate metal 3D printed parts 'not only for test runs, but also for serial production.' More

This stunning stained glass window was made using 3D printing technology

Apr.20, 2017 - Last year, Toronto-based 3D printing and rapid prototyping service Custom Prototypes amazed us with a stunning 3D printed replica of Vincent van Gogh's The Starry Night. Now, it has come through yet again with an equally impressive artistic project: a 3D printed, 100% plastic stained glass window. More

Renault's RS 2027 Vision F1 concept car has a 3D printed cockpit

Apr.20, 2017 - French automaker Renault has used this week's Auto Shanghai event in China to showcase the R.S. 2027 Vision, a concept for a future Formula 1 car. The entire cockpit of the car is 3D printed. More

Oracle uses Carbon's CLIP technology to 3D print thousands of end-use server brackets in days

Apr.20, 2017 - Oracle Labs, the R&D unit of computer tech corporation Oracle, has enlisted the help of 3D printing company Carbon to help it design and 3D print a high volume of an end-use bracket for its new research server. According to Oracle, only Carbon's CLIP technology was suited for the task. More

Gulliver's Gate: a mini 3D printed world opens in NYC Times Square

Apr.19, 2017 - On May 9, New York City's Times Square will officially open the doors of its newest attraction. Called Gulliver's Gate, the new exhibition consists of a $40 million miniature model of many of the world's landmarks and countries. The amazing model combines traditional model making with technologies such as 3D printing. More

MUSC researchers 3D print model of intracranial artery to standardize vessel-wall MRI scans

Apr.19, 2017 - Medical researchers have 3D printed a highly accurate replica of an intracranial artery. This 'phantom' model can help to standardize global protocols for high-resolution MRI scanning, which will further research and treatment of ICAD, the leading cause of strokes worldwide. More

NASA develops 3D printed 'space fabrics' for spacesuits, shields, more

Apr.19, 2017 - NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) has unveiled its latest 3D printing development: metallic 'space fabrics.' The 3D printed metal fabrics, which are strong, foldable, reflective, and highly heat resistant, could be used to create astronaut spacesuits or shields and insulation for spacecraft. More

Etihad & Diehl Aerosystems cut costs by 30% with serial-produced 3D printed cabin part

Apr.19, 2017 - Etihad Airways Engineering has signed an agreement with Diehl Aerosystems to design, manufacture, and install an inflight entertainment (IFE) cover plate, its first serial-produced 3D printed plastic part for an aircraft cabin. More

Polish students design eco-friendly 3D printed shoes & customization app

Apr.19, 2017 - Two design students from the Academy of Fine Arts in Warsaw have designed and crafted a line of customizable 3D printed shoes. The shoes, which are made from eco-friendly materials and can be customized by the wearer through an app, were prototyped and 3D printed using ZMorph's Multitool 3D printer. More

Solar Turbines improves 3D printed gas turbines with Sigma Labs quality assurance software

Apr.19, 2017 - 3D printing just got a little greener upon the signing of a new contract between Sigma Labs and California turbine producer Solar Turbines. The deal will see Sigma Labs, a leading player in 3D printing quality assurance software under the PrintRite3D brand, help in the production of Solar Turbines' gas turbines. More

Giant 3D printed '(Ultra) Light Network' installation dazzles iLight festival-goers in Singapore

Apr.18, 2017 - Felix Raspall and Carlos Banon, architecture professors from the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), have premiered a new 3D printed light installation at the iLight Marina Bay festival in Singapore. Spanning 10 meters, '(Ultra) Light Network' stands as a tetrahedral mesh sculpture unlike any architecture you've ever seen before. More

3D printed vagina artist Megumi Igarashi fined ¥400K after ‘obscenity’ charges upheld by Tokyo High Court

Apr.18, 2017 - The case of Japanese artist Megumi Igarashi, aka Rokdenashi-ko (Good-for-nothing-girl), has had a recent update as the Tokyo High Court upheld a lower court's decision to charge her with obscenity for the distribution of 3D scanned models of her vagina. The controversial artist has been ordered to pay a fine of ¥400K. More

GE Healthcare could soon turn CT scans into 3D printed medical models with 'click of a button'

Apr.18, 2017 - Engineers at GE Healthcare are working towards a future in which 3D printed medical models can be made 'with the click of a button.' The company is currently exploring whether it could send CT scan data straight to a 3D printer, cutting out several intermediate conversion stages. More

Cedars-Sinai team 3D prints heel models to test effectiveness of CMT surgical treatments

Apr.18, 2017 - A team of investigators from the Cedars-Sinai hospital in Los Angeles have used a series of 3D printed models to prove that existing procedures for treating Charcot-Marie-Tooth heel deformities are in need of improvement, as they do not sufficiently correct the problem. More

Femtosatellite launcher 3D printed in space after winning ISS Design Challenge

Apr.18, 2017 - A 3D printable satellite launcher, the winner of last year's International Space Station (ISS) Design Challenge, has been 3D printed in space. The device was designed by California engineer Andy Filo and selected for the top prize by Mouser Electronics Inc. and MythBusters' Grant Imahara. More

Swansea University researchers wrapped up in wound-monitoring 3D printed 'smart bandages'

Apr.17, 2017 - Researchers at Swansea University in the UK are developing 3D printed 'smart bandages' that can precisely monitor the healing of a wound. The bandages would use 5G data to transfer information about a wound to computers or other smart devices. More

Could skyscrapers of the future 3D print their own apartments?

Apr.17, 2017 - Malaysian architecture student Haseef Rafiei has come up with a radical idea for futuristic housing: a 'vending machine' skyscraper that 3D prints its own dwellings. Rafiei's Pod Skyscraper design received an honorable mention at the 2017 eVolo Skyscraper Competition. More

University of Minnesota's 3D bioprinted tissue patch could help repair damaged heart cells

Apr.17, 2017 - A team of biomedical researchers from the University of Minnesota have developed a 3D bioprinted patch that could help to heal heart tissue after a heart attack. The breakthrough process was recently published in the American Heart Association journal Circulation Research. More

Instructable for a 3D printed Deadpool Bubble Breezer that will blow you away

Apr.16, 2017 - A 3D printing hobbyist and comics enthusiast has come up with a new project combining his two passions. Having already produced items such as a Deadpool themed knife block, Britt Michelsen has now released the instructions for making his Deadpool Bubble Breezer. The Instructable page for the novelty bubble toy will teach you a thing or two about amateur 3D printing, and hopefully make you laugh at the same time More

University of Helsinki researchers 3D print microreactor to speed up chemical analyses

Apr.14, 2017 - A team of researchers from the University of Helsinki in Finland have created a 3D printed microreactor device that has helped them to study chemical reactions more efficiently and to improve their research process. More

Liebherr-Aerospace has first 3D printed aircraft component flown on Airbus A380

Apr.14, 2017 - Airbus has successfully flown a 3D printed spoiler actuator valve block made by Liebherr-Aerospace. Liebherr says the part, flown on an Airbus A380 passenger airliner test flight, is the first 3D printed primary flight control hydraulic component flown on an Airbus aircraft. More

Belgium's Miam Factory is making flawless 3D printed chocolates

Apr.14, 2017 - Belgium-based startup Miam Factory, a spinoff of the University of Liege's Smart Gastronomy Lab, has been turning out some spectacular 3D printed chocolates. From making traditional Easter prints, to edible beer bottles, Miam Factory is at the forefront of chocolate 3D printing. More

OhmniLabs' new 3D printed Ohmni robot helps families stay connected

Apr.13, 2017 - Robotics startup company OhmniLabs has launched an Indiegogo campaign for Ohmni, a new 3D printed robot. It is designed to be an easy-to-use telepresence solution, allowing people in different parts of the world to stay connected with their loved ones and participate in household tasks together More

isodo3D 3D prints replicas of Falcon Trophy for Abu Dhabi Pro-Am golf tournament

Apr.13, 2017 - IMG Golf and the Abu Dhabi Sports Council recently enlisted the help of UK-based 3D printing solutions supplier isodo3D to 3D print replica trophies for its Pro-Am tournament. The 3D printed trophies were based on the iconic Falcon Trophy designed by Edward Asprey. More

Hochscule Coburg's 3D printed 'TOXIC' racer is powered by a single drill

Apr.13, 2017 - A team of students from a German university have built a single-person racing vehicle using 3D printing technologies. The impressive racer, called 'TOXIC,' is powered by a single cordless, electric drill—the kind you might find in your own tool kit. More

BeeHex partners with Cali'flour for 3D printed vegan pizza crust

Apr.13, 2017 - BeeHex, a 3D printed pizza specialist that was once affiliated with NASA, is collaborating with cauliflower pizza crust company Cali'Flour to develop a 3D printed vegan pizza crust. The companies recently demonstrated the 3D printing process at a sold-out event in Columbus, Ohio. More

3D printing news ICYMI: Organovo's new CEO, Wiivv's breaks record, Protolabs settles with Ico Products, more

Apr.12, 2017 - Here's another summary of some smaller 3D printing news items that may have passed you by recently. Organovo has announced a new CEO, Wiiv Wearables has broken a 3D printing record on Kickstarter, and much more besides, in a typically busy week for the 3D printing industry. More

Cambodian startup ARC Hub PNH 3D prints prosthetic hands for landmine victims

Apr.12, 2017 - ARC Hub PNH, Cambodia's first and only 3D printing company has partnered with the Victoria Hand Project (a Canadian 3D printed prosthetic NGO) to create and deploy twenty-five 3D printed prosthetics, each of which has gone to a survivor of a landmine explosion. More

Realistic 'Mikoto' 3D printed medical training robot developed in Tottori, Japan

Apr.12, 2017 - Tmsuk R&D Inc., a medical venture firm based in Tottori Prefecture, Japan, has teamed up with the Tottori University Hospital to create what could very well be the future of medical simulations: a 3D printed robot named Mikoto. More

Indian jewelry brand Isharya unveils ‘Infinite Petals’ 3D printed jewelry collection

Apr.12, 2017 - Indian fashion jewelry brand Isharya has announced its first foray into 3D printed jewelry with the launch of its latest collection: Infinite Petals. The additively manufactured accessories are being unveiled today at the brand’s Summer Edit event in Mumbai. More

University of Michigan medical residents use 3D printed surgical models to practice reconstructive cartilage grafting

Apr.12, 2017 - Residents from the University of Michigan Medical School in Ann Arbor have been using 3D printed surgical models and training tools to practice and hone their surgical skills in a hands-on way. The practice has reduced the need for human cadavers. More

Sperm cells fitted with 3D printed tubes to fight gynaecological cancer

Apr.11, 2017 - A team of researchers in Germany have devised an ingenious new way to deliver anti-cancer drugs into the female reproductive system. Fitting sperm cells with 3D printed tubes, which are then coated with metal, allows the sperm to be magnetically guided to the correct cells. More

HELIOS Klinikum's 3D printed titanium hip implant ends 40 years of pain for dysplasia patient

Apr.11, 2017 - Orthopedic surgeons at the HELIOS Klinikum Hildesheim in Germany have made a 3D printed hip implant for a 40-year-old Cypriot woman whose congenital malformation of the hips had given her constant pain throughout her life. More

Alexis Walsh's new APEX COAT merges 3D printed design with handcrafting techniques

Apr.11, 2017 - Up-and-coming fashion designer Alexis Walsh, who specializes in 3D printed fashion, has unveiled her latest garment: the APEX COAT. Made in collaboration with designer Justin Hattendorf, the garment features beautiful 3D printed embellishments. More

Norsk Titanium 3D prints first FAA-approved structural titanium components for Boeing Dreamliner

Apr.10, 2017 - Norsk Titanium 3D prints first FAA-approved structural titanium components for Boeing Dreamliner. Boeing 787 Dreamliner will be First Commercial Airplane to Fly with Certified Additive-Manufactured Titanium Parts in Structural Applications. More

3-year-old secretary bird sports e-NABLE's first 3D printed prosthetic bird leg

Apr.10, 2017 - One very lucky bird in Northwestern Germany is the owner of a new 3D printed prosthetic limb thanks to e-NABLE associate Lars Thalmann. Sockchen is a three-year-old Secretary bird, an African species with a crane-like shape, who resides in the Walsrode sanctuary. More

Apples vs arthritis: Spanish researchers fight diseases with 3D bioprinting material made from food waste

Apr.10, 2017 - Researchers from the Centre for Biomedical Technology at Universidad Polit'cnica de Madrid (CTB-UPM) and the Spanish Council for Scientific Research (CSIC) have turned apple waste into a biocompatible, 3D printable material that could be used to combat osteoporosis, arthritis, and osteoarthritis. More

3D printed device turns your phone into sperm testing kit for male infertility

Apr.10, 2017 - Researchers have designed a new portable device that can be used to test sperm samples. People with fertility issues can simply attach the 3D printed device to their smartphone and download an app, which will analyse a video of the sperm and determine several important factors to a high degree of accuracy. More

Look inside PassivDom's $32K mobile house that can be 3D printed in 8 hours

Apr.10, 2017 - Ukrainian 3D printing construction company PassivDom is now taking preorders for its self-powered home that can be 3D printed in just eight hours. The compact house, which costs $32,000 and can be built anywhere, relies on solar energy. More

Huggable 3D printed soft robots could transform Disney theme parks, new patent suggests

Apr.10, 2017 - Disney has filed a patent for a 3D printed soft body robot that is suitable for 'physical interaction with humans.' The patent says that Disney has already built a small, human-like prototype based on a popular Disney character. More

European Defence Agency study will explore impact of 3D printing for defense

Apr.10, 2017 - The EDA is launching a project to explore the potential impact of 3D printing in the defense industry. Entitled 'Additive Manufacturing Feasibility Study & Technology Demonstration,' the project is being undertaken in partnership with Fundacion Prodintec and MBDA FR. More

3D printed bot burns every Trump tweet, gets away with it

Apr.9, 2017 - Meet the 3D printed robot that's anonymously doing everyone's bidding. Known solely through its Twitter account 'Burned Your Tweet,' this feisty little bot has one job: printing President Donald Trump's tweets, burning them, and tweeting photographic evidence back to the president with the message '@RealDonaldTrump I burned your tweet.' More

Zero Terminal Raspberry Pi device is a DIY handheld Linux PC in a 3D printed case

Apr.9, 2017 - A new Raspberry device has been built with a specially designed 3D printed case. Known as the Zero Terminal, the portable computer was made by a hobbyist looking to create the perfect handheld Linux device. It has a number of useful features, including easy wi-fi connection and a HDMI out port More

2017 OZY Genius Award granted to maker of 3D printed prosthetic socket

Apr.8, 2017 - A 2017 OZY Genius Award has been granted to Claudine Humure of Wheaton College, for her 3D printed adjustable prosthetic socket. The prestigious award, funded by OZY Media, aims to support and celebrate the next Albert Einstein, Oprah Winfrey, or Mark Zuckerberg, granting up to $10,000 for the outstanding innovations of 10 college students. More

UC San Diego Students 3D print satellite for lunar orbit via NASA's Cube Quest Challenge

Apr.7, 2017 - We may soon see the first satellite built by students to orbit the moon. An ambitious team of undergraduates from Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS) at University of California San Diego (UCSD) have officially set their sights on NASA's Cube Quest Challenge. And in what should come as no surprise to some, 3D printing featured heavily in the construction of this underdog satellite. More

McLaren adds 3D printed parts to MCL32 2017 F1 car, trials Stratasys 'pit stop 3D printer'

Apr.7, 2017 - After partnering with 3D Printing giant Stratasys in January, Formula 1 car manufacturer McLaren Racing has announced that its 2017 MCL32 race car features 3D printed components, including a hydraulic line bracket, brake cooling ducts, and a rear wing flap made with a 3D printed mold. More

New Adidas Futurecraft 4D shoe developed in collab with 3D printing innovator Carbon

Apr.7, 2017 - California 3D printer manufacturer Carbon (Carbon3D) has teamed with German sportswear giant Adidas to create a new 3D printed shoe. The companies will use Carbon's Digital Light Synthesis technique to create more than 100,000 pairs of Adidas' Futurecraft 4D shoe before 2019. More

UK steel company William Cook saves 200 local jobs by investing £6M in 3D printing & precision foundry

Apr.6, 2017 - William Cook Cast Products, a casting company based in Sheffield, UK, has invested £6 million ($7.5M) in new technology, including a huge 3D printer, in an effort to keep its business alive. The company says it is the 'last throw of the dice' following a decline in demand for British steel. More

Australian raises $33K to ship 3D printed 'Kinetic Finger' & other prosthetics to kids worldwide

Apr.6, 2017 - Mat Bowtell, an engineer and father from Melbourne, has been 3D printing prosthetic hands and fingers for children around the world, all for no cost. Bowtell, who has been making 3D printed assistive devices for over two years now, even designed his own 3D printable 'Kinetic Finger,' a functional prosthetic for partial finger amputees. More

Arlington bioengineer awarded $211K NIH grant to develop 3D printed blood vessels for children

Apr.6, 2017 - The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has awarded a a $211,000 R21 grant to an engineer at the University of Texas at Arlington. The money will allow Yi Hong and his partner Guohao Dai to develop 3D printable materials for creating new blood vessels for children with vascular defects. More

Northwell Health's amphibious 3D printed leg prosthesis 'The Fin' helps veteran swim again

Apr.6, 2017 - New York-based healthcare provider Northwell Health has provided Marine Corps veteran Dan Lasko with what could be the world's first 3D printed amphibious prosthetic leg. 'The Fin' allows amputees like Lasko to both walk and swim without switching prostheses. More

Zaha Hadid Architects display stunning 3D printed 'Thallus' structure at Milan Design Week 2017

Apr.6, 2017 - Milan Design Week 2017, an event that highlights the newest and best in international design, kicked off this week in the Italian city. One piece that has grabbed our attention is a stunning installation, designed and 3D printed by one of our favorite architecture firms: Zaha Hadid Architects. More

Cleveland Indians baseball star Corey Kluber dons 3D printed New Balance cleats in MLB first

Apr.5, 2017 - Sportswear company New Balance recently used 3D printing to design a new pair of cleats for Cleveland Indians pitcher Corey Kluber. The shoes had special plates installed in them that were 3D printed based on data gathered about the player's pitching stance. More

Italian drone company Soleon uses 3D printing to improve battery life of crop dusting UAV

Apr.5, 2017 - Italian drone company Soleon has been using 3D printing to reduce the weight of drone components, improving the efficiency of its unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). One of its latest products, SoleonAgro, is an agricultural pest control drone with a laser sintered polyamide body. More

Is Chowbotics' $30K salad-making robot the future of food prep?

Apr.5, 2017 - Not sure what to have for lunch? How about a salad, expertly assembled and tossed by a robot named Sally? The food-making robot, developed by 'robots for restaurants' startup Chowbotics, is the latest in automated cuisine coming out of Silicon Valley. More

Aerojet Rocketdyne tests largest 3D printed rocket engine part made of copper

Apr.4, 2017 - Aerojet Rocketdyne's engineering team has completed the hot-fire testing of what it says is the largest 3D printed copper part for a rocket engine. The part was made from a copper alloy using laser sintering, and offers many benefits over the aluminum part that it is replacing. More

Lockheed Martin embraces 3D printing & VR to boost Air Force missile contract chances

Apr.4, 2017 - Defense company Lockheed Martin is planning to use 3D printing and virtual reality (VR) to lower the cost of intercontinental ballistic missiles (ICBMs) which it could soon supply to the U.S. Air Force. The company says parts like tubing, routings, bottles, and attachments could all be 3D printed. More

French initiative will 3D print 95 sq m social housing building near Nantes

Apr.4, 2017 - As part of Nantes' CityLab initiative, the University of Nantes will be 3D printing a 95m2 social housing structure in the La Bottiere district. The 3D printed building will be constructed using the university's patented BatiPrint3D technology. More

3D printed MucoJet device could make vaccinations needle free in next 5-10 yrs

Apr.4, 2017 - A team of researchers from UC Berkeley has developed a potentially game-changing vaccine administering device called MucoJet. The tiny device, which is made with the help of 3D printing, allows users to easily administer a vaccination without the need for needles. More

Injured pet guinea pig gets moving with tiny 3D printed wheelchair

Apr.3, 2017 - A touching story has come out of Ohio, where Luna, an injured pet guinea pig, was given a tiny 3D printed wheelchair to help it get around. The wheelchair was 3D printed by a teacher and students from the Lorain County Joint Vocational School. More

Santa Monica restaurant Mélisse reinvents classic French onion soup with 3D printed twist

Apr.3, 2017 - Santa Monica based restaurant Melisse has started serving an updated French Onion soup that features a tasty-looking 3D printed crouton. The crouton is 3D printed in a perforated cubic structure and is made out of an onion-flavored powder. More

3D printed steering wheel could guide University of Alberta eco-cars to victory at Shell Eco-Marathon

Apr.3, 2017 - Students from Canada's University of Alberta will drive two partially 3D printed eco-cars at the Shell Eco-Marathon Americas competition in Detroit later this month. The cars, named Alice and Sofie, both have 3D printed steering wheels with touch screens. More

3D printed 'coral prosthetics' could save Great Barrier Reef

Apr.3, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Sydney are using 3D printing to create 'coral prosthetics,' artificial structures that can support unhealthy sections of the Great Barrier Reef. Overheated and acidic seawater has damaged and bleached large sections of the huge coral reef system. More

3D printed Sentinel robot could increase traffic safety for police officers

Apr.2, 2017 - Two students at Duke University have designed a 3D printed robot to help police officers carry out routine traffic stops. 'Sentinel,' as the robot has been named, was created by Chris Reyes and Vaibhav Tadepalli in response to several violent altercations between police and motorists. More

Make your own 'super satisfying' 3D printed twist containers with Make Anything's Devin Montes

Apr.1, 2017 - Devin Montes, the 3D designer behind the Make Anything YouTube channel, has designed a set of 3D printed 'Super Satisfying Twist Containers' that can be downloaded for free and used to store small objects. Montes has also published a video tutorial covering how to make your own containers. More

UAE's Strata to build new 'Factory of the Future' for 3D printed aircraft parts

Mar.31, 2017 - Strata Manufacturing has announced plans to establish a second manufacturing facility at the Nibras Al Ain Aerospace Park in Abu Dhabi. The new facility, called Strata 2.0, will be built as a 'Factory of the Future' and will feature many advanced manufacturing technologies and solutions, including 3D printing. More

'Ring Stacking Method' fights heart disease: 3D printed guides used to make customized blood vessels

Mar.31, 2017 - Researchers at Wayne State University in Detroit have developed a 3D printing method for creating customizable blood vessels. The Ring Stacking Method could lead to new and improved ways of treating coronary artery disease. More

Australian woman smiles again thanks to 3D printed jawbone implant

Mar.30, 2017 - A team of Australian surgeons has successfully implanted a 3D printed maxilla jaw bone into a patient. The patient in question, Susie Robinson, suffered severe injuries to her face after a car accident, and only now, after many years of operations and treatments, can she smile again as she once did. More

3D printing helps blind Brazilian couple to feel their unborn child

Mar.29, 2017 - A visually impaired couple from Sao Paulo in Brazil have been given the opportunity to see their unborn child thanks to 3D printing technologies and a high-tech ultrasound imaging system. More

3D printed Italian Volt 'Lacama' motorcycle goes from 0 to 62 mph in 4.2 seconds

Mar.29, 2017 - Milan-based motorcycle company Italian Volt has developed a customizable electric motorcycle with 3D printed bodywork, frame, and swing arm. The Lacama goes from zero to 62 mph in 4.2 seconds, uses Brembo brakes and Ohlins suspension, and can be charged in just 40 minutes. More

BMW combines 3D printing & virtual reality to streamline vehicle design

Mar.29, 2017 - German auto manufacturer BMW, no stranger to 3D printing technologies, has announced its intention to combine additive manufacturing and virtual reality to help streamline and reduce the costs of its design processes. More

Nikita Replyanski's musical 3D printed prosthetic arms turn heads at Moscow fashion week

Mar.29, 2017 - Earlier this month, Moscow's Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week showcased some spectacular 3D printed prosthetic arms made by designer Nikita Replyanski and Russian prosthesis manufacturer Motorica. The 3D printed prostheses, inspired by robots and butterflies, were made using Autodesk Fusion 360. More

Siemens, UAE's Strata and Etihad Airways unveil first ever 3D printed aircraft interior part

Mar.28, 2017 - Siemens, Strata, and Etihad Airways Engineering are moving briskly along with their plans for the first ever 3D printed aircraft interior. The three-way partnership has unveiled its first major accomplishment in the project: a 3D printed plastic frame surrounding the media screens on Etihad Airways aircrafts. More

Mecuris NexStep: the world's first CE-certified 3D printed foot prosthetic

Mar.28, 2017 - Mecuris, a Munich-based manufacturer of bespoke 3D printed prosthetics, announced that it has shipped and delivered the world's first CE-certified 3D printed prosthetic feet. The prosthetic in question, called 'NexStep,' has been in development for some time, and with the CE mark it is now ready for market. More

3D printing used to restore world's only 1914 Delage Type-S grand prix car

Mar.27, 2017 - Grant Cowie, an engineer and pre-war motorcar specialist from Australia, has used 3D printing to restore a 103-year-old grand prix car. The vehicle, whose engine was recreated using a 3D printed sand mold, is the only surviving 1914 Delage Type-S in the world. More

BAE Systems speeding up aircraft with falcon-inspired 3D printed feathers

Mar.27, 2017 - Inspired by the physiology of the peregrine falcon, researchers at British defense company BAE Systems and City, University of London have developed 3D printed 'sensory feathers' and other new aircraft technologies that could be applied to real aircraft within the next 20 years. More

NASA's tiny 3D printed PUFFER robot could be the ultimate Mars rover sidekick

Mar.27, 2017 - NASA is developing a tiny 3D printed robot inspired by origami that is destined to accompany rovers in space. PUFFER (Pop-Up Flat Folding Explorer Robot) is capable of climbing and crawling over many types of terrain, as it can flatten itself, tuck its wheels in, and even lift itself up with its tail. More

Rave like Iron Man with the 3D printed Arc Reactor Orbit

Mar.27, 2017 - A group of enterprising young ravers from San Francisco have 3D printed a Tony Stark-inspired Arc Reactor Orbit. Perfect for creating your own light show on the dance floor, this one-of-a-kind orbit houses up to 8 LED lights, and can also be worn around your neck so you can 'walk the floor as Iron Man.' More

Adam Savage investigates the 3D printed robot skeleton of Ghost in the Shell in new web episode

Mar.26, 2017 - Ex-Mythbusters TV personality Adam Savage has gone behind the scenes of the highly anticipated blockbuster Ghost in the Shell, adapted from the original Japanese manga and the 1995 anime film. In the newest installment of Savage's web series Tested, the designer paid a visit to New Zealand's Weta Workshop, the practical effects studio behind Ghost in the Shell, where he got an exclusive sneak peak of the film's acclaimed props, models, and effects. More

Fisher Price uses 3D printing to help design newly released Batman BatBot Xtreme toy

Mar.26, 2017 - Fisher Price's toy design process uses 3D printed prototypes to explore various physical features of the toy before manufacturing. Its latest Batman-themed product, the Batbot Xtreme, was perfected using virtual reality- uploading the 3D design into a virtual environment for designers to test out More

3D printing news ICYMI: 2017 Hackaday Prize, Formlabs Form 1+ discontinued, Formide cloud solution, more

Mar.25, 2017 - In a week that saw a large number of dental 3D printing innovations showcased at IDS 2017, there was also additive manufacturing news from the U.S. Navy, SLA pioneer Formlabs, beloved tech website Hackaday, and others. Here's a quick roundup. More

LPW case study: The effects of gaseous corruption on 3D printed metal objects

Mar.25, 2017 - LPW Technology has released the results of an investigation it conducted into gaseous corruption of 3D printed metal objects. It suggests that, regardless of the method used, oxygen impurities in the final product can build up with repeated uses of a 3D printer, leading to imperfections in the material qualities. More

3D printed robo-fruit packed with sensors can test for freshness

Mar.24, 2017 - A new project by researchers in Switzerland will enable the freshness of large amounts of fruit to be determined more easily. Their 3D printed robo-fruits mimic the average physical characteristics of a particular fruit and are fitted with a temperature sensor, to give a more accurate reading than would otherwise be available More

3Ders interview with John Robertson, 3D printed jewelry extraordinaire & creative director of VerticesEdge

Mar.24, 2017 - With over 20 years of experience in digital 3D design, John Robertson is one of the most qualified individuals in the business. The multidisciplinary designer recently spoke with 3Ders about the state of 3D printing, 3D design, and his exciting new jewelry brand, VerticesEdge. More

Supreme Court ruling on cheerleader uniform copyright case could pose challenges for 3D printing community

Mar.24, 2017 - A new U.S. Supreme Court decision surrounding copyright laws that could impact the 3D printing industry has come from a seemingly unlikely case. The case, which started gaining attention a couple years ago, had to do with whether cheerleader uniform designs should be copyright protected. More

Color-changing 3D printed robot skin developed at MIT

Mar.24, 2017 - MIT researchers are developing 3D printed 'skin' for robots that changes color upon receiving physical stimuli. The technology was inspired by the golden tortoise beetle, or 'goldbug,' an insect whose golden exterior turns red when prodded. More

Promising start for Wiivv's 3D printed sandal Kickstarter

Mar.24, 2017 - 3D printed shoe brand Wiivv is gearing up for warmer weather with the launch of a Kickstarter campaign for its innovative custom-fit sandals, made using 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies. Backers can get their hands on a pair of bespoke flip flops starting at $70. More

UK cancer patient receives new jaw thanks to 3D printing

Mar.23, 2017 - A British man's jaw has been completely reconstructed with the help of 3D printing. The radiotherapy that was used to treat his throat cancer caused his jawbone to disintegrate. A 3D printed mold was made, and the missing jawbone was successfully replaced with bone from his leg. More

3D printed MAT(T)ISSE bio-prosthesis could revolutionize breast reconstruction surgery

Mar.23, 2017 - An innovative method for using 3D printed tissue-like lattice structures to reconstruct breast tissue for breast cancer survivors has been awarded the Theophile-Legrand first prize in France. The project, called MAT(T)ISSE, was pioneered by Julien Payen and Pierre-Marie Danze. More

Jamiroquai's Jay Kay dons light-up 3D printed headpiece in Automaton music video

Mar.23, 2017 - Jamiroquai fans will already be familiar with the British band's latest track, Automaton, which dropped in January. What fans might not know is that the light-up headpiece worn by frontman Jay Kay in the song's impressive music video was actually 3D printed. More

Researchers in Sweden induce 3D bioprinted human cartilage cells to live and grow inside mice

Mar.23, 2017 - Researchers at Chalmers University of Technology and Sahlgrenska Academy, both located in Gothenburg, Sweden, have used 3D bioprinting to induce living human cartilage cells to develop and grow in an animal. The breakthrough could be a step towards 3D printed body parts. More

3D printed orthoses could help out children with cerebral palsy

Mar.22, 2017 - A new method has been developed to make body braces for children suffering from cerebral palsy, thanks to the work of parents whose son succumbed to the disease. Making use of 3D printing and 3D scanning, their method provides braces that are a much better fit, and will drastically cut wait times. More

Canada Makes, FusiA, MDA partner to 3D print metal satellite parts

Mar.22, 2017 - Canada Makes has teamed up with FusiA Impression 3D Metal Inc., and MacDonald, Dettwiler and Associates Ltd. (MDA) to 3D print a part that will be launched into space this year. Canada Makes provided much of the funding for the project through its Metal Additive Demonstration program, while MDA designed the part and FusiA took charge of 3D printing it. More

3D printed robot hands could gain sense of touch with biomimetic forebrains

Mar.22, 2017 - A team of researchers from the University of Bristol in the UK are working on the development of a biomimetic forebrain that can be installed in 3D printed robot hands to increase their manipulation skills and applications. More

3D printed rocket launch startup Rocket Lab raises $75M in Series D round

Mar.22, 2017 - Rocket Lab, a Los Angeles- and New Zealand-based startup whose rocket boosters use 3D printed engines, has raised $75 million in a Series D financing round. The money will be used to expand manufacturing facilities for the Electron launch vehicle. More

Under Armour's $300 3D printed Futurist sneakers available March 30

Mar.22, 2017 - Under Armour has previewed its newest 3D printed shoes, dubbed the 'Under Armour Futurist.' The shoes, which will retail for $300 a pair, are expected to hit the market on March 30, 2017 in a very limited release. More

3D printing inspires UC Davis prof to tackle tricky 'moving sofa problem'

Mar.22, 2017 - Dan Romik, a UC Davis mathematics professor, has turned to 3D printing to help advance the problem of the moving sofa, which has stumped researchers for over half a century. More

Meet Firefly: the world's first 3D printed, tablet-powered smart mirror

Mar.21, 2017 - A group of University of California San Diego (UC San Diego) students and alumni have created the world's first tablet-powered smart mirror. The Firefly Smart Mirror, chiefly comprised of a 3D printed backing which fits an Android or iOS tablet, comes equipped with voice and gesture control, facial recognition, push notifications, and tons of apps. More

Divergent 3D and SLM Solutions partner to scale up Divergent Manufacturing Platform for 3D printed cars

Mar.21, 2017 - Divergent 3D, the company behind the amazing Blade 3D printed supercar, has signed a Strategic Development Partnership with German metal 3D printer manufacturer SLM Solutions Group. More

'Envision the Future' challenge invites makers to design 3D printed tools for the visually impaired

Mar.20, 2017 - MatterHackers and Enablingthefuture.org have teamed up again to launch their latest design competition, this time for 3D printed assistive devices and learning tools for the visually impaired. 'Envision the Future' is inviting makers of all ages to put their design and 3D printing chops towards a good cause. More

Natural Dental Implants presents cost-cutting 3D printed REPLICATE Tooth at IDS 2017

Mar.20, 2017 - Natural Dental Implants AG has unveiled a 3D printed version of its REPLICATE Tooth system at the International Dental Show in Cologne, Germany. The company currently has a prototype of the 3D printed tooth implant and plans to begin extensive testing on it this year. More

3D printed liquid battery could power (and cool) future computers

Mar.20, 2017 - Scientists at IBM Research Zurich and ETH Zurich in Switzerland have used 3D printing to build a tiny redox flow battery that can power computer chips while cooling them at the same time. The 3D printed liquid battery is just 1.5 millimeters thick. More

DuBox to showcase UAE's first 3D printed concrete structure at GMIS 2017

Mar.20, 2017 - The United Arab Emirates, which is aiming to become a world leader in the field of 3D printed construction, has announced an exciting step in realizing that goal: UAE-based construction company DuBox has unveiled the country's first locally 3D printed concrete element. More

E3D makes 3D printed molds for composite parts using its new soluble filament

Mar.19, 2017 - E3D has developed a filament, Scaffold, that can be completely dissolved in water. It has been experimenting with Scaffold, 3D printed molds, and composite materials, to produce all sorts of impressive parts. More

3D printed single cylinder engine runs on balloon power

Mar.19, 2017 - A hobbyist has 3D produced an engine that can be powered by an inflated balloon, or even by directly blowing into a valve. He used an Ultimaker 3 to print the device, and his designs, which were created on AutoDesk Fusion 360, are available for free download. More

Watch Michael Fassbender get 3D printed in new Alien: Covenant teaser

Mar.18, 2017 - AI corporation Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) has taken a leading role in the next installment of the Alien franchise. In a stroke of brilliant marketing, the new Meet Walter teaser for the upcoming Alien: Covenant film highlights both Michael Fassbender's leading role and AMD's growing stakes in the 3D printing industry. More

3D printed modifications for Oculus Rift Touch controller are now possible

Mar.17, 2017 - Oculus has published the 3D designs for its Touch controllers online. This will allow users with the expertise to 3D print their own modifications for the controllers, as well as potentially create their own devices and accessories, with a wide range of different uses More

Materialise 3D prints detailed scale model of New Albert Heijn distribution center

Mar.17, 2017 - Materialise has successfully 3D printed a highly detailed scale model of a warehouse run by Dutch logistics company Vanderlande. The building is the national distribution center for supermarket chain Albert Heijn in the Netherlands, and Vanderlande will be using the 3D model to demonstrate its new automated layout More

CeramicSpeed launches $1,700 3D printed hollow Titanium Oversized Pulley Wheels

Mar.17, 2017 - Danish bike company CeramicSpeed has just gone public with its newest luxury bike part. Created in collaboration with custom frame builder Mosaic Cycles and high-end wheel manufacturer ENVE, the new 3D printed hollow Titanium Oversized Pulley Wheels left cycling fans salivating at the North American Handmade Bicycle Show this weekend. More

Arizona State 3D prints Psyche asteroid model in preparation for NASA mission

Mar.16, 2017 - Researchers at Arizona State University's School of Earth and Space Exploration (SESE) have made a 3D printed model of Psyche, an asteroid roughly the size of Massachusetts. NASA will send a spacecraft to the asteroid in 2023, and SESE has received funding to carry out essential research. More

Amazing 3D printed butterfly dress sure to wow Vancouver Fashion Week attendees

Mar.16, 2017 - Vancouver Fashion Week is coming up and attendees can expect to see at least one piece of 3D printed fashion there. Up-and-coming Australian designer Charne Esterhuizen will debut her stunning 3D printed butterfly dress, made up of nearly 150 rubber 3D printed butterflies. More

French optician now offering customized 3D printed frames by Glass'yourself

Mar.16, 2017 - French optician Optique du Ferrain has joined the ranks of several eyewear shops around the globe that are offering customized 3D printed frames. The Neuville-en-Ferrain-based shop is the first optician to collaborate with Glass'yourself, a Mouvaux-based 3D printed glasses startup. More

Deutsche Bahn calls on suppliers to get on board with 3D printing

Mar.15, 2017 - Deutsche Bahn (DB), a German railway company that generates yearly revenue of almost 40 billion euros, used the Additive Manufacturing Forum Berlin 2017 to encourage suppliers to adopt additive manufacturing technology, which can reduce delivery times and inventory costs for spare parts. More

PERK: 3D printed pour over coffee machine launches on Kickstarter

Mar.15, 2017 - Maker Jakub Svec is launching PERK, a fully automated pour over coffee machine, via a Kickstarter campaign launching today. Made with the help of 3D printing, the coffee machine is said to rival some of the top 'third wave' coffee shops in the U.S. More

Toronto-based Revo Toys launches new 3D printed fidget spinner on Kickstarter

Mar.14, 2017 - A Toronto-based startup known as Revo Toys has launched a new line of 3D printed fidget spinners. The Revo Spinner is now backable on crowd-funding site Kickstarter, with early bird specials starting at $29 CAD. The hand-held toys are designed to help focus attention, increase creativity and keep fidgeting fingers busy. More

V-MODA launches new 'Remix' 3D printed Bluetooth Speaker and Headphone Amplifier

Mar.14, 2017 - V-MODA, an Italian audio device manufacturer has released its newest product 'Remix', a bluetooth connected speaker and headphone amplifier that can be customized with 3D printed casings and details. The audio device is retailing for $300, with added customization parts ranging from $40 to $370K. More

SXSW features Akinori Goto's stunning 3D printed light sculptures

Mar.14, 2017 - Japanese artist Akinori Goto, who is known for his stunning 3D printed and light-based art installations, has been given a platform at this year's SXSW to display his innovative work. There, Goto will be showcasing an installation called Toki. More

China's funeral parlors are going high tech with 3D printing and robots

Mar.14, 2017 - China's funeral industry has started adopting some high-tech elements, such as 3D printing and robots. 3D printing is being used to manufacture accurate facial reconstructions for corpses, and the robots are being used to decontaminate funeral parlors. More

Rize One 3D printer lets Boston Engineering print prototypes in the office

Mar.13, 2017 - Using a Rize One 3D printer, Massachusetts-based company Boston Engineering has been able to speed up its prototyping process. The company used the Rize 3D printer in its office, rather than a dedicated lab, since the printer requires no post-processing equipment or chemicals. More

Oxford Performance Materials gains European patent for 3D printed bone implants

Mar.13, 2017 - Oxford Performance Materials Inc. (OPM), a leader in high-performance additive manufacturing or HPAM, has made headlines again with a new European patent for its osteo-implants. Privately held OPM announced today that it has officially received a Notice of Decision to Grant a Patent from the European Patent Office. More

Stylish 3D printed T3TRA speakers now on Kickstarter

Mar.13, 2017 - Los Angeles startup Alienology Audio is aiming to bridge the gap between good quality and stylish speakers with its new 3D printed T3TRA speakers. The colorful and compact speakers are being featured in a Kickstarter campaign, which launched last week. More

Is Goodyear's 'Eagle 360 Urban' 3D printed concept tire the future of autonomous driving?

Mar.13, 2017 - The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company, which has been making tires for over a century, has unveiled its newest concept tire for self-driving cars of the future: the 3D printed Eagle 360 Urban. More

Researchers put 3D printed cheese under the microscope

Mar.13, 2017 - Researchers at University College Cork in Ireland have conducted a series of experiments to understand what happens to cheese when it is 3D printed. They found that the 3D printed cheese turned out softer, darker, and less sticky than untreated cheese. More

Six 3D printed accessories to fix common Nintendo Switch problems

Mar.12, 2017 - Since its worldwide release last week, the Nintendo Switch has enjoyed strong sales but mixed reviews, many of which point out irritating design flaws in the console. Makers are already popping up with 3D printed Nintendo Switch accessories designed to solve these problems. More

3D printed 'OpenScope' is your ticket to affordable digital night vision

Mar.11, 2017 - Instructables user MattGyver92, an architecture visualization specialist, has designed a 3D printed monocular night vision device. The device, dubbed OpenScope, features an adjustable camera, LED, and 3D printed enclosure. More

3D printing news ICYMI: Leapfrog Bolt prints Polypropylene, new 3D printed spinal implants, more

Mar.11, 2017 - The 3D printing stories you might have missed this week: Leapfrog Bolt used to 3D print with Polypropylene, GE partners with global manufacturing summit, UCL tests 3D printed tablets, new spinal implants 3D printed for surgery by Stryker, and more. More

Amazing miniature 3D printed solar systems, moons and planets that fit on your desk

Mar.10, 2017 - An online store run by a 3D printing hobbyist and astronomy enthusiast has a scale model of the solar system available to purchase. Everything has been faithfully replicated using 3D printing techniques, and the set is available in a range of different sizes. More

Boeing issues patent allowing for on-demand 3D printing of aircraft parts

Mar.10, 2017 - Boeing is planning to establish a new system where the designs for its aircraft parts will be stored in a virtual library. This will enable any replacement to be 3D printed on-demand, drastically reducing wait times for aircraft manufacturers. More

Canadian 3D printed prosthetics non-profit is in the running to win $750K from Google

Mar.10, 2017 - The Victoria Hand Project, a Canadian non-profit that is helping to make 3D printed prosthetic hands more accessible in remote and developing parts of the world, is in the running for a $750,000 award through Google's Impact Challenge. More

DIY: 3D print your own custom Apple Watch band using Ninjaflex

Mar.9, 2017 - The Ruiz Brothers have come out with a new DIY 3D printing project that Apple enthusiasts are sure to enjoy: 3D printed wristbands for the Apple Watch. The tutorial shows makers how they can create their very own DIY wristwatch bands using only a few simple tools, Ninjaflex flexible filament, and of course a 3D printer. More

Siemens produces first 3D printed part for Krško nuclear power plant in Slovenia

Mar.9, 2017 - A nuclear power facility in Slovenia was able to continue operation thanks to 3D printing reproducing one of its older parts. A team of engineers from Siemens reverse engineered the part, creating a 3D model which was then printed. It was the first time a 3D printed part has passed the incredibly high safety standards required by the nuclear sector More

Texas engineering students develop 3D printed Braille labels for consumer goods

Mar.9, 2017 - Undergraduate engineering students in Texas have been directly involved in a project that will allow braille labels to be 3D printed for consumer goods. They hope to develop a new portable 3D printer as well as the software required to use it, in order to make their project more widely available to the visually impaired community More

Low-cost FDM 3D printing can help in fight against liver cancer, says medical expert

Mar.8, 2017 - A researcher in Poland has developed a new technique for 3D printing model organs to use as surgical guides, successfully demonstrating his process during a liver cancer operation. The process is significantly cheaper, giving it the potential to be implemented much more frequently in surgery. More

3DHEART trial will study effects of 3D printed models in pre-surgical planning

Mar.8, 2017 - 3D printing company Stratasys has announced that enrolment for its new 3DHEART investigative trial is open. The 3DHEART initiative, which stands for 3D Hearts Enabling a Randomized Trial, is a clinical study to see the effects of 3D printed heart models for pre-operative planning for pediatric heart surgery. More

Multiple 3D printing processes bring Additive Manufactured Excavator (AME) to life

Mar.8, 2017 - Visitors to this week's CONEXPO-CON/AGG and IFPE 2017 construction expo have been able to witness Project AME (Additive Manufactured Excavator), the world's first 3D printed excavator, which was developed at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) in Knoxville, Tennessee. More

Feetz makes world's largest 3D printed shoes for teen with size 28 feet

Mar.8, 2017 - 19-year-old Broc Brown has been given a pair of customized 3D printed shoes—probably the world's largest—made by Feetz. Brown, who has Sotos syndrome, currently has size 28 feet, making it very difficult and expensive to find shoes that fit. More

Florida Senator Bill Nelson pushes for 3D printed gun legislation

Mar.7, 2017 - A Florida Senator is pushing to ramp up legislation for 3D printed guns. Senator Bill Nelson announced this past Monday that he has filed legislation with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, which would make it tougher to get 3D printed plastic firearms through security screenings. More

This lightweight 3D printed Trabeculae Pavilion is inspired by internal bone structure

Mar.7, 2017 - The Politecnico di Milano, Italy's largest technical school, has announced a special preview of its new 3D printed Trabeculae Pavilion at the upcoming Made Expo 2017. This stunning and highly experimental architecture is particularly notable for its extreme lightness, and innovative combination of biomimetic research and 3D printing. More

3D printing helps design duo Drzach and Suchy realize incredible 'shadow clouds'

Mar.7, 2017 - Swiss design duo Drzach and Suchy have used 3D printing to create some spectacular 'shadow clouds,' 3D objects that cast different shadows depending on the direction of light. More

3D printing an increasing source of medical aid in earthquake-devastated Nepal

Mar.6, 2017 - 3D printing has become an increasing source of medical aid in earthquake-stricken Nepal. In the wake of the 7.8-magnitude earthquake that devastated the country in April 2015, killing almost 9,000 people, Nepalese communities have been struggling to survive with under-resourced medical clinics. More

U.S. Army tests RAMBO, a 3D printed grenade launcher

Mar.6, 2017 - Researchers at the U.S. Army Armament Research, Development and Engineering Center have test fired a 3D printed grenade launcher called RAMBO (Rapid Additively Manufactured Ballistics Ordnance). More

Madrid Hospital successfully simulates catheterization procedure in 3D printed heart

Mar.6, 2017 - Gregario Maranon Hospital in Madrid has made headlines by simulating a catheterization in a 3D printed heart. The demonstration took place as part of Gregario Maranon's ongoing Pediatric Cardiology Course, which held its 23rd edition on Saturday, March 4. More

3D printing aids reconstruction of Lorenz cipher machine used by Germans during WWII

Mar.6, 2017 - Engineers from the UK's Government Communications Centre (HMGCC) are using 3D printing to recreate the Lorenz SZ42, an 'unbreakable' cipher machine used by Hitler and the German Army during World War II. Only four of the machines still exist. More

3D printed baby skeletons could provide vital feedback for training doctors

Mar.6, 2017 - A PhD student from Eindhoven's University of Technology has created an extremely lifelike baby mannequin using 3D printing. The mannequin, which includes a 3D printed skeleton, a heart with functioning valves, and lungs that can inflate and deflate, is built to be used by doctors in training. More

These 3D printed flower lamps give a glimpse of summer

Mar.5, 2017 - If you simply can't wait for summer to get here, check out interior designer Paula Szarejko's new 3D printed flower lamps. These bright, LED-powered modular lights are inspired by hollyhock flowers, effectively creating an already-blooming home garden. More

Williams Martini Racing Formula 1 team turns to 3D printing for prototype design

Mar.5, 2017 - Williams Martini Racing F1 has released the details of their 2016 racing car, which incorporated 3D printing into the exterior components of the front wing assembly. The decision may come as a surprise, since the racing championships have always featured cars relying on carbon fiber composites. More

3D Printing News ICYMI: Aetrex footwear acquires SOLS, Sintavia awarded $15M finance deal, 3D printed metals continue to soar

Mar.4, 2017 - This past news week was an exciting one for the 3D printing industry. In case you missed it, here are 6 news stories that have been generating considerable buzz in the world of additive manufacturing. More

3D printed Phonak Virto B-Titanium is the smallest Phonak in-the-ear hearing aid ever

Mar.4, 2017 - Phonak, a major hearing aid brand, has once again partnered with EnvironTEC, the leading 3D printing company in audiology, to launch a competitive series of customized, 3D printed inner ear devices using state of the art materials. More

Miniature Rolls-Royce for hospitalized children incorporates 3D printing into luxury design

Mar.3, 2017 - The world's smallest Rolls-Royce has just been unveiled at St. Richard's Hospital in Chichester, West Sussex. Children slated for surgery will now be able to drive themselves to the operating theatre, in the hopes that young patients' anxiety ahead of operations will be reduced. More

Could Washington state be getting a full-scale 3D printed replica of Dracula's castle?

Mar.3, 2017 - Mike Draghici, a software engineer of Romanian origin, is hoping to build a full-scale replica of Romania's famous Bran Castle (often associated with Dracula) on his Washington estate. Draghici has teamed up with Minnesota-based engineer Andrey Rudenko, the man behind the Rudenko 3D concrete house printer, to bring the castle to life. More

UCSD researchers make 3D printed blood vessel networks with ultra-fast UV bioprinting system

Mar.3, 2017 - Researchers at the University of California San Diego have used 3D bioprinting to develop a functional blood vessel network. The researchers say their work could advance the creation of artificial organs and regenerative therapies. More

South Africa's giant Aeroswift 3D printer could be used by Airbus & Boeing for titanium aircraft parts

Mar.3, 2017 - Aerosud and the CSIR National Laser Centre, makers of South Africa's giant Aeroswift titanium SLM 3D printer, are in talks with Airbus and Boeing about the possibility of 3D printing aircraft parts. The Aeroswift research project is backed by the South African government, and will create local jobs. More

PassivDom's 3D printed houses are smart, modular & eco-friendly

Mar.2, 2017 - Ukrainian startup PassivDom is hoping to revolutionize the housing market with its concept for a stand-alone, energy-efficient 3D printed house, ideal for off-the-grid living. The PassivDom house is based on a modular principle that could allow for many units to be assembled together. More

Home appliance manufacturer Electrolux trials 3D printing its spare parts with Spare Parts 3D

Mar.2, 2017 - Swedish home appliance manufacturer Electrolux has partnered with Singapore-based startup Spare Parts 3D. As part of a new pilot program, Electrolux will commission Spare Parts 3D to create 3D printed versions of spare parts for Electrolux products that are no longer in production. More

Carpenter completes $35M acquisition of 3D printed metal powder company Puris LLC

Mar.2, 2017 - Carpenter Technology Corporation (NYSE: CRS) has announced that its acquisition of West Virginia-based additive manufacturing powder producer Puris LLC is complete. The acquisition saw Carpenter buy Puris' manufacturing assets, patents, and intellectual property for a total of $35 million. More

US Navy Fleet Readiness Center Southeast 3D prints its first aircraft component

Mar.2, 2017 - Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE), the largest tenant command aboard Naval Air Station Jacksonville in Florida, has 3D printed its first aircraft component, a forearm-length piece of air duct tubing made from a composite material called Ultum 1085. More

Luxexcel's 3D printed ophthalmic lenses attain ISO standard

Mar.2, 2017 - Luxexcel's 3D printed ophthalmic quality lenses were found to be in accordance with the ISO 8980-1:2004 Focal Power standard. The 3D printed optics company will reportedly begin shipping its 3D printing platform to ophthalmic labs later this year. More

Custom self-lubricating linear axes 3D printed by igus within 48 hours

Mar.1, 2017 - Continuing its successes in the 3D printer manufacturing market, machine parts company Igus has released a new product, the SLTI3 linear axis and screw unit. Some of its components are themselves made using 3D printing, allowing for a high level of flexibility in design, as well as a highly durable material. More

Father 3D prints prosthetic arm for his infant son, hopes to help others with new startup Ambionics

Mar.1, 2017 - A Welsh father has made a custom 3D printed prosthetic arm for his infant son whose left arm was amputated just after birth. The father, one Ben Ryan from Anglesey, is the founder of Ambionics, a startup that is specifically dedicated to developing prosthetics for young children. More

Australian 'fanboy' charged for 3D printing and trying to sell imitation firearms

Mar.1, 2017 - A 27-year-old Australian man was picked up by authorities for trying to sell a 3D printed imitation gun online for $1 million. The man, Sicen Sun, had reportedly been manufacturing a number of imitation firearms using his own 3D printer.' More

Tramontana's ultra-rare, bespoke sports cars now available with 3D printed parts

Feb.28, 2017 - Barcelona-based automobile manufacturer AD Tramontana has teamed up with 3D printing bureau (and fellow Catalonian company) Eceleni to develop 3D printed components for its latest vehicles. The 3D printed car parts include dashboard components and wiper shafts. More

Hong Kong police use 3D printing to make detailed scale replicas of crime scenes

Feb.28, 2017 - A police unit in Hong Kong has purchased new 3D printers to help speed up the production of scale models of crime scenes. These painstakingly detailed recreations are used in criminal investigations as well as in court to test witnesses' testimony. More

How 3D printing helped create Ghost in the Shell's robot geisha masks

Feb.28, 2017 - Adam Savage and Richard Taylor from the Weta Workshop have given audiences a glimpse into how the special effects magic of the upcoming Ghost in the Shell film were realized. See how 3D printing played a part in making the film's stunning robot geisha masks. More

Poland's first major satellite plant announced, 3D printed prototypes underway

Feb.28, 2017 - The Polish company SatRevolution S.A. has just announced plans for the country's first satellite production facility that will collaborate with foreign industry players in the production of small spacecrafts. SatRevolution's Swiatowid will be the first commercial satellite produced in Poland, with two Rusalka PhoneSat nanosatellites soon to follow. More

UCLA researchers combine 3D printing with machine learning to develop medical sensors

Feb.28, 2017 - A team of researchers at UCLA have designed a new prototype for a plasmonic detector, used to pick up signs of diseases and infections. The device makes use of 3D printing and machine learning, giving it a wide scope for modification as well as allowing to be made more cheaply and efficiently. More

Porous 3D printed scaffolds could help athletes with ACL injuries recover faster

Feb.28, 2017 - Researchers at the Mayo Clinic's tissue engineering and biomaterials laboratory in Rochester, MN have created a porous 3D printed scaffold implant for patients undergoing ACL (anterior cruciate ligament) reconstruction. The 3D printed scaffold can facilitate bone regeneration. More

Thai startup Etran wants to put 3D printed electric scooter taxis on the streets of Bangkok

Feb.27, 2017 - Etran Group, a Thailand-based startup, is planning to launch a taxi service that uses 3D printed electric motorcycles. The company is hoping to raise 300 million Thai Baht ($8.6 million) to fund the venture, which could commence operations as early as September. More

Sound-shaping 3D printed metamaterials could be used to fight cancer and improve personal audio

Feb.27, 2017 - Researchers from the University of Sussex in the UK have used special 3D printed bricks to build sound-shaping metamaterials that can direct sound waves. The materials could be used to create audio hotspots or to destroy tumors using high-intensity ultrasound. More

French doctors successfully implant custom airway stent made with 3D printing

Feb.27, 2017 - A team of doctors from the CHU hospital in Toulouse have successfully implanted a 3D printed custom tracheobronchial prosthesis, marking a world first for the medical community. The implant was designed and manufactured in partnership with Anatomik Modeling, a Toulouse-based startup that specializes in custom-made 3D implants. More

CSIRO and Anatomics 3D print titanium and polymer sternum implant in medical world first

Feb.27, 2017 - CSIRO recently partnered with Melbourne-based medical implant company Anatomics and a team of UK doctors to implant a 3D printed titanium & polymer sternum into a 61-year-old patient. The operation marked the first time that a 3D printed sternum made from titanium and a synthetic polymer had been implanted. More

This year's Oscar statuettes 3D printed in upstate New York

Feb.26, 2017 - This year the iconic Oscar statuettes were 3D printed by Polich Tallix Fine Art Foundry in upper New York state. More

Kamp Studio's 3D printed espresso set combines elegance and sustainability

Feb.26, 2017 - The renowned design brand Kamp Studio has just released a new collection of sleek homeware and wearables including a stunning espresso set. While New Zealand-based designer Daniel Kamp has always been drawn to experimental ways of creating, his new Kemp Collection is particularly notable for combining 3D printing with traditional handcrafting. More

Malaysia's 3D printed mini-wonderland a whopping 17,000 square feet

Feb.25, 2017 - A team of ambitious young makers in Malaysia has completed a 17,000 square foot miniature wonderland, after 8 years of 3D printing. MinNature Malaysia can now officially count itself as Malaysia's largest miniature exhibition. More

Make your own 3D printed light-up Lego bricks

Feb.25, 2017 - DIY project site Adafruit has just released a new tutorial for 3D printing your own light-up Lego bricks. Made with tiny battery-powered LED lights, the Adafruit project is functional with any Lego-compatible brick, and offers several different colour options. More

3D bioprinted conduits can effectively promote nerve regeneration (now in rats, soon in humans)

Feb.24, 2017 - Researchers from Kyoto University in Japan have used 3D bioprinting to create tubular conduits that can regenerate damaged nerve cells. The group used a Regenova 3D bioprinter from Cyfuse Biomedical. More

Australian hospital adopts 3D printing to make patient-specific bone models for preoperative planning

Feb.24, 2017 - Surgeons from the Mackay Base Hospital in Queensland, Australia are using 3D printers to produce life-size, patient-specific bone models to help in the treatment of broken or fractured bones. It is the first hospital in the Queensland region to do so. More

3D printing helps Native Union design stylish 'Eclipse' charging hub

Feb.23, 2017 - Tech accessory design studio Native Union has developed a compact and sleek charging hub that keeps your USB cables and devices organized and accessible. The new product, called the Eclipse, was developed with the help of 3D printing. More

California prof says 3D printed Mars habitats should be made from Martian soil, not ice

Feb.23, 2017 - Behrokh Khoshnevis, an engineering professor at the University of Southern California, is working with NASA to develop a system for 3D printing habitats on Mars made of powder-like materials found on the planet. More

Polish researchers 3D print affordable preoperative liver model using FDM technology

Feb.22, 2017 - A team of researchers from the Jagiellonian University Medical College in Poland has successfully 3D printed a preoperative planning model of a human liver for only $150. The research project demonstrates that 3D printed, patient-specific surgical models can be made at an affordable cost using accessible 3D printing technologies. More

32-year-old undergoes successful face transplant thanks to 3D printing and the Mayo Clinic

Feb.22, 2017 - A medical team from the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota has successfully completed a facial transplant for 32-year-old patient Andrew Sandness. The incredibly complex procedure, which required over 50 hours of surgery, was made possible in part thanks to 3D printing technologies, which were used to produce 3D models and surgical guides. More

3D printed modular satellites could help Boeing cut costs

Feb.22, 2017 - Aerospace company Boeing is planning to use 3D printing in an effort to produce cheaper satellites in a shorter timespan. The 3D printed modular satellites would also require fewer workers to build. More

Stratasys partners with Team Penske to bring 3D printing to NASCAR, IndyCar racing

Feb.22, 2017 - 3D printing giant Stratasys has entered into a technical partnership with Team Penske, an American professional stock car and open-wheel racing team. The partnership will see Stratasys support Team Penske by providing equipment and services across its NASCAR and IndyCar racing platforms. More

Ohio boy with heart in wrong place breathes freely for first time after 3D printing-assisted surgery

Feb.21, 2017 - Surgeons at the Cleveland Clinic in Ohio have used 3D printing to operate on boy with Heterotaxy syndrome, a rare birth defect. Doctors said the boy's heart seemed to have 'two right sides' and no left, giving him serious breathing difficulties. More

Farsoon's 3D printed turbojet engine passes 100,000 rpm test

Feb.21, 2017 - Farsoon Technologies, a Chinese 3D printing company, has announced the successful testing of its 3D printed turbojet engine rotor pieces. The company says its 3D printed turbojet engine parts passed the 100,000-rotations-per-minute test. More

Open Bionics wins $1M prize from UAE for 3D printed bionic arms

Feb.21, 2017 - 3D printed prosthetic hand maker Open Bionics has taken home the International UAE Robotics for Good Award, a recognition that includes $1 million in funding. The award, which was presented to the UK-based startup this past Saturday, was given out as part of the UAE AI & Robotics Award for Good competition. More

Giuseppe Finizia's popular 3D printed PCB workstation gets 'crane arms' update

Feb.20, 2017 - Giuseppe Finizia, creator of a popular 3D printed PCB workstation released in 2015, has published an updated version of his project, complete with crane arms. The 3D printed workstation can be downloaded for free. More

VisLab's 3D printed VR headsets help students visualize the end of the world

Feb.19, 2017 - Matthew L Faerber, director of the Visual World Investigate Lab at the North Carolina Museum of Natural Sciences, has built a set of 3D printed virtual reality / augmented reality headsets that he uses to demonstrate the effects of climate change. More

Analogue Loaders is playful 3D printed stop-motion homage to the dreaded loading screen

Feb.18, 2017 - Raphael Vangelis has created a playful stop-motion homage to the dreaded loading screen. The London-based filmmaker, who spends long nights simply staring at his computer screen, decided to transform the symbols into something analogue and playful using 3D printed models. More

Preserving Syria’s heritage: 3D printing helps restore Palmyra busts destroyed by ISIS

Feb.17, 2017 - Restoration experts in Rome have used 3D printing to repair two damaged busts salvaged from the ancient city of Palmyra in Syria. A number of the city's buildings and artifacts have been damaged or destroyed by ISIS, who took control of the city in 2015 and then again in December 2016. More

Australians use 3D printing, VR to bring local dinosaur back to life

Feb.17, 2017 - After more than 200 Leaellynasaura bone fragments were found in New South Wales, Australia, scientists are using 3D printing and virtual reality (VR) technology to bring the dinosaur 'back to life' at the National Wool Museum in Geelong. More

3D printed custom-made motorcycle could break 250 mph world record

Feb.17, 2017 - Mike Eaton of Jessco Racing, a local motorcycle builder in Bellingham, Washington, is trying to break the world record for fastest land speed in the 3000 CC class ' and this summer he may finally be able to do it, thanks to 3D printed engine components. More

Researchers optimize 3D print infill structures by mimicking natural bone tissue

Feb.17, 2017 - A joint team of researchers has turned to the natural world for inspiration in creating incredibly strong yet low density parts that borrow heavily from patterns found in our bones. Their infill optimization process could help to 3D print stronger, more efficient parts. More

3D printed humanoid 'Roboy Junior' an AI breakthrough

Feb.17, 2017 - Researchers at the Technical University of Munich (TUM) and Swiss robotics group Devanthro have 3D printed a four-foot robotic humanoid complete with tendons, muscles, and bones. Meet Roboy Junior, the first prototype of the Roboy initiative, which recently scored substantial funding from additive manufacturing heavyweight EOS. More

India: First 3D printed titanium vertebrae implant helps 32-year-old woman walk again

Feb.17, 2017 - Doctors in India have helped a 32-year-old woman back onto her feet by rebuilding part of her spine with 3D printed vertebrae in a first-of-its-kind procedure. The patient had been suffering from spinal tuberculosis. More

3D printed Bobby Tailor luxury vehicles let kids ride in style

Feb.16, 2017 - German company Bobby Tailor is taking the standard of children's toy vehicles up a few notches. The company's luxury (and customizable) Bobby cars, which cost over €3,000, are made with the help of 3D printing technologies. More

NASA launches first ever 3D printed space art into orbit

Feb.16, 2017 - A 3D printed 'laugh sculpture' has officially become the first major artwork to be made in space. Printed aboard the International Space Station's (ISS) famed zero-gravity 3D printer, the unique art project was born from the mind of Israeli artist Eyal Gever. More

Tiny 3D printed camera lens could give drones eagle-eye vision

Feb.16, 2017 - A team of researchers from the University of Stuttgart in Germany have developed 3D printed lenses that can be used for miniature camera surveillance systems. The lenses, which employ 'foveated imaging,' come close to mimicking natural vision by offering a super-sharp central focus and wider peripheral vision than other cameras. More

Poland's first supercar, Arrinera Hussarya, contains 3D printed parts from OMNI3D

Feb.15, 2017 - Polish sports car manufacturer Arrinera Technology has teamed up with local industrial 3D printer manufacturer OMNI3D to 3D print parts for Arrinera Hussarya, Poland's first supercar. OMNI3D, known for its industrial FFF 3D printing solutions, says it helped manufacture functional prototypes for the supercar, as well as final parts. More

Customize your own 3D printed diamond necklace, made in the heart of Antwerp's Diamond District

Feb.15, 2017 - Belgian diamond brand Baunat has teamed up with mass customization startip Twikit to launch the Twikit Tool for Baunat Customized: an online tool that lets shoppers design their own diamond name necklace. Using 3D printed molds and expertly handcrafted diamonds, customers can have their name cast in G VS2 diamonds, on their choice of 18 karat gold chain. More

Metal 3D printing company Intech DMLS develops India's first jet engine series

Feb.15, 2017 - Indian manufacturing company Intech DMLS, which specializes in metal 3D printing solutions, has announced it is developing India's first locally made jet engine series. The jet engines will be destined for small aircraft such as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and Remote Controlled Aircraft. More

Mayor of London Sadiq Khan announces plans for UK's largest 3D printing centre

Feb.15, 2017 - The Mayor of London has announced a new proposal to transform the Thames Estuary into a global creative hub. The UK's largest 3D printing centre, which will be established in a new facility for the production of large-scale artworks, forms a major part of his plans. More

DIY 3D printed Raspberry Pi laptop case integrates official Pi display

Feb.14, 2017 - Matthew Rose-Innes, a maker from South Africa, has built a Raspberry Pi 'laptop' using the Pi Foundation Display and a 3D printed casing that incorporates a keyboard and touchpad. The laptop is part of a wider trend for printing cool housings for the tiny Pi computer. More

Researchers reveal how to build 3D printed bio-bots

Feb.14, 2017 - Researchers from the University of Illinois at Urbana Champaign have spent the past few years working on the development of a new class of bio-bots, which use muscle cells, 3D printed scaffolds, and electrical and optical pulses to move. Now, the team has decided to share its research so that anyone can make their own 3D printed bio-bot. More

Skelmet introduces extremely lightweight, custom-fit 3D printed sports sunglasses

Feb.14, 2017 - Massachusetts-based sports eyewear startup Skelmet has launched an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign for its innovative 3D printed custom-fit sports sunglasses. The company is using 3D scanning and 3D printing to make its bespoke frames. More

These auto-focusing 3D printed 'smart glasses' are a sight to behold

Feb.14, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Utah have used 3D printing to create a prototype pair of 'smart glasses' whose liquid lenses can automatically adjust focus. The 3D printed glasses could eliminate the need for bifocals. More

3D printing construction company Apis Cor prints 37 m2 house near Moscow, plans global expansion

Feb.13, 2017 - Apis Cor, an additive manufacturing construction company based in San Francisco and the Russian cities of Moscow and Irkutsk, has used its own construction 3D printer to build a 3D printed house in Stupino, near Moscow. Construction of the 37-square-meter building took less than a day. More

Primal Crafts: 3D printed metal jewelry inspired by Norse mythology

Feb.12, 2017 - Kristoffer Rønn-Andersen is the creative mind behind Primal Crafts: the Danish jewelry brand 3D printing in steel, silver, and titanium. Drawing inspiration from Norse mythology, Rønn-Andersen's stunning statement pieces strike a perfect balance between style and craft. More

Nissan Rogue: Rogue One Limited Edition comes with a 3D printed Death Trooper helmet

Feb.11, 2017 - Nissan has teamed up with Lucasfilm for their newest automotive model, the 2017 Nissan Rogue: Rogue One Star Wars Limited Edition, complete with 3D printed Death Trooper replica helmet. It's 'the closest you'll ever get to sitting in the cockpit of a starfighter,' says Nissan. More

Los Angeles doctor saves infant's life thanks to 3D printed model heart

Feb.10, 2017 - When 18-month-old Nate Yamane's pulmonary artery began narrowing due to a life-threatening heart condition, doctors at the Children's Hospital Los Angeles created a 3D printed model of the obstructed area, ensuring a successful surgical procedure. More

University of Michigan launches 3D printed orthotics program

Feb.10, 2017 - Researchers at the University of Michigan (UM) are implementing a new orthotics and prosthetics outfitting system: 3D printed assistive devices that will be customized to individual patients' needs, and reach them faster than ever before. More

3D bioprinted myocardial patch could boost heart attack recovery, Korean researchers say

Feb.10, 2017 - A team of researchers in Korea has used a 3D bioprinter to make a myocardial therapeutic patch for treating ischemic heart disease. When attached to the heart, the 3D printed patch can generate new blood vessels and tissues. More

CW&T's 3D printed lamp lights up Kickstarter

Feb.9, 2017 - The adorable family behind Brooklyn's CW&T art and design studio has just shown how wildly successful a Kickstarter campaign can be. Their newest venture, 100 3D printed Dropped Pendant Lights, raised almost $11,000, over 12,000% of its initial goal. More

3D printed soft robotic hand controlled by brain signals offers 'better interaction with the environment'

Feb.9, 2017 - Soft robotics researchers at the University of Wollogong (UOW) in Australia have used 3D printing to build a realistic robotic hand that can be controlled by brain signals and which has a surface texture similar to human skin. More

Porous 3D printed scaffolds help Rice University scientists tackle bone cancer

Feb.9, 2017 - Scientists at Rice University in Houston have used 3D printing to create porous, bone-like scaffolds that can be used to study bone cancer tumors. They found that the size and orientation of individual pores affected how cells proliferate in the absence of blood. More

Etihad Airways Engineering can now certify 3D printed aircraft parts under EASA

Feb.9, 2017 - Etihad Airways Engineering has secured the approval of EASA to design and certify 3D printed aircraft interior parts. The approval makes it the first airline MRO (maintenance, repair, and overhaul) service working under EASA to 'hold certification approvals for 3D printed parts flying on Etihad Airways aircraft.' More

New 3D printer installed at Middle East's only reconstructive surgery hospital

Feb.8, 2017 - A hospital in Jordan that offers reconstructive surgery to victims of violence in the region has installed a new 3D printer. It will allow the production of prosthetic eyes and ears, helping Medecins Sans Frontieres offer better care to enable to patients recover from the trauma they have suffered. More

Giant 3D printer builds clay model of iconic Devil’s Tower in new Anya Gallacio installation

Feb.8, 2017 - British artist Anya Gallacio is using a clay 3D printer for her latest work, Beautiful Minds. The installation at Thomas Dane Gallery in London uses the giant 3D printer to deposit wet clay in hexagonal patterns that will eventually resemble a scale model of Devil's Tower, the iconic mountain featured in Spielberg's "Close Encounters of the Third Kind". More

3D printed insole startup Wiivv Wearables looking well-heeled: $4M raised, competitor eSoles acquired

Feb.8, 2017 - Wiivv Wearables, a 3D printed footwear company, today announced that it has raised $4 million in Series A funding and acquired eSoles, a company known for its modular customizable footbeds. Wiivv lets customers order customized 3D printed insoles through a foot-scanning smartphone app. More

Engineer prototypes 3D printed multifunction walker for people with limited mobility

Feb.7, 2017 - Biomedical engineer Eliza Wrobel has designed and prototyped an innovative 3D printed multifunctional walker. The assistive device was prototyped using the ZMorph 2.0 SX multitool 3D printer. More

3D printing at the heart of filmmaker Nicola Piovesan's new sci-fi movie

Feb.7, 2017 - Italian director Nicola Piovesan has begun pre-production for his newest flick: Attack of the Cyber Octopuses. Piovesan's film promises to recreate the look and feel of 1980s sci-fi classics without relying on CGI. Instead, nearly all props, models, and set pieces will be 3D printed. More

3D printed expansion turbine could be 'huge step' on road to sustainable energy in Russia

Feb.6, 2017 - Scientists at Peter the Great St. Petersburg Polytechnic University (SPbPU) have used 3D printing to develop an expansion turbine for electric generators that operate on high-pressure natural gas. The research is described by SPbPU as a 'huge step' towards sustainable energy in Russia. More

3DX Industries to collaborate with Taylor Freelance on stylized metal 3D printed firearm part

Feb.6, 2017 - Seattle-based 3DX Industries has announced it will be partnering with firearm company Taylor Freelance to design and manufacture a stylized metal 3D printed magazine funnel. According to the companies, the 3D printed funnel will be used by sportsmen in competition events, trials, and training. More

Ottawa Hospital launches Canada's first medical 3D printing program

Feb.6, 2017 - The Ottawa Hospital is now the home of Canada's first medical 3D printing program. The new multi-department program, which will seek to improve surgical planning and make 3D printed prosthetic limbs more accessible, was launched in collaboration with the University of Ottawa, located in Canada's capital city. More

Siemens' 3D printed turbine blades withstand 1,250°C heat, 994 mph speeds to pass testing phase

Feb.6, 2017 - German manufacturing and electronics company Siemens has engine tested its new 3D printed gas turbine blades. The 3D printed components were tested at 13,000 revolutions per minute and temperatures beyond 1,250 degrees Celsius. More

OSF HealthCare teams with Caterpillar to 3D print multi-material surgical heart models

Feb.6, 2017 - Not-for-profit healthcare corporation OSF HealthCare has teamed up with construction giant and fellow Peoria resident Caterpillar to build a 3D printed model of a sick patient's heart. The 3D model will be added to the Jump 3D Heart Library, created to assist medical research on heart conditions. More

Build your own miniature, portable spy camera with 3D printed case

Feb.5, 2017 - Ever wanted to build your own camera but don't know where to start? Open source hardware company Adafruit has just posted a new guide for constructing your own mini spy camera. Although relatively low resolution, the miniature camera module is portable, features an integrated driver, and stores everything on a microSD card. Everything is housed within a basic 3D printed case. More

3D printed 'steam punk' Apple Watch cover combines high- and low-tech design

Feb.4, 2017 - Pittsburgh-based maker Jeremy Burnich has created a 3D printed Apple Watch cover that's as quirky as it is dependable: built from 3D printed and finished copper, the watch case has a resounding steam punk feel, effectively intertwining low-tech and high-tech sensibilities. More

Boeing contracts Oxford Performance Materials to 3D print 600 parts for its Starliner space taxis

Feb.3, 2017 - Boeing Co and Oxford Performance Materials are already blasting off with their Starliner partnership. Earlier this month, Boeing contracted Oxford, a leading player in high performance additive manufacturing (HPAM), to make 600 3D printed parts for Boeing's new Starliner space taxis. Now, Oxford has just secured an additional strategic investment of $10 million from the Hexcel Corporation. More

Loewe's latest menswear collection features 3D printed bracelet made by VOJD Studios

Feb.3, 2017 - Madrid-based luxury fashion brand Loewe has unveiled a 3D printed bracelet in its new autumn/winter 2017/18 menswear campaign. The bracelet, made in collaboration with Berlin-based VOJD Studios, was 3D printed in one piece using a selective laser sintering (SLS) 3D printer. More

60-year-old becomes first UK patient to receive 3D printed titanium sternum and rib implant

Feb.2, 2017 - In what has been described as a UK first, a man from Studley in Warwickshire has been given a custom-built 3D printed titanium sternum and ribs after having part of his own removed. He is the first patient in England and only the second in the world to receive such treatment. More

Pledge £35 for a trackable 3D printed turtle egg that could help save endangered sea turtles

Feb.2, 2017 - A PhD candidate at the University of Kent has come up with a new way to save endangered turtles using 3D printing. Helen Pheasey is the driving force behind Turtle Tracks, an initiative that will use 3D printed replica turtle eggs equipped with GPS technology to track poaching in Central America. More

Japanese researchers 3D print detailed visualization of electron cloud using new software

Feb.2, 2017 - Researchers from Tokyo University have developed a software capable of converting 'the distribution of physical quantities within space' into 3D printable data. The 3D printed models could help scientists better understand the relationships between molecular functions and the density distributions of electrons in an atom. More

A better, safer drone? 3D printed 'Bat Bot' flaps and swoops just like its namesake

Feb.2, 2017 - Robotics engineers have used 3D printing to create the joints for 'Bat Bot,' a futuristic flying robot that mimics the way bats move through the air. The winged creation, otherwise known simply as 'B2,' could serve as an aerial service robot. More

3D printing helps MIT scientists build hydraulic claw that scoops up fish (and could save lives)

Feb.2, 2017 - Scientists at MIT have used 3D printing to create a transparent hydraulic claw that scan scoop up live fish in water. Thanks to its soft and squishy structure, the hydrogel-based device could eventually be adapted for human medical purposes. More

UAE professor uses 3D printing to make highly personalized, advanced prosthetic arms

Feb.1, 2017 - A professor from the UAE University is developing artificial arms using 3D printing in order to drastically lower the cost of their production and to introduce an unprecedented level of personalization. The project is being conducted in partnership with the University of Michigan. More

Reports suggest Ferrari 2017 Formula 1 car will use 3D printed piston heads

Feb.1, 2017 - Ferrari is looking to improve its 2017 Formula 1 engine by using 3D printing technology to fabricate new and innovative steel alloy piston heads. The 2017 Ferrari, codenamed 668, is set to be unveiled on February 24. More

French students could soon be living in 3D printed housing built by X-Treee

Feb.1, 2017 - The University of Rouen's Mont-Saint-Aignan campus will soon be the site of 3D printed student housing. The project is being realized through a collaboration between French social landlord organization Habitat 76 and CROUS with the help of 3D printing company X-Treee. More

Majestic uses ISS 3D printer to 3D print data visualization of 'The Internet' in space

Feb.1, 2017 - Majestic, a British internet mapping and search engine company, has 3D printed a sculpture that represents 'the internet' in space. Thanks to the Made In Space Additive Manufacturing Facility (AMF) 3D printer, Majestic becomes the first British company to commercially manufacture in space. More

Sciaky 3D prints titanium tank for ISE Arctic Explorer AUV using EBAM tech

Feb.1, 2017 - International Submarine Engineering, Ltd. (ISE) has enlisted the help of metal 3D printing company Sciaky, Inc. and its innovative Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing (EBAM) technology to manufacture a titanium Variable Ballast (VB) for ISE's Arctic Explorer Autonomous Underwater Vehicle (AUV). More

World's first 3D printed graphene 'little black dress' unveiled in Manchester

Jan.31, 2017 - In what is surely a world first, wearable tech company CuteCircuit and the National Graphene Institute at the University of Manchester have used graphene to construct a stunning little black dress, all with the help of 3D printing. More

Successful implantation of 3D printed metal talus bone is first procedure of its kind in Hong Kong

Jan.31, 2017 - Doctors at Pamela Youde Nethersole Eastern Hospital in Hong Kong have used 3D printing to fabricate a metal talus implant for a motorcycle crash victim. The 3D printing procedure is the first of its kind to be carried out in Hong Kong. More

Yonoh's stunning 3D printed 'Perpetuum Calendar' now available on OTHR

Jan.31, 2017 - Spanish design studio Yonoh has created the Perpetuum Calendar, a 3D printed analogue calendar that incorporates an architectural aesthetic with tactile interaction. The stunning calendar is being featured on homeware brand OTHR's online shop for $470. More

Dubai dental clinics to begin using 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies within weeks

Jan.31, 2017 - The Dubai Health Authority has announced it is ready to launch additive manufacturing at 11 DHA-operated health centers within a matter of weeks. The first phase of 3D printing integration will be led by the Dental Services Department, which will begin 3D scanning and 3D printing patient impressions within weeks. More

New 3D printed spinning fidgets cost only $5 for all your fidgeting needs

Jan.29, 2017 - A young Canadian maker has launched a Kickstarter campaign for affordable, 3D printed fidgets: handheld toys that help users stay focused, attentive, and calm. Sean Hodgins, who self-identifies as a fidgeter, has dedicated himself to designing, producing, and retailing the world's most inexpensive spinning fidget, known as the Five Dollar Fidget Spinner. More

11-year-old girl who made glitter-shooting prosthetic has more 3D printed projects lined up

Jan.28, 2017 - 11-year-old Jordan Reeves, who last year made a 3D printed, glitter-shooting prosthetic arm, has become a source of inspiration for many. Since last year, Reeves has continued creating more 3D printed prosthetic accessories. Her latest project a device that combines a medical-grade prosthetic arm with 3D printed, changeable attachments. More

How to 3D print your own custom modules for Snap Circuits

Jan.27, 2017 - Maker Chuck Hellebuyck, from the popular CHEP Youtube channel, recently demonstrated how to design and 3D print custom modules for a Snap Circuit using beginner 3D modeling software TinkerCAD and a few easy-to-find snaps. More

60-cent 3D printed 'Lens Safe' ring keeps your SLR lens safe from thieves

Jan.27, 2017 - Rutger Geerling, a professional dance and music photographer, and his friend Mark, a sound guy for famous Dutch DJ Tiesto, have devised a remarkably simple and cheap solution for deterring lens thieves: a 3D printed ring called 'Lens Safe' that simply fits over your camera's lens release button. More

Kentucky middle schoolers 3D print 'Bat Bunker' to help save dwindling bat population

Jan.26, 2017 - A team of devoted middle schoolers in Kentucky is using 3D printing to save the environment, one bat at a time. Calling themselves Team Blackout, the students have designed a 3D printed 'Bat Bunker' to help save local bat populations. More

Swedish company OssDsign receives FDA clearance for 3D printed cranial implants

Jan.26, 2017 - OssDsign, the Swedish manufacturer of next-gen 3D printed cranial and facial implants, recently announced it received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. FDA for its OSSDSIGN Cranial PSI. The clearance means that the company's 3D printed cranial implants can now be marketed and sold within the United States. More

ArcheoRov: a 3D printed underwater vehicle that captures images at 100-meter depths

Jan.26, 2017 - Engineers from the Austrian University of Innsbruck have created a 3D printed ROV called ArcheoRov that is capable of swimming to 100-meter depths and capturing images. The vehicle could be used by marine biologists, environmentalists, or even search and rescue teams. More

Divergent 3D raises $23M to commercialize 3D printed chassis technology

Jan.26, 2017 - Divergent 3D, maker of the 3D printed Blade Supercar and developer of the innovative 'Node' platform for automotive manufacturing, has announced that it has successfully raised $23 million through a Series A funding round. The funding round was led by tech venture capital firm Horizons Ventures. More

3D printed mold helps researchers build microfluidics system made of LEGO bricks

Jan.25, 2017 - Researchers in California have used 3D printed molds to develop customized LEGO bricks, which can then be used to build complex microfluidics systems. The researchers say the system could assist with future studies. More

Murdoch Childrens Research Institute, Organovo partner to develop 3D bioprinted kidney

Jan.25, 2017 - 3D bioprinting company Organovo Holdings, Inc. will collaborate with Professor Melissa Little and the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute at The Royal Children's Hospital in Melbourne, Australia to develop an architecturally correct kidney that could be used in therapeutic applications. More

Sculpteo designers complete 1000km road trip on 3D printed bikes

Jan.24, 2017 - French 3D printing company Sculpteo has announced that two of its designers have successfully completed a 1000 km road trip from Las Vegas to San Francisco on 3D printed Sculpteo Bikes. More

Spanish research group develops skin-printing 3D bioprinter for commercial market

Jan.24, 2017 - Scientists from Spain have developed a prototype for a 3D bioprinter that can print functional human skin. They say the 3D printed skin is fit to be transplanted onto patients or used to test chemical products, cosmetics, or pharmaceutical products. More

Urban Alps unveils 3D printed 'inside-out' Stealth Key to combat key duplication

Jan.23, 2017 - Urban Alps, a lock and key specialist based in Z'rich, Switzerland, has created the Stealth Key, billed as the world's first metal 3D printed key with hidden internal mechanics. The key is built to withstand the rising threat of 3D printed key duplication. More

Siemens, Strata, Etihad Airways partner to develop MENA's first 3D printed aircraft interiors

Jan.23, 2017 - The Middle East and North Africa (MENA) could soon see the arrival of 3D printed aircraft, thanks to a new partnership between Siemens AG, Strata Manufacturing PJSC, and Etihad Airways. Together, the three companies are seeking to develop the first 3D printed parts for aircraft interiors in the region. More

Next-gen exercise bike startup Peloton using MakerBot 3D printers to race ahead of the pack

Jan.23, 2017 - New York City-based Peloton, a startup that produces next-generation exercise bikes with touchscreen consoles and WiFi connectivity, is using MakerBot 3D printers to prototype new designs. The company debuted its most recent bike at CES 2017. More

These mouthwatering modular chocolates were made with the help of 3D printing

Jan.22, 2017 - Australian design agency Universal Favourite has teamed up with the Bakedown Cakery to create a box of geometrically stunning chocolates. The stair-shaped morsels were made with a 3D printed mold. More

New Makerpad platform enables beginners to design 3D prints via smartphone

Jan.21, 2017 - Researchers at Purdue University in Indiana have partnered with the National Science Foundation to launch new Makerpad platform that turns your smartphone into a user-friendly design system. More

Nottingham engineers making lightweight SLM 3D printed car parts in new 'FLAC' project

Jan.20, 2017 - Engineers at the University of Nottingham in the UK are using 3D printing to develop lightweight automotive components, boosting vehicle fuel efficiency while reducing noise and CO2 emissions, as part of the ongoing 'FLAC' project. The parts are being made with SLM 3D printers. More

Wearable 3D printed fashion: 3Doodler announces top picks for 2016 Wearable Awards

Jan.20, 2017 - 3Doodler has announced the top picks for the 2016 3Doodler Wearable Awards. They include a 3D printed bra, a series of masks, and a bridal headpiece. More

Blue Origin incorporates 3D printed housing, turbine, nozzles, rotors into BE-4 rocket engine

Jan.20, 2017 - Blue Origin, the aerospace company owned by Amazon founder Jeff Bezos, is using 3D printing to build the BE-4, a next-generation rocket engine fueled by liquefied natural gas. The engine will power Blue Origin's New Glenn orbital rocket and potentially a United Launch Alliance rocket too. More

Startup with Purdue and NASA ties can 3D print rocket engines in just two days

Jan.19, 2017 - Tri-D Dynamics LLC, a startup co-founded by graduate students from Purdue University, is using 3D printing, or 'hybrid additive manufacturing techniques,' to create small rocket engines. Using 3D printing is purportedly faster and cheaper than traditional methods. More

Australian Kyle Worth charged for 3D printing handgun parts

Jan.19, 2017 - A man from Australia has been given a six-month suspended sentence having been found guilty of attempting to 3D print a handgun. According to the court that charged him, while the threat of 3D printed guns is not yet widespread, it does have the potential to become a serious problem in the region. More

Student group EnableUC working on 3D printed 'Luke Skywalker' prosthetic hand

Jan.19, 2017 - Meet EnableUC, the new student organization at the University of Cincinnati that pairs engineering students with people looking for a helping hand. The organization was founded by 22--year-old-Jacob Knorr. More

NZ fisherman invents 3D printed 'Keepa' to prevent injury to caught fish

Jan.19, 2017 - Tran Lawrence, a fisherman and self-proclaimed inventor from New Plymouth, New Zealand, has invented a clever 3D printed fishing device to help prevent injury to fish. The plastic 'Keepa' fish scoop allows fishers to safely handle fish once caught. More

Life-saving 3D printed heart model inducted into Boerhaave Museum

Jan.18, 2017 - The 3D printed heart model that helped Dutch doctors save the life of a three-month-old baby with a ventricle septum defect will soon be on display at the Boerhaave Museum in Leiden, the Netherlands. More

This 3D printed phone case can detect cancer

Jan.18, 2017 - A new study published in the scientific journal 'Nature Communications' shows how a 3D printed phone case could detect cancer-related genetic mutations. More

3D printed prosthetics company UNYQ expands, opens new office in Charlotte, NC

Jan.18, 2017 - 3D printed prosthetics company UNYQ has decided to expand its business to the U.S. East coast with a new office in Charlotte, NC. According to the UNYQ, the expansion will bring it closer to its biggest client base, and situate it closer to its partner 3D Systems, which is based in Rock Hill, South Carolina. More

Maison 203's 3D printed Bern Clutch to premiere at Maison et Objet in Paris next week

Jan.18, 2017 - Fashion-forward design brand Maison 203 will be unveiling a stunning new 3D printed clutch at the Paris trade show Maison et Objet next week. The item marks another step in the ongoing cultivation of 3D printing in the fashion world. More

3D printed optical tactile sensor wins top prize at 2016 Annual Soft Robotics Competition

Jan.18, 2017 - TacTip, a 3D printed optical tactile sensor developed by researchers at the UK's Bristol University, has won first prize in the 2016 Soft Robotics Competition in the Contributions in Soft Robotics Research category. The sensors could enable robots of the future to have human-like dexterity. More

3D printed 'Hummingdoc flip' device lets users record their heart rate for remote diagnosis

Jan.17, 2017 - A startup from Reno, Nevada has developed a 3D printed device that can turn your smartphone and Apple EarPods into a functioning stethoscope for checking heart rates. Called 'Hummingdoc Flip,' the new device could be a breakthrough for personal, at-home diagnostics, as well as telemedicine. More

Chinese company Jala Group using 3D printed skin to test cosmetics for Asian market

Jan.16, 2017 - Jala Group, a Chinese cosmetics company, has used 3D bioprinting technology to print artificial 'Asian skin,' complete with dermis and epidermis, that can be used to test cosmetics products for the Asian market. More

SALVO's 3D printed Lattice Cubed pen aims to write its way into history via Kickstarter

Jan.16, 2017 - Technology-focused design startup SALVO has launched a Kickstarter campaign for Lattice Cubed, a 3D printed titanium pen. Described as a 'reinvention of the classic writing instrument for the modern generation,' the Lattice Cubed is available at an early bird price of '225. More

Israeli dentists seek partnership with Philippines to promote 3D printed implants

Jan.16, 2017 - A team of Israeli dentists has met with dentists in the Philippines to discuss the establishment of a medical cooperation between Tel Aviv and Manila's top dental professionals. As part of the cooperation, Israel's advanced dental 3D printing technologies would be expanded to the Southeast Asian country. More

These 3D printed sculptures bloom like hypnotic flowers when spun under strobes

Jan.15, 2017 - California-based designer and Stanford University Lecturer John Edmark has been mesmerizing crowds around the globe with his 3D printed sculptures known as 'Blooms.' More

Stanford engineers use 3D printing to transform children's toy into 20-cent malaria diagnosis device

Jan.15, 2017 - Scientists at Stanford University have developed a potentially life-saving 3D printed tool inspired by a whirligig, a spinning toy that dates back to the Bronze Age. The new device could help healthcare workers diagnose malaria in areas lacking precise laboratory equipment. More

'Paper Watch' combines 3D printing and household materials in cheap alternative to Apple Watch

Jan.14, 2017 - Researchers in Saudi Arabia have invented a cheap, easy alternative to the Apple Watch that could make fitness tracking affordable to consumers worldwide. Meet the “paper watch,” a wearable device that combines common household items such as aluminum foil and sponges with silicon-based soft sensors. More

Dutch students prepare to launch entirely 3D printed rocket

Jan.13, 2017 - Students at Inholland University of Applied Science in the Netherlands have begun building an entirely 3D printed, fly-ready rocket, heralding a promising future in 3D printing education. More

AddUp Solutions developing 3D printed molds to improve Michelin tire performance

Jan.13, 2017 - The Michelin Group and industrial engineering group Fives Group S.A. have spoken about their joint venture 'AddUp Solutions,' a metal 3D printing project. AddUp is developing a line of metal 3D printers, and will use 3D printed molds to improve Michelin tire performance. More

3D Rider: Zortrax 3D prints functional motorcycle

Jan.12, 2017 - Polish 3D printer manufacturer Zortrax has created a 3D printed motorcycle to demonstrate the power of its warp-resistant materials. The middleweight-class 3D printed bike was printed on Zortrax M200 and M300 3D printers. More

Ioan Florea's 3D printed Liquid Metal Ford Torino up for auction next week

Jan.12, 2017 - The stunning 3D printed Liquid Metal Ford Torino, made by Romanian artist Ioan Florea, will go up for auction on January 18, 2017. It will be the first ever 3D printed car to cross an auction block. More

3D scanning helps uncover 350M-year-old tetrapod fossil in Scotland

Jan.11, 2017 - Palaeontologists in Scotland have used micro-CT scans to uncover one of the first animals to crawl up out of the water and walk the shores of land. The fossil, affectionately named Tiny, dates back to roughly 350 million years ago. More

DOD unveils world's largest swarm of 3D printed micro-drones

Jan.11, 2017 - The U.S. Department of Defense has announced that it has successfully tested a swarm of 3D printed micro-drones. The drone swarm, called Perdix, is made up of autonomous micro-drones that are capable of collective decision-making, adaptive formation flying, and self-healing. More

Renault Trucks using 3D printers to make lighter, more efficient engines

Jan.11, 2017 - French truck and military vehicle manufacturer Renault Trucks is reportedly working on developing a metal 3D printing process that will help boost engine performance. Additive manufacturing is expected to help make engines more compact and lightweight and thus more efficient. More

Eco-friendly 3D printed fashion collection features secret braille messages

Jan.10, 2017 - German fashion designer Babette Sperling has used 3D printing to create a line of stunning eco-friendly clothes that are decorated with braille. The designer used BioInspiration's flexible and compostable WillowFlex filament to make the garments. More

3D printed medical implant startup Supercraft3D raises $1M

Jan.10, 2017 - Singapore-based medical 3D printing startup Supercraft3D has announced that it has raised $1 million in investments, largely from Binny Bansal, the cofounder of e-commerce platform Flipkart. More

ActivArmor uses 3D scanning to create breathable, water-safe alternative to casts and splints

Jan.9, 2017 - ActivArmor, a Colorado-based company that makes custom-fit medical casts, is using 3D scanning technology to ensure that each patient receives a perfectly fitted device. The company has also used 3D printing to prototype its affordable, water-safe products. More

Student 3D prints prosthetic hand inspired by Metal Gear Solid's Venom Snake

Jan.9, 2017 - A Philadelphia-based industrial design student has created a functional 3D printed prosthetic arm inspired by Venom Snake, a character from the video game Metal Gear Solid V: The Phantom Pain. The impressive 3D printed prosthetic can be replicated by anyone, as the maker has made his 3D files open source. More

3D printed ‘Robird’ airport drones preparing for U.S. migration

Jan.9, 2017 - Clear Flight Solutions, a Dutch company that has developed 3D printed, wing-flapping bird drones called 'Robirds,' is ready to go international once it has finished trialling its product at a European airport. The 3D printed birds can be used to scare off real birds, which can damage aircraft. More

3D printed Trillennium Man shows how human skeleton could evolve

Jan.9, 2017 - Scientists from Oxford University have used 3D modeling and printing technologies to create interactive 3D models of human joints. The interactive models, which are based on 3D scans of over 200 individual bone specimens, demonstrate the history of common joint complaints and present how they are expected to evolve. More

3D printed models help surgeon rebuild cyclist's broken jaw after bike accident

Jan.9, 2017 - A British man who suffered a serious facial injury from a cycling accident now has a rebuilt and functioning jaw thanks to a team of dedicated doctors who used 3D printing technologies to help in the rebuilding process. More

Sip your morning coffee from a NASA-certified 3D printed space cup

Jan.8, 2017 - Oregon-based spacecraft fluid system firm IRPI has developed a 3D printed coffee cup, specially designed to be used in zero-gravity environments. For those of us who only dream of being astronauts, the firm has released the 3D printed space mug to the public through a side project called Spaceware. More

This incredible 3D printed supercar helps Divergent 3D steal the show at CES in Las Vagas

Jan.8, 2017 - 3D printing automotive startup Divergent 3D has just sealed a major partnership with luxury car maker Peugeot More

Shir Atar's 'Hairline' project features fully 3D printed hairy statues

Jan.7, 2017 - For anyone with a nostalgia for Chia Pets, we may have found this decade's equivalent: an art project called 'Hairline'. Created by designer Shir Atar, Hairline consists of a number of 3D printed head statues, each with a wildly different head or face of 3D printed hair. More

UK designer invents 3D printed camera rig to help terminally ill photographer take pictures again

Jan.6, 2017 - Inventor Jude Pullen has worked with 23-year-old disabled photographer James Dunn to invent a system for remotely controlling a camera via smartphone and tablet. The 23-year-old photographer has a rare genetic condition known as epidermolysis bullosa. More

Johnson & Johnson and Aspect Biosystems begin work on 3D printing knee cartilage

Jan.6, 2017 - Aspect Biosystems announced a new research collaboration with DePuy Synthes Products (Johnson & Johnson company) that will see Aspect's Lab-on-a-Printer bioprinting platform being used to develop 3D bioprinted knee meniscus suitable for surgical therapy. More

These 3D printed modules can be used to absorb sound at home or in the office

Jan.6, 2017 - Maker Julien Dorra has developed a 3D printable noise absorption system that can be fabricated on a low-cost 3D printer. The open-source modules of the system are based on acoustic research literature from 1975 up to 2016. More

3D printed clothing could be commonplace in just 10 years, Google expert Ray Kurzweil predicts

Jan.6, 2017 - Ray Kurzweil, a machine learning expert at Google, has predicted that 3D printed clothing will experience a surge in popularity over the next decade. The expert says the growing number of 3D printable materials and easy-to-use CAD applications will act as catalysts for the trend. More

Tiny 3D printed biobots could dispense drug doses from inside your body

Jan.5, 2017 - Samuel Sia, a professor of biomedical engineering at New York City's Columbia University, has developed a 3D printed biobot that can be implanted in the body to release controlled doses of drugs. The amazing device can be controlled from outside the body using only magnets. More

Personalized, 3D printed earnotz wireless earphones launches on Kickstarter

Jan.5, 2017 - Ill-fitting, uncomfortable earbuds have been a common affliction since the tech was first invented. But earnotz, an American startup specializing in custom 3D printed earphones, is one of the few companies doing anything about it. More

3D printed handguns pose serious threat, an Australian police force says

Jan.4, 2017 - Police in New South Wales (NSW), Australia are cracking down on 3D printed guns like never before. NSW Police Chief Wayne Hoffman has announced a new focus on 3D printed guns as part of his team’s ongoing ballistics research. More

3D printed stretchable electronics may be here to stay

Jan.4, 2017 - The emerging field of stretchable electronics is no longer the stuff of science fiction, according to a recent study published in the January 2017 issue of 'Micromachines' journal. More

3D printing helps NASA experts develop incredible Ice Dome for Mars

Jan.4, 2017 - A group of designers, architects, and NASA experts has unveiled the Mars Ice Dome, a concept for an ice-based habitat that could be used on Mars. The concept is an evolution of the Mars Ice House, winner of NASA's 2015 3D Printed Habitat Challenge. More

3D print your very own portable acoustic tractor beam

Jan.4, 2017 - Researcher Asier Marzo has released a tutorial on how to build your very own 3D printed acoustic tractor beam. The device, which can levitate and attract small objects such as beads or insects, can be built for under $70. More

This new 3D printed bone implant features hundreds of tiny claws, increased durability & longer lifetime

Jan.3, 2017 - Researchers from the National University of Ireland, Galway (NUI Galway) have partnered with UK-based additive manufacturing company 3T RPD to develop a highly innovative 3D printed bone implant. More

U.S. Army researchers can build mission-specific 3D printed drones in just 24 hours

Jan.3, 2017 - Engineers at the U.S. Army Research Laboratory have performed flight tests on 3D printed drones that could be used to assist soldiers. Using mission planning software, the engineers can fabricate and deliver a mission-specific 3D printed UAV in just 24 hours. More

3D printed skull helps baby born with craniosynostosis enjoy his first Christmas

Jan.3, 2017 - A New York family has had a happy 2016 holiday largely in part to a team of dedicated doctors and their innovative use of 3D printing technologies. More

Team Unlimbited outfits kids around the world with colourful 3D printed prosthetics, free of charge

Jan.2, 2017 - Working out of an unassuming garden shed, Team Unlimbited is a self-funded project that gives children with disabilities around the world 3D printed arms and hands, completely free of charge. More

Luke's Toy Factory brings local manufacturing back with made in USA, 3D printed toy trucks

Jan.2, 2017 - In an effort to bring local manufacturing back into the toy industry, one father-son team has founded Luke's Toy Factory. So far, the company has released 4 toy truck models, each made from plastic wood composites, which it has developed with the help of 3D printing. More

3D printing helps in the discovery that spiders can actually hear sounds

Jan.2, 2017 - Researchers from Cornell University have discovered that jumping spiders, long thought to have no hearing faculties, can actually sense sounds through the hairs on their legs called trichobothria. The discovery was made in part thanks to a 3D printed contraption that held the spider in place for experiments. More

New gDraw software lets you make your own 3D printed greeting cards

Jan.1, 2017 - Berlin-based maker Niklas Roy has released a free software package that creates 3D printed greeting cards. Consisting of a 2D drawing program which creates a 3D printable G-Code file, the aptly named gDraw lets you print out your 2D greeting card drawing on your home 3D printer. More

3D print your own modular medieval castle play-set

Jan.1, 2017 - Tim Wahlström and Sweden-based CreativeTools have unveiled their amazing modular 3D printable castle play-set. The set, which consists of over 75 individually designed 3D printable parts, can be accessed for free through Thingiverse. More

Gartner: 3D printing to accelerate in manufacturing industries in 2017

Dec.31, 2016 - Research and advisory firm Gartner has released its predictions for 3D printing technologies in 2017. Additive manufacturing is expected to grow and be adopted within a number of manufacturing industries. More

3D printing in 2016: year in review

Dec.30, 2016 - 3D printing in 2016: XJet, Nano Dimension, Carbon, and Rize did exciting things; printing giant HP entered the additive manufacturing market; and specific 3D printing technologies like 3D bioprinting reached new levels of sophistication. Here are the most important 3D printing stories of the year. More

€1,200 3D printed Youbionic hand can replace or supplement a limb

Dec.30, 2016 - Federico Ciccarese, an engineer from Italy, has announced the availability of Youbionic, a 3D printed robotic hand that can be controlled with muscle movement. The device can be used to replace a missing hand or as a supplemental second hand to increase the physical capabilities of the wearer. More

Mercedes partners with FATHOM 3D printing studio on intelligent cargo space management system

Dec.29, 2016 - Mercedes-Benz has teamed up with the California-based 3D printing studio FATHOM to engineer a sophisticated cargo delivery management system. Using electromechanical tiles embedded with sensors, cargo delivery companies can now actively track packages from inside the delivery vehicle. More

New study asks: will people actually eat 3D printed foods?

Dec.29, 2016 - As 3D printed food technology grows, the question remains: will people actually eat 3D printed edibles? Researchers from the University of Canberra have conducted a survey to gauge whether people would actually consider adding some 3D printed eats to their regular diet. More

Russian scientist says 3D printed satellite entering orbit in 2017

Dec.29, 2016 - Alexey Yakovlev, head of the Institute of High Technologies at Tomsk Polytechnic University in Russia, has just given an update on the groundbreaking Tomsk-TPU-120, a fully 3D printed CubeSat that will be placed into orbit in 2017. More

Iranian artist challenges gender norms with awesome 3D printed Middle Eastern Goddesses

Dec.29, 2016 - In her solo exhibition at Brooklyn gallery TRANSFER, Iranian-American artist Morehshin Allahyari creates 3D printed pieces of forgotten goddesses form Middle Eastern mythology. More

Russian space agency Roscosmos to 3D print living tissue on ISS

Dec.29, 2016 - Russian scientists are planning to install and operate a 3D bioprinter aboard the International Space Station, according to an official source. They believe that microgravity conditions could actually improve the bioprinting process. More

Car fanatic makes incredible 3D printed model of Chevrolet Camaro V8 LS3 engine

Dec.28, 2016 - Maker Eric Harrell has made a working 3D printed model of a Chevrolet Camaro V8 LS3 engine. The car lover used a combination of 3D files from the internet and his own models based on images, repair manuals, and diagrams. More

Scientists are one step closer to 3D printing hearts with bioprinted beating heart cells

Dec.28, 2016 - Scientists from the Sydney-based Heart Research Institute (HRI) have developed a bioprinter that is capable of 3D printing human cells that could be used to repair damaged heart tissues. The breakthrough marks a step forwards towards eventually 3D printing a whole heart. More

3D printed breathalyzer can diagnose 17 different diseases with 86% accuracy

Dec.28, 2016 - A 3D printed breathalyzer that costs as little as $29 to make has been used to 'sniff out' 17 different diseases, including Parkinson's and eight types of cancer. The device uses gold nanoparticles that react to certain exhaled chemicals, and is claimed to be 86% accurate. More

200 3D printed toys to be hidden around San Francisco for a city-wide scavenger hunt

Dec.27, 2016 - San Francisco is being invaded! By 3D printed toys, that is. 25-year-old software developer Ben Baltes has launched a city-wide scavenger hunt for 3D printed toys across San Francisco. More

South Korean government to invest further in 3D printing, AI, 5G service, and more

Dec.27, 2016 - The South Korean government has unveiled its plans to invest in a wide range of growth-driving technologies. Included in the plans are 3D printing technologies, artificial intelligence, IoT, self-driving cars, and a new 5G network. More

Concrete 3D printing startup Cazza Construction to create 3D printed buildings in Dubai

Dec.27, 2016 - Architectural 3D printing startup Cazza Construction is working with the Dubai Government to implement concrete 3D printing systems in the UAE city. Cazza will start sending engineers to Dubai in 2017 with the intention of creating 3D printed buildings. More

Dutch artist Paco Raphael creates large-scale 3D printed 'Bambi' deer sculptures

Dec.27, 2016 - Dutch artist Paco Raphael has ventured into the world of 3D with his series of 3D printed deer sculptures. Part of his "Bambies" collection, the 3D printed statues were made in collaboration with i.materialise. More

Chinese farmer builds his own construction 3D printer to make greenhouses

Dec.27, 2016 - While many companies around the globe are doing their best to push forward and advance construction 3D printing, a fruit farmer from China has taken it upon himself to create his very own construction 3D printer, which—as it turns out—actually works quite well. More

Could 3D printed Michelin tires help Tesla win Le Mans 2030?

Dec.26, 2016 - Jeroen Claus and Fabian Brees, two concept car designers from Belgium, have imagined what a Tesla entry into the 2030 24 Hours of Le Mans race might look like. The futuristic vehicle design features 3D printed Michelin tires and an augmented reality windshield. More

Create your own 3D printed ‘Mutoscope' flip book machine

Dec.26, 2016 - John Croucher, the 3D printing enthusiast behind the Fail Try Again blog, has used 3D printing to create a DIY flip book machine, otherwise known as a Mutoscope. 3D printable files for the 24-frame motion picture device can be downloaded from Thingiverse. More

Overwatch fans will love this 3D printed 'Bastion' PC case

Dec.25, 2016 - Bastion, the lovable robot from the immensely popular Overwatch video game, has been turned into a 3D printed desktop computer, complete with an Intel Core i5 6200U CPU and HD Graphics 520'ample power for playing Overwatch. More

3Ders' top 15 3D printed Christmas ornaments and decorations

Dec.24, 2016 - Check out our top picks for 3D printable holiday games, decorations, accessories, and Christmas baubles! More

Smartphone and 3D printed parts combine to create cheap and easy live cell imaging

Dec.23, 2016 - Researchers at Uppsala University have invented a new way to make live cell imaging technology affordable and easy to assemble yourself. All it takes is a smart phone, a few 3D printed parts, and some off-the-shelf electronics. More

7-Eleven and drone maker Flirtey carry out 77 drone deliveries in Nevada

Dec.23, 2016 - Drone delivery company Flirtey has announced that convenience store 7-Eleven has used its drones on 77 autonomous delivery missions. The drones delivered flu medicine, hot food, and other items to customers' homes in Reno, Nevada. More

Four-year-old boy has xmas wish come true with 3D printed Iron Man bionic hand

Dec.23, 2016 - A four-year-old boy from Doncaster, UK is the proud new owner of a custom 3D printed Iron Man hand. More

I (do), Robot: woman to marry a 3D printed InMoov robot

Dec.23, 2016 - A woman from France is engaged to a 3D printed robot called InMoovator. According to sex robot experts, this could be a normal occurrence within the next 35 years. More

Farmers in Myanmar benefit from new 3D printed tools

Dec.23, 2016 - Yangon-based organization Proximity Designs is helping Myanmar's farmers by developing innovative 3D printed tools and equipment. More

NANORESTART conservation project looks to endangered 3D printed artworks

Dec.23, 2016 - A European research team known as NANORESTART is pushing the boundaries of modern and contemporary art conservation ' an initiative that could considerably impact the lifetimes of endangered 3D printed artworks More

3D printed prototypes that 'shred the gnar': Burton Snowboards launches Step-on Binding system

Dec.23, 2016 - International snowboarding company Burton has incorporated 3D printing into their newest product launch: an advanced Step-on Binding system which allows snowboarders increased ease and swiftness when snapping their boots onto their board More

FDA explains its role in medical 3D printing with dubstep-heavy '3 Rs of 3D printing' video

Dec.22, 2016 - Regulation, Research, and Resource. According to a new video, those three Rs are the ways in which the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is concerned with 3D printing in the medical industry. More

Europe to explore 3D printing applications for military and defense

Dec.22, 2016 - The European Defence Agency has just announced it is launching a new defence-related Additive Manufacturing project. The initiative will explore how 3D printing technologies can benefit and be applied within the defense and military context. More

Amazing 3D printed Vortex Dress is out of this world

Dec.22, 2016 - Following a successful Kickstarter campaign, Chicago-based fashion designer Laura Thapthimkuna has just unveiled her newest creation: the Vortex Dress, a stunning galaxy-inspired piece made entirely through 3D printing More

Tech community helps father develop 3D printed myoelectric elbow for 5-year-old daughter

Dec.21, 2016 - Maker Bodo Hoenen has used 3D printing to make a robotic elbow for his daughter, Lorelei. After being diagnosed with AFM, a rare, polio-like condition, Lorelei suffered near-total paralysis of her upper left arm, but the 3D printed device is helping in her rehabilitation. More

Engineer creates 1:25 3D printed model of new apartment to work out furniture arrangement

Dec.21, 2016 - Craig Broady, an engineer at SLA 3D printing specialist Formlabs, has used 3D printing to create a 1:25 scale model of his future apartment. Broady used the model to determine furniture arrangement in the small and awkwardly shaped apartment prior to moving in. More

3D printed gingerbread house lets you celebrate Christmas the Scandinavian way

Dec.20, 2016 - William Kempton, a design researcher at the Oslo School of Architecture and Design, has made what might be the world's first 3D printed gingerbread house. The edible Christmas abode was made from a hardened gingerbread dough printed on a DeltaWASP 20 40 clay 3D printer. More

3D printed facial reconstruction aids investigation into body found in Ohio

Dec.20, 2016 - A forensic artist with the Ohio Bureau of Criminal Investigation has made a partially 3D printed facial reconstruction of a woman whose remains were found in Greene County earlier this year. It is hoped that the reconstruction will help somebody to recognize and identify the woman. More

Check out SexyCyborg's 3D printed makeup palette-cum-hacker kit

Dec.20, 2016 - Chinese maker Naomi Wu, aka 'SexyCyborg', has become somewhat of a sensation within the maker community for her provocative tech wearables, including a 3D printed underlit mini-skirt and a 3D printed cropped LCD shutter top. Now, SexyCyborg is at is again with her latest creation, the 3D printed Pi Palette, the hacker's cosmetic case. More

ALTAIR Pathfinder, equipped with 3D printing tech, to launch to ISS in 2017

Dec.20, 2016 - Millennium Space Systems announced it has completed its very first ALTAIR satellite and is preparing to ship it into space. The preproduction satellite, the ALTAIR Pathfinder, has been developed for the specific purpose of demonstrating technologies such as additive manufacturing, advanced avionics, etc. More

3D print your own LED backed 1970s inspired Commodore PET classic computer

Dec.20, 2016 - As long as there are crafty makers around there will continue to be replication of classic consoles and personal computers. Adafruit has shown this once again with its tutorial on a 3D printed Commodore PET desktop classic. More

Indian engineers unveil low-cost 3D printed robotic prosthetic hand

Dec.19, 2016 - A team of engineers from the Amrita University in India have developed a new robotic 3D printed prosthetic hand. The robotic prosthetic, which can lift objects that weigh up to 400 grams and can even handle a mobile phone, was presented by the engineers at a conference in Kollum, Kerala. More

3D printing helps Chinese doctors grow a new ear from a patient's arm

Dec.19, 2016 - A doctor from China's Kunming Medical Second Hospital of Plastic Surgery has made headlines for having used 3D printing to help grow an ear out of a patient's arm. Yes, you read that right: a doctor is growing an ear on a human's arm. Read on to find out how. More

Incredible 3D printed Legend of Zelda map sells for $100

Dec.19, 2016 - A video game fan has made an amazing 3D printed version of the overworld map from the original Legend of Zelda Nintendo game. After spending six months building the map in Minecraft, the keen maker then sold a 3D printed version of his creation for $100. More

Realistic 3D printed heart model made with inkjet technology to be mass produced in Japan

Dec.19, 2016 - A realistic 3D printed heart model for children could soon be mass produced in Japan. Made using an organ modeling system and inkjet 3D printing technology, the realistic heart models could soon be used for doctor training and for pre-surgical planning for children. More

Five 3D printed art projects too awesome to miss

Dec.18, 2016 - Check out a number of innovative artists who are working with 3D design and printing as a medium who help to remind us of the amazing potentials of the technology within the artistic field. More

The 3D printed models that can help mend a broken heart

Dec.16, 2016 - A team of researchers at the Georgia Tech Manufacturing Institute are developing 3D printed replicas of patients' heart valves that could help save them suffering from cardiac disease. More

3D printed bones could soon aid landmine victims

Dec.16, 2016 - Researchers at the University of Glasgow could soon be growing and shipping customized, 3D printed bones to landmine blast survivors. More

Cornell researchers use 3D printing to create soft robotic hand that 'feels' like a human

Dec.16, 2016 - Cornell researchers have used a 3D printer and four-step soft lithography to create a soft robotic hand that can feel surfaces just like a human. Stretchable optical waveguides act as curvature, elongation, and force sensors in the 3D printed hand. More

Pilot project for teaching 3D printing in rural Indian schools launched by Mahindra Group

Dec.16, 2016 - The Mahindra Group, one of India's largest multinational conglomerate holding companies, has just launched its newest pilot project: a specialized 3D printing program for semi-urban and rural schools in India. More

Incredible four-year-old makes nine 3D printed prosthetic hands for himself and others

Dec.15, 2016 - Cameron Haight, a four-year-old North Carolina resident born with the fingers on his right hand fused together, has helped to make nine 3D printed prosthetic hands for himself and other children with limb differences. More

Ikea introduces its first 3D knitted furniture

Dec.15, 2016 - Ikea has unveiled the PS Collection, which features a 3D knitted chair. Designed with urban dwellings in mind, the chair is both compact, minimalist, and stylish. More

Hotels in 2060 could have in-room 3D printers, RoboButlers, dream machines

Dec.15, 2016 - A 'Hotels of the Future' study conducted by hotels.com predicts that hotels in 2060 will feature crazy amounts of technology, such as advanced 3D printers, touchscreen everything, morphing beds, artificial intelligence, and AR. But will the sheets be clean? More

Loopcreative uses 3D printing to create sculptural steel clothing rack in fashion store

Dec.14, 2016 - Australian fashion brand Alquema has collaborated with Sydney-based design studio Loopcollective to manufacture and install a custom-made steel clothing rack in their new flagship store. Created using 3D modelling software and 3D printers, the breathtaking radial steel rack constitutes the main design feature of the Aussie brand's new 75 sqm space in the Queen Victoria Building. More

Spain unveils world's first 3D printed pedestrian bridge made of concrete

Dec.14, 2016 - The city of Alcobendas in Spain has just unveiled the first ever 3D printed pedestrian bridge made entirely of concrete. More

Gambody releases 40cm 3D printed Star Wars AT-AT walker to celebrate Rogue One release

Dec.14, 2016 - 3D printed model company Gambody has unveiled its latest impressive creation: a 3D printed Star Wars AT-AT walker. The 40-cm 3D printed model was made to celebrate the release of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, in theaters Friday, and can be downloaded for $35. More

Spanish hospital integrates 3D printed custom medical tools for cardiovascular surgery

Dec.14, 2016 - A hospital in Spain has begun integrating specialized 3D printed instruments into certain extracorporeal surgical operations. Used by cardiovascular surgeons, the 3D printed medical tools have been used successfully for 30 separate procedures over the past year. More

First pre-clinical data for Organovo's 3D bioprinted liver tissue shows promise

Dec.13, 2016 - 3D bioprinting company Organovo Holdings, Inc. has just presented data that demonstrates how its 3D bioprinted human liver tissue is surviving and sustaining functionality implanted in animals. According to the company, the pre-clinical data shows the potentials of their bioprinted tissues and the benefits of advancing its technology. More

NASA awards Pitt researchers $500K to advance metal 3D printing simulations

Dec.13, 2016 - NASA's Space Technology Research Grants Program recently awarded grants to university-led ESI project proposals. Among those given grants were ANSYS, Inc. and a team of researchers from the University of Pittsburgh's Swanson School of Engineering. The team from Pitt was awarded $500K to move forward their AM research. More

Get your feet in a pair of Adidas' new $333 3D printed running shoes

Dec.13, 2016 - Adidas has just released its new "3D Runner" shoes, which are made up of a 3D printed mid-sole and a Primeknit upper. The 3D printed shoes are available in limited quantities and are retailing for $333. More

3D printed model of The District Detroit development helps garner support for the project

Dec.13, 2016 - Olympia Entertainment has teamed up with Stratasys to create 3D printed miniature models of its new Little Caesars Area and its The District Detroit development project. The extremely detailed 3D printed models have helped to raise awareness and draw support to the new Detroit-based development. More

MESO-BRAIN initiative receives €3.3M to 3D nanoprint brain’s neural networks

Dec.12, 2016 - Researchers at Aston University, a British research and educational institution based in Birmingham, are attempting to replicate the brain's neural networks using 3D nanoprinting techniques. The project, called MESO-BRAIN, will use pluripotent stem cells generated from adult human cells. More

3D printed surgical aid helps UAE doctors save woman's kidney

Dec.12, 2016 - A team of doctors in Dubai have successfully removed a kidney tumor with the help of a transparent, patient-specific 3D printed surgical aid. Not only did the 3D printed aid help them to carefully plan their surgical process for removing the tumor from the patient, but it allowed them to shave an hour off the total operation time. More

Giant 3D printed Death Star in downtown Madrid sees Spain turn to dark side

Dec.12, 2016 - A giant 3D printer in downtown Madrid is currently fabricating a huge two-meter-wide 3D printed 'Death Star' to promote the upcoming film Rogue One: A Star Wars Story. The large-scale 3D printer was provided by US company ErectorBot. More

Student 3D prints functional hand prosthesis for only $15

Dec.12, 2016 - Ryan Bouricius, a university physics major from Ithaca College, has once again demonstrated how 3D printing technologies can be used to create functional and very affordable prosthetic hands. The student's innovative design is capable of gripping, catching, and even writing. More

Monkeys undergo successful 3D printed blood vessel transplant in major stem cell biotech breakthrough

Dec.12, 2016 - Scientists in China have announced a breakthrough in stem cell biotechnology after their 3D bioprinted stem cell grafts implanted in monkeys were able to promote vascular tissue regeneration. Merging of a 3D printed blood vessel with the organic aorta was achieved in just seven days. More

More 3D printed firearms seized by officials in Australian crime raid

Dec.12, 2016 - Not even a month ago, Australian authorities seized a number of submachine guns that were made using 3D printers during a drug raid in the Gold Coast. Now, in an even more recent raid, officials announced that they had discovered more firearms which appeared to be made from 3D printed parts. More

Swedish teen with neurofibromatosis walks again with 3D printed hip implant

Dec.11, 2016 - Researchers at Skane University Hospital in Sweden have collaborated with 3D printing company Materialise to put teenager Fanny Fellesen back on her feet with a new 3D printed hip implant. More

Duke University's eNABLE chapter pushes boundaries of 3D printed prosthetics

Dec.10, 2016 - Two senior students at Duke University are pushing the boundaries of both prosthetics and 3D printing with their most recent collaboration: a prosthetic hand with exchangeable tools that perform different functions. More

Mount Sinai launches Medical Modeling Core, multidisciplinary 3D printing service for clinicians

Dec.9, 2016 - Mount Sinai Health System has launched the Medical Modeling Core, a service through which clinicians can order 3D printed models for specific cases. The service will be the first of its kind to cater to the unique patient-specific modeling requirements of clinicians at Mount Sinai. More

Fast 3D printing for a fast motorcycle: Alta Motors races ahead with Carbon's CLIP technology

Dec.9, 2016 - Alta Motors, a Californian electric motorcycle brand, has been using CLIP 3D printing technology from 3D printer manufacturer Carbon to 3D print road-ready motorcycle parts made from Carbon's RPU material. More

Oventus opens Australian 3D printing facility for O2Vent sleep apnea device

Dec.8, 2016 - Australian company Oventus Medical has launched a new 3D printing facility for the production of its O2Vent sleep apnea device. The facility was launched in partnership with CSIRO and is located on CSIRO premises. More

Experts approve 3D printed nuclear reactor component in China

Dec.7, 2016 - Less than a month ago, the China Nuclear Power Research Institute and Nanfang Additive Manufacturing Technology 3D printed a pressure vessel cylinder for an ACP100 nuclear reactor. That critical 3D printed part has now passed a technical appraisal from experts. More

3D printed sculpture buried in time capsule under Manchester's new transport hub

Dec.7, 2016 - A 3D printed sculpture commissioned by Manchester Metropolitan University has been buried in a time capsule underneath the new St Peter's Square tram stop in Manchester. More

In ten years, you could fly to the moon aboard a 3D printed rocket for only $10,000

Dec.7, 2016 - Moon Express, the brainchild of billionaire Naveen Jain, has announced its first unmanned mission to the Moon will commence in 2017. Next year’s rocket mission will cost a whopping $5 million USD, but due to the Silicon Valley-based company’s use of additive manufacturing, Jain predicts the same mission will cost a jaw-dropping $10,000 in a decade. More

This bird wears tiny 3D printed safety goggles to fly through lasers

Dec.7, 2016 - A team of researchers from Stanford University created a pair of tiny 3D printed goggles to fit on a bird. The bird wore the goggles to safely fly through a sheet of lasers for an experiment about animal flight. More

Louis Vuitton opens stunning 3D printed pop-up shop in Australia

Dec.7, 2016 - Australian 3D printing company OMUS has teamed up with luxury fashion brand Louis Vuitton to create a large scale 3D printed installation at its pop-up shop in Sydney. The installation was 3D printed using a Massivit 1800 3D printer. More

Ultra-functional 3D printed prosthesis could monitor blood pressure and heart rate

Dec.7, 2016 - A student from Malta is designing an ultra-functional 3D printed prosthetic arm that can monitor blood pressure, heart rate, and oxygen levels. The myoelectric prosthesis would enable its user to perform a range of actions through muscle movement, and would be 3D printed with embedded electronics. More

3D printed kidney models help determine doses for nuclear medicine

Dec.6, 2016 - A team of researchers from the University of Wurzburg in Germany has demonstrated how 3D printed organ models could have an important role in testing dosage amounts of radioactive materials for clinical prototyping within the field of nuclear medicine. More

WinSun, Jiayuan to implement 3D printing in landscaping, gardening projects

Dec.6, 2016 - Hong Kong property developer Jiayuan International Group has joined forces with Chinese 3D printing and construction company WinSun. Jiayuan will apply WinSun's 3D printing technology to landscape gardening and outdoor products, with a view to 3D printing buildings. More

Capture 360-degree video with a 3D printed mount and 4 Sony cameras

Dec.6, 2016 - Virtual reality and 360 video specialist SUMO has created a 3D printed camera mount which turns four Sony a7S II cameras into a 360-degree video camera. The $359 rig, which costs over $16,000 with cameras included, can achieve 6,000-pixel resolution in limited light. More

Sri Lanka to buy 3D printed Xian Y-20 military transport aircraft

Dec.5, 2016 - The Sri Lankan government has just announced that it is thinking about purchasing the Chinese-made Xian Y-20 aircraft to be used as a combination military and transport plane. The Xian Y-20 aircraft is the first cargo aircraft to be made with 3D printing technology. More

Renishaw uses 3D printing to improve efficiency of Land Rover BAR yacht

Dec.5, 2016 - British engineering company Renishaw has used its metal 3D printing expertise to improve the performance of the Land Rover Ben Ainsley Racing (BAR) yacht. The boat now uses a 3D printed sheave case and other metal 3D printed parts. More

3D printed Jaipur foot prosthetic launches in 4-month pilot project

Dec.5, 2016 - The popular Jaipur foot, which has helped millions of people with disabilities, is getting a revamp thanks to 3D printing technologies, a Google grant, and the IIT-Bombay. The 3D printed foot will be launched this month with a four-month pilot project. More

3D printed lung model could become new standard for testing of inhaled drugs

Dec.5, 2016 - Scientists from the Brno University of Technology in the Czech Republic have used 3D printing to develop a functional model of a human lung. The researchers say the 3D printed lung could be used to simulate the effect of inhaled drugs for respiratory conditions. More

3D printing news this week ICYMI: 3D printed magnet breakthrough, Concept Laser and Swisslog partner

Dec.2, 2016 - During a week in which many people opened up the first two doors of their advent calendar, we were busy opening up press release after press release concerning the latest 3D printing news and innovations: a 3D printed magnet breakthrough, a 3D printed robotic arm for $450, and much more. More

These 3D printed human organ simulations were so realistic they fooled trained professionals

Dec.2, 2016 - Researchers at the University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC) have developed a new way to fabricate human organ simulations that look and feel almost exactly like the real thing. Sacks of red dye that 'bleed' when cut have helped to fool even nurses and physicians into thinking the organs are the real thing. More

Nine-year-old girl to receive new ear thanks to 3D scanning and printing tech

Dec.2, 2016 - The Royal Hospital for Sick Children in Edinburgh is using 3D printing technology to make a new ear for nine-year-old Anya Storie. Born with the congenital condition microtia, Anya has always had an underdeveloped right ear which has affected her hearing. More

Audi to send 3D printed Lunar Quattro rover to the moon in 2017

Dec.2, 2016 - German auto manufacturer Audi has partnered with Berlin-based engineering group Part-Time Scientists to launch a 3D printed moon rover into space. The rover, a squat WALL-E-esque machine, is called the Lunar Quattro, and was developed as part of the Google Lunar XPRIZE competition. More

3D printed dog nose could help detect explosives

Dec.2, 2016 - A team of researchers has taken inspiration from the way dogs 'sniff' odors to develop a new 3D printed device capable of detecting explosives and other contraband up to 18 times more effectively than other detection systems. More

Chronio, Arduino-powered 3D printed smartwatch, lasts half a year on a single charge

Dec.2, 2016 - With smartwatches bringing back the popular wristwatch that has been with us for centuries, there is no wonder the 3D printing community is contributing to the scene. The Chronio is a power-efficient 3D printed smartwatch that can run up to half a year on a single battery. More

Loopa 3D printed looping microphone officially launches for $119

Dec.1, 2016 - Cambridge, UK-based company Sonuus has officially launched its 3D printed looping microphone, the Loopa. The 3D printed mic, which is capable of looping, overdubbing, and more, is retailing for $119. More

Crayons from 3D printed molds surpass crowdfunding goal, all proceeds go to children's charity

Dec.1, 2016 - Christian McKechnie and Ben Lees, the two ad executives behind Monster Crayons, have announced their charitable crayons will hit stores in early 2017. More

Melissa Ng's 3D printed mana potion pendant raises funds for a friend's cancer treatment

Nov.30, 2016 - Melissa Ng of Lumecluster has unveiled her latest design: a 3D printed mana potion pendant. The pendant, which is being sold through 3D printing service Shapeways is raising funds for one of the designer's friends who is undergoing intense cancer treatments. More

Engineers 3D print first fully functional drone with embedded electronics & aerospace-grade material

Nov.30, 2016 - Researchers at Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore have teamed up with additive manufacturing giant Stratasys to 3D print a fly-ready drone capable of withstanding extremely high temperatures using aerospace-grade material. More

A 3D printed 'cradle' for laboratory house sparrows could help cure chronic stress

Nov.29, 2016 - Yale University researcher Christine Lattin has used 3D printing and scanning to study stress in house sparrows. The researcher believes her work could be used to develop more effective treatments for humans suffering from chronic stress. More

New 3D printed Bicicletto e-bike sees Materialise and Nuova SPA go full throttle

Nov.29, 2016 - Materialise recently partnered with Italian automotive brand Nuova SPA to develop a 3D printed upgrade for the latter's Bicicletto e-bike. The new and improved Bicicletto features a number of 3D printed parts that make it lighter, faster, and more cost-efficient to manufacture. More

We can 3D print a house in 24 hours, says teenage CEO of Cazza Construction

Nov.29, 2016 - Led by 19-year-old millionaire entrepreneur Chris Kelsey, San Francisco-based Cazza Construction claims it can use large-scale 3D printing to build entire 100 sq m houses in as little as 24 hours. Cazza will, however, be keeping the secrets of its 3D printer under wraps until December. More

Photographer uses 3D printing to turn monocle from 1890 into camera lens

Nov.29, 2016 - French experimental photographer Mathieu Stern has proven that there are some ways around spending hundreds of dollars on a new camera lens. Our favorite involves turning a vintage monocle lens into a camera lens with a 3D printed casing. More

UCL researchers explore how to preserve & restore 3D printed contemporary art

Nov.28, 2016 - A team of researchers from the UCL Institute for Sustainable Heritage are experimenting with new and effective ways of maintaining and restoring contemporary art made from materials like ABS and PLA. The project is a preemptive effort to maintain and preserve contemporary 3D printed art pieces. More

3D printable 'meat inks' could be used to feed the elderly

Nov.28, 2016 - New research from Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) suggests that the 3D printing of red meat products could add significant value to the Australian red meat industry, especially when targeted at the aged care sector. MLA believes that secondary cuts could be turned into a 3D printable 'meat ink.' More

Australian surfer to get back in the water after 3D printed titanium implant saves leg

Nov.28, 2016 - Thanks to a 3D printed titanium leg implant made by Texas company 4WEB, Queensland resident Callum Harewood will be able to continue his active surfer lifestyle following a horrific motorway accident. Without the 3D printed implant, Harewood may have lost his leg. More

3D printable OpenRC Formula 1 car hits the track with NinjaFlex tires

Nov.26, 2016 - Daniel Norée, creator of the OpenR/C Project, has unveiled his third-generation 3D printed OpenR/C car, which can be 3D printed in PLA (body) and NinjaFlex (tires). Nor'e has published a guide explaining how to assemble the new R/C car. More

3D printing holds promise for musicians using prosthetics

Nov.25, 2016 - A Northern Illinois University engineering student has joined forces with a young violinist to innovate a 3D printed prosthetic hand made of lightweight nylon and plastic, which grants the wearer an increased range of motion while playing. More

Researchers use nanoscale 3D printing to recreate 'structural colors' of blue tarantula and peacock

Nov.25, 2016 - The stunning blue tarantula holds the key to consistent structural color that could change the textile, packaging, and cosmetic industries, according to a research team from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology. The German researchers have found a way to replicate the natural phenomenon using nanoscale 3D printing. More

Dutch designer launches Holthinrichs Watches, new 3D printed watch brand

Nov.24, 2016 - Dutch designer Michel Holthinrich recently launched his very own 3D printed watch brand: Holthinrichs Watches. The new brand, which so far consists of one stunning 3D printed watch design called the Ornament 1, has expertly combined traditional watchmaking techniques with 3D printing. More

3D printed steering wheel & bracket propels Team Delft to Formula Student glory

Nov.24, 2016 - Team Delft, the Formula Student racing team from the Netherlands' Delft University of Technology, has explained how 3D printing is helping guide its cars to victory on a yearly basis. The latest version of the student-made racing car utilizes a 3D printed steering wheel and bracket. More

The pen mightier than the sword: Dutch designer releases titanium 3D printed fountain pen

Nov.24, 2016 - Dutch designer Rein van der Mast has just announced his newest effort in the world of luxury fountain pens: the Spica Virginis, a titanium 3D printed fountain pen and nib. The pen was 3D printed on 3D Systems' ProX DMP 300 3D Printer. More

Estonian, British companies using 3D printed parts to refine aircraft interiors

Nov.24, 2016 - Magnetic MRO, an Estonian company specializing in aircraft maintenance, repair, and operations, has teamed up with British subsidiary company MAC Interiors to integrate 3D printing into the production of aviation-approved parts. MAC has expertise in retrofitting and refurbishing aircraft lavatories, interiors, and more. More

Divergent 3D premieres its first 3D printed superbike at Los Angeles Auto Show

Nov.23, 2016 - Divergent 3D, the company which brought us the first 3D printed supercar, Blade, has just become a new contender in the world of custom motorcycles. Meet the Dagger: the bold new superbike with a 3D printed chassis, unveiled last week at the annual LA Auto Show. More

3D printed cat tongue mimic could have applications for soft robotics industry

Nov.22, 2016 - Researcher Alexis Noel has been exploring the structure of cat tongues with the help of a 3D printed cat tongue mimic printed at a scale of 400%. The project could have potential applications within the field of soft robotics, cosmetics, and more. More

Krone Golf comes to the fore with 3D printed KD-1 driver

Nov.22, 2016 - Krone Golf and CRP Group have joined forces to develop a partially 3D printed golf driver. The club is made using both additive and subtractive manufacturing techniques, and features optimized surface thicknesses, a controlled head weight, and a tuned center of gravity. More

Maker of 3D printed Blade supercar predicts flatpack future for auto industry

Nov.22, 2016 - Divergent Microfactories has embraced 3D printing and a modular structure to create a new kind of local manufacturing process that could slash the environmental impact of the automotive industry More

German 3D printed prosthetics manufacturer Mecuris secures major investment

Nov.22, 2016 - Munich-based 3D printed orthotics and prosthetics manufacturer Mecuris GmbH has just announced that it has secured a significant investment through a seed funding round. The new funds will be put towards expanding and further developing the company's cloud-based AI design technology and 3D printed prosthetics. More

Paraguayan company Po aims to make 3D printed prosthetic hands accessible to all

Nov.22, 2016 - Po, a Paraguay-based company, is hoping to make prosthetics more accessible to those in need by offering customized 3D printed upper-limb prosthetics to locals with amputations and disabilities. Its newest prosthetic hand integrates Myo sensors, giving the device more versatile functions. More

3D printed QuadBot Kickstarter combines open source robotics and STEM education

Nov.22, 2016 - Quadbot, an open source robotics kit geared towards educating students and makers about 3D printing and STEM subjects, has just launched on Kickstarter. Developed by Engimake, the QuadBot is composed of a number of 3D printed parts, an Arduino based QuadBoard, servo motors, and more. More

Dutch hotel's 3D printed, cutting-edge conference center nears development

Nov.21, 2016 - Dutch hotel De Slaapfabriek Teuge is closing in on the funding required to create a groundbreaking 3D printed conference center with a design inspired by plane trails. The building will utilize an internal projection system that can virtually transport guests to Central Park or Copacabana beach. More

Dubai teen wins award for 'mind-controlled' 3D printed bionic arm

Nov.21, 2016 - Rishabh Java, a 14-year-old boy from the UAE, has scooped the 'Best Innovative Project' prize at the first Gulf 3D Printing Olympiad. Java designed a 3D printed bionic arm that can purportedly be controlled with the mind using an Electroencephalography (EEG) monitor. More

Australia to open state-of-the-art biofabrication institute for 3D printing implants

Nov.21, 2016 - Australia's Herston Health Precinct has announced that it will be opening a new biofabrication institute on its premises. The institute, which will occupy two floors at the Herston Health Precinct, will be dedicated to imaging, modeling, and manufacturing 3D printed patient-specific tissues. More

3D print an earthquake in 8 steps

Nov.20, 2016 - After creating a 3D printed shake intensity map of the 2014 South Napa earthquake two years ago, Oakland-based artist Doug McCune has published a guide to creating a 3D printed map of almost any earthquake from around the world. More

Bioniks wants to give Pakistani children 3D printed superhero prosthetic hands

Nov.19, 2016 - Pakistani company Bioniks is determined to give amputee children a new lease of life with a range of 3D printed prosthetic limbs inspired by comic book characters. More

Neri Oxman uses 3D printing to create spectral collection of 'death masks'

Nov.18, 2016 - Stratasys has launched The New Ancient, a new art and design collection that includes Vespers, a series of 15 3D printed death masks designed by Neri Oxman. The masks will be unveiled at the grand reopening of London's Design Museum next week. More

3D printed shoes: has this designer found the perfect model for making, marketing, and selling them?

Nov.18, 2016 - Kevin Pagdon, a recent graduate from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) and aspiring footwear designer, has developed '3D Printed Performance,' a concept solution for sustainably making, marketing, and selling 3D printed shoes. More

China successfully 3D printed its 1st pressure vessel cylinder prototype for a nuclear reactor

Nov.18, 2016 - The China Nuclear Power Research Institute and Nanfang Additive Manufacturing Technology Co. Ltd. (Nanfang-AM) have announced their first ever 3D printed pressure vessel cylinder prototype. The 3D printed part marks a step forwards for the "Made in China 2025" initiative. More

StringKing calls on lacrosse players to up their game with 3D printed heads

Nov.17, 2016 - In 2011, L.A.-based lacrosse equipment manufacturer StringKing set out to design new and improved lacrosse equipment using innovative new technologies. Now, thanks to 3D printing, the company is set to release a line of six new stick heads. More

Mars space suit could be patched up with 3D printed parts

Nov.16, 2016 - Mars One, an organization that has ambitions to land the first humans on Mars and establish the first human colony there by 2026, has just unveiled a new design concept for a Mars-ready space suit. The suit features a modular system that would allow for 3D printed replacement parts and add-ons. More

New 3DyourSCAN service 3D prints patient-specific surgical models in less than 24 hrs

Nov.16, 2016 - 3D printing cloud provider WhiteClouds has launched 3DyourSCAN, a service that provides life-size 3D printed models of a patient's CT/MRI scan, and which is designed to improve collaboration and education between physicians and patients. The service uses a 'Hinge & Slice' modeling process. More

Alexander McQueen's stunning $595 umbrella features ergonomic 3D printed handle

Nov.16, 2016 - British luxury fashion label Alexander McQueen has just unveiled its "black mirror" umbrella, which features a stunning ergonomically designed 3D printed handle. The handle's design is actually based on 3D scans of a human hand. More

Circumventive Organs: artist Agi Haines explores 3D bioprinting human organs with animal cells

Nov.16, 2016 - Along with the potential to create human organs through 3D bioprinting, comes the potential to rethink and redesign those organs, or at least that is what designer Agi Haines has shown us with her provocative Circumventive Organs project. More

3D printed water pipes and medical equipment part of Oxfam's major Nepal earthquake relief effort

Nov.16, 2016 - More than a year after the earthquake in Nepal, Oxfam is beginning to explore new technology-focused disaster relief methods. These include using plastic bottles for home insulation and bringing in 3D printers for on-the-spot production of much-needed equipment. More

3D printing training program offered to 800 teachers across India to promote STEAM

Nov.15, 2016 - MakerBot AJP and the Veltech University in India have teamed up to offer 800 middle school and high school teachers a 3D printing training program. The program is aimed at equipping teachers with the tools they need to teach students about 3D printing technologies. More

Sunconomy, Apis-Cor raising funds to build two 3D printed houses for charity

Nov.15, 2016 - Sunconomy and 3D printing construction company Apis-Cor are raising funds to build two fully 3D printed affordable housing units. The two houses will not only prove the viability of the Apis-Cor method, but will be donated to a veteran and to a job training program. More

These 3D printed smart sensors show you to the nearest free parking spot

Nov.15, 2016 - Dutch startup PARKEAGLE has partnered with 3D printer software company Printr to help prototype its smart parking sensor enclosures. The innovative sensors are designed to communicate with drivers, letting them know where there is a free parking spot nearby. More

This 3D printed glove can trick fingerprint scanners

Nov.14, 2016 - Researchers from Michigan State University have developed a technique for 3D printing gloves that can successfully dupe a range of fingerprint scanners. Each glove is made from proprietary materials that can mimic real skin, including the exact texture of a fingerprint. More

WASPmedical is revolutionizing scoliosis treatment with 3D printing

Nov.14, 2016 - Italian doctor Lelio Leoncini is taking on orthopedic scoliosis with the help of a Delta WASP 4070 3D printer and a holistic approach that includes 3D scanning and modeling software. His custom made 3D printed devices could change the way we think about scoliosis treatment. More

Amherst researchers use 3D printed teeth to study evolution of earliest mammals

Nov.14, 2016 - Researchers from the University of Massachusetts Amherst have developed a set of 3D printed teeth that were used to test the damaging ability jaws of the earliest mammals, revealing that damage is a much more important evolutionary factor than energy expenditure. More

Russian research group successfully tests 3D printed bullets

Nov.13, 2016 - The Russian Fund for Perspective Research has performed tests on 3D printed bullets. According to the organization, the additive manufactured ammunition performed in a similar manner to traditionally made bullets. More

Open Bionics: 3D printed superhero prostheses make children feel empowered

Nov.13, 2016 - British 3D printed prosthetics specialist Open Bionics has explained the thinking behind its open-source, child-friendly 'superhero' prostheses. Founder Samantha Payne gave a talk about her company's 3D printed robotic hands at the WIRED Next Generation event on November 5. More

Lightest: the levitating lamp you can customize with 3D printing

Nov.12, 2016 - Barcelona-based startup Base Forge has launched Lightest, a color-changing levitating lamp on Kickstarter. Users are invited to design and 3D print their own lampshades for the Lightest lamp. More

Arctic explorer 3D prints custom sunglasses to protect himself from ozone intense environments

Nov.12, 2016 - As many can attest to, sunglasses that don't fit properly can lead to all sorts of discomfort (or worse). Materialise and SEIKO have developed a system of creating the perfect fit with the help of 3D printing. More

Futuristic 3D printed CellPod incubator can grow food in just one week

Nov.11, 2016 - Research scientists at the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland have developed a 3D printed biotechnology tool that can grow herbs, berries, and plants in just a week. The scientists see the CellPod incubator as a new way for consumers to produce their own food at home. More

Verus Art unveils 1st collection of 3D scanned and printed art re-creations

Nov.11, 2016 - 3D art re-creation company Verus Art has just announced that its latest collection of painting re-creations is now available for purchase. The collection, which was made in collaboration with the National Gallery of Canada located in Ottawa, features such iconic pieces as Vincent van Gogh's "Iris", Claude Monet's "Agit'e" and more. More

Avatar-style 3D printed sea monster too big for university 3D printer

Nov.11, 2016 - Using the i.materialise 3D printing service, Irish design student Amy Doran has created a large-scale, Avatar-style 3D printed sea monster that has already featured in a number of exhibitions. The student turned to the online service after finding out her school 3D printer was too small. More

Avatar-style 3D printed sea monster too big for university 3D printer

Nov.11, 2016 - Using the i.materialise 3D printing service, Irish design student Amy Doran has created a large-scale, Avatar-style 3D printed sea monster that has already featured in a number of exhibitions. The student turned to the online service after finding out her school 3D printer was too small. More

German power plant saves millions thanks to 3D printed turbine components

Nov.11, 2016 - A heating power plant near Berlin, Germany is pioneering the use of 3D printed parts in its operations and has so far demonstrated promising results. More

3D printed heart helps develop lifesaving catheter

Nov.11, 2016 - Researchers from the Delft University of Technology are developing a new catheter for complex cardiac procedures. Materialise has partnered with the research team by producing a 3D printed heart which the catheter is being tested on. More

New online service lets students create 3D printed tactile maps and teaching aids for visually impaired

Nov.10, 2016 - Joan Horvath and Rich Cameron, 3D printing experts and co-founders of consulting firm Nonscriptum LLC, have started a project to help teachers of visually impaired students receive 3D printed tactile maps and teaching aids from sighted students learning about 3D printing. More

You'll be all smiles with these affordable 3D printed teeth aligners

Nov.10, 2016 - Startup SmileDirectClub is disrupting cosmetic dentistry with 3D printing. The company is offering its clients 3D printed custom-fitted teeth aligners that will straighten their smile for less than half the cost of traditional aligners. More

Israeli student uses 3D printing to breathe new life into 19th century lace bodice

Nov.10, 2016 - Israeli student Ganit Goldstein from the Bezalel Academy in Jerusalem shows that even historical outfits can be recreated using 3D printing, and has recreated a 19th century lace bodice using a desktop 3D printer. More

Katrien Herdewyn combines 3D printing with traditional craftsmanship to make stunning shoes

Nov.9, 2016 - Ever since she was a child, Katrien Herdewyn has been inspired to design and create footwear. Now, as a young and accomplished designer, she is breaking down footwear boundaries with the help of 3D printing technologies. More

3D printing helps bring We DDD eyewear from design to market 'with incredible speed'

Nov.9, 2016 - Eyewear brand Aoyama Optical France has, in partnership with 3D printing software specialist Materialise, used additive manufacturing to produce its We DDD (pronounced 'we 3D') range of glasses. 3D printing has enabled the company to create products with few geometric restrictions. More

Team behind world’s first 3D printed jet engine to print aerospace parts for Safran

Nov.9, 2016 - Major European aerospace manufacturer Safran has just signed a collaborative partnership deal with Australia's Amaero Engineering and Monash University to start 3D printing space-bound components including gas turbines for jet engines. More

This patient defied doctors and 3D printed his own heart

Nov.9, 2016 - After being diagnosed with Marfan syndrome, a disorder which affects the body's connective tissues, engineer Tal Golesworthy refused to undergo invasive and risky preemptive surgery. Instead, he recruited two doctors to 3D print a replica of his heart and make a special corrective device. More

Eliza Wrobel uses multi-tool 3D printer to craft beautiful rotating Ferris Wheel Bookshelf

Nov.9, 2016 - It's often the aesthetic and beauty behind a creation that drives its worth and 3D printing enthusiast Eliza Wrobel has shown this again with her intricately crafted ferris wheel inspired shelving unit. More

3D printed parts improve interiors of luxury helicopters

Nov.8, 2016 - Mecaer Aviation Group (MAG), a leader in customizing high-end helicopter interiors, is using industrial 3D printers from Roboze to create end-use parts for its designs. The company is using advanced materials like PEEK for parts that will be installed on forthcoming helicopters. More

3D printed satellite launcher wins Mouser space design challenge, will be printed aboard ISS

Nov.8, 2016 - Mouser Electronics, in partnership with Grant Imahara and astronaut Chris Hadfield, has announced the winner of its 3D printing ISS design challenge. The winner, Andy Filo, developed an innovative 3D printable femtosat launcher, which can be printed aboard the ISS and deployed in space. More

Is Sony developing a 3D printing system for the Playstation?

Nov.8, 2016 - Sony has filed a patent for a 3D printing system that would enable Playstation gamers to select in-game characters and objects for quick conversion into a 3D printable format. The application would periodically render the virtual environment of the game from multiple 'viewpoints' to collect 3D data. More

3D printed titanium skull implant helps Chinese osteoma patient live normal life

Nov.8, 2016 - Chinese doctors have successfully implanted a 3D printed titanium skull prosthesis for 22-year-old Liu Li, a patient who had been suffering from osteoma in her forehead since the age of six. More

3D printed titanium hips will last longer with less pain thanks to porous implants that mimick real bone

Nov.8, 2016 - McGill University professor Damiano Pasini has developed 3D printed titanium femoral stem joints for hip replacement surgeries that, thanks to a very porous structure, extend the lifespan of hip replacements and decrease patient discomfort. More

Powder & Heat's stylish 3D printed sunglasses win German Design Award

Nov.7, 2016 - German eyewear brand Powder & Heat has been recognized for its innovative 3D printed glasses. The young brand recently took home the German Design Award 2017 for its 'The Flamboyant' sunglasses design. More

Incredible 3D printed gadget turns air into drinking water

Nov.7, 2016 - 22-year-old Jawwad Patel, an engineering student from Hyderabad, India, has developed a 3D printed self-filling water device that can turn humid air into around 1.8 liters of water in just one hour. Patel has been working on various inventions and electronics since the age of 10. More

3D printed vertebrae surgical guide helps Indian doctors treat ten-year-old scoliosis patient

Nov.7, 2016 - A surgical team from the Lilavati Hospital, located in Mumbai, India, recently teamed up with Anatomiz3D to create a patient-specific 3D printed surgical guide to help treat a young girl suffering from severe scoliosis. More

Stylish 3D printed back brace brings fashionable look to female scoliosis patients

Nov.7, 2016 - Orthopedic specialist UNYQ is launching a very stylish 3D printed back brace for female scoliosis patients that not only looks very fashionable, but is also very lightweight, easier to wear and completely customizable. More

Two-year-old Everton fan Kobi receives 3D printed arm emblazoned with team logo

Nov.7, 2016 - The two-year-old Kobi from Liverpool in the UK has received a 3D printed arm emblazoned with the logo of his favorite soccer club Everton, and even went on a club tour after becoming a social media hit. More

Tony the pinball wizard 3D prints complete pinball machine with 8.5 km of filament

Nov.7, 2016 - Tony the pinball wizard and 3D FilaPrint showcased a mesmerizing completely 3D printed pinball machine at TCT 2016 in Denver, made from more than 8,5 km of filament and eighty different materials. More

Maki Sugimoto 3D prints educational organ replicas with realistic textures using Bio-Texture Modeling

Nov.7, 2016 - Maki Sugimoto has developed the Bio-Texture Modeling platform, which creates 3D printable organs that are both anatomically correct and realistic in texture, mass, and other physical qualities, using water-retaining resins. More

This beautiful green guest house has all 3D printed light fixtures

Nov.6, 2016 - This stunning eco-friendly guest house designed by architect Steven Holl features all 3D printed fixtures in its interior. The house, named Ex of In House, was built by Holl on his property in Rhinebeck, New York, and is undoubtedly one of the most stunning pieces of architecture we've seen lately. More

3D printed electronics on stickers could diversify IoT

Nov.5, 2016 - Researchers at Saudi Arabia's King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) have developed a new method for 3D printing high-performance electronic decals for Internet of Things applications. The method involves printing complex CMOS circuits using advanced nanofabrication techniques. More

Say goodbye to whisk cleaning woes with new 3D printed Whisk Wiper, available on Kickstarter

Nov.5, 2016 - Inventor Matthew Michel has just launched his latest kitchen tool through a Kickstarter campaign. Called the Whisk Wiper, it is a handy 3D printed tool that makes cleaning a whisk easier than ever before. More

New Adidas sneaker made from ocean plastic and developed with 3D printing goes on sale this month

Nov.4, 2016 - Adidas, in partnership with Parley, has announced its innovative UltraBoost Uncaged Parley sneakers, made almost entirely from recycled ocean plastic and which owe much of their development to 3D printing technologies. More

Dutch Hospital adopts novel system for 3D printing surgical models

Nov.4, 2016 - Surgeons from the Elisabeth-TweeSteden Hospital in Tilburg, the Netherlands, have adopted their own 3D printer for the systematic production of 3D printed surgical models that will make it easier to prepare surgical procedures. More

3D printed fish backpack provides valuable tissue regeneration insights

Nov.4, 2016 - Researchers from the New Mexico State University have developed special 3D printed backpacks for long-tailed knife fish that allow them to study the fishes' unique electric tissue regeneration ability more closely. More

Redditor wins Halloween with fantastic 3D printed Daft Punk helmet

Nov.4, 2016 - Redditor CrazyElectrum made his Halloween unforgettable with a fantastic 3D printed Daft Punk helmet, featuring a massive pre-programmed and app-controlled 326 LEDs. More

V-Moda introduces Forza in-ear headphones with luxury 3D printed custom caps

Nov.3, 2016 - Audio device manufacturing company V-Moda has just released its new Forza series of in-ear headphones. Excitingly, the new collection of high-res headphones offer the world's first 'jewel-grade' 3D printing customization for in-ear headphones. More

New Balance releases 40 pairs of new MS066 3D printed sneakers in collaboration with Concepts

Nov.3, 2016 - Sneaker brand New Balance is releasing a very limited edition run of its newest 3D printed shoe. The MS066, which features an innovative 3D printed midsole, will be available exclusively through Concepts in New York City and is retailing for $349.95. More

3D printed Cyton Gamma 300 robotic arm successfully delivered to ISS

Nov.3, 2016 - A 3D printed Robai Cyton Gamma 300 robotic arm will be installed on the International Space Station after its carrier, Orbital ATK's Cygnus spacecraft, successfully berthed on the ISS last weekend. The Cygnus was also carrying several CubeSats and other equipment. More

Fraunhofer researchers are developing 3D printed bespoke insoles for diabetes patients

Nov.2, 2016 - A German collaborative research project called LAUF is seeking to demonstrate and advance the use of 3D printing to make custom insoles for diabetes patients. While still in development, the innovative system could be available in as soon as two years. More

Innovative ADEPT system to simplify 3D printing of bespoke implants for facial injuries

Nov.2, 2016 - A collaborative effort between the Morriston Hospital in Swansea, Wales, the Cardfiff Metropolitan University, and UK-based 3D printing companies Renishaw and LPW Technology Ltd. has succeeded in facilitating the creation of patient-specific 3D printed maxillofacial implants. More

ORNL's 3D printed incredibly power permanent magnets outperform conventional magnets

Nov.2, 2016 - Magnets have been used throughout history in a seemingly endless number of technological innovations. A new 3D printing process allows for the creation of permanent magnets to come out stronger than ever before. More

First ever 3D printed art created with HTC Vive VR headset to go on display at Royal Academy of Arts

Nov.2, 2016 - In January, three artists from the Royal Academy of Arts will be exhibiting a series of 3D printed artworks that have been fully designed using HTC Vive VR goggles, while visitors can simultaneously experience their VR design process as well. More

GE unveils 35% 3D printed ATP engine: 'more additive parts than any engine in aviation history'

Nov.1, 2016 - General Electric (GE) has tested a demonstrator engine with 35% additive manufactured printed parts. The engine was made to validate 3D printed parts for the clean-sheet design Advanced Turboprop (ATP) engine, which will power the new Cessna Denali single-engine turboprop aircraft. More

UPENN students 3D print Piccolissimo, world's smallest self-powered flying robot

Nov.1, 2016 - There's no question that making technological advancements in the world of the tiny is as important as the large. A team of researchers have come up with Piccolissimo, world's smallest 3D printed self-powered remote controlled flying droid that may one day take part in disaster relief exercises. More

OpenOrbiter satellite will test 3D printer in low Earth orbit

Nov.1, 2016 - Students at North Dakota State University and the University of North Dakota are building a CubeSat satellite that will test the capabilities of a 5 x 5 x 8 cm 3D printer in space. The students believe the project could contribute to the long-term goal of 3D printing spacecraft in space. More

Hadrian X, Australia's bricklaying 3D printer robot, gets go-ahead from local council

Oct.31, 2016 - Fastbrick Robotics' innovative Hadrian X bricklaying 3D printer robot is moving ahead towards commercial readiness. A house built using the same materials used by the 3D printer was just approved by local government and council in Perth, Australia. More

Stanford uses 3D printing to develop microspine grippers for RoboSimian climbing robot

Oct.31, 2016 - A Stanford Robotics team has developed a way, with the help of 3D printing, for its RoboSimian rock climbing robot to grip onto over 50KG of weight with little effort at all. More

Introducing FEND: a foldable 3D printed bike helmet that is portable and stylish

Oct.31, 2016 - FEND, a 3D printed collapsible bike helmet that showcases a sleek and minimalist design, is currently seeking funds through a Kickstarter campaign. The innovative helmet was the brainchild of NY-based couple Sujene Kong and Christian Von Heifner. More

3D Veterans completes first educational 3D printing bootcamp, aims to train 400 vets per year

Oct.31, 2016 - With backing from America Makes, 3D Veterans have set up a bootcamp program to provide veterans with free courses on digital processing, CAD design and 3D printing, giving them a head start when looking for jobs in the technical sector. More

3D printed Vue smart glasses support gesture control, play Music, track activity

Oct.31, 2016 - A huge Kickstarter success in the making with the 3D printed Vue smart glasses, which are indistinguishable from an ordinary pair, compatible with prescription lenses and packed with smart sensors and communication tools. More

Custom 3D printed chess set pits famous US cities against one another

Oct.30, 2016 - A special range of 3D printed chess sets, created by Etsy designer AberuizDesign, lets you play the game as your favorite US city. The designer has created 3D printed sets for six US cities, with tiny replicas of famous buildings taking the place of the regular pieces. More

Nano-Racing scales down racing with 3D printed drones that fit in the palm of your hand

Oct.30, 2016 - French startup Nano-Racing has been using Sculpteo 3D printing services to create a very small line of drones that have all the functionality of professional-grade drones, and none of the drawbacks of large 3D printed ones. More

German students 3D print human tissue on hacked Ultimaker using new bio-ink

Oct.29, 2016 - Students from the Technical University of Munich have hacked an Ultimaker 2+ 3D printer and developed a special 3D printable bio-ink called 'biotINK.' The students have entered their project into the iGEM challenge, an annual biology contest. More

Université Rennes students well on their way to 3D printing a functional code breaking Enigma Machine

Oct.29, 2016 - Code breaking has been used throughout history to keep secrets from enemy forces and this continues through to today. It's now possible to 3D print the most popular code breaking device of all time; the Enigma Machine. More

Stunning 3D printed trees by Architect Se Yoon Park bring light and darkness to New York

Oct.28, 2016 - Korean Architect Se Yoon Park has produced a stunning art installation called 'Light, Darkness and the Tree' using 3D printed trees that explore the relationship between light and shadows. More

This 3D printed conductive Terminator head with blood-red LED eyes is ideal for Halloween

Oct.28, 2016 - Multi3D's cofounder Patrick Flowers has just shared a fantastic 3D printed Terminator head, whose eyes shine an eerie red thanks to a pair of LEDs and Multi3D's new highly conductive Electrifi copper filament. More

Tacoma's Ivan the gorilla immortalized as 3D printed bronze statue

Oct.28, 2016 - The western lowland gorillas Ivan, who became a local hero in Tacoma after living in a local mall for decades, has now been immortalized as a bronze statue realized through 3D printing by Form 3D Foundry, and will educate coming generations about animal welfare. More

Scientists have made a tiny model of the universe that you can 3D print at home

Oct.28, 2016 - While the universe can seem so big, it has never looked so small! A team of researchers from Imperial College London have 3D printed a super miniature scale version of our universe which you can actually hold in your hand. More

Bosch France buys 3D printers, recoups 10x investment costs in matter of weeks

Oct.28, 2016 - The French arm of global automotive component manufacturer Bosch has been using 3D printing to cut costs on items such as grippers and connector plugs. According to Frederic Boumaza, manager of the Bosch plant in Mondeville, investment in 3D printers was recouped tenfold in a matter of weeks. More

Moscow scientists pioneer 3D printed polymeric skull implants that are absorbed into the body

Oct.28, 2016 - Researchers from the National University of Science and Technology in Moscow have just unveiled a new 3D printed polymeric bone implant for skull injuries that is slowly absorbed into the body and replaced with natural bone tissue. More

High-precision 3D printed ultrasound transducer could aid complex eye surgery

Oct.28, 2016 - Researchers from the Nanyang Technological University in Singapore have 3D printed a transducer that can control high-pressure ultrasound to move, manipulate, or destroy tiny objects like particles, drops, or biological tissue. The 3D printed device could be used in surgery or advanced research. More

MakerBot co-founder Bre Pettis launches 3D printed heirloom startup Bre & Co.

Oct.27, 2016 - Bre Pettis, MakerBot co-founder, has just launched Bre & Co., a new startup that is dedicated to making 3D printed heirlooms and custom quality gifts. More

3D printed stylish LCD shutter top makes an impact in Shenzhen for SexyCyborg

Oct.27, 2016 - Chinese maker SexyCyborg is back in the news with a stylish wearable LCD shutter top that made a splash at the Shenzhen Maker Faire and made a point at the same time. More

Brazilian Airforce adopts 3D printing to test viability of new aircraft parts

Oct.27, 2016 - The Brazilian Air Force's Institute of Advanced Studies (IEAv) has recently adopted 3D printing technologies in its Aerothermodynamics and Experimental Hypersonic Division. Additive manufacturing has allowed researchers there to streamline the prototyping and testing processes for new parts. More

11-year-old Dane Jarvis 3D prints working violin, starts violin 3D printing business

Oct.27, 2016 - The eleven-year-old Dane Jarvis from Fenton, Michigan, has actually 3D printed a working violin at home, inspired by the 3D printable Hovalin instrument, and has now started his very own violin 3D printing business. More

Eindhoven plans to built Europe’s first 3D printed concrete house

Oct.27, 2016 - After experimenting with their custom concrete 3D printer over the past year, TU Eindhoven researchers have now finally received permission from the municipality of Eindhoven to build the first 3D printed concrete home in the Netherlands. More

UAE 'Smart Buildability Index' to standardize 3D printed buildings and construction

Oct.26, 2016 - In the UAE, where arguably one of the most ambitious 3D printing construction plans is being put forth, officials have just announced that their standardization is moving swiftly forwards, and that a new Index is being put together for the standardization of 3D printed buildings. More

Top 30 3D printed Halloween costumes, props, and decorations

Oct.26, 2016 - With October 31st fast approaching, makers everywhere are sure to be warming up their 3D printers to make some awesome costumes, props, and decorations. If you're still looking for inspiration, check out some of our top 3D printed Halloween ideas for 2016. More

3D printed ZEI time tracker makes time management easier than ever

Oct.26, 2016 - Time tracking can be a pain: jotting down minutes and hours in a day can be exhausting, and forgetting to do it can be incredibly frustrating. Fortunately, a team of developers have created a remarkably simple solution that combines innovative object design and IoT: the ZEI. More

TU Wien: 3D printed magnets cheaper and more flexible than injection molded ones

Oct.25, 2016 - Researchers at TU Wien in Austria have devised a method of fabricating permanent magnets using a 3D printer. The method allows for the 3D printing of complex forms with precisely customized magnetic fields, useful for magnetic sensors and other devices. More

Bring Godzilla into your home with Bandai's 40k 3D printed human-sized statue

Oct.25, 2016 - Bandai has 3D printed a man-sized Godzilla statue that perfectly captures every detail of the iconic cinematic monster, the first in a line of human-scale monsters, and it is now available for a massive 40,000 dollars. More

SpiderFab: Spider robots may soon 3D print satellites in space

Oct.25, 2016 - Aerospace company Tethers Unlimited Inc (TUI) has teamed with commercial satellite firm Space Systems Loral (SSL) to develop 3D printing robots for use in space. The 'SpiderFab' project will see robots 3D printing large truss structures in space in order to support antennas and other constructs. More

Mihai Chiriac believes 3D printed aquaponic homes can bring ecosystems back to urban areas

Oct.25, 2016 - Mihai Chiriac from the University of Sheffield has given the world a glimpse of a sustainable future with Aquaponic Future Housing, 3D printed aquaponic homes that create miniature ecosystems in urban areas that can sustain vegetable and even fish life. More

Researchers find zebrafish want to hang out with moving 3D printed robotic models of themselves

Oct.25, 2016 - A team of researchers from the NYU Tandon School of Engineering have discovered that zebrafish actually engage more with 3D printed robotic models of themselves than they do with other types of stimuli. The finding reveals certain things about not only the fish's behavior but also of human disorders. More

LPW invests £20m to produce high quality metal powders for 3D printing, creates 120 new jobs

Oct.25, 2016 - 3D printable metal powder manufacturer LPW Technology is about to invest 20 million pounds in their manufacturing capacity and the Liverpool region, creating 120 new jobs in an attempt to boost the local innovation climate. More

Japanese artist Taketo Kobayashi uses 3D printing to bring ancient Shinto god to life

Oct.25, 2016 - Japanese artist Taketo Kobayashi has again combined traditional Japanese animistic religious expressions with modern technology while 3D printing a gorgeous statue of the ancient Shinto god Sarutahiko. More

3D printed organs on a chip could one day put an end to animal testing

Oct.24, 2016 - Harvard University has 3D printed 'organs on a chip' that could help change medical research and put an end to animal testing. More

TU Delft researchers pioneer self-folding medical implants using 3D printing and origami techniques

Oct.24, 2016 - Dutch research team affiliated with the Universities of Maastricht and Delft have successfully 3D printed smart implants with self-folding properties that encourage cell regeneration after implantation. More

3D printed portable smartphone laboratory by WSU researchers can detect cancer on the go

Oct.24, 2016 - Researchers from Washington State University are making it possible to diagnose cancers in every corner of the world with the low-cost portable laboratory Spectrometer smartphone accessory. More

IFPEN unveils world's first 3D designed and printed chemical reactor

Oct.24, 2016 - A team of researchers from French energy company IFP Énergies Nouvelles (IFPEN) have developed an innovative method for 3D printing a metal chemical reactor using CFD. The 3D printed chemical reactor, the first of its kind, will be used in the production of clean fuels. More

3D printed, Nintendo-inspired 'Harmonicartridge' plays a novelty song for Donkey Kong

Oct.23, 2016 - Two Canadian game-lovers have created a novelty musical instrument inspired by classic Nintendo cartridges. The Blotendo Harmonicartridge, a cross between a NES cartridge and a harmonica, was prototyped on a 3D printer and is currently available for $19 through Kickstarter. More

LLNL researchers use 3D printing to advance target production for material strength tests

Oct.23, 2016 - Researchers from the United States' Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory announced that they are exploring the use of 3D printing for the production of 'on-demand' targets for the testing of different material behaviors. More

Prolific Maker Christoph Laimer at it again with 3D printed LED focused gadgetry certain to impress

Oct.22, 2016 - Inspiration is sometimes difficult to sustain but Swiss Maker Christoph Laimer continues his streak with 3D printed brushless motors, generators, watches and LED driven wind power writers. More

Dr0wned: Researchers highlight security concerns with 3D printing by downing a drone

Oct.20, 2016 - Cybercriminals can hack in to a 3D printing process and put defects into the next plane, car or boat off the 'production line'. Now a team of researchers has proved it. More

WiGo: UAE's first 3D printed self-driving car unveiled at GITEX 2016

Oct.20, 2016 - UAE-based company DigiRobotics recently unveiled WiGo, the country's first 3D printed autonomous vehicle. The 3D printed self-driving car was presented at GITEX 2016 in Dubai. More

KillaJoule, the world's fastest electric motorcycle, breaks records with the help of 3D printing

Oct.20, 2016 - Swedish engineer Eva Håkansson has developed the world's fastest electric motorcycle, the KillaJoule, with the help of 3D printing. The impressive vehicle currently holds the world record for fastest electric motorcycle with an impressive speed of 248.746 mph (400.2 kph). More

Influence of 3D printed Lily light remains undimmed after 14 years

Oct.20, 2016 - In an interview with Dezeen, designer Janne Kyttanen looks back on the 3D printed Lily light, a flower-shaped lamp designed at Amsterdam's Freedom of Creation studio back in 2002. The laser-sintered lamp was an early example of 3D printing being used to create desirable, functional objects. More

See paper in a new way with Nendo's 3D printed paper outline exhibition 'Un-Printed Material'

Oct.20, 2016 - Japanese design firm Nendo has unveiled its latest exhibition: Un-Printed Material. Hosted at Tokyo's Creation Gallery G8, the exhibition explores the medium of paper through 3D printed outlined objects. More

MSU researchers use 3D printed hand replicas to fight fingerprint identity theft

Oct.20, 2016 - Researchers from Michigan State University have discovered that 3D printed hands and fingerprints can actually be used for identity theft, and have tested various fingerprint scanners to better protect against this type of crime. More

Redditor 3D prints incredibly cool Arduino powered UV triggered retractable sunglasses

Oct.20, 2016 - Sunglasses are incredibly useful in the sun but not so much when the glare disappears. A reddit user was inspired by Deux Ex to create a 3D printable pair of glasses that automatically retract based on incoming UV light. More

Educational 3D printed heart valve surgery simulator adopted at Maastricht University Hospital

Oct.20, 2016 - Cardiovascular surgeons from the Maastricht University Hospital have developed an educational simulator that relies on custom 3D printed heart valves to allow surgeons-in-training to practice particularly complex mitral valve repair surgeries. More

Drinkbot, a DIY 3D printed robotic cocktail dress is as stunning as it is thirst quenching

Oct.19, 2016 - Dutch fashion tech designer Anouk Wipprecht has unveiled her latest creation, Drinkbot: a 3D printed and leather robotic dress that can actually pour out cocktails. The innovative designer has posted a detailed tutorial on how you can make your own Drinkbot dress. More

Redditor 3D prints gargantuan Fallout T-60 power armor during 140 days of continuous 3D printing

Oct.19, 2016 - Redditor hirocreations built a truly inspiring T-60 power armor suit, inspired by the Fallout game franchise, during a mind-blowing 140-day continuous 3D printing marathon. More

Could fast internet and 3D printing change life in the Australian outback?

Oct.19, 2016 - A brave plan to bring fast internet to the Australian wilderness with satellites could pave the way for an additive manufacturing revolution that can change lives. More

Standard Products: 3D printed modular furniture that you can design

Oct.18, 2016 - Netherlands based designers Jesse Howard and Jesse Kirschner have just launched their latest collection of modular DIY 3D printed furniture through Kickstarter. The series is called "Standard Products" and will be featured at the upcoming Dutch Design Week in Eindhoven. More

Amazon opens doors of top secret 'Prime Air' 3D printed drone lab in Cambridge UK

Oct.17, 2016 - Online retailer Amazon has invited schoolchildren and local media to its secret drone laboratory in Cambridge, UK. Inside the facility, which contains 3D printing equipment, researchers are developing drones which can deliver 2kg packages up to 15 miles in just half an hour. More

By 2017 all Dubai hospitals will be using 3D printing for pre-surgical models and more

Oct.17, 2016 - The Dubai Health Authority has announced that by the year 2017, all Dubai hospitals will have adopted 3D printing technologies for various applications. These include 3D printing artificial limbs, denture molds, fracture casts, and notably the 3D printing of artificial organs to be used in pre-surgical procedures. More

Ai Build unveils Daedalus Pavilion, 3D printed by robots using Artificial Intelligence

Oct.17, 2016 - London-based startup Ai Build is seeking to efficiently 3D print smart homes in the near future, and have just unveiled the 3D printed Daedalus Pavilion in Amsterdam to showcase the viability of their custom large scale 3D printing robot and learning algorithms. More

3D printed metal 'bones' allow Kengoro the humanoid robot to cool down by sweating

Oct.17, 2016 - Thanks to a 3D printed aluminum frame featuring porous surfaces, Japanese researchers have enabled their Kengoro robot to sweat de-ionized water and cool down his motors during use, significantly increasing his performance capacity. More

11-year-old Tilly tests 3D printed Deus Ex prosthetic arm after losing hands to meningitis

Oct.17, 2016 - After losing both of her hands to meningitis as a baby, the now 11-year-old Tilly has started working together with British prosthetics pioneer Open Bionics to test a 3D printed prosthetic arm inspired by Deus Ex. More

S'NEXT launches limited run of 3D printed titanium earphones for ultimate sound experience

Oct.17, 2016 - Japanese company S'NEXT is taking 3D printed earphones to the next level, with a limited run of 200 3D printed LAB II titanium earphones that should provide a vivid sound field and the ultimate audio experience. More

Biomedical engineer says 'yes' to 3D printed diamond engagement ring

Oct.16, 2016 - Husband-to-be Noah Keating surprised his fianc'e Nina Tandon, CEO of bone graft specialist EpiBone, with a 3D printed engagement ring inspired by the muscle fibers of the human heart. The 3D printed band was adorned with a lab-grown diamond. More

Aqua Shard hosts stunning 3D printed nature installation dedicated to Sir David Attenborough

Oct.16, 2016 - Aqua Shard, the restaurant in one of London's most iconic contemporary buildings, will be unveiling an installation dedicated to Sir David Attenborough next month. The installation features thousands of 3D printed leaves, each printed from recycled plastics. More

3D printing news roundup: Airbus and Stratasys strike deal, Nano Dimension expands into 3D bioprinting

Oct.15, 2016 - Everyone may be talking about Clinton vs Trump, but our 3D printing news roundup sees two graphene-based 3D printing filaments vying for your vote. In other news: Airbus and Stratasys strike a deal, Nano Dimension expands into 3D bioprinting, and the Boy Scouts of America get 3D printing. More

This DIY 3D printed UV Brush Cleaner keeps your makeup brushes dry and sterilized

Oct.15, 2016 - Adafruit's the Ruiz Brothers have come up with a clever design for a 3D printed UV Brush Cleaner tool. Essentially, the 3D printed box is equipped with a fan and UV LEDs which keep your makeup brushes dry and sterilized. More

WaterScope uses 3D printed microscope to bring water testing to the developing world

Oct.14, 2016 - A group of academics from Cambridge University have developed the WaterScope, a 3D printed microscope kit that relies on a Raspberry Pi to quickly test local drinking water for harmful pathogens, and which could help millions in the developing world. More

New Panasonic smart mirror scans your blemishes and 3D prints customized makeup

Oct.14, 2016 - Japanese multinational electronics company Panasonic has unveiled a new prototype of its smart mirror. This last prototype can analyze the user's skin imperfections and 3D print customized makeup sheets to be applied. More

KCNSC 3D prints 25000th part, saving more than $45M in production costs in the process

Oct.14, 2016 - Researchers from the Kansas City National Security Campus, part of the NNSA, have just reached an important milestone by 3D printing their 25,000th part and having saved millions in production costs while developing those components. More

3D printing lets the blind to touch and feel Gustav Klimt's 1908 masterpiece 'The Kiss'

Oct.14, 2016 - A 3D printed version of The Kiss (1908), a painting by Austrian Symbolist Gustav Klimt, is on display at the Belvedere Museum in Vienna, where the original work also resides. The all-white 3D printed version represents the original in relief, and can therefore be studied by blind museum-goers. More

3D printing and scanning give twins conjoined at the head a fighting chance

Oct.14, 2016 - Jadon and Anias MacDonald are cranially conjoined twins and now 3D scanning and 3D printed models have helped the surgeon prepare for the Herculean task of their separation. More

3D printed EXO 1 exoskeleton transforms DJI Phantom 4 into a search-and-rescue drone

Oct.14, 2016 - Frost Design has transformed the popular DJI Phantom 4 drone into a dedicated search-and-rescue tool with the EXO 1, a 3D printed exoskeleton frame that enables the inclusion of various cameras, lights and other reconnaissance tools. More

Hyatt Hotels ad campaign celebrates business travelers with 3D printed statuettes

Oct.13, 2016 - Hyatt hotels have launched the #WhySettle campaign to celebrate business travelers. As part of the campaign, they have launched a context through which people can nominate their favorite business traveler who will be entered to win a 3D printed statue of themselves. More

Sharebot to unveil fully 3D printed RCSIR-3D race car prototype at Maker Faire Rome

Oct.13, 2016 - At this year's Maker Faire Rome, Italian 3D printer company Sharebot will be showcasing its latest 3D printing project: RCSIR-3D, a fully 3D printed RC racing car. In addition to the 3D printed RC car, the company will also display a number of its 3D printer models. More

These genius 3D printed earrings catch your Apple Airpods when they fall out

Oct.13, 2016 - To address the issue of Apple's Airpods falling out, 3D printer company M3D has unveiled a pair of 3D printed earrings, the 'Twisty Earbud Catchers', which have been specially designed to catch the falling Airpods. They earrings are available for download on Thingiverse. More

TurtleBot 3: Open source robotics to truly stretch your 3D printing skills

Oct.13, 2016 - TurtleBot 3, a simpler version of the legendary TurtleBot hits the market next year and it could be the perfect platform for the 3D printing community to take robotics to the next level. More

Incredibly detailed 3D printed Overwatch gun comes ready to blast sound through its built-in speakers

Oct.13, 2016 - Cosplay and hobbyists around the world have been embracing 3D printing technology for years now. It seems every month bigger and more intricate ideas get realized and Simone Fontana's 3D printed Overwatch gun (speakers included) proves this once again. More

3m statue of Polish soccer star Robert Lewandowski: 'The Tallest 3D Printed Person!'

Oct.13, 2016 - A collaborative project between five 3D printing and 3D scanning companies has produced what could be the world's tallest 3D printed person: a three-meter-tall statue of Polish soccer star Robert Lewandowski. FabLab Kielce, one of the companies involved, will apply for the official Guinness record. More

Get ready for Halloween with 3D printed pumpkins, spooky waving skeletons, and more

Oct.12, 2016 - Kitronic, a provider of 3D printing and electronics project kits, has released a range of 3D printing and laser cutting Halloween projects, including a 3D printable pumpkin with flickering LED candle. Two of the spooky projects make use of the pocket-sized, Arduino-like BBC micro:bit computer. More

Northwestern researchers pioneer custom 3D printed biodegradable vascular stents

Oct.12, 2016 - A team of researchers from Northwestern University have pioneered flexible 3D printed biodegradable stents, which can easily be customized for each and every patient and provide life-saving support in the case of weak or clogged up arteries. More

3D printed Griptight Snowboard Binding to improve performance on the slopes

Oct.12, 2016 - Australian student and entrepreneur Robert Leen is working on a 3D printed snowboard binding system called the Griptight Snowboard Binding that will give users far more movement control. He believes that 3D printing can revolutionize snowboarding. More

Prince’s ashes, encased in beautiful 3D printed Paisley Park urn, are now on display

Oct.12, 2016 - The ashes of the pop star prince, who died earlier this year, have been stored in a remarkable 3D printed Paisley Park urn made by Foreverence. The urn is actually on display in the studio and home of the artist, which has been transformed in a temporary museum. More

Does infill pattern change your 3D print's tensile strength? A new study has the answer

Oct.12, 2016 - The type of infill you choose for your 3D print can have a major impact on its tensile strength. Now a new study, a collaborative effort between two Universities in Valencia and the Universidad Politecnica Salesiana del Ecuador, has revealed more details. More

Harvard scientists 3D print 'living' kidney model, a step forward in building functional human tissues

Oct.12, 2016 - Scientists at Harvard have used a 3D bioprinter to 3D print a tubular renal architecture that mimics human kidney function. The research advances the collective goal of 3D printing functional human organs for drug screening, disease modeling, and regenerative medicine. More

3D printed Lego-inspired HelmetHair makes safe biking fun for kids

Oct.12, 2016 - Simon Higby and Clara Prior-Knock of DDB Copenhagen design agency have designed what could be the best helmet concept after H'vding's airbag for cyclists, and it is exactly what you may have guessed: a 3D printed helmet made to look like a head of hair. More

6m long 3D printed aluminum spar could be world's biggest metal 3D printed object

Oct.11, 2016 - British researchers from Cranfield University might have just set a new record for the biggest 3D printed object in the world, with a six meter long, 300kg double-sided 3D printed aluminum spar. More

SD3D unveils fully 3D printed skateboard, even down to its wheels

Oct.11, 2016 - In an attempt to test their material limitations, San Diego 3D printing service SD3D has just completed a fully 3D printed skateboard. Made from a variety of different materials, the skateboard was recently taken out for a test ride by Braille Skateboarding. More

$600 EpiPen price hike inspires DIY 3D printed EpiPencil that costs just $3

Oct.11, 2016 - In response to the unjustifiable 600 percent price hike that pharmaceutical manufacturer Mylan introduced for the EpiPen earlier this year, hackers have just shared a 3D printed EpiPencil alternative that can be built for just a few dollars. More

Awesome 3D printed gadgets: 3D printed smartwatch, Flux money pendulum, OpenRC Tractor

Oct.11, 2016 - For all makers and 3D printing enthusiasts out there, here is a roundup of some of the coolest 3D printed gadget projects we've seen this week. From a hacked Nokia 1100 cellphone, to a 3D printed OpenRC Tractor, to geometrically stunning 3D printed chocolates, we just can't enough of what's been happening in the world of 3D printing. More

This 3D printed Raspberry Pi Pokémon finder device could help you catch even the rarest Pokémon

Oct.11, 2016 - Adafruit's the Ruiz Brothers have released a 3D printing tutorial that is sure to get Pokémon Go users as excited as ever. In it, the innovative makers explain how one can easily build a Raspberry Pi based finder device which notifies players what types of Pokémon might be in their vicinity. More

Singapore researchers invented a 3D printed scaffold to grow bone for dental implants

Oct.11, 2016 - A team of Singapore researchers is making bone grafting obsolete with a 3D printed scaffold in which new bone material is grown for dental implants, and will be testing it on 132 patients over the coming years. More

Singapore roboticists 3D print cost-effective soft robots on consumer 3D printers

Oct.10, 2016 - Despite relying on nothing more than consumer-grade FDM 3D printing technology, a team of Singapore researchers has pioneered airtight and widely applicable soft pneumatic actuators that could make the entire field of soft robotics more cost-effective. More

Stylish 3D printed Yuma sunglasses are made from bamboo and recycled materials

Oct.9, 2016 - Belgian startup Yuma is working on extremely stylish 3D printed sunglasses that are made from recycled bamboo, refrigerators and dashboards as part of a circular economy. More

See how Gaudi's Sagrada Familia was recreated with a 3D printing pen

Oct.9, 2016 - After four months of hard work, Cornelia Kuglmeier has completed a miniature scale replica of Gaudi's famous Sagrada Familia church made entirely using a 3D printing pen. More

Oskar van Deventer's 3D printed geared whiplash is the coolest desk toy ever

Oct.8, 2016 - Dutch puzzle maker Oskar van Deventer has just unveiled what might be his coolest creation to date: a 3D printed geared whiplash. The kinetic toy is currently available for purchase through van Deventer's Shapeways store. More

Dan Sultan's new music video features his singing 3D printed head

Oct.8, 2016 - Much to the excitement of his fans, Australian alt-rock artist Dan Sultan has just released his latest single, Magnetic, along with an accompanying music video which features some very cool 3D printed visual effects.' More

Bull of Nimrod, Palmyra temple reborn in Rome after ISIS destruction, thanks to 3D printing

Oct.7, 2016 - A team of Italian archeologists and historians have used 3D printing to recreate three iconic artefacts from Iraq and Syria that were destroyed by ISIS, including the Assyrian Bull of Nimrod, the Hall of Archives from Ebla and the Temple of Bel from Palmyra. More

Ghent University team fights water scarcity with 3D printed Dewpal water collector

Oct.7, 2016 - A team of researchers from the University of Gent are developing Dewpal, a 3D printed water collector that integrates synthetic biology, to help combat water scarcity. They are currently raising funds to bring their project to the International Genetically Engineered Machine competition. More

Educational 3D printing is a key part of Manufacturing Day 2016

Oct.7, 2016 - 3D printing is a more visible part of Manufacturing Day than ever before, with numerous educational 3D printing initiatives kicking off across the U.S. today including a 3D Veterans Bootcamp. More

Five universities join forces in €4.6M PRosPERoS project to develop 3D printed joint implants

Oct.7, 2016 - Led by Dutch university Maastricht UMC, medical experts from five universities are joining forces in the PRosPERoS research project to develop the next generation of joint-replacing implants through 3D printing. More

Iowa State students build a lighter, faster race car for Formula SAE with 3D printing

Oct.7, 2016 - Cyclone Racing, an automotive racing team from Iowa State University (ISU), has used 3D printing to build an open-wheel race car for Formula SAE, an international car design competition. The team used a Stratasys Fortus 450mc 3D printer and ULTEM 1010 3D printing material. More

Dubai plans to 3D print fully residential building, officially launches Future Accelerators program

Oct.7, 2016 - Dubai announces plans to build its first 3D printed fully residential building. At the same time, the city's Future Accelerators program has officially been launched. More

Got a 3D printer? Help make a giant Rosie the Riveter statue!

Oct.6, 2016 - Just as Rosie the Riveter helped to build up and sustain America during its hard time, makers can now help to build up Rosie the Riveter through We the Builders fourth crowdsourced project. More

SLM Solutions 3D prints 12 inch titanium spacecraft valve body in just 6.5 days

Oct.6, 2016 - SLM Solutions' unusually large SLM280HL 3D printer was used to 3D print a very large titanium spacecraft valve in just six and a half days, paving the way for a much larger variety of aerospace 3D printing projects. More

LudusScope, 3D printed smartphone microscope brings the basics of microbiology to kids

Oct.6, 2016 - Researchers from Stanford combined 3D printing with smartphones in the LudusScope, a 3D printed microscope that playfully introduces the basics of microbiology to kids of all ages. More

This 3D-printed pavilion will break ORNL's Guinness record for largest 3D printed object

Oct.6, 2016 - The Oak Ridge National Laboratory could be breaking its own record for largest single-piece 3D printed object later this year by 3D printing two pavilions called 'Flotsam and Jetsam' by SHoP Architects. More

Great Dane stands tall and beats cancer with 3D printed, 35cm-long bionic leg implant

Oct.6, 2016 - A 175lb Great Dane is running and playing again after almost losing his leg and his life to a malignant tumor. A 3D printed, 35cm-long bone titanium implant has put the spring back in his step. More

These weapon-inspired 3D printed stiletto boots are killer

Oct.5, 2016 - New York-based fashion tech designer Anna Karpman has created a pair of truly stunning and lethal looking stiletto thigh high boots using 3D modeling and printing technologies. 3D printing has allowed the designer to explore new possibilities in her work. More

Makers of 3D printed 'Fish Call' device wow judges on ABC's Shark Tank, raise $150k

Oct.5, 2016 - Father-and-son entrepreneurs Jeff and Jack Danos are expecting $2 million in sales for their 3D printed Fish Call attractor after appearing on ABC's Shark Tank last week. Their 'TactiBite' startup received $150,000 in funding from businessman Robert Herjavec in exchange for a 10% equity stake. More

3D printed smart wing by Virginia Tech wins first America Makes Innovation Sprint

Oct.5, 2016 - Virginia Tech's DREAMS Lab has just been named the winner of the inaugural America Makes Innovation Sprint, with their entry featuring a 3D printed smart wing with integrated sensing and actuation features that will allow aircraft to autonomously adapt to flying conditions. More

Billionaire Li Ka-shing eyes 3D printed cars and artificial intelligence

Oct.5, 2016 - The foundation of Hong Kong billionaire Li Ka-shing, who has a reputation for backing highly disruptive and potent technology, has just revealed that 3D printed cars and artificial intelligence are among Li's prime targets. More

New 3D printed titanium satellite inserts by Atos and Materialise are up to 70% lighter

Oct.5, 2016 - Belgian 3D printing giant Materialise and digital services specialist Atos have just unveiled spectacular 3D printed titanium satellite inserts that are 70 percent lighter than existing parts and will become huge cost-saving opportunities. More

4ekolka, an impressive 3D printed electric city car debuts on a Prague driveway

Oct.5, 2016 - Czech designer Petr Chládek has just unveiled the 4ekolka, his very own 3D printed two-seater electric car that is perfect for use in the tiny streets of Prague thanks to its efficient design and highly powerful battery. More

Experience the Tokyo cityscape with the 3D printed 'ONE HUNDRED TOKYO' mega-map

Oct.4, 2016 - iJet Inc., a 3D printing solutions company from Tokyo, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for ONE HUNDRED TOKYO, a 3D printed replica of the Tokyo cityscape. The complete set consists of 100 pieces (each 100 x 100 x ~3 mm), but individual neighborhoods can be ordered separately. More

3D printing helps shed a new light on revolutionary Aurora Bright Bikes

Oct.4, 2016 - An innovative new bike called Aurora Bright Bikes has surfaced on Kickstarter. The frame lights up in hundreds of ways and can even link to a heart rate monitor, but it wouldn't have happened without a 3D printer. More

Kabuku and Honda realize first 3D printed Japanese car for confectionery delivery service

Oct.4, 2016 - Japanese car giant Honda has teamed up with local 3D printing specialist Kabuku to 3D print a miniscule, one-seater delivery car for the Toshimaya confectionery delivery service. More

Bespoke 3D printed Formy handlebar grips for bikes launch on Kickstarter

Oct.4, 2016 - Startup FormyGrips by Sky Van Iderstine has just launched a crowdfunding campaign for the Formy 3D printed bar grips, a new type of affordable and customizable 3D printed bike grips with the perfect balance between durability and comfort. More

A new 3D printed, shock-absorbing material from MIT could protect robots and drones

Oct.3, 2016 - Researchers at MIT's Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory (CSAIL) have developed a new method for 3D printing soft materials with precisely controlled shock-aborbing properties. The 3D printed materials could improve the durability of drones, phones, shoes, and more. More

Skylanders Imaginators will let you design and 3D print your own Skylander heroes

Oct.3, 2016 - Using a new mobile app, players of the Skylanders toys-to-life video game series will be able to create their own 3D printed, fully playable characters for the forthcoming Skylanders Imaginators game. Players can also use the app to create personalized trading cards and T-shirts. More

The 3D printed GRIPsher Multi-Tool could be the keychain tool you’ve been waiting for

Oct.3, 2016 - All-in-one 3D printed GRIPsher multi-tool provides unprecedented functionality for almost any application, from stripping and cutting wires, to opening paint cans, to screwing in any size of screw, and more. The handy tool was developed by Christian Reed, a military veteran. More

3D Printing in Fashion and Art: Burning Man headpieces, 3D printed lipstick, Iron Age jewelry

Oct.3, 2016 - With so much happening in the world of 3D printing, it's hard to keep up sometimes, even for us! To help keep our fashion and art loving readers up to date, we've put together a list of some notable 3D printing projects that we heard about this week, from 3D printed Burning Man headpieces, to Iron Age 3D printed jewelry, to 3D printed makeup. More

3D printed fish fossil uncovers clues about the evolution of human teeth

Oct.3, 2016 - Researchers from the Australian National University have just applied 3D printing and 3D scanning to an Buchanosteus fish fossil and have found valuable clues about the evolutionary process of jaws and teeth in vertebrates, including humans. More

Watch: Gwendoline Christie of 'Game of Thrones' trapped in a shifting 3D printed dress

Oct.3, 2016 - Actress Gwendoline Christie from Game of Thrones and Dutch fashion designer Iris van Herpen have collaborated with filmmaker Barnaby Roper to create 'The Dress', a short film about a shape-shifting and transforming 3D printed dress which envelops and consumes Christie. More

Metallic barrel liner strengthens newly developed 3D printed gun Songbird

Oct.2, 2016 - 3D printed guns have come a long way since Cody Wilson first released his Liberator in 2013. A newly released pistol called the Songbird uses a metallic barrel liner to provide increased accuracy and reliability. More

Light up your cosplay with this 3D printed glowing mace prop

Oct.2, 2016 - The Ruiz Brothers have come up with yet another awesome 3D printed project to help you bring your cosplay game to the next level: a 3D printed glowing mace prop. The piece, made up 28 3D printed parts and some simple electronics, is sure to wow your friends. More

Fantastic 3D printed Black Panther action figure realized by ImprimaLab

Oct.2, 2016 - Argentinian designer Sebastian Dominguez has enlisted the help of Brazilian 3D printing service ImprimaLab to 3D print a Black Panther action figure, with the final model perfectly capturing the Marvel character's spirit. More

An algorithm and 3D printing ensure 'Rio' furniture remains unique and timeless

Oct.1, 2016 - Studio INTEGRATE and Morgan Studio have joined forces to create RIO, a set of partially 3D printed tables and chairs which use mathematical algorithms to ensure that each piece is unique. The collection combines traditional furniture craft with cutting-edge additive manufacturing techniques. More

New €68M Curam research center targets 3D printed muscle fibers and other medical breakthroughs

Sep.30, 2016 - Curam, a new research center in Ireland wants to repair damaged muscles and tendons in athletes. It also wants to take on critical illnesses and change the world of medical science. More

3D printed Miriam device can detect dozens of cancers using a single blood sample

Sep.30, 2016 - Medical startup Miroculus is developing a very precise 3D printed blood test device called the Miriam, which can detect early stage cancer by looking at microRNA signatures in small blood samples. More

US Marine test: 3D printed munition proved to be more lethal than conventional

Sep.30, 2016 - The US Marine Corps is a big believer in the power of 3D printing, and has just expanded upon 3D printed spare part initiatives with a successful 3D printed munition test. More

Colombian e-NABLE shares 'Snow Queen', 'Ninja', 'Cinderella', 'Iron Man' themed 3D printed hand files

Sep.30, 2016 - The Colombian chapter of e-NABLE is letting local kids dream big with amazing open-source and 3D printable hand prosthesis designs, all inspired by superheroes and princesses, which they just shared online. More

Clemson researchers develop custom-softness 3D printed orthotics for diabetes, arthritis patients

Sep.29, 2016 - With the help of orthotics experts, researchers at South Carolina's Clemson University have developed a process for creating 3D printed orthotics for diabetes and arthritis patients. The orthotics will have customizable softness levels and use multiple materials. More

BioInspiration and SLEM fight shoe pollution with 3D printed compostable footwear

Sep.29, 2016 - Dutch footwear pioneers SLEM have used BioInspiration's compostable WillowFlex filament to 3D print a series of fully biodegradable shoes, which could lead the way in an industry-wide paradigm shift towards sustainability. More

Long Tall Sally creates realistic 3D printed mannequin based on 3D scan of real person

Sep.29, 2016 - Long Tall Sally, the trend setter for fashion for tall women, has just 3D printed a realistically-sized mannequin by 3D scanning one of their actual clients. More

Synthetic 3D-printed 'hyperelastic bone' induces bone regeneration, could mend broken bones

Sep.29, 2016 - Researchers from Northwestern University have just unveiled a new 3D printable hyperelastic material for bone implants, which is easy to produce and modify, extremely flexible and durable, cheap and even induces bone regeneration. More

'Making a Difference / A Difference in Making' exhibition showcases 80 unusual 3D printed objects

Sep.28, 2016 - Belgian 3D printing company Materialise has brought the 'Making a Difference / A Difference in Making' exhibition to the Red Dot Design Museum in Essen, Germany. The exhibition presents 80 3D printed pieces which show how 3D printing can environmentally and socially beneficial. More

See how Paul Braddock created Eddie, the amazing 3D printed steampunk robot

Sep.28, 2016 - With his spectacular 3D printed Eddie the Robot, Australian visual artist Paul Braddock has just reminded the world of what airbrushing and careful post-processing can bring to 3D printing and toy-making. More

3D printed lifelike human body with functioning heart and lungs could train surgeons dealing with emergency trauma

Sep.27, 2016 - Researchers from Nottingham Trent University in Great Britain have, with the help of industry partners, created a 3D printed replica of a human body with functioning heart and lungs. The model will be used to prepare surgeons for real life surgery. More

Kitronik releases free 3D printable desk lamp resources for students

Sep.27, 2016 - Kitronik, a provider of electronic project kits and educational resources for schools, has published a new kit which enables students and makers to create a 3D printed desktop lamp. Kitronic believes the kit would make an ideal Design & Technology project for schools. More

Could ORNL's 3D printed excavator be used to construct Mars colony?

Sep.27, 2016 - Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has unveiled the AME, or Additive Manufactured Excavator, a 3D printed, steel mini-excavator that could someday be replicated on Mars in order to start construction for a colony. The excavator's arm, driver's cab, and parts of its engine were 3D printed. More

How Gossamer built Teal, the world's fastest production drone with help of 3D printing

Sep.27, 2016 - It has just been revealed that product developers Gossamer extensively relied on MakerBot 3D printers during the development of George Matus's Teal drone, the world's fastest production drone with top speeds of over 70 mph. More

Kúla Bebe mirror based lens adaptor turns your smartphone into a true 3D camera

Sep.27, 2016 - With so much of modern technology going 3D these days, it's a little bit surprising there is no smartphone available (yet) with 3D capture capabilities. A compact mirror driven adapter called Kúla Bebe hopes to change that. More

Could roller coasters and 3D printing hold the cure for kidney stones?

Sep.27, 2016 - With the help of a 3D printed kidney, researchers have found a way to encourage the kidney to pass kidney stones naturally. Could this be a new form of medical science? More

Our Top 26 3D printed housing and construction projects

Sep.26, 2016 - From fully constructed homes and pavilions, to architectural installations, to projects that are still being realized, take a look at some of our favorite 3D printed construction projects from the past few years to see the amazing trajectory of additive manufacturing within the fields of construction and architecture. More

ABB adopts Ultimaker 3D printers for YuMi robot's revolutionary gripping system

Sep.26, 2016 - Swiss robotics giant ABB revealed that they have adopted Ultimaker 3D printing technology for the development of the revolutionary gripping system of the YuMi, the world's first collaborative dual-arm industrial assembly robot. More

Listen to the world's first 3D printed aluminum guitar by Olaf Diegel

Sep.26, 2016 - Dutch medical 3D printing specialists Xilloc and 3D printed instrument pioneer Olaf Diegel have just released footage of the Heavy Metal, the world's first 3D printed aluminum guitar, in action. More

SatRevolution reveals plans to 3D print first private Polish satellite, to be in orbit mid-2017

Sep.26, 2016 - A team of Polish game developers has moved into the aerospace sector as SatRevolution, and is planning to 3D print the first private commercial Polish nanosatellite. More

Saxion researchers pioneer lightweight 3D printed thermoplastic composites for leg prostheses

Sep.26, 2016 - Researchers from the Dutch Saxion University of Applied Sciences and several corporate partners are exploring cost effective solutions for thermoplastic composites, and showcased the possibilities of this lightweight material with 3D printed leg prostheses. More

This 3D printed smart wristband turns hand prosthetics into easy-to-use digital mice for amputees

Sep.25, 2016 - A team of German students has developed Shortcut, a 3D printed smart wristband which communicates wireless gestures through muscle movement. The device, which is still being prototyped, will allow amputees to easily use digital devices such as laptops and desktop computers. More

Stratasys 3D printer making a splash at Speedo Aqualab

Sep.25, 2016 - Swimwear giant Speedo is using a Stratasys Objet Connex 350 3D printer to cut design iteration times at its 'Aqualab' R&D center in Nottingham, England. The 3D printer is being used for the rapid prototyping of hard goods. More

3D printing news roundup: Celprogen's 3D printed scaffold human heart, Nano Dimension looks to raise $10m

Sep.24, 2016 - In a busy week for the 3D printing industry, NASA engineers explored new ways to optimize 3D printed rocket components, the state of Ohio invested in educational additive manufacturing, and Celprogen created a 3D printed heart. Here's our weekly roundup of news you might have missed. More

Alliant Castings cuts back cost and lead times for part manufacturing with Atlas 2.0 3D printer

Sep.24, 2016 - Minnesota-based foundry Alliant Castings has recently adopted 3D printing into their pattern making processes. The technology has allowed them to improve upon their traditional processes by both cutting back on lead times and overall production costs. More

Maker on quest to create ultimate 3D printed bouncy ball

Sep.24, 2016 - Aidan Leitch, a young New Yorker with a passion for 3D printing, has engineered an effective and consistent bouncy ball made from NinjaFlex 3D printing filament. After some unsuccessful prototypes, Leitch eventually improved the design with a 3D isometric internal structure. More

Aerojet Rocketdyne using 3D printing to replace Russian RD-180, to deliver affordable AR-1 rocket engine by 2019

Sep.23, 2016 - Aerojet Rocketdyne, the American rocket and missile propulsion manufacturer, is using 3D printing to create the American-built AR1 rocket engine, commissioned to replace the Russian-built RD-180 by 2019. 3D printing is being used to prototype preburner element designs. More

Cr3do transforms Corda Campus into largest 3D printed scale model of Belgium

Sep.23, 2016 - Belgian architecture 3D printing startup Cr3do has just transformed local innovation hotspot Corda Campus into the largest 3D printed scale model of Belgium. More

Taiwanese industry alliance develops new 3D printed medical material for global market

Sep.23, 2016 - An industry alliance consisting of Taiwan's NARLabs, ThinTech Materials Technology, the TongTai Group, and the United Orthopedic Corporation has been formed in order to advance the development of new medical 3D printing materials, specifically a new 3D printed artificial bone material. More

9-year-old 3D prints a prosthetic hand for a man born without a right hand

Sep.23, 2016 - In a particularly heartwarming story from the 3D printing world, a 9-year-old boy has taken it upon himself to create a 3D printed prosthetic hand for an adult man who was born without one. More

3D print an RC plane at home with this stunning and simple kit from KRAGA models

Sep.23, 2016 - You can get a simple kit, download the plans and go flying with your own 3D printed KRAGA Kodo RC plane. It clearly shows how a great idea and 3D printing can democratize design. More

Scientists use 3D printed blocks and sound waves to create stunning acoustic holograms

Sep.23, 2016 - A team of scientists from the Max Planck Institute in Germany is developing a way to create acoustic holograms using sound, water, and 3D printed blocks.'The research could have potential applications in the medical field. More

HBO series Westworld UK premiere date revealed in awesome 3D printed promo

Sep.22, 2016 - UK television network Sky Atlantic recently announced HBO's newest show Westworld's anticipated release date within the UK in the coolest way ever using 3D printing. More

XtreeE, Dassault, ABB, and LarfargeHolcim unveil Europe's first 3m tall 3D printed pavilion

Sep.22, 2016 - Europe's first 3D printed concrete pavilion has been unveiled on the Dassault Syst'mes Campus in V'lizy, France. The Pavilion, which was created on behalf of the Ile-de-France regional authority, was realized in collaboration with XtreeE, Dassault Syst'mes, ABB, and LarfargeHolcim. More

3D printable food, medicine and plastics could be grown on Mars through CosmoCrops project

Sep.22, 2016 - A team of Danish students is working to harness bacteria and sunlight to grow everything from food and drugs to 3D printable plastics in space through their CosmoCrops coculturing system. More

Sharing 3D printed gun blueprints remains illegal as Defense Distributed loses court case

Sep.22, 2016 - The online distribution of 3D printable gun blueprints remains illegal as the 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has just ruled against Defense Distributed, who sued the State Department more than a year ago in an attempt to reverse a ban on online sharing of gun designs. More

Architect switches from buildings to super cool cake design with a 3D printer

Sep.22, 2016 - Ukrainian architect Dinara Kasko knew she didn't want to design buildings, so she took her 3D design skills and a 3D printer and set to work on changing the world of cake design. More

Fraunhofer IKTS develops 3D printed carbide tools with adjustable mechanical properties

Sep.21, 2016 - Fraunhofer IKTS will present 3D printed cemented carbide (hard metal) tools at the World PM2016 Congress & Exhibition, a metal powders event in Hamburg, Germany. IKTS scientists used a binder jetting 3D printing method to produce the tools. More

3D printed replica of the ancient Palmyra arch destroyed by ISIS now on display in NYC

Sep.21, 2016 - A 3D printed replica of the Triumphal Arch of Palmyra, which was unveiled earlier this year in London, has just made its first appearance at New York City's City Hall Park., where it will remain on display until the end of the week. More

LafargeHolcim and XtreeE successfully 3D print Europe's first concrete structural element

Sep.21, 2016 - Swiss construction giant LafargeHolcim and French concrete 3D printing startup XtreeE have just realized a very important step towards 3D printed buildings by successfully 3D printing Europe's first structural element in concrete. More

YTF to bring training 3D printing and other digital skills to 6,000 Nigerian girls

Sep.21, 2016 - The Nigerian Youth for Technology Foundation has just revealed plans to bring courses in 3D printing and other digital skill to 6,000 Nigerian girls, in an attempt to use STEM opportunities to break the endless cycle of poverty. More

Chinese students use metal 3D printing to build 80mph FNX-16 racing car

Sep.20, 2016 - A group of students from China's Changsha University of Science & Technology has built two copies of the FNX-16, China's first 3D printed metal racing car. The 130 kmh (80 mph) carbon fiber vehicle will compete in the Chinese Formula Student race. More

Nano Dimension paves way for wearables by 3D printing conductive patterns onto fabric

Sep.20, 2016 - Israeli PCB 3D printing pioneer Nano Dimension has just successfully 3D printed conductive patterns made from silver nanoparticles onto specially treated fabric, paving the way for 3D printed wearables and smart clothing. More

Aeronautics inspired powerful but silent indoor fan, made with 3D printing, launches in €1M Kickstarter

Sep.20, 2016 - French designer Stéphane Thirouin has developed a powerful but silent indoor fan named Williwaw. The fan, which was designed using 3D printing technologies, is seeking funds through a €1 million Kickstarter campaign. More

Print-a-Drink uses industrial robots to 3D print intricate patterns into your cocktail

Sep.20, 2016 - 3D printing technology is helping science, manufacturing and the medical community break new ground every day. A new approach to the technology will soon allow you to bring to life your cocktail with a dazzling array of colour like never before. More

Volksbank to train employees with 3D printing, VR, and other emerging technologies

Sep.19, 2016 - German co-operative bank Volksbank has launched what it has called an 'innovation playground' to help introduce emerging technologies to its employees. The playground, which includes 3D printers, VR headsets, drones, and other technologies, was realized in order to improve customer relations. More

FutureHear seeks crowdfunding backing for 3D printed prosthetic ears for kids with Microtia

Sep.19, 2016 - Australian project FutureHear has turned to crowdfunding to gather the funds for a new 3D bioprinting initiative that provides custom ear implants for children with microtia. More

Dubai Future Accelerators: hyperloop, 3D printers, self-driving cars to pioneer future of Dubai

Sep.19, 2016 - The Emirate of Dubai just revealed which of the 2274 applicants have been selected for the inaugural Dubai Future Accelerators program, and the thirty finalists include Construction Robotics who will bring robotics and 3D printing to new construction ventures. More

UPS to expand 3D printing services in response to storage revenue loss caused by 3D printing

Sep.19, 2016 - In response to a loss of storage and shipping revenue loss caused by the rise of 3D printing, UPS is doubling down on their own 3D printing services and is planning to extend their services to Europe and Asia. More

Japanese designers 3D print gorgeous knitted vest from TPU

Sep.19, 2016 - Japanese IT fashion tech company STARted has just unveiled a prototype for a knitted garment made from 3D printed thermoplastic polyurethane, better known as TPU. The garment, called AMIMONO, was designed in collaboration with Free-D. More

Here's how to 3D print your own graphic directly onto T-shirts

Sep.18, 2016 - Maker Simone Fontana has enlightened us all with a tutorial showing how to 3D print personalized decorations and decals directly onto t-shirts. More

Movie Animatronics monsters inspire DIY life-like tentacle with the help of 3D printing

Sep.18, 2016 - Finding inspiration can come from the strangest of places. Sometimes, like this Hackaday user discovered, its just a matter of browsing the web before reigniting an old passion with a modern twist. More

3D printing brought X-Men's Apocalypse to life with one of the most advanced costumes in cinema history

Sep.18, 2016 - The costume designers for the famously big and bold X-Men films turned to 3D printing to create their greatest villain ever: Apocalypse. More

DIY 3D printed Rasberry Pi driven Walkie-Talkie perfect for a weekend project

Sep.17, 2016 - Projectable user Daniel Chote wanted to build a walkie talkie set for his kids. Knowing modern technology could get the job done, he utilized 3D printing and open-source tools to make it happen. More

Wubalubadubdub! Get some cool 3D printed Rick and Morty stuff

Sep.16, 2016 - Wubalubadubdub! With a few more months left until Rick and Morty Season 3, why not fill the plumbus-shaped hole in your heart with some cool 3D printed Rick and Morty stuff? There's a 3D printable Mr Meeseeks, a 3D printable portal gun, 3D printable Cromulons, and more! More

See Mack, the DogBot from ReCore, come to life with 3D printing

Sep.16, 2016 - In celebration of ReCore's recent launch, Robo Challenge, a Birmingham, UK-based company, has built a working 3D printed replica Mack the DogBot, one of the game's sidekick characters. More

WinSun to offer 3D printing expertise for Hyperloop high-speed rail system

Sep.16, 2016 - Hyperloop, the high-speed rail system proposed by Elon Musk, could be realized in part thanks to WinSun, the Chinese 3D printing construction company that has successfully built a number of villas, apartments, and courtyards with their innovative 3D printing technology. More

Hotel de Slaapfabriek to construct Europe's first zero-footprint 3D printed building in 2017

Sep.15, 2016 - Luxurious Dutch hotel De Slaapfabriek from Teuge is planning to construct Europe's first zero-footprint 3D printed conference location, made from recycled materials and with as little carbon emissions as possible. More

threeASFOUR presents colorful and stunning 3D printed 'Oscillation' dress at NYFW

Sep.15, 2016 - NY-based fashion collective threeASFOUR unveiled an absolutely stunning 3D printed dress at their show on September 13th at The Hole Gallery in New York City. The dress, dubbed 'Oscillation', was presented by threeASFOUR as the centerpiece of their Spring/Summer 2017 collection 'Quantum Vibrations'. More

Fly a 3D printed Messerschmitt Bf 109 H-F German WWII plane for $20

Sep.15, 2016 - 3DLabPrint, a 3D printable R/C airplane website, has released its latest model: the Messerschmitt Bf 109 H/F, an aircraft used by the German Luftwaffe during World War II. The flyable, 1/12 scale, 3D printable model has a wingspan of 40.6 or 35 inches, depending on the version. More

Latvian fencer Polina Rozkova competes at Rio Paralympics in customized 3D printed back brace

Sep.14, 2016 - Polina Rozkova, a member of the Latvian Paralympic team, was wearing a custom-fitted 3D printed back brace for her duels in the women's Pool Rounds which ended yesterday. The brace was 3D printed out of Stratasys' Nylon 12 material. More

Penn State turns to 3D printing to teach students about the brain in Brain3M educational program

Sep.14, 2016 - The Brain3M research project has kicked off at Penn State University, which relies on extensive digital 3D modules and 3D printed models to more efficiently teach students about the immense complexity of the human brain. More

Onkyo and Siemens launch line of bespoke 3D printed in-ear monitors

Sep.14, 2016 - Japanese consumer electronics manufacturer Onkyo and Siemens Hearing Aids have partnered to launch a line of custom-fitted 3D printed in-ear monitors geared towards music professionals, standard users, and athletes. More

Metamaterial Mechanisms enables a 3D printer to mimmic machines from a single object

Sep.13, 2016 - 3D printing has opened a new world of design that allows complex patterns to be manufactured that were previously impossible. Hasso-Plattner-Institute developed a way to 3D print mechanically out of a single piece item. More

Open a beer bottle with the gorgeous 3D printed adhesive nails by NEO NAIL TECH

Sep.13, 2016 - Dutch startup NEO NAIL TECH is changing the very concept of nail art with a collection of 3D printed adhesive nails, which can complete a unique look and are even durable enough to open beer bottles. More

This 35mm camera was created entirely from 3D printed parts, even the lens is 3D printed!

Sep.12, 2016 - Maker Amos Dudley, whom you may remember as the college student who 3D printed his own teeth aligners, has now made a functional 35mm camera made entirely from 3D printed parts called SLO. Only the film is not 3D printed. More

See how The New Raw is turning plastic waste into useful 3D printing projects

Sep.12, 2016 - Syros, Greece-based The New Raw is an initiative which has been working on original and eco-friendly ways to turn plastic waste into raw 3D printing materials. The workshop, which brought together people from various fields, succeeded in proposing five novel ideas for plastic reuse through 3D printing. More

€920K grant brings biomedical engineer closer to life-saving 3D printed brain implants

Sep.12, 2016 - Biomedical engineer Dr Ivan Minev will spend the next five years as a Freitgeist Fellow after being awarded a €920,000 grant from the VolkswagenStiftung. Minev will attempt to 3D print brain implants that can cure illness and heal injuries. More

Custom 3D printed insoles from Phits help athletes recover from injury

Sep.11, 2016 - Runners Service Lab, a Belgian footwear retailer, has shed some light on the customization process behind Phits Insoles, a range of 3D printed footwear products made by associate company RS scan and 3D printing giant Materialise. Twelve athletes used the 3D printed insoles at the Rio Olympics. More

Scifi inspired DIY Raspberry Pi powered Smart Mirror uses 3D printing to get the job done

Sep.11, 2016 - While still not in the mainstream, raspberry pi powered smart mirrors that let you interact with your mirror to get updates on the weather, your schedule and the like have been making waves since last year. A new Hackaday tutorial lets you build your very own thanks in part to 3D printing. More

KLM debuts first ever 3D printed in-flight draught beer trolley

Sep.10, 2016 - Dutch airline KLM in partnership with beer company Heineken has introduced the first ever in-flight draught beer thanks to a specialized 3D printed trolley and air pressurized system. The airline's World Business Class flyers will be the first to try the fresh beer on tap. More

Massivit 3D lends a huge hand to promote the new Ghostbusters movie, and a face

Sep.9, 2016 - New York-based print company Carisma created a 14-ft. high 3D printed Ghostbusters 'No Ghost' sign for 10 buses that toured the US to promote the 2016 Ghostbusters reboot. More

Xuberance presents singer Momo Wu with pair of stunning PEBA 3D printed shoes

Sep.9, 2016 - Chinese 3D printing design studio Xuberance has impressed yet again, this time by gifting singer Momo Wu with a pair of custom designed 3D printed high heels. The impressive shoes were printed out of EOS' PEBA material. More

How 3D printing will power the Paralympic Games

Sep.9, 2016 - The Paralympic Games have started and you can see some cutting edge 3D printing at work if you look closely at the equipment, prosthetics and wheelchairs. More

Could 3D printing help the fight against child obesity?

Sep.9, 2016 - Simple 3D models that show a child their levels of exercise in a physical form could help create healthier, happier kids. More

Sightline Maps wants to bring 3D printed geographic models to classrooms around the world

Sep.8, 2016 - A California-based startup has launched a Kickstarter campaign to introduce its innovative Sightline Maps technology to classrooms around the world in the hopes that it will help teach kids about the world's geography through 3D models and 3D printing. More

Amy Purdy opened the Rio 2016 Paralympics in a stunning 3D printed dress

Sep.8, 2016 - U.S. paralympic snowboarder Amy Purdy performed an amazing dance at the Rio Paralympic opening ceremony last night wearing a stunning dress designed by none other than Israeli fashion designer Danit Peleg. More

Two 3D printed Suzhou-style Chinese courtyards are unveiled in Binzhou! Not a single brick was used

Sep.8, 2016 - Chinese 3D printing construction company WinSun has just unveiled its two latest 3D printed buildings: two Suzhou-courtyard inspired villas which are located in Binzhou City in Shandong Province. More

25 incredible 3D printed cars & automotive projects in the world

Sep.8, 2016 - Once thought of as pure fantasy, 3D printed cars can now be found on the road, all over the world. To celebrate that fact, we've pulled together 25 of our favorite additively manufactured vehicles for your reading and viewing pleasure. More

Nervous System unveils amazing 2.0 version of 3D printed Kinematics Petals Dress

Sep.8, 2016 - Nervous System, the innovative 3D design studio responsible for one of our favorite 3D printed dresses, has outdone themselves once more with a new (and dare I say improved) version of their stunning Kinematics 3D printed Petals Dress. More

3D printed medical models helping to treat Singapore children with heart defects

Sep.8, 2016 - A Singapore hospital has discovered how 3D printed medical models can save lives money and time when it comes to treating congenital heart defects. More

3D printing used to create 300% longer-lasting 'Chargemander' Pokemon battery case

Sep.7, 2016 - GogoToro, a Brooklyn-based design duo consisting of Reid Covington and Chase Larson, has used 3D printing to make 'Chargemander,' a Pok'mon-themed battery case with a 33-hour gaming time and 15-minute charge time. The Chargemander is currently available for $69 through Kickstarter. More

3D printing has 'huge potential' in South Africa, says government Advanced Manufacturing director

Sep.7, 2016 - Garth Williams, Director of Advanced Manufacturing Technology at South Africa's Department of Science and Technology, has detailed South Africa's investments in 3D printing over the last few years. The public sector has invested around R358m ($26m) in AM research and development since 2014. More

Star Trek Online to offer licensed custom 3D printed models of Star Trek spacecraft

Sep.7, 2016 - Eucl3D, a San Francisco-based 3D printing service for gamers, has launched a range of fully licensed, 3D printed Star Trek Online ship models. Customers can choose from around 400 vessels, and have the option to customize colors and details. More

Groundbreaking 3D printed hearing aid from Earlens uses non-visible light to create natural, rich sound

Sep.7, 2016 - Earlens Corporation Inc., a Silicone Valley-based medical technology company, is using 3D printing technology to improve design flexibility and support faster time-to-market. The company's unique hearing aid uses non-visible light to create a natural, rich sound. More

GE's $1.4B takeover bids for SLM, Arcam shows 3D printing has 'gone mainstream', says Gartner

Sep.7, 2016 - Global industrial giant GE has launched aggressive takeover bids for two major suppliers of metal powders and 3D printers. Is the 3D printing supply chain hitting maturity? More

3D Printable gaming terrain Dragonlock returns to Kickstarter, funded in 30 minutes

Sep.7, 2016 - After last year's successful fantasy 3D printable terrain system, the makers of Dragonlock are at it again with a sequel. This time, just like before, they've blown past their $500 campaign goal in no time at all. More

WASP’s 3D printed prostheses could send two Italian athletes to glory

Sep.6, 2016 - Marco Avaro of WASPmedical has produced 3D printed prostheses for two Italian athletes with disabilities, canoeist Veronica Yoko Plebani and surfer Fabrizio Passetti. Avaro produced a 3D printed hand brace for Plebani and a carbon fiber prosthesis for Passetti. More

Hong Kong designers unveil vibrant 3D printed shoe collection made with Stratasys's J50 3D printer

Sep.6, 2016 - A number of colorful and boundary breaking 3D printed shoe designs have been unveiled as part of Hong Kong's annual Footwear Design Competition. The shoes were each made using Stratasys' multi-color, multi-material J750 3D printer. More

Australian architect to restore coral reefs using the world’s largest upcoming 3D printer

Sep.6, 2016 - Laing O’Rourke, an Australian construction consultancy is fighting the effects of reef erosion with elegant 3D printed artificial reef made from sandstone. More

Full-color 3D printing helps marine biologist recreate incredible 19th century glass sculptures of sea creatures

Sep.5, 2016 - Marine biologist Drew Harvell and 3D printing company CADD Edge are using a Stratasys 3D printer to recreate a stunning collection of glass marine life sculptures, created over a century ago by father-and-son German glassblowers Leopold and Rudolf Blaschka. More

3D printed KAYRYS drone from SlidX is equipped for rapid emergency assistance

Sep.5, 2016 - Canadian startup SlidX has unveiled KAYRYS, a 3D printed Gyro-X8 VTOL (vertical take-off and landing aircraft) for emergency assistance. SlidX partnered with fellow Canadian company Lezar3D to 3D print 60% of the drone. More

Xuberance set to open Shanghai's first 3D printing-themed café

Sep.5, 2016 - Shanghai-based design firm Xuberance has announced it will soon be opening Shanghai's first ever 3D printing-themed coffee shop. The caf' will feature such things as 3D printed lights, tableware, mugs, and even edibles! More

Dutch hospital in Zwolle to serve 3D printed meals packed with extra nutrients to patients

Sep.5, 2016 - Isala Hospital in Zwolle, the Netherlands, is planning to bring 3D printed meals with extra nutrients to patients, as part of a new initiative to transform food into medication. More

Affordable 3D printed hands could soon provide temperature and pressure feedback thanks to MIT research

Sep.5, 2016 - The Technology Office Innovation Laboratory (TOIL) at MIT's Lincoln Laboratory is improving 3D printed hand technology by studying finger motion mechanics, adding non-electronic temperature and tactile feedback, and incorporating motors. The research will be used by e-NABLE and similar groups. More

ICYMI: 3D printed music, hydroponics, hemp pinhole and sunglasses, landscapes, and more!

Sep.4, 2016 - In case you missed it - here are some cool and artsy 3D printing projects from the past week. From 3D printed music, to dieselpunk Russian tanks, and even to provovative art installations, be sure to check them out. More

3D printing news last week ICYMI: new metal AM system, new lease program from Type A Machines, 3D printed internet and more

Sep.3, 2016 - At the end of another busy week in the world of 3D printing, here are ten stories you might have missed, including Wolf Robotics' new robotic metal AM system, a partnership between Zortrax and Bosch, and a new lease program from Type A Machines. More

Toronto bus stops covered with 3D printed origami birds for promotion of Kubo and the Two Strings

Sep.3, 2016 - To promote the huge stop motion movie hit Kubo and the Two Strings, bus stops in Toronto have been outfitted with a spectacular display involving 3D printed origami birds. More

15 fun & easy STEAM 3D printing lesson plans from MakerBot's Thingiverse

Sep.2, 2016 - MakerBot Learning has gathered some of the best 3D printing lesson plans submitted by Thingiverse users, and we have selected 15 of the most eye-catching. Some of the lessons are targeted at high school students, while others are more suitable for younger learners. More

3D printed bone breakthrough made by Irish scientists could eliminate the need for bone grafts

Sep.2, 2016 - A new 3D printed patch made of collagen stem cells and biomaterial could encourage the regrowth of large sections of missing bone. This could be a quantum leap forward for medical science. More

VR and 3D printed airplane food will transform travel in the future, Expedia predicts

Sep.2, 2016 - Travel provider Expedia has just released their Holiday of the Future Report, in which they argue that the travel experiences will have fundamentally changed by 2035 thanks to high-tech innovations such as VR and 3D printing. We might even be seeing custom 3D printed meals during flights. More

Researchers devise method for 3D printing complex structures on micro optical fibers

Sep.2, 2016 - A team of researchers has developed a new method for 3D printing complex structures on the tips of optical fibers. The new method has not only proven to be one of the most precise and accurate methods for imprinting complex 3D structures on optical fibers, but it is also much cheaper than traditional methods. More

PhoneLabs is hoping to turn your smartphone into a mini science lab with 3D printed STEM kits

Sep.2, 2016 - PhoneLabs has launched an IndieGoGo campaign to fund its 3D printed kits that can turn the average smartphone into a vibrant Physics lab and inject a sense of fun into STEM subjects. More

CAP Project launches to bring 3D printed prosthetics to animals, looking for volunteers

Sep.2, 2016 - A group of passionate volunteers have launched the CAP project, or the Computer Aided Pets Project, in an effort to organize 3D printing efforts and bring customized 3D printed prostheses to handicapped animals throughout the world. More

This maker has recreated an amazing (and functional) 1940s Curta calculator using his 3D printer

Sep.1, 2016 - Software developer Marcus Wu has been working for over a year on creating a 3D printed 3:1 scale Curta calculator. After much hard work and many challenges, the maker has successfully created a working model of the 1940s era calculator device. Check it out! More

Beijing's Rise Pavilion wins Guinness World Record for largest 3D printed structure

Sep.1, 2016 - Beijing's new Rise Pavilion, made up of over 5000 3D printed polyblocks, has just been awarded the Guinness World Record for the world's largest 3D printed structure. The pavilion, which measures an impressive 3.4 meters in height was specially designed for upcycling purposes. More

WinSun China unveils fully 3D printed public toilets in Suzhou

Sep.1, 2016 - Visitors to China's Da Yang Mountain will now be able to rest easy, as WinSun China has unveiled the very first 3D printed public toilet at the tourist spot. Impressively, the entire structure from interior to exterior was 3D printed. More

Taiwan researchers 3D print magnesium battery three times more powerful than lithium, nickel batteries

Sep.1, 2016 - Researchers form the National Cheng Kung University in Taiwan have 3D printed a small, lightweight magnesium battery that is produced in a matter of minutes and is up to three times more powerful than lithium or nickel alternatives. More

DK Automations Radik 3D printer uses patent-pending Delta Direct Extruder technology

Sep.1, 2016 - We are likely a long way away from knowing what the most comprehensive 3D printer system is made of. Radik 3D, a new delta 3D printer by a Boston based start up DK Automations hopes to separate themselves from the rest. More

CubeCab plans to use retired F-104 fighter jets to fire 3D printed rockets full of CubeSats into orbit

Sep.1, 2016 - CubeCab, a company set up to deliver CubeSats into Low Earth Orbit, is hoping to use retired fighter jets and 3D printed rockets to carry out more affordable launches. The company plans to use F-104 fighter jets, introduced in the 1950s and taken out of service in 2004. More

Russian company 3D prints Game of Thrones-style tower and it's 6 meters tall!

Aug.31, 2016 - A Russian cement company is 3D printing a Game of Thrones Winterfell watchtower at its factory to showcase its skills and change Russian construction forever. More

Tailors Mark will soon be making ultra customized suits with 3D printed torsos

Aug.31, 2016 - Melbourne-based suit manufacturer Tailors Mark is hoping to add a new level of custom tailoring to their suit making process with the help of 3D scanning and bespoke 3D printed torsos. More

Got 3D printed milk? Perfect Day prints DNA sequences to create animal-free cow's milk

Aug.31, 2016 - Perfect Day, a startup formed by two biomedical scientists, is using 3D printing to create cow's milk'without cows! By 3D printing bovine DNA sequences and adding them to yeast, the startup is able to produce the same proteins found in cow's milk, potentially revolutionizing the dairy industry. More

Conserving the Caribbean's oceans with 3D printed coral reefs

Aug.31, 2016 - A partnership between the Dutch Caribbean island of Bonaire's Harbour Village Beach Club and oceanographer Fabien Cousteau is hoping to help save local coral reefs with the help of 3D printed coral. More

219 Design creates a 3D printed robot arm that can be controlled using virtual reality

Aug.31, 2016 - Product designers from 219 Design have brought 3D printing and virtual reality together in a totally new way, by build a 3D printed robotic arm that can be remotely manipulated through VR hardware. More

Laika uses 3D printing to create a 16-foot tall skeleton puppet for 'Kubo and the Two Strings'

Aug.31, 2016 - Oregon-based Laika Studios created a hugely terrifying 16-foot tall skeleton prop for its latest film 'Kubo and the Two Strings'. Check out how they managed such an incredible feat. More

Hack Rod brings Mad Max cars to life with 3D printed dune buggies generated by AI

Aug.31, 2016 - The LA-based hackers from Hack Rod have brought generative 3D design and 3D printed chassis to car development, and are relying on data-fed AI and 3D printing to continuously upgrade and customize their vehicle designs. More

DUS Architects 3D prints an 8 sqm Urban Cabin and accompanying bathtub in Amsterdam

Aug.30, 2016 - DUS Architects has 3D printed an 8 sqm Urban Cabin and accompanying bathtub on an industrial site in Amsterdam to show just how they can help disaster victims and urban planners. More

Nissan reveals world's biggest 3D printing pen sculpture: a stunning full-sized Qashqai crossover

Aug.30, 2016 - Nissan commissioned Grace Du Prez to produce a full-size Qashqai Black Edition sculpture with a 3Doodler 3D printing pen. More

Have a strum on Lightning Uke, the first open-source 3D printed electric ukulele

Aug.30, 2016 - A team of designers from Taiwan has created the world's first open-source 3D printed electric ukulele. Designed for consumer 3D printers, the unusually shaped Lightning Uke comes with a full-size fretboard, regular strings and tuners, and a custom-made amplifier, pick-up, and speaker. More

ORNL's SUV-sized Boeing 777X tool wins Guinness World Record for biggest 3D printed object

Aug.30, 2016 - Researchers from Oak Ridge National Laboratory have just been awarded a Guinness World Record for the biggest 3D printing object in the world, an honor received for their 17.5 feet long, 5.5 feet wide and 1.5 feet tall Boeing aircraft assembly tool. More

3D printing may help solve the mysterious death of the world's most famous human ancestor, Lucy

Aug.30, 2016 - 3D scans of Lucy, the 3.18 million-year-old hominid fossil of one of the ancestors of modern man, have enabled Texas researchers to conclude that she died by falling from a tree and they have just shared their 3D printable files with world. More

Lead the Autobots to victory with Bob Clagett's 3D printed Matrix Of Leadership

Aug.30, 2016 - Bob Clagett of I Like To Make Stuff has just taken us on a trip down memory lane by 3D printing an amazing Matrix Of Leadership, the object that made Optimus Prime the leader of the Autobots in Transformers: The Movie. More

Teenagers secure $50,000 Shark Tank Funds to stop your ice cream dripping with the Drip Drop

Aug.29, 2016 - The Drip Drop is a simple, edible saucer that stops your ice cream melting on your hands. After 3D printing the prototype, two teenagers have won $50,000 of Shark Tank backing to make it a smash hit. More

Chinese doctors successfully implant a 15cm long 3D printed titanium vertebrae prosthetic

Aug.29, 2016 - A team of doctors from China's Shanghai Changzheng Hospital have successfully implanted a 15 centimeter long 3D printed titanium vertebrae prosthetic into a patient suffering from a serious case of cervical chordoma. The patient, 40-year-old Ms. Zhou, had been suffering from the debilitating disease for nearly 7 years. More

Sculpteo intern Alexis Massol makes 3D printed drone building look easy

Aug.29, 2016 - French Sculpteo intern and student Alexis Massol is making drone construction look easy, having 3D printed a complete and fully functional drone through Sculpteo services and his high school's fablab. More

Flam王D (Flam3D) teams with 17 companies to develop a fully 3D printed bike

Aug.29, 2016 - Flemish 3D printing promotor Flam王D has just unveiled a completely 3D printed bike, down to the saddle, wheels and bicycle chain, which aims to illustrate the practical potential of different 3D printing technologies for Belgian companies. More

Japan's ANA, JSR & SHC Design team up to create travel-friendly plastic 3D printed leg prosthesis

Aug.29, 2016 - JSR, the Japanese manufacturer of ABS plastics and other polymer materials, has just announced a partnership with All Nippon Airways (ANA) and 3D printed prosthesis manufacturer SHC Design to create and put a new travel-friendly plastic 3D printed prosthetic leg model onto the market. More

See how artist Heather Kegel creates stunning 3D printed porcelain ceramics

Aug.29, 2016 - Colorado-based ceramic artist Heather Kegel is creating stunning porcelain ceramics using a novel 3D printing method. Her pieces are available through her Etsy store. More

3D printing gives magic touch to 'The Wizard Set,' new 7-pack of Kickstarter-backed RPG dice

Aug.28, 2016 - A Kickstarter campaign for The Wizard Set, a set of 'magical' RPG-friendly dice prototyped on a 3D printer, has raised ten times its original target. After setting a $27,000 goal, Wizard Set creator PolyHero Dice has now received over $280,000 in backing. More

Oventus closer to cure for snoring and sleep apnoea with its 3D printed mouthguards

Aug.27, 2016 - Oventus has revealed solid first year revenues, another step closer to ending the scourges of snoring and sleep apnoea with its 3D printed mouthguards. More

German architect 3D prints F1 motor racing circuit models at top speed

Aug.27, 2016 - Tilke GmbH, a German architecture firm and leading designer of Formula 1 circuits and facilities, has used 3D printing equipment from 3D Systems to build accurate models of proposed F1 circuits. The 3D printed models have served to provide clients with a fuller idea of a given design. More

3D design and 3D printing have become viable tools for nuclear sector, specialists say

Aug.26, 2016 - 3D design and 3D printing technologies have finally become viable tools for the nuclear sector, and various research projects have shown that they have the potential to greatly increase maintenance efficiency and reduce production costs. More

Celebrate Kobe Bryant's 38th birthday with these basketball themed 3D prints

Aug.26, 2016 - Basketball superstar Kobe Bryant recently celebrated his 38th birthday. To honor the great athlete's birthday as well as his recent retirement from the LA Lakers, we thought we'd compile a list of basketball themed 3D prints and projects. Check them out! More

Pizza delivered by 3D printed drone for first time by Flirtey and Domino's

Aug.26, 2016 - Australian drone pioneers Flirtey just signed a delivery deal with pizza giants Domino's, and underlined that partnership by using their 3D printed drone to deliver a hot pizza on location in New Zealand. More

3D printed Batman suit with 23 functioning Bat-gadgets wins Guinness World Record

Aug.26, 2016 - Julian Checkley's 3D printed Batman suit, which features 23 amazing gadgets and is without a doubt the most impressive 3D printed cosplay we've ever seen, has just been awarded a Guinness World Record for most functional cosplay gadgets. More

This amazing 3D printed full-scale Stargate took over 1000 hours to build

Aug.25, 2016 - VIGO Universal in association with the Mus'e Royal de Mariemont in Belgium have unveiled an amazing, full-scale 3D printed Stargate. The installation is part of the museum's current exhibition: From Stargate to Comics. The Egyptian Gods in the geek culture. More

IN UTERO 3D is 3D printing fetuses so blind moms can feel their unborn babies

Aug.25, 2016 - Polish startup IN UTERO 3D is 3D printing realistic fetus bas-reliefs based off of ultrasounds so that blind mothers can feel and see their unborn babies. The initiative is called 'Waiting without Barriers'. More

Learn how to make your very own 3D printed circular smartphone with Dtoor

Aug.25, 2016 - Cyrcle, the 3D printed circular smartphone developed by Dtoor, has just been launched through a Kickstarter campaign. The crowdfunding campaign is hoping to raise $10,000 to launch a series of makerspace tutorials on how to build your very own 3D printed circular phone. More

Pneumatic Octobot: world's first autonomous, entirely soft robot 3D printed by Harvard scientists

Aug.25, 2016 - A team of Harvard researchers just completed a very important step in the development of soft robotics with the octobot, the world's first 3D printed entirely soft and autonomous robot that uses flexible pneumatic systems to move around. More

PLUX uses 3D printing to create perfect custom housing for BITalino, a DIY toolkit for physiological computing

Aug.24, 2016 - PLUX, a Portuguese bio-signal technology company, has recruited 3D printing company BEEVERYCREATIVE to 3D print plastic casings for BITalino, a multi-functional DIY toolkit containing sensors and bio-signal technology. BITalino can be used to quickly prototype bio-applications for wearables. More

Edible batteries in 3D printed casing could open doors for ingestible medical treatments

Aug.24, 2016 - A team from Carnegie Mellon University are developing biocompatible batteries, which could open up the doors for future ingestible medical devices and help to revolutionize treatments for diseases such as cancer. The biocompatible, non-toxic, and edible batteries are being made from naturally occurring melanin pigments. More

3D printing used for the first time to plan tongue cancer surgery on Bangalore patient

Aug.24, 2016 - A team of Indian surgeons from the HealthCare Global Cancer Centre in Bangalore, India, have just become the first in the world to use 3D printed models to prepare for tongue cancer surgery. More

MIT researchers develop self assembling mobile phones based on 4D printing concepts

Aug.24, 2016 - The assembly of electronic devices is and always has been a very labour intensive endeavour. A research team at MIT is developing a way to self-assemble devices based on 4D printing concepts that may one day change how we manufacturer our consumer goods. More

ASUS will now let you 3D print parts for ASUS motherboards, GPUs and peripherals

Aug.24, 2016 - Taiwanese computer hardware company Asus has added special mounting points to its new Z170 Pro Gaming/Aura motherboard, enabling modders to attach personalized, 3D printed logo panels and cable covers. The company made the move after receiving praise for 3D printed panels at Computex 2016. More

South Park celebrates 20th season with 3D printed South Park characters

Aug.23, 2016 - South Park, the legendary animated sitcom created by Trey Parker and Matt stone, has partnered with Source3 to launch the first ever set of 3D printed South Park characters. The figurines, available through Amazon and Shapeways, were made to celebrate the show's 20th season. More

Five-year-old Texas girl gets 3D printed prosthetic hand from public library

Aug.23, 2016 - The prayers of one Katelyn Vincik, a five-year old from Victoria, Texas, have been answered. The young girl, who was born with an underdeveloped left hand has been gifted with a 3D printed prosthetic thanks to the hard work and dedication from the Harris County Public Library. More

3D Systems reveals details behind 3D printed prosthetic beak project for Grecia the Toucan

Aug.23, 2016 - At the beginning of the year Grecia the Toucan from Costa Rica was outfitted with a custom 3D printed beak after local teenagers destroyed his own, and 3D Systems has just revealed more details about how they completed this challenging 3D printing project. More

Russian researchers are building a drone powered by a 3D printed engine

Aug.22, 2016 - VIAM, in collaboration with the Russian defense industry Foundation for Advanced Research (FPI), has announced it will be developing a drone that can be powered by a 3D printed engine that has also been developed by VIAM and which was unveiled last month. More

Meet Xpider, the smallest, cutest programmable 3D printed robot spider you've ever seen

Aug.22, 2016 - Roboeve, a Beijing-based team of young engineers and industrial designers, has created what might just be one of the cutest little robots we've seen lately. The robot, called Xpider, is made using 3D printing technologies and offers a number of fun features, such as an integrated camera and facial recognition. More

Facial security systems can be cracked with 3D models and 3D printed masks based on Facebook photos

Aug.22, 2016 - The amazing quality of today's 3D design software has its downsides as well, as researchers from the University of North Carolina have found that 3D models and even 3D printed masks based on Facebook photos can be used to crack most facial recognition security systems. More

Taiwanese government brings voxeljet 3D printing tech to its own foundry industry

Aug.22, 2016 - The Taiwanese Metal Industries Research and Development Center has just revealed that they are bringing a German-made voxeljet VX2000 3D Printing System to Taiwan to support their domestic foundry industry. More

Face of 2000-year-old ancient Egyptian mummy recreated through 3D printing

Aug.22, 2016 - Australian researchers have used 3D scanning, 3D printing and forensic reconstruction techniques to breathe new life into the mummified skull of a young Egyptian woman who may have lived anywhere from 2000 to 3500 years ago. More

Mexican scientists are developing a 3D printed microvalve to help treat microcephaly in fetuses

Aug.22, 2016 - A team of scientists from UAEM in Mexico has developed a device that could help lessen the effects of microcephaly in unborn fetuses. The device, a micro valve which allows excess cerebrospinal fluid to be released from the brain, was prototyped and developed with the help of 3D printing technologies. More

Uga the turtle is back on his feet with the help of a 3D printed prosthesis

Aug.21, 2016 - Uga, a turtle who lost one of its back legs, can now walk (or roll) again thanks to a 3D printed prosthetic. The innovative device was designed and made through a collaborative effort between veterinarian Nicola Di Girolamo, and local 3D printing hub Roma Stampa. More

DIY Instructables shines with sleek looking wireless chargeable 3D printed lantern

Aug.20, 2016 - The library of DIY projects that can be 3D printed is growing every single day. A recent instructables that showcases a 3D printable, portable wireless charging lamp is another example of how the technology can really shine. More

3D printed custom metal earphones from 'helloear' promise unrivaled clarity for $2,500

Aug.20, 2016 - Chinese sound technology company helloear has unveiled the world's first mass-producible, customized, 3D printed, full-metal earphones, which are suitable for live stage monitoring. A platinum helloear 'Monet' headset costs '16,999 ($2,500). More

Airbus and Renishaw partner to develop innovative 3D printed aircraft wing structures

Aug.19, 2016 - British engineering and additive manufacturing company Renishaw has partnered with aerospace giant Airbus on a new '17.7 million project geared towards developing new ways of designing and manufacturing aircraft wings with 3D printing technologies. More

SOLS and Rykä are now offering custom fitted women's footwear with 3D printed orthotics

Aug.19, 2016 - Footwear tech company SOLS has partnered with athletic footwear brand Rykä to develop a line of shoes for women that can be custom fitted to their feet with SOLS' innovative 3D printed orthotics. More

Conquer the galaxy with this incredibly detailed 3D printed lightsaber by Sean Charlesworth

Aug.19, 2016 - 3D printing guru Sean Charlesworth has just unveiled what we believe is the most impressive 3D printed lightsaber ever made, a Sith weapon complete with a detailed cross-section of its interior. More

Low-cost DIY 3D printed tattoo machine inspired by inventor Thomas Edison

Aug.19, 2016 - If diamonds are forever then tattoos may very well be as well. A creative maker has modified a 140 year old idea into a working 3D printed tattoo machine called Scratchr. More

India's Madhya Pradesh region promotes tourism with adorable 3D printed advertisement

Aug.18, 2016 - India's central state, Madhya Pradesh has just released a fun and youthful tourism ad-spot realized with the help of 3D printing. The advert was made in collaboration with advertising agency Ogilvy & Mather. More

Dream Pops, the first 3D printed superfood popsicles have arrived. And they are tasty and beautiful

Aug.18, 2016 - LA-based company Dream Pops is revolutionizing popsicles and ice cream with superfoods and technologies like 3D printing. The amazing iced desserts are not only fun to eat, but are exceptional to look at! More

Iraqi government looking at WinSun's 3D printed homes for post-war rebuilding efforts

Aug.18, 2016 - The government of Iraq has sent a delegation to look at the 3D printed homes and buildings of Chinese concrete pioneers WinSun, envisioning a 3D printing solution to rebuild their war-torn country. More

SpeX: 3D printed modular eyewear launches on Kickstarter

Aug.18, 2016 - SpeX, a new line of affordable and standout 3D printed eyewear has just been launched on Kickstarter and is looking for backers. The new brand, which was founded by engineering graduate Chris Nieves, is hoping to offer consumers a fun, colorful, and even modular option for their prescription eyewear. More

U.S. Paralympic cyclist is aided by 3D printed device, courtesy of Titan Robotics

Aug.18, 2016 - Allison Jones, a Titan Robotics engineer and two-time gold medalist for the U.S. Paralympic team, has combined both her skills to create some truly innovative 3D printed athletic assistive devices, one of which actually helped her friend and teammate, Billy Lister, qualify for the Rio 2016 games. More

3D printed titanium Garmin mounts provide GPS-enabled cyclists with added flexibility

Aug.17, 2016 - Australian bicycle accessory company Fetha Custom Components has introduced a 3D printed titanium mount for Garmin GPS trackers. Each mount is made to order depending on a customer's Garmin unit and stem setup. More

3D printed Plastic Madonna statues unveiled in Rio & Amsterdam made completely from recycled plastic

Aug.17, 2016 - To draw attention to the huge amounts of plastic that is filling the seas, Dutch artist Peter Smith of KLEAN unveiled a 12m long Plastic Madonna statue in Rio and a 1.2m long 3D printed version in Amsterdam, with a 12m long 3D printed statue coming next year. More

Creature Comfort & Care: This innovative 16-year-old is 3D printing prosthetics to help injured animals

Aug.17, 2016 - 16-year-old Nikita Krishnan has founded her very own non-profit organization, Creature Comfort & Care, which seeks to help injured animals of every shape and size with custom 3D printed prosthetics. More

3D printed clitoris models might be introduced to the French sex ed curriculum

Aug.16, 2016 - To help advance sex ed and to help equalize it within France, a country which has been criticized for its often sexist approach to sexual education, sociomedical researcher Odile Fillod has developed an open-source 3D printed clitoris which she is hoping will stimulate a higher level of education for students. More

Fix your messy face with this 3D printed beard comb from Fully Bearded

Aug.16, 2016 - Hatch Innovations, a trio of talented designers and makers from Salina, Kansas, has used 3D printing to create a unique beard comb. The Knuckled Comb from Fully Bearded features four finger holes, is made entirely in the U.S., and is cast in urethane resin from a 3D printed mold. More

RepAIR consortium sees 3D printing as ideal cost-saving and real-time aircraft maintenance tool

Aug.16, 2016 - The RepAIR consortium, which combined the forces of twelve major aviation specialists including Boeing and Lufthansa, just completed a three-year study on the viability of 3D printing as a real-time aircraft maintenance tool and sees significant cost-saving opportunities. More

See the inspiration behind Björk's custom 3D printed mask

Aug.16, 2016 - Recently, Icelandic superstar Björk debuted an amazing 3D printed mask at her performance in Tokyo. Now you can see how the mask was custom designed for the singer and how MIT's Mediated Matter and Stratasys Ltd. went about making it. More

Student-designed 3D printed projector can project clear images of up to 70” in size

Aug.16, 2016 - Student designer Raymond Ng has developed an innovative design for a compact home projection unit made with the help of 3D printing. Called .Lantern, the home projection unit is capable of projecting clear, large images no matter how close it is placed to the wall or screen. More

Best Fallout 3D print yet? Maker builds epic 3D printed Nuka-Cola PC case

Aug.15, 2016 - Imgur user Mitch [themitch22] has built a highly detailed, 3D printed 'Nuka-Cola' PC housing, inspired by the post-nuclear vending machines found in the Fallout series of games. The massive 3D print features a Raspberry Pi-powered functional display and UV-lit Nuka-Cola Quantum bottles. More

South Korea easing regulations and taxes to encourage domestic additive manufacturing growth

Aug.15, 2016 - South Korea is looking to increase its share of the global 3D printing market. The country's domestic additive manufacturing industry was worth 82 billion won ($75 million) in 2015, and is expected to rise to more than 116 billion won ($100 million) this year. More

3D printed regolith temple could play important role in Moon culture, ESA's artist in residence says

Aug.15, 2016 - ESA's artist-in-residence Jorge Ma'es Rubio has been tasked with thinking about the hard questions on life, identity and death in the lunar colony, and is working on a concept for a lunar temple 3D printed from regolith that could become a burial crypt and icon of this new civilization. More

Iran to use 3D scanning and printing to restore and preserve ancient monuments

Aug.15, 2016 - Iran's advanced manufacturing and material technologies development headquarters has announced it will be using 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies to restore and create replicas of the country's famed and ancient monuments. More

Rise Pavilion in China is hoping to become the world's largest 3D printed structure

Aug.15, 2016 - A collaborative effort in Beijing, China is hoping to realize what could eventually be the world's largest 3D printed structure. The structure, called the Rise Pavilion, is still currently in progress and is up against Beijing's own Vulcan Pavilion, the current holder of the Guinness World Record for world's largest 3D printed structure. More

Boulanger challenges local French makers to deliver 50 3D printed pieces to 9 French cities in 24 hours

Aug.14, 2016 - A seemingly small scale 3D printing project recently launched in France has wonderfully demonstrated the dedication and efficiency of the maker community, showing how a collaborative 3D printing project can actually realize the impossible. More

3D scanning and 3D printing put rare Alfa Romeo Tipo 33 3 back on the grid

Aug.14, 2016 - UK engineering firm KW Special Projects (KWSP) has used 3D scanning and additive manufacturing to restore an Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/3, a racecar built in the late 1960s to compete in the World Sportscar Championships. The rare Alfa is owned by Martin Stretton Racing, a UK car restoration specialist. More

Xuberance, in collaboration with student designers, presents stunning 3D printed furniture collection

Aug.13, 2016 - Xuberance, the Shanghai-based design studio that last year unveiled two stunning 3D printed wedding dresses, has recently partnered with the Guangzhou Academy of Fine Arts to design and unveil a line of 3D printed furniture. More

3D printed 'PP3D' fighting robot to wreak havoc on British TV show Robot Wars this weekend

Aug.12, 2016 - A team of Scottish roboticists has used 3D printing to create PP3D, a 110-kilo 3D printed robot that is currently competing in the British robot-battling TV show Robot Wars. The team behind PP3D used 3D printing to create several prototype parts and a handful of small end-use parts. More

Honeywell moves beyond metal 3D printing's exploratory phase thanks to time and cost saving advantages

Aug.12, 2016 - Aircraft pioneers Honeywell Aerospace, who were one of the first to explore metal 3D printing options for aircraft, are now finally moving beyond the tech's exploratory phase thanks to the time and cost saving advantages of electron beam melting 3D printing. More

Cool solar-powered portable 3D printed Pokémon Center can charge up to twelve phones at once

Aug.12, 2016 - Minecraft artist Spencer Kern has just completed a solar-powered portable 3D printed Pokémon Center that can charge up to twelve phones at once, the most environmentally-friendly Pok'mon Go accessory we've seen so far. More

Worldwide spending on 3D printing to surpass $35 billion by 2020, IDC predicts

Aug.12, 2016 - The International Data Corporation (IDC) has just updated their semiannual 3D printing guide, revealing that they are expecting that worldwide spending on 3D printing will surpass the $35 billion mark by 2020. More

Researchers develop new way of 3D printing electronics using cheap materials and a flash of light

Aug.12, 2016 - Trying to stay ahead of the competition in the hyper-competitive world of electronics isn't an easy task. Australian researchers have developed an inexpensive way using 3D printing to flash code directly using electronic ink. More

Adidas giving pairs of '3D Printed Winners Shoe' to Olympic medal-winning athletes

Aug.11, 2016 - Sportswear giant Adidas is giving pairs of its 3D printed 'Triple Black' Futurecraft running shoe to all Adidas athletes who win medals at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio. The shoe comes in three varieties of shoelace: gold, silver, and bronze, corresponding to the recipient's podium standing. More

Diamond specialist De Beers adopts Stratasys 3D printers for diamond testing equipment

Aug.11, 2016 - British diamond expert De Beers has just adopted a second Stratasys 3D printer for their R&D facility, where 3D printing is proving to be invaluable for the development of diamond testing, grading and sorting equipment. More

Redditor SexyCyborg turns more heads with 3D printed Infinity Skirt packed with LED mirror tiles

Aug.11, 2016 - Chinese maker and Redditor SexyCyborg is back for more with the truly remarkable 3D printed Infinity Skirt, which is completely covered with LED-lit mirror tiles that form a flexible, reconfigurable matrix. More

J 3D & Nagoya City University develop 3D printed artificial hip joints to fight aging population challenges

Aug.11, 2016 - In an attempt to fight the enormous financial and medical challenges created by Japan's rapidly aging population, J 3D and Nagoya City University are developing cost-effective and custom-made 3D printed artificial hip joints that greatly reduce the amount of necessary medical care. More

Stanford scientists 3D printing rocks to examine how microstructures affect large-scale properties

Aug.11, 2016 - Stanford University researchers have developed a 3D printing technique which could enable scientists to study rocks from afar without requiring samples. The'method'can also be used to study the relationship between a rock's microscopic and large-scale properties. More

New Zealand's Canterbury University is 3D printing educational replicas of 3,000-year-old artefacts

Aug.10, 2016 - Researchers from the University of Canterbury in New Zealand have started 3D printing replicas of a 3,000-year-old artefacts, including a priceless Babylonian terracotta tablet, for educational purposes. More

WASP advances work on 3D printed eco village with the massive BigDelta 3D printer

Aug.10, 2016 - Italian 3D printing company WASP has been working for the past couple months to construct the Shamballa Technological Park, an experimental eco-village. We recently caught up with WASP about their project and have some new updates about what is happening with the Italian 3D printed eco town. More

British eight-year-old receives 3D printed hand in colors of favorite soccer team

Aug.10, 2016 - William Joyner, a British eight-year-old who was born without a left hand, has received a 3D printed robotic prosthesis in the colors of his favorite soccer team. The 3D printed hand, colored in the blue and white of second-tier club Reading F.C., was funded by the University of Bedfordshire. More

Brian Chan 3D prints gorgeous fully playable violin for musician Rhett Price

Aug.10, 2016 - Formlabs designer Brian Chan has just proven that resin is in fact a perfect material option for 3D printed instruments, by 3D printing a gorgeous and fully playable 3D printed violin. More

French cycling team debuts Jet One 3D printed handlebars at Rio Olympics

Aug.10, 2016 - The French Olympic cycling team has debuted its Jet One 3D printed handlebars which were made by 3D printing company Erpro &Sprint in association with the French Cycling Federation (FFC) and aeroacoustic wind tunnel facility GIE S2A. More

DARPA to bring 3D bioprinting's material growth to construction with ELM program

Aug.10, 2016 - Research agency DARPA has just launched the Engineered Living Material (ELM) program, which seeks to bring the living, growing material principles of 3D bioprinting to the construction industry to make buildings more efficient and self-sustainable. More

Kentucky family makes custom fitted and lightweight 3D printed gloves for wheelchair racing

Aug.10, 2016 - A family from Nicholasville, Kentucky is developing custom fitted 3D printed wheelchair racing gloves at their local library. 3D printed wheelchair racing gloves are gaining attention on a larger scale as well, as Paralympic athletes will be wearing them this September. More

Bring analog cameras to the digital age with 3D printed 'I'm Back' Raspberry Pi case

Aug.10, 2016 - Thanks to the amazing 3D printed 'I'm Back' Raspberry Pi case by Samuel Mello Medeiros, you can now bring your old-fashioned analog camera into the digital age and take photos that are digitally stored. More

Crowdfunding campaign for $65 3D printable EOMA68 computer gathers steam

Aug.10, 2016 - UK startup Rhombus Tech has launched a crowdfunding campaign for its Earth-friendly and easily upgradable EOMA68 computing devices. The innovative devices use a standardized PC board and 3D printable housing parts, with design files available under GPLv3+ license. More

Australian scientists use 3D printing to create thermosphere-bound 'CubeSat' satellite

Aug.9, 2016 - The Australian Centre for Space Engineering Research (ACSER) has used 3D printing to create the chassis of UNSW-Ec0, a small satellite, or 'CubeSat,' that will be launched from the International Space Station in late 2016 as part of the European-led QB50 mission. More

Olympic scale 3D printed TrackPacer helps runners visualize their progress on the track

Aug.9, 2016 - In the spirit of the Rio Summer Olympics, digital agency Viget has unveiled the TrackPacer, a visual marker made with the help of 3D printing technologies that allows runners to pace themselves and keep track of their speed. More

This Mercedes-Benz DTW Le Mans 2030 concept car can 3D print its tires on the go

Aug.9, 2016 - Martin Chatelier, a transportation design student, has designed the Mercedes-Benz DTW concept car. The futuristic car was designed for the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2030, and with its air powering system, graphene body, and independent 3D printing tire system it has been designed to win. More

3D Printed replica gun and live ammo seized by TSA at US Airport

Aug.9, 2016 - A world where a 3D printed functional gun was made possible with Cody Wilson's Liberator pistol in 2013. Since that time, 3D printed guns like the one recently seized at a US airport continue to pop up and make headlines around the world. More

BMW uses 3D printing to restore Elvis Presley's super rare BMW 507

Aug.8, 2016 - German car manufacturer BMW has used 3D printing to restore Elvis Presley's BMW 507 racecar, after it was discovered in a pumpkin factory. Additive manufacturing technology was used to recreate the window winders and door handles of the classic vehicle. More

Change in UK copyright law sparks debate over 3D printed replica market

Aug.8, 2016 - On July 28, the UK government changed the Copyright, Designs and Patents Act 1988 by extending the copyright for a deceased furniture designer's work from 25 years to 70 years. Rick Falkvinge, founder of the first Pirate Party, has condemned the move as an attack on the 3D printing industry. More

San Draw introduces 3D printed silicone insoles with varying hardness for optimal comfort

Aug.8, 2016 - San Draw, the company responsible for Full-color, Adjustable hardness, and Multi-material FAM silicone 3D printing, has found another practical application for its novel technology: the 3D printing of silicone insoles. More

You can now print full color 3D holograms with regular inkjet printers

Aug.8, 2016 - Startup Lumii is bring 3D printing to regular inkjet printers with a new algorithm that generates full color 3D hologram photos with full parallax movement that can be printed on most office and home color printers. More

Autodesk, Enable Community Foundation & Voodoo Manufacturing donate 750 3D printed prosthetic hands to children in need

Aug.8, 2016 - The world's first global hand-drive for 3D printed assistive devices has been realized through a collaborative effort between the Enable Community Foundation, Autodesk, and Voodoo Manufacturing. Together, the three parties were able to create an impressive 750 3D printed prosthetic hands to donate to children in need. More

ORNL researchers develop novel simulation process for more precise nanoscale 3D printing

Aug.8, 2016 - The Oak Ridge National Laboratory, also known as ORNL, has devised a process for combining both simulation and experiment to make Focused Electron Beam Induces Deposition technology for nanoscale 3D printing more precise and controllable than ever. More

Vector Space Systems tests 3D printed low-cost mini-rocket that can carry 50kg loads into space

Aug.8, 2016 - Aerospace startup Vector Space Systems just reached a major milestone in the micro-satellite market by successfully testing their P-20 mini-rocket, featuring a low-cost 3D printed engine, in the Mojave Desert. More

GO for longer with these 3D printed Pokémon charger cases

Aug.7, 2016 - Pokémon Go remains as popular as ever, but the notoriously battery-draining app is leaving some players frustrated. Now you can Go for longer with the help of these cool 3D printed battery charger covers featuring iconic Pokéball and Pokédex designs. More

Texas A&M student 3D prints tactile maps of campus for the visually impaired

Aug.7, 2016 - Texas A&M freshman Tyler Wooten has been designing a 3D printed tactile map of his university's campus to help visually impaired students get around more easily. The project is being realized with the help of senior economics student Kaitlyn Kellermeyer, who has been completely blind since 2014. More

Japanese researchers 3D printing blood vessels and other complex tissues

Aug.6, 2016 - A number of Japanese research institutions have adopted 3D bioprinting techniques to produce 3D printed blood vessels and other complex tissues. Saga University has used induced pluripotent stem cells (iPSCs) to print blood vessels, while Kyoto University has developed tissue for nerve regeneration. More

Designer repackages Béla Bartók’s Mikrokosmos in stunning 3D printed music booklet casing

Aug.6, 2016 - Hungarian Nora Kaszanyi has created a beautiful special edition monograph for Hungarian composer Béla Bartók's Mikrokosmos, a six-volume collection of piano pieces. The six volumes, each presented with a cover printed with distinct geometric visualizations, are all neatly packaged in a both striking and minimalist 3D printed case. More

University of Washington students are 3D printing the missing bones of a 13-foot Columbian mammoth

Aug.6, 2016 - The University of Washington's College of Engineering and the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture have joined forces to 3D print the missing bones of a wooly mammoth skeleton due to be displayed in the museum's new exhibition hall. The project should be completed by 2019. More

Sonoma Orthopedics uses 3D printed bone fracture models to teach doctors new intermedullary fixation technique

Aug.5, 2016 - Using 3D printing equipment from Stratasys, Sonoma Orthopedics Products, Inc. is pioneering techniques for implementing intramedullary devices for ankle, wrist, and clavicle fracture repair. These bones had previously been considered too small for such procedures. More

2x University of Buffalo projects receive SMART funds to explore new 3D printing techniques

Aug.5, 2016 - The University of Buffalo has included two 3D printing projects in its five-pronged, $100,000 SMART initiative, one of UB's three Communities of Excellence. One project will explore the viability of 3D printing electronic devices; another will involve 3D printing graphene-based supercapacitors. More

Multiply Labs launches customizable 3D printed pills that release desired supplements throughout the day

Aug.5, 2016 - You can now pack all your supplements in a single 3D printed customized pill that releases them exactly when you need them, thanks to a new service by startup Multiply Labs. More

Ancient statue of Zeus from Olympia revived through 3D printing

Aug.5, 2016 - To celebrate the 20th anniversary of the 1996 Summer Olympics, the Millennium Gate Museum in Atlanta has 3D printed a stunning replica of the statue of Zeus from Olympia, one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world. More

Doctor adopts 3D scanning & printing to create hyper-accurate prosthetic ears for kids with microtia

Aug.5, 2016 - Scottish plastic surgeon Dr. Ken Stewart from the Royal Hospital for Sick Children in Edinburgh has started using 3D scanning and 3D printing to make microtia ear deformity treatment far more accurate, but also far less scary for children. More

Scottish 3D printing firm in pole position to supply parts to Formula 1 after purchase of £805K metal 3D printer

Aug.5, 2016 - A Scottish business set up by a former soccer player has invested £805,000 ($1.05 million) in an SLM 500HL 3D printer in order to increase its supply of 3D printed metal parts. CA Models, based in the city of Stirling in central Scotland, counts nine Formula 1 teams amongst its customers. More

KPMG: 27% of senior metals execs planning to invest in additive manufacturing, 25% already have

Aug.4, 2016 - A quarter of senior metals executives responding to KPMG International's 2016 Global Metals & Mining Outlook survey say they have invested in additive manufacturing; 27% say they will invest more in the future. Fewer than half voiced any confidence in the prospects for the global economy. More

DJ Piotr Bejnar combines music and 3D printing to get his audience's hearts pumping

Aug.4, 2016 - Polish DJ Piotr Bejnar is pushing the boundaries of his performances with the help of 3D printing technologies. With them, he has found a way to truly connect to his audiences by using their heartbeats as his music's beats. More

JumpStartCSR develops smart custom 3D printed footbeds for preventing and tracking MSDs

Aug.4, 2016 - Seattle-based startup JumpStartCSR is developing a system that combines 3D printing with a complex cognitive expert system to prevent and improve treatments for musculoskeletal disorders. The new system, called Holmz, is currently undergoing trials. More

$250k 3D printed anatomy kits are making medical teaching more accessible

Aug.4, 2016 - For the past two years, Paul McMenamin, the director of the Melbourne-based Monash University Centre for Human Anatomy Education, has been developing a kit of 3D printed anatomical replica models to help train medical students. Now, the kits, worth $250k are commercially available. More

BMW uses LEDs and 3D Printing to track Olympic swimmers movement to maximize performance

Aug.4, 2016 - While it's true that you might think of BMW when considering training athletes for the Olympics, but previously established motion tracking systems found in their cars lend themselves easily to a 3D printed LED based sensor technology. More

Future Mars city prototypes to be 3D printed in Mojave Desert within three years

Aug.3, 2016 - Thanks to a successful Kickstarter campaign, Mars City Design will be hosting a workshop on city planning on the Red Planet and will 3D print the best concept prototypes in the Mojave Desert within three years from now. More

3D printed 'medical phantom models' are advancing training for Clubfoot treatments

Aug.3, 2016 - A team of researchers from Carnegie Mellon University's College of Engineering have developed patient-specific 3D printed medical phantom models. The models will help train surgeons to treat Clubfoot disorder by providing realistic feeling foot structures made from 3D printed bones and a soft gel material. More

Gilmour Space Technologies successfully tests 3D printed fuel for space-bound rockets

Aug.3, 2016 - While many aerospace innovators are using 3D printing for engine parts, the Singapore-based Gilmour Space Technologies has developed a 3D printed fuel for space-bound rockets that could significantly decrease launch costs. More

Top sportswear brands embrace 3D printing to push their athletes into RIO Olympics

Aug.3, 2016 - Nike, Under Armour and Speedo have been investing heavily to push their athletes as far as possible. The line between unfair advantage and victory, always hanging in the balance. More

Stunning 3D printed cheongsam unveiled in Beijing

Aug.3, 2016 - The timeless cheongsam dress has been brought into the technological age through a collaborative effort between the Tsinghua University Arts and Science Center and Jiangsu based 3D printing solutions company Seegine 3D Printing. More

Under Armour gives Michael Phelps special 3D printed shoes with son’s footprint inside

Aug.3, 2016 - US star swimmer Michael Phelps is bringing two pairs of customized 3D printed Under Armour shoes to the Olympics in Rio de Janeiro, both featuring black footprint markings of Phelps' three-month-old son Boomer. More

Saudi Arabia plans to 3D print 1.5 million houses with WinSun's construction 3D printing tech

Aug.2, 2016 - Last week a delegation of Chinese WinSun officials traveled to Riyadh, the capital of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, to discuss construction 3D printing. Among others, the Chinese construction 3D printing pioneers were invited to 3D print up to 1.5 million housing units over the next five years. More

Russia's URSC aims to have zero-gravity 3D bioprinter aboard the ISS by 2018

Aug.2, 2016 - Russia's United Rocket and Space Corporation has just signed an agreement with 3D Bioprinting Solutions for the development of a magnetic zero-gravity 3D bioprinter, which should be in operation aboard the ISS by 2018. More

LLNL & Giant Leap Technologies using 3D printing to develop solar technology with $2.2M DoE funding

Aug.1, 2016 - Giant Leap Technologies (GLT) and the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) have received $2.2M from the US Department of Energy's SunShot Initiative. The two parties will develop new techniques for 3D printing opto-microfluidic structures, which will help to improve solar power efficiency. More

SHRED-Buddy3D Recycler turns bottles, leftover filament bits & fishing line into pellets for 3D printing

Aug.1, 2016 - German startup VentureBit is seeking funds for a desktop plastic shredder through a Kickstarter campaign. The product, called SHRED-Buddy3D, can help you to transform leftover filament, plastic bottles, fish line and a range of other plastic scraps into plastic granules, which in turn can be transformed into ready-to-use 3D printer filament. More

This 3D printed phone case on wheels will roll towards you when you get a call

Aug.1, 2016 - A new 3D printed smartphone case developed by Tokyo researchers features wheels that make kinetic interaction possible, allowing users to take measurements with their phones. More

Design your own 3D printed snapback for Modla's latest hat collection

Aug.1, 2016 - London based 3D design studio Modla has just launched a line of three 3D printed snapbacks. As a special offer with the launch, Modla is inviting customers to submit their own designs for 3D printed hat graphics for the chance of having them included in the collection and a share of the profits. More

US Navy's MV-22B Osprey with 3D printed engine housing perfectly completes test flight

Aug.1, 2016 - NavAir has just completed a test flight with an MV-22B Osprey equipped with a 3D printed engine housing, the Navy's first ever test flight featuring critical 3D printed components. More

AMO cuts wind energy costs by 3D printing gigantic wind blade molds in 6 feet tall sections

Aug.1, 2016 - The Advanced Manufacturing Office (AMO) has turned to 3D printing to reduce production costs for the next generation of wind turbines and has 3D printed a 42 feet wind blade mold, cut up into separate six feet tall segments. More

Victoria the goose gets 2nd 3D printed beak prosthesis after failing to adapt to first model

Jul.31, 2016 - Victoria the Brazilian goose has just received a second, lightweight and efficient 3D printed beak prosthesis, after becoming the world's first goose to receive one in late 2015. More

ESA opens new Advanced Manufacturing Lab to develop 3D printing tech for future space exploration

Jul.31, 2016 - The European Space Agency (ESA) has opened a new Advanced Manufacturing Facility near its UK base in Harwell, Oxfordshire, where it will explore the possibilities of 3D printing and other advanced manufacturing techniques for space applications. More

3D printing could help restore out-of-action US Marine Corps aircraft

Jul.30, 2016 - Burdened with a number of obsolete and broken aircraft, the US Marine Corps (USMC) is turning to additive manufacturing technology to help restore its fleet, giving pilots a better opportunity to receive essential training. The USMC has already trialled a 3D printing scheme in one of its battalions. More

Getting to grips with 'Zizzy,' a 3D printed soft robot for those with limited mobility

Jul.30, 2016 - Designer Michael Roybal has created 'Zizzy,' a 3D printed personal robot designed to help those with limited mobility. The robot, which took a full year to develop, uses 3D printable pneumatic muscles made from Ninjaflex filament, and can move objects using 3D printed grippers. More

Trade your Pokédex for Poké-sex with 3D printed Pokémon sex toys

Jul.29, 2016 - GeekySexToys, an Australian store specializing in nerd-friendly sex toys, has released a Pokémon-themed collection of dildos and butt plugs. The 'Pok'moan' set consists of Bulbasaur, Charmander, and Squirtle dildos, as well as a 3D printed Pikachu butt plug. More

Safety First Arms makes gun ownership safer with 3D printed SMART 2 firearm featuring PIN lock

Jul.29, 2016 - San Diego-based startup Safety First Arms has developed the new 3D printed SMART 2 firearm that features a PIN lock and an alarm system, making it safe to own, pointless to steal and impossible for children to accidentally fire. More

Build a $700 open source bionic prosthesis with new tutorial by Nicolas Huchet of Bionico

Jul.29, 2016 - French open source fanatic Nicolas Huchet of Bionico has just 3D printed his very own Exiii Hackberry bionic hand during a residency at Fab Lab Berlin, and has shared an extensive tutorial online which allows you to 3D print your very own bionic prosthesis at home for just $700. More

Nintendo fan builds 3D printed mini-NES console with cool NFC tag cartridges

Jul.29, 2016 - Tech blogger DaftMike has built a mini 3D printed version of the classic Nintendo Entertainment System. The machine runs on RetroPie emulation software, uses NFC tagged game cartridges, and offers nostalgic gamers a cheaper alternative to Nintendo's official NES Classic Mini, due later this year. More

BCN3D Technologies develops open source 3D printed 'Moveo' robotic arm for schools

Jul.28, 2016 - BCN3D Technologies, a Barcelona-based organization supported by Fundaci' CIM, has developed the BCN3D Moveo, an open-source, 5-axis, 3D printed robotic arm. The device, which can be reproduced at a low cost, is powered by an Arduino microcontroller. More

3D printed flexible cubes perform functions when under pressure, could be used for prosthetics and wearables

Jul.28, 2016 - Dutch researchers have developed 3D printed metamaterial cubes that can be programmed to deform in certain patterns when exposed to pressure, paving the way for customizable prostheses that can bend in certain directions. More

Moddler uses 3D printing for brand new Major League Baseball and Triple Crown trophies

Jul.28, 2016 - San Francisco-based 3D printing service Moddler used their 3D printing expertise to greatly speed up the production process for gorgeous new Major League Baseball and Triple Crown trophies. More

Researchers harness snake power with first ever 3D printed Single-Actuator Wave robot

Jul.28, 2016 - A team of Israeli researchers led by David Zarrouk have harnessed the movement power of snakes for SAW, the world's first Single-Actuator Wave robot that features a helix-shaped 3D printed body. More

Metal 3D printing to be used in Russia's nuclear industry, Rosatom reveals

Jul.27, 2016 - Russia's first domestic metal 3D printer was only unveiled earlier this month, but Russia's nuclear corporation Rosatom has already revealed plans to 3D print numerous parts for nuclear power plants. More

Melissa Ng takes cosplay to the next level with 3D printed Sovereign Armor for women

Jul.27, 2016 - 3D fantasy designer Melissa Ng of Lumecluster has impressed us time and time again with her stunning and inspiring 3D printed jewelry and costume pieces. Her latest project, the medieval inspired 3D printed women's Sovereign Armor, might be her finest piece of work yet. More

Designer of 3D printed Pokemon Go Pokeball aimer closes Etsy store after surge in orders

Jul.27, 2016 - Jon Cleaver, designer of the 3D printed 'Pokeball Aimer' iPhone gadget, has temporarily closed his Etsy shop in order to catch up with the flood of orders placed for the Pokemon Go hack. The shop will reopen in a few days with new models for Samsung and Apple phones. More

German researchers develop low-cost 3D printed prosthetics for people in crisis zones

Jul.27, 2016 - A team of German researchers from the Friedrich-Alexander University Erlangen-N'rnberg (FAU) and Fachhochschule L'beck are developing a low-cost, easy-to-use process for creating custom 3D printed prosthetics that they hope to deploy in crisis zones. More

Dubai's Burj Khalifa, the world's tallest building, now available as 3D printed souvenir in its gift shop

Jul.27, 2016 - The Burj Khalifa, the tallest structure in the world and Dubai's premier tourist destination, has been transformed into 3D printed souvenirs that are now available in the building's gift shop. More

3D printed literacy tools help visually impaired children learn Korean alphabet

Jul.27, 2016 - A team of researchers from the 3D Printing Lab at the Korea Institute of Science and Technology have conducted a hands on study to see whether 3D printed learning aids could help improve literacy and writing skills for visually impaired children. More

New 3D printed graphene super batteries by Swinburne researchers will last a lifetime

Jul.26, 2016 - Researchers from Swinburne University in Melbourne, Australia, have developed a new supercapacitor made from 3D printed graphene, which can hold a larger charge of energy, is recharged in a matter of seconds and will last a lifetime. More

Emerging Objects introduces 3D printed objects made from recycled rubber tires

Jul.26, 2016 - Emerging Objects, an independent 3D printing 'MAKE-tank', has over the years impressed us with the diversity and scope of their boundary pushing 3D printing projects. Now, the Make-tank is pushing its innovative materials even further as it is working on developing a 3D printing material made from recycled rubber tires. More

Cessna Denali, Textron's new turboprop to feature a 3D printed propeller engine by GE

Jul.26, 2016 - GE Aviation has just revealed that the next-generation Cessna Denali, a propeller-powered business aircraft that brings private jet luxuries to a lower price segment, will feature a very powerful and efficient engine packed with 3D printed parts. More

Studio Neat’s new Glif 3D printed smartphone mount redesigned with quick release lever

Jul.26, 2016 - Studio Neat are set to repeat their 2010 Kickstarter success with the 2nd generation Glif 3D printed smartphone camera mount, a multifunctional tripod setup featuring a very secure grip. More

Italian students build vending machine that turns recycled plastic into 3D printed smartphone cases

Jul.26, 2016 - In an attempt to make recycling more tangible and appealing to youths, Italian students have built a 3D printed smartphone case vending machine that takes plastic bottles as currency and recycles them for 3D printing. More

New legislation in California requires 3D printed guns to be registered

Jul.25, 2016 - Governor of California Jerry Brown has passed a law requiring makers of 3D printed guns and other homemade firearms to apply for an official serial number from the Department of Justice, a process which requires a background check. The new law aims to close firearm loopholes exposed by 3D printing. More

Nuclear power and 3D printing are the driving forces behind this Audi concept car

Jul.25, 2016 - Russian automobile designer Grigory Gorin has designed the Audi Mesarthim F-Tron Quattro, a nuclear-powered, 3D printed concept car. The monocoque chassis of the car would be 3D printed in a lightweight metal alloy, with the engine powered by a fusion reactor with plasma injectors. More

Voxelworld's 3D printed runway show takes German fashion event by storm

Jul.25, 2016 - German lifestyle startup Voxelworld teamed up with Lexus to present Germany's first 3D printed fashion show. The runway show, which took place in D'sseldorf this past weekend, featured 3D printed designs from 13 different designers. More

Hackers create 3D printed TSA Safe Skies master key, release blueprints

Jul.25, 2016 - Three hackers just revealed that they have used 3D printing to reverse engineer the master key used by the TSA to check luggage guarded by Safe Skies luggage locks, and are calling for an end to key escrow policies in both the physical and the digital world. More

2016 spectacular 3D printed butterflies adorn China's new pedestrian tunnel

Jul.25, 2016 - A pedestrian tunnel set to open in ChongQing, China is expecting to make people's commutes a whole lot happier and more relaxing thanks to a 3D printed butterfly forest. More

Catch 'em all! This 3D printed Pokémon Go iPhone case makes every Poke Ball throw perfect

Jul.25, 2016 - Thanks to the clever PokéBall Aimer iPhone case for Pokémon Go by John Cleaver, which features a special guiding trench for your finger, you will never have to waste another Poké Ball again. More

3D animation breakthrough by Disney enables realistic 3D eye reconstruction from a single photo

Jul.24, 2016 - Scientists from Disney Research have developed a new parametric model and algorithm that relies on an existing database of high resolution eye scans and only needs one photo or facial scan of an actor to accurately create a 3D animation of that person's eyes. More

French startup Biomodex is 3D printing ultra-realistic organs to help train doctors

Jul.24, 2016 - French startup Biomodex is hoping to reduce the number of deaths caused by medical errors by offering hospitals super accurate and custom made 3D printed organs. The 3D printed organs could be used for patient-specific pre-surgical planning or to help train new doctors. More

BRB while we build this 3D printable Split Flap Display for three-letter texting abbreviations

Jul.23, 2016 - Jonathan Odom, a designer at the Instructables Design Studio, has created a 3D printable Split Flap Display which can be used to communicate three-letter abbreviations on acrylic cards. Odom built the machine in order to bring 'text and animation back to its mechanical roots. More

These cute 3D knitted flats are made from recycled water bottles

Jul.23, 2016 - San Francisco based footwear company Rothy's has introduced their latest collection of fully recycled flats which are made using a proprietary 3D knitting technology. The shoes are made from recycled PET bottles and cost between $125-$145 a pair. More

Face-generating software and 3D printed busts show Catholics how 17th century saints might have looked

Jul.23, 2016 - Scientists in Brazil have used'3D printing to create lifelike busts of centuries-old Roman Catholic saints. After obtaining CT scans of the saints' preserved skulls and conducting extensive research and analysis, the scientists were able to 3D print the generated models in a plastic-based plaster. More

Henkel is developing adhesive solutions for 3D printing in automotive, furniture and construction industries

Jul.22, 2016 - German international product developer Henkel has begun developing very appealing adhesives for 3D printing applications in the automotive, furniture and construction industries, which could make 3D printing even more appealing in industrial circles. More

Queensland archeology students to use 3D printed artefact replicas to study off-campus

Jul.22, 2016 - In an attempt to help those students that live off-campus, the University of Southern Queensland in Australia will use full-color 3D printing to replicate archeological artefacts that can be studied at home. More

Freshmade 3D teams up with Hahn-Vorbach to 3D print classic car replacement parts

Jul.22, 2016 - Ohio-based 3D printing specialists Freshmade 3D have partnered with classic car restorers Hahn-Vorbach and will be using 3D printing to produce classic car parts which have gone out of production decades ago. More

Police 3D printed copies of murder victim's fingers to unlock protected smartphone

Jul.21, 2016 - Anil Jain, a professor at Michigan State University, has made 3D printed replicas of a dead man's fingers in order to aid police investing the man's murder. The police hope that the 3D printed fingers can be used to unlock the victim's smartphone, which uses a fingerprint recognition lock. More

FDA's draft guidance for 3D printed medical devices receives just 3 public comments

Jul.21, 2016 - The FDA's draft guidance on 3D printed medical devices, released in May and open for comment until August 8, has received just three public comments. The FDA had sought to receive significant industry feedback on its draft in order to devise a fair and comprehensive set of rules. More

Scientists can build affordable lab tools using these Lego-like 3D printable modular blocks

Jul.21, 2016 - Affordable science equipment to better promote STEM based curriculum in our school system has been limited for years. A group of researchers at UC Riverside have developed a 3D printed platform called MECs designed to produce custom Biological and Chemical Instruments. More

3D printed skulls assist new doctors with nasal endoscopy training

Jul.21, 2016 - Dr. Jose Gurrola II, a doctor at the University of Virginia Health System, has been using 3D printed skulls at his otolaryngology clinic to teach students how to perform a nasal endoscopy'inserting a camera with a long scope down a patient's nasal cavity. More

Shipping companies must arm themselves against 3D printed counterfeit cargo seals, G4S says

Jul.21, 2016 - British multinational security services company G4S is warning shipping companies about 3D printed counterfeit security devices such as cargo seals, and has shared advice on how to prevent criminals equipped with 3D printers from stealing cargo. More

This 3D printed Mine Kafon Drone wants to free the world from landmines in 10 years

Jul.21, 2016 - Afghan brothers Massoud and Mahmud Hassani have launched a Kickstarter campaign for their Mine Kafon Drone, a low cost mine detector and detonator that is 200 times cheaper and 20 times more efficient than other mine removal techniques. More

Vortic's new 3D printed titanium watches 'Journeyman Series' launch on Kickstarter

Jul.21, 2016 - Colorado based startup Vortic Watches broke onto the scene two years ago with their beautiful partially 3D printed wristwatches. With the immense success of their first product run, the team at Vortic is back on Kickstarter and is seeking funds for its latest wristwatch collection, the Journeyman Series. More

3D print your own Apollo 11 'Columbia' command module to celebrate 47th anniversary of moon landing

Jul.20, 2016 - The Smithsonian has published a high-resolution 3D scan of the Apollo 11 command module 'Columbia' as part of the 47th anniversary celebrations for the Apollo 11 moon landing. The model can be 3D printed, viewed on a web browser, or explored with a VR headset. More

Swiss designers harness 3D printing pen power for gorgeous 3D printed dresses and corsets

Jul.20, 2016 - A team of Swiss designers from the Canvas School of Fashion and Design in Lausanne, Switzerland, have designed gorgeous 3D printed dresses and corsets that look as though they're made from lace, and did so using nothing but 3D printing pens. More

Scientists use 3D printing to scale up light, elastic and high-strength nanostructures

Jul.19, 2016 - Researchers from Virginia Tech have just unveiled a way to successfully scale up nanostructure materials with a 3D printer, without sacrificing any of their lightweight, high-strength and elastic properties. More

WASP invites makers to help build 3D printed house using 12-meter Big Delta 3D printer

Jul.19, 2016 - Workers at the WASP Technological Village in Italy'home of the 12-meter-tall Big Delta WASP 3D printer'are inviting makers to help build their first ever 3D printed adobe building during a series of weekend workshops. The project, set to begin on July 23, will use eco-friendly local materials. More

Belgian ophthalmologists complete world's first 3D printed eye prosthesis

Jul.19, 2016 - Belgian specialists from the Academic Hospital of the University of Leuven have just brought 3D printing to ophthalmology by completing the world's first 3D printed eye prosthesis for a 68-year-old male patient. More

Eric Harrell 3D prints an amazing and functional mini Subaru flat-four engine

Jul.19, 2016 - Mechanical engineer Eric Harrell has just shared a 3D printable 35-percent scale model of a Subaru's EJ20 flat-four engine that is fully functional thanks to an electric engine, and can teach you everything about modern car engines. More

This stunning luxury swimming pool was constructed from 3D printed plan

Jul.19, 2016 - Utah based landscaping company Cutting Edge Pools have constructed a stunning pool for clients that was based off of a 3D printed model. Local 3D printing company WhiteClouds helped with the additive manufacturing. More

'Biohybrid' crawling robot build with sea slug muscle and 3D printed body

Jul.19, 2016 - Researchers from Ohio's Case Western Reserve University have unveiled a biohybrid crawler made from sea slug muscle cells and a 3D printed polymer body that is perfect for exploring the ocean floor looking for wreckage or toxic leaks. More

Oventus stock jumps to 69¢ on debut, expected to launch 3D printed sleep apnoea device in US this year

Jul.19, 2016 - Oventus Medical, the Australian company responsible for developing a 3D printed sleep apnoea device, is expecting to soon break into the American market after having a successful start on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX). More

Researchers embed 3D prints with acoustic meta-data that manipulates the production of sound

Jul.19, 2016 - The ability to manipulate sound to convey emotion and information has been a craft more than a science for most of history. Researchers have been using complex 3D printable voxel chambers to allow any item to carry data or filter and produce sound like never before. More

Pokémon GO fans treated to real-life 3D printed Pokémon goodies in Devon, UK

Jul.18, 2016 - A generous maker from a seaside town in Great Britain has been leaving 3D printed Pok'mon models as a surprise reward for local Pok'mon Go players. Matthew Beaman, 36, has given five 3D printed creations to the cause, leaving clues about their location on a local news Facebook group. More

Students team up with Mystic Aquarium to design 3D printed boot for Purps the penguin

Jul.18, 2016 - Purps, an African penguin at the Mystic Aquarium in Connecticut can walk with easy again thanks to a collaborative effort between the aquarium, the Mystic Middle School, and ACT Group. Together, the team was able to design and create a 3D printed orthotic boot for the injured animal. More

Chinese doctors successfully implant a red-crowned crane with a 3D printed titanium beak

Jul.18, 2016 - A tripartite team from the Leader Animal Hospital, the Guangzhou Yang Ming Technology Company, and the Additive Manufacturing lab at the South China University of Technology have helped a young red-crowned crane to eat again thanks to a 3D printed titanium beak implant. More

Enhance your Pokémon Go adventures with 3D printed Pokédex phone battery case

Jul.18, 2016 - Thanks to a fantastic 3D printable Pokédex smartphone case that doubles as an extra battery pack, you can play Pokémon Go in style and never have to worry about a dead battery ever again. More

Solar-powered, 3D printable 'Suli' light turns an ordinary plastic bottle into a lamp

Jul.18, 2016 - Suli Labs, a tech startup based in Chile, is taking preorders for Suli, a versatile, solar-powered light which can be 3D printed or bought ready-made. The startup has also designed a range of 3D printed accessories for the light, including a bicycle attachment and garden stake. More

Maker Generation's version of virtual pet gets 3D printing treatment

Jul.17, 2016 - Every generation has a virtual pet that mimics the companionship of the real thing. Adafruit has recently revealed the Adafriend, it's 3D printable, custom virtual pet ready for the Maker Generation. More

3D print your very own fully-automated Solar System

Jul.17, 2016 - Space may be the final frontier, but if you don't want to spend the money to get there, a recent Instructables provides you with everything you'll need to print your very own solar system and watch the planets spin. More

Customize your American Girl doll with DIY 3D printed prosthetic limbs

Jul.16, 2016 - Inspired by a video that went viral of a young girl receiving a doll with a prosthetic leg, two makers have designed prosthetic limbs for American Girl dolls that anyone can 3D print at home. More

French MotoGP team gains competitive edge with lightweight 3D printed metal components

Jul.16, 2016 - French Moto2 team TransFIORmers has teamed up with metal 3D printing experts I3D Concept to manufacture a more lightweight and precisely designed suspension system. The innovative part was additively manufactured using a strong titanium alloy on Renishaw's AM250 machine. More

Scientists pave way for invisibility cloak with 3D printed nanoparticles invisible to electromagnetic waves

Jul.15, 2016 - Scientists from the Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) have just realized a 3D printing breakthrough that can make objects invisible to electromagnetic waves, using a special nanoparticle coating. More

Team Unlimbited releases Alfie Edition, 3D printed parametric e-NABLE arm for children with below-elbow deficiencies

Jul.15, 2016 - Team Unlimbited, a pair of British e-NABLE volunteers, has released version 2.0 of its 3D printed prosthetic arm, named the 'Alfie Edition' after its first recipient. The new design is fully parametric and can be customized for a correct fit using Thingiverse Customizer. More

Russian Helicopters showcases 3D printed metal parts for Ansat Helicopter at Innoprom 2016

Jul.15, 2016 - The Rostec-backed Helicopters of Russia has just unveiled several 3D printed metal parts for the Russian Ansat Helicopter, including crucial steering control components, at Innoprom 2016. More

University's Cordless Screwdriver Races taken to new heights with 3D printed vehicles

Jul.15, 2016 - The HAWK University of Applied Sciences and Arts in Hildesheim, Germany has hosted the Akkuschrauberrennen or 'Cordless Screwdriver Race' for the past nine years. For this year's race, the organizers decided to step things up in a technological way by requiring that every entry vehicle had to be at least in part 3D printed. More

Maxim Lyashko shares first ever Russian-made 3D printed bionic prosthesis with the world

Jul.15, 2016 - After losing his own hand in a mining incident, the Russian engineer Maxim Lyashko has been working hard to build MaxBionic, the first ever Russian bionic prosthesis and he is now sharing the open source 3D printable files with the world. More

Entirely 3D printed missiles on the horizon, says Raytheon Missile Systems president

Jul.14, 2016 - Engineers at the Raytheon design site (Tucson, Arizona) are experimenting with 3D printed missile components. While additive manufacturing is currently being used to 'hollow out' certain components, the American defense contractor believes that it could someday 3D print an entire missile. More

Adam Wrigley unveils Clockwerk: the first ever 3D printed three-axis tourbillon clock

Jul.14, 2016 - Brooklyn-based mechanical engineer Adam Wrigley has just shared his designs for the Clockwerk, the world's first 3D printed three-axis tourbillon clock which is powered by a mind-numbing mechanical mechanism. More

Fashion student designed a beautiful 3D printed dress to demonstrate a novel fashion app concept

Jul.14, 2016 - Monika Januszkiewicz, a fashion student from the University of Huddersfield in the UK, has designed a stunning 3D printed dress for her final project. The dress, made up of 2,000 3D printed petals, was created to demonstrate the student's fashion app concept. More

Skinsuit designed with help of 3D printing gives cyclist Tom Dumoulin competitive edge at Tour de France

Jul.14, 2016 - A team of researchers from TU Delft have collaborated with Team Giant-Alpecin to design an advanced aerodynamic suit for Dutch cyclist Tom Dumoulin. The skinsuit was made and tested with the help of 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies. More

Dubai lays out regulations for 3D printed buildings

Jul.14, 2016 - As part of their ambitious 3D Printing Strategy, the Dubai Municipality is establishing rules and standards for 3D printing construction practices through legislation. These will include material, and practice regulations among others. More

AI Biosciences repurposes low-cost Printrbot 3D printer into high-quality bio-extraction instrument

Jul.14, 2016 - The open source 3D printer market has lead to the explosion of low-cost 3D printers over the last few years. It also allows the repurposing its core technology toward important bio-research projects and AI Biosciences proves that once again. More

EBAM 3D printing allows Lockheed Martin to reduce production cost, waste, and time for satellite part

Jul.13, 2016 - Sciaky, Inc. recently announced that it's renowned Electron Beam Additive Manufacturing (EBAM) technology allowed global aerospace company Lockheed Martin Space Systems to manufacture titanium propellant tanks for satellites with significantly reduced production time, material waste, and production costs. More

Daimler to 3D print plastic spare parts for Mercedes trucks, starting in September

Jul.13, 2016 - German truck manufacturer Daimler AG has revealed that they will thoroughly overhaul their supply chains by adopting SLS 3D printing to produce plastic spare parts for their Mercedes-Benz trucks, starting in September. More

Harvard scientists combine rat tissue with 3D printed gold to build 'living' biohybrid stingray

Jul.13, 2016 - A Harvard research team led by professor Kit Kevin Parker has just unveiled a 3D printed 'living' biohybrid stingray, made from 3D printed gold and a rat's heart muscle cells, that has been genetically engineered to swim in response to light cues. More

AntiVJ 3D printed visual sound waves in concrete to create stunning sonic landscapes

Jul.13, 2016 - European visual label AntiVJ has collaborated with artist Yannick Jacquet to design a stunning album cover for Thomas Vaquié's latest album Ecume. The artwork was generated by the music's own soundwaves and was made with the help of 3D printing technologies. More

Thales Alenia Space & Poly-Shape build Europe's largest qualified 3D metal printed part for satellites

Jul.12, 2016 - Thales Alenia Space and Poly-Shape SAS have built Europe's largest qualified 3D printed metal parts for satellites using a Concept Laser 3D printer. The laser-melted antenna supports, which took six days to print, will be used on the Koreasat-5A and 7 satellites, due to go to into orbit in 2017. More

Satellites to be 3D printed and tested in space in near future, says Airbus' Andy Anderson

Jul.12, 2016 - As Airbus deputy chief technology officer Andy Anderson revealed during the Farnborough Airshow, he believes that satellites will be 3D printed, tested and deployed in space in the near future. More

$10M America Makes grant awarded to University of Dayton for 3D printed aircraft maintenance solutions

Jul.12, 2016 - The University of Dayton Research Institute has just received a $10 million grant from America Makes to head a huge collaborate research initiative to explore 3D printing solutions for aircraft maintenance and repair procedures for the U.S. Air Force. More

Roche researchers use Organovo's 3D printed human liver tissues to assess drug-induced toxicity

Jul.11, 2016 - Researchers from Organovo and Roche Pharmaceutical Research and Early Development have used Organovo's 3D printed human liver tissues to model drug-induced liver injury and distinguish between trovafloxacin and levofloxacin, two'closely related compounds with different toxicity profiles. More

Russian defense firm UIMC unveils an entirely 3D printed scouting drone at Innoprom 2016

Jul.11, 2016 - The United Instrument Manufacturing Corporation (UIMC), a Russian state corporation, has built an entirely 3D printed drone which will be used for monitoring and reconnaisance. The UAV, which can be printed and assembled in one day, was unveiled today at the Innoprom trade fair in Ekaterinburg. More

Food Ink. the first 3D printing restaurant to serve nine-course 3D printed dinner in London

Jul.11, 2016 - Dutch 3D printed food innovators byFlow are ready to take their Food Ink pop-up restaurant to London, where they will be setting up a gastropub to serve nine-course 3D printed dinners from 25 to 27 July. More

3D printed Hibbot walker is teaching Cerebral Palsy patients to walk one step at a time

Jul.11, 2016 - Belgian engineers and physiotherapists from Medical Robots have developed the 3D printed Hibbot walker, a hands-free pelvic support system that is changing the way in which Cerebral Palsy patients learn to walk. More

Arcus 3D printable rubber band machine gun can fire 48 shots in seconds

Jul.10, 2016 - 3D printed rubber band guns have been popping up on file sharing sites for the last few years. A newly released Instructable for the Arcus is in a league of its own by shooting 48 bands in a matter of seconds. More

Design your Own 3D printed Robot with 21st Century Robot's online design tool

Jul.10, 2016 - Intel's 21st Century Robot Project has launched a new online design tool that allows users to design their own robot based on customized personality traits. Users will then be able to share or even 3D print their personalized robotic friends. More

3D printed skulls help FBI forensic artists create facial approximations of unidentified remains

Jul.10, 2016 - The FBI's Trace Evidence Unit is dedicated to helping find a name for unidentified human remains. Using anthropological forensics, 3D printing technologies, and forensic art, facial approximations are made for the remains that could be identified by the public. More

Capturing the moon with a Raspberry Pi and 3D printed lens adapter

Jul.10, 2016 - Berlin-based maker James Mitchell explains how he captured a detailed and close-up photo of the moon using a Raspberry Pi, Picamera, Canon EF lens, and a 3D printed lens adapter. The results are astonishing. More

How 3D printed coral structures could help save our coral reef ecosystems

Jul.9, 2016 - A team from Melbourne, Australia based organization The Reef Design Lab has introduced 3D printed coral structures to coral reef environments in an effort to help save the underwater ecosystems. More

Ultimate Ears unveils bespoke in-ear wireless headphones made with 3D scanning and printing

Jul.9, 2016 - Ultimate Ears has unveiled its latest product: custom-fitted in-ear wireless headphones. The devices are made using 3D scanning technologies, which capture the client's ear structure, and 3D printing technologies. The UE Custom earphones are retailing for about 400 euros. More

ORNL researchers 3D print an entire table with bamboo PLA pellets and giant BAAM 3D Printer

Jul.8, 2016 - Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) are testing the effectiveness of a bamboo-PLA 3D printing material, and have used Cincinnati Incorporated's Big Area Additive Manufacturing (BAAM) 3D printer to print large objects, such as a table, using bamboo-PLA pellets. More

3D printed 'MuddyBot' helps scientists explore how first vertebrates could have moved on land

Jul.8, 2016 - A team of researchers from the Georgia Institute of Technology are combining 3D printed robotics, mathematics, and paleontology to explore how the first vertebrates transitioned from their underwater environments onto land. More

ORNL: 3D printed heatsink matches performance of conventional heatsinks with simple annealing process

Jul.8, 2016 - Researchers from the Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Tennessee have discovered that, by employing a simple annealing process or by using a design algorithm, manufacturers can create 3D printed heat sinks which perform as well as conventionally manufactured alternatives. More

Ribalta's Chef Pasquale Cozzolino is the new recipe advisor for BeeHex's 3D printed pizzas

Jul.8, 2016 - BeeHex 3D, the makers of the world's first pizza 3D printer, have just announced a partnership with Chef Pasquale Cozzolino, owner of Ribalta, a Neopolitan restaurant in New York and Atlanta. Cozzolino, an established pizza chef and expert, will be taken on as an advisor to make sure that the ingredients used in the 3D printed pizzas are only the best. More

CoolChip teases a new low profile Kinetic CPU cooler prototyped through 3D printing

Jul.8, 2016 - Hardware cooling specialist CoolChip Technologies has just shared a teaser of a new Kinetic Cooler for the Intel Skylake CPU that has been prototyped through 3D printing and is more efficient, smaller and quieter than existing models. More

Project Nourished is serving up a virtual reality dining experience with 3D printed food

Jul.8, 2016 - Project Nourished, an innovative project developed by a Los Angeles based team of scientists, digital designers, food connoisseurs, and engineers, is seeking to examine and explore the way humans ingest and experience food through a virtual reality setup. More

Three 3D printable space exploration projects to celebrate Juno reaching Jupiter

Jul.8, 2016 - After a five-year journey, NASA's Juno spacecraft entered Jupiter's orbit on Monday during a 35-minute engine burn. To celebrate the accomplishment, here are three out-of-this-world space exploration-themed 3D printing projects selected by Wevolver. More

Hanna the labrador puppy can eat again thanks to a 3D printed tooth implant

Jul.7, 2016 - A team of Brazilian veterinarian specialists calling themselves the 'Animal Avengers' have helped a 15-month-old puppy to eat again thanks to a custom 3D printed tooth implant. The puppy had broken her original tooth by chewing on a bone and was left unable to eat. More

Architect Arthur Mamou-Mani designs stunning 3D printed stools for Food Ink pop-up restaurant

Jul.7, 2016 - French architect Arthur Mamou-Mani has designed a series of exquisite 3D printed stools and table stands for the London location of Food Ink, the world's first 3D printed restaurant. The stools were designed with the help of Mamou-Mani's own Silkworm plug-in and are built to withstand being sat on. More

Xkelet wins Red Dot award for custom-fitting 3D printed orthosis that optimizes hygiene and comfort

Jul.7, 2016 - The Spanish startup Xkelet has just won a Red Dot award for the Xkelet orthosis, a lightweight custom-fitting alternative for plaster casts that is based on iPad 3D scans and 3D printed using SLS technology for an comfortable and hygienic fit. More

IKEA's new collection with Walter van Beirendonck includes fun figurines you can 3D print at home

Jul.7, 2016 - IKEA's most recent collaborative collection, GLÖDANDE, with Belgian fashion designer Walter van Beirendonck, not only pushes the boundaries of home accessories through the designer's incredible imagination, but also through the incorporation of DIY 3D printing technologies. More

First ever 3D printed talus implant helps Chinese patient walk freely again

Jul.7, 2016 - The Third Military Medical University of Southwest Hospital in China announced that its orthopedic sports medicine center has completed the world's first fully 3D printed custom talus implant surgery. The 3D printed implant connects the lower limb to the foot and has the biological function of helping patients to walk again. More

Siemens' modular based 3D prints can withstand super high-temperatures required for turbine production

Jul.7, 2016 - When it comes to super high temperatures and super alloys, 3D printing isn't always the first thing people think of. But a modular laser driven 3D printing method developed by Siemens and the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology is creating turbines with just those properties in mind. More

Students design 3D printed shoes with a message for world peace

Jul.6, 2016 - A team of students from the University of Buffalo are hoping to share the message of world peace through their innovative and inspirational 3D printed shoes. The modular shoes, which feature symbols of peace, were made using PolyJet 3D printing technologies. More

Eco Concrete uses Highcon paper 3D printing machine to help create incredible concrete bench

Jul.6, 2016 - Eco Concrete Ideas, an architectural concrete manufacturer, has used paper 3D printing technology from Israeli cutting and creasing specialist Highcon'to develop Morpheus, a two-meter concrete bench cast in a mold made from 4,000 layers of recycled paperboard. It will be exhibited at World Design Capital Taipei this summer. More

3D printable Fungarium and Astro Mini Farm win NASA ‘Star Trek Replicator Challenge’

Jul.6, 2016 - The results for the Star Trek and NASA Replicator Challenge are in, and the focus was on food as the 3D printable Melanized Fungarium fungus growth bed by Kyle Corrette and the Astro Mini Farm by Nagasai Sreyash Sola have won. More

Ohio 3D prints life-size bobble heads of Donald Trump to promote local AM industry

Jul.6, 2016 - The Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber in Ohio commissioned a life-size 3D printed bobblehead of Trump to be unveiled at the Republican National Convention in Cleveland later this month. It is also planning to present a 3D printed Clinton bobblehead at the Presidential Debates. The project is meant to promote the AM industry in the region. More

Take cover! Gambody releases articulated 3D printable model of MechWarrior Catapult

Jul.5, 2016 - Gambody, the 3D printable model marketplace for gamers, has released an articulated 3D printable model of the Catapult, a robot from the MechWarrior video game. Customers can download the STL files for the model for $29.99. More

Printtable: the large-format 3D printer made from two IKEA tables, yours for under $395

Jul.5, 2016 - Mechanic and 3D printing enthusiast Wayne Mason-Drust has hacked two IKEA Lack tables to make a custom-build, large-format 3D printer. Makers can build their own <$395 'Printtable', which consists of several 3D printed components, by following Mason-Drust's Instructables guide for the project. More

Juno, the first spacecraft to fly 3D printed titanium parts, successfully enters Jupiter's orbit

Jul.5, 2016 - Juno, the world's first spacecraft to fly 3D printed titanium parts, has just successfully entered Jupiter's orbit, where it spend the next year and a half gathering data on the biggest planet in our solar system. More

Build your own 3D printed wearable Raspberry Pi camera for under $100

Jul.5, 2016 - Wearable technology can be expensive. Adafruit is continuing the Maker spirit by releasing instructions on how to build your own 3D printed, Raspberry Pi powered wearable camera. More

Dubai patients to see 3D printed teeth, hearing aids and prosthetic limbs by 2021

Jul.5, 2016 - The DHA announced last month that it was developing a strategy for 3D printed medical services and now it seems that strategy could be put into action by as soon as the end of the year. That means medical patients in Dubai could soon be seeing 3D printed teeth, hearing aids, medical devices, casts, and prosthetic limbs as part of their treatments. More

Airwolf 3D unveils Talon X1 3D printed drone kit for schools

Jul.5, 2016 - Airwolf 3D, a Californian 3D printer manufacturer, has released the Talon X1 Educational Drone Kit, a 3D printing kit for students that comes with everything needed to build and fly a quadcopter. The company plans to release more 3D printing kits in the near future. More

Build your own 3D printed speakers with these Kiktronic hobby kits

Jul.4, 2016 - Kiktronic, a UK-based design studio, has created two 3D printable speaker kits: one for a Stereo speaker and one for a Cube speaker. Makers can use the kits to learn more about the design and construction of modern electronic devices. More

ARRK 3D prints a stunning scale model of energy efficient roof for Renzo Piano's SNFCC cultural complex in Athens

Jul.4, 2016 - UK-based product developer ARRK has just completed a stunning 3D printed scale model replica of the energy efficient Energy Canopy roof of the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Center, Greece's new cultural headquarters. More

Check out Laika's fully 3D printed character in samurai stop-motion adventure 'Kubo and the Two Strings'

Jul.4, 2016 - Stop-motion animation studio LAIKA is set to release their latest film 'Kubo and the Two Strings' this August. Known for their innovative technical processes such as 3D printing, Laika will debut its fully 3D printed character, Moonbeast, in the film. More

3D printer helps solve mind-bending 'ambiguous cylinders' optical illusion that was driving us crazy

Jul.4, 2016 - 3D printing specialists Make Anything have solved the Ambiguous Cylinder optical illusion with reverse engineered 3D printed parts, showing that the transforming shapes were in fact neither circles or squares, but a shape in between. More

Ten-year-old creates a gorgeous 120cm tall Eiffel Tower with a 3D printing pen

Jul.3, 2016 - At Innorobo 2016 in Paris, the ten-year-old Atbin from the Netherlands shared his amazing 3D printing skills with the world, showcasing gorgeous Eiffel Tower and Tower of Pisa models made with nothing more than a 3D printing pen. More

One-legged cat given a new lease on life thanks to 3D printing

Jul.2, 2016 - In another inspiring story about the impact additive manufacturing can have on an animal's life, an ill fated cat in Pingtung, Taiwan has been given a new lease on life thanks to the dedication of a team of veterinarians and 3D printing technologies. More

Make your own ultrasonic 3D print polisher with acetone and an air humidifier

Jul.2, 2016 - Michael Graham, 27, an engineer from Portland, Oregon, has designed an ultrasonic 3D print polisher, sharing the building process on Instructables. The Automated Ultrasonic Misting 3D Print Polisher PRO uses acetone vapor to apply a professional polish to ABS 3D printed parts. More

Inspiring 10-year-old girl wins PhD Fellowship to build 3D printed robot that will 'make streets of Paris happy again'

Jul.1, 2016 - In what could be the week's most touching viral story, a 10-year-old girl from Paris, France has been awarded a PhD Fellowship to make a 3D printed robot with the express purpose of cheering up the streets of paris. More

3D printed robotic gripper uses force feedback to avoid crushing fragile objects

Jul.1, 2016 - High school graduate Sam Baumgarten and senior Graham Hughes have used 3D printing to build an Arduino-powered robotic gripper. A glove fitted with flex sensors is used to control the device, which uses three large servos to control its 3D printed fingers. More

3D printed silk 'micro-rockets' could swim drugs into your body

Jul.1, 2016 - Engineers at the University of Sheffield in England have developed an inkjet 3D printing method for printing silk 'micro-rockets', microscopic swimming devices which can be used in biological environments. The devices could be used for drug delivery or locating cancer cells. More

Shedd Aquarium 3D prints prosthetic foot for Hiss Majesty the Caiman lizard

Jul.1, 2016 - A team from Chicago's famous Shedd Aquarium has been working on developing a 3D printed prosthetic foot for Hiss Majesty, a 16-year-old Caiman lizard who last year lost his foot and ankle to a tumor. The process is a first for the world famous aquarium. More

UPenn researchers develop $2 Zika virus test with 3D printed component

Jul.1, 2016 - A team of researchers from the University of Pennsylvania have developed an easy-to-use, rapid, portable, and very low-cost genetic testing device for the Zika virus with the help of 3D printing. The testing device could be a game-changer in combatting the Zika virus pandemic. More

How 3D printing can be used to manufacture durable concrete business cards

Jul.1, 2016 - 3D Printing has a good number of applications due to its open nature. An Instructables user proves this again by creating and stress testing a concrete business card made with a 3D printed frame and mould. More

Shirley Anderson, 68, receives a whole new 3D printed jaw after long battle with tongue cancer

Jun.30, 2016 - Researchers at Indiana University have used 3D printing to create a complex facial prosthesis for cancer survivor Shirley Anderson, who lost his tongue, jaw, and Adam's apple after years of surgeries and radiation therapy. The researchers have called their process the 'IU Shirley Technique'. More

Björk performs first ever VR live stream show wearing 3D printed mask by Neri Oxman

Jun.30, 2016 - Björk has ventured into the realm of VR, having performed the first ever VR live-streamed show. The performance, which opened the artist's 'Bj'rk Digital' event series was not only notable for its VR aspect, however, as it also featured an especially striking piece of 3D printed fashion, a mask designed by Neri Oxman. More

Open Building Institute is revolutionizing sustainable home building through open-source technologies

Jun.30, 2016 - An ambitious project founded by Open Source Ecology (OSE) and the Open Building Institute (OBI) is seeking to expand the benefits of open source information into the realm of sustainable housing and construction. The project, called the Eco-Building Toolkit is currently being featured through a Kickstarter campaign. More

Ulitmaker 3D printers used for Eventuri’s Audi B8 RS5 intake system, director reveals

Jun.30, 2016 - As Eventuri director Bilal Mahmood revealed at Additive Manufacturing Europe 2016, they used Ultimaker 3D printers to prototype a new highly efficient intake system for the Audi B8 RS5 engine in just three days. More

Pleurobot: a 3D printed robot salamander that can walk, crawl and even swim underwater

Jun.29, 2016 - Researchers at the 'cole Polytechnique F'd'rale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland have developed a robot which accurately mimics the gait and movement of a salamander. 'Pleurobot' consists of 3D printed bones and motorized joints, and could be used in the development of medical devices. More

See this stunning 3D printed zoetrope come to life with light

Jun.29, 2016 - Japanese media artist Akinori Goto has created a modern day zoetrope called toki using 3D design and 3D printing technologies. The impressive device, which was recently showcased at the Spiral Independent Creators Festival, displays ghostlike human figures walking or dancing when light is shone through it from the side. More

3D printing helps PEO Soldier reduce 120 lb marching load of US Army Infantry

Jun.29, 2016 - PEO Soldier's 'Warrior Integration Site,' a laboratory where personnel are developing ways to reduce the weight carried by US Army Infantry, is using 3D printing to prototype new equipment. Lightweight body armor, new fabrics, and other items will each contribute to the weight reduction. More

Bring your kid's favorite digital characters into reality with 3D printing

Jun.29, 2016 - In an effort to combine physical and digital playtimes for the young Generation Z in a productive way, a joint Belgian research team from KU Leuven, iMinds, and the Vrije Universiteit Brussel (VUB) has been studying how children interact with both online and 3D printed physical toys. More

Top 15 3D printed GoPro accessories

Jun.29, 2016 - GoPro cameras were designed and built for capturing moments of extreme action. To make the already versatile camera even more adaptable to a number of different activities, we have compiled a list of our favorite 3D printed GoPro accessories to inspire your adventurous side. More

Check out these awesome open-source 3D printable robot projects from Wevolver

Jun.28, 2016 - Wevolver, the online platform for sharing and collaborating on open hardware projects, has featured some really cool 3D printable projects in the past. Recently, the webplatform has released a number of new 3D printed robotics projects that are sure to get makers' gears going. More

3D printed Diet Eyeglasses by Passau researchers monitor chewing to help you lose weight

Jun.28, 2016 - Researchers from the University of Passau in Germany have just unveiled a pair of 3D printed Diet Eyeglasses, which use sensors to detect facial muscle movement while eating different foods and carefully track exactly how many calories you're consuming. More

Cascadia Candles combine age-old beeswax with 3D printing and LiDAR data of Northwest mountains

Jun.28, 2016 - Portland Bee Balm has just launched a Kickstarter campaign for Cascadia Candles, a fantastic set of beeswax candles made by combining 3D printing with LiDAR data of real mountains in the Northwest. More

World's smallest 3D printed lens revealed: surveillance cameras will soon be as small as a grain of salt

Jun.27, 2016 - Scientists have used 3D printing to create the world's tiniest lens, which is just twice the width of a human hair. Its makers claim the lens could lead to cameras the size of a grain of salt, revolutionising health imaging, clandestine surveillance, robotics and drone technology. More

TU Eindhoven students unveil stylish 2m tall 3D printed concrete pavilion

Jun.27, 2016 - Dutch students from the Eindhoven University of Technology have just unveiled a remarkable 2m tall 3D printed concrete pavilion, which showcases the construction potential of the university's own concrete 3D printer. More

Aussie woman receives 3D printed silicon ear prosthetic 55 years after losing original

Jun.27, 2016 - Australian woman Colleen Murray has just become the first person in Australia to receive a 3D printed ear prosthetic, which looks highly realistic because it was based on a scan of her remaining ear. More

French homeware company Miliboo launches collection of custom 3D printed planters

Jun.27, 2016 - French homeware and furniture company Miliboo has ventured into the technological realm of 3D printing with their latest collection of home decorations. The limited edition collection of interior decorations, a set of 5 customizable planters, will not only be 3D printed, but will also be made with the input of the consumer. More

Start signing your autograph with this 3D printed titanium pen

Jun.27, 2016 - Design studio Pagnotta has just launched its innovative P22 pen through a Kickstarter campaign. The pen, which was designed with minimalism and ergonomics in mind, was made from titanium using EBM 3D printing technologies and ranges in price from $170 to $220. More

12-year-old starts 3D printing business with GoFundMe campaign

Jun.27, 2016 - Rowan Pritchard, a 12-year-old tech enthusiast from Petaluma, California, has launched a GoFundMe campaign for a new made-to-order 3D printing business. The young entrepreneur is looking to raise $3,000 for a 3D printer, monitor, scanner, and recycler. More

Using 3D printed guns in Singapore punishable by death, LGBT controversy reveals

Jun.27, 2016 - As a social media controversy surrounding an LGBT rally in Singapore revealed, ownership of 3D printed guns is strictly forbidden in Singapore and using one can be punishable by death. More

Locknesters unveils new and improved 3D printed puzzle toys

Jun.26, 2016 - Locknesters has released the first of its new series of toys, a 3D printed and expertly finished standing bear toy, that can be assembled and disassembled like a puzzle. The 3D printed puzzle bear would be a great addition to your child's toy collection, or an equally great addition to your office desktop. More

Maker builds DIY 3D printed automatic hacksaw that can cut steel

Jun.26, 2016 - Veteran maker and blogger Bruno M. of Engineerd3d has just shared his fantastic DIY automatic hacksaw with the world, which consists of a store-bought hacksaw and numerous 3D printed components, and is strong enough to cleanly cut through steel. More

3D printed gear puzzle turns clockwise and counter-clockwise simultaneously

Jun.26, 2016 - Dutch puzzle maker Oskar van Deventer has just completed a remarkable puzzle of 3D printed gears, which defy all engineering logic by turning clockwise and counter-clockwise simultaneously. More

3D printed WiFi solution for refugees, MeshPoint, wins best humanitarian tech award

Jun.25, 2016 - A Croatian startup, which just months ago made headlines for MeshPoint, their innovative 3D printed WiFi solution for refugees, has just been named best startup project in the category of Best Humanitarian Tech of the Year at The Europas. More

3D print your own custom orthotics, your feet will thank you

Jun.25, 2016 - Instructables user Matter921 and his friend Nate have created an easy to follow 3D printed custom orthotics tutorial that could have your feet (and your wallet) humming in no time. More

3D printed Inupathy harness can visualize your dog's emotions

Jun.25, 2016 - Inupathy, a 3D printed dog harness equipped with a heart-rate sensor and LED lights, can give pet owners a deeper insight into how their dogs are feeling. The smart harness is currently seeking funding through an Indiegogo crowdfunding campaign. More

3D printed Flirtey drone completes first medical supply delivery from ship to shore in New Jersey

Jun.24, 2016 - Australian startup Flirtey has used their 3D printed drone to complete a ship-to-shore medical delivery test off the coast of New Jersey, and hope to deliver crucial supplies to areas struck by natural disasters in the near future. More

NASA awards Firmamentum $750K to develop 3D printer plastic recycler hybrid for ISS

Jun.24, 2016 - NASA has awarded Firmamentum, a division of private aerospace company Tethers Unlimited, $750,000 in funding to develop and build a 2-in-one 3D printer and plastic recycler for the ISS. The machine, called the Refabricator, could be a breakthrough for not only in-space manufacturing but also terrestrial 3D printing.' More

Sailor-designed, 3D printed 'Tru Clip' printed in space on ISS Additive Manufacturing Facility

Jun.24, 2016 - In a landmark event, the 'Tru Clip,' a 3D printed radio clasp designed by sailors aboard the USS Harry S. Truman, has been printed on the International Space Station's Additive Manufacturing Facility. Transferring the 3D printable file from from Earth to space took around two minutes. More

Create Prosthetics develops medical-grade 3D printed prosthetic arm for a Haitian mother

Jun.23, 2016 - Lake Placid, NY based Create Prosthetics, known primarily for its innovative and customizable 3D printed prosthetic covers, has created what they are calling the first ever medical-grade 3D printed arm prosthetic, which they made for a young Haitian mother who lost her arm in the 2010 earthquake. More

LIDAR data turned into fantastic 3D printed 3D map of central London

Jun.23, 2016 - San Francisco-based programmer Andrew Godwin has 3D printed a gorgeous 48-tile 3D map of central London, using free LIDAR surveying data to realize his highly detailed model. More

Erasmus Medical Center Rotterdam tests 3D printed ear models as educational tools

Jun.23, 2016 - Surgeons and students from the Erasmus Medical Center in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, have begun testing 3D printed ear models as educational tools, which could greatly reduce the dependency on human cadavers. More

Tend.ai trains your robot to operate dozens of 3D printers, read screens, remove 3D prints & replace filament rolls

Jun.23, 2016 - Oregon-based startup Tend.ai has just completed the world's first fully automated 3D printing farm, which is operated by a robot that reads screens, removes and boxes prints and replaces filament rolls. More

Bristol scientists develop new stem cell bio-ink for 3D printed cartilage and bone implants

Jun.23, 2016 - A team of researchers from the University of Bristol have developed a potent new 3D printable bio-ink that could be perfect for sustaining stem cell growth for cartilage and bone implants. More

Former NASA engineer uses 3D printing to create 'world's largest' Nerf gun (and missile)

Jun.23, 2016 - Former NASA engineer Mark Rober and Eclectical Engineering hosts Ryan and David have built what could be the world's largest Nerf gun. The giant foam missile launcher, which packs a 3,000-psi paintball tank, has a 3D printed handle and can fire 3D printed projectiles. More

Titanic reborn as amazing 4m long, 2000 part 3D printed 1-72nd scale model

Jun.23, 2016 - Model ship maker Bernie from BernCo Models has breathed new life into the Titanic, and is working hard to complete a gargantuan 4 meter long, 2000 part 3D printed 1-72nd scale model of that tragic ship. More

Russian researchers develop new method for 3D printing biodegradable bones

Jun.23, 2016 - A team of Russian researchers from the Siberian Federal University in Krasnoyarsk have developed a new and reportedly unique method of manufacturing bones, which includes 3D printing technologies, biodegradable materials, and computed tomography. More

VT engineer 3D prints robotic exoskeleton glove to help cerebral palsy diagnosis in children

Jun.23, 2016 - Research being developed by a Virginia Tech robotics team and at Nationwide Children's Hospital in Ohio aims to assist in early detection of cerebral palsy. A 3D printed glover is a big part of the strategy to bring it all together. More

3D printing comes to Guadalajara in new UP campus 3D printing center open to all students

Jun.22, 2016 - 3D printing has come to Guadalajara, Mexico, where Universidad Panamericana's Guadalajara campus is now home to the CRAI 3D printing center that is open to all students and faculty members. More

Endurance transforms SelfieBot into fantastic 3D printed BB-8 droid with movable head

Jun.22, 2016 - Endurance's George Fomichev has just transformed his educational DIY SelfieBot into a fantastic 3D printed BB-8 droid with movable head that can hold your smartphone and double as a selfie-machine. More

3D print your very own RS-LM 2014 Audi R18 E-Tron Quattro RC racecar

Jun.22, 2016 - F1 enthusiast and talented maker Brett Turnage recently unveiled his latest Formula One RC car, which is dedicated to the late Muhammad Ali. Like his previous models Turnage's latest 3D printed RC model, the RS-LM 2014 Audi R18 E-Tron Quattro, dubbed 'The Ali' for short, is available through Thingiverse. More

3D printing helps surgeons save a baby born with his brain outside his skull

Jun.21, 2016 - Surgeons at Boston Children's Hospital have used 3D printing to assist complex brain surgery on an infant suffering from severe encephalocele. 3D printed models of the deformed skull, through which parts of the patient's brain were growing, were used during surgical planning. More

Maher Soft 3D prints 1.3m model of transport vehicle to be used in client’s sales pitch

Jun.21, 2016 - Maher Soft, a 3D printer manufacturer based in Mumbai, India, has used its Indie Desktop 3D Printer to create a 1.3m scale model of a 115m heavy transport vehicle. The 3D printed model was commissioned by a leading transport services company, which will use the miniature in client presentations. More

SUTD Singapore's open house featured an amazing 3D printed fibrous pavilion

Jun.21, 2016 - The Singapore University of Technology and Design has gone above and beyond for their open house presentation, as a team of professors and students created a massive 3D printed architectural mesh structure to greet (and undoubtedly impress) the prospective students. More

South Korean man successfully implanted with the country's first 3D printed heel bone

Jun.21, 2016 - For the first time in the country's history, a team of South Korean doctors have successfully implanted a 3D printed heel bone into a patient's foot, who was suffering from a severe tumor. The innovative surgery is one of over a hundred successful surgeries involving 3D printed implants in Korea this year. More

3Dism: 3D Printing a New Visual Art Style with three dimensional plaquettes

Jun.21, 2016 - Bulgarian start-up Easy 3D introduce a new style of contemporary art object - through the use of 3D printed plaquettes in a process called 3Dism. More

12-year old builds working 3D Printer out of over-the-shelf LEGO parts and a 3D Printing Pen

Jun.21, 2016 - There's no doubt that the future lies with the youth of the world. The present, however, seems to be jam packed with the younger generation trying their hand at innovating and a 3D printer made by a 12-year old with nothing but LEGO, motors, some string and a 3D pen is a good example of how. More

Mirada Pro and Reynolds Technology collaborate on 999g 3D printed titanium bike frame

Jun.20, 2016 - Three British designers have teamed up to build a sub-1kg titanium 3D printed bike frame. 3D printing company Mirada Pro, bicycle tubing specialist Reynolds, and framebuilder Ted James all contributed their expertise to the frame, whose weight was reduced using topology optimization software. More

Stratasys begins making custom 3D printed 'Effect Skins' for Daihatsu's Copen roadster

Jun.20, 2016 - 3D printing giant Stratasys has joined forces with Japanese car manufacturer Daihatsu to launch a range of patterned, 3D printed 'Effect Skins' which customers can tailor to their own specifications. The skins can be ordered for front and rear bumpers and fenders of the Daihatsu Copen. More

Fictiv platform to localize and speed up 3D printing, CNC machining development cycles

Jun.20, 2016 - San Francisco based startup Fictiv has launched a new hardware development platform aimed at helping businesses to locally outsource their prototyping. The innovative system does not just offer businesses an efficient way of manufacturing their prototypes, as it also offers local manufacturing shops a way of increasing their overall productivity. More

MIT's 3D printed Cillia hair to have applications in sensing, adhesion, and actuation

Jun.20, 2016 - A team of MIT researchers have developed Cillia, a software platform that allows users to easily design and 3D print hair-like structures. The technology could open many doors in the fields of material sensing, adhesion, and actuation. More

Masterwork Tools' amazing collection of 3D printable open source tabletop gaming scenery

Jun.19, 2016 - Masterwork Tools has launched a Patreon campaign to help realize more amazing 3D printable tabletop gaming scenery and tiles, and already have a huge collection of open source options available. More

When 3D printing meets traditional Chinese ink painting

Jun.19, 2016 - A Chinese art student from the China Central Academy of Fine Arts has gained considerable attention for her graduation project, which elegantly and artistically combines traditional Chinese ink painting with contemporary 3D printing technologies. More

Verus Art uses 3D scanning and 3D printing to recreate tactile works of classic art

Jun.19, 2016 - A collaborative partnership between design, 3D printing and scanning companies worlwide has culminated in an exciting new art project, looking to recreate original masterpieces for art educational benefits and beyond. More

Top 10 free 3D printable Father's Day gifts

Jun.19, 2016 - Need some inspiration for your father's day gift this year? Check out our list of 3D printable designs that your dad is sure to love. More

Say goodbye to maps with EasyJet’s new GPS smart shoes made with 3D printing

Jun.18, 2016 - Budget airline EasyJet is replacing maps with the remarkable Sneakairs smart shoes. The shoes use GPS sensors and vibration motors, all encased in durable 3D printed housings, to guide tourists around on city trips. More

Researchers create 3D printed robotic muscles using electroactive polymer

Jun.18, 2016 - In a National Science Foundation-backed project, researchers from the University of Nevada, Las Vegas are pioneering a technique for creating 3D printed soft robotics. It is hoped that the technology could someday be used to create realistic robotic muscles. More

3D printing used in Portuguese counterfeit money scheme

Jun.17, 2016 - In Portugal, three criminals were apprehended by police for their part in a counterfeit money scheme, in which they used 3D printed molds to make highly accurate fake bank notes. More

Americans under threat from 3D printed drone armies, says US presidential candidate

Jun.17, 2016 - In an interview with British newspaper the Daily Mirror, US presidential candidate Zoltan Istvan has warned that weaponized 3D printed drones could be used by terrorists. Istvan, leader of the Transhumanist Party, entered the presidential race to raise awareness about transhumanist politics. More

New custom-fitting 3D printed CPAP masks by Inspirate Medical can help fight sleep apnea

Jun.17, 2016 - Singapore startup Inspirate Medical has developed an algorithm to make custom-fitting 3D printed CPAP masks that rely on 3D face scanning technology to effectively fight sleep apnea. More

Scientists double performance of 3D printed graphene aerogel supercapacitors

Jun.17, 2016 - Researchers from Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) and UC Santa Cruz (UCSC) have devised a method for doubling the performance of 3D printed graphene-based supercapacitors. The method involves sandwiching lithium ion and perchlorate ion between layers of graphene in aerogel electrodes. More

3D printable Neil Armstrong gloves nearly completed, Smithsonian reveals

Jun.17, 2016 - The Smithsonian Institution's conservator Lisa Young just revealed that the digitization process for the spacesuit worn by Neil Armstrong during the moon landing is well underway, and that the 3D printable glove files will be shared with their Kickstarter backers soon. More

Colombian student creates 'country's first 3D printed commercial garment'

Jun.17, 2016 - Veronica Betancur Fernández, a graduate student of Fashion Design at University Pontificia Bolivariana in Medellin, Colombia, completed the production of a 3D printed garment as the final project of her degree. Veronica was 'the first in Colombia to print a commercial garment' using a 3D printer. More

3D printed braces: the future of scoliosis treatment

Jun.17, 2016 - A surgeon specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation at WASPMedical, Lelio Leoncini has been working on a particularly innovative scoliosis treatment for the the past couple years. Since 2014, Leoncini has been working on perfecting custom 3D printed corsets for scoliosis patients. More

3D printed tampon accessory by NextGen Jane enables self-testing for STDs

Jun.17, 2016 - Harvard-backed startup NextGen Jane has developed a 3D printed tampon accessory that lets women avoid needles altogether and test themselves for STDs and other reproductive illnesses by using menstrual blood. More

First student-designed tool 3D printed aboard Space Station

Jun.16, 2016 - R.J. Hillan, the winner of the first ever Future Engineers challenge, recently got to catch up with the astronauts who 3D printed his winning tool in space aboard the ISS. More

Along came Olli: Local Motors debuts autonomous 3D printed vehicle powered by IBM Watson

Jun.16, 2016 - Local Motors has debuted Olli, its 3D printed autonomous shuttle bus. The vehicle, which has just hit the roads of Washington DC, is the first to use IBM Watson's Internet of Things (IoT) for Automotive, a car-focused cognitive learning platform. More

CyBe's 3D printed concrete formworks pave the way for 3D printed viaducts

Jun.16, 2016 - Dutch concrete pioneers CyBe Construction have teamed up with Heijmans to 3D print two concrete formworks during a successful test, showcasing the incredible potential of CyBe's special mortar filament and paving the way for civil engineering projects. More

3D printed polymer turns methane to methanol, LLNL researchers discover

Jun.16, 2016 - Scientists at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have used 3D printing to create a polymer reactor which can continuously produce methanol from methane at room temperature and pressure. The reactor could serve as a more effective means of converting methane into usable energy. More

Airbus tests structure, aerodynamics, and AI for future aircraft with 3D printed THOR plane

Jun.16, 2016 - Airbus will be using their innovative 3D printed mini aircraft, THOR, as a testbed for new airplane technologies and low risk experiments. According to the company, they will use THOR to efficiently test different 3D printed structural parts, advanced aerodynamics, and even artificial intelligence. More

Enter to win limited edition Adidas 3D printed sneakers made from recycled ocean waste

Jun.16, 2016 - Sportswear giant adidas and plastic waste pioneers Parley for the Oceans have set up a World Oceans Day competition, through which participants can win one of 50 pairs of 3D printed sneakers made from recycled ocean waste. More

Fashion student Dávid Ring's fully 3D printed luxury sunglasses take the catwalk by storm

Jun.16, 2016 - Dávid Ring, a third-year fashion student at the Royal Academy of Fine Arts Antwerp, has designed a stunning collection of fully 3D printed sunglasses. The collection, which was made in collaboration with Materialise, was presented on the runway just last week. More

Hair loss patient with 3D printed scalp and hair prosthetic unveiled at Alopecia Conference

Jun.15, 2016 - Cesare Ragazzi Laboratories, an innovative hair loss lab in Bologna, Italy, has developed a novel approach to treating hair loss, through the creation of custom made 3D printed scalp and hair prosthetics. A patient fitted with one of their prosthetics was recently presented at the International Alopecia Conference. More

In a world’s first, doctors successfully resect 5 vertebrae with a 19cm 3D printed spinal implant

Jun.15, 2016 - During a groundbreaking spinal tumor surgery at the Peking University Third Hospital in Beijing, one chordoma patient became the first to have five vertebrae removed and completely replaced with 3D printed implants. More

Marty the 3D printed open-source robot for STEM education launches on Indiegogo

Jun.15, 2016 - A new Indiegogo campaign promoting Marty The Robot, a fully-programmable robot that can be customized with 3D printed features, hopes to encourage STEM education and robotics learning amongst younger generations. The campaign is seeking a goal of £50,000. More

Gonzaga University students develop affordable 3D printed Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) for children

Jun.14, 2016 - A team of students from Gonzaga University has used 3D printing to develop an Ankle Foot Orthosis (AFO) which can be produced in just two days. Normal production time for AFOs, which are used to treat foot and ankle disorders in children, is around four weeks. More

Exquisite 400 m2 villa 3D printed on-site in Beijing in just 45 days

Jun.14, 2016 - Chinese concrete 3D printing specialists Beijing HuaShang Tengda have just completed an exquisite 400 m2 villa in Beijing in just 45 days, and have 3D printed the entire structure on-site. More

Montague Bikes provides optimal storing convenience with 3D printed foldable bike system

Jun.14, 2016 - Folding bike specialists Montague Bikes have used Shapeways 3D printing services to develop a new DirectConnect folding system that is super convenient in use and makes bikes easy to store. More

Chinese doctors complete the first-ever high-sacral en bloc resection involving 3D printed sacrum implant

Jun.14, 2016 - Chinese doctors from the Beijing QingHua ChangGeng Hospital have successfully removed a sacrum tumor from a father of two by completing the world's first high-sacral en bloc resection that involves a 3D printed sacrum implant. More

These 3D printable anthro SciFi characters are sure to up your tabletop game

Jun.14, 2016 - The world of table based RPGs have been limited to a few company choices and limited character modification. A Kickstarter campaign is creating an ecosystem for fully customizable 3D printable RPG character sets. More

Lead England to Euro 2016 glory with these 3D printed table football figurines

Jun.13, 2016 - To celebrate the kickoff of Euro 2016, the international football (soccer) tournament of Europe, British 3D printing company CEL has designed a set of 3D printable table football figurines depicting England superstars Wayne Rooney, Jamie Vardy, Jack Wilshere, and Daniel Sturridge. More

3D printed models and wind-tunnel technology optimize stadium designs for 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar

Jun.13, 2016 - A team of scientists from Qatar University's College of Engineering have been weather testing 3D printed models of stadiums to optimize their design, both for comfort and for cost. The stadium models being tested will be built for the 2022 FIFA World Cup in Qatar. More

Fire & Bone unveils 8 new species with their latest 3D printed animal skull jewelry line

Jun.13, 2016 - Fire & Bone, which our readers may remember from their previous collections of stunning 3D printed animal skull replica jewelry, have just launched a Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign for their upcoming fourth collection, which features eight new animal skull models as well as a new way to display the skeletal pieces. More

Bitcoin inspired 3D printed smart tags can authenticate your designer sneakers

Jun.13, 2016 - Brooklyn-based sneaker company Greats has started using 3D printed smart tags that can track their designer sneakers back to the factory, effectively proving their authenticity. The technology, developed by Chronicled and 3D printing company Origin was inspired by Bitcoin blockchain processes. More

3D printed FarmBot Genesis lets you cultivate crops in your garden from your smartphone

Jun.13, 2016 - Entrepreneur Rory Aronson has developed the world's first open-source CNC farming machine. The FarmBot Genesis, available to pre-order as a kit from July, is made from 3D printable plastic components, and can be used to remotely plant, water, and monitor the garden. More

Fractal based 3D printed jacket brings the feeling of goosebumps to life

Jun.12, 2016 - Goosebumps have been associated with good health, so concept designer Kristin Neidlinger took it upon her self to 3D print a jacket that demonstrates the sensation in more ways than one. More

UIUC students win nationwide 3D printed excavator cab competition

Jun.12, 2016 - A team of students from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign will have its design for a 3D printed excavator cab turned into a reality after winning a nationwide contest. The cab will form part of a fully operational 3D printed excavator that will be showcased at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017. More

Introducing Root, a 3D printed robot that will teach kids coding

Jun.12, 2016 - In an effort to promote coding and programming education within schools and to begin to teach students the basics of computer programming from a young age, a team from the Wyss Institute' for Biologically Inspired Learning at Harvard University have developed Root, a small 3D printed robot designed for the classroom. More

Duke’s Morphosource database lets you browse and 3D print accurate ancient fossils

Jun.11, 2016 - A team of Evolutionary Anthropologists from Duke University in North Carolina have established an online collection of scanned fossils - all available to 3D print at home. More

Dtto: a modular 3D printed robot that can build itself

Jun.11, 2016 - A Hackaday user named Alberto has built a modular 3D printed robot called Dtto, which he has entered into the 2016 Hackaday Prize competition. The snake-like robot is able to autonomously identify and connect to its own modules, which snap together with magnets. More

Watch these tiny 3D printed quadruped robots pronk their way over rough terrain

Jun.10, 2016 - Researchers from the University of Maryland have used 3D printing to develop tiny quadruped robots capable of navigating rough terrain. The 3D printed robots, weighing under 2 g and measuring just 20 mm long, can move with different gaits, including trotting, waddling, bounding, and pronking. More

Flirtey to use 3D printed drone in historic first ship-to-shore delivery

Jun.10, 2016 - Flirtey, the Nevada-based independent delivery service using 3D printed drones to deliver packages, has announced its first ship-to-shore US delivery. On June 23, Flirtey will fly drones carrying medical equipment to an onshore medical relief camp from a vessel off the coast of Cape May, New Jersey. More

SkinResQU researchers is pursuing the commercial realisation of 3D printed skin tissue

Jun.10, 2016 - An interdisciplinary project between academida and industry in Sweden is working hard to realise the potential of 3D bio-printing skin for the use of testing and transplant. More

The 3D printed 'O2Vent' is coming to the U.S. to eliminate snoring & sleep apnea

Jun.10, 2016 - Australian medical device company Oventus Medical will this month bring O2Vent, its 3D printed device for snoring and sleep apnea, to U.S. shores. The titanium jaw advancement will be showcased at the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine's 25th Annual Meeting and at Sleep 2016, both in Denver. More

3D printed add-ons can turn your iPhone into a low cost eye exam kit

Jun.10, 2016 - New Zealand based eye care specialists, oDocs, have dedicated themselves to the treatment and prevention of blindness, specifically in parts of the world without access to state-of-the-art medical facilities. Now, the group's first 2 products have been released onto the market: the visoClip and the visoScope. More

3D printed Braindrain dress by Maartje Dijkstra draws inspiration from 1850s fashion

Jun.10, 2016 - Dutch fashion designer Maartje Dijkstra has combined traditional dress with high tech gadgets in her 3D printed Braindrain dress, which is packed with motors, LEDs and 3D printed accessories, and yet draws inspiration from 1850s fashion. More

Aston University's 3D printed MESO-BRAIN initiative receives $3.7M in EC funding

Jun.10, 2016 - The MESO-BRAIN Initiative from researchers of UK-based Aston University, which seeks to 3D print nanoscale models of human neural networks to further our understanding of the brain, has just received $3.7 million in funding from the European Commission. More

High schooler creates 3D printed prosthesis to help fellow students play music

Jun.10, 2016 - Thanks to a new 3D printer at a local high school and the work of a dedicated high school student, Nicholas Brown, two middle schoolers with disabilities can now participate in music class with a 3D printed prosthesis specially designed for playing instruments. More

Lenovo shows off 3D printed Intel-powered smart running shoes that double as game controllers

Jun.10, 2016 - At Lenovo's Tech World 2016 in Silicon Valley, the Chinese laptop specialists shared a sneak peek of their 3D printed smart shoes that are packed with movement tracking sensors and can double as mobile game controllers. More

Watch Dogs 2 is packing 3D printed guns

Jun.9, 2016 - Watch Dogs 2, Ubisoft's forthcoming sequel to the Watch Dogs video game, will feature in-game 3D printed weapons. An official video preview of the third-person shooter shows a virtual handgun mid-print alongside other technical gadgets. More

You'll soon be able to 3D print your own Deus Ex inspired prosthetics

Jun.9, 2016 - Eidos Montreal and Square Enix, the developers of video game franchise Deus Ex have unveiled an exciting new partnership with OpenBionics through which they will be creating a functional and stylish prosthetic arm inspired by the game's protagonist, Adam Jensen. More

A fingerprint algorithm and 3D printed models could help us better predict the nature of storms

Jun.9, 2016 - Researchers from the University of Delaware have been using a fingerprint algorithm and 3D printing technologies to study and analyze ripple bedforms on the continental shelf. The ripple bedforms, caused by waves and currents, could help scientists to better understand the outcome of storms the likes of Hurricane Sandy. More

Making the world's smallest ultra-strength 3D printed lattice structure

Jun.9, 2016 - A team of scientists from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology in Germany have created the world's smallest man-made lattice structure with the help of 3D printing technologies. The structure, which possesses single struts shorter than 1 µm and diameters as tiny as 200 nm, marks a significant step forwards in the field of metamaterials. More

Comedy series Gran'pa Knows Best starring 3D printed figurines coming to HBO

Jun.9, 2016 - The hilarious comedy series Gran'pa Knows Best, starting 3D printed figurines based on the 87-year-old Puerto Rican-American grandfather Victor Muriel giving advice to viewers, is coming to HBO Latino and other HBO platforms next week. More

This awesome articulated cube was 3D printed in a single piece

Jun.9, 2016 - Kurt Plagge has designed a series of seriously stunning and modular 3D printed cubes that can be fully articulated with moving and expanding parts. And, whether you believe it or not, each cube was printed as is, with no post-assembly, and no glue or screws. More

Introducing Mercury: world's first universal camera made with 3D printing

Jun.8, 2016 - Mercury, the world's first universal camera, has just launched on Kickstarter. The extremely versatie camera, which has been made with the help of 3D printing, is capable of adapting a number of lenses, and camera backs from virtually any manufacturer. More

This 3D printed phone case lets an iPhone run Android

Jun.8, 2016 - Hacker Nick Lee from the Brooklyn-based Tendigi studio has successfully hacked an iPhone to run Android through a special 3D printed smartphone case that holds an Android running board. More

Crowdsourced 3D printing project Rekrei reclaims ISIS-destroyed artifacts forever

Jun.8, 2016 - Based on the traditional concept of "Photogrammery" (otherwise understood as digital image-stitching), Rekrei reclaim the ISIS-destroyed artifacts of Eastern heritage thorugh a stunning 3D model and printing project. More

Meet Thor - World's first 3D printed plane unveiled by Airbus

Jun.7, 2016 - The ILA Berlin Air Show 2016 which took place last week has been generating a lot of buzz and excitement, most notably for Airbus' innovative mini-plane Thor, an almost entirely 3D printed unmanned aircraft. More

Redditor SexyCyborg is back with a 3D printed Nano Drone wrist mount

Jun.7, 2016 - Chinese maker and Redditor SexyCyborg is back for more with a 3D printed wearable wrist mount for two Nano Drones and a controller belt buckle, for easy and cool transportation of your mini-drones. More

O'Qualia unveils Captor UAS, a fully 3D printed commercial aerial imaging drone

Jun.7, 2016 - Singapore-based startup O'Qualia has brought all the advantages of 3D printing to high quality UAV aerial imaging with the Captor drone, which features a lightweight 3D printed body that can carry large payloads and can be easily altered or repaired with 3D printed spare parts. More

Fashion student designs collection of bespoke 3D printed lingerie

Jun.7, 2016 - Jess Haughton, a fashion student from Nottingham Trent University in the United Kingdom, has designed a line of 3D printed lingerie which not only looks elegant, but can guarantee a perfect fit. More

You'll never have to call in sick again with this $59K 3D printed body double

Jun.7, 2016 - Australian Groupon has teamed up with Keech 3D, an East Bendigo, Australia-based advanced 3D printing company, to offer its buyers a 3D printed, eerily realistic looking, full-size body double meant to stand in for you at work when you're feeling a bit man flu-ish. More

Honor Game of Thrones' Hodor with this awesome 3D printed doorstop

Jun.6, 2016 - For those of us who are still reeling from the aftershock of what was surely one of Game of Thrones' most tragic and revelatory deaths, one dedicated fan has created a both cathartic and tongue in cheek memento that will help us to remember and memorialize the heroic, and simple-minded Hodor. More

3D printed 'Sound Cells' take the music of the Sydney Opera House outdoors

Jun.6, 2016 - Artist Joe Crossley has designed a trio of 3D printed 'Sound Cells' for Vivid Sydney 2016, a 23-day festival of 'light, music, and ideas'. The 3D printed structures, which will broadcast music from inside the Sydney Opera House onto the venue forecourt, were made from recycled water bottles. More

Scientists develop 3D printing program to teach materials science in high schools

Jun.6, 2016 - A versatile technology, 3D printing has not only set the gears in motion for a manufacturing revolution but has also been a big help in promoting STEM education amongst younger generations. In Spain, a team of scientists from the ICMAB have developed an educational course that employs 3D printing to help teach material science to high schoolers. More

London surgeon uses 3D printed bone models for surgical planning

Jun.6, 2016 - The North London-based private surgeon Boyd Goldie has adopted 3D printing to make surgical models, as he sees significant cost saving, surgical preparation, and patient education opportunities. More

Tokyo elementary school begins 3D printing course

Jun.6, 2016 - The Suginami Elementary School in Tokyo will be sending two classes of sixth-year students to the Qremo IT x Creative Classroom 3D printing course, where they will learn the basics of 3D printing. More

Send keyboard-free messages with the 3D printed SlackAlert button by Viget

Jun.6, 2016 - Viget has just shared the designs for their SlackAlert, a fantastic 3D printed button that sends predetermined messages to Slack conversations that you can't be bothered to type out completely. More

Magma Global and Victrex 3D print 10,000 foot long PEEK subsea m-pipe for oil and gas production

Jun.6, 2016 - Oil and gas systems developer Magma Global has teamed up with material specialists Victrex to 3D print a flexible and 10,000 feet long PEEK subsea pipe, which will be used to greatly increase the production efficiency of oil and gas systems. More

Branch Technology to 3D print WATG's freeform Curve Appeal home in 2017

Jun.6, 2016 - Branch Technology has just revealed that they will use their breakthrough C-Fab construction 3D printing technique to 3D print WATG Chicago's Curve Appeal home in 2017. More

Art and Technology combine to create stunning 3D printed Guitar on Gold Coast

Jun.5, 2016 - Australian Industrial Design student combines Art and Technology to create two stunning 3D printed guitars. More

Nixa's 3D printed gimbal series makes stable filming possible while playing tennis

Jun.5, 2016 - Polish 3D printing service provider Nixa has developed a range of low cost 3D printed gimbals that guarantee high quality video footage, even when skiing or playing tennis. More

Enjoy live music safely with Vibes Hi-Fi Earplugs, made with 3D printing

Jun.5, 2016 - Innovator Jack Mann has developed a way to protect concert-goers' ears while simultaneously optimizing music quality with his latest product Vibes Hi-Fi Earplugs. The ingenious product was developed with the help of 3D printing and are retailing for $23.99. More

3D printed teaching aids enhance education for visually impaired students

Jun.5, 2016 - New research from the 3D printing Lab at South Korea's Institute for Science and Technology has revealed that 3D printed models and historical maps can make learning more fun and effective for visually impaired students. More

You can now buy a life-size 3D printed replica of yourself for $3,000

Jun.4, 2016 - New York based Body Labs and design firm Voodoo Manfuacturing have teamed up to offer clients the chance to have themselves 3D scanned and printed in life-size for the cost of $3,000. The technology could also be beneficial in other industries which rely on accurate and life-sized human models. More

3D printed parts help Summit Mowers cut the grass on 50 degree slopes

Jun.4, 2016 - Summit Mowers, a manufacturer of remote control slope mowers, has fitted its latest machines with 3D printed brackets made by i.materialise. The company sells the majority of its mowers to government municipalities with steep hills to maintain. More

First five 3D printed NCAR weather stations installed in Zambia

Jun.4, 2016 - The first five 3D printed NCAR weather stations have been installed in Zambia, where they will provide local farmers and residents with crucial information about impending storms and floods. More

Animals get better prosthetics than humans because of 3D printing, claims Supervet Noel Fitzpatrick

Jun.4, 2016 - Noel Fitzpatrick, perhaps better known as The Supervet, has been a big proponent for using 3D printing technologies to help improve the lives of animals. Now, the celebrity veterinarian is reaching beyond the field of animal care and is urging doctors and the UK healthcare system to allow for more freedom with 3D printed treatments for humans. More

Swiss tinkerers successfully 3D print compressed air tank for robotics competition gag

Jun.3, 2016 - Sometimes the only way to know if something is possible is to go ahead and do it yourself. That's what a robotics club in Switzerland figured out when they posed the question regarding the possibility of 3D printing a compressed air tank (with mixed results) More

Bald eagle to fly again thanks to 3D printed surgical guides

Jun.3, 2016 - A team from the College of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Illinois was able to perform a complicated orthopedic surgery on the nation's official animal, the bald eagle, thanks to a 3D printed surgical guide bone. More

Delphi adopts Carbon's M1 3D printer for automotive part production

Jun.3, 2016 - Automotive parts developers Delphi has just revealed that they have adopted Carbon's high-speed, high resolution M1 3D printer for the production of functional prototypes and small end-use batches. More

USS Harry S. Truman sailors invent 3D printed 'Tru Clip' that will be used by astronauts on ISS

Jun.3, 2016 - Sailors working in the USS Harry S. Truman's 3D printing lab have developed Tru Clip, a simple 3D printed device designed to fix broken handheld radios used on the ship. A Tru Clip will be printed in space later this month when the ISS celebrates National Week of Making. More

Robot Bike brings aerospace titanium 3D printing to bespoke mountain bikes

Jun.3, 2016 - UK startup Robot Bike is now producing bespoke carbon fiber/titanium mountain bikes that rely on aerospace production techniques to deliver a completely customized biking experience. More

3D printed ion exchange membranes could improve energy, water purification, and more

Jun.2, 2016 - Penn State researchers have used a custom 3D photolithographic process similar to stereolithography to 3D print micro-patterned anion exchange membranes. The membranes, patterned for improved performance, could be used in energy, water purification, desalination, and other applications. More

Researchers develop advanced 3D printed computer screens inspired by butterfly wings

Jun.2, 2016 - The wings of the Callophrys Rubi butterfly, which possess a distinct iridescent quality and an intricately unique structure, are helping a team of researchers from Australia's Swinburne Centre for Micro-Photonics to create more brilliant and light responsive computer screens. More

3D printed Vasu smartphone case allows for cheap and accessible malaria diagnosis

Jun.2, 2016 - TU Delft student Leroy Huikeshoven has developed the 3D printed Vasu smartphone case, which uses a smartphone camera and microfluidic principles to affordably test blood samples for malaria parasites. More

3D printing a happy future through prosthesis development for kittens

Jun.2, 2016 - Through the inspiring collaboration of arts, sciences and animal welfare bodies in Colorado, "The Sonic Project" looks set to change the lives ofanimals through custom-made, 3D printed prosthetics. More

Zaha Hadid retrospective at Venice Biennale features stunning 3D printed chair

Jun.1, 2016 - In celebration of architect Zaha Hadid's life and work, a retrospective has been launched at the 15th Architecture Biennale in Venice, which opened May 28th, 2016. The exhibition, which will run until November 27th, features a number of her drawings, models, and works, including a stunning 3D printed chair. More

K2M receives FDA approval for two more 3D printed titanium implant systems

Jun.1, 2016 - K2M, a global medical device company, today received 510(k) clearances from the FDA for two of its 3D printed spinal solutions: CASCADIA Cervical and CASCADIA AN Lordotic Oblique. Both make use of K2M's Lamellar 3D Titanium Technology, which allows for 'bony integration' throughout the implant. More

3D printed material and baking soda could capture harmful CO2 emissions

Jun.1, 2016 - Researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) believe that 3D printed materials filled with sodium carbonate could be used to capture CO2 emissions. To demonstrate their hypothesis, the researchers have already developed a small capsule version of the technology. More

ASUS now supports PC customization with 3D printed name plates and logos

Jun.1, 2016 - Taiwanese PC giant ASUS has just unveiled their ASUS 3D Printing Project at Computex 2016 in Taipei. The project is a customization initiative that will let users put a personal stamp on their PC rigs with custom name plates, logos and a lot more. More

Airbus unveils Thor, a 3D printed 4 meter long unmanned aerial vehicle, at ILA 2016

Jun.1, 2016 - Aircraft developer Airbus has unveiled Thor, a 4 meter long unmanned aerial vehicle at the 2016 International Aerospace Exhibition and Airshow in Berlin. The completely 3D printed aircraft will be used to optimize aerodynamic designs. More

Ultra-strong 3D printed material inspired by natural herringbone pattern on mantis shrimp

May.31, 2016 - Researchers at the University of California, Riverside and Purdue University have used the mantis shrimp as inspiration for a new 3D printed material. The crustacean's club-like appendage, used to beat prey, consists of an unusual herringbone pattern, which the researchers synthetically replicated. More

3D printed walking robot expresses human-like movement and moods

May.31, 2016 - A robotics designer has created a 3D printed walking robot that mimics human gait and can express distinct moods, from confidence to depression, via it's body language. More

3D printed antiquities with Autodesk and Freer Sackler Museum‏

May.31, 2016 - In their latest project, along with help from the Smithsonian’s Digitization Program Office, the Freer|Sackler Museum employed Autodesk Remake (previously Autodesk Memento) to create a highly detailed digital replica of a life-size limestone figure of the Cosmic Buddha. More

Chinese doctors used 3D printing to successfully treat 8-month old with craniosynostosis

May.31, 2016 - A team of surgeons from the Shanghai Children's Medical Center have used a 3D printed surgical guide to help them successfully operate on 8-month-old Jia Jia, who suffered from craniosynostosis. Now, a week after the surgery, the child has a round shaped head which will allow his brain to develop normally. More

€3M grant to fund oil extraction and water safety won thanks to 3D printed sensor rich smart rock

May.31, 2016 - The study of the porous tendencies of rock formations is being enhanced by the introduction of 3D printed smart rocks thanks in part to a '3 million research grant. With it, the team hopes to mimic natural rock with 3D printed, sensor rich replications. More

DJI and Shapeways launch 'Search and Rescue 3D Printing Design Contest'

May.30, 2016 - Shapeways and drone manufacturer DJI have partnered to launch a maker challenge that has the potential to save lives. The challenge, called the Search and Rescue 3D Printing Design Contest, is asking makers and designers everywhere to create 3D printed accessories for DJI's Phantom 4 drone to optimize its search and rescue capabilities. More

All aboard the FabBus! Aachen Center for 3D Printing installs 12 printers on converted double-decker

May.30, 2016 - The Aachen Center for 3D Printing has transformed an old Berlin city bus into the 'FabBus', a mobile 3D printing classroom containing 8 workstations and 12 3D printers. The Center drives the FabBus to both schools and businesses, allowing students and employees get hands-on 3D printing experience. More

HanseYachts builds first 10-meter long 3D printed hull

May.30, 2016 - German yacht and motor boat manufacturer HanseYachts AG has announced that it has integrated 3D printing technologies into its yacht design and production by 3D printing a 10-meter hull for its Hanse 3D15 yacht. More

Chinese doctors use 3D printed grafts in two successful ankle joint deformity surgeries

May.29, 2016 - Chinese surgeons from the Southwest Hospital of the Third Military Medical University have developed a new treatment method for ankle joint deformity surgeries that relies on 3D printed grafts and is far more efficient than conventional methods. More

Meet 'Shellmo', the modular 3D printable robot with a heart

May.29, 2016 - Sho Yoshida, a Japanese engineer, has designed a 3D printable robot called 'Shellmo'. The machine consists of four technical 'layers', and is entirely open source, enabling makers to build, hack, and even sell the 3D printed bot as they please. More

Dutch Design Studio 3D Print a Scaled-down Ship Replica from Rotterdam

May.28, 2016 - Rotterdam-based Design Studio '& designshop' collaborate with a varied collective of skillsets to 3D print a stunning scale model of 17th century galleon ship. More

3D printed wind turbine could power cell towers in rural India, say student competition hopefuls

May.28, 2016 - A team of students from the University of Wisconsin-Madison has used 3D printing to create blades for a wind turbine which could be used to power cell towers in rural India. The team is building the turbine for a national competition run by the American Wind Energy Association. More

Haruka Misawa's 3D printed aquascapes will make you wish you were a fish

May.28, 2016 - Japanese artist Haruka Misawa has created a series of truly stunning aquarium aquascapes with the help of 3D printing technologies. With her designs, the artist is bringing the craft of aquascaping to a new, more technological level. More

Printable Scenery launches modular, 3D printable table-top terrains on Kickstarter

May.27, 2016 - NZ-based company Printable Scenery launch Kickstarter Campaign to deliever an exciting new range of 3D printed, modular terrains for table-top gaming. More

Wear your favorite moments with 3D printed Windswept jewelry by Love & Robots

May.26, 2016 - Everyone's favorite moments in life are linked to various factors, like what you were doing, who was there, where you were, whether the sun was shining. Love & Robots, a Dublin based jewelry tech brand, has found a unique and elegant way of capturing those moments through their most recent 3D printed jewelry collection, Windswept. More

Students successfully launch Vulcan-1 rocket with fully 3D printed engine

May.26, 2016 - A team of students from UC San Diego's Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS UCSD) program successfully launched their Vulcan-1 rocket this past Saturday, making it the first rocket with a fully 3D printed engine to be launched by a university research group. More

Australia: Senior Mongol bikie arrested after 3D printer and firearm equipment found at home

May.26, 2016 - Australian bikie Shane Middleton, believed to be a senior member of the outlawed Mongol gang, has just been arrested after a 3D printer, firearm equipment and drugs were found at his home near Melbourne. More

Singapore researchers unveil 3D-printed customised pills

May.26, 2016 - Researchers from the National University of Singapore have developed new 3D printed drugs that can be completely customized in terms of dosage and release rates to suit each and every patient. More

Airbus files patent to 3D print entire exterior of its next-generation aircrafts

May.26, 2016 - 3D printing has been used by the aerospace industry for years now. From prototyping to end-use seat trays, they have adopted the technology with much enthusiasm. Airbus plans to go one step further by patenting a process to 3D print the entire exterior of their planes. More

Irina Tosheva's latest collection flaunts 3D printed pieces made on a Zortrax 3D printer

May.25, 2016 - Macedonian fashion designer Irina Tosheva has used 3D printing to create unique pieces for her latest collection, 'Riza", which has been showcased at events in Kosovo and Macedonia. The designer worked with MK3D, a Macedonian 3D printing service provider, to print the pieces on a Zortrax 3D printer. More

Artist Amy Karle is growing a human hand with 3D printed scaffolds and stem cells

May.25, 2016 - Artist Amy Karle has dedicated her work to exploring the relationship between the human body and technologies like 3D printing. Her most recent project, called 'Regenerative Reliquary', continues this exploration with a special focus on how the body and human cells can live outside the body through the creation of a human hand. More

3D printed surgical model used for first time in British NHS, aids removal of prostate tumor

May.25, 2016 - In a milestone moment for the British National Health Service (NHS), surgeons have used a 3D printed replica of a patient's cancerous prostate to aid surgery on the gland. The procedure was carried out at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust in London. More

How 3D printing helped create Parrot's Bebop 2 drone

May.25, 2016 - With 3D printing and drone technologies steadily advancing, the two fields are becoming increasingly entwined as drone makers find 3D printing to be a useful way of developing UAVs. Here again, we see the two technologies coming together in a collaborative effort by CRP Technology and Parrot to create the Bebop 2, a high performance leisure drone. More

Cancer breakthrough: Scottish scientists to 3D print brain tumors for the first time

May.25, 2016 - A team of Scottish scientists from the Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh are working on a 3D bioprinting project to realize lab-grown brain tumors, which can be used during laboratory testing of new medicines and treatment methods. More

This huge 3D printed tardigrade is Barbie's latest accessory

May.24, 2016 - Maker Jim Rodda (aka Zheng3) has designed a whole new set of seriously awesome accessories for Barbie, ranging from armor, to chariots, and most recently to a 3D printed battle tardigrade, which can easily be made on your own printer at home. More

SHINING 3D opens new 25,000m2 3D printing HQ in Hangzhou, China

May.24, 2016 - SHINING 3D, a Chinese 3D printer manufacturer and 3D printing service provider, is holding an opening ceremony for its new headquarters in the Zhejiang 3D Industrial Zone in Hangzhou, China. The 25,000-square-meter premises are set to become China's 'largest 3D printing innovation center'. More

CUHK and HKU researchers use 3D printing for safer and more precise cardiac surgeries

May.24, 2016 - A collaborative research team from The Chinese University of Hong Kong and the University of Hong Kong has introduced 3D printing technologies into complex cardiac procedures and has effectively enhanced both the procedural precision and safety of the operation. More

Rocket Lab moves closer to rocket launch after second successful 3D printed engine test

May.24, 2016 - The New Zealand-based aerospace innovator Rocket Lab is edging closer to the launch date for their Electron, after successfully testing the second stage of their 3D printed Rutherford rocket engine. More

British archeologists use 3D printing to recreate two shipwreck sites

May.24, 2016 - The British archeological institute Wessex Archaeology has used 3D printing and 3D sonar technology to recreate two enigmatic shipwreck sites, enabling them to study the sites more closely. More

Dubai opens world's first 3D printed 'Office of the Future', completed in just 17 days

May.24, 2016 - As part of Dubai's ambitious national 3D printing strategy that was announced a month ago, the country has just unveiled their remarkable 250 square meter 'Office of the Future', which was 3D printed in just 17 days. More

4D printed models can improve surgical planning, says Monash plastic surgeon

May.23, 2016 - Doctor Michael Chae, a plastic surgery resident and PhD candidate at Monash University, has conducted research which shows that '4D printing', 3D printing a succession of haptic models which represent bodily movement as well as appearance, could be the future of surgical planning. More

South Korea explores fast-track approval options for 3D printed medical devices

May.23, 2016 - The South Korean Ministry of Food and Drug Safety has revealed that they are hoping to greatly expand the use of 3D printed medical devices through a fast-track approval procedure in which 3D prints gain one-use approval for emergencies. More

Dubai Health Authority reveals initiative for $100 3D printed artificial limbs

May.23, 2016 - The Dubai Health Authority has just revealed plans for a huge (bio)medical 3D printing initiative that is expected to be worth $350 million by 2025 and encompasses everything from 3D bioprinted tissue, dentures and even 3D printed artificial limbs that cost just $100. More

Texas students use 3D printed otoscope to fight hearing loss in developing world

May.22, 2016 - Student members of Texas A&M University's chapter of Engineering World Health have just completed a 3D printed otoscope smartphone attachment, which can help third world doctors diagnose preventable hearing loss. More

3D Printed Bicycle BoosterPack gives you the ability for pedal free riding for under $300

May.22, 2016 - Electric bikes provides the ultimate choice in being active or merely a convenient way to get around. A recent Instructables shows us how to build a low-cost booster pack with the help of 3D printing and a little bit of know-how. More

Adorable 3D printed vertical planter, Livi, running on Kickstarter

May.22, 2016 - A team of architects and designers has launched their latest product, Livi, on Kickstarter. The adorable 3D printed vertical planter, which can be placed on windows or vertical surfaces, is seeking to reimagine interior plants and their display in a playful way. More

DriveMyPhone: 3D printed, smartphone-controlled concept vehicle that can drive, swim, and fly

May.21, 2016 - Aldric Negrier, a 3D designer based in Portugal, has published his latest Instructables project: DriveMyPhone, a smartphone-controlled, 3D printed concept vehicle. DriveMyPhone, first conceived of 6 years ago, could be capable of navigating over land, water, and air. More

Canadian frostbite victim to get 3D printed bionic hands from World of 3D Printing

May.21, 2016 - A young Canadian chef will receive two custom 3D printed bionic hands from World of 3D Printing, after losing both hands to frostbite after being lost in a terrible storm. More

Making a custom phone case with a 3D printing pen

May.21, 2016 - 3D printing pens have opened up creative possibilities for making art and custom objects. Among some of the more popular 3Doodled objects are phone and tablet cases, which can be easily customized. Now, you can make your own 3Doodled phone or tablet case by following the tutorial below, which was explained by 3Doodler-enthusiast Anna Kelly. More

Get your own mini 3D printed Drake for only $29.99

May.21, 2016 - This past Saturday, Drake hosted Saturday Night Live and jokingly bemoaned the number of memes made about him in his opening monologue song 'More than a Meme'. Now, seemingly in response to this and an ingenious move by what was surely one of Drake's biggest fans, not only has the rapper been turned into an internet meme, but also a 3D printed figurine! More

Top 12 free 3D printable Game of Thrones props

May.20, 2016 - With season six of Game of Thrones in full swing, and everyone excited about their favorite characters and on edge about their most hated, we decided to put together a list of our top free Game of Thrones themed 3D prints. From props, to wearables, to games - all the Game of Thrones memorabilia you need can be printed on your very own trusty 3D printer. More

Plane it cool! 3D printed nylon attachments mimic ice in Global Hawk UAV testing

May.20, 2016 - Staff at the Edwards Air Force Base in California have used 3D printing to test the Global Hawk, an unmanned surveillance aircraft operated by the U.S. Air Force. By attaching 3D printed nylon attachments to the plane's wings, staff managed to replicate the effect of icing caused by cloud decks. More

Airbus APWorks unveils 35kg 3D printed 'Light Rider' electric motorcycle, yours for €50K

May.20, 2016 - APWorks, a subsidiary of Airbus Group, has built a fully functional 3D printed motorcycle. The vehicle, which has been dubbed the 'Light Rider', is made from APWorks' Scalmalloy material and weighs just 35kg. More

3D printed skull replica guides narrow cranial disease surgery for one-year-old Chinese boy

May.20, 2016 - The one-year-old Chen Chen from Yongzhou City, China, has just become the first Chinese patient to successfully undergo narrow cranial disease surgery involving a 3D printed skull model. More

Maker completes amazing Embers of War cosplay with 11 3D printers & 1700 print hours

May.20, 2016 - Prop maker Bindi Smalls has just showcased an amazing project at PAX in Boston, a 3D printed Gwen suit from the forthcoming Embers of War that required eleven 3D printers and 1700 print hours to complete. More

Local Motors unveils 3D printed Strati car packed with autonomous driving, IoT tech

May.20, 2016 - At a tech forum in Austin Texas, 3D printed car pioneers Local Motors have unveiled the world's first 3D printed car packed with autonomous driving and IoT technology, provided by NXP Seminconductors. More

Saltwater Brewery launches 3D printed edible six-pack rings that are safe for animals to eat

May.20, 2016 - The Florida-based Saltwater Brewery has started packaging their flagship IPA beer cans with 3D printed edible six-pack rings, which are fully biodegradable and won't harm marine life at all. More

University of Maryland researchers develop micron-scale graphene based 3D printed furance

May.20, 2016 - Heating elements have traditionally been large or difficult to sustain a focus when dealing in the nano-scale. Researchers from the University of Maryland have developed a way to generate up to 3000K worth of stable heat on the micron level using 3D printing. More

3D printed couplers enable upscaling of radical new concrete casting method

May.19, 2016 - Designers Ron Culver and Joseph Sarafian have developed a new construction method which involves casting concrete in sleeves of Lycra fabric, which are then stretched into position using programmed robotic arms. 3D printed couplers are then used to connect sections of the shaped concrete together. More

ZMorph demonstrates 3D printer, CNC mill, laser cutter abilities with Star Wars-themed 'sample pack'

May.19, 2016 - To demonstrate the capabilities of its ZMorph 2.0 SX Multitool 3D Printer, ZMorph has created a special 'sample pack', consisting of a multi-headed Star Wars wine stopper and wooden display box. 3D printing, CNC milling, and laser cutting techniques were all used to create the contents of the pack. More

3D printed life-size 'DOOM BFG' replica took 1000 hours and 20kg of filament to print

May.19, 2016 - Last week, DOOM, a reboot of the first person shooter video game series Doom which was first released in 1993, was officially released. In celebration of the new video game's launch, MyMiniFactory teamed up with DOOM's publishing company Bethesda Softworks to 3D print a massive, life-size BFG, the video game's iconic weapon. More

LUXeXcel 3D prints lens for 'Flens' smartphone flashlight booster

May.19, 2016 - Flens is a flashlight enhancer for smartphones that can boost the regular flash's power by as much as 10x thanks to 3D printed optic lenses from Dutch 3D printing innovator LUXeXcel. More

3D bioprinted placenta model could be the key to treating preeclampsia

May.19, 2016 - Preeclampsia is one of the leading causes of both maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality today. Fortunately, we may be closer to finding a treatment thanks to scientists at the Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation at Children's National Health System who 3D bioprinted a placenta model. More

Fake 3D printed security seals are helping thieves steal cargo, warns G4S

May.19, 2016 - G4S, a British multinational security services company, has warned that an increasing number of criminals are using 3D printed security devices in order to disguise cargo thefts. G4S advises that companies improve their supply chain security to protect themselves from this new threat. More

3D printed model lets visually impaired woman see face of boyfriend as baby

May.19, 2016 - Zortrax, a Polish 3D printer manufacturer, has shared the heartwarming story of Miki, a visually impaired woman, and her boyfriend Domenico, both from Como, Italy. 3DP s.r.l., a 3D printer supplier, gave Miki a 3D printed model of Domenico's face as a baby, based on a 40-year-old photograph. More

US Navy plans to fly a Boeing V-22 Osprey aircraft with 3D printed part in June

May.18, 2016 - The US Navy has just announced that their Naval Air Systems Command (NavAir) will be hosting a test flight for a Boeing V-22 Osprey aircraft with a crucial 3D printed part next month. More

BMW to use new HP Jet Fusion 3D printer for 'serial part production & personal customization'

May.18, 2016 - BMW has partnered with HP to become one of the first users of the new HP Jet Fusion 3D Printing Solution, which was made commercially available yesterday. The German luxury car manufacturer will use the new 3D printing system for serial part production and customized parts. More

Amazing 3D printed electric violin, 3Dvarius, launches on Kickstarter

May.18, 2016 - One of our favorite 3D printed instruments, a futuristic looking 3D printed electric violin designed and perfected over the years by French violinist and engineer Laurent Bernadac, has just launched on Kickstarter. You can get the 3Dvarius for a pledge of '6,229. More

OTHR unveils stunning first collection of 3D printed household items at NY Design Week

May.16, 2016 - New York based design studio OTHR recently debuted its first series of 3D printed household items at New York Design Week. Consisting of 12 pieces, the collection was created in collaboration with a number of accomplished designers and design studios from around the world. More

Simone Fontana makes 3D printed penny boards, opens €240 Formfutura filament giveaway

May.16, 2016 - YouTuber and 3D printing expert Simone Fontana, better known by his online handle 'FNTSMN', has made a pair of 3D printed 3DNA penny boards using two new 3D printing filaments from Formfutura. As part of the unveiling, the maker is also running a giveaway for 3x €80 Formfutura gift vouchers. More

3D printed Billycart impresses at Bangalow Billycart Derby in Australia

May.16, 2016 - A couple weeks ago we covered a story about Steve Rosewell who made a 3D printed Billycart. The impressive 3D printed propulsion-free cart raced this past weekend at the 23rd annual Bangalow Billycart Derby in northern New South Wales and the results of its performance are now in! More

Van Gogh's painting 'The Starry Night' has been replicated with 3D printing

May.16, 2016 - Van Gogh's The Starry Night has to this day remained one of the Dutch painter's most famous works. In an effort to pay homage to the artist as well as to show the artistic capabilities of contemporary 3D printing technologies, Toronto-based 3D printing company Custom Prototypes Inc. has produced an impressive 3D printed replica of The Starry Night. More

Stunning 3D printed sundial changes shape with solar data

May.15, 2016 - Amsterdam based urban design and architectural firm prescription. teamed up with sustainable engineering firm Arup to modernize the sundial by creating a stunning 3D printed installation for the city of Amsterdam. The design is based off of site-specific solar path data. More

Revisit your favorite places with LOGIPLACES 3D concrete puzzles

May.15, 2016 - LOGIPLACES is a series of concrete 3D puzzles of world-famous locations, made from geographically-accurate 3D printed molds. More

Blade Runner inspired 3D printed emotion detector raises questions about future of dating

May.15, 2016 - A group of researchers from the Centre for Spatial Analysis (CASA) at UCL have designed and 3D printed an emotion detector inspired by Blade Runner's Voight-Kampff machine to draw attention and raise questions about our world becoming one in which we use machines and computers to monitor and gauge people's emotions. More

Quadriplegic Patrick Joyce creates 3D printed bionic arm for 9-year-old Raimi

May.14, 2016 - Inspiring maker Patrick Joyce, who suffers from MND/ALS, is creating a functioning below the elbow 3D printed bionic arm for 9-year-old Raimi. The 3D printed hand prosthetic, which is operated by three servo motors, recently won $1,000 in the first round of HackadayPrize2016. More

Adafruit's 3D printed PiGRRL Zero puts retro gaming in your pocket

May.14, 2016 - Adafruit's Ruiz Brothers have posted a tutorial for the PiGRRL Zero, their latest Gameboy-style, 3D printed emulator. The PiGRRL Zero, which packs 14 buttons and a 2.2' color display into its tiny landscape casing, is built around the $5 Raspberry Pi Zero. More

Indian startup EmbroS develops 3D printed wearable travel aid for the visually impaired

May.14, 2016 - Indian startup EmbroS is making a difference in the visually impaired community with 3D printing through their innovative product, Live Braille, a 3D printed wearable device that effectively replaces the walking cane for the blind. More

$25 3D printed vein finder could assist nurses in developing countries

May.14, 2016 - Alex Stanciu, a military automotive engineer, has designed a 3D printable vein finder. Stanciu believes that the $25 DIY device, which is around 5 times cheaper than the leading market alternative, could be used by nurses and medical staff in developing countries. More

Everything is illuminated: the benefits of 3D printing in the lighting industry

May.13, 2016 - The well-known advantages of additive manufacturing are perfectly accentuated in the lighting industry, where most materials are already 3D printer-friendly, and where speed and customization can open entirely new lighting possibilities. More

Parsee 3D printed smart glasses help the blind to identify objects, text, faces, colors

May.13, 2016 - Parsee, a Polish non-profit organization, has designed a pair of 3D printed Smart Glasses for blind and visually impaired people. The technology, currently the subject of an Indiegogo campaign, uses text, face, shape, and color recognition to provide audio information to the wearer via a headphone. More

Twitter-powered 3D printed horse brooch steals show at the Kentucky Derby

May.13, 2016 - To add a playful touch to last week's Kentucky Derby, NBC Sports reporter Johnny Weir wore an amazing 3D printed social brooch, featuring a horse that galloped whenever a specific hashtag was used on Twitter. More

Polish students prepare for spacewalk on Mars with 3D printed Ares 2 Rover

May.13, 2016 - Polish students from the Technical University of Warsaw have used 3D printing to build their entry into the University Rover Challenge, the Ares 2 Mars Rover. More

HK Productivity Council launches Hong Kong's first 3D printed ring measurement tech

May.13, 2016 - A new wedding shop called Forever Couple has just opened its doors in Hong Kong, and offers 3D scanning and 3D printing services to provide clients with perfectly fitting sample wedding rings. More

The Allforge 3D Mold Making machine smashes its campaign goal within days

May.13, 2016 - Mold making has always been the faster, albeit more expensive option over 3D printing when it comes to mass production. The Allforge, a 3D mold making machine that cleverly utilizes 3D printing, has easily surpassed their crowd funding goal with time to spare. More

Gold-leafed 3D printed ‘Freedom of Flight’ sculptures push the limits of 3D printing

May.13, 2016 - Renowned artists Eileen Borgeson and Russ Ogi have just revealed the fruits of a fantastic collaboration: two gorgeous 3D printed gold-leafed 'Freedom of Flight' sculptures that defy the limits of 3D printing. More

Warwick students to race 'Godiva 2' submarine, the 'most 3D printed vessel on the grid'

May.12, 2016 - A team of engineering students from the University of Warwick in the UK will be debuting their functional 3D printed submarine at the European International Submarine Races in Gosport, England this July. The 3D printed submarine, called the Godiva 2, is being heralded as the 'most 3D printed vessel on the grid'. More

Life-size 3D printed ox statue installed in Hong Kong as tribute to local cattle

May.12, 2016 - A 3D printed statue of an ox by artist Edmond Wong has just been installed in Hong Kong. The art installation serves as tribute to local cattle and to remind people of the crucial role today's stray cattle used to have for local agriculture. More

Pope Francis blesses 3D printer factories headed towards Africa to make prosthetics

May.12, 2016 - During a General Audience at St. Peter's Square in Rome, Pope Francis blessed two 3D printer mini-factories that are heading towards Uganda and the Congo to make prosthetics for local amputees. More

Texas researchers re-engineer vintage toy to walk right out of 3D printer

May.11, 2016 - Using UTSA's Roadrunner mascot as a model, a team of Texas researchers has re-engineered a 1930's-era 'ramp walker' toy so that it can be 3D printed in a single assembly and practically walk off of the 3D print bed. More

3D printed GoPro STABYLIZR takes Kickstarter by storm

May.11, 2016 - An Austrian startup has taken Kickstarter by storm with its new product STABYLIZR, a 3D printed GoPro camera stabilizer. The campaign, which launched just a week ago, has already surpassed its '30,000 crowdfunding goal and the startup announced that it has already begun production of their GoPro accessory to fill backers' orders. More

MIT unveils Materiable, a 3D printed shape shifting interface that can mimic sand, rubber and water

May.11, 2016 - MIT has been responsible for some impressive projects and advancements within the field of 3D printing. Their latest project, a shape changing interface made of 3D printed blocks called Materiable, does not disappoint as it can mimic such physical reactions as flexibility, elasticity, and viscosity. More

3D printing and robotic surgery could revolutionize prostate cancer treatment

May.11, 2016 - Prostate cancer, one of the most common types of cancer among males' affects 1 in 7 men worldwide. Fortunately, a new prostate cancer treatment method developed in the UK, involving 3D printed surgical models and robotic arms, could potentially advance the treatment process significantly, helping to save lives. More

Czech pilot is back with fantastic 3D printable RC Messerschmitt Bf 109T airplane

May.10, 2016 - Czech pilot Štěpán Dokoupil has just unveiled the latest addition to his collection of WWII 3D printable RC airplanes with the Messerschmitt Bf 109T, a lightweight model that can be 3D printed on any desktop 3D printer. More

On-The-Fly Print by Cornell team 3D prints high speed wireframe prototypes while you design

May.10, 2016 - Cornell PhD students Huaishu Peng and Rundong Wu have developed the revolutionary On-The-Fly Print setup, which allows for parallel prototyping during CAD design and puts wireframe 3D prints in your hands in a matter of seconds. More

FDA releases long-awaited draft guidance for 3D printed medical devices

May.10, 2016 - In an effort to make approval processes for 3D printed medical devices easier for all parties, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has just released a long-awaited draft guidance. More

3D printed figurine of deceased daughter brings solace to bereaved Japanese father

May.10, 2016 - A Japanese father who lost his eleven-year-old daughter in a tragic car accident has been able to find solace in a 3D printed figurine of his daughter made with just a few 2D photos. More

3D printed frog skeletons make learning anatomy more accessible

May.10, 2016 - To help students learn anatomy and to make the field of study more accessible to both students and teachers, a team of scientists from New Zealand's Massey University have developed a method to easily 3D scan and print replicas of small animal skeletons, including a cane toad and a spiny dogfish. More

Stunning 3D printed 'water curtain' makes waves at Temps de Flors flower show in Girona, Spain

May.9, 2016 - Base42, a creative technology nonprofit based in Vilablareix, Spain, has used a custom FFF 3D printer to create a visually stunning 'water curtain'. The installation, on display in Girona until May 15, uses 128 3D printed nozzles and 64 3D printed valves to dispense water in patterns. More

All primary schools should have 3D printers & design software, says former education secretary Lord Baker

May.9, 2016 - In a report published today, former British education secretary Lord Kenneth Baker has said that every UK primary school should have a 3D printer. The demand forms part of an eight-point plan concerning education on digital technology and the prevention of future unemployment. More

Italian design studio Ushak 3D prints stunning ornamentals to replace ivory

May.9, 2016 - Ivory, a material made from animal tusks continues to be, despite being illegal, associated with luxury. In an effort to match the sought after aesthetic of ivory without sourcing the material from animals, Italian design studio Ushak is creating design items inspired by the ornamentation of the past but created using 3D printing technologies. More

Meet HoloFlex, a 3D printed smartphone with flexible screen and a holographic display

May.9, 2016 - Canadian researchers from Queen's University have just unveiled the world's first 3D printed holographic flexible smartphone, complete with a bendable screen and intuitive 3D imaging capabilities. More

Pinball fan uses 3D printed parts to customize pinball machines

May.9, 2016 - New Mexico-based startup Mezel Mods is working hard to breathe new life into the pinball hobby, and are currently providing dozens of 3D printed modifications for existing pinball machines. More

3D printed vagina artist Megumi Igarashi convicted for obscenity in Japan, fined 400,000 yen

May.9, 2016 - Japanese feminist artist Megumi Igarashi, who in 2014 was arrested for selling 3D printable data of her genitals and who has since been fighting Japanese courts for her innocence, was found guilty on charges of obscenity, while was acquitted on a separate charge of displaying obscene materials. More

Met Gala 2016: is 3D printing the future of fashion?

May.8, 2016 - At this year's Met Gala, celebrities graced the red carpet inspired by the theme Fashion in an Age of Technology, in line with the Costume Institute's recently launched exhibition Manus x Machina. The question on everyone's lips after the event and in seeing the exhibition was "could 3D printing be the future of fashion?" More

Sensitive Ceramics: 3D printed ceramics that explore the body and digital design

May.8, 2016 - A group of designers from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts are exploring the relationship between the body and the digital through their stunning 3D printed ceramics project, 'Sensitive Ceramics'. More

WY-TO architects explore 3D printed furniture and flat-pack housing for disaster relief

May.8, 2016 - Living Shelter is a prototype solution for disaster relief in Southeast Asia. The flat-pack housing structures are affordable and easy to assemble, and provide security, clean water, energy, and even 3D printed foldable furniture for practical daily use. More

Low-cost 3D printed braille reader aims to increase literacy rates for the blind

May.8, 2016 - Access to resources have long been a hindrance to further adoption of braille for the blind. Newly announced low-cost innovations in the 3D printing community hope to change all of that. More

Top 10 3D printed Mother's Day gift ideas

May.7, 2016 - In celebration of this upcoming Mother's Day we've compiled a list of 3D printable gift ideas that will show your mother just how much you love and appreciate her. More

Turn your smartphone into the Bat Signal with 3D printed light blaster

May.7, 2016 - With the help of a fun and easy 3D printed light blaster that is held against your flash projector, you can transform your smartphone into a Bat Signal at a moment's notice. More

Xerox developing 3D printed electronics for smart devices

May.6, 2016 - Xerox, the American business and technology corporation, is developing 3D printed circuit board technology for 'smart devices' that can sense and interact with their environment. Janos Veres of Palo Alto Research Center (PARC), A Xerox Company, just gave an update on the company's progress. More

3D printed animals raise awareness for endangered species through ad campaign

May.6, 2016 - To remind people of the importance of animal life the International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW) launched an ad campaign in collaboration with French ad agency Young & Rubicam. The eye catching campaign, which uses 3D printing as a motif, is hoping to highlight the irreversibility of killing wildlife, and the difficulty in restoring it. More

3D Systems 3D prints 140 parts for P51 Combat Fighter motorcycle by Confederate Motors

May.6, 2016 - 3D Systems has 3D printed a complete assembly kit that includes more than 140 different parts for Confederate Motors' exclusive P51 Combat Fighter motorcycle. More

Guinness World Record for tallest 3D printed human broken with 2.05m sculpture

May.6, 2016 - British 3D scanning and 3D printing startup Backface has just broken the Guinness World Record for tallest 3D printed human broken with 2.05m sculpture, made especially for Channel 5's The Gadget Show. More

Gambody unveils a 490mm 3D printable Soviet T-62 Tank with 62 highly detailed parts

May.6, 2016 - 3D printing marketplace Gambody has released its latest 3D model: a 490mm scale model of a T-62 tank, a vehicle once used by the Soviet and Russian armies. The 3D printable tank consists of 62 parts, and can be purchased for $39.99. More

Caresto Arkham Knight car receives exclusive 3D printed parts by Palmiga

May.6, 2016 - Thomas Palm of Palmiga Innovation has provided three exclusive 3D printed parts for the one-of-a-kind, Batman-inspired Arkham Car by Caresto. More

3D Systems completes GE aircraft bracket challenge with metal 3D printing solution

May.5, 2016 - 3D Systems and software developer Frustum have just completed GE's Aircraft Engine Bracket design challenge by 3D printing an optimized, single-part bracket that meets all structural requirements and weighs 70 percent less than existing parts. More

3D printing companies request Supreme Court clarification over cheerleader uniform copyright case

May.5, 2016 - 3D printing companies Formlabs, Shapeways and Matter and Form have sent an amicus brief to the US Supreme Court, seeking clarification over a copyright ruling on cheerleader uniforms, which could fundamentally change the way designs are copyrighted. More

Branch Technology to begin construction of 3D printed house this July

May.5, 2016 - Chattanooga, Tennessee startup Branch Technology recently announced the winner of its Freeform Home Design Challenge. The winning design, WATG Chicago's 'Curve Appeal', will be constructed using the company's C-Fab 3D printing technique. Construction will begin this July. More

Caresto Arkham Knight car receives exclusive 3D printed parts by Palmiga

May.5, 2016 - Thomas Palm of Palmiga Innovation has provided three exclusive 3D printed parts for the one-of-a-kind, Batman-inspired Arkham Car by Caresto. More

3D printed prosthesis could propel German paralympic cyclist Denise Schindler to Rio glory

May.5, 2016 - Autodesk has teamed up with Denise Schindler, a German paralympic cyclist, to design her a 3D printed prosthetic leg. Schindler will put the 3D printed device to use at the 2016 Paralympic Games, which take place in September in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. More

3D printed bones: Blend of natural and man-made materials works best, study in mice shows

May.4, 2016 - A study carried out at Johns Hopkins University has shown that pulverized bone can be combined with polycaprolactone to create viable 3D printed cell scaffolds for bone replacement procedures. Mixtures with more bone powder encouraged bone formation better, but those with more PCL were stronger. More

3D printed talus replacement surgery helps patients regain up to 75% normal ankle function

May.4, 2016 - Dr. Mark Myerson, a surgeon at the Mercy Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland, is pioneering a' 'life-changing' new kind of ankle surgery, using 3D printing to create cobalt and chrome talus replacements. Patients undergoing the procedure have regained up to 75% normal ankle function. More

Lund University develops easy-to-follow process for custom 3D printed prosthetic sockets

May.4, 2016 - A student at Lund University in Sweden has developed a streamlined, step-by-step process for designing and 3D printing custom prosthetic sockets. The easy-to-follow process uses low-cost 3D scanning technology and can be used by prosthetists with no previous 3D design experience. More

World's first 3D printed supercar wins 2016 North American Technology Innovation Award

May.4, 2016 - Consulting and market research firm Frost & Sullivan has named Divergent 3D, the manufacturing company responsible for Blade, the world's first 3D printed modular supercar, the winner of the 2016 North American Technology Innovation Award. More

Rock out to the world's first 3D printed aluminum guitar by Olaf Diegel

May.4, 2016 - 3D printed instrument pioneer Olaf Diegel has just finished work on the gorgeous Heavy Metal guitar, the world's first 3D printed aluminum guitar. More

Benjamin Hubert designs first 3D printed consumer wheelchair to be mass produced

May.4, 2016 - Benjamin Hubert's design agency Layer has recently unveiled the plans for its 3D printed customizable Go Wheelchair. The prototype for the wheelchair will be presented at the Clerkenwell Design Week from May 24th to 26th, 2016. More

3D printed customized surfboard fins will help surfers optimize performance and catch extra waves

May.4, 2016 - Researchers from the University of Wollongong in Australia are working to optimize surfboard performance and have turned to 3D printing to rethink design and material conventions for surfboard fins. More

Scientists 3D print martian rover claw based on pacific ocean sea urchins' teeth

May.4, 2016 - Humans have mimicked nature in all forms to better understand the world we live in. University of California, San Diego researchers have stepped up their game by studying the mouth of the pink sea urchin to create a 3D printed prototype for a martian grabbing claw. More

Finger amputee shares 3D printed partial finger replacement device 'Knick Finger'

May.3, 2016 - Nick Brookins, a media services engineer at Akamai Technologies, has designed a 3D printable partial finger prosthesis called the 'Knick Finger'. Brookins, whose design was recently shared by eNABLE, lost his own finger in 2014 after a motorcycle accident. More

3D printed PrecogNation masks monitor and predict sustainable development through Twitter

May.2, 2016 - Denver student Chadwick John Friedman has successfully harnessed the power of Twitter data in his 3D printed PrecogNation masks, allowing him to survey the state of sustainable development through keyword analysis. More

Inspired by Science: Iris van Herpen's latest dress is made with dragon skin and 3D printing

May.2, 2016 - Innovative fashion designer Iris van Herpen has been a pioneer in the way of 3D printed, technological fashions, though she still views herself as part of the tradition of handcrafted couture. Her most recent piece, a dress made from dragon skin, was made using 3D printing and laser cutting technologies. More

3D printing technologies help Pfizer scientists to streamline arthritis research

May.2, 2016 - Pfizer scientists researching osteo and rheumatoid arthritis drug treatments have integrated 3D printing technologies into their experimentation process, which has allowed them to streamline and continue their research more efficiently than before. More

Endurance giving away 3D printable DIY SelfieBot to schools and universities

May.2, 2016 - Robotics startup Endurance is offering a free, 3D printable DIY SelfieBot to interested educational institutions. The stationary telepresence system enables users to create professional recordings of themselves with a mobile device'ideal for Skype video conferencing, recording lectures, and more. More

Admatec unveils ADMAFLEX 130 high performance ceramic 3D printer

May.2, 2016 - Dutch ceramic 3D printing experts Admatec have just announced that their first flagship 3D printer, the ADMAFLEX 130 high performance ceramic 3D printer, is set to be released in September 2016. More

3D printed Formula One RC car pays homage to racing legend Ayrton Senna

May.2, 2016 - Maker Brett Turnage has created a 3D printed model of Ayrton Senna's 1993 McLaren MP4/8 Formula RC-Car to pay homage to the legendary racer who died 22 years ago. The RC model can be found on Thingiverse. More

3BEE: Sleek, stylish and 3D printable urban bike aiming to make bicycles fully customizable

May.2, 2016 - Hungarian design student Tamás Túri has just been awarded the prestigious A' International Design Award in the Vehicle, Mobility and Transportation category for his remarkable 3bee bicycle that has been inspired by a cyclist's body. More

Revolutionary 3D printed oil-skimmer can safely fight oil spills, Chinese researchers say

May.2, 2016 - Researchers from the Lanzhou Institute of Chemical Physics, part of the Chinese Academy of Sciences, have developed 3D printed oil-skimmers that can safely and quickly clean up oil spills thanks to a groundbreaking filtration system. More

3D print your own 'Pirakeet' Pi Zero game console

May.1, 2016 - Thingiverse user Ampersands has remixed Adafruit's popular 3D printed Pocket PiGrrl to create the Pirakeet, a new Gameboy-style retro game console running Retropie. The console was designed to be printable on smaller 3D printers (80 x 104 mm) whilst still being easy to assemble. More

Canadian artist Brendon McNaughton is a miner for a 3D printed heart of gold

May.1, 2016 - Toronto-based artist Brendon McNaughton's recent project Heart of Gold, an actual heart made of gold, was made using 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies and is raising questions about the inequalities that exist in the gold industry, as well as within wealth at large. More

New Destiny 3D print: 5-foot-long Black Spindle sniper rifle

Apr.30, 2016 - Amateur maker and game-lover Lael Lee has built a 3D printed Black Spindle sniper rifle, as found in The Taken King, the latest expansion pack for Bungie's popular Destiny video game. The maker has entered the 5-foot-long 3D print into MyMiniFactory's Playstation design contest. More

'Alessi Goes Digital': an exploration of digital design through the creation of 3D printed pens

Apr.30, 2016 - Italian housewares company Alessi has collaborated with industrial designer Giulio Iacchetti to create a series of 3D printed pens, which explore the possibilities of creating analog objects with digital technologies. The pens each represent a design only capable using digital design and 3D printing. More

3D printed rotary engine restores vintage WWI fighter plane for Topeka museum

Apr.30, 2016 - Huw Thomas, a volunteer at the Topeka Air Combat Museum has recently 3D printed an entire replica of a WWI fighter plane engine on LulzBot Taz 3D printers to help in the vintage aircraft's restoration. The plane replica will be unveiled this week to visitors. More

3D Printed Fire Fly Racing Drones showcase slick and speedy DIY flyer

Apr.30, 2016 - Drones and 3D printing have long since been friends. The new Firefly series of 3D printable drones adds further credence to this with their light-weight, camera ready open drone. More

XRobots returns with most advanced 3D printed BB-8 Droid yet

Apr.29, 2016 - James Bruton of XRobots has nearly finished the 3D printed Star Wars BB-8, Version 3, his most technically advanced and movie-accurate replica to date. More

3D printed Terahertz lens could revolutionise security imaging, useful for detection of concealed plastics and chemicals

Apr.29, 2016 - Researchers from Northwestern University have used 3D printing to develop a novel lens that picks up terahertz frequencies - those occupying a middle ground between microwaves and infrared light waves. It is hoped that the lens could help scientists to better understand the mysterious terahertz waves. More

3D printed dagger appears in Games of Thrones season 6 premiere

Apr.29, 2016 - Shapeways has revealed its prop-building role in the Game of Thrones season six opener, which aired Sunday night on HBO. The 3D printing service used its Frosted Ultra Detail printing material to produce Ellaria Sand's 'Dorne Dagger', which was then hand-painted by GoT Weapons Master Tommy Dunne. More

3D printed drugs could be the 'Uber for chemistry' says UK expert Lee Cronin

Apr.29, 2016 - Chemistry professor at the University of Glasgow Lee Cronin spoke at a 3D printing-themed INTERPHEX conference this week, urging the pharmaceutical industry to adopt 3D printed drugs as a way to dramatically cut costs, improve efficiency, and bring personalized medicine to those in need. More

DARPA TRADES program developing advanced materials with 3D printing and man-machine teaming

Apr.29, 2016 - The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), has been a proponent for the potentials of 3D printing technologies, and now with its TRADES program it has placed its focus on using 3D design and printing technologies to develop new ways to make advanced materials. More

ESA: 3D printed 'moon village' is just the start, 'Mars isn't the ultimate goal. Humans will go further'

Apr.29, 2016 - At a new Space Symposium, ESA director general Johann-Dietrich Wörner elaborated on the ESA plans to establish a 3D printed Moon Village which could act as a stepping stone for subsequent space exploration missions. More

Give your cat a human voice with 3D printed Temptations Catterbox talking cat collar

Apr.29, 2016 - The cat-oriented startup Temptations Lab have just revealed amazing 3D printed Catterbox talking collars, that analyze your cat's meows and plays a fitting human voice recording in response, finally enabling us to completely understand our pets. More

Watch 3D printed objects get crushed by a hydraulic press

Apr.29, 2016 - There comes a time in everyones life when you really want to know what a hydraulic press would do to a 3D print. Thankfully, the Hydraulic Press Channel has your back with their latest episode. More

Honda's Great Journey takes us the road trip of the future with 3D printed driverless cars

Apr.28, 2016 - Inviting us to think outside of the parking lot, Honda has commissioned a series of 3D printed concept car models, created by Ogle Models, that showcase the whimsical and wild future of driverless cars. More

Zweikampf's high performance 3D printed shin guards now live on Kickstarter

Apr.28, 2016 - Austrian startup Zweikampf has launched a Kickstarter campaign for their innovative 3D printed football shin guards. The crowdfunding campaign, which expires on May 17th, 2016 is hoping to raise its goal of '50,000 in order to put their 3D printed shin guards into production. More

UK prosecutor uses 3D printed replica skulls in Ellie Butler murder trial, makes legal history

Apr.28, 2016 - A British prosecutor has used 3D printed replica skulls for the first time in legal history, in order to demonstrate the severe head injuries sustained by six-year-old Ellie Butler, allegedly murdered in 2013 by her father, Ben Butler. The two skulls were presented to the jury today. More

3D printed Star Wars skulls by 3DKitbash coming soon to Kickstarter

Apr.28, 2016 - On May the 4th, 3DKitbash plans to launch a creative Kickstarter campaign for a series of high-quality, 3D printed skulls based on famous aliens from the Star Wars franchise. More

Researchers build first 3D printed superconducting cavity, post promising results

Apr.28, 2016 - A team of researchers at the University of Melbourne has created two 3D printed superconducting aluminum microwave cavities in order to test their electrical properties. Results showed comparable superconductivity between 3D printed and non-printed cavities. More

Palmiga unveils latest 3D printed OpenRC F1 tire design, inspired by Caresto's Hot Rod Jakob

Apr.28, 2016 - Thomas Palm, of Palmiga Innovation, has collaborated with Leif Tufvesson of Caresto to release a set of new 3D printed OpenRC F1 tires, which were inspired by Caresto's Hot Rod Jakob. The files are available through Thingiverse. More

Donald Trump calls for integration of 3D printing, AI and cyberwarfare into US military

Apr.28, 2016 - In a long-awaited foreign policy speech, Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump argued that the US military needs to adopt 3D printing, AI and cyberwarfare as part of an effort to make the country's military power unparalleled. More

LLNL 3D printed foam outperforms standard materials in thermal insulation and shock-absorption

Apr.28, 2016 - It's always a good sign when modern advancements in 3D printing prove not only to be able to match what's already out there today, but surpass it. A study by the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory suggests 3D printed foam is superior than the traditional material. More

BMW using 3D scanning and printing to give Team USA a shot at Paralympic Gold

Apr.27, 2016 - BMW has used 3D scanning and 3D printing technology to create high-tech, lightweight, and customized carbon fiber wheelchairs for Team USA athletes competing at the 2016 Paralympic Games in Rio de Janeiro. More

BigRep unveils DUSTER, a 2-meter-wide 3D printed drone

Apr.27, 2016 - German 3D printer manufacturer BigRep has unveiled DUSTER, a 2-meter-wide 3D printed drone that is as impressively functional as it is large. Made with the BigRep One 3D printer and a combination of carbon thread materials, the DUSTER has applications in industry and agriculture. More

Redditor optimizes Amazon Echo listening comfort with 3D printed ceiling mount

Apr.27, 2016 - One enterprising Redditor has just set up an Etsy shop for a clever 3D printed ceiling mount for the voice-activated Amazon Echo, so you will never have to move it around or repeat your commands ever again. More

25% of Dubai's buildings to be 3D printed by 2030, Dubai ruler Sheikh Mohammed announces

Apr.27, 2016 - Dubai has launched the "Dubai 3D Printing Strategy", a unique global initiative that will exploit 3D printing technology across three key sectors: 3D printed construction, 3D printed medical applications, and 3D printed medical goods. A key goal of the project is to have 25% or more of all buildings 3D printed by the year 2030. More

Thai cement maker SCG develops an elegant 3m-tall 3D printed “pavilion” home, 21st C. Cave

Apr.27, 2016 - A group of pioneering building developers led by Thai architect Pitupong Chaowakul has just completed a gorgeous 21st century cave structure, which questions construction conventions about what a home actually looks like. More

South Korea to set up $20M research project for 3D printed ship development in Ulsan

Apr.27, 2016 - The South Korean Ministry of Trade, Industry and Energy has chosen the industrial hub of Ulsan to house the immensely ambitious five-year plan to develop complete 3D printed ships and offshore navy equipment. More

Nano Dimension survey reveals potentials for 3D printing PCB prototypes

Apr.26, 2016 - 3D printed electronics company, Nano Dimension Ltd. has recently released the findings of their 'Printer Readiness Survey', which shows the benefits 3D printing could offer companies for the prototyping of PCBs. Currently, about 93% of companies use external PCB prototyping services, which makes for high costs, and long turnaround times. More

German railway company Deutsche Bahn to set up supply chain for 3D printed spare parts

Apr.26, 2016 - German national railway company Deutsche Bahn has set up the Mobility goes Additive collaboration to explore the possibilities of a 3D printing supply chain for spare parts for trains that have been in operation for decades. More

Bring 3D printed robots to life with 'Ziro' hand-controlled robotics kit

Apr.26, 2016 - Tech startup ZeroUI, based in San Jose, California, has launched an Indiegogo campaign for Ziro, the 'world's first hand-controlled robotics kit'. The modular kit has been designed to bring 3D printed creations to life, and has already surpassed its $30,000 campaign goal. More

Paw in order: 3D printing aids recovery of 3-year-old Patch the cat

Apr.25, 2016 - 3D printing has once again proved the purr-fect solution for cats in need, with veterinary specialists from the Polish city of Łódź using the technology to create prototype prosthetic paws for a handicapped cat named Łatka—'Patch', in English. The operation was the first of its kind in Poland. More

How to make your custom 3D printed jewelry business a success

Apr.25, 2016 - If you are an aspiring 3D printed jewelry designer or have recently started your own 3D printed custom jewelry startup, 3D printer company Formlabs has some tips for you on how to make your business a success through exceptional customer experience and attention to detail. More

GE fires up world's largest jet engine, 3D printed fuel nozzles put through paces

Apr.25, 2016 - General Electric has started testing its GE9X jet engine, currently the world's largest, at a test site near Peebles, Ohio. The engine, whose front fan spans 11 feet (3.35 meters) in diameter, contains 19 3D printed fuel nozzles. More

Stratasys presents Wolfkiam and Polyomino, the first artworks created on the new J750 3D Printer

Apr.25, 2016 - 3D printing company Stratasys has demonstrated the amazing capabilities of their new J750 multi-color, multi-material 3D printer by unveiling two stunning artworks made with the machine: 'Wolfkiam" by designer Nick Ervinck, and 'Polyomino' by Jose Sanchez. More

3D bioprinted mini-brains reveal how Zika virus attacks fetal brains

Apr.25, 2016 - Researchers from the Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore have just made an important step towards curing the Zika virus, by using 3D bioprinted minibrains to see exactly how the infection process in fetuses takes place. More

3D printing helps Shine the miniature horse trot happily again

Apr.25, 2016 - The story of Shine, a sweet miniature horse, would have been a tragic one if it weren't for the help and dedication of a team of veterinarians from Colorado State University's James L. Voss Veterinary Teaching Hospital and the capabilities of 3D printing technologies. More

colorFabb launches industrial-grade Stacker S4 3D printer at Hannover Messe

Apr.25, 2016 - Dutch filament specialists colorFabb will unveil their industrial-grade Stacker S4 3D printer at the Hannover Messe this week, a 3D printer capable of printing temperatures of 300 degrees Celsius that can work with every filament on the market, including colorFabb's copolyester materials. More

3D printed tumor-cloning device could lead to more effective cancer treatments

Apr.25, 2016 - Two NDSU pharmacy students have developed a 3D printed device that can clone cancer tumors. The cloned tumors could be used to test anti-cancer drugs and provide more personalized cancer treatment options. More

Bra Theory is developing 3D modeled bras to give you the perfect fit

Apr.24, 2016 - To help give women more options for bra sizing and to improve the comfort and support of each bra, Mona Zhang, a Princeton graduate, has decided to take matters into her own hands by creating custom sized bras based off of 3D models of women's boobs with her new company Bra Theory. More

Silvia Fado's 3D printed shoes are as stunning as they are innovative

Apr.24, 2016 - Within the realm of 3D printed fashion, some of the coolest, most innovative designs have come about through the design of 3D printed shoes, as a number of innovative designers have used the technology to create unique wearables that could easily be considered works of art. Among those innovative designers is Silvia Fado, who has consistently combined fashion with architecture, and 3D printing with traditional shoe making practices to make some seriously stunning women's footwear. More

Man 3D prints beautiful and functional violin on his hobbyist ROBO 3D printer

Apr.24, 2016 - 3D print enthusiasts have been printing instruments for years now. For the most part, the best results have come from professional printers. DIYer Andrew Murrell has changed that by creating a masterpiece on nothing but his hobbyist ROBO 3D printer. More

3DTie launches 3D printed necktie collection for the 21st century man

Apr.23, 2016 - 3DTie is a collection of ingenious 3D printed neckties made on a desktop 3D printer from PLA filament. Due to their unique, interlocking design, the 3D printed ties bend and move just like fabric, and come in a wide variety of designs to allow wearer's to express their style. More

3D printing could be Pendleton Marines' next recruit

Apr.23, 2016 - The Marines of 1st Maintenance Battalion, Combat Logistics Regiment 15, 1st Marine Logistics Group, have been using 3D printers to produce replacement parts for broken equipment. Tests have shown that 3D printing could be an asset for the Marine Corps in both garrison and battlefield environments. More

3D printing news roundup: April 22, 2016

Apr.22, 2016 - Airbus APWorks begins testing its MetalFAB1 metal 3D printing system from Additive Industries, GE Power opens a new Advanced Manufacturing Works in South Carolina, and Canadian 3D printing service Agile Manufacturing acquires a massive SLA 3D printer. More

Hackers 3D print 'restricted' keys using publicly-available patents

Apr.22, 2016 - A group of lock-picking hackers based in Melbourne, Australia, has used images from publicly available patent sites to 3D print working replicas of so-called 'restricted' keys. More

Earth Day 2016: 10 3D printing projects contributing to a greener planet

Apr.22, 2016 - To celebrate Earth Day 2016, we've listed some of the top 3D printed projects and initiatives that are contributing to a more sustainable, green, and healthy environment for all. More

3D printing helps Polish cybernetics researchers create fully functional artificial heart

Apr.22, 2016 - Researchers from the Cybernetics Department of the Military University of Technology in Warsaw and the Optoelectronics Department of the Silesian University of Technology have been using 3D printed heart models for research purposes. Each heart model was made with a Zortrax M200 3D printer. More

Shell unveils 3D printed, ultra-efficient 'Project M' concept city car based on Gordon Murray's T25

Apr.22, 2016 - Shell has unveiled a new ultra-compact, energy efficient concept car as part of 'Project M', a collaboration with Gordon Murray Design and Geo Technology. The new vehicle, based on Gordon Murray's T.25 city car, contains a number of 3D printed components. More

NASA tests 3D printed methane-powered turbopump that could pave the way to Mars

Apr.22, 2016 - NASA has successfully tested a 3D printed turbopump, one of the most complex 3D printed rocket engine parts ever made, using liquid methane. The results could pave the way for future methane-fueled Mars landers. More

Life-saving 4D printed tracheal stent used during surgery on 46-year-old Chinese woman

Apr.22, 2016 - Surgeons in the Tang Du Hospital in Xi'an have just used a 4D printed tracheal stent to save the life of a 46-year-old Chinese woman with severe a respiratory obstruction, and have become the first in China to use 4D printing in a clinical situation. More

How 3D printing could potentially advance Alzheimer's research

Apr.22, 2016 - In seeing the impact 3D printing has made in the medical field, we at 3Ders asked ourselves what the potentials of 3D printing could be in regards to a poorly understood, but quite common disease: Alzheimer's. More

Russia could use 3D printing to build a base on the Moon

Apr.21, 2016 - According to the head of its national Center for the Study of Natural Substances, Russia could use 3D printing and a patented 'gyroscopic mill' to build a habitable base on the polar region of the Moon. Settlers would create a powdered 3D printing material from processed lunar regolith. More

Siemens unveils cluster of 3D printing spider robots

Apr.21, 2016 - A team of researchers from the Princeton campus of Siemens Corporate Technology has created a cluster of spider-like 3D printing robots. The spider-bots, dubbed SiSpis, have been designed to work autonomously and collaboratively, and can even recharge themselves. More

Daniel Warnecke brings classical paintings to life with 3D printed sculptures

Apr.21, 2016 - UK artist Daniel Warnecke will be showcasing his remarkable reimagined and 3D printed versions of classic paintings and photographs in three London galleries. More

SD3D spends over 3000 printing hours on record-breaking 'The Largest 3D Printed City' model

Apr.21, 2016 - San Diego 3D printing service SD3D has just completed work on a record breaking 3D printed city model depicting the vast client portfolio of Aon, which took more than 3,000 printing hours to make. More

Fab City, sustainable & self-sufficient cities project opened its doors in Amsterdam

Apr.21, 2016 - The Fab City sustainable cities project has opened its doors in Amsterdam to showcase a wide variety of urban technological innovations, including the metal 3D printer by MX3D and a concrete 3D printer operated by BAM. More

GCODE.Clay explores digital design and art through 3D printed ceramics

Apr.21, 2016 - A number of artists have begun to work with 3D printing, using the technological medium as a way to explore notions of art, the maker, and digital automated culture. In a recent artistic endeavour, Berkeley, California based design studio Rael San Fratello, have continued this exploration with their 3D printed pottery project entitled GCODE.Clay. More

3D printed replicas of 5000-year-old Ötzi the Iceman set to tour the US

Apr.21, 2016 - The three 3D printed medical-grade replicas made of the famous Ötzi the Iceman by Materialise and US paleo artist Gary Staab are set to travel to the US, with one becoming part of a travelling exhibition that starts in North Caroline in October 2017. More

NASA researching aerosol jet tech for 3D printed densely populated electronic assemblies

Apr.20, 2016 - A group of NASA researchers at the Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, is assessing the potential of aerosol jet printing (direct-write manufacturing) for creating 3D printed detector assemblies. The technology could also be used to print antennas and other hardware directly onto spacecraft. More

Israel Defense Forces using 3D printing to restore 30-year-old Air Force planes

Apr.20, 2016 - The Israel Defense Forces (IDF) are using 3D printers to restore or recycle decades-old equipment, with the Israeli Air Force (IAF) benefitting most fully from the initiative. The IAF's Aerial Maintenance Unit (AMU) is presently 3D printing replacement parts for aircraft up to 30 years old. More

Airbus receives first two highly efficient LEAP-1A engines featuring 3D printed fuel nozzles

Apr.20, 2016 - European aircraft manufacturers Airbus have just received the first two LEAP-1A engines for their next-gen Airbus A320neo passenger jets, which feature 3D printed superalloy fuel nozzles and are far more fuel efficient than currently used engines. More

Northwell Health plans spinoff of body-part 3D bioprinting venture

Apr.20, 2016 - A promising 3D bioprinting solution by Northwell Health researchers has just won The Northwell Innovation Contest and $100,000 in funding, and will be turned into a separate company to further commercialize the technology. More

Loughborough project aims to produce personalized, 3D printed fashion in 24 hours or less

Apr.20, 2016 - Loughborough University and global garment manufacturer Yeh Group have teamed up for the 3D Fashion project, which seeks to design and create personalized 3D printed clothing and shoes ethically, sustainably, and on-demand within 24 hours. More

3D printed Lego-inspired modules could help democratize microfluidic technology

Apr.19, 2016 - Researchers from Cardiff University have proven that it is possible to create complex microfluidic devices using a cheap and commercially-available FDM 3D printer. More

Philip the 'lucky duck' is walking again thanks to 3D printed feet

Apr.19, 2016 - Philip the duck, like a number of animals before him, has been given a new lease on life thanks to the kindness of a few people and the capabilities of 3D printing technologies. More

3D printed prototype of Aurora and DARPA's VTOL X-Plane takes flight

Apr.19, 2016 - Aurora Flight Sciences, commissioned by the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), has announced that it has successfully flown a subscale vehicle demonstrator (SVD) or prototype of its VTOL X-Plane, which was made with the help of 3D printing technologies. More

3D Printed Band-Aids could reduce the spread of drug resistant bacteria

Apr.19, 2016 - If the decreasing effectiveness of 20th century wonder drug penicillin is any indication, our fight against dangerous bacteria is not over yet. Researchers at the Nanchang University have developed a 3D printable bandaid that allows release control of their anti-bacterial strategies. More

April 18th: 3D printing news roundup

Apr.18, 2016 - Today was a busy day in the 3D printing world, with new 3D printers unveiled, design contests opened, and updates provided about one of the most exciting 3D printing gadgets of the year. More

Experience the sci-fi future of 3D bioprinting with artist Floris Kaayk’s The Modular Project

Apr.18, 2016 - In The Modular Body project, Dutch visual artist Floris Kaayk shares a multi-layered media platform packed with videos detailing the birth and life of the fictional and blood-sucking Oscar organism, the world's first 3D bioprinted lifeform. More

British Royal Navy uses 3D printed drone to navigate through ice in the Antarctic

Apr.18, 2016 - The British Royal Navy has just revealed that they have successfully tested a 3D printed drone in the frozen seas of the Antarctic, where it was used as a long-range reconnaissance tool that can help ships find their way through the thick ice. More

Boeing files patent for artificial 3D printed ice blocks used for next-gen flight testing

Apr.18, 2016 - In a new patent application, Boeing details their plans for artificial 3D printed ice shapes made from plastic or composite materials which simulate a variety of icy conditions and be used for much more detailed aircraft certification processes. More

2-year-old Maia to become world's first patient to receive functional 3D printed ear

Apr.18, 2016 - Project Maia is about to kick off at the Queensland University of Technology in Australia, in which researchers will develop a functional 3D printed ear for a two-year-old girl born with just one ear. More

McDonald's 'Always Working' ad brought to life with 3D printing and stop-motion animation

Apr.17, 2016 - McDonald's, known for their creative and original advertising, has recently launched a set of ad spots about their new and improved Happy Meal which features stop motion and 3D printed characters. More

3D printed dragon door knocker is artist Sonia Verdu's latest fiery creation

Apr.17, 2016 - Spanish artist Sonia Verdu has created a 3D printed 'dragon knocker', an imitation iron door knocker shaped like the head of a dragon. The designer has shared her process and 3D printing files on Instructables. More

Student shares beautiful trading cards of four 3D printable viruses

Apr.17, 2016 - Biology PhD student Eleanor Lutz from the University of Washington has just shared four very cool trading cards of viruses, which can also be 3D printed as fantastic educational models. More

Open-source 3D printed WireBeings robot allows for voice controlled wifi functionality at a bargain

Apr.17, 2016 - The emergence of open-source componential technology and 3D printing has brought the price of robotics down without sacrificing ability in recent years. A new 3D printed Arduino powered chasis by WireBeings illustrates this point point yet again. More

Gray Kid the parrot eats again after receiving a 3D printed beak at Chinese zoo

Apr.17, 2016 - Gray Kid the parrot, one of the residents of the Nanjing Hongshan Forest Zoo in China, has been given a chance at a normal life after receiving a 3D printed beak that lets him eat normally again. More

Yale 3D prints 3,800 year old Babylonian geometry tablet, to be used in classrooms

Apr.16, 2016 - Yale University's Babylonian Collection has partnered with the IPCH to 3D scan and print a 3,800 year old geometric tablet that shows Old Babylonian society understood the Pythagorean theorem and other mathematical principles. More

Portuguese maker 3D prints working replica of Hidden Blade from Assassin's Creed

Apr.16, 2016 - Portuguese engineer Jo'o Duarte has 3D printed an amazing tribute to the Assassin's Creed video game franchise, an actually functioning hidden sliding blade from Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag with OTF mechanism. More

Google engineers create WebUSB API to connect USB devices securely to the web

Apr.16, 2016 - Google engineers Reilly Grant and Ken Rockot have just submitted a proposal for WebUSB API, which would make it a lot easier for developers of 3D printers and other hardware to safely configure and update USB-based devices through a web application. More

Guido Salimbeni's 3D artworks bring traditional painting to life with 3D printing

Apr.16, 2016 - Guido Salimbeni is an Italian artist based in Florence who has worked with both traditional oil painting and modern 3D modeling and printing techniques. His artworks represent a merging of old and new and showcase the aesthetic possibilities of introducing a new technical method, 3D printing, to an age-old form of art, painting. More

Gartner: 65% of supply chain professionals to invest in 3D printing

Apr.15, 2016 - A recent Gartner report on 3D printing and supply chains has revealed that 65% of supply chain professionals are using or will invest in 3D printing within the next two years, and that 29% said the 'primary value' of 3D printing is in transforming the customer experience. More

Reduce 3D print failures with this clever 3D printer error detection & correction system

Apr.15, 2016 - Chris Barr, an engineering and 3D printing blogger from Adelaide, Australia, has used magnetic encoders to create a 3D printer error detection system. According to Barr, the modification could be used to minimize errors caused by overheating stepper drivers, belt slips, and accidental filament buildup. More

Dutch Minister for Economic Affairs Henk Kamp tests 3D printed steel bicycle

Apr.15, 2016 - At the sixth edition of the Innovation Expo in Amsterdam, the Dutch Minister for Economic Affairs Henk Kamp took the 3D printed steel Arc Bicycle for a test ride. More

Utrecht University's 'Tissue Factory' perform test with 3D bioprinted rabbit shoulder implant

Apr.15, 2016 - The 3D bioprinting specialists from the University of Utrecht's Tissue Factory have developed a hydrogel that is perfect for creating bone and cartilage implants, and have already tested the material with a rabbit shoulder implant. More

3D printed Tracer gun from Overwatch gets electronic redesign

Apr.15, 2016 - 3D designer Simone Fontana has teamed up with Adafruit experts to create a 3D printed Tracer Gun 2.0 with smartphone-controlled electronics that allow it to light up just like in the game. More

BoxBotix 3-in-1 3D printed modular core lets you hover, soar or drive around with ease

Apr.15, 2016 - The emergence of modular technology allows hackers and makers to develop powerful new technology thanks to adaptable sensors and 3D printed components. BoxBotix wants to take the modular philosophy to the RC world by introducing their 3-in-1 module. More

Rice University students develop force-testing device for 3D printed prosthetic hands

Apr.14, 2016 - A team of students from Rice University calling themselves Carpal Diem has developed a force testing device to ensure that 3D printed prosthetic hands made for children are as efficient as possible. They are hoping to introduce their project to the e-NABLE community. More

byFlow serves delicious five course 3D printed meal at pop-up restaurant

Apr.14, 2016 - During the 3D Food Printing Conference held in Venlo earlier this week, Dutch food 3D printing startup byFlow teamed up with Spanish chef Mateo Blanch to serve an exclusive 3D printed five course meal in a pop-up restaurant. More

LA Dodgers make MLB history with 3D printed helmet logos

Apr.14, 2016 - Florida-based 3D printing firm Dimension Works and sportswear specialist Pro Helmet Decals have together made Major League Baseball history by producing 3D printed embossed logos for the LA Dodgers' new matte-finish helmets. The logos were printed on an EnvisionTEC Ultra 3SP 3D Printer. More

China's first zero-gravity 3D printing experiment successfully completed

Apr.14, 2016 - Though NASA has been experimenting with zero-gravity 3D printing for some time, China is not far behind and has just successfully completed an extensive testing program for their own zero-gravity 3D printer at a test site in France. More

3D printed flying 'Robirds': an incredible new breed of scarecrow

Apr.14, 2016 - Dutch company Clear Flight Solutions is a provider of remote control 3D printed birds, which can be used on farms, airports, and other locations to scare off real birds. The Materialise-produced 'Robirds' are laser sintered in glass-filled polyamide and hand-painted for realism. More

Blowing bubbles! 9-year-old's 3D printed wand tested by Obama at White House Science Fair

Apr.14, 2016 - At the annual White House Science Fair, the nine-year-old and ambitious Jacob Leggette from Baltimore impressed President Obama with a variety of 3D printed creations, including a functional bubble blowing wand. More

3D printed medical models can change our understanding of animal anatomy

Apr.14, 2016 - A team of Danish researchers from the University of Aarhus have completed a study that shows that biologists and archeologists can vastly increase their understanding of animal and fossil anatomy with the help of 3D scanning and 3D printed models. More

3D printed infographics add a touch of playfulness to company's annual report

Apr.14, 2016 - Belgian biopharmaceutical company Ablynx has again enlisted the help of creative design studio Coming Soon to create a series of inspired and amusing 3D printed infographics for their annual report. More

Beautifully detailed 3D printed moon brings lunar light into your home

Apr.13, 2016 - MOON is the first topographically accurate lunar globe that displays actual lunar-phases in real-time. The 1/20 scale Moon replica includes every known crater, ridge, and mountain in stunning detail, and was created using 3D CAD and 3D printing technology. More

64-year-old Israeli cancer patient receives 3D printed jaw implant

Apr.13, 2016 - A 64-year-old man from Tiberias, Israel, has become one of the first people in the country to receive a titanium 3D printed jaw prosthetic thanks to maxillofacial surgeons at the Baruch Padeh Medical Center and 3D printing specialists from A.B. Dental. More

Toyota uBox, the car designed for Generation Z, features 3D printed dashboard

Apr.13, 2016 - Toyota has just revealed their uBox car concept, featuring a bold design and an interior that can be fully customized with 3D printing, all aimed at catching the eye of the busy and big spending Generation Z. More

Fully customizable 3D Printed Deadpool Knife Block impresses on Instructables

Apr.13, 2016 - Sometimes you just need a better place for your knives. Instructables user BrittLiv thought that one day and was inspired to learn the ins and outs of free 3D modelling software to 3D print a Deadpool Knife Block. More

GE uses 3D printing to prototype desk-size carbon dioxide turbine that can power a small town

Apr.13, 2016 - Engineers from GE Global Research have used 3D printing to prototype a very compact, clean and efficient turbine that can use heat waste and carbon dioxide to provide power to around 10,000 homes. More

German company shapeWerk 3D prints amazing custom terrain maps

Apr.13, 2016 - In recent years, 3D printing technologies have opened the doors for some innovative landscape model projects. German company shapeWerk is one of those as it is using 3D scanning and printing technologies to create amazing custom terrain maps based off of elevation data and aerial 3D scans. More

Google awards $20 million to 3D printing and tech solutions for people with disabilities

Apr.13, 2016 - Google.org has announced the official winners of the Google Impact Challenge: Disabilities. Amongst the 29 global nonprofits are several organizations using the power of 3D printing to create meaningful change in people's lives. More

FrieslandCampina and Wageningen University 3D print protein-rich, dairy-based foods

Apr.12, 2016 - Researchers from the Laboratory of Food Process Engineering at Wageningen University and FrieslandCampina are researching methods for 3D printing protein-rich foods using sodium caseinate, a high-quality protein found in'milk. More

Does the 3D printed 'NextGen spaceframe' represent the future of automobile design?

Apr.12, 2016 - EDAG Engineering, Laser Zentrum Nord, Concept Laser, and the BLM Group have created the 3D printed, bionically optimized NextGen spaceframe, a lightweight and flexible car body produced using a combination of additive manufacturing, laser welding, and laser bending techniques. More

3D printed knee model to evaluate patellar disorders and surgical approaches

Apr.12, 2016 - A group of researchers has developed a new, low-cost method for studying knee pain and immobility caused by abnormal movement of the patella. The method used a realistic 3D printed model knee and 3D printed navigation system. More

Osiris BioMed 3D developing a 'Mobile 3D Print Container' to be deployed in natural disaster zones

Apr.12, 2016 - Osiris BioMed 3D has recently announced, at the opening of New York's Inside 3D Printing event, that it will be developing a sort of mobile 3D printing container, to be used in case of emergencies and natural disasters. More

Chinese students 3D prints three gorgeous bone structure dresses inspired by Greek mythology

Apr.12, 2016 - At the Wuhan Textile University Fashion Week, Chinese fashion design student Tang Xiao showcased three gorgeous 3D printed dresses, all featuring white bone-like structures inspired by the Sirens of Greek mythology. More

Bamboo Bicycle Club 3D prints a bamboo-framed bike in just 8 hours

Apr.12, 2016 - At an open event at the Design Museum in London, the biking enthusiasts from the Bamboo Bicycle Club have successfully 3D printed and ridden a bamboo-framed bike that offers us a glimpse of the future of bicycles. More

Pockulus is a $49 smartphone-free, portable DIY VR headset with 3D printed facemask

Apr.12, 2016 - Oakland hardware specialists Next Thing have transformed their CHIP circuit board into the low cost, smartphone-free VR headset called Pockulus, which is perfect for playing retro games and is completed with a 3D printed headset. More

Austrian startup Zweikampf unveils super thin 3D printed shin-guards

Apr.11, 2016 - In an innovative step towards the optimization of soccer sports equipment, Austrian startup Zweikampf is introducing a new type of highly protective but physically inconspicuous 3D printed shin guards, which could potentially change the game. More

New Balance to sell 44 pairs of $400 3D printed 'Zante Generate' shoes ahead of Boston Marathon

Apr.11, 2016 - Footwear giant New Balance today announced the launch of its 3D printed Zante Generate running shoe. 44 pairs will be made available on Friday, April 15, both online and at the New Balance store in Boston, to commemorate the 44th anniversary of chairman Jim Davis' acquisition of the company. More

'Smart' 3D printed spray can allows inexperienced users to paint giant murals

Apr.11, 2016 - While robots have been designed to take over many of our menial tasks in life, there is one sphere of production that has for the most part remained dependant on the human element: the production of art. Now, however, thanks to researchers from Dartmouth University, large-scale spray painted murals, can be done by a robot. More

RetroFab system retrofits and connects appliances using 3D printed proxy interfaces and sensors

Apr.11, 2016 - A team of researchers collaborating with Autodesk Research have developed RetroFab, a system which provides users with a design and fabrication environment through which they can easily retrofit and repurpose their existing physical appliances and interfaces using 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies. More

Report:​ 3D printing creates unprecedented range of military threats

Apr.11, 2016 - Though 3D printing can significantly boost military innovation, a new report by retired US Marine Corps officer T.X. Hammes argues that it also creates wide range of new military threats from smaller nations, insurgents and terrorists. More

Flexible 3D printed Bend splint to facilitate common finger fracture treatment

Apr.11, 2016 - A team of researchers from Singapore reveals that we don't need to immobilize our finger after a dislocation or fracture, as their innovative 3D printed Bend splint allows for limited movement of the finger while healing. More

3D printed bioceramic implants for bone repair to enter market soon

Apr.11, 2016 - European research project RESTORATION has developed a 3D printed, fully resorbable bioceramic plug that could be used in minimally invasive surgeries to treat arthritis. The product is being further developed by JRI Orthopaedics and could enter the market within a few years. More

3D printed heart model helps save 5-day-old baby

Apr.11, 2016 - A 5-day-old baby boy was rushed to the St. Petersburg State Paediatric University Hospital in Russia with a life-threatening congenital heart defect known as Taussig-Bing malformation. A 3D printed heart model helped the doctors and baby's parents confidently move forward through two successful surgeries. More

LoRaWAN network offers low-cost solution for connecting 3D printed devices to the Internet of Things

Apr.9, 2016 - Dutch specialists have just installed the first LoRaWAN antenna in Zwolle, and believe that this alternative, low cost and efficient internet source could be key in realizing commercial 3D printed wearables, sensors and the adoption of the Internet of Things. More

Baby's first 3D printed sword proves it's never too early to cosplay

Apr.9, 2016 - Matthew Harrell, a.k.a Targ, has 3D printed an epically-adorable miniature sword rattle for his 8-month-old son. Made from non-toxic and kid-safe materials, the 3D printed baby sword rattler will deck out your kids before they can even say the word "cosplay." More

3D printed 'Encode Ring' turns your voice into jewelry

Apr.9, 2016 - The team of designers behind Japanese 3D printing service 3Dwave has unveiled its latest product. The Encode Ring is a personalized 3D printed ring shaped like the sound wave of the customer's voice, created using audio data from a user-uploaded three-second video. More

Charlene Thuring & 3D Concept Studio create Sri Lanka's first 3D printed wedding dress

Apr.9, 2016 - Sri Lankan fashion designer Charlene Thuring, founder of c.h.a.r.l.e.n.e partnered with local additive manufacturing firm 3D Concept Studio to create Sri Lanka's very first (and exceptionally stunning) 3D printed wedding dress. More

Doorways: a 3D printed homage to H.P. Lovecraft and classic horror fiction

Apr.8, 2016 - 3D artist Shane Bevin is working on a 3D printed tribute to classic horror fiction writer H.P. Lovecraft. Titled 'Doorways', the work comments on the hidden horrors that lurk just below the surface of everyday life. More

'Plastigrapher' Paul Mahoney redefines 3D art with 3Doodler 3D printing pen

Apr.8, 2016 - Paul Mahoney, the recipient of 3Doodler's 2015 Mixed Media Award, has made some truly impressive and inspiring pieces of art using the popular 3D printing pen. He has even coined a new term for his artistic medium: Plastigraphy. More

Nia Technologies and Vorum join forces to bring 3D printed prosthetics to children in Uganda

Apr.8, 2016 - Canadian non-profit social enterprise Nia Technologies and prosthetic design software specialists Vorum have joined forces to bring a production system for 3D printed prosthetics to children in Uganda, where more than 90,000 disabled children are in need. More

ORNL and TU collaborate with high schoolers to create 3D printed self-locking nail

Apr.8, 2016 - Researchers from ORNL and the Tennessee University have taken time off from their busy schedules to help two local high school students prototype and 3D print a very clever design for a self-locking nail. More

Skafoldo: Unfold and Materialise reimagine support structures as 3D printed art

Apr.7, 2016 - For Milan Design Week 2016, Belgian design studio Unfold and Materialise partnered to create Skafoldo, an art project that asks if 3D printed support structures can be as beautiful as they are utilitarian. More

Alcoa to supply Airbus with metal 3D printed airplane parts

Apr.7, 2016 - Alcoa has today announced an agreement with Airbus Group to supply 3D printed titanium fuselage and engine pylon components for Airbus' commercial aircrafts as early as mid-2016. More

Michael Ruddy reveals secrets behind his 3D printed 'Captain Hook' hook

Apr.7, 2016 - Veteran prop artist Michael Ruddy of Hero Complex Props has just revealed some of the key techniques he uses to achieve high quality results on his amazing 3D printed 'Captain Hook' hook. More

New 3D Printed Pip-boy 3000 Mark II hits Instructables with more bells and whistles than ever

Apr.7, 2016 - The Fallout video game series has attracted 3D printing enthusiasts for years now. The newest DIY 3D printed Pip-boy 3000, the game's infamous arm command console, has just been released with almost as many features as the real thing. More

Materialise and HOYA Vision Care develop 3D printed eye care technology

Apr.7, 2016 - Belgian 3D printing company Materialise has recently announced an exciting new partnership with HOYA Vision Care to develop innovative visualization and eye testing technologies that could change the nature of eye care and your next visit to the optometrist. More

GE’s $200M ‘Brilliant’ 3D printing factory in Pune, India to develop critical end-use parts

Apr.7, 2016 - GE's $200 million, Multi-Modal advanced manufacturing facility in Pune, India, could revolutionize 3D printing and cause a ripple effect in the country's manufacturing industry. The giant facility, located in Pune, near Mumbai, covers 67 acres. More

Roger Bacon Eyewear: An eyewear 3D printed to perfectly fit your face, now coming to US market

Apr.7, 2016 - Dutch startup Roger Bacon Eyewear is changing the very nature of eyewear, with a 3D scanning and 3D printing process that enables clients to order a perfectly-fitting pair of glasses that meets all their wishes and facial features perfectly. They are now coming for the US market. More

Grab a coffee with Stephen Fry thanks to 3D printed coffee art

Apr.7, 2016 - Stephen Fry has been named the UK's #1 dream coffee date. To celebrate, CEL, makers of the Robox 3D printer, have 3D printed a coffee stencil of the actor's face so that anyone can have their coffee with a side of Fry. More

Noordung's e-bike features a novel 3D printed powerbox that lets you listen to music while you ride

Apr.7, 2016 - Slovenian startup Noordung is designing a new type of e-bike system using 3D printing technologies. The system not only powers your bike, but works as a sound system, making biking and listening to music safer than ever. More

PyroGenesis to set up independent company for its 3D printable metal powder production department

Apr.7, 2016 - Canadian plasma systems developer PyroGenesis, who have only just moved into 3D printable powders last year, have just announced that they will be moving that department into a new, unnamed company that will begin production in Q3 2016. More

RZR: redesigning the classic men's razor with 3D printing

Apr.7, 2016 - The RZR is a high quality, all metal, wet shaving system that comes with a lifetime warranty and was created using rapid prototyping and 3D printing technology. More

Havenlabs to help US war veterans with flexible & customizable 3D printed prosthetics

Apr.6, 2016 - The very young and inspiring startup Havenlabs is one step closer towards providing US war veterans with very flexible and customizable 3D printed prosthetics, after receiving GoFundMe backing and a with Google office scholarship. More

3D printer company MakerBot downsizes Brooklyn production space by more than 25%

Apr.6, 2016 - MakerBot Industries, the trailblazing New York City-based 3D printer company, has vacated over 65,000 square feet of its Industry City production premises. The company now occupies about 135,000 square feet at the property, 40% less than it had at its peak. More

3D printed Weebo from Flubber can talk, take pictures, and let you relive a childhood classic

Apr.6, 2016 - 3D printing engineer Ed Zarick is designing and building a functional Weebo from the Disney classic Flubber. The 3D printed replica will be able to talk, take and print photos, project films, and even simulate flight, just like in the film. More

MIT creates first ever 3D printed hydraulic robots that can walk out of the printer

Apr.6, 2016 - Researchers from MIT's CSAIL have developed the first ever 3D printed robots made from both solid and liquid materials. The hydraulic-powered 3D printed robots can virtually 'walk right out' of the machine with no assembly required. More

BonaDrone's 3D printed Mosquito drone officially launches on Indiegogo

Apr.6, 2016 - For our readers who have been anxiously awaiting the launch of BonaDrone's 3D printed, modular Mosquito Drone since we last wrote about it, now is the chance to get involved, as their crowdfunding campaign has just launched on Indiegogo. More

New 3D printer filaments Arnitel & Novamid ID come packed with flexibility & temperature resistance in mind

Apr.6, 2016 - The diversification of 3D printer materials on the FDM side is essential to pushing the industry forward. Two new filaments, the flexible Arnitel ID and rigid temperature resistent Novamid ID are getting ready to launch in May thanks to a newly formed partnership. More

The Next Rembrandt: 17th century artist brought back to life with 3D printed painting

Apr.5, 2016 - Using deep learning algorithms, facial recognition software, and 3D scanning and 3D printing technology, experts from Microsoft, TU Delft and the art community have 3D printed a brand new Rembrandt painting titled The Next Rembrandt. More

3D printing guru Michael Curry harnesses wind power with 3D printed turbine and generator

Apr.5, 2016 - The Kansas City-based 3D printing guru Michael Curry has harnessed the power of the wind with the 3D printed Whirligig wind turbine, to which he attached a generator made from an old 17 NEMA stepper motor. More

MediPrint's 3D-printed NovaCast is breathable and lightweight, could replace itchy, smelly plaster casts in the future

Apr.5, 2016 - The Mexican medical 3D printing startup MediPrint is developing the 3D printed NovaCast, a lightweight alternative for unhygienic plaster casts that can be removed, washed, customized and is far less cumbersome. More

Open-source motorcycle Tinker to include 3D printed trick-parts in upcoming city edition

Apr.5, 2016 - Makerspaces and FabLabs around the world are providing the tools to custom manufacture things unthinkable only a few years ago. Jack Lennie's Tinker is following in this tradition by utilizing locally available fabrication tools to produce a motorcycle kit that can be completed with minimal know-how. More

Otterbox achieves 8-week product cycles with new Stratasys J750 3D printer

Apr.5, 2016 - The immense prototyping power of the high speed, multi-material, multi-color J750 3D printer by Stratasys already looked great on power, but is now further emphasized by the Beta testing program by smartphone case developer Otterbox. More

This 3D printed bell illuminates whenever God is mentioned on Twitter

Apr.5, 2016 - Diego Zaks, an artist from New York, has built an art installation consisting of a digital display and 3D printed bell. The bell illuminates whenever somebody tweets with the hashtag #God, an occurrence which takes place roughly every two seconds. More

This 3D printed PET safe designed for mining industry is both secure and undetectable

Apr.4, 2016 - 24 Hour Locksmith Brisbane, an Australian locksmithing and security specialist, has created a high-security 3D printed safe. The PET container has been designed for use with sensitive electronic equipment and in areas of high radiation, where traditional metal safes could prove hazardous. More

3D printed drone-in-a-phone by Buzz Technology among finalists of British Inventors Project 2016

Apr.4, 2016 - Inventor Senake Atureliya of Buzz Technology was among the finalists of last weekend's British Inventors Project 2016, thanks to two intriguing 3D printed smartphone camera solutions: the Drone-in-a-Phone and Cam-on-a-Cable. More

Netherlands to unveil full-size T. Rex skeleton that highlights 3D printed missing bones

Apr.4, 2016 - Researchers from the Naturalis Biodiversity Center in Leiden, The Netherlands have partnered with Ultimaker to 3D print the missing bones from a T. Rex skeleton. The partially 3D printed dinosaur skeleton will be unveiled in a new exhibition September 2016. More

Life-saving overdose teatment naloxone gets user-friendly 3D printed redesign

Apr.3, 2016 - San Francisco design firm Frog has redesigned a convoluted drug administering system for naloxone, commonly used to reverse deadly heroin overdoses. Using 3D printing and rapid prototyping technology, Frog has created a fool-proof nasal spray that has been likened to the "EpiPen for heroin". More

Researchers take to the skies with energy-efficient 3D printed bat surveillance robots

Apr.3, 2016 - A team of researchers from the University of Illinois are turning the concept of drones upside down with 3D printed wing-powered bat-like surveillance robots that are far more efficient energy users. More

Hy5 receives Eurostar funding for titanium 3D printed myoelectric prosthetic hands

Apr.2, 2016 - Norwegian startup Hy5 has received roughly '1 million in funding through Eureka's Eurostars program, plus an additional '400,000+ in investments, to bring their cost effective, high quality and functional titanium 3D printed myoelectric prosthetics to market. More

Relentless Designs add fourth augmented reality dimension to 3D printed models

Apr.2, 2016 - 3D modeling expert Vinny Savoy of Relentless Designs now offers augmented reality models, that combine 3D printed structures with a smartphone-based view of what the interior could look like or looked like in the past. More

Melissa Ng's 3D printed health potion pendant to raise money for friend's cancer treatment

Apr.2, 2016 - 3D designer Melissa Ng has used her stunning talents to create a 3D printed health potion pendant in an effort to raise money for her friend's father's cancer treatment. More

Scientists create 3D printed electronic egg that can spy on endangered vulture nests

Apr.2, 2016 - Using 3D printing and micro-controllers, the International Centre for Birds of Prey (ICBP) in the UK and Microduino are hoping to learn more about a critically endangered species of vulture in order to better understand the species and what it needs to survive. More

This next-gen. 3D printed heat exchanger weighs 20% less, performs 20% more efficient

Apr.2, 2016 - A team of researchers from the University of Maryland have teamed up with 3D Systems and used their direct metal 3D printing technology to revolutionize heat exchangers, making them 20 percent more efficient and cheaper and easier to manufacture. More

3D printed ovary implants to treat female infertility successfully tested in mice

Apr.1, 2016 - Researchers from Northwestern University have created and successfully tested 3D printed ovary implants that could restore fertility and hormone function in women who have survived childhood cancer or were born with reduced ovarian function. More

Man builds $50,000 3D printed life-sized robot that looks just like Scarlett Johansson

Apr.1, 2016 - Self-trained robotics engineer Ricky Ma has 3D printed a humanoid robot that looks and moves exactly like Hollywood star Scarlett Johansson. Ma spent $50,000 and a year and a half developing the Mark 1 prototype, all to fulfill his childhood dream. More

Futuristic Trayser e-bike lets you 3D print your own replacement parts

Apr.1, 2016 - The Trayser, created by New Zealand based company ETT Industries, is no regular e-bike, as it is the first of its kind to allow its riders to 3D print replacement parts. The partially 3D printed bike is retailing for £1,700 ($2,430). More

3D print and trim your very own plastic bonsai tree

Apr.1, 2016 - Innovative Japanese design firm Nendo has recently announced plans to launch a crowdfunding campaign for its lovely 3D printed bonsai trees, which can even be trimmed by hand. More

Russian 3D printed microsatellite Tomsk-TPU-120 successfully launched from Baikonur launch site

Apr.1, 2016 - The Tomsk-TPU-120, the first Russian-made 3D printed microsatellite, has just been successfully launched into space from the Baikonur launch site, and is on schedule to dock into the ISS tomorrow. More

Aalto University and VTT Finland launch 3D printed spare parts research project

Apr.1, 2016 - Aalto University and VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland Ltd have begun a research project focused on the development of 3D printed spare parts. Aalto and VTT will work with thirteen participating companies, studying operating and earnings models in order to establish a functional network. More

Raytheon to use 3D printing to scale up weapon systems and realize hypersonic missiles

Apr.1, 2016 - US defense contractor Raytheon has revealed that they have adopted a large scale metal 3D printer that will be used to scale up weapon systems production and even realize hypersonic missiles, that travel at five times the speed of sound. More

Injection molding meets 3D printing in this 300 piece 3D printed injection molding machine

Mar.31, 2016 - Symbolically combining two of the biggest manufacturing technologies today, 3D designer Luca Toson has created a 3D printed injection molding machine, consisting of 300 individual 3D printed parts. More

WinSun 3D prints two gorgeous concrete Chinese courtyards inspired by the ancient Suzhou gardens

Mar.31, 2016 - Chinese construction 3D printing pioneers WinSun have just unveiled two gorgeous 3D printed Chinese courtyards, made from concrete and inspired by the renowned and ancient Suzhou gardens. More

3D printed surgical guide helps treat man with severely deformed spine

Mar.31, 2016 - A man in China suffering from severe ankylosing spondylitis, a form of spinal arthritis that had caused his spine to curve nearly 110 degrees, has undergone a successful osteotomy surgery thanks to a custom 3D printed surgical guide. The surgery is the first of its kind in China. More

Australian periodontist receives $500K grant for development of 3D bioprinted teeth and gum tissue

Mar.31, 2016 - Australian periodontist Professor Saso Ivanovski, from Griffith University's Menzies Institute, has been given a government grant to develop 3D bioprinted teeth and gum tissue and believes this will be a far less expensive and invasive dental disease solution. More

Shanghai funeral home 3D prints missing body parts to repair corpses

Mar.31, 2016 - The Longhua funeral home in Shanghai is reportedly the first funeral service in China to integrate state of the art 3D printing technologies into their practices, using the technology to either partially of fully repair dead bodies. More

FreeBird Flight launches Kickstarter for 3D printed weatherproof commercial FreeBird One UAV

Mar.31, 2016 - Maker Roger Freeman has launched a $50,000 Kickstarter campaign for his robust, fast, and weatherproofed FreeBird One UAV. With the campaign, he is hoping to introduce his drone commercially. More

Renovis' 3D printed Tesera titanium stand-alone cervical cage receives FDA clearance

Mar.31, 2016 - American implant manufacturer Renovis Surgical Technologies, Inc. announced that its 3D printed titanium stand-alone cervical cage has been approved by the FDA.The implant, called Tesera SC, is a Porous Titanium Cervical Interbody Fusion System. More

3D printed Caravaggio painting allows visually impaired to 'touch' light and shadow

Mar.30, 2016 - Italian 3D printing project MakersForArt has created a 3D printed version of Caravaggio's 'Flagellation of Christ' for the visually impaired that represents the artist's use of light and dark in a truly tactile way. More

Researchers develop clog-resistant filtration system inspired by 3D printed fish mouths

Mar.30, 2016 - A team of researchers from the College of William and Mary, led by professor Laurie Sanderson, has developed a new clog-resistant filtration system that has been inspired by 3D printed models of fish mouths and can control particles without stopping flow. More

e-NABLE and Simplify3D create 3D printed hand for inspiring fourth grader

Mar.30, 2016 - Inspiring fourth grader Peyton Andry, born with a condition called symbrachydactyly, has received a 3D printed hand made by volunteers at e-NABLE and the team at Simplify3D. More

Futuristic 3D printed Youbionic prosthetic now available for pre-order

Mar.30, 2016 - The very impressive Italian-made Youbionic bionic prosthetic hand, 3D printed using selective laser sintering technology, is edging towards completion and is now available for pre-order. More

See how a 3D printed car is really made with Local Motors' 3D Printing 101

Mar.30, 2016 - To show how exactly a 3D printed car is made, Local Motors has put together a brief '3D Printing 101' video that explains how engineers move from a digital 3D file to a functional 3D printed car part you can hold in your hands. More

3D printed 'SelfieBot' goes open source to encourage student robotics

Mar.29, 2016 - The team behind the 3D printed 'SelfieBot' has open coded its smartphone telepresence robot for schools and universities, to encourage students and young makers to build their own versions. SelfieBot remains available to buy either as a DIY kit or pre-assembled device. More

3D printed prosthetic leg covering takes e-NABLE to 'Next Step', scoops $10K prize

Mar.29, 2016 - A group of e-NABLE student volunteers from the University of Wisconsin, Milwaukee is running a 3D printed prosthetic leg covering project called 'Next Step'. The project, led by e-NABLE stalwart Frankie Flood, recently received a $10,000 prize from the Infymakers Challenge. More

10-year-old 3D prints prosthetic arm that shoots out glitter with help of Autodesk and KIDmob

Mar.29, 2016 - 10-year-old Jordan Reeves has designed and 3D printed prosthetic arm that shoots out glitter to cheer up the people around her. The glittery project was a part of Autodesk and KIDmob's San Francisco based workshop "Superhero Cyborgs 2.0". More

Flirtey completes first urban FAA test with autonomous 3D printed delivery drone

Mar.29, 2016 - Australian startup Flirtey has just successfully completed the first ever urban FAA test involving an autonomous 3D printed delivery drone, and could pave the way for commercial use of delivery drones. More

DMU researcher Timothy Whitehead uses 3D printing to prepare against landslides in Peru

Mar.29, 2016 - As part of a collaboration with NGO Practical Action, British 3D printing expert Timothy Whitehead has travelled to mountainous Peru and has 3D printed several educational mountain range models, that are used to educate locals and lawmakers and help prepare against landslides and flash floods. More

Aviation expert to 3D print the cockpit of a rare Ju 388 WorldWarII aircraft

Mar.28, 2016 - German physicist, doctor of engineering, and aviation expert Christoph Vernaleken wants to 3D print an accurate, museum-quality replica of the Ju 388 L, a rare and historic German WWII aircraft. More

Wave of disruptive technology including 3D printing to hit MRO industry, says Oliver Wyman study

Mar.28, 2016 - According to a new study by Oliver Wyman, the MRO industry will be hit by a wave of disruptive technology including 3D printing over the coming years, even though existing providers are currently almost entirely ignoring 3D printing. More

Sylvia Heisel & Scott Taylor on carbon fiber clothing, wearable technology, and the future of 3D printed fashion

Mar.28, 2016 - Design duo Sylvia Heisel and Scott Taylor are exploring the future of sustainable 3D printed fashion using desktop machines and exotic materials. Their pieces include a 3D printed carbon fiber mesh dress and a unique 3D printed coat made form Ninjaflex flexible filament. More

Duper Nintendo: Fake 3D printed Nintendo NX controllers fool gaming community

Mar.28, 2016 - Two Reddit users have used 3D printing and Photoshop to create a pair of fake controllers, purportedly for the forthcoming Nintendo 'NX' console. The pranksters, David Im and Frank Sandqvist, posted their hoaxes independently, and have since admitted to the inauthenticity of the controllers. More

Japanese makers 3D print the first ever CPU opener

Mar.28, 2016 - A team of Japanese makers from an Akihabara tech store have built a clever 3D printed CPU opener that will make opening an Intel CPU easier than ever before. More

WinSun Global 3D prints world's first office for Dubai's Museum of the Future

Mar.28, 2016 - WinSun Global, the Chinese company that just last year made headlines for building the world's first 3D printed villa and the tallest 3D printed apartment block, has now partnered with the city of Dubai to construct what is being hailed as the world's first 3D printed office. More

Lick your way to victory with Planet Licker's 3D printed popsicle game controller

Mar.27, 2016 - Listen up gamers, are you tired of having tired thumbs? Have you been longing for a more appetizing way to play your games? Well, you just may be in luck thanks to a new lickable 3D printed game controller that is being showcased at the alt.ctrl.GDC exhibition at this year's Game Developer's Conference.' More

Expecto proposal: 3D printed 'Golden Snitch' gives Potter-loving couple unforgettable engagement

Mar.27, 2016 - A Harry Potter fan has proposed to his similarly Potter-mad boyfriend with an engagement ring housed in a 3D printed "Golden Snitch". The magical moment took place at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter in Florida, where the couple and family members wore matching 'Platform 9 3/4' t-shirts. More

Japanese company now offers 3D printed urns based on photographs

Mar.27, 2016 - Japanese 3D printed photography experts Roice Entertainment are now offering 3D printed plaster urns based on photographs of the deceased. More

Exeter University researchers to explore anti-piracy licensing platform for 3D printable objects

Mar.27, 2016 - As part of a new international academic study, a team of researchers from the University of Exeter will explore the development of an anti-piracy licensing platform for 3D printable content to combat what they believe is a growing copyright problem caused by 3D printing. More

BTW: 3D printed typeface undergoes physical phenomena in stunning design project

Mar.26, 2016 - By The Way, German student Thomas Wirtz's MA thesis project, showcases the diverse uses of 3D printing technology. The project consists of an interesting and engaging experiment using 3D printed typeface characters and a variety of physical phenomena which have been applied to them and documented. More

AbilityMate is 3D printing affordable and customized assistive devices for people in need

Mar.26, 2016 - Sydney based startup AbilityMate is hoping to make a positive difference in the world by 3D printing affordable and customized assistive devices for people with disabilities. More

Driving into the future: Concept vehicle design book features exclusive 3D printable cars

Mar.26, 2016 - Shawn Moghadam, a California-based vehicle and product designer, has designed a book of futuristic concept vehicles, some of which that can even be 3D printed. The project is being crowdfunded through Kickstarter until April 8, 2016. More

Design Museum Portland's 'Rapid Jewelry' exhibition showcases stunning 3D printed jewelry

Mar.26, 2016 - The Design Museum Portland has launched its most recent exhibition, Rapid Jewelry, at the Hotel Lucia in Portland, Oregon. The exhibition is showcasing 21 stunning 3D printed jewelry designs and is running until June 20th, 2016. More

Author Patrick Berkhof uses 3D printed props to bring debut novel to life, secure crowdfunding

Mar.25, 2016 - Dutch author Patrick Berkhof is using 3D printed props as an incentive for backers to preorder his debut fantasy novel, Djizary'Het Levende Systeem. Early backers of the book can receive a 20cm 3D printed model of a mechanical staircase used by characters in the story. More

Ontario invests $40M in advanced manufacturing to boost economy and create new jobs

Mar.25, 2016 - Ontario, Canada today announced a critical investment plan to strengthen its manufacturing economy and create new high-value jobs in the areas of advanced manufacturing, including additive manufacturing and 3D printing technology. More

Paso Pacifico's 3D printed sea turtle eggs to help track and deter poachers

Mar.25, 2016 - In an effort to combat poachers from further damaging the world's dwindling sea turtle population, nonprofit organization Paso Pacifico is developing 3D printed, GSM equipped fake turtle eggs to find out much needed information about smuggling networks. More

Xmodule racing game rewards players with 3D printable car parts and trophies

Mar.25, 2016 - Xmodule, a fast-paced racing game being developed by Dublin-based G21 Studio, will offer 3D printable models as rewards for players. As gamers unlock more parts for their vehicle, those parts will become available to download as snap-together 3D printable files. More

Ahead of 2016 launch, Rocket Lab qualifies its 3D printed Rutherford engine for flight

Mar.25, 2016 - Qualification testing has just been completed for Rocket Lab's Rutherford rocket engine, for which all primary components of the combustor and propellant supply system have been 3D printed. More

Valve releases Steam Controller CAD files so you can mod or 3D print it

Mar.25, 2016 - Valve has just released the CAD files for their Steam Controller, which allows you to play games from your Steam Library on your TV, and encourages makers to customize and 3D print their ideal controller at home. More

Alexander Gabriel Watch releases its new line of custom 3D printed watches

Mar.25, 2016 - Florida-based watchmaker Alexander Gabriel Watch Company, Inc. is hoping to be one of the first affordable, quality bespoke watch makers with the help of 3D printing technologies. More

Colony's alien cliffhanger finale realized through MakerBot 3D printing, Legacy Effects reveals

Mar.24, 2016 - The intense alien-filled cliffhanger season finale of sci-fi drama Colony was realized by Legacy Effects and a MakerBot Z18 3D printer, a new Behind-the-Scenes look reveals. More

3D printed aortic valves could reduce complications from transcatheter aortic valve replacement

Mar.24, 2016 - Researchers from the Department of Radiology at the University of Washington, Seattle, have developed a technique for 3D printing aortic valve models which could help reduce the risk of complications from transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR). More

Revolutionary 3D printed magnets by Polymagnet can change engineering as we know it

Mar.24, 2016 - Magnet pioneer Correlated Magnetics Research has been working on a unique 3D printing method for embedding custom magnetic fields on a single surface, enabling them to build extremely strong and flexible customizable Polymagnets with countless applications. More

BBC brings coding to UK schools with 1 million micro:bit and 3D printable accessories

Mar.24, 2016 - In an attempt to encourage students to take an interest in STEM education and making in general, a vast collaboration headed by the BBC has just released the micro:bit fully programmable mini-computer and will be shipping one to a million schoolchildren all over the United Kingdom. More

LITE-ON using Optomec 3D printing to mass-produce consumer electronics

Mar.24, 2016 - Using Optomec's Aerosol Jet 3D printing technology, LITE-ON Mobile is integrating 3D printed antenna patterns and other functional electronics into millions of handheld devices and consumer electronics. More

Orthin and Oceanz let children walk again with 3D printed medical grade leg prosthesis

Mar.23, 2016 - Dutch orthopedics developer Orthin has revealed that they are exploring the full integration of 3D printing into their services, and have already 3D printed their first medical grade leg prosthesis with the help of Oceanz. More

Amedica develops world's first 3D printed silicon nitride medical implants

Mar.23, 2016 - Amedica Corporation has become the first company to create medical silicon nitride ceramics using a 3D printing process called robotic deposition, or robocasting. The 3D printed products have been shown to possess similar properties to traditionally manufactured alternatives. More

Top 10 3D prints to liven up your Easter celebrations

Mar.23, 2016 - With springtime in the air and Easter just around the corner, what better way to get yourself and your kids excited for the chocolatey holiday than with some fun 3D printed toys, decoration, and accessories. Check out out top 10 favorite Easter prints this year. More

New developments in 3D bio-printing may hold the key to curing Alzheimer's disease

Mar.23, 2016 - Finding a cure to the extensive range of degenerative disorders out there has plagued researchers for years. A team of scientists have developed a way to 3D print brain-like structures using gellan gum in hopes of one day finding a cure. More

Spherical Creations: artist Dario Santacroce's journey to 3D printing a perfect form

Mar.23, 2016 - Italian sculptor Dario Santacroce has set out to challenge Plato's established "Theory of Forms" through an investigation into shape and sculpture using 3D modeling and 3D printing technologies. More

Majestic teams with Made In Space to 3D print the internet on the International Space Station

Mar.23, 2016 - SEO data search engine Majestic has just announced a collaboration with zero gravity 3D printing pioneers to 3D print a visualization of the entire internet aboard the International Space Station. More

'Airbus seeks to 3D print half of its future airplane fleet'

Mar.23, 2016 - Additive Industries has just delivered their first MetalFAB1 3D printer to Airbus APWorks, and has revealed that Airbus is planning to 3D print up to half of their future airplanes. More

World first as Cambridge University Library 3D prints a 3000-year-old Chinese oracle bone

Mar.22, 2016 - In celebration of their 600th anniversary, the Cambridge University Library has 3D scanned and printed one of the oldest pieces in its collection, a 3,000 year old Chinese oracle bone. More

3D printed wind turbine blades could provide cheaper, more effective clean energy

Mar.22, 2016 - The U.S. Department of Defense is overseeing a project to manufacture wind turbines with 3D printed molds. The rotor blades will be used to help researchers better understand wind energy generation and to prove the cost-effectiveness of 3D printing as a blade manufacturing method. More

3D printed heart helps UCF doctors save little baby Ronan

Mar.22, 2016 - Doctors at the University of Central Florida have used a 3D printed model heart to help surgeons perform a life-saving operation on a baby. Staff and students and the UCF College of Medicine used medical imaging data to create a 3D printable replica of the infant's heart. More

WASP and municipality of Massa Lombarda to begin building 3D printed sustainable village

Mar.22, 2016 - Earlier today, on March 22nd, the mayor of Italian town Massa Lombarda, Daniele Bassi, signed an agreement with Italian 3D printer company WASP's business owner Massimo Moretti to begin the construction of an experimental, eco-friendly, 3D printed town. More

US Army and HotEnd Works explore 3D printed sintered ceramics for soldier body armor

Mar.22, 2016 - In a collaborative study of HotEnd Works and the US Army Research Laboratory, 3D printed ceramic body armor plates are compared to conventional plates, finding that though 3D printing offers numerous production advantages, they perform slightly worse than the existing option. More

First FDA-approved, 3D printed Spritam drug for epilepsy now available

Mar.22, 2016 - Aprecia Pharmaceuticals today announced the immediate availability of SPRITAM (levetiracetam), an easily swallowable seizure treatment manufactured using 3D printing technology. In August 2015, the drug became the first 3D printed medicine to receive FDA approval. More

New 3D printed hydrogel could be cancer treatment of the future

Mar.22, 2016 - Researchers at Queensland University of Technology, Australia, are developing an individualized, 3D printed cancer treatment which targets the tumor rather than the whole body. The 3D printed hydrogel could be used to create microenvironments or tumor models for testing anti-cancer drugs. More

Fred the tortoise's 3D printed shell gets beautiful and realistic hand-painted treatment

Mar.22, 2016 - Last summer, Fred the tortoise became the first tortoise ever to receive an entirely 3D printed replacement shell. Now, her white plastic prosthetic has been beautifully hand-painted to mimic nature's own colors and patterns. More

The 3D printed Loopa, the world's first looping microphone, hits Kickstarter today

Mar.22, 2016 - British music pioneers Sonuus Limited are about to launch a Kickstarter campaign for the world's first looping microphone that was designed through 3D printing and enables easy and unlimited looping of sounds to fundamentally change music. More

Crowd4Africa raising €23K to bring 3D printers and 3D printed prostheses to African hospitals

Mar.21, 2016 - Crowd4Africa, a charitable organization based in Rome, Italy, is looking to raise €22,900 ($25,800) to provide 3D printing 'mini factories' for two hospitals in Africa, one in Uganda and one in Congo. The mini factories will include equipment for turning plastic waste into 3D printing filament. More

Print & Pley: 'Netflix for Toys' 3D printer rental lets families 3D print creative toys at home

Mar.21, 2016 - Toy rental company Pley, known as the "Netflix for Toys" is expanding to rent 3D printers and stream toy designs that kids and their families can 3D print at home. More

Bentley previews autonomous limo for the year 2036 complete with 3D printed interior

Mar.21, 2016 - British car manufacturer Bentley has just shared a preview of what they believe their luxury autonomous limousines will look like in the year 2036, with the classy design heavily relying on 3D printed interior accessories. More

Supervet uses 3D printing technologies to save pets, says choice to save is a moral decision

Mar.21, 2016 - UK based veterinarian surgeon, Noel Fitzpatrick, star of the Channel 4 reality television series The Supervet known for using 3D printing technologies in his operations, has made a significant statement regarding the well beings of people's pets. More

Syfy and MakerBot expand 3D printing partnership to bring 12 Monkeys, The Magicians to life

Mar.21, 2016 - Syfy and MakerBot have released new and exclusive 3D printable models from Syfy's hit TV series 12 Monkeys, Hunters, The Expanse and more. The 3D models, now available to download for free on Thingiverse, were brought to life with help from Voodoo Manufacturing. More

Meteor Power uses 3D printing to demonstrate ultra-compact hybrid motorcycle engine

Mar.21, 2016 - Meteor Power, a British powertrain manufacturer, has enlisted the help of 3D printing specialist KWSP to 3D print a scale model of its new hybrid motorcycle engine. The company will display the 3D printed model at exhibitions and investor meetings in order to attract potential funders. More

This tiny 3D printed 'Gameboy' Raspberry Pi Zero will take you back to the 90s

Mar.20, 2016 - Danish 3D printing wunderkind Rasmus Hauschild has built an incredibly cool Raspberry Pi Zero with 3D printed Gameboy-style casing. The tiny 3D printed device runs RetroPie Emulationstation, on which users can return to obsolete gaming platforms with ease. More

Drexel students use 3D printing to explore how the Dreadnoughtus dinosaur could have moved

Mar.20, 2016 - Roughly 77 million years ago, one of the largest dinosaurs currently known to man, the Dreadnoughtus, walked the earth. Now, a team of researchers at Drexel University have been using 3D printing, servomotors, and ingenuity to investigate how the dinosaur could have once moved. More

Australian company 3DLI has 3D printed an authentic sounding sitar

Mar.20, 2016 - Australian 3D printing company 3DLI, which last year created a 3D printed tabla drum, has just unveiled what is reportedly the world's first functional 3D printed sitar. More

Team FAST develops formic acid based fuel system that powers 3D printed RC car

Mar.19, 2016 - The race to develop the most practical alternative to petroleum based transportation is hitting high gear. Team FAST, a group of researches out of the Netherlands, is hoping formic acid is the solution and is using 3D printing to speed their way to the finish line. More

Indian startup Tymphones launches laser-scanned 3D printed custom headphones

Mar.19, 2016 - Bangalore-based startup Tymphones is the first Indian company to offer custom-made earbuds, that are to fit using a 3D scan of the user's ears and are subsequently 3D printed. More

US Navy's Trident II D5 Ballistic Missile flies with first 3D printed component

Mar.19, 2016 - The aerospace sector has been using 3D printing for prototyping of parts for years. Now, for the first time ever, aerospace giant Lockheed Martin is using 3D printed parts in their Trident II D5 Missile. More

Maison 203 and Odo Fioravanti unveil new, geometrically inspired 3D printed clutch

Mar.19, 2016 - One of our favorite 3D printed jewelry brands, Maison 203 has once again collaborated with Italian designer Odo Fioravanti to create a new 3D printed clutch that could be just the springtime accessory you were looking for. More

Luxury 3D printed jewelry brand DCT debuts stunning new collection at Toronto Fashion Week

Mar.19, 2016 - 3D printed dresses are not the only additively manufactured wearables turning heads at this year's international fashion weeks, as Canadian design trio Daniel Christian Tang have demonstrated with their most recent 3D printed jewelry collection, Icon. More

Star Wars steals the show in Parrot and MyMiniFactory 3D printable drone design challenge

Mar.19, 2016 - MyMiniFactory has announced the winners of the Parrot Official 3D Printed Drone Accessory Design Challenge, and out of the three grand prize designs, two are Star Wars themed. More

Release the CRACUNS! 3D printed flying drone can launch from underwater

Mar.18, 2016 - Researchers at Johns Hopkins University have created the CRACUNS, a low-cost 3D printed waterproof drone that can stay submerged in salt water for months and then launch into the air on command. More

3D printed heart model saved the life of a nine-month old baby in China

Mar.18, 2016 - Doctors have successfully performed surgery on a nine-month-old baby suffering from a severe congenital heart defect. A 3D printed surgical model was used to guide the surgery, the first instance of such a procedure within the Jilin Province of Northeast China. More

South Korea's InssTek announces DMT metal 3D printer export deal for European market

Mar.18, 2016 - South Korean metal 3D printer manufacturer InssTek has just announced an export deal with the EU, which will enable them to bring their wide range of excellent DMT metal 3D printers to Europe. More

Pentagon's DARPA will pay you $130K for your homemade bombs or weapons

Mar.18, 2016 - As part of the new Improv program, the DARPA agency is calling on makers, inventors, engineers and other specialists to think about how modern electronics, household chemicals and 3D printing can pose serious security risks. More

Voice sculptor Gilles Azzaro 3D prints 'What is a FabLab?' as ultimate tribute to Fablabs

Mar.18, 2016 - As an ultimate tribute to Fablabs everywhere, French voice sculptor Gilles Azzaro has created a 3D printed sculpture of the voice of Fablab founder Neil Gershenfeld, as he is giving his definition of Fablabs. More

Researchers use supercomputer and 3D printing to copy whole-body blood flow

Mar.18, 2016 - Researchers from Duke University, North Carolina, have used an advanced supercomputer to create an extremely realistic simulation of blood flow within the human body. A 3D printed replica of an aorta was used to test the accuracy of the virtual model. More

3D printing and virtual reality tech helps MSF build new hospitals

Mar.18, 2016 - Medicins Sans Frontieres (MSF), the humanitarian NGO, has been using 3D printing and virtual reality technology to design hospitals. The organization believes that 3D models will provide a more complete picture of planned developments for project partners such as local ministries of health. More

Meeting Murilo, again: Huggies proves a 3D printed hug can be just as powerful as the real deal

Mar.17, 2016 - Huggies has released a sequel to last year's viral video hit, in which a blind mom came to know her unborn son for the very first time thanks to a life-like 3D printed model of his ultrasound. More

Limbitless surprises 10-year-old cheerleader with 3D printed bionic arm

Mar.17, 2016 - UCF non-profit organization, Limbitless Solutions, has surprised 10 year old Julianna Lindon with a 3D printed bionic arm. The young girl is the 15th child to receive a free 3D printed bionic arm from the student run organization. More

3D printed NoBowl Feeding System will trigger your cat’s inner hunter

Mar.17, 2016 - The Feline Environmental Enrichment Design Company (F.E.E.D.) has used 3D printing to develop NoBowl, an innovative feeding system for cats. NoBowl replaces the traditional feeding bowl with five mouse-shaped, food-dispensing containers which owners can hide around the house or garden. More

Gambody reveals how they designed and built an epic 236-piece 3D printed Millennium Falcon

Mar.17, 2016 - Gambody's in-house 3D designers discuss how they designed, modeled, and built a massive, 236 piece 3D printed Star Wars Millennium Falcon replica. More

US Navy taps Metal Technology to develop 3D printed components for missile propulsion system

Mar.17, 2016 - The US Navy has just signed a contract with Oregon-based Metal Technology to develop and demonstrate 3D printing techniques for missile propulsion components used on the Trident D5 missile system. More

3D Robotics shares free files for 3D printable autonomous IRIS+ smart Drone

Mar.17, 2016 - 3D Robotics has just shared the free 3D printable files for the IRIS+ on MyMiniFactory: an autonomous 3D printed drone with a Follow Me function that lets it follow the user around. More

Take your frustrations out on this 3D printed Trump stress ball

Mar.17, 2016 - My Mini Factory user Ricardo Salomao has created something that we think could help relieve some of the stress caused by the current presidential primaries: a 3D printed Trump Stress ball. More

Nike and Olympian Allyson Felix collaborate on 3D printed Nike Zoom Superfly Flyknit spike for Rio 2016

Mar.17, 2016 - The 2016 Summer Olympics are just months away, and a collaboration with Nike has enabled US track and field sprinter Allyson Felix to optimize her equipment with custom spiked shoes made with 3D printing technology. More

Top 10 3D prints for this Saint Patrick's Day

Mar.16, 2016 - To help get the maker community in the mood for the upcoming Irish festival, we have put together a list of our top ten 3D printed Saint Patrick's Day accessories, which can be worn, carried or used in your Saint Patrick's Day celebrations. More

European Space Agency tests first all-in-one 3D printed space antenna

Mar.16, 2016 - The European Space Agency and SWISSto12 have developed a prototype dual reflector antenna that was 3D printed in a single piece. The ESA's first 3D printed space antenna of this kind, it has shown excellent results in performance testing. More

Have a 3D printed frozen space pizza sent to your home through Kickstarter

Mar.16, 2016 - Houston-based engineer Anjan Contractor is seeking to complete his BeeHex pizza 3D printer with Kickstarter backing, and is offering 3D printed frozen space pizzas that will be sent right to your home. More

Logro Farms launches Kickstarter for 3D Growers, custom 3D printed planters

Mar.16, 2016 - Just yesterday, Logro Farms, known for their sustainable farming and grow-at-home kits, launched a new Kickstarter campaign to help fund their most recent venture: a line of custom 3D printed planters called 3D Growers. More

3D bioprinted implants successfully tested in mice, may soon heal damaged noses, ears and knees

Mar.16, 2016 - A team of Swedish researchers has successfully tested and reproduced 3D bioprinted cartilage tissue in a living mouse and believe it could soon be used to heal human noses, ears and knees. More

Dutch postal services PostNL 3D prints a working trumpet during Ultimaker delivery

Mar.16, 2016 - For the latest project of Joris van Tubergen, an active Ultimaker 3D printer making a trumpet was shipped by Dutch postal services PostNL, and the results were good enough to play. More

Thai government approves crippling import regulations on 3D printers due to gun fears

Mar.16, 2016 - Controversial import regulations on 3D printing technology were recently approved in Thailand due to 3D printed gun fears, which will put significant limitations on 3D printer adoption, hike up prices and limit technological innovation, critics say. More

New York students try to crack unsolved cold cases with the help of 3D printing

Mar.16, 2016 - With over 1,200 active cold cases in New York City alone, a group of 15 New York artists are creating replicas using accurate 3D printed skulls derived from cold case victims to assist in solving the age old mysteries. More

UFC athletes to receive 3D printed mouthguards from GuardLab

Mar.16, 2016 - The Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) and GuardLab have announced a global licensing agreement that will see UFC athletes provided with custom 3D scanned and 3D printed mouthguards. GuardLab, a NY-based 3D printed custom mouthguard company, will also begin selling UFC branded mouthguards for fans. More

e-NABLE challenges makers to create 3D printed prosthetics that encourage kids to play

Mar.15, 2016 - The Enable Community Foundation has recently announced their Sport-Specific Terminal Device Maker Design Challenge, which challenges makers to create 3D printed prosthetic devices that will allow disabled children to play the sports they love. More

3D printing transforms carbon dioxide into sustainable concrete material

Mar.15, 2016 - UCLA researchers have devised a method for creating a sustainable 3D printed building material called 'CO2NCRETE' in which CO2 emissions from power plants are harnessed and recycled into an environmentally friendly concrete substance. More

iMcustom introduces first ever in-store 3D printing of custom foot insoles

Mar.15, 2016 - For the first time ever, iMcustom is bringing in-store 3D scanning and custom insole 3D printing to retailers nationwide. With its proprietary 3D foot scanner and in-store 3D printer labs, iMcustom offers customers 100% custom-made, quality and affordable 3D printed insoles within two hours or less. More

Lights will guide these 3D printed, muscle-powered bio-bots home

Mar.15, 2016 - Researchers from the University of Illinois & MIT have created a new class of biological robots (bio-bots), made from 3D printed scaffolds and living muscle cells, and which move in response to light stimulation. The bio-bots could be used in health, sensing, and environmental applications. More

Techsmart used 3D printing to reveal smart upgrades to upcoming 9.7 inch iPad Pro

Mar.15, 2016 - Using 3D printing to reverse engineer an iPad using just a leaked case, bloggers from TechSmart have revealed some of the featured that can be expected on the upcoming 9.7 inch iPad Pro. More

NJIT student 3D prints his own teeth aligners, a rare success for DIY dentistry

Mar.15, 2016 - Amos Dudley, an undergraduate student from NJIT, explains how he successfully 3D scanned and 3D printed his own teeth aligners for a brighter smile without breaking the bank. More

Newly discovered horse-sized dinosaur fossils shed light on how T. rex evolved, with help of 3D scanning & printing

Mar.15, 2016 - Newly discovered fossils from a dinosaur called the Timurlengia euotica, that lived about 90 million years ago, reveal some particularly important pieces of information about the T. Rex and its rise to the top of the food chain. More

BMW shifts into 22nd century with digital strategies and 3D printing production

Mar.15, 2016 - BMW has hired former Google manager Jens Monsees as VP of Digital Strategy to develop and lead a digital revolution at 100-year-old carmaker, implementing everything from new online sales tactics to 3D printing on the manufacturing line. More

Ranim Orouk's 3D printed jellyfish chandelier wins Middle East Emergent Prize

Mar.15, 2016 - Dubai based architect and designer Ranim Orouk was recently awarded the 2016 Middle East Emergent Designer Prize at this year's Design Days Dubai for her stunning lamp design, 'Glow', which was made with the help of 3D printing technologies. More

Intentional imperfection: 3D printed ceramic art blurs lines between man and machine

Mar.14, 2016 - Using a self-designed ceramic 3D printer, custom extruder, and parametric design process, German design student Steffen Hartwig has created a series of beautifully organic and functional 3D printed ceramic pieces that reveal new possibilities in 3D printing as an artisanal tool. More

3D printed smart inhaler could help doctors better understand asthma

Mar.14, 2016 - Connect'inh by Kappa Santé is a smart medtech device that tracks when and where asthmatics use their inhalers to help doctors establish correlations between asthma triggers, patients, and attacks. The 3D printed prototype integrates multimaterial 3D printing and embedded electronics, representing a new era of connected medical devices. More

Lenovo using 3D printed stop-motion animation in new Goodweird promos

Mar.14, 2016 - Chinese multinational computer tech company Lenovo has just released a series of promotional videos featuring impressive 3D printed stop-motion animation as part of their #Goodweird marketing campaign. More

Indian man can work again with 3D printed mechanical prosthetic after industrial accident

Mar.14, 2016 - Indian man Rajesh Ojha has seen his livelihood restored with a custom-made 3D printed mechanical prosthetic by Anatomiz3D Healthcare, after losing four fingers in an unfortunate industrial accident. More

Design your own 3D printed jewelry with Elements Lab's Jewelry Maker App

Mar.14, 2016 - In an effort to help show clients the benefits of 3D printing jewelry and allowing them to get involved in the designing process without necessitating CAD knowledge, Taiwan based company Elements Lab has introduced their recent product called EL Jewelry Maker. More

Sugarcube Dessert & Coffee in NY uses 3D printing to create unique architectural desserts

Mar.14, 2016 - With the help of CAD design and 3D printed molds, Queens, NY-based bakery Sugarcube Dessert & Coffee has created a whole menu of unique and architecture-inspired desserts. More

Immersive, light-emitting pavilion made with 3D printing enthralls visitors at New York Museum

Mar.13, 2016 - Jenny Sabin Studio has created a 400-square-foot, 7-foot-tall immersive installation for the Cooper Hewitt, Smithsonian Design Museum in New York. The PolyThread Knitted Textile Pavilion was based on a parametrically designed 3D model, and is covered in light-absorbing and emitting photo-luminescent yarn. More

Artist uses 3D printing to create very literal 'nose ring'

Mar.13, 2016 - David Kent Watson, a grad student at the University of Wisconsin—Milwaukee, has used 3D printing to create aluminum and bronze casts of his nose. The metal noses have been made into finger-wearable 'nose rings'. More

Life-saving, 3D-printed custom splint steps closer to market

Mar.13, 2016 - An adolescent girl has been given 3D printed tracheal splints to treat a congenital breathing condition called tracheobronchomalacia (TBM). Staff at the University of Michigan used an EOS 3D printer with Polycaprolactone (PCL) filament to make the splints. More

3D food printing should be about sustainability, not mere convenience

Mar.13, 2016 - Chloé Rutzerveld, the founder of sustainable and healthy 3D printed food concept Edible Growth, has argued that prevailing food 3D printing initiatives need to drastically change their focus to realize their full potential. More

MODECLIX to unveil customizable, ready-to-wear 3D printed fashion collection

Mar.13, 2016 - A team of developers from the University of Herfordshire in the UK has recently announced that it has created a prototype collection of wearable 3D printed clothing with their potentially revolutionary MODECLIX technology. More

Delphine Diallo’s 3D printed masks explore life, femininity and the future of art

Mar.12, 2016 - Visual artist Delphine Diallo has been gaining attention recently for her mixed media artworks that are challenging traditional roles of gender and race in the media. Her latest project incorporates a series of striking 3D printed masks, modeled and 3D printed with help from 3DBrooklyn. More

Make 3D prints functional with clever technique for embedding threads with a soldering iron

Mar.12, 2016 - As getting durable attachments between two 3D printed parts can be a bit challenging, one Florida-based maker has just shared a remarkably simple technique for embedding threads and nuts into plastic prints using just a soldering iron. More

Build this incredible 3D printed Ghostbusters ghost trap, complete with lights, sounds & smoke

Mar.12, 2016 - Sean Charlesworth of Tested.com has spent several months designing an incredible 3D printed ghost trap, as seen in the iconic Ghostbusters movies. The replica prop boasts light, sound, and smoke effects, and consists of 50 3D printed parts. More

3D printing in the hospitality industry: a five star experience

Mar.12, 2016 - A team of researchers from Cornell and Columbia University published a study that details how 3D printing technologies could be used to potentially change the hospitality industry, and they 3D printed a whole table setting to prove it. More

3D modeled YOUMO modular power strip an early Kickstarter success thanks to 3D printing

Mar.12, 2016 - Thanks to 3D printing, Munich based startup Good Gadgets are gaining momentum for their 3D modeled and modular powerstrip YOUMO through their Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign. More

DMG Mori using 3D printer, CNC mill hybrid to produce Porsche parts

Mar.12, 2016 - DMG Mori, a German manufacturer of cutting machine tools, is using its LASERTEC hybrid 3D printer and CNC mill to produce components for Porsche racing cars. The company is predicting an imminent and dramatic rise in 3D printing technology within the automotive and aerospace industries. More

Erica Gray weaves wild, wearable art with 3Doodler 3D printing pen

Mar.11, 2016 - Australian artist Erica Gray, winner of the 2015 3Doodler Fashion Award, has picked up her 3D printing pen again to create 'Forms Organic', a wearable sculpture inspired by organic figures and animalistic imagery. More

Injured stork given second chance with 3D printed leg braces

Mar.11, 2016 - A stork who was unable to stand or walk due to severe leg injuries as received a pair of custom 3D printed leg braces, made by Lithuanian 3D printer manufacturer Mass Portal. More

Russian teens develop mind controlled robotic car with the help of 3D printing

Mar.11, 2016 - Low-cost 3D printing, microcontrollers and auxiliary sensor technology have provided the necessary tools for a duo of Russian students to develop a brain-wave controlled robotic car. More

IUSM researchers pioneer 3D printed tissue implants with Regenova 3D bioprinter

Mar.11, 2016 - The Indiana University School of Medicine has just leased the Regenova 3D bioprinter by Cyfuse Biomedical, and will use it for a wide variety of 3D printed tissue research projects, including for the development of bone fragments and skin, inner ear and nipple tissue. More

Pentagon releases secret footage of 3D printed drone swarm launched from fighter jets

Mar.11, 2016 - The Pentagon has just revealed the future of drone technology with footage of a 3D printed drone swarm being launched from F-17 fighter jets, moving at an incredible 430 miles per hour. More

BonaDrone's 3D printed and customizable 'Mosquito' drone coming to Indiegogo

Mar.11, 2016 - Barcelona startup BonaDrone will be launching a crowdfunding campaign for their 3D printed quadcopter drone. With it, BonaDrone is hoping to usher in a new philosophy for droning that empowers its users to adapt, modify and repair the drone with their own skills. More

3D printed Smart Tags ensure 100% authenticity of collectible shoes

Mar.10, 2016 - Proving that 3D printing is ready to take on mass manufacturing, SF startup Origin and Autodesk Ember have created a series of 3D printed Smart Tags for Marshawn Lynch's Beast Mode shoes. The microchip-embedded tags provide an un-forgeable certificate of authenticity and help combat the issue of counterfeit goods. More

25 Free Dual Extruder Multicolor 3D prints you can make today

Mar.10, 2016 - 3D printing with multiple colors is made easy in large part to dual extruder technology. Here are some of the 30 best dual extruder multicolor 3D prints available online today. More

IDC reports spending in Asia Pacific excluding Japan 3D printing market to reach $4.3B by 2019

Mar.10, 2016 - According to a new report by international data specialists IDC, the 3D printing market in the Asia Pacific excluding Japan (APeJ) market is set to grow strongly with spending almost tripling to $4.3 billion by 2019. More

Charge your smartphone with a nifty 3D printed Tesla Supercharger

Mar.10, 2016 - Martin Hansen, a 3D printing enthusiast and Tesla driver from Northern Germany, has designed a miniature 3D printed Tesla Supercharger with which users can charge their smartphone. The original Supercharger was designed to rapidly supply charge to Tesla's Model S car. More

Fusion Imaging sets speed record for 3D printed aluminum drone at almost 90 mph

Mar.10, 2016 - Fusion Imaging has broken the speed record for 3D printed drones, using Shapeways' new Raw Aluminum Material to make drone capable of top speeds of almost 90 mph. More

3D printing assists production of innovative open-cup VIE SHAIR headphones

Mar.9, 2016 - Vie Style Inc. has launched a Kickstarter for VIE SHAIR, the 'pain-free social headphones' which float their speakers just above your ear. Prototypes of the headphones were 3D printed on Stratasys and MakerBot 3D printers. More

Lockheed to build satellites 40 percent faster with metal 3D printing technology

Mar.9, 2016 - Lockheed Martin has announced the ambitious goal of shortening satellite build times by as much as 40 percent within the next few years. Ramping up its metal 3D printing applications will be a key strategy in ensuring the company's success. More

World's oldest chameleon found trapped in amber, 3D scanning & printing help reveal how lizards have evolved

Mar.9, 2016 - Scientists have used 3D scanning and micro-CT scanning technologies to make some truly amazing discoveries about the evolution of lizards from a number of ancient specimens fossilized in amber. Among them, the world's oldest chameleon ever found. More

3D printed prosthetic hand enables new mother to care for her baby

Mar.9, 2016 - Thanks to volunteer organization e-NABLE and a domino-effect of goodwill, a young mother in Indonesia has received a 3D printed prosthetic hand that allows her to hold, feed, and care for her newborn baby. More

3D printed prosthesis covers let British Paralympian Corie Mapp show his true colors

Mar.9, 2016 - Create Prosthetics, a Lake Placid, NY-based 3D printing specialist, has created a set of 3D printed prosthetic leg covers for Corie Mapp, a British Paralympic bobsledder. The protective devices have been emblazoned with the crest of Arsenal F.C., Mapp's favorite soccer team. More

Iris van Herpen's FW collection Lucid for fall 2016 features dreamlike 3D printed dresses

Mar.9, 2016 - Dutch designer Iris van Herpen is exploring dream states and lucidity in her recent collection. The collection, recently unveiled during Paris Fashion Week FW 2016 features two stunning 3D printed dresses and mark another achievement for the designer within the 3D printing world. More

Texas couple says 'Yes' to $100 3D printed cubic zirconia engagement ring

Mar.9, 2016 - Rather than spending thousands of dollars on an impersonal engagement ring for the love of his life, Elisa, Christian Genco had a custom design 3D printed and set with a stunning cubic zirconia stone. The final result is a 3D printed custom engagement ring that could cost as little as $100. More

3D printing gets three-legged border collie Ziggy back on his paws

Mar.8, 2016 - Ziggy, a three-legged border collie, is up and walking again after University of Queensland lecturers used 3D printing to repair his damaged front leg. CT scans of Ziggy's leg were used to create 3D printed models, which UQ staff used to assess bone torsion. More

Researchers use origami and 3D printing to make surgical tools smaller

Mar.8, 2016 - A team of researchers from Brigham Young University using 3D printing and origami principles to develop the smallest surgical tools yet, which are flat to enter incisions but then bend into specific shapes. More

3D printed 'person-on-a-chip' used to grow human heart and liver tissue for drug testing

Mar.8, 2016 - Researchers from the University of Toronto have used a 3D printer to develop a novel method of generating human tissue outside of the body. The AngioChip 'person-on-a-chip' technique involves 3D printing tiny scaffolds which individual cells can grow on. More

BMW celebrates 100 years with 4D printed VISION NEXT 100 concept car

Mar.8, 2016 - Today in Munich, BMW unveiled the VISION NEXT 100 concept car, a self driving sports vehicle with an augmented reality windshield and 4D printed, shape-shifting interior. More

Under Armour breaks new ground with limited edition 3D printed training shoe

Mar.7, 2016 - Under Armour has just unveiled the UA Architech, the first-ever 3D printed training shoe to reach the consumer market. The UA Architec, which features a 3D printed midsole, will be available in a limited edition run of 96 pairs later this month. More

This 3D printed Stressball physically transforms based on your stress levels

Mar.7, 2016 - To help those suffering from stress understand their metal state, German interface designer Simone Schramm has developed the 'Stressball', a 3D printed interactive ball that is capable of measuring stress levels and turning them into visual communications. More

Learn about the building blocks of life with this 3D printed modular DNA model

Mar.7, 2016 - As most of us learnt in school DNA, or Deoxyribonucleic acid molecules, are 'the building blocks of life' and are the fundamental part of our existence. To help understand the composition of our own living bodies Thingiverse maker mkuiper has created a 3D printed folding DNA model kit for any makers to 3D print at home. More

Shanghai researchers successfully 3D print a Dragonfly ornithopter that flies with flapping wings

Mar.7, 2016 - Researchers from Tongji University in Shanghai have actually managed to 3D print a Dragonfly ornithopter, that flies by harnessing the power of flapping wings, and tested it in a wind tunnel. More

Rutgers University students bioprinting degradable scaffolds with BioBot 3D Printer

Mar.7, 2016 - At Rutgers University-Camden in New Jersery a team of students working under assistant professor of chemistry, David Salas-de la Cruz, has been developing 3D bioprinted cellular building blocks that could make up the foundation for other 3D printed organic tissues. More

Stratasys & Michigan University join forces in CYBER to revolutionize orthotics with 3D printing

Mar.7, 2016 - 3D printing giant Stratasys has joined forces with the University of Michigan an Altair Engineering in CYBER, a research initiative that seeks to set up a digital orthotics platform that provides custom fitting, 3D printed orthotics in as little as a single day. More

Two-legged chihuahua Leo on a roll thanks to 3D printed prosthetic

Mar.6, 2016 - A two-legged chihuahua named Leo has been given a big mobility boost in the form of a 3D printed prosthesis. Staff at California State University Channel Islands 3D printed the tailor-made wheelchair device, which the enthusiastic dog soon got to grips with. More

Put a tasty twist on history with chocolate terracotta warriors made with 3D printing

Mar.6, 2016 - Using a 3D printed mold and regular chocolate, veteran 3D printer Michael Curry has created fantastic and tasty replicas of the iconic Chinese terracotta warriors. More

Kirby Downey 3D prints massive Destiny 'Gjallahorn' rocket launcher

Mar.6, 2016 - Serial video game prop-maker Kirby Downey has 3D printed an epic Gjallahorn rocket launcher, as featured in the Destiny video game. Downey's 3D printed weapon is a remake of a previous version designed by Matthew Clarke. More

U2's With or Without You cover performed with entirely 3D printed violin

Mar.6, 2016 - French musician and 3DVarius creator Laurent Bernadac has released a music video cover of U2's With or Without You, performed with his entirely 3D printed electric violin. More

Maker shows off amazing 3D printed Rey's Blaster from Star Wars the Force Awakens

Mar.5, 2016 - For his latest project, PunishedProps' Bill Doran has created an amazing replica of Rey's Blaster from Star Wars: The Force Awakens with the help of 3D printing. More

Real estate startup Jagonal uses 3D models and VR to sell commercial property

Mar.5, 2016 - Sydney, Australia based real estate startup Jagonal is hoping to herald in a new era of online commercial real estate with the help of 3D modeling and virtual reality tours, offering their clients a more immersive and dynamic property search experience. More

3D printed GoPro mount used for incredible 360-degree wheelchair sports videos

Mar.5, 2016 - A group of Russian filmmakers, working under the name VRability, have been shooting 360-degree videos of disabled people participating in sporting activities. To achieve the immersive virtual reality video effect, the group used a 3D printed GoPro mount attached to a helmet. More

3D Printed PMG generator has everything you need to power a 50W lightbulb

Mar.5, 2016 - Electrical generators are essential in keeping our society running. A 3D Printable generator, the 3D Generator-1 has been released and is capable of producing up to 50W of energy. More

Sci Chic, 3D printed science-inspired jewelry startup, to release new customizable APEX collection

Mar.5, 2016 - Sci Chic, founded by two female engineering students, has recently announced a new collection of 3D printed and laser cut science inspired jewelry which will be released on March 14, 2016. More

Simone Fontana 3D prints life-size League of Legends Zenith Blade on desktop 3D printer

Mar.4, 2016 - Proving that you don't need expensive equipment to 3D print awesome video game props, Simone Fontana has 3D printed a life-size Zenith Blade from the game League of Legends using only the affordable and desktop-friendly Dremel Idea Builder. More

Google.org awards 3 Indian disability nonprofits with Rs 54M grant to pursue 3D printing & scanning tech etc

Mar.4, 2016 - Google.org, the philanthropic arm of Google, has provided Rs 54 million ($800k) worth of grant funding to three Indian non-profit organizations for disabled people, two of which will use their grant money to develop 3D printing and scanning technology. More

UofL dental specialists use 3D scanning & 3D printing to make implants easier and more comfortable for patients

Mar.4, 2016 - Dental specialists at the University of Louisville School of Dentistry have developed a protocol for digitally aided dental surgery. The protocol involves 3D scanning a patient's teeth, jaw, and gums, CNC milling a set of temporary restoration teeth, and 3D printing surgical models and templates. More

The school photo of the future: 700 Amsterdam students get 3D printed selfie

Mar.4, 2016 - 700 Dutch kids from the Steigereiland primary school in Amsterdam are the first to get 3D printed selfies, made in 3D scanning booths with the help of startup Nieuwe Schoolfoto, instead of boring portrait-style school photos. More

Turkish artist Esra Oguz is creating stunning 3D pieces with her 3Doodler 3D printing pen

Mar.4, 2016 - 3Doodler awarded Turkish handcrafts artist Esra Oguz their Interior Design Award 2015, and now we're taking a look at the artist's stunning works and her inspiring 3Doodling techniques. More

London doctor uses 3D printed model to successfully remove prostate tumor

Mar.4, 2016 - In November 2015, Prokar Dasgupta, Professor of Urology at the London Clinic, successfully removed a cancerous tumor from a patient's prostate using a 3D printed replica prostate as a pre-surgical aid. Dr Clare Allen, a consultant radiologist at the clinic, facilitated the 3D printing process. More

Students create 3D printed scorpion robot with autonomous 'stinging' tail

Mar.3, 2016 - Three Industrial Engineering students from Ghent University have designed and created a digitally manufactured Hexapod Scorpion robot that moves around like a real scorpion and 'stings' passersby with its 3D printed tail. More

3D printing gives Materialise's Vanessa Palsenbarg renewed hope for scoliosis treatment

Mar.3, 2016 - Materialise's Corporate Communications Manager Vanessa Palsenbarg has opened up about how 3D printing her scoliosis afflicted spine has given her a new hope that her curved back could one day be fixed. More

Nicetrails 3D prints hand-held replicas of your favorite mountain hikes

Mar.3, 2016 - Nicetrails is a 3D visualization and 3D printing service that will convert your favourite mountain hike, cycling path or even ski trail into a full-color 3D printed sandstone tactile map. More

Tio toy kit encourages children to 3D print and create their own remote controlled toys

Mar.3, 2016 - London based startup Tio has recently launched a Kickstarter campaign for its Tio toy Kits, which allow children to create and build motorized toys with the help of recycled materials, old toys, and 3D printing. More

Aleph1 3D printed speaker fixes age-old problem of back wave with innovative design

Mar.3, 2016 - Industrial designer Boaz Dekel has created a 3D printed circular speaker with the help of 3D printing company Stratasys that eliminates the problem of sound distortion caused by back wave. More

3D printing helps UVA PhD students to resurrect ancient civilizations

Mar.3, 2016 - Jennifer Grayburn and Benjamin Gorham, two PhD students from the University of Virginia, have been using their university Makerspace to 3D print replicas of fragile and immovable archaeological findings. More

UK researchers develop 3D printed 'Sneezometer' to help diagnose asthma

Mar.2, 2016 - Take a deep breath: Researchers at the University of Surrey, UK, have 3D printed the world's first 'sneezometer', a spirometer that is sensitive enough to measure the speed of a sneeze. The 3D printed device could be used to diagnose respiratory conditions such as asthma. More

3D Tech companies join forces to 3D scan and 3D print 150 Orion spacecraft replicas

Mar.2, 2016 - Several 3D tech companies including FARO, Met-L-Flo, Cincinnati Inc. and aerospace company Lockheed Martin have joined forces to 3D scan and 3D print 150 replicas of NASA's Orion crew module. The first-ever 3D scan of the Orion crew module spacecraft took place yesterday. More

Goodyear seeks to make autonomous cars safer with 3D printed spherical tire concept Eagle-360

Mar.2, 2016 - At the Geneva International Motor Show, International tire specialists Goodyear have unveiled a concept for 3D printed spherical tires that could provide autonomous cars with the power to safely drive anywhere and in any conditions. More

Wooden 3D printed boat prop? Makers put filaments to the test with surprising results

Mar.2, 2016 - Two makers have put several regularly used filaments to the test, 3D printing four boat propellers and actually testing them in the harbor with surprising results. More

Gigantic 2.3 meters tall 3D printed iron knot sculpture by Rinus Roelofs revealed at RapidPro 2016

Mar.2, 2016 - An amazing 2.3 meter tall piece of 3D printed art by Rinus Roelofs has just been unveiled at RapidPro 2016: A gigantic sculpture of an iron knot made by 3Dealise. More

Scientists 3D print black widow spiders to learn the secret behind its red hourglass

Mar.2, 2016 - Researchers recently conducted tests using 3D printed fake spiders to test what effects the black widow's red mark had on different animal species, namely birds and insects, with the goal of determining how the spider's marks have different effects on the two types of animal. More

MakerGirl introducing girls to the world of STEM through 3D printing and Kickstarter

Mar.2, 2016 - STEM based learning is essential to nourishing the minds of tomorrow today. MakerGirl is raising funds to spread 3D printing based learning to girls across the United States. More

Make your own 3D printable big red Windows 10 Insider Preview update button

Mar.1, 2016 - VP of Microsoft and head of the Windows Insider Program has released free, 3D printable files for the "Big Red Button" he uses to release new Windows 10 Insider Build Previews to the public. More

Nervous System's Kinematic Petal Dress, made up of 1,600 pieces, is 3D printed fully assembled

Mar.1, 2016 - Nervous System, the Massachusetts based generative design studio, has created a new Kinematics 3D printed dress inspired by petals, which will be debuted and exhibited at the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) in Boston from March 6 to July 10th, 2016. More

Smith & Nephew unveils 3D printed REDAPT titanium hip implant

Mar.1, 2016 - Global medical technology business Smith & Nephew has developed a 3D printed titanium hip implant. The REDAPT' Revision Acetabular Fully Porous Cup with CONCELOC' Technology is being showcased at this week's American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) Annual Meeting in Orlando, Florida. More

This epic 3D printable Millennium Falcon consists of 236 parts, will take you 4 months to build

Mar.1, 2016 - Gambody, a 3D printing marketplace for gamers, is selling a 3D printable model of the Millennium Falcon'the iconic spacecraft piloted by Han Solo and Chewbacca in the Star Wars franchise for $74.99. The 1:34 scale model consists of 236 3D printable parts and requires at least 3 spools of filament. More

Russia's first 3D printed nanosatellite to be sent to ISS in late March

Mar.1, 2016 - Russia's first 3D printed satellite, made by students from the Tomsk Polytechnic University, will be sent to the ISS in late March to begin a six month test project for the development of small unmanned aerospace vehicles. More

Cooking revolution: are food 3D printers changing the face of high end cuisine?

Mar.1, 2016 - While not yet present in the average kitchen, 3D food printers, such as Natural Machine's Foodini 3D printer, have been having a big impact in the world of high end dining, as Michelin starred chefs are using the technology to take their dishes to the next level. More

Industrial 3D printing in oil and gas sectors on the rise, Gartner reveals

Mar.1, 2016 - In their latest report on industrial 3D printing development, Gartner predicts that the oil and gas industry can greatly benefit from 3D printing and that 10 percent of companies will use it for parts manufacturing by 2019. More

3D printing helps surgeon reconstruct teen's face after serious car accident

Mar.1, 2016 - Dr. Pablo Prichard from the John C. Lincoln Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona has successfully used 3D printing technologies to reconstruct the face of Jake Reynolds, a young man severely injured in a car accident. More

Make your own 3D printed Centriphone rig to capture stunning 360-degree ski videos

Feb.29, 2016 - After his amazing 360-degree ski footage video went viral, professional freeksier Nicolas Vuignier has released open source, 3D printable files for his Centriphone camera rig, along with a market-ready version, and a highly entertaining Making Of video. More

EDAG 'Soulmate' could be 3D printed car of future

Feb.29, 2016 - The 'Soulmate' concept car, developed by EDAG and Bosch last year, features a 3D printed body and brings Internet of Things connectivity to the fore. The 3D printed car was first unveiled at CES 2016, and has since been showcased at the Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland. More

Cyrcle, the 3D printed circular smartphone, is anything but square

Feb.29, 2016 - Developers Christina Cyr and Linda Inagawa, founders of Dtoor, are reimagining the dominant rectangular smartphone design and have created the Cyrcle, a partially 3D printed circular smartphone. More

Gorgeous 3D printed custom city dioramas now offered by Japanese 3D printing company iJet

Feb.29, 2016 - Through a collaboration with city mapping experts Zenrin, Japanese 3D printing specialists iJet are now offering custom-made 3D printed city dioramas that can allow you to return to that one special place again and again. More

TNO working on personalized 3D printed oral dosage drugs, Steven Erpelinck reveals

Feb.29, 2016 - Dutch TNO researcher Steven Erpelinck is working on 3D printed personalized oral pharmaceuticals that could be specifically produced to meet the conditions of a patient and optimize treatment potential. More

3D printed candy is here! Dubai store introduces 'Magic Candy Factory'

Feb.28, 2016 - Candylicious, a store in Dubai Mall, is selling what could be the world's first on-demand 3D printed candy. The store's new 'Magic Candy Factory', developed by Katjes, consists of two 3D printers which can create customized candies in under 5 minutes. More

Awesome 3D printed AK47 presented as gift to 'Rust' gaming community

Feb.28, 2016 - Designer Sergey Kolesnik has presented a 3D printed AK47 as a gift to players of Rust, a massive multiplayer survival game being developed by Facepunch Studios in Walsall, UK. More

Revolutionary 5D data storage can save 360TB of data for billions of years

Feb.28, 2016 - Scientists from the University of Southampton have developed a groundbreaking technique for storing digital files in five dimensions. This 5D Optical Memory technique can store up to 360 terabytes of data for 13.8 billion years when kept at room temperature, and could be used to preserve mankind's most important documents. More

Making of Chemical Brothers' 3D printed dancer revealed in new Behind the Scenes video

Feb.28, 2016 - VFX studio The Mill has released a behind the scenes clip of the Chemical Brothers' Wide Open music video to show how 3D scanning, motion tracking, and 3D animation was used to bring their 3D printed dancer to life. More

Hacker mods Nerf gun into an awesome 3D printed Halo 5 MA5D assault rifle

Feb.28, 2016 - Reddit user Jeremy Chang has built a Halo 5 MA5D assault rifle using a modified Nerf Rayven blaster and 3D printed parts. The DIY weapon will be used in games of Humans vs. Zombies. More

'Made by hand & machine': Kasia Wisniewski designs stunning 3D printed bridal accessories

Feb.27, 2016 - Designer Kasia Wisniewski has combined 3D printing with traditional crafting techniques to create a stunning collection of nature inspired bridal accessories, all available through her Etsy store, Collected Edition. More

10 awesome 3D printed Pokémon creations to celebrate Pokémon's 20th anniversary

Feb.27, 2016 - Today, February 27, marks a special day in the Pokémon calendar: 20 years ago today, Nintendo released its first Pok'mon games on the handheld Gameboy console. To celebrate the game's enduring legacy, we've compiled 10 awesome 3D printed Pokémon creations to put together at home. More

Simone Fontana releases 22-piece 3D printed Tracer Gun from Overwatch

Feb.27, 2016 - 3D designer Simone Fontana has released the files for a 3D printed replica of Tracer's gun from the upcoming Blizzard game Overwatch. More

Weekend project: 3D printable Trammel of Archimedes

Feb.27, 2016 - Instructables user [mtairymd] has designed a 3D printable Trammel of Archimedes, an ancient mechanism used for tracing out an ellipse. According to its creator, the 3D printed trammel can be built for around $22. More

Handcrafted desk featuring intricate 3D printed map captures beauty and light of NYC

Feb.27, 2016 - New York City-based designer Troy Huang has crafted a one-of-a-kind desk featuring an intricately detailed map of Manhattan made from precise laser-cut and 3D printed buildings, all illuminated by colorful LED lights. More

Canadian researchers pioneering 3D printed bio-absorbable bone-like medical implants

Feb.26, 2016 - Mihaela Vlasea, part of a research team at the University of Waterloo, is working to develop bio-absorbable 3D printed medical implants made from the bone-like calcium polyphosphate powder. More

Eastman partners with Korean University to 3D print prosthetic hands for children in need

Feb.26, 2016 - Eastman Chemical Company and Chung-Ang University in Seoul are collaborating to 3D print prosthetic hands for children in need. The 3D printed hands will be made at the University's new 3D printing facility using Eastman Amphora, a high-quality, styrene-free and food-safe 3D printing polymer. More

3D printing tactile maps for the blind and visually impaired

Feb.26, 2016 - Rutgers University School of Engineering and Touch Mapper have launched two separate yet equally inspiring projects to 3D print high-quality tactile or Braille maps for the blind and visually impaired. More

Student 3D designers create 3D printed everyday tools for people with disabilities

Feb.26, 2016 - Two young makers, Matt and Brian, from Makerbot's Thingiverse community have been recognized for designing two 3D printed tools to help people with disabilities such as MS and Parkinson's Disease with everyday tasks. More

3D printed house replica crucial for acquittal of home invasion shooting defendant in Montana

Feb.26, 2016 - A 3D printed replica of a home played a crucial role in acquitting defendant James George Stiffler in a deliberate homicide case in Montana. The defendant shot and killed a home invader in 2013, and the model proved that he was threatened at the time. More

Boston Dynamics' next-gen 3D printed Atlas humanoid robot endures 'torture' test

Feb.26, 2016 - Google-owned Boston Dynamics has just revealed a very impressive update of their partially 3D printed humanoid Atlas robot, that is far lighter than its processor, can walk through snow, stack boxes and even stand up after falling. More

Bentley considers 3D printing as way to appeal to younger customers

Feb.26, 2016 - British luxury motorcar company Bentley is bringing their timeless car designs up to speed, possibly by integrating 3D printing into the vehicle's manufacturing, in order to have greater appeal amongst younger clients. More

3D printed at-home medical device detects anemia within seconds

Feb.26, 2016 - Researchers at Kansas Sate University have developed a low-cost, point-of-care 3D printed device that, when paired with a smartphone app, can detect anemia in as little as 60 seconds. More

3Ders' top 15 list of our favorite 3D printed dresses

Feb.25, 2016 - In the aftermath of New York Fashion Week F/W 2016, where we were stunned by all the 3D printed pieces that hit the runway, we thought what better way to celebrate than to put together a list of our favorite 3D printed dresses over the past few years. More

3D printed repair parts help keep Nintendo 64 controller alive

Feb.25, 2016 - ENKKO has launched a Kickstarter campaign to manufacture high quality repair parts for the classic N64 controller, made with the help of 3D scanning and 3D printing technology. More

Man regains hand function thanks to 3D printed orthosis made from 70+ parts

Feb.25, 2016 - A biomedical engineering student in Poland used a desktop Zmorph 3D printer to create a custom, functional device consisting of more than 70 precision 3D printed parts, for a man suffering from limb paralysis in one of his hands. More

Monika Vaverová's 3D printed Eagle Borg superhero outfit is a sci-fi dream

Feb.25, 2016 - Czech fashion and costume designer Monika Vaverová, founder of MIMO, who earlier this fall unveiled her stunning and partially 3D printed Eagleborg costume, is one of the first Czech artists to bring 3D printing technology to the runway. More

3D printed stick head opens lacrosse up to disabled children in Long Island, NY

Feb.25, 2016 - With the help of an enlarged stick head designed through 3D printing, disabled children in Long Island, NY, can now also enjoy the region's most popular sport: lacrosse. More

Map your surroundings with the 3D printed Sweep LiDAR scanner for drones and small vehicles

Feb.25, 2016 - Bay Area startup Scance is about to take their Sweep LiDAR scanner to Kickstarter, a very potent drone sensor attachment that will allow you to accurately map your surroundings and even develop obstacle avoidance systems. More

USC researchers use 3D printing to help produce nanomaterials on a larger scale

Feb.25, 2016 - Nanoparticles, considered as a 21st century breakthrough material by some, have always been slow to manufacture. USC researchers are speeding things up with the help of 3D printing. More

Australian researchers develop 3D printed arteries to personalize heart disease treatment

Feb.24, 2016 - A team of doctors and engineers from the University of Melbourne have collaborated in an effort to better understand and gain insight into human arteries by using 3D imaging and printing technologies to recreate models of patients' heart arteries. More

Blokko launches two 3D printed comic book campaigns via 3D storytelling platform

Feb.24, 2016 - Blokko is a Singaporean startup that brings original stories and characters to life through 3D printing. Now, after several months of operation, the web platform is promoting two of their most promising stories and products: Evacomics, and Lost NightMare. More

MakerBot releases statement on eBay vs. Thingiverse''Sad Face' 3D model controversy

Feb.24, 2016 - MakerBot has written a strongly worded response to an eBay store that has been selling 3D prints of Thingiverse designs in direct violation of their Terms of Use and the Creative Commons license. More

Ed Zarick releases guide to 3D printing a fully functional life-size Star Wars BB-8 droid

Feb.24, 2016 - Fire fighter and self-taught 3D printing engineer Ed Zarick has created a wonderfully realistic Star Wars BB-8 replica with a single-axis rotation system and 3D printed head. More

3D printed handheld zero gravity coffee brewer successfully tested in space

Feb.24, 2016 - Researchers from Portland State University have expanding their successful zero gravity coffee cup design with a 3D printed brewing attachment, allowing astronauts to enjoy the comforts of a freshly brewed cup of coffee too. More

Air New Zealand is 3D printing aircraft cocktail trays

Feb.24, 2016 - Air New Zealand is hoping to use 3D printing to get ahead in today's fiercely competitive commercial airline space by reducing inventory by 3D printing on-demand replacement parts, aircraft cocktail trays and cabin parts. More

6 ways 3D printing is redefining home decor

Feb.23, 2016 - If you're still wondering how 3D printing could be used in our everyday lives, here are six extraordinary examples of 3D printed home decor. More

NASA, Made in Space working on Archinaut, an in-orbit robotic 3D printing demo

Feb.23, 2016 - Just two years ago, NASA successfully launched a 3D printer to the International Space Station (ISS) in collaboration with Silicon Valley startup Made in Space, and now, as they gear up to send a second one into space, they have announced a new project they are working on to build a 3D printer equipped with a robotic arm into space. More

Amazing 3D printed Blades of Chaos from God of War shared by Kirby Downey

Feb.23, 2016 - South African prop designer Kirby Downey is back with another amazing video game tribute: extremely cool 3D printed Blades of Chaos from the God of War franchise. More

Rough and Tumble: 3D print your very own fantasy board game

Feb.23, 2016 - Cross Lances Studio, a team of Italian game creators and digital designers have created a checkers inspired 3D printable fantasy board game that is being funded through a Kickstarter Campaign. More

Matt Adereth's open source 3D printed ergonomic Dactyl Keyboard is truly amazing

Feb.23, 2016 - Matt Adereth has shared his designs for one of the most impressive keyboards we've ever seen, the 3D printed ergonomic and mechanical Dactyl Keyboard. More

Czech pilot releases new 3D printable RC model airplanes for under $20

Feb.23, 2016 - Czech-based 3DLabPrint has released a series of four fully 3D printable RC model airplanes designed specifically to be made using standard, desktop 3D printers. More

Artists secretly 3D scan bust of Egyptian Queen Nefertiti and release 3D Print files online

Feb.23, 2016 - Ownership of a great amount of art found around the world has been disputed time and time again. An artistic duo has secretly 3D scanned the always controversial bust of Egyptian Queen Nefertiti and shared it with the world. More

Singapore launches program to train employees in 3D printing and robotics

Feb.22, 2016 - Singapore's Workforce Development Agency has developed and will be funding a series of masterclasses aimed at helping professionals from various industries deepen their practical knowledge of advanced manufacturing technologies such as 3D printing. More

Newly patented Microsoft stylus could improve 3D printed surface textures

Feb.22, 2016 - A patent filed by Microsoft concerning its planned 'Color Control' technology details the company's potential plans to develop a color- and texture-sensing stylus. The device could be used with CAD software to produce texturally detailed models for 3D printing. More

RMIT study shows 3D printed plastics can potentially pose health and environmental risks

Feb.22, 2016 - As 3D printing becomes an increasingly present form of manufacturing, researchers have begun to consider the potential risks of the emerging technology. Very recently, a pilot study published by an investigative team of researchers at RMIT showed findings that a number of photopolymers used in 3D printing were actually toxic and could cause health and environmental risks. More

Brazilian parrot receives world's first titanium 3D printed beak

Feb.22, 2016 - Gigi, a blue and yellow macaw rescued from captivity with a deformed beak that prevented her from eating, has received the first ever metal 3D printed prosthetic beak. More

This fantastic 3D printed Arduino-powered robotic lawn mower takes the stress out of mowing

Feb.22, 2016 - German engineering and RepRap veteran Andreas Haeuser has just shared his latest DIY 3D printing project: a robotic, Arduino-powered automatic lawn mower robot: a low cost solution that will take care of the most annoying chore in the world. More

Amputee James Young gets cool 3D printed bionic prosthetic inspired by Metal Gear Solid game

Feb.22, 2016 - Amputee James Young has just revealed an amazing 3D printed bionic prosthetic, which has been designed by Sophie de Oliveira Barata and Open Bionics as a tribute to the latest Metal Gear Solid video game. More

Turkish implant producer TST Tibbi Aletler has great success with Blueprinter SHS 3D printer

Feb.22, 2016 - For the production of unique medical implant prototypes, Turkish implant manufacturer TST Tibbi Aletler has adopted a Danish-made Blueprinter SHS 3D printer, which uses the unique Selective Heat Sintering 3D printing technique. More

Disney patent for 3D scanning and high resolution 3D printing approved by US patent office

Feb.22, 2016 - A patent filed by Disney detailing a technique for creating high resolution 3D prints from low resolution 3D scans has just been approved by the US patent office. More

Australian cancer patient receives 3D printed vertebrae in life changing surgery

Feb.22, 2016 - At the Prince of Wales Hospital in Sydney, Australia, another medical miracle has taken place thanks to 3D printing as a team of doctors have successfully implanted a 3D printed titanium vertebrae into a patient suffering from a life-threatening case of chordoma cancer. More

3D printing community rallies against eBay store selling 3D prints of Thingiverse designs

Feb.21, 2016 - Thingiverse users have been protesting against just3Dprint, an eBay store selling 3D printed models of Thingiverse designs without the permission of their designers. A maker named 'loubie' brought the matter to public attention when the store refused to take down her design from their catalogue. More

New OESH women's shoes feature 3D printed soles that mimic the human foot

Feb.21, 2016 - Footwear specialists OESH have reinvented women's shoes with the help of scientific research, and have come up with a series of 3D printed shoes that actually mimic the energy releasing function of our feet, instead of cushioning our feet and straining our limbs. More

3D printed gas detector uses space tech to sniff out bed bugs

Feb.21, 2016 - British pest control company Insect Research Systems Ltd. has developed a 3D printed detection monitor able to detect bodily gas emissions from bed bugs. The 3D printed device, developed at the Campus Technology Hub (CTH) in Cheshire, UK, utilizes technology developed for ESA's Rosetta spacecraft. More

Cast your own silicone gaskets with 3D printed molds

Feb.20, 2016 - Industrial designer Eric Strebel has posted an instructional video showing viewers how to make professional quality silicone gaskets. The method uses 3D printed plastic molds, GI-1040 silicone rubber, and a vacuum chamber. More

Exo-biote project breathes life into 3D printed soft robotics

Feb.20, 2016 - Exo-biote is an installation of 3D printed soft robotic sculptures that mimic natural breathing patterns, created as a collaboration between Le Fresnoy, the French National Studio for Contemporary Arts, and the National Institute for Computer Science and Applied Mathematics. More

Host your own mini robot battle with 3D printed Bashbots series

Feb.20, 2016 - 3D print enthusiast Alex Czech has designed a series of 3D printed robots that are powered by simple, low-cost DC motors and can even be outfitted with spinning claws to battle against one another. The latest instalment of the BashBot Series is the 3D printed BugBot, whose STL files are now available to download for free. More

Dentists using Form 2 SLA 3D printer for digital dentistry to create bleaching trays, bite guards, and surgical guides

Feb.20, 2016 - Dentists are using Form 2 SLA 3D printer for digital dentistry to produce bleaching trays, bite guards, and surgical guides in their own offices. They believe Digital dentistry is the future of the dental industry. More

Morphosource adds 400 monkey skulls to its bank of 9,000 3D printable fossils

Feb.20, 2016 - Morphosource, the online fossil database which became famous for its publication of 'homo naledi' 3D images, now contains over 9,000 3D images of more than 500 extinct species. Its latest additions include 400 monkey skulls, added by Harvard scholars. More

These 'EGO3D' 3D printed busts are head and shoulders above the rest

Feb.19, 2016 - With German sculptor EGO3D, customers can order 3D printed busts of themselves, family members, or beloved German historical figures. The company can create an accurate 3D model with just three 2D photographs. More

History Channel rewards Vikings fans with 3D printed props

Feb.19, 2016 - 3D printing studio 3D Brooklyn has designed and created a series of authentic props based on actual objects from the History Channel's hit drama, Vikings. Each week, viewers will have the chance to cast their vote and win their own 3D printed Vikings treasure. More

Flying 3D printer drones perfect for building shelters in disaster areas

Feb.19, 2016 - Imperial College London's Dr. Mirko Kovac has recently been awarded millions to develop flying 3D printer drones capable of building shelters in disaster areas, and says the concept could revolutionize construction and relief industries. More

Ring it up: 3D print your own ATtiny 85 ring watch

Feb.19, 2016 - Instructables user Chen Liang has designed an Arduino-powered, 3D printable ATtiny85 Ring Watch'a tiny wearable that can be worn on the finger. More

Researchers using 3D printing to develop first-of-its-kind implantable artificial kidney based on microchips

Feb.19, 2016 - The Vanderbilt University research behind The Kidney Project is using 3D printing to develop artificial kidney implants that can radically change the lives of kidney disease patients hooked onto dialysis machines. More

3D printing to save Sir Joey: Dialexa 3D printing open source wheelchair for disabled dog

Feb.19, 2016 - Dallas, Texas-based tech company Dialexa is developing a 3D printed wheelchair for Sir Joey McGee, an adorable 3-year-old puppy born with deformations in his front legs. More

15 truly useful things you can 3D print for your home

Feb.19, 2016 - Beyond 3D printed keychains and coasters, there are tons of truly useful, practical and cool household goods you can make on a 3D printer. Here are 15 useful 3D prints that you can download for free. More

BRICK 3D prints Fit Nesting Dolls filled with custom fitness plan to encourage new members

Feb.19, 2016 - With the help of 3D printed Fit Nesting Dolls that resemble your personal fitness goals and are filled with a customized workout schedule, BRICK fitness is encouraging its new members to keep going and overcome the five-month hurdle that sees many people give up. More

Jay Leno turns to 3D scanning and printing to create replacement parts for his EcoJet concept car

Feb.19, 2016 - With the help of 3D Systems' excellent 3D scanning and 3D printing services, car lover Jay Leno has been able to create replacement parts for his unique EcoJet concept car. More

Mechanical Engineer wins Europeana contest by reimagining classic paintng into a 3D printed lamp

Feb.19, 2016 - Inspiration can come from any number of places. Gabriele Crivelli combined his love for food & drink, creativity and 3D printing to win Europeana's third annual Open Innovation Challenge. More

Materialise creates 3D printed anechoic sound chamber for Peugeot Fractal concept car

Feb.18, 2016 - Materialise has explained the 3D printing processes behind the music-enhancing sound chamber of Peugeot's Fractal concept car, unveiled at the Frankfurt Auto Show in September. 82% of the car's interior surfaces were 3D printed. More

This amazing biomimetic anthropomorphic robotic hand contains 3D printed bones

Feb.18, 2016 - Zhe Xu and Emanuel Todorov, engineers from the University of Washington, Seattle, have built a highly complex 3D printed robotic hand. The pair obtained a 3D scan of a cadaver skeleton in order to design 3D printed bones for the biomimetic device. More

World's first solid gold 3Doodle inspires 14-piece 3Doodler jewelry collection

Feb.18, 2016 - New York-based DGC Jewelers recently created a first-of-its-kind solid gold heart, cast from an original 3Doodler design. This launched an entire collection of unique jewelry pieces designed with the 3Doodler 3D printing pen and finished with 14K gold, diamonds and other precious gems. More

From 2D to 3D: ZVerse and Konica Minolta partner to make 2D images 3D printable

Feb.18, 2016 - ZVerse and Konica Minolta have entered a partnership whereby 3D Systems reseller Konica Minolta will sell access to ZVerse LAYR, an end-to-end 3D content creation platform that easily transforms 2D images into fully 3D printable files. More

Cambits 3D printed blocks let you build completely modular camera

Feb.18, 2016 - Cambits, developed at Columbia University, is a reconfigurable camera system composed of colourful, 3D printed blocks that lets users quickly and easily build a range of cameras'with a variety of impressive computational capabilities. More

3D printed ear successfully attached to elderly man thanks to team of Croatian doctors

Feb.18, 2016 - A team of doctors at the Rijeka Hospital in Rijeka, Croatia have recently and successfully attached a 3D printed ear to an elderly patient whose biological ear had to be removed because of skin cancer. More

Functionalize shares cool tutorial for 3D printed solder and wire free Arduino touchscreen

Feb.18, 2016 - Showing off just what their highly conductive F-Electric filament can do, Functionalize has just shared a very cool tutorial for a 3D printed Arduino color touchscreen tool that can be assembled without any soldering or wires required. More

Ötzi the 5300-year-old Ice Man mummy given new life through 3D printing

Feb.18, 2016 - With the help of the medical 3D printing expertise of Belgian specialists Materialise, paleo artist Gary Staab has given new life to one of the most fascinating mummies ever found: Ötzi the Ice Man, a 5,000 year old Bronze Age man completely preserved in ice. More

Iranian Artist recovers, shares and 3D Prints ISIS destroyed ancient artifacts with the world

Feb.18, 2016 - After recent cases of the destruction of historical relics by ISIS soldiers at a museum in Iraq, artist Moreshin Allhyari has taken it upon herself to digitize and restore the remains with 3D printing. More

Russian arms manufacturer Kalashnikov Concern targets 3D printed assault rifle

Feb.17, 2016 - Kalashnikov Concern, Russia's key manufacturer of Kalashnikov machine guns and producer of several other arms, technologies, and military vehicles, has employed metal manufacturer Stankoprom to produce 3D printed parts for Kalashnikov submachine guns and advanced pistols. More

3D printed flowers reveal how orchids trick flies by mimicking mushrooms

Feb.17, 2016 - Researchers used 3D printed casts of the Dracula fleurii orchid to investigate how the flower has evolved over time to attract pollinating flies by masquerading as a mushroom. More

Metalysis, UK-based producer of titanium 3D printing powder, secures £20M investment

Feb.17, 2016 - Metalysis, a UK-based manufacturer of metal powders for 3D printing, has secured a £20M ($28.5m) investment from British businessman Neil Woodford and Australian zircon producer Iluka Resources. More

Original 1929 Oscars statue revived with 3D printing for 2016 Academy Awards

Feb.17, 2016 - The Academy Awards, more commonly known as The Oscars, have announced that they have partnered with NY based foundry Polich Tallix to revive the original Oscar statuettes from 1929 using 3D scanning, 3D printing, and hand-casting processes. More

US Army's 2017 Expeditionary Warrior Experiments to include customizable 3D printed drones

Feb.17, 2016 - The U.S. Army will test new customizable On-Demand Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems, developed through a new 3D printing process, at the 2017 Army Expeditionary Warrior Experiments, where new military tools are tested in the field. More

Ohne Titel's 3D printed fashions turn heads at NY Fashion Week

Feb.17, 2016 - With New York Fashion Week in full swing 3D printing seems to be the word on everyone's mouth. Now, womenswear label Ohne Titel have showcased their latest collection, which features pieces made with the help of 3D printing technology. More

Open Bionics' £500 3D printed robotic hand can be assembled in less than an hour

Feb.17, 2016 - The advent of low-cost 3D printing has been bringing the price for custom prosthetics down for years now. Open Bionics has just announced the kit sale of their Ada Hand, a £500 3D printed robotic hand that can be assembled in less than one hour. More

Build a 3D printer from scratch (& get shown how) with $1,600 Buildclass course

Feb.17, 2016 - Buildclass is offering courses showing students how to build a DIY 3D printer from 200+ parts. The two-day course and 3D printer kit costs $1,600 and includes all necessary components for an FFF or syringe FDM 3D printer. Johns Hopkins University recently took part in the program. More

GTSO enforces weed limit with 3D printed child-proof cannabis container

Feb.16, 2016 - Green Technology Solutions, Inc., together with its 3D printing partner, 6th Dimension Technologies, today announced it is seeking a suitable manufacturer for its 3D printed, child-proof cannabis containers. More

440 model houses 3D printed for Zoetis' 3D printing and AR educational campaign across Canada

Feb.16, 2016 - Zoetis, the world's largest provider of medicine and vaccinations for pets, recently ran a Canada-wide educational campaign that used 440 3D printed model houses and augmented reality apps to teach veterinarians about the risks of flea infestation and preventative measures. More

Lady Gaga's Grammy's tribute to David Bowie features stunning visual effects made with help of 3D printing

Feb.16, 2016 - The 58th Annual Grammy awards featured a stunning homage to David Bowie by singer Lady Gaga. The performance included ground breaking visual effects which were made with the help of 3D printing technologies and Intel's Curie module. More

French researchers develop extremely thin 3D printable acoustic metasurface to perfect sound absorption

Feb.16, 2016 - A team of researchers working at the French National Centre for Scientific Research (CNRS) and the University of Lorraine in Nancy, France have designed an acoustic metasurface capable of perfect sound absorption which could be fabricated using 3D printing technologies. More

3D printed 'O Phone' goes back to basics to cure smartphone addiction

Feb.16, 2016 - Alter Ego Architects, a Serbian design studio, has designed a 3D printed concept phone with E Ink display and no apps. The minimalist 3D printed handset has been designed to curtail smartphone addiction. More

Belgian design agency treats clients to chocolate made with 3D printing

Feb.16, 2016 - Brussels, Belgium based design firm Absolute Agency is helping their clients to ring in the new year with custom designed chocolate bars made with the help of a 3D printed mold. More

3D printers find their way into the metal spring industry for prototyping

Feb.16, 2016 - Though almost never associated with plastic 3D printing, Tim Parkinson from Airedale Springs revealed that 3D printers are actually extensively used in the production of metal springs, for prototyping exact sizes and for maintaining quality standards. More

Metal 3D printing soaring in Singapore's blooming aviation industry

Feb.16, 2016 - This year's Singapore Airshow 2016 reflects the strong focus of the country's expanding aviation industry on metal 3D printing, which is especially advanced by key players such as GE Aviation and Rolls-Royce. More

threeASFOUR unveils two spectacular 3D printed dresses at New York Fashion Week

Feb.16, 2016 - New York based fashion collective threeASFOUR have unveiled their recent collection, Biomimicry, at NYFW. The designs feature two stunning 3D printed dresses made in partnership with Stratasys. More

Renishaw and BioHorizons collaborate to produce tailor-made 3D printed dental abutments

Feb.16, 2016 - Global engineering and technology firm Renishaw has partnered with dental implant manufacturer BioHorizons to development LaserAbutments: custom-fit metal 3D printed abutments for false teeth. More

World's smallest 3D printed Matterhorn reveals practical uses of nanoscale 3D printing

Feb.15, 2016 - Researchers from the Paul Scherrer Institute have 3D printed the world's smallest Matterhorn Mountain, measuring less than a tenth of a millimeter in size. The research proves that such small 3D printed structures can realistically be produced on a mass scale, and potentially used to improve industrial machine manufacturing. More

4-meter-tall 3D printed lions to guard Lyon's Parc Olympique

Feb.15, 2016 - Four massive 3D printed lions, measuring 4.2 meters and weighing in a 1.5 tons each, will soon stand guard around Lyon's Parc Olympique, the official stadium for the city's football club. The lions are being 3D printed by local startup Drawn, makers of the large-format Galatea 3D printer. More

Fantastic FDL-1 3D printed foam dart launcher now on Kickstarter

Feb.15, 2016 - Maker and software programmer Jesse Kovarovics has just launched a Kickstarter campaign for the fully automatic and high-powered FDL-1, the most impressive 3D printed foam dart gun and turret we've ever seen. More

PieceMaker teams with Ford Motor; brings metal 3D printing into retail personalization kiosk

Feb.15, 2016 - Retail 3D printing company PieceMaker, which only months ago announced an exciting partnership with media network Nickelodeon, have just announced a new partnership with Ford Motor Company to make 3D printable and customizable toy cars, and the launch of PieceMaker Metals, their first break into the 3D printing metal industry. More

Dublin researcher awarded €2.5M to develop 3D printed long lasting battery

Feb.15, 2016 - A research team led by Prof Valeria Nicolosi at Trinity College Dublin's Amber Science Centre has recently been awarded a grant of €2.5 million to continue the development of their 3D2DPrint project, a new type of long lasting battery that can be housed and hidden within any type of material. More

Ben the one-legged Parrot can finally get some sleep after receiving custom 3D printed leg

Feb.14, 2016 - Disabilities come in all forms. Ben the parrot was missing a leg and couldn't balance and even lost sleep because of it. A team of 3D printing specialists in England designed a 3D printing replacement peg and fitted it onto Mr. Ben. More

3D printed WYNG flash diffuser helps capture the perfect photo

Feb.14, 2016 - American photographer Mat Sutor has designed an affordable, flexible and lightweight 3D printed flash diffuser to help photographers capture moments perfectly. More

Nick Knight creates 25-foot-tall 3D printed sculpture of Naomi Campbell & 'Fallen Angel' Kate Moss

Feb.14, 2016 - Celebrated fashion photographer Nick Knight uses 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies to create beautiful and provocative Photographic Sculptures of some of the world's top supermodels, including Naomi Campbell and Kate Moss. More

3D Printed Simple Steady GoPro stabilization add-on blows past Kickstarter target

Feb.14, 2016 - Stabilization software on GoPro and Smartphones only work so well. A group of Swiss friends have successfully Kickstarted the Simple Steady, a 3D printed adapter to keep your footage shake free. More

The Black Crook: The first music video featuring 3D printed costumes and jewelry

Feb.13, 2016 - Holy Faya, the brainchild of French designers C'lia Elmasu and Nelly Zagury, Just Premiered 'The Black Crook', billed as the 'first music video featuring 3D printed costumes and jewelry', in New York. More

The Black Crook: The first music video featuring 3D printed costumes and jewelry

Feb.13, 2016 - Holy Faya, the brainchild of French designers C'lia Elmasu and Nelly Zagury, Just Premiered 'The Black Crook', billed as the 'first music video featuring 3D printed costumes and jewelry', in New York. More

Singapore Technologies Aerospace adopts 3D printing to design VIP aircraft interiors

Feb.13, 2016 - Singapore Technologies Aerospace has today opened a new VIP Aircraft Interiors Centre equipped with digital design studios and 3D printing workshops, to respond to the growing demand for bespoke, luxury aircraft cabin interiors. More

Watly's modular device provides clean water, Internet connectivity to infrastructure-poor regions

Feb.13, 2016 - Watly is an integrated utility machine that harnesses solar power to provide free, off-grid electricity, water filtration, and internet connectivity to infrastructure-poor regions. Uniquly modular, Watly can also be fitted with a variety of tools depending on specific community needs, including everything from e-car chargers to 3D printers. More

Dutch consumers ready for technical revolutions and 3D printing, new study says

Feb.13, 2016 - While specialists are often skeptical about the adoption rates of new technologies, including 3D printing, a new study by Dutch IT specialists EMC Federatie has argued that Dutch consumers are ready for technical revolutions and new digital technologies. More

Faircap Project: Open source 3D printed water filter aims to solve global crisis for just $1

Feb.12, 2016 - The Faircap Project is a collaborative, clean water initiative, whose aim is to create an affordable, portable, open source 3D printed water filtration device that could provide clean, safe, drinkable water to those in need. More

Vincent Brinkmann turns flip-flops into ritualized concrete art with the help of 3D printing

Feb.12, 2016 - In an attempt to change the way we look at production, reproduction and manufacturing, German new media artist Vincent Brinkmann has created ritualized, concrete art in his 'Serial 3D printing' project. More

Top 10 ideas for 3D printed Valentine's Day gifts

Feb.12, 2016 - We've rounded up a list of our top picks of 3D printed or 3D printable Valentine's Day gifts that will have your loved one extruding affection. More

Smithsonian's 3D scanning reveals astronaut graffiti inside Apollo 11 spacecraft

Feb.12, 2016 - During an ongoing 3D scanning and digitization project, the Smithsonian's National Air and Space Museum recently uncovered never-before-seen handwritten notes from inside the Apollo 11's command module, Columbia. More

3D printed terracotta heart replica by Yardena Kurulkar wins Blake Prize 2016

Feb.12, 2016 - A truly remarkable series of photographs by Yardena Kurulkar, showing a 3D printed terracotta heart replica slowly decaying, has won the prestigious Australian Blake Prize 2016 for spiritual art. More

Resurrect popular chocolate bar the Trio with help of 3D printing

Feb.12, 2016 - Feelings of nostalgia can bring back the fondest of memories in a flash. RepRap blogger Richrap uses 3D printing to revive the discontinued chocolate bar the Trio. More

Unimpossible Missions: GE gives a snowball a chance in hell through 3D printing and industrial engineering

Feb.12, 2016 - To celebrate Thomas Edison and National Inventors Day, GE has used a super alloy container and 3D printing to give a snowball a chance in hell, as part of their Unimpossible Missions project. More

Adaptable children's arm prosthetic made from 3D printing and LEGO wins award at Paris show

Feb.11, 2016 - Colombia designer Carlos Torres, who designed the IKO Creative Prosthetic System, a 3D printed LEGO children's arm prosthetic, has recently won the Grand Prix for his project at Netexplo digital technology summit in Paris. More

Gamer revives NES-classic Duck Hunt with VR and 3D printing

Feb.11, 2016 - 21-year-old Joseph Delgado has created a Virtual Reality version of the classic, 8-bit Nintendo game Duck Hunt. The modified setup consists of an Oculus Rift DK2, a Razer Hydra and a 3D printed headmount. More

Rubik’s Cube solved by robot in 0.887 seconds, beating recent record set by 3D printed bot

Feb.11, 2016 - The Sub1, a new robot designed by industrial engineer Adam Beer, has solved a scrambled Rubik's Cube in 0.887 seconds, a new world record. The previous record was set just a few weeks ago, by a 3D printed robot built by Jay Flatland and Paul Rose. More

New smart lock on the market, IKILOCK, prototyped with 3D printing technologies

Feb.11, 2016 - French company GEMECOD has introduced their new product IKILOCK, a smart lock that unlocks not only your own front door, but also your building's front door if you live in an apartment complex. The product was designed with the help of 3D printing. More

ALDI Australia to sell budget Cocoon Create 3D printer and 3D printing pen

Feb.11, 2016 - In a very surprising move, Aldi's Australian supermarkets will begin to sell the budget Cocoon Create 3D printer, as well as filament and a 3D printing pen, starting next week. More

New York private hospital offers high quality 3D printed preview models for cosmetic procedures

Feb.11, 2016 - The Montefiore Medical Center, a New York-based private hospital, has adopted the Mirror Me 3D printer for the production of highly detailed 3D printed preview models to give cosmetic surgery patients a realistic expectation of what the procedure can achieve. More

Monster Crayons, made with 3D printed molds, to raise funds for abused kids through Act For Kids charity

Feb.11, 2016 - A crowdfunding campaign has recently been launched for Monster Crayons, a product made with the help of 3D printing that its founders hope will become a solid source of income for Australia-wide children's charity Act For Kids. More

Texas students taking on Zika virus-carrying mosquitoes with 3D printed test kit

Feb.11, 2016 - A team of students from the University of Texas is working on clever little tool for combating the Zika virus carried by mosquitoes, a 3D printed DIY test kit that can diagnose viruses carried by mosquitoes in your own backyard. More

Israeli artist Eyal Gever works with NASA on first ever 3D printed Laugh sculpture in outer space

Feb.11, 2016 - For what will be the first ever space art production, NASA will collaborate with Israeli artist Eyal Gever to 3D print a sculpture of laughter on their zero-gravity 3D printer, made by Made in Space. More

Source3 and U.S. Army to 3D print personalized keepsakes for soldiers

Feb.10, 2016 - As part of a licensing agreement between Source3 and the U.S. Army, soldiers, service members, family, and friends will be able to order customizable, full-color, 3D printed keepsakes featuring official U.S. Army logos and personal photographs of proud U.S. Army service members. More

Write memos from across the world with 3D printed 'iBoardbot' whiteboard robot

Feb.10, 2016 - JJRobots, a tech startup from Edinburgh, UK, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its 3D printed, web-connected whiteboard robot. The iBoardbot allows users to remotely command the robot's pen-wielding arm to write messages and draw images. More

3D printed human transplant organs a reality within 15 years, say Russian researchers

Feb.10, 2016 - Kirill Kaem of Russia's Skolkovo Foundation has stated that he believes 3D printed human organs for transplants will be achievable in as little as 15 years thanks to the country's achievements in 3D bioprinting research and development. More

Could cotton candy machines help scientists to 3D print human organs?

Feb.10, 2016 - Leon Bellan, an assistant professor of mechanical engineering at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee, has used a $40 cotton candy machine to help create artificial capillaries. Bellan's research could contribute to the future 3D printing of human organs. More

Make life easier with clever 3D printed life hacks

Feb.10, 2016 - In an attempt to prove that 3D printing is about more than creating useless clutter, Nanjing University lecturer Ding Zhou has hosted a very successful workshop for the creation of tangible life hacks, including 3D printed cutlery a special cutting plate and an umbrella extension. More

Singapore takes levelheaded approach to 3D printed public housing

Feb.10, 2016 - The Singapore Centre for 3D Printing is planning to test the viability of 3D printed public houses as a way to address its growing and ageing population's needs. More

Artistic duo 3D prints plays from all 50 Super Bowl games as sculptures

Feb.10, 2016 - As a tribute to the 50th edition of the Super Bowl, artistic duo benitez vogl have captured all the game data from all 50 finals in a series of impressive 3D printed frames. More

Under-construction Folsom Dam auxiliary spillway began life as 3D printed model

Feb.10, 2016 - A gargantuan auxiliary spillway is currently being built for the Folsom Dam in the Sacramento region by the US Army Corps of Engineers, who have just revealed that the most important mechanisms were all prototyped using 3D printing. More

Transitions Hair Solutions offering 3D printed realistic hairpieces for cancer survivors

Feb.10, 2016 - Transitions Hair Solutions, a New Jersey-based hair prosthesis provider, is providing 3D printed hairpieces for hair loss sufferers. The hairpieces, which can cost between $2,000 and $15,000, have already been made for several cancer survivors. More

Scientists use graphene-based inks to 3D print ultralight supercapacitors

Feb.10, 2016 - Researchers from the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and UC Santa Cruz have created the first ever 3D printed supercapacitors using an ultra-lightweight graphene aerogel. The technology could greatly improve energy storage in smartphones, electric cars, and wireless sensors. More

Run Baby Run! Follow 3D printed baby across the world in amusing stop motion film

Feb.9, 2016 - Created by Eran Amir, Run Baby Run! is a 2:50 minute 3D printed stop motion animated film following a 3D printed baby as it 'runs' from location to location around the world. More

3D printed tactile picture books entertain and teach visually impaired children

Feb.9, 2016 - Tom Yeh and his team of students at the University of Colorado Boulder have been working hard to provide a variety of 3D printed tactile children's books meant for the visually impaired. More

Poietis successfully 3D prints living human tissue with laser-based 3D bioprinting

Feb.9, 2016 - French 3D bioprinting startup Poietis has used its proprietary laser-assisted 3D bioprinting technology to successfully 3D print living human tissue, proving that 3D printed skin is not only a possibility, but a reality. More

Felicia Day models stunning 3D printed Dream Regalia Armor by Melissa Ng in fantasy photo shoot

Feb.9, 2016 - Actress, gamer and Internet Queen Felicia Day recently modeled the 3D printed Dreamer Regalia Armor, a custom-made, 3D printed fantasy costume designed by artist Melissa Ng. More

Dutch designers are using sound to create stunning 3D printed ceramics with custom 3D printer

Feb.9, 2016 - Dutch industrial artist Olivier van Herpt and sound designer Ricky van Broekhoven have collaborated to bring us Solid Vibrations, a project that uses sound to create uniquely textured 3D printed ceramic pieces. More

UC San Diego team 3D bioprints lifelike liver tissue with hopes of saving lives

Feb.9, 2016 - A team of engineers at UC San Diego has recently developed a lightning quick approach to 3D bioprinting liver cells, speeding up potential life-saving drug testing in the process. More

3D printed 'Linespace' display lets blind people explore images & maps by touch

Feb.9, 2016 - Members of the Hasso Plattner Institut (HPI), a computer science and mechanical engineering organization, have developed a tactile display system for the blind using a 3D printer print head. Linespace features a 140x100cm display area on which raised tactile lines are created by the 3D printer. More

Raspberry Pi users can now 3D print a replica of Tim Peake's £3,000 Astro Pi flight case

Feb.8, 2016 - The Raspberry Pi Foundation has released the 3D printing files for its Astro Pi enclosure, as used by British astronaut Tim Peake aboard the International Space Station. The cases sent to space cost '3,000 ($4,300) to produce, but makers can print their own replicas for a fraction of that price. More

EpiBone pioneers 3D printed animal bone scaffolding for human bone regrowth

Feb.8, 2016 - While regenerative bone surgery now still relies on a patient's own bone grafts or cadaver bones, NYC-based startup EpiBone is pioneering a method involving stem cell bone growth within a custom 3D printed scaffold made from animal bone material. More

3D printed chameleon robot changes color to adapt to surroundings

Feb.8, 2016 - A mechanical chameleon, encased in a 3D printed shell and covered with plasmonic displays, automatically changes its color in order to blend into various backgrounds. The robot chameleon's technology could be used in military and biomimetic research applications. More

Lucian Popescu's amazing 3D printed Pandov Chess Set now completed

Feb.8, 2016 - Romanian designer Lucian Popescu has completed his amazing 3D printed Pandov Chess Set, featuring an elegant reimagined set of white and black armies that gets the most out of Shapeways' 3D printing services. More

3D printed 'Spermbots' boost sperm mobility and could help solve male infertility

Feb.8, 2016 - Researchers in Germany have used a Nanoscribe 3D printer to develop tiny 'micro-motors' that can actually help boost a sperm's ability to actively swim and latch onto an egg. These 3D printed 'Spermbots' have proven very successful in lab tests, and could eventually be used to help solve this aspect of male infertility. More

Dutch entrepreneurs 3D print a 20-feet submarine for military and oil platform applications

Feb.8, 2016 - Dutch entrepreneur Filip Jonker recently joined forces with large scale 3D printing expert Jasper Menger to develop small carbon fiber 3D printed submarines that can carry up to two people and can be used for underwater repairs and exploration. More

Russia uses 3D printing in production of colossal T-14 Armata tank

Feb.8, 2016 - Electromashina JSC, a manufacturer of armored vehicles for the Russian army, has revealed that it is using an industrial 3D printer to produce an Armata tank, the standard next-generation armored vehicle platform of the Russian military. More

Melissa Ng 3D prints stunning Dream Regalia Armor for actress Felicia Day

Feb.7, 2016 - Fantasy 3D mask designer Melissa Ng teamed up with Shapeways and CoKreeate to design a stunning, custom-fitted suit of armor for actress Felicia Day. After more than 228 hours of dedicated work, the 3D printed Dreamer Regalia Armor is finally complete. More

German designer 3D prints custom high heel shoes for his wife

Feb.7, 2016 - Just in time for Valentine's day, a German mechatronics engineer has designed a 3D printed a stylish, custom, and actually comfortable pair of high-heel shoes for his wife using ABS filament and a desktop 3D printer. More

Get to grips with these funky 3D printed climbing holds

Feb.6, 2016 - Instructables user Whitney Potter has published a tutorial for making customized climbing holds with a 3D printer. Following Potter's method, makers can print their own molds in thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) before filling them with polyurethane resin to create the finished hold. More

Cosmetic surgeon Dr. Kotlus designs 3D printed surgical tools for eyelid surgeries

Feb.6, 2016 - Accomplished physician Dr. Brett Kotlus has designed two 3D printed surgical instruments for use during eyelid surgeries which did not previously exist on the market. The stainless steel 3D printed eyelid wand and 3D printed pinch forceps are available for purchase through Shapeways. More

Fool your friends with the Three Deck Illusion, a 3D printed card trick

Feb.6, 2016 - Mark Fuller has created a 3D printed version of a deceptively simple card trick, in which three identical decks of cards appear to weigh the same as a single deck alone. The free STL files for 3D printing are up on Thingiverse, so you can create this clever illusion at home. More

Make your own 3D printed Fallout 4 'Pip-Boy 3000 MKVI' powered by Raspberry Pi

Feb.6, 2016 - Adafruit's Ruiz Brothers have published an online tutorial for a 3D printed replica of the 'Pip-Boy 3000', a wrist-computer worn by the protagonist of the 'Fallout' series of video games. The 3D printed cosplay accessory uses a Raspberry Pi and packs several cool features. More

Watch a skier capture stunning'360-degree footage with 3D printed camera rig and iPhone 6

Feb.5, 2016 - Professional skier and visual artist Nicolas Vuignier has designed a 3D printed camera rig that attaches to his iPhone 6, allowing him to capture mesmerizing, 360-degree footage of himself while skiing. The resulting film, titled Centriphone, is definitely worth a watch. More

Moon2STL lets you 3D print the moon

Feb.5, 2016 - For his latest project, Moon2STL, Thatcher Chamblerlin has converted a topographical model of the lunar surface into a navigable STL file, allowing users to explore and select a portion of the Moon's surface to 3D print at home. More

Kids design their own 3D printed prosthetics with Autodesk and KIDmob's Superhero Cyborgs

Feb.5, 2016 - Autodesk and KIDmob recently held the Superhero Cyborgs workshop, inviting six kids born with upper-limb disabilities to design custom 3D printed prosthetics imbued with 'super powers' that reflect their interests and individualities. The workshop also was an opportunity to empower each child by giving them practical experience in 3D modeling, 3D printing, and other 21st century skills. More

BioArchitects announces FDA approval of 3D printed titanium cranial plate implants

Feb.5, 2016 - Custom medical solutions company BioArchitects recently announced the approval of their patient specific 3D printed titanium cranial/craniofacial plate implants by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). More

Bone Therapeutics and Kasios develop 3D bioprinted 'waffle' structures for improved spinal fusion and bone fracture repair

Feb.5, 2016 - European biotechs Bone Therapeutics and Kasios have extended a collaboration to develop a novel product for spinal fusion procedures that uses a spinal fusion cage, made from a 3D bioprinted synthetic matrix, or waffle, to improve natural bone regeneration. More

Thermaltake launches 3DMakers platform for 3D printable PC mods and accessories

Feb.5, 2016 - Thermaltake, a globally recognized manufacturer of computer cases and power supplies, has just launched 3DMakers, a professional platform for free, 3D printable PC mods, case components and accessories. More

Dutch architect, Janjaap Ruijssenaars, unveils 3D printed bench inspired by his plans for the Landscape House

Feb.5, 2016 - In 2013, Dutch architect Janjaap Ruijssenaars impressed us all with his plans to create a 3D printed concept house called the Landscape House. Though the construction has not yet started, Ruijssenaars has made a 3D printed bench reminiscent of his building's design, which will be unveiled in Amsterdam. More

Team CurVoxels creates a new method of using robots to build stunning 3D printed voxelized chairs

Feb.5, 2016 - A group of students from the Bartlett School of Architecture at the University College London have created a set of stunning 3D printed chairs using a new additive manufacturing technique that allows them to create extremely detailed and complex structures. More

Mechanical 3D printed dove delivers message of peace, hope and joy

Feb.5, 2016 - 3D designer Mike Le Page as created an elegant 3D printed dove comprised of 29 moving parts that can be printed in a single run, with no assembly required. The 3D printed dove demonstrates the capabilities of SLS 3D printing, while also spreading a symbolic message of peace, joy, and hope. More

Researchers reveal a swarm of 3D printed self learning aquatic robots that can cooperate with each other

Feb.5, 2016 - Researchers from two Lisbon universities have developed a swarm of intelligent 3D printed aquatic surface robots. These 3D printed robots could be deployed in their hundreds or even thousands and could be used for environmental monitoring, search and rescue, and maritime surveillance. More

Low-cost 3D Printed OrigiGrip robotic hand launches on Indiegogo

Feb.4, 2016 - 3D printing has provided a means to innovate in the hobbyist community for years now. The low-cost, dexterous robot gripper ORIGIGRIP just launched on Indiegogo proves this yet again. More

3D printed brace gives injured NLF star Thomas Davis shot at Super Bowl glory

Feb.4, 2016 - Thanks to a custom-made 3D printed brace by Whiteclouds, Carolina Panthers' all-pro linebacker Thomas Davis might soon become the first NFL player ever to wear a piece of 3D printed equipment during the Super Bowl. More

Z3DLab patents titanium-ceramic metal 3D printing powder for medical and aerospace applications

Feb.4, 2016 - French 3D printing company Z3DLab has developed and patented ZTi-powder, the first titanium-ceramic composite for metal 3D printing, and the hardest material for SLM 3D printing in the world. Combining the strength of ceramic zerconia with the malleability of titanium, ZTi-powder can be used in 3D printed medical implants and areospace parts. More

3D Zings creates custom 3D printed skull-protecting prosthetic for cancer patient

Feb.4, 2016 - Spanish 3D printing company 3D Zings created a custom-made, 3D printed skull-protecting prosthetic for a young man whose cranium and brain were left extremely vulnerable after a tumor removal surgery. More

Via Ludibunda launches a Kickstarter to build 3D printable terrain for RPGs and Wargaming

Feb.4, 2016 - Via Ludibunda, a French miniature wargames and RPG design company, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for its range of 3D printed gameplay scenery. Backers can download their own 3D printable building sets for €15+. More

High school student develops 3D printed ring to monitor Parkinson's disease symptoms

Feb.4, 2016 - High school student at Cupertino High School in California, Utkarsh Tandona, has developed a 3D printed ring that is capable of monitoring Parkinson's patients' tremors and translating them into data accessible through an iOS app. More

Tabulate's accident-proof, 3D printed smartphone & tablet case can be mounted anywhere

Feb.4, 2016 - An Indiegogo campaign has been launched for Tabulate, a 3D printed, ergonomic phone and tablet case. The simple tech accessory, designed for Apple and Android devices, promises to 'eliminate discomfort and slipping'. More

West Virginia carpenter on target with (mostly) 3D printed semi-automatic gun

Feb.3, 2016 - A YouTuber going by the name of 'Derwood' has released a video demonstrating the Shuty-MP1, a 'mostly' 3D printed semi-automatic firearm capable of firing 9mm rounds. According to its creator, 95% of the weapon has been 3D printed in PLA. More

$582.7B Pentagon budget proposal includes plan for 3D printed microdrones

Feb.3, 2016 - US Defense Secretary Ash Carter has outlined plans for several new military projects during a preview of the Pentagon's fiscal year 2017 budget request. Included in the budget proposal is a plan to build 3D printed microdrones. More

How to create your own 3D printed ocarina instrument using 3Doodler 3D printing pen

Feb.3, 2016 - Artist Carrie Michael goes into detail about how to create your very own 3D printed ocarina instrument using nothing but a few small tools and the 3Doodler pen. More

TU Delft creates a fully functional 3D-printed stainless steel bicycle using MX3D's multi axis robotic arm

Feb.3, 2016 - A student team from TU Delft in the Netherlands have designed and produced a fully functional 3D-printed stainless steel bicycle. The students achieved the goal of their three-month project by printing the frame of the bicycle with the help of MX3D in Amsterdam. More

Unique 3D printed PEKK part included on NASA's ICESat-2 Satellite

Feb.3, 2016 - NASA has another pioneering 3D printing innovation on its hands, as their under-construction ICESat-2 satellite will feature a 3D printed bracket made from an electrostatically dissipative thermoplastic called PEKK, that has never gone into space before. More

Prisma 3D printed throwing dart makes a game out of everyday office supplies

Feb.2, 2016 - Looking to inject fun into even the most drab of office cubicles, designer Elvin Chu has created Prisma, an clever and economical 3D printed dart that can be easily assembled with the most basic of office supplies, including a standard pushpin and a few sticky notes. More

Researchers achieve breakthrough in stronger 3D printed bone implants

Feb.2, 2016 - Researchers from Nottingham Trent have achieved a major step forward in improving the strength of 3D printed bone implants by combining crystals grown in sub-zero temperatures with 3D printing technology. The 3D printed synthetic bone research could benefit cancer patients or accident victims who have suffered significant bone loss recover much faster. More

G2A and 3DGence launch G2A 3D+ all-in-one 3D printing platform for gamers

Feb.2, 2016 - G2A and 3DGence have partnered to offer an all-in-one 3D printing platform for video game publishers and developers that will allow users to create customized, 3D printed models of video game characters and content. More

Watch Taiwan researchers successfully launch eco-friendly, 3D printed APPL-9C rocket

Feb.2, 2016 - A locally-designed and developed rocket featuring a 3D printed PLA and fibreglass-based shell was successfully launched in Taiwan this week. The APPL-9C rocket's test launch, produced by the Advanced Rocket Research Center, was part of a test run for the larger, multistage HTTP-3 hybrid rocket, which is scheduled to launch later this year. More

This 3D printed Archelis wearable chair from Japan allows surgeons to sit down during long surgeries

Feb.2, 2016 - In an attempt to reduce fatigue for surgeons who have to stand for hours during complex operations, a team of Japanese researchers have created the 3D printed Archelis wearable chair that helps support muscles while standing. More

Laurent Bernadac covers X-Files theme song with entirely 3D printed electric violin

Feb.1, 2016 - To celebrate the revival of The X-Files and to show off both the design and sound quality of his transparent 3D printed electric violin, musician Laurent Bernadac has released a spooky black and white music video in which he covers the original X-Files theme song using his entirely 3D printed 3DVarius. More

3D printing software, sensors, and carbon nanotubes among top Advanced Materials trends of 2016

Feb.1, 2016 - Lux Research has predicted three of the top 'undercover' advanced materials trends of 2016, including the scale production of carbon nanotube products, 3D printing companies shifting to software and sensors for differentiation, and the emergence of IoT creating opportunities in novel sensing materials. More

3D printed brain model reveals physics of how human brains fold

Feb.1, 2016 - An international team of researchers based in the US, Finland and France 3D printed a fetal brain model using various soft gels to mimic the growth of an actual human brain. The results revealed that the folded structure of our cortex is determined by a physical growth process, a finding that could have implications for diagnosing and treating brain-related diseases. More

UNICEF to invest in technology startups to help children through 3D printing, AI, renewable energy etc

Feb.1, 2016 - The United Nations Children's Fund has recently launched a new initiative through which they will begin to invest more money into technology start-ups that have the potential to better the lives of disadvantaged and vulnerable children all over the world. Technologies include 3D printing, blockchain, renewable energy, artificial intelligence. More

Japanese prosecutors seek $6600 fine for 3D printed vagina artist Megumi Igarashi

Feb.1, 2016 - In a controversial court case that revolves around Japan's obscenity laws, Japanese prosecutors have asked the judge to fine 3D printed vagina artist Megumi Igarashi $6600 for spreading 3D printable models of her vagina among crowdfunding backers. More

Ikea to explore on-site 3D printer repair/recycle stations in new pilot program

Feb.1, 2016 - In an attempt to reduce waste, Swedish flat pack giant Ikea has launched pilot programs in France and Belgium where customers can bring broken or old furniture to repair stations, where they will be recycled or fixed with the help of 3D printed parts. More

Boeing 737 MAX, powered by LEAP-1B engines with 3D printed fuel nozzles, made its maiden flight

Jan.31, 2016 - The new Boeing 737 MAX, powered by two CFM International LEAP-1B engines, made its maiden flight in Seattle on Friday, January 29. Each LEAP-1B engine uses 19 3D printed fuel nozzles that are 25% lighter than previous models. More

Brooklyn-based Kisi pioneers 3D printed locking devices that replace keys with apps

Jan.31, 2016 - In an attempt to solve office key and access problems once and for all, Brooklyn-based German startup Kisi has developed the Kisi box, an app-controlled 3D printed device that replaces keycards and keys with the simple swipe on an app and was developed with MakerBot technology. More

Inventor Roger Freeman develops amazing 3D printed Freebird Flight drone that doubles as snow blower

Jan.31, 2016 - Designer Roger Freeman recently showed off what could be the most impressive 3D printed drone on the web. The Freebird Flight is a huge machine with four motors, weighs just 8 pounds and features an efficient weatherproof housing that makes it capable of acting like a snow or a leaf blower. More

3D printed interactive window displays captivate shoppers in Paris

Jan.31, 2016 - Paris' Semeast invited local makerspace Le FabShop to create 3D printed interactive window displays for ten Parisian shops. Using recycled and biodegradable materials, as well as laser cutting and 3D printing technologies, Le FabShop built mini, Paris-inspired Christmas villages that light up and spring to life as shoppers pass by. More

Vowsmith uses wax 3D printing to produce customized "fingerprint" wedding rings

Jan.31, 2016 - Using a 3DSystems ProJet MJP Series 3D printer, an industrial engineer has launched a customized wedding ring business. Vowsmith enables customers to purchase wedding rings with their spouse's fingerprint integrated into the 3D printed design. More

Adafruit 3D prints amazing Energy Sword with full light effects as a tribute to Halo

Jan.30, 2016 - As a tribute to the very popular Halo video game franchise, Adafruit's Ruiz Brothers have just shared their designs for a fantastic 3D printed dual-bladed Energy Sword absolutely packed with LED lighting effects. More

Look dapper in these 3D knitted bespoke ties

Jan.30, 2016 - Thursday Finest has collaborated with New York based designer Joe Doucet to introduce a new capsule collection of 3D knitted bespoke ties that can be easily made to custom fit your size. More

How to make a low-cost, Open Bionics 3D printed prosthetic hand

Jan.30, 2016 - Open Bionics made a successful debut with their 3D printed prosthetic hand at last year's CES. They're now releasing all the instructions for you to 3D print your own. More

Neri Oxman predicts 3D printing will usher a new age for humanity at Davos Conference

Jan.30, 2016 - During this year's World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, 3D printing is heavily featured in Neri Oxman's essay. By using modern technology like 3D printing in our digital age, she believes a fourth industrial revolution, what she calls the biological age, is fast approaching. More

U.S. DOE investing $1M in 3D printing research to develop cheaper wind turbine blades

Jan.30, 2016 - U.S. Department of Energy has recently announced a plan to invest heavily into 3D printing technology with hopes of lowering the cost of wind-turbine blade production by a further 5 percent. More

US Air Force approves first-ever 3D printed parts for AWACS aircraft

Jan.29, 2016 - Maintenance on some of the older aircraft still used by the US Airforce is an expensive undertaking. 3D Printing is helping bring costs down with 3D printed replacement components More

3D printing helps Vilecon reduce tooling costs by 95% & revive abandoned Swedish church project

Jan.29, 2016 - Denmark-based 3D printing specialist PLM Group has lent its expertise to plastics manufacturer Vilecon, also from Denmark, in order to optimize production of plastic components. Vilecon's newly installed 3D printing facility has enabled the company to revive a long-abandoned project. More

Sky's the limit for ALTA Tactical's 3D printed, low-altitude 'SmartBalloons'

Jan.29, 2016 - ALTA Tactical, a Florida-based aerial surveillance company, has been using 3D printing technology to produce its innovative 'SmartBalloons', blimp-like drones used for low-altitude imaging. More

Addicted to your smartphone? Try the 3D printed Dumb Phone Case

Jan.29, 2016 - Designer Jeff Lam has designed a 3D printed phone case that effectively turns your smartphone into a "dumb phone" by physically limiting access to apps and only letting you make calls. More

Russian student develops method for FDM 3D printing of artificial bones

Jan.29, 2016 - A graduate student from Tomsk Polytechnic University has developed a novel method for'3D printing a calcium phosphate compound biomaterial using FDM 3D printing technology. The resulting 3D printed artificial bone material is nearly identical to human bone tissue, and could provide a significantly cheaper alternative to traditional bone prostheses. More

Maker Andrew Sink 3D prints a full-size replica of his brain using MRI data

Jan.29, 2016 - Maker Andrew Sink reminds the world that 3D printed surgical models don't need to be limited to hospitals, as he has used data from his own MRI scan to create a very cool 3D printed replica of his brain. More

Researchers develop custom 3D bioprinted biodegradable vascular grafts for congenital heart disease patients

Jan.29, 2016 - A team of researchers from the University of Maryland's Fisher Lab have reached a possible breakthrough in making custom-fitting grafts for patients suffering from the birth defect congenital heart disease, using 3D bioprinters and the biocompatible PPF polyester. More

US Air Force invests $34.6M in 3D printed engine development through BAA Awards

Jan.29, 2016 - Over the past few months, the US Air Force has divided $34.6 million over ten manufacturing programs, many of which feature metal 3D printing solutions, all targeted at optimizing rocket engine systems while reducing dependency on foreign-made components. More

3D printing the magic of Star Wars: The Force Awakens' famous Holochess scene

Jan.28, 2016 - Stop motion animator, Phil Tippett, goes into detail about recreating the magic of the original Star Wars Holochess scene for Star Wars Episode VII with the help of photogrammetry and 3D printing. More

3D printed Manifesto Concept car wins Ferrari Top Challenge 2015

Jan.28, 2016 - Skorpion Engineering 3D printed three amazing Ferrari concept cars entered in the Ferrari Top Design School Challenge 2015. The 3D printed Manifesto Concept has just been announced as the grand prize winner. More

Kickstarted launched for Microscape's 3D printed 1:5000 scale model of Manhattan

Jan.28, 2016 - New York based startup Microscape has just launched an $8000 Kickstarter campaign to get their 3D printed miniature models of iconic cities such as New York City into production. More

The Great Fredini shows off amazing glass figures made with lost 3D printed PLA casting techniques

Jan.28, 2016 - In an attempt to combine traditional glass casting techniques with 3D printing, the artist Great Fredini has had some great results with a technique called lost PLA kiln casting, in which the PLA is burned off to leave a custom mold. More

Romina becomes first dog in Mexico to receive a 3D printed prosthetic leg

Jan.28, 2016 - Romina, a six-year-old Whippet who lost one of her front legs in a lawn mower accident, is the first dog in Mexico to receive a custom-made, carbon fibre 3D printed prosthetic leg, thanks to efforts by the Veterinarian Hospital at the Universidad del Valles de Mexico. More

China's first 3D printed air purifier offers relief from record-breaking air pollution levels

Jan.27, 2016 - A company based in Ninjang, China has developed a 3D printed air purifier to provide clean, safe and breathable air as the country experiences some of the highest air pollution levels on record. More

Japanese medical insurance to cover cost of 3D printed organ models

Jan.27, 2016 - Japan's Central Social Insurance Council has announced that the cost of 3D printed organ models used to assist doctors in complex surgeries will be covered by national medical insurance. More

Watch a beautiful dancer turn into a 'Wide Open' 3D print in The Chemical Brothers' new video

Jan.27, 2016 - The Chemical Brothers have released a music video for the track Wide Open, featuring Beck, in which a beautiful dancer, played by Ex Machina's Sonoya Mizuno, transforms into a mesmerizing 3D printed version of herself. More

Thai doctors successfully transplant world's first 3D printed titanium thumb

Jan.27, 2016 - A team of thai doctors from the Phramongkutklao Hospital in Bangkok have, for the first time ever, successfully replaced a metacarpal thumb bone with a 3D printed titanium prosthesis. More

Danny van Ryswyk's gorgeous 3D printed sculptures inspired by his UFO experience in childhood

Jan.27, 2016 - Dutch artist Danny van Ryswyk recently revealed more about how he has created his gorgeous and slightly creepy line of 3D printed sculptures, all exhibiting a dark, fantastical dystopian style inspired by Victorian culture and a UFO sighting. More

A Helping Hand: E-NABLE France builds an awesome 3D printed hand for sweet little girl Mitsuko

Jan.26, 2016 - Mitsuko, a young girl from Noum'a, New Caledonia, has become the latest recipient of a 3D printed hand from e-NABLE. Volunteers from e-NABLE France worked with Mitsuko's family to develop two iterations of the prosthetic device, with the final model completed on January 11. More

First ever kidney transplant using 3D printing changes life of Northern Ireland toddler, Lucy

Jan.26, 2016 - British surgeons have successfully used 3D printing technology in helping to transplant a kidney from a father to his daughter. Two-year-old Lucy Boucher, who suffered from heart failure as an infant, was destined for a life of kidney failure. More

ONRL and SOM unveil world's largest 3D printed polymer building powered by a car

Jan.26, 2016 - US Department of Energy's ORNL and architectural firm SOM have recently unveiled the prototype for their sustainable, energy efficient 3D printed structure and its integrated 3D printed vehicle, which showcase the future of off-the-grid living. More

Clever 3D printed physical/virtual board game Fabulous Beasts is now live on Kickstarter

Jan.26, 2016 - The widely anticipated board game Fabulous Beasts, which combines a physical tower building game featuring 3D printed blocks with a fun virtual point scoring environment, has just turned to Kickstarter to raise the necessary production funds. More

Put a bounce in your step with Neta Soreq's 3D printed Energetic Pass shoes

Jan.26, 2016 - Israeli designer Neta Soreq talks about designing her Energetic Pass collection, a series of 3D printed shoes that provide both comfort and innovative style to their wearer. More

3D print your own working Furious Power Fist from Fallout 4

Jan.25, 2016 - 3D printed prop-making legend Simone Fontana has released the free 3D print files for a working Furious Power Fist, a unique and powerful weapon from Fallout 4. More

Fallout 4 Fan 3D Prints full-size T45-d Power Armour Helmet

Jan.25, 2016 - Fans of the Fallout video game series have been actively creating props for the 3D printing community for years now. Super-fan Daniel Lilygreen has been at it again with after releasing the 3D Printable T45-D Power Armour Helmet. More

Open Space Agency releases first 3D printable files for Ultrascope Explorer Plus telescope

Jan.25, 2016 - Part of an attempt to usher in a new era of citizen aerospace exploration, the Open Space Agency have just shared the first 3D printable files for the open source Ultrascope Explorer Plus, a powerful smartphone-assisted telescope that can connect to satellites. More

SpaceX's dragon 2 with eight 3D printed SuperDraco trusters just passed the crucial 'hover test'

Jan.25, 2016 - SpaceX has released a short video of its 3D printed SuperDraco thrusters undergoing testing. The tethered tests of the SuperDraco-equipped Dragon 2 spacecraft took place at the SpaceX testing facility in McGregor, Texas in November. More

Johnson & Johnson teams with Carbon3D to develop custom 3D printed surgical devices

Jan.25, 2016 - The innovative high-speed, high-quality CLIP 3D printing technology of Carbon3D has now caught the eye of healthcare giant Johnson & Johnson, who has tapped Carbon3D for the development of 3D printed surgical devices as part of a new innovation model. More

Cody Wilson wants to release 3D print details for AR-15 rifle, could ISIS start using 3D printed weapons?

Jan.25, 2016 - A new chapter in the debate on 3D printed guns is likely to start soon, as Texas-based Defense Distributed has announced the release of 3D printable machine gun designs in April. This has worried UK antiterrorist experts, who have argued that Defense Distributed assisting terrorists. More

Dutch companies Atum 3D and Xilloc develop innovative medical 3D printing applications

Jan.25, 2016 - With an eye on developing new medical 3D printing innovations, Dutch 3D printing specialists Atum 3D and Xilloc joined forces in the ADAM research project, which has resulted in new 3D printed drilling and incision molds which will make dental and surgical procedures far more accurate. More

This 3D printed robot can solve a Rubik's Cube in less than 2 seconds

Jan.25, 2016 - With a new 3D printed machine hooked onto a cube-solving algorithm, YouTubers Jay Flatland and Paul Rose absolutely shatter the current world record for fastest Rubik's cube solving device, consistently solving the puzzle in less than two seconds. More

Pierre-Felix So rethinks our relationship with notifications with help of 3D printing

Jan.24, 2016 - French designer Pierre-Felix So has designed three objects with the help of 3D printing for his project Push Revolution!, which aims to explore and shape the ways we interact with and respond to social media notifications. More

Taiwanese artist 3D prints a playful monkey with 24 movable joints to celebrate Chinese New Year

Jan.24, 2016 - To celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year, Taiwanese artist Amao Chan has designed a playful and ingenious 3D printed monkey, with 24 movable joints giving it an impressive range of balance and movement. More

3D Systems pays tribute to computer technology with 3D printed liquid-cooled PC

Jan.24, 2016 - 3D Systems has just revealed more about how they built one of the more unusual 3D printing projects on display at CES in Las Vegas: a 3D printed liquid-cooled PC with an impressive transparent reservoir. More

Nascent Objects debuts 3D printed modular electronics platform to solve the E-Waste problem

Jan.24, 2016 - In an effort to solve the ecological crisis caused by rapidly replaced electronic gadgets, Nascent Objects has developed a modular electronics platform in which you can place all hardware modules you like into 3D printed containers, and replace, reuse and alter them at a later date. More

Disney reveals how to design and 3D print an Olaf Disney Infinity Figure

Jan.24, 2016 - A new video from the Disney Boxed series reveals the entire 3D design process of an Olaf Disney Infinity video-game figure. From 2D concept to 3D modeling in ZBrush, 3D printing, and careful hand-painting, viewers get to follow along the journey as a 3D printed Olaf figure is brought to life. More

Are 3D printed keys a threat to your security?

Jan.24, 2016 - In the research project Replication Prohibited, Eric Wustrow and his University of Michigan Colleagues discuss how 3D printed keys are impacting physical security systems. Looking at the common pin tumbler lock specifically, they reveal three common 'attack models' currently used to create 3D printed keys. More

Berlin Fashion Week debuts Michael Michalsky's 3D printed lifelike mini mannequins

Jan.23, 2016 - 3D printing technologies are making a big splash at this years Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Berlin, though not on the catwalk as you might expect. That is to say, reputable German fashion designer Michael Michalsky has put together an exhibit which showcases his couture being worn by miniature 3D printed mannequins. More

Caleb Kraft 3D prints amazing Xbox foot controllers for one-handed gamers

Jan.23, 2016 - To help the one-handed gamer Jesse B play on his Xbox, Make Magazine's Caleb Kraft recently built a very impressive Xbox One controller that can be played with one hand, or alternatively with the help of two 3D printed foot controllers. More

Make your own PiGRRL 2: Adafruit's new Raspberry Pi 2 enabled handheld gaming console

Jan.23, 2016 - Adafruit has just released all the instructions necessary to 3D Print your very own Raspberry Pi 2 powered hand-held gaming console. So get your soldering iron ready, this project is perfect for the curious Maker. More

CEO has first ever 3D Printed crown implanted with company's own Micro Filled Hybrid material

Jan.23, 2016 - Rik Jacobs, CEO of bio-compatible 3D print material firm NextDent puts his money where his mouth is after receiving first ever 3D Printed crown replacement using their own Micro Filled Hybrid material. More

Add retro charm to your desk with this 3D printed classic Mac Apple Watch charging station

Jan.22, 2016 - In an attempt to combine the oldest with the newest technologies, Swiss designer Erich Styger has created a fantastic 3D printed miniature Apple Macintosh computer that actually functions as an Apple Watch charging station as well. More

Megakopter drones set Guinness record for heaviest load lifted, thanks to 3D printing

Jan.22, 2016 - After spending over 18-months developing and building their RC controlled Megakopter, the University of Oslo Team succeeded in breaking the multi-copter Payload Guinness World Record More

Designer Patrick Tai creates an entire dress using only the 3Doodler 3D printing pen

Jan.22, 2016 - Fashion Design graduate Patrick Tai is turning heads with his women's dress made entirely using the 3Doodler 3D printing pen. The project took him almost one hundred hours to create. More

Graphene 3D and Ideum create interactive JCB Wine Tasting Experience with 3D printed smart coasters

Jan.22, 2016 - Interactive design company Ideum recently partnered with JCB Wines to create an immersive, multifaceted wine tasting experience, brought to life by conductive 3D printed smart coasters by Graphene 3D Lab. More

Arrow Drone builds highly flexible, 150kmh 3D printed racing drones

Jan.22, 2016 - Arrow Drone, an exciting startup from Berlin, Germany, has built a range of highly flexible, partially 3D printed racing drones, suitable for beginner and pro pilots alike. The company has launched a Kickstarter to bring its products into production. More

Medically inclined 3D Printing and VR technologies rise up as stars at this year's BC Tech Summit

Jan.22, 2016 - 3D Printing, 3D Scanning and VR technology continue to make significant progress in the tech community. The recent variety being showcased at this year's BC Tech summit proves this even further. More

Custom-fitting 3D printed Phits Insoles win ISPO Health and Fitness Award

Jan.22, 2016 - Made by 3D scanning your feet and 3D printing through Materialise, the impressive Phits Insoles by the Belgian company of the same name have caught the attention of sporting goods giant ISPO, who just awarded them the first prize in their Health and Fitness-themed competition. More

Guitar giant Fender uses 3D printing to produce Pro In-Ear Monitor headphones

Jan.21, 2016 - US guitar and audio equipment manufacturer Fender has unveiled a range of 3D printed in-ear monitors, priced between $100 and $500. More

Welsh company Innoture reveals new wrinkle cure: 3D printed Radara micro needle patches

Jan.21, 2016 - A new anti-wrinkle product by Welsh company Innoture has just appeared, which uses 3D printed micro needle patches. These Radara patches are placed around the eyes and stimulate the production of skin smoothing collagen without leaving any marks or using chemicals. More

Philips launches the world's first personalized, 3D printed face shaver for limited edition run

Jan.21, 2016 - Philips, in partnership with Shapeways and Twikit, has launched an exclusive pilot project, inviting 125 people to design, personalize and purchase their very own 3D printed electric shavers. The limited edition run begins today. More

Branch Technology invites you to design a 3D printed 'Freeform Home' through Cellular Fabrication

Jan.21, 2016 - Branch Technology has just launched the architectural Freeform Home Design Challenge, for which participants need to design a complete house that can be 3D printed with their new C-Fab construction 3D printing technique which 3D prints efficient cellular scaffolding. More

3D bioprinted nose and ear reconstructions slowly becoming possible

Jan.21, 2016 - Though it will still take some time before becoming a normal medical procedure, plastic surgery specialist Ernst Jan Bos from the Dutch VU medical center just revealed that they have made several important steps in realizing 3D printed cartilage tissue for nose and ear reconstructions. More

DNA-informed, 3D printed models of Chelsea Manning's face turned into controversial artwork

Jan.20, 2016 - Chicago-based artist Heath Dewey-Hagborg has 3D printed two masks depicting the face of Chelsea Manning, the US soldier and whistleblower who was sentenced to 35 years in military prison in 2013 for violating the Espionage Act. More

Bioengineer develops 3D printed polymer stent to fight esophageal cancer, receives $141K grant

Jan.20, 2016 - Dr. Yunqing Kang of Florida Atlantic University has received a $141,743 grant from the National Cancer Institute in order to develop a biodegradable, 3D printed polymer stent. The 3D printed stent will decrease complications and act as a delivery system for cancer therapy drugs. More

Redefining luxury: Meet American Standard's first-ever 3D printed metal Faucet Collection

Jan.20, 2016 - American Standard is releasing a series of luxury 3D printed faucets at this year's Kitchen & Bath Industry Show. With three models on display, they are hoping to make a splash by using 3D print technology to modernize bathroom fixture production. More

Cornell senior receives scholarship for convertible 3D printed outfits made from recycled materials

Jan.20, 2016 - With the goal of reducing waste and making apparel more functional, Cornell University student Eric Beaudette has developed the Recycl3-D clothing line, featuring convertible outfits with interchangeable components that have been 3D printed from recycled materials. More

Build a 3D printed Star Wars Stormtrooper using Autodesk Tinkerplay app and Blender

Jan.20, 2016 - An Instructables user has uploaded a cool 3D printed Stormtrooper Design, which becomes the latest addition to the burgeoning collection of Star Wars 3D prints in the maker community. More

Maison 203 to present 3D Printed Kalikon Jewelry at Maison et Objet Paris this week

Jan.20, 2016 - Italian jewelry brand Maison 203 will be introducing their new stunning collection of 3D printed jewelry, which was designed in collaboration with industrial designer Giulio Iacchetti, at this year's Maison et Objet Paris trade fair. More

HiveHaven stops production of 3D printed hives for stingless bees due to cost concerns

Jan.20, 2016 - Though Australian beekeeping specialists HiveHaven have been very successful in keeping Australian stingless bees in environment-regulating 3D printed hives, they have just revealed that they are stopping 3D printing production due to the costs involved. More

Be a 3D printing hero with Zortrax's free 3D printable Superhero Mask

Jan.19, 2016 - Zortrax has released free downloadable STL files for an edgy cosplay Superhero Mask. Consisting of 46 3D printed parts and made on an M200 3D printer, the 'Legendary Zortrax' superhero mask shows just how easy it can be to create customized, realistic cosplay costumes at home. More

APPROXIMATELY 800cm3 OF PLA: All-you-can-print with a single spool of PLA

Jan.19, 2016 - A Brazil based art project, APPROXIMATELY 800cm3 OF PLA, is seeking to investigate the tensions that exist in additive manufacturing by 3D printing as many objects as possible from a single spool of filament. More

Snow and ice are no match for these 3D printed winter tires for the OpenRC F1 race car

Jan.19, 2016 - 3D designer Thomas Palm has designed 3D printable snow-chain inspired winter tires for Daniel Nor'e's 3D printed OpenRC Formula One race car, and has released the free 3D files--plus a special Easter Egg--on Thingiverse. More

JS Shoes’ customizable 3D knitted shoes hit Kickstarter

Jan.19, 2016 - J&S Enterprises, a small California based development company is Kickstarting a customizable 3D Knitted shoe called the JS Shoe. On top of being stylish, light-weight and affordable, their novel method of automated and custom manufacturing is what sets them apart. More

Airbus Helicopters using German RepRap 3D printer to produce windshield wipers, gears and more

Jan.18, 2016 - Airbus Helicopters is reducing development costs of prototype components with the help of an X400 3D printer from Feldkirchen, Munich based company German RepRap. Windshield wipers, gears, levers and shafts were all made using the large-format FFF machine. More

3D printed fetuses: The Hottest Parenting Trend of 2016

Jan.18, 2016 - Channel Mum, the UK's most popular video-based parenting site, has predicted that 3D printed fetuses will be one of 2016's hottest parenting trends. More

Orbital ATK successfully tests metal 3D printed hypersonic engine combustor at NASA

Jan.18, 2016 - Aerospace and defense company Orbital ATK has successfully tested a 3D printed hypersonic engine combustor at NASA's Langley Research Center. The metal 3D printed part was subjected to a variety of high-temperature hypersonic flight conditions, including one of the longest duration propulsion wind tunnel tests of record. More

3D printed robots to fight to the death in BBC's Robot Wars reboot

Jan.17, 2016 - The BBC has officially announced that it will be re-activating its technological game show hit, Robot Wars. Thanks to low-cost robotic technologies including 3D printing and computer boards like Rasperry Pi, the competing, custom-built remote-controlled fighting machines should be more innovative, powerful, and deadly than ever before. More

Mozart the cat gets 3D printed wheelchair following terrifying 30m fall

Jan.17, 2016 - After falling 30m from a balcony in New South Wales, Australia, Mozart the cat broke two legs and was lucky to survive. Luckily, the 3D printing community was on hand to provide a 3D printed wheelchair for the fortunate feline. More

Animate your boring old headphones with NeoPixels and lightweight 3D printed enclosures

Jan.17, 2016 - Adafruit's Ruiz Brothers have released a tutorial for adding app-controlled LED lights to a pair of headphones, with lightweight 3D printed enclosures used to keep everything together. More

Paralysed mountain biker Tom Wheeler now racing again thanks to 3D printed arm brace

Jan.17, 2016 - After a fall during a race left cyclist Tom Wheeler with a paralyzed right arm, he joined forces with PDR and product designer Poppy Farrugia to develop a custom 3D printed brace that allows him to hold a steering wheel with two hands and cycle again. More

3D printed micrometer can measure down to five thousandths of an inch

Jan.16, 2016 - Mechanical engineering student Dan Olson has 3D printed a functional micrometer that, though not perfectly accurate, has a 2.5 inch travel distance and can measure down to five thousands of an inch or smaller. More

Airbus starts 3D printing airplane cabin partition that mimics cells and bones' structure

Jan.16, 2016 - Airbus and its subsidiary APWorks, in collaboration with Autodesk-owned architecture firm The Living, has started printing the world's largest metal 3D printed airplane part. The jet partition, 3D printed in a high-tech alloy called 'Scalmalloy', is 45% lighter than current partitions. More

Nebraska 9-year-old boy gets 3D printed ‘Star Wars’ arm delivered by Darth Vader

Jan.16, 2016 - Nine-year-old Alvin Garcia Flores was given 'a new hope' on Thursday, in the form of a 3D printed bionic arm made by Limbitless Solutions. Presenting the 3D printed prosthesis to the young Nebraska resident was none other than Darth Vader, iconic villain of the Star Wars franchise. More

Return to retro gaming with 3D printed NES controller and Raspberry Pi Zero

Jan.16, 2016 - A bit of simple 3D printing has enabled fans of retro gaming to revive their old-school NES controllers and run them on the new Raspberry Pi Zero. The trend has even grown into an entire online community project, known as RetroPie. More

Sink your teeth into this mechanical 3D printed 'Saber' inspired by Disney Research

Jan.16, 2016 - Thingiverse maker Greg Zumwalt has built a 3D printed mechanical creature, which he has called 'Saber'. The project was inspired by 3D printable 'Cyber Tiger' model' in 'Disney Computation Designs of Mechanical Characters' created by Disney Research. More

Brilliant Mush-Lume lampshades made with bio mushroom mixture and 3D printed molds

Jan.15, 2016 - To show that original making can be environmentally friendly, designer Danielle Trofe has combined Ecovative's bio mushroom mixture and 3D printed molds to grow original and biodegradable lampshades and pot planters. More

CorenPuzzle finally succeeds at creating the world’s largest 22x22 3D printed Rubik’s Cube

Jan.15, 2016 - After two disastrous attempts at creating the world's largest 3D printed Rubik's cube, CorenPuzzle has finally managed to assemble a functional, record-breaking, 22 x 22 3D printed Rubik's cube, printed entirely on a consumer-grade Prusa i3 3D printer. More

Plunkett Associates uses 3D printing to build high performance heat sinks

Jan.15, 2016 - Plunkett Associates, a British manufacturing expert, has used additive manufacturing to produce a range of DMLS-produced heat-sinks. The 3D printed components can be used to improve convection cooling systems in electronic devices. More

US Navy adopts metal 3D printing as practical manufacturing tool in warfare center

Jan.15, 2016 - With several 3D printing experiments are underway onboard warships already, the US Navy has just revealed that they have equipped a warfare center with a metal 3D printer as well, with the purpose of developing practical solutions for the entirety of the navy. More

ESA and BEEVERYCREATIVE developing 3D printing breadboard machine for ISS

Jan.15, 2016 - The European Space Agency has commissioned four tech companies, including 3D printing specialists BEEVERYCREATIVE< to develop a 3D printing breadboard machine capable of 3D printing electric circuit boards on the International Space Station. More

Japanese artist reimagines 5000 year old pot from Jomon period using 3D printing

Jan.15, 2016 - Japanese modern artist Taketo Kobayashi is known for bringing ancient cultural expressions together with modern Japanese subcultures, and for his latest 'Visions of the Universe' he has recreated and reimagined a 5000 year old pot from the Jomon period with the help of 3D printing. More

SpaceX wins US Air Force contract to advance rocket engines with 3D printing

Jan.15, 2016 - 3D Printing has become commonplace for rocket design and manufacturing in the aerospace industry in recent years. A recent contract awarded to SpaceX and Orbital ATK ensures the merger of technologies will continue. More

3D printed lifesize Titanosaur, largest dinosaur ever found is on display in New York

Jan.15, 2016 - The American Museum of Natural History has just unveiled the newest member of its permanent exhibit - a colossal casted and 3D printed skeleton of the world's largest known dinosaur, a new species of titanosaur. More

Learn about robotics with this 3D printed Hobby Hand that mimics natural hand movement

Jan.14, 2016 - Prosthesis startup Biomechanical Robotics Group (BRG) has created a 3D printed DIY prosthetic hand kit. The Hobby Hand, now the subject of a $30,000 Kickstarter campaign, promises easy controllability and accurate imitation of natural hand movement. More

3D printing helps separate three-month-old conjoined twins in China

Jan.14, 2016 - Doctors at the Children's Hospital of Fudan University in Shanghai used both 3D modeling and 3D printing for the first time to successfully separate three-month-old conjoined twins. More

Artist Tomoo Yamaji uses 3D printed sculpture to warn about the misuse of technology in human body

Jan.14, 2016 - Japanese 3D artist Tomoo Yamaji has designed an abstract, 3D printed sculpture to express "the excessive modification" of the human body, and to warn against the incorrect use of technology. The two-piece, snap-fit 3D printed kit was inspired by the rough sketches used in car development and is covered in the traditional patterns found on Japanese Kimonos. More

Chinese experts unveils its first 3D printed nuclear fuel element, could be widely used in 10 years

Jan.14, 2016 - Scientists from the China National Nuclear Corporation have just revealed a major 3D printing breakthrough, as they have successfully 3D printed parts of a CAP1400 nuclear fuel assembly, a key element in Chinese nuclear reactors. More

MHOX expands dystopian Carapace brand with 3D printed VR facemasks

Jan.14, 2016 - With the purpose of integrating the hottest technology of 2016, Italian design studio MHOX has just expanded their range of dystopian and alien Carapace wearables collection with custom 3D printed VR facemasks that could add a whole new dimension to the human experience. More

Organovo’s Samsara Sciences to focus on 3D bioprinted human liver cells

Jan.13, 2016 - 3D bioprinting specialist Organovo today announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Samsara Sciences, Inc., has launched commercial operations. Samsara will focus solely on the provision of 3D printed human liver cells. More

Hacked Formlabs 3D printers repurposed for real-laser version of Spacewar

Jan.13, 2016 - Using the optical engine from a Formlabs Form 2 3D printer and the translucent orange cover from a Form 1, Matt Keeter has created a Frankenstein version of the classic video game Spacewar'using real lasers. More

Sony makes world's first 48k 360-degree video using smartphones and 3D printed rig

Jan.13, 2016 - Sony has created the world's first 48k 360 degree video of the French Alps using their 4K enabled smartphone, the Xperia Z5, and a 3D printed rig. More

Injured Costa Rican toucan singing again thanks to 3D printed prosthetic beak

Jan.13, 2016 - One year after a horrific attack left Grecia the toucan with a severely injured beak, 3D printing experts in Costa Rica have managed to 3D print a brand new prosthetic beak, giving the bird a second lease on life. More

You can 3D print your own front plate for your Loud Mini, car horn for your bike

Jan.13, 2016 - Inventor Jonathan Lansey has known for years that cyclists need to be heard by motorists to feel safe on the road. After two successful Kickstarter campaigns for Loud Car Horns, he is ready to share his designs so 3D Print enthusiasts can customize their own horns. More

3D printed bone implant saved Virginia woman's leg from amputation

Jan.13, 2016 - Virginia school teacher Ruth Smith-Leigh was initially told that her leg would need to be amputated following a car crash, but Duke specialists managed to develop a custom 3D printed implant that not only enabled her to keep her leg and continue walking, but also encourages her bones to heal. More

Washington-based Printabowl 3D prints elegant elevation instruments for legal marijuana consumption

Jan.13, 2016 - Inspired by the legalization of marijuana in Washington, brothers Al and Saul Jacobs have started Printabowl, a company that designs and 3D prints stately water pipes. More

Moog wins $728K US Air Forces contract to advance launch vehicle booster tech w/metal 3D printing

Jan.13, 2016 - Moog has won a technology development contract from the US Air Force under the Booster Propulsion Technology Maturation Broad Agency Announcement. The contract will see Moog develop parts for liquid fueled first stage rocket engines through additive manufacturing technology. More

Fashion collection 'Mama Africa' blends African tradition and 3d printing

Jan.12, 2016 - Desktop 3D printer manufacturer BEEVERYCREATIVE has used its wealth of 3D printing expertise to help Lisbon based Fashion Studio produce a range of Africa-inspired, 3D printed accessories 'Mama Africa'. More

Czech firm Innomia uses 3D printing to accelerate production of auto components by 17%

Jan.12, 2016 - Czech additive manufacturing specialist Innomia has used DMLS technology to produce a refined cooling system for its client, Magna. The new system has yielded a 17% increase in productivity for Magna, a component supplier for 'koda Auto. More

Colorful 3D printed zoetrope becomes real life award at Amsterdam's KLIK Film Festival

Jan.12, 2016 - We spoke with artist Klass-Harm de Boer, who designed and created a lively 3D printed zoetrope animation Amsterdam's KLIK Animated Film Festival. A the end of the ceremony, each 3D printed statue from the film was given away as an award to festival winners. More

3D printable Martian concrete might be the best material to build a house on Mars

Jan.12, 2016 - A team of researchers from Northwestern University have come up with a solution that could make life on Mars realistic: a concrete made from Martian materials, which is not only very high in strength but also easily 3D printable. More

Nasa selects Aerojet Rocketdyne to mature 3D printed MPS-130 CubeSat propulsion system

Jan.12, 2016 - NASA has just tapped aerospace 3D printing specialists Aerojet Rocketdyne for the development of the MPS-130 CubeSat Propulsion System, which will be the first of its kind to use a green propellant and will greatly improve the capacity of CubeSats and nanosats. More

Doctors use 3D imaging and Google Cardboard virtual reality tech to save baby's life

Jan.12, 2016 - A 3D printing tragedy occurred before the surgery of the six-month old Teegan who suffered from an underdeveloped heart. Surgeons wanted to use a 3D printed surgical model, but as the 3D printer broke down they used a VR Google Cardboard headset to prepare for the complex surgery. More

Buick unveils ultra-modern Avista concept car with 3D printed interior details

Jan.11, 2016 - Hoping to shed it's 'dinosaur image', Buick unveiled it's most modern concept car yet, the Avista, at Detroit Auto Show. The proportional and sleek 2+2 coupe features a 400-horsepower twin-turbocharged V-6 engine to power its exterior, and sleek 3D printed door and seat details to complement its luxurious interior. More

Swiss designer shows off amazing 3D printed fully mechanical tourbillon watch

Jan.11, 2016 - As a tribute to centuries of handcrafted watches, Swiss designer Christoph Laimer has developed and shared a fully mechanical watch that features the complex tourbillon mechanism and accurately displays the time for up to 35 minutes with the help of a winding system. More

Audi building 3D printed rover to drive across the moon

Jan.11, 2016 - As part of of the Google Lunar X Prize competition, Audi and Part Time Scientists have teamed up to 3D print a rover capable of landing on the moon's surface, and traversing at least 500 meters thanks to metal 3D printing technology. More

Laika wins technical award from the Oscars for pioneering 3D printing in animation

Jan.11, 2016 - The winners of the Scientific and Engineering Awards of the Academy (known for their Oscars) have just been announced, and among them is animation film studio Laika Entertainment for their fantastic success in using 3D printing technology for stop-motion picture The Boxtrolls. More

Jinn: an Android-based 3D printed robot that walks, talks, teaches and learns

Jan.11, 2016 - Jinn is the first Swiss-made 3D printed walking humanoid robot, capable of hearing, speaking, and displaying various emotions, while being controlled via an Android smartphone and downloadable app. More

3D printed interior parts to be included on upcoming Telluride SUV, Kia reveals

Jan.11, 2016 - It seems as though South Korean car manufacturers Kia are also ready to incorporate 3D printing into their production process, as they are set to showcase the new Kia Telluride SUV at the Detroit Auto Show next week, complete with 3D printed door panels, dashboard components and steering wheel. More

3D printing helps CAE Healthcare develop complex human patient birthing simulator

Jan.10, 2016 - Simulation technology firm CAE has developed the Fidelis' Maternal Fetal Simulator (MFS), using 3D printed parts provided by Stratasys. The simulator teaches obstetricians how to deal with dangerous birthing complications. More

Scientist recreates amazing ancient trilobites by 3D printing them in metal

Jan.10, 2016 - Biochemistry professor Dr. Alan Drummond has been creating highly detailed 3D printed trilobites, using both a Formlabs Form 1 3D printer and metal 3D printing services provided by Shapeways. More

Cyant turns children's drawings into 3D printed objects to promote STEM education

Jan.10, 2016 - Berkeley based startup Cyant has launched an Indiegogo campaign for their new project which turns children's drawings into 3D printed objects to promote STEM education and engagement from a young age. More

Autodesk helps design 3D printed replica shells in crowdfunded effort to save Desert Tortoise

Jan.10, 2016 - Hardshell Labs has devised a plan to create realistic, 3D printed replica shells to help protect the endangered Desert Tortoise from predatory ravens. More

Doctor develops 3D printed eye examination kit for developing countries

Jan.9, 2016 - New Zealand based eye doctor, Hong Sheng Chiong, has developed oDocs Eye Care, a group that specializes in creating and offering open source, 3D printed eye care equipment. More

3D printed modular 'Europe building' erected for Netherlands Presidency of the Council of the European Union

Jan.9, 2016 - On January 1, 2016, the Netherlands began its six-month Presidency of the Council of the European Union, taking over from Luxembourg. Ministerial meetings will be held at the National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam, where a partially 3D printed structure'the Europe Building'has been erected. More

Fallout 4 superfan 3D printed his own Codsworth action figure

Jan.9, 2016 - As a tribute to the most popular game of the moment, Mark Mosinski just revealed his 9-inch tall 3D printed Handy Codsworth, the cool robotic companion from Besthesda's post-apocalyptic Fallout 4. More

Croft Additive Manufacturing and ESR Space to 3D print customized spacecraft mechanisms

Jan.8, 2016 - Metal 3D printing company Croft Additive Manufacturing (CAM) has teamed up with the Space division of ESR Technology to research3D printing applications spacecraft components. Specifically, the two organizations aim to 3D print customized mechanisms that will address the issues surrounding the use of liquid or grease-based lubricants in spacecrafts. More

DIY Dudes put different spin on 3D printed weapons with full-sized crossbow

Jan.8, 2016 - While 3D printed parts are famously not good under pressure, Dan of DIY Dudes has managed to 3D print a full sized, very powerful crossbow that can be used up to fifty times before being eroded and packs a huge punch. More

3D printing helps develop breakthrough surgical tool Pathfinder that transforms ACL reconstruction

Jan.8, 2016 - With the help of Stratasys' Direct Metal Laser Sintering 3D printers, medical developers DamaMed and orthopedic surgeon Dana Piasecki have developed the Pathfinder, a breakthrough tool that will greatly improve the likelihood of success in ACL graft surgery. More

Planetary Resources reveals first object 3D printed from alien metal

Jan.8, 2016 - Up until now, everything we've ever used in space has been brought there from Earth. Planetary Resources Inc. has long-term ambitions to mine the infinite resources space provides. In the mean-time, they've proven its possible by 3D printing material derived from an astroid. More

3D printing bends reality in Inception-like Wave City Coffee Table

Jan.7, 2016 - Greek-based designer Stelois Moussaris used 3D printing technology along with a combination of steel and wood materials to create the Wave City Coffee Table, a mind-bending yet functional piece of furniture that looks like something straight out of Inception. More

PilotManu project to develop high value nano-structured powders for additive manufacturing

Jan.7, 2016 - A consortium of ten partner organizations across seven EU countries is developing a proprietary, high energy ball-mill (HEBM) pilot plant that will be capable of producing innovative nanostructured powders for use in additive manufacturing and other high-value manufacturing applications. More

Gold and silver 3D printed nanowalls could make touchscreens cheaper and better

Jan.7, 2016 - Using gold or silver nanoparticles, a team of researchers from ETH Zurich have developed a novel, cost efficient method for 3D printing ultra-thin 'nanowalls' that could improve the performance of the touchscreens used in our smartphones and other devices. More

Kirby Downey 3D prints fantastic fully mechanical rubber band gun

Jan.7, 2016 - While there are a number of different designs for 3D printed rubber band guns out there, South African designer Kirby Downey has just shared a particular cool version that is almost completely 3D printed and features an easy-to-make hand-powered firing mechanism. More

BASE by Wivv 3D printed customized insoles now available on Kickstarter

Jan.7, 2016 - Wiivv has officially launched a Kickstarter campaign for BASE, a fully customized and biomechanically optimized 3D printed insole that you can order directly through your smartphone. More

New Balance partners with Intel to create customized 3D printed midsoles for your running shoes

Jan.6, 2016 - New Balance has announced a partnership with Intel to use its RealSense 3D scanning and imaging technology to gather precise measurements of each customers' foot, and potentially create the most accurate customizable 3D printed midsoles on the market. More

JetPack Aviation accelerates JetPack design cycle with Airwolf 3D printer

Jan.6, 2016 - While jetpack technology has long since been confined to Sci-Fi, JetPack Aviation is making it an actual reality with the help of Airwolf 3D's AXIOM 3D printer. The 3D printed prototype parts for the forthcoming JB-10 jetpack will be on display at the CES in Las Vegas. More

You can now make a Lego selfie with Funky 3D Faces' custom 3D printed Lego head

Jan.6, 2016 - Why get a 3D printed selfie when you can turn yourself into a 3D printed Lego figure too? With the help of Funky 3D Faces, you can get a custom 3D printed Lego head that fits onto your favorite Lego body. More

US Air Force taps Aerojet Rocketdyne to develop new standard of 3D printed rocket engines

Jan.6, 2016 - In order to reduce their dependency on foreign-made parts, the US Air Force has made a $6 million deal with Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings, who will develop new standards for 3D printed liquid-fueled rocket engine parts. More

RepRapPro to close its doors, will cease trading on Friday 15 January

Jan.6, 2016 - Faced with an increasingly competitive, unpredictable and volatile 3D printing market RepRapPro, one of the pillars of the open source 3D printing community, has decided to shut down and will cease trading on Friday 15 January. More

Orbitrec, a titanium 3D printed road bike with built-in sensors and IoT connectivity unveiled at CES2016

Jan.5, 2016 - Tokyo-based Cerevo Inc. has unveiled a connected road bike with custom-built titanium 3D printed frame and advanced built-in sensors that can make the cycling experience more enjoyable and significantly safer for users of all levels. More

Syfy partners with MakerBot to share exclusive 3D printable content via Thingiverse

Jan.5, 2016 - As part of its new Innovation Lab initiative, American TV network Syfy has partnered with MakerBot's Thingiverse to offer exclusive 3D models of a variety of ships, characters and items from Syfy's original programming. More

Version 2.0 of inspiring open source Hovalin 3D printed violin now available

Jan.5, 2016 - While the first edition already sounded amazing, Kaitlyn and Matt Hova are now back with the second edition of their truly remarkably 3D printed Hovalin violin, featuring an optimized design. More

Aiman Akhtar designs gorgeous 3D printed dress that looks like something out of Star Trek

Jan.5, 2016 - As a culmination for a yearlong project for 3D World Magazine, 3D modeler Aiman Akhtar has created a stunning 3D printed dress that has been inspired by Science Fiction and features a stellar display of LEDs and optic fiber cables. More

3D printing helps revive Czech Cubism through stunning geometric table set

Jan.4, 2016 - Czech home goods retailer Lauriger has collaborated with architect Svetlana Koženová to design a table set reminiscent of Czech Cubism, by combining 3D printing with more traditional porcelain making techniques. More

European Space Agency plans to 3D print 'village on the moon' by 2030

Jan.4, 2016 - The European Space Agency is working on a multinational plan to 3D print a permanent village on the surface of the moon within the next 15 years, which it believes is more realistic and safer than attempting a manned mission to Mars. More

Researchers develop 3D printed electronic radar parts using a new conductive ink

Jan.4, 2016 - Using a new conductive ink consisting of metal nanoparticles suspended thermoplastic polymer, a team from the University of Massachusetts, Lowell, a team of scientists has successfully 3D printed a number of radar parts capable of tuning, selecting or generating radio waves. More

Ittyblox takes 3D printed miniature Paris architecture set to Kickstarter

Jan.4, 2016 - After amazing miniature fans everywhere with fantastic collectable miniature buildings from Amsterdam, London, New York and elsewhere, Ittyblox's Stef de Vos has now gone to Kickstarter to realize a fantastic set of 3D printed buildings inspired by the most beautiful city in the world: Paris. More

Queensland, Australia looking to claw back tourists with 3D printed foam dinosaur

Jan.3, 2016 - The Maranoa, an area of the southern inland of Queensland, Australia, is using 3D printing technology to turn a local prehistoric discovery into a futuristic tourist attraction. More

ReFlow recycled 3D printing filament giving fair deal to waste pickers in developing countries

Jan.3, 2016 - ReFlow is a social enterprise making high quality PET 3D printing filament from plastic collected in developing countries. The organization has designed a <$1,000 extruder for converting scrap plastic into filament, which is being used in small-scale production facilities all over the world. More

VOJD and Akris create geometrically-inspired 3D printed jewelry for Paris Fashion Week

Jan.3, 2016 - Luxury 3D printing jewelry designer VOJD Studios and Swiss fashion house Akris have teamed up to create a series of silver and polyamide 3D printed rings inspired by a large-scale polyhedron geometric structure. More

How 3D printed pills are personalizing medicine

Jan.2, 2016 - 3D printing technology enables doctors and pharmaceutical companies to manufacture drugs tailored to the specific needs of individual patients--taking into account their age, weight, race, and kidney and liver functions to increase the effectiveness while reducing side-effects. Yet what are the potential effects of 3D printed drugs on the medical industry? More

Melissa Ng shares how search for solitude inspired new 3D printed jewelry line

Jan.2, 2016 - Looking back on 2015, fantastical 3D designer and founder of Lumecluster Melissa Ng shares how her quest for inner solitude led her to create a series of 3D printed jewelry pieces titled Solitude & Innovation. More

This huge brain sculpture consists of 100 unique 3D printed bronze-and-stainless-steel 'neurons'

Jan.1, 2016 - Sculptor Ralph Helmick has designed a massive 3D printed sculpture of a human brain, to be installed at the McGovern Institute for Brain Research at MIT. More

HRL creates ultra-strong, flawless 3D printed ceramics, resistant to temperatures of 1,400+ degrees

Jan.1, 2016 - HRL Laboratories has developed a new technique for 3D printing ultra-strong ceramic materials which can withstand temperatures in excess of 1,700 degrees Celsius. The company believes the process could soon be used in the aerospace industry. More

Cardillac Jewelers using Ultimaker 3D printer to produce personalized 'Face-to-Face' rings

Jan.1, 2016 - Netherlands based Cardillac Jewelers is using an Ultimaker 3D printer to create prototypes of its jewelry and to create molds for its 'Face-to-Face' rings, designed in the image of the wearer's profile. More

Italian brand XYZbag allows you to customize stylish 3D printed handbags

Jan.1, 2016 - Want your fashion choices to stand out? Italian design brand XYZbag allows you to do so by customizing their 3D printed handbag, the 'Dada for You'. XYZbag was founded by Italian design duo Annalisa and Matteo who were both inspired by their love of handbags and their interest in the potentials of additive manufacturing technologies. More

MASSIVit 3D prints life-size shark for global campaign against hunting

Dec.31, 2015 - Israeli 3D printing startup MASSIVit has teamed up with anti-shark hunting campaign Silence of the Sharks to 3D print a two-meter long shark replica to be used in a series of high-profile underwater protests taking place across the globe. More

Star Wars super-fan builds two-foot 3D printed Star Destroyer

Dec.31, 2015 - The force is strong with this maker: An ambitious Star Wars fan has built a two-foot long, 3D printed Star Destroyer ship, made from thousands of individual 3D printed parts. More

Beat the post-Christmas blues with this 3D printed Daft Punk helmet

Dec.31, 2015 - Adafruit's Ruiz Brothers have released a tutorial for making a smartphone-controlled, LED-lit, 3D printed Daft Punk helmet. The project aims to replicate the headgear worn by Thomas Bangalter'one half of the French duo. More

Watch 8 year-old-boy ride his BMX thanks to 3D printed prosthetic

Dec.31, 2015 - e-NABLE member Peter Binkley teamed up with Intel and pro BMX athlete Jeremiah Smith to design and create a 3D printed prosthetic hand for eight-year-old Jimmy Wilson, born without a left hand, in order to let him pursue his dreams of becoming a BMX biker. More

3D imaging and 3D printing help Washington surgeon build new knees for patients

Dec.31, 2015 - Kirkland, Washington based surgeon Dr. Vincent Santoro is one of a new generation of medical professionals to successfully utilize the unique Image-to-Implant' 3D printing process developed by ConforMIS. The medical 3D printing company raised $135M in July after going public on NASDAQ. More

This DIY 3D printed sundial displays time like a digital clock

Dec.31, 2015 - Combining the ancient time-telling technology of sundials with algorithmic design, a creative and extremely patient maker from Mojoptix has created an open source, 3D printed sundial that allows users to digitally read the time. More

Field Ready uses 3D printing to provide relief in quake-stricken Nepal and beyond

Dec.30, 2015 - NGO Relief organization Field Ready uses 3D Printing to demonstrate on-site solutions in earthquake ravaged Nepal. Their continued work in Haiti and beyond are bringing 3D Printing the the world of International Development. More

Hide an entire PC in this huge 3D printed Star Destroyer case mod

Dec.30, 2015 - Dutch modder Sander van der Velden has created a 3D printed case mod for his MSI gaming PC that perfectly replicates a Venator-Class Star Destroyer from the Star Wars franchise. The project is an entry for the MSI Pro Mod Season 3 competition. More

Belgian GoAhead Digital Agency is 3D printing customized chocolate to market their services

Dec.30, 2015 - A kickstarter campaign is underway for GoAhead SmartFood 3D Printing which plans to 3D print customized chocolate for marketing purposes. The company’s early goal is to break into the world of 3D printed chocolate as part of their “Food for Marketing” campaign, and they need to raise their kickstarter goal of €15.000 to get a head start. More

3D printing gives researchers control over highly reactive materials

Dec.30, 2015 - While reactive materials such as thermite are currently hard to predict and control when they release energy, a team of scientists from the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have successfully harnessed the materials by precisely 3D printing them onto micro architectures. More

3D printed haptic sonar glove lets you feel what's far below the water

Dec.30, 2015 - Harnessing the echolocation techniques used by dolphins, two Japanese PhD candidates have developed a 3D printed sonar glove called the IrukaTact, which enables divers to accurately feel sunken objects at up to two feet away. More

Derby the dog walks and sits more like other dogs now with updated 3D printed prosthetics

Dec.30, 2015 - About a year ago, Derby the dog was lucky enough to receive two prosthetics that allowed him to walk despite the congenital deformity affecting his front legs. Having gotten used to those, it was time for a 3D printed upgrade that allowed him to walk and sit like other dogs. More

3D printed Star Wars urns store your loved one's ashes in a Death Star or Darth Vader mask

Dec.30, 2015 - UK based Urns for Ashes has been finding it difficult to keep up with demand as interest for their 3D Printed Star Wars urns is up over 300 percent since November. Fortunately, they are 3D printed and this allows for the usual assortment of customization that the technology excels at. More

UK hospital seeks to use 3D bioprinted noses and ears on humans within 3-4 years

Dec.29, 2015 - Plastic surgeons at Morriston Hospital in Wales are developing a method for 3D bioprinting cartilage-based body parts, including noses and ears, using the patients' own cells, and they hope to be among the first to use them in human clinical trials within the next three to four years. More

Disney develops 3D printed VertiGo robot that can drive straight up walls

Dec.29, 2015 - Disney Research Zurich and ETH Zurich have created a multimodal wheeled robot that can seamlessly transition from driving over rugged terrain to climbing vertical walls thanks to steerable propellers and lightweight 3D printed components. More

3D printed GoPro cannonball lets you safely experience being shot from a cannon

Dec.29, 2015 - To celebrate the launch of their website, the guys from Eclectical Engineering have built a fun partially 3D printed aircannon and GoPro cannonball setup that captures some amazing footage as the camera is crashing down to earth. More

Samsung scores U.S. patent for 3D holographic smartphone

Dec.29, 2015 - Korean tech giant Samsung Electronics has just been awarded a key patent for 3D hologram technology, which the company has been working on for around three years. More

Top ten 3D printing projects of 2015

Dec.29, 2015 - As 2015 wraps up, we at 3Ders have looked back to some of the most exciting projects of the year, which can be found below, and are looking forward to what 2016 will bring for us 3D printing enthusiasts! More

Scott Hanselman: 3D printing is far more than just making "brightly colored pieces of crap"

Dec.29, 2015 - In an attempt to add value to the 3D printing hobby, Scott Hanselman recently shared an insightful essay complete with solid tips for taking 3D printing beyond the repetitive, single-part busts, pot planters and smartphone cases. Just what you need to take your 3D printer to the next level. More

New Zealand scientists optimize honey production with 3D printed honeycombs

Dec.29, 2015 - As building those impressive honeycombs actually requires a lot of energy and honey, a team of New Zealand researchers are seeking to make the lives of bees and beekeepers a lot easier with perfect 3D printed honeycomb replicas that can be taken into use immediately. More

Savvy Society gives girls head start in STEM through customized 3D printed shoes

Dec.29, 2015 - Though STEM is still largely a boys' club, fashion startup Savvy Society is seeking to change that by getting girls interested in STEM sciences with the help of a fun platform for fashionable and cute CAD designs and 3D printed accessories for shoes. More

3D printed replicas of ISIS-Destroyed Arch of Palmyra to be erected in London and NYC

Dec.28, 2015 - A 3D printed replica of the 2,000 arch of Palmyra is to be erected in Trafalgar Square, London. The model arch will emulate the last standing section of the Temple of Bel in Syra, which was razed to the ground by Isis earlier this year. More

Architect Vincent Callebaut envisions future oceanic city 3D printed from algae and plastic waste

Dec.28, 2015 - Belgian architect Vincent Callebaut has designed a fictional oceanic city, made using sustainable 3D printed materials, that is meant to emphasize the importance of the earth's oceans and their cleanliness. More

Aircraft carrier USS Harry S. Truman and Kearsarge print spare parts at sea with 3D printers

Dec.28, 2015 - Miniature fabrication labs have recently been placed on two Navy ships: the aircraft carrier Truman and the amphibious assault ship Kearsarge. Both ships and their respective 3D printers have been deployed in the fight against the Islamic State. More

'Eye-on-a-chip' 3D printed eyelids displayed at Collegiate Inventors Competition, gold for 3D printed human tissue

Dec.28, 2015 - 3D printed biomedical innovations were rightly prominently present at this year's Collegiate Inventors Competition, where the 'eye-on-a-chip' 3D printed eyelids received a lot of attention, and Harvard PhD student David Kolesky won the gold medal for his 3D printed human tissue breakthrough. More

Team FAST using 3D printing to develop world's first formic acid powered car

Dec.28, 2015 - Students from the Technical University (TU) of Eindhoven are developing a sustainable 3D printed car. The vehicle, set to be unveiled next summer, will be fueled by formic acid, a natural substance produced by ants. More

New Media Performance Tiffany Trenda's interactive 3D printed dress leaves her audience in awe

Dec.27, 2015 - The merger of technology and technology has increased with recent trends in wearable tech. New Media Performance artist Tiffany Trenda takes things to the next level with her new and interactive work entitled Ubiquitous States; complete with a 3D Printed dress. More

Belgian startup Turbulent designs 3D printed turbines that harness natural energy of small rivers

Dec.26, 2015 - As existing sustainable energy farms are still very expensive, not cost-effective and have a negative impact on the environment around them, Belgian startup Turbulent is working on small scale 3D printed turbines that harness natural energy of small rivers without affecting the river itself. More

Createc 3D reboots 'Printing Smiles' campaign to donate 3D printed toys to children in need

Dec.26, 2015 - Createc 3D, a 3D printing makerspace and fab lab in Granada, Spain, has managed to collect over 100 3D printed toys as part of the Printing Smiles/Imprimiendo Sonrisas campaign. The 3D printed toys will be donated to disadvantaged children over the holiday season. More

South African PLENZA recreates 3D printed robot PLEN2 at a fraction of the price

Dec.26, 2015 - A hackerspace in South Africa has developed their own 3D printed humanoid robot, based off the of the popular Japanese PLEN2, that uses significantly cheaper and locally available 9g servos. Costing less than half of the original price, PLENZA is South Africa's take on the 3D printable bot, and it is completely available on Github to be recreated at home. More

Lame duck given clean bill of health thanks to 3D printed leg

Dec.25, 2015 - A pair of Indian 3D printing experts have come to the aid of a lame duck, providing it with a new 3D printed leg. The tiny prosthesis took two hours to print and will be attached by a veterinary doctor in the near future. More

Canadian design trio Daniel Christian Tang break into luxury 3D printed jewelry design market

Dec.25, 2015 - Jewelry brand Daniel Christian Tang has taken the Canadian luxury jewelry market by storm with their unique and complex 3D printed designs. Daniel Christian Tang (DCT), which was founded by two architects, Heng Tang and Mario Christian, and one structural engineer, Luca Daniel, is now one of Canada’s leading design brands in 3D printed luxury jewelry. More

Explore the British Museum and 3D print its artifacts all from the comfort of home

Dec.24, 2015 - Not only can you 3D print artifacts of the British Museum, you can now virtually explore it with Google Cultural Institute from anywhere in the world. GCI recently partnered with the British Museum and have just launched the virtual version of it, which covers nine floors of the museum and 85 of its permanent galleries, making it the most expansive interior Google street view space. More

RMIT University unveils beautifully intricate titanium 3D printed ceremonial mace

Dec.24, 2015 - A new 3D printed, titanium ceremonial mace was recently unveiled at the RMIT University of technology and design in Australia. The intricate and lightweight 3D printed mace was digitally constructed via a multi-agent swarm algorithm and 3D printed using SLM technology and fused titanium powders. More

Rick Winscot shares fantastic design for 3D printed sensor-packed RC sand buggy

Dec.24, 2015 - If you're looking for a fun 3D printing project for over the holidays, be sure to check out Rick Winscot's cool design for a 3D printed, sensor-packed RC sand buggy called the Sandblaster. Featuring obstacle detection and autonomous driving options, it is a perfect project to waste a day or two on. More

3D printed tribute to SpaceX's successful Falcon 9 rocket landing now available

Dec.24, 2015 - As a tribute to the fantastic aerospace achievement of SpaceX earlier this week, who made a successful landing with their Falcon 9 rocket as it returned from space, a former intern has just shared a fantastic 3D printed replica of that rocket. More

Burn victim Safyre receives a 3D printed hand after inspiring the world with Christmas cards

Dec.24, 2015 - After losing her closest family in a fire in 2013, 8-year old Safyre has inspired warm hearts around the world to send send her Christmas cards. Through this, a team at Albany University has produced and tested a 3D Printed eNABLE hand for her. More

LIGHT consortium develops ultra-lightweight 3D printed metal structures

Dec.23, 2015 - On December 15th 2015, the latest meeting of the LIGHT project consortium took place at the Magna Parva headquarters in Leicester, UK. The purpose of the meeting was to allow partners to review the progress of three 3D printed demonstrator parts, which are in various stages of development. More

Tamicare to mass produce Cosyflex 3D printed textiles for booming wearables market

Dec.23, 2015 - UK based Tamicare, the company responsible for Cosyflex, their patented 3D printed textile and production system, have just begun operations on their first production line. Tamicare’s founders, Tamar and Ehud Giloh, worked for over ten years to develop their 3D printed textile and printing system. More

India's National Aerospace Laboratories 3D prints prototypes of aerospace parts

Dec.23, 2015 - National Aerospace Laboratories (NAL), India's second largest aerospace firm, has recently demonstrated 3D printed prototypes used for the design and validation of various aerospace components at an exhibition in Bangalore. The 3D printed parts were manufactured using local MSME J Robotics' 3D printer system. More

Musical Instrument Museum 3D prints entire symphony orchestra in miniature

Dec.23, 2015 - The Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix, Arizona, has created the world's first complete miniature symphony orchestra thanks to 3D printing technology. It is now setup as an audio-visual display in the MIM's Europe Gallery. More

Innovative Gaming company brings the virtual world with the physical with Gamaya

Dec.23, 2015 - The virtual world and the physical world have existed independently for years now. An innovative new game called Gamaya is hoping to change that with NFC driven collectable statuettes that communicate directly with the game. More

3D print objects from the Fallout 4 universe with Maker’s Muse tutorial

Dec.22, 2015 - Gamers can now 3D print almost any object from the Fallout 4 universe, as Angus from Maker's Muse has released a tutorial which shows how to turn game data into 3D printable files. More

Stunning 3D printed 7 meter tall sculpture provides backdrop for Richard Strauss’ tragedy Elektra

Dec.22, 2015 - L'Opera de Montreal showcases impressive 7 meter tall 3D printed statue as backdrop for recent production of Richard Strauss' Elektra. The process of 3D printing the giant set piece was led by a team at AsorCAD, a 3D printing service that specializes in 3D design, reverse engineering, and capture point cloud. More

Fairphone teams with designer Alan Nguyen to offer 3D printed wooden accessories for Fairphone 2

Dec.22, 2015 - Fairphone, the Netherlands based social enterprise and technology company, recently released its latest smartphone, the Fairphone 2. The company has now teamed up with 3DHubs and designer Alan Nguyen to produce a range of 3D printed wood accessories for the device. More

Pandorum Technologies becomes first in India to develop 3D bioprinted liver tissue

Dec.22, 2015 - Bangalore-based bio-tech startup Pandorum Technologies has successfully developed artificial 3d bioprinted liver tissues that mimic human liver functions, enabling affordable medical research for developing new life-saving medicines and vaccines, and eventually leading to full-scale, transplantable 3D printed organs. More

Filmmaker Raymond McCarthy Bergeron turns own childhood drama into vivid 3D printed zoetrope movie

Dec.22, 2015 - After a lengthy six month 3D printing process, filmmaker Raymond McCarthy Bergeron has completed an amazing movie called re+belief, filled with 3D printed zoetropes that tells the story of his own childhood experiences and coming-of-age process. More

150 puppets & 1,261 faces 3D printed for stop-motion Oscar contender Anomalisa

Dec.22, 2015 - While Star Wars is dominating cinemas everywhere, a lot of Hollywood buzz is instead focusing on upcoming movie Anomalisa. A gripping stop-motion film, it has extensively relied on 3D printing technology to make more than 150 puppets and 1,261 faces to let them express their emotions. More

North Carolina man raising money to 3D print prosthetic leg covers for wounded soldiers

Dec.22, 2015 - After losing his left leg from the knee down after a motorcycle accident, Adam White hopes to raise money through Kickstarter to create 3D Printed Prosthetic covers for wounded soldiers. More

Real burning lightsaber created with 3D printing and a touch of butane

Dec.21, 2015 - Engineer Allen Pan has created a 'real-life' Star Wars lightsaber that shoots out a butane-propelled blade thanks to a nichrome ignition, a syringe valve housed inside a 3D printed enclosure, and a methanol-acetone fuel mixture. More

3D printing helps marine robotics company Blue Robotics to reinvent underwater drones

Dec.21, 2015 - Southern California based start up Blue Robotics has created affordable and high quality under water thrusters for submarine drones with the help of 3D printing technologies. More

3D printed Star Wars toys made from compostable WillowFlex re-paintable with biodegradable watercolors

Dec.21, 2015 - Berlin-based BioInspiration used their compostable WillowFlex 3D printing filament to 3D print two iconic Star Wars toys. They then discovered that they could use biodegradable watercolors to paint and re-paint their 3D prints, making them as completely eco-friendly as possible. More

'The Little Designer' book lets kids learn 3D printing in an intuitive and fun way

Dec.21, 2015 - With the purpose of giving kids a head start in 3D design and imaging tools, Dream Factory has just taken a very interesting book to Kickstarter. Called 'The Little Designer', it teaches kids the basics of 3D design and 3D printing by taking them on a colorful and imaginative adventure in Buddyland. More

Free 3D Printable of the Week: Don Foley's Freedom 7 Capsule and Christmas ornament

Dec.21, 2015 - In 2015 the 43rd Space Congress asked Don to 3D print the speakers award. The logo for the 43rd space congress was the Freedom 7 Capsule. Don Foley has shared its design free through the holidays. More

Dagoma and Twitter France use #COP21 to power 3D printer and climate change action

Dec.20, 2015 - French 3D printer manufacturer Dagoma and Twitter France, via Hobbynote, harnessed the power of social media and 3D printing technology to raise awareness about the historic conference and the issue of climate change in general. More

Light up your X'Mas tree with Functionalize's 3D printable flashy ornaments made with conductive filament

Dec.19, 2015 - With Christmas around the corner, conductive filament manufacturers Functionalize have just shared two fun and free designs for 3D printable tree ornaments that can light up your home with the help of lasers, LEDs and their F-Electric filament. More

3D printed lithophanes bring new dimension to digital photographs

Dec.18, 2015 - BYU student Justin Jensen reveals how he created 3D printed lithophanes, three-dimensional representations of digital photographs that, when lit from behind, reproduce the original image with a high level of fidelity. More

MIT researchers use 3D printing to produce MEMS at one-hundredth usual cost

Dec.18, 2015 - Researchers at MIT's Microsystems Technologies Laboratories have developed a method for producing high quality microelectromechanical systems (MEMS) using a 3D printed desktop device. These MEMS can be produced at one-hundredth the cost of a market alternative with no loss of quality. More

3D Printing used to develop locust inspired jumping robots for search and rescue

Dec.18, 2015 - Robotics have been used to assist humans in all sorts of ways throughout recent years. A team from Tel Aviv University are hoping their 3D printed, locust inspired robots will one day assist in search and rescue and rough terrain reconnaissance operations. More

Futurist Ray Kurzweil predicts that 3D printing will become common in daily life in 2020s

Dec.18, 2015 - While the future of 3D printing seems optimistic, futurist Ray Kurzweil takes things even further and argues that the rapid growth of information technology will make 3D printed food, homes and objects common in daily life by the 2020s. More

NASA successfully tests completely 3D printed rocket engine producing 20,000 pounds of thrust

Dec.18, 2015 - While NASA has been testing a number of 3D printed engine parts for a while, their biggest success has just been achieved by successfully testing a completely 3D printed breadboard engine seven times. This engine was exposed to a realistic environment and produced 20,000 pounds of thrust. More

Renishaw lends 3D printing expertise to bring America's Cup to Britain

Dec.17, 2015 - Additive manufacturing experts Renishaw have joined the Land Rover BAR Technical Innovation Group, providing expertise in metal 3D printing to help give the British sailing team a competitive edge in the prestigious America's Cup challenge. More

Minifig Battlefields recreates epic WWI battles with LEGO and 3D printed dioramas

Dec.17, 2015 - UK-based company Minifig Battlefields uses 3D printing to bring richly detailed and historically accurate WWI trenches and battlefields to life. Their dioramas and minifig soldiers are compatible with popular brick brands such as LEGO, and their 3D printed Stiknklik tool helps enable creative visual storytelling. More

3D printed 'Mouth Operated Mouse' wins Thingiverse Assistive Technology Challenge

Dec.17, 2015 - Tobias Wirtl has won the Thingiverse Assistive Technology Challenge for his 3D printed, mouth operated computer mouse. Runner up prizes went to a 3D printable wheelchair and a kit for assisting disabled dogs. More

3Doodler Awards: 3D printing pen remains the tool of choice for unrestrained 3D creativity

Dec.17, 2015 - 3Doodler has announced the finalists for the inaugural 3Doodler Awards, with the winning 3D printed designs divided into eight categories. Always spontaneous and never dull, the 3D printing pen remains the tool of choice for unrestrained 3D creativity. More

XRobots rolls out new concept for functional 3D printed Star Wars BB-8 droid

Dec.17, 2015 - XRobots' James Bruton has revealed his V2 3D printed Star Wars BB-8 droid that, unlike many previous versions, features a single axis hubless wheel and a magnetic head coupling. The result is a life-size, functional BB-8 that looks and moves just like its on-screen counterpart. More

Volumetric displays re-imagined with 3D printed double helix

Dec.17, 2015 - Berlin-based company Volumetrics has developed an open-source volumetric display design that uses a large 3D printed helix to project full-resolution and color 3D objects. Their goal is to contribute to the development and widespread use of volumetric displays for everyday use. More

China Eastern Airlines adopts 3D printing to significantly reduce costs of cabin components

Dec.17, 2015 - While a number of airlines are already using 3D printing for prototyping, China Eastern Airlines is already using it to produce a wide range of plastic cabin components in their own maintenance facility and are greatly improving their cost efficiency. More

Introducing Adorn: a 3D printing pen that prints makeup to perfectly match your skin

Dec.17, 2015 - A new foundation pen that utilizes elements of 3D scanning and 3D printing to create the perfect tone of foundation has just been released on the market. More

3D printed Infant Resuscitator to save newborns who can't breathe

Dec.16, 2015 - The Augmented Infant Resuscitator (AIR) is a 3D printed device designed to improve the effectiveness of newborn resuscitation. The device is an add-on piece for existing bag valve masks (BVMs) and several types of ventilation equipment. More

3D printed helmet material to reduce brain injuries wins $250K in NFL-backed competition

Dec.16, 2015 - A multi-layered elastic 3D printed material'developed by researchers at Cardiff University has the ability to reduce brain injuries and protect football players by absorbing and dissipating impact. This 'C3' material has won $250,000 in an NFL-backed competition, and is being further developed using 3D printing technology. More

Create custom 3D printed stamps using free software and this easy tutorial

Dec.16, 2015 - Maker Chris Slyka has released an easy-to-follow tutorial for designing and 3D printing custom stamps using two cost-free programs: Inkscape and OpenScad. The stamps can be used to make personalized holiday cards, beer coasters, or whatever you want to create. More

Ultra Clean Holdings and Kulicke & Soffa to 3D print semiconductor equipment parts

Dec.16, 2015 - Ultra Clean Holdings, Inc. (UCT) has announced a partnership with Kulicke & Soffa for the use of their commercial scale 3D printing services, making K&S the first known company in the semiconductor equipment market to adopt the mass customization capabilities of 3D printing technology. More

Dutch craftsman takes bookbinding into the 21rst century with the help of 3D printing

Dec.16, 2015 - While the artisanal craftsmanship is what makes bookbinding so remarkable, Dutch craftsman Luc Volders has developed an easy and interesting 3D printing method to make embossed covers without losing that traditional nature of the craft. More

Aciturri Aeronautics and Prodintec to 3D print airplane parts in Spain

Dec.16, 2015 - Spanish aviation leader Aciturri Aeronautics and technology center Prodintec are joining forces to 3D print airplane components at a new 3D printing factory in Asturias, with the aim of developing 3D printing knowledge and applications for the Spanish aviation industry. More

14-year-old becomes first teen saved by 3D printed tracheal splint

Dec.16, 2015 - 14-year-old, autistic Hannah Coulter, who suffered from a life threatening respiratory problem is the first grown person to successfully receive a 3D printed tracheal implant, which has previously only been used in babies and infants. More

FLUX 3D printed glowing zoetrope will mesmerize and mystify

Dec.15, 2015 - Design students Dieter Pilger, Janno Str'cker and Frederik Scheve have created a dizzying yet beautiful 3D printed zoetrope illuminated sculpture inspired by the mathematics of the Fibonacci sequence and John Edmark's 3D printing work. More

Floatility E-Floater electric scooter glides into production thanks to 3D printing

Dec.15, 2015 - German start-up Floatility has designed a light-weight, solar-powered, electric scooter to redefine modern commuting, and has said that Stratasys FDM and PolyJet 3D Printing solutions were absolutely integral to creating the functional prototype that brought their product from development to launch. More

Douglas Coupland works on 3DCanada, huge 3D printed sculpture of Canadian citizens

Dec.15, 2015 - Celebrated Canadian novelist and artist Douglas Coupland has teamed up with 3D printing expert John Biehler to create 3DCanada, a huge artwork consisting of around 1,500 3D printed busts of Canadian citizens. More

Liverpool student Jade Crompton reinvents ceramics with the help of 3D printing

Dec.15, 2015 - While ceramics still have a very old-fashioned reputation, Liverpool student Jade Crompton is quickly reinventing that through a 3D printing production method that involves CAD design and i.materialise but still achieves that top quality, traditional style. More

UC Riverside physicist using 3D printing to understand the evolution of the universe

Dec.15, 2015 - Studying galaxy formation is a complex field that is forced to rely on unclear digital models that are hard to comprehend, but physicist Miguel Arag'n-Calvo from the University of California, Riverside, has made a series of complex 3D printed plastic models that are far easier to understand. More

Monash University creates 3D printed cadavers in an attempt to modernize anatomical models

Dec.15, 2015 - The use of cadavers have been used for centuries as a tool for medical training. The accuracy of the real-thing has always had its drawbacks however. A team at the Monash University in Australia has developed a 3D printed full-color option that offers great advantages over the traditional corpses. More

28 schools in South Australia to be equipped with 3D printers, minister announces

Dec.15, 2015 - In an effort to ensure that young children will gain an intuitive understanding of up and coming technologies, the state government of South Australia has just announced that they will be equipping 28 schools with 3D printers, with the educational program kicking off in the first semester of 2016. More

BB-8 Builders Club and J.R. Bédard reveal two 3D printable Star Wars BB-8 Droid designs

Dec.14, 2015 - The BB-8 Builders Club and software engineer Jean-René Bédard have revealed two functional, 3D printable, and movie-realistic designs that awaken the force of 3D printing and bring Star Wars: The Force Awaken's BB-8 Droid to life. More

Reel in the big fish with Zombait 3D printed bait ‘re-animator’

Dec.14, 2015 - An intriguing Kickstarter campaign by New England-based Magurobotics is about to revolutionize the fishing industry. With the help of 3D printing, they have developed a ever fishing tool called Zombait, a small robotic device that can reanimate dead bait used for catching big predatory fish. More

Nonmanifold: 3D printed jewelry for the 'modern woman'

Dec.14, 2015 - New 3D printed jewelry company, Nonmanifold, has been recently launched and not only are its designs made using 3D printing technology, but the jewelry is 3D printing themed. More

Build your own walking, waving, 3D printed 'Social Quadruped' robot

Dec.14, 2015 - Instructables user [chombaw] has designed a 3D printed robot called 'The Social Quadruped', thus named because of its friendly robot wave. The saluting machine, which is controlled wirelessly via Bluetooth, is able to walk on four legs with two degrees of freedom, and moves with a distinctive crawling motion. More

Hans Fouche shows off cool 3D printed acoustic guitar made with Cheetah 2 3D printer

Dec.14, 2015 - With the help of his Cheetah 2, a gigantic, lightening quick plastic pellet 3D printer, South African engineer and chocolatier Hans Fouche has again 3D printed something you'd never think of making: a fully functional acoustic guitar, based on the iconic Yamaha. More

Fan successfully flies super cool 3D printed Star Wars: The Force Awakens Speed Racer

Dec.13, 2015 - Star Wars has inspired many fan creations over the years. A fan of the upcoming film takes things to the next level with a custom designed 3D Printed Quadcopter that'll tickle the fancy of any Star Wars fan. More

Exclusive Komorebi 3D printed jewelry collection inspired by sunlight in nature

Dec.13, 2015 - Combining the best of classic design with the latest technologies, Stockholm-based jewelry designers Lumitoro have again developed a fantastic exclusive 3D printed jewelry collection called Komorebi. This time, founder Roberto Chaves was inspired by sunlight filtered through the leaves of trees. More

Chinese entrepreneur debuts fantastic 3D printed educational building block set packed with lights

Dec.13, 2015 - Originally trying to make a fun toy for his sons with the help of 3D printing, Chinese entrepreneur Ye Xi Quan has since turned his 3D printed building block set into a fantastic educational toy packed with lights and the electronics necessary to safely build radio's, MP3 players and more. More

Student's 3D printed balancing device is a whole new ball game

Dec.13, 2015 - Ramy Mounir, a student maker at the University of South Florida, has designed a 3D printed balancing game. The design process for the game, in which one or two players must balance a ball atop a moving plate, has been shared on Instructables. More

Maker shares cool design clip for partially 3D printed metal Amulet of Talos

Dec.12, 2015 - If anyone is thinking about cosplaying a Dragonborn from the Skyrim video game, then the latest prop by PunishedProps is just what you need. Brittany Doran has just made a completely metal Amulet of Talos with the help of 3D printed mold. More

Ultra-light 3D printed titanium firefighting drone to aid in bushfires

Dec.12, 2015 - Engineering students from Melbourne University have developed a 3D printed firefighting drone, able to resist high temperates and fly for up to 45 minutes. The UAV has been designed to extinguish bushfires. More

3D printed Solar System spins our planets around at varying speeds by a slight turn of the hand

Dec.12, 2015 - From the team that helped downsize Theo Jansen's Strandbeest to life comes another dazzling display of design ingenuity with The Solar System. After only three prototypes, this fully assembled piece is available on Shapeways today. More

Scare your pets with this 3D printed, Transformers-style spider robot

Dec.12, 2015 - Budding engineer and maker [Smudger_WTH] has developed a 3D printed, Transformers-style spider robot, which can move on both legs and wheels. More

Ease into timelapse filmmaking with 3D printed GoLapse trolley

Dec.11, 2015 - Amateur timelapse filmmaker Joe Fabiani has designed an easy and affordable 'trolley' system for timelapse videography. To bring the GoLapse to market, he's turned to two proven product-launching resources: 3D printing technology, and the crowdfunding power of Kickstarter. More

Janne Kyttanen unveils 3D printed and 'explosion welded' Metsidian table

Dec.11, 2015 - Finnish designer and artist Janne Kyttanen has unveiled a unique 3D printed table at Design Miami 2015. The 'Metsidian' sculpture is partially 3D printed, and partially made via 'explosion welding'. More

Cobbler Technologies' 3D shoe printer is bringing shoe manufacturing back to Maine

Dec.11, 2015 - Vincent Lewis and Andrew Katon have developed a proprietary, multimaterial 3D printer to manufacture high-performance 3D printed running shoes. With the launch of their new company, Cobbler Technologies, they're putting themselves at the forefront of the high-tech 3D printed shoe industry, while bringing a historical trade back to Maine. More

Bone Mother 3D printed film explores dark side of stop motion

Dec.11, 2015 - Montreal-based Sea Creature Animation and the NFB are producing a stop motion animated film titled Bone Mother that uses 3D printing technology to tell a dark and sinister story. 3Ders.org spoke with animator Dale Howard to find out they they incorporated 3D printing into the creative process. More

Anthony Daniels reveals he wore C-3PO's new 3D printed suit for upcoming 'Star Wars: The Force Awakens'

Dec.11, 2015 - While much of the upcoming Star Wars: The Force Awakens is still shrouded in mystery, veteran Star Wars actor Anthony Daniels has just revealed that a 3D printer was used on site during filming to make and maintain a comfortable C-3PO costume. More

Dilli Dalli develops flexible and comfortable children’s glasses using Formlabs 3D printers

Dec.11, 2015 - Children's eyewear brand Dilli Dalli enlisted the help of Formlabs' Form 1+ 3D printer to develop prototypes for their new line of pediatric eyewear. More

Melbourne researchers successfully 3D print brain cell tissue that lives up to 30 days

Dec.11, 2015 - Using a special bio 3D printer capable of 3D printing different types of human cells, a team of scientists from the University of Melbourne have successfully 3D printed a small clump of brain tissue that could be revolutionary for the study of brain disorders such as autism and schizophrenia. More

Chinese Nobel Prize laureate Tu YouYou honored with tea display made with 3D printer in Nobel Museum

Dec.11, 2015 - Yesterday the Nobel Prizes were awarded in a ceremony in Stockholm. Among the winners was Chinese laureate Tu You You, selected for discovering a groundbreaking malaria cure using 1700-year-old knowledge. She was further honored with a partially 3D printed display in the Nobel Museum. More

Thales brings metal 3D printing to Morocco with new Industrial Competence Center

Dec.11, 2015 - Thales announced this week that it will be establishing a new high-tech industrial competence center for 3D metal printing in Morocco, to be completed and ready to manufacture aerospace and other high-value parts by 2018. More

ImprimaLAB creates impressive 3D printed movie memorabilia from Chappie, Mad Max and more

Dec.10, 2015 - Brazilian industrial designer Pedro Augusto Coelho, founder of ImprimaLAB, creates highly detailed 3D prints that movie buffs are sure to love. More

Small business owner Anita Redd expands from skincare to 3D printed packaging

Dec.10, 2015 - Lawrenceville, GA based small business owner Anita Redd, who invented the skin moisturizer Anita's Balm, has recently and rather serendipitously entered into the world of 3D printed packaging. She is now expanding her skincare company to sell empty 3D printed containers to other individuals or small businesses. More

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art acquires 3D printed 'Gemini' chaise

Dec.10, 2015 - Gemini, an acoustic chaise designed by Professor Neri Oxman and featuring a 3D printed skin produced by Stratasys, has been acquired by the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art for its permanent collection. The piece was designed to replicate the tranquility of the womb. More

Kids can 3D print their own Nickelodeon characters thanks to in-store PieceMaker booths

Dec.10, 2015 - PieceMaker Technologies, provider of in-store 3D printing booths, has announced a partnership with Nickelodeon. The partnership will allow children to 3D print their own Nickelodeon characters at a select number of Mid-Atlantic stores. More

Grismont unveils luxury custom-crafted 3D printed golf clubs

Dec.10, 2015 - Grismont Paris has released a line of three limited edition driving irons, designed by 3D digital artists Linlin and Pierre-Yves Jacques and manufactured using metal 3D printing technology. More

Rinkak develops beautifully finished, 3D printed accessories for Olympus Air Open Platform Camera

Dec.10, 2015 - 3D printing platform Rinkak Services has joined the Olympus OPC Hack & Make Project, teaming up with FEEL GOOD CREATION to develop a range of 3D printed Olympus OPC accessories. More

Libraries harness power of 3D printing, ALA urges policymakers to take note

Dec.10, 2015 - The American Library Association has just issued a paper on libraries and 3D printing that urges policymakers to recognize the libraries' leading role in promoting education, entrepreneurship, and economic development through access to 3D printing technology. More

6-year-old boy gets his best Christmas gift ever - a 3D printed 'bionic' hand

Dec.10, 2015 - The six-year-old Lucas from Kentucky has gotten his Christmas present early, as the boy was given a custom-made 3D printed prosthetic hand. The prosthetic was made by a team of bioengineering students from the University of Louisville after Lucas's grandmother wrote them a letter. More

Ikea considers putting sustainable lab-grown 3D printed meatballs on menu

Dec.10, 2015 - With the meat industry being a major contributor to climate problems, Ikea's future-living lab Space10 has been thinking about alternatives for Ikea's classic Kottbullar meatballs. Among their solutions you can even find 3D printed laboratory grown meat. More

Loaded 3D printed gun found in meth lab during police raid in Gold Coast, Australia

Dec.10, 2015 - For the second time in a year, police from Gold Coast, Australia, have found a 3D printed gun during a raid on a drug lab. The gun was loaded and kept in the bedroom of the property and the owner, a biker from an outlawed gang, was arrested alongside three others. More

3D printing to shape future of fashion, says Syrian fashion designer Nabil El-Nayal

Dec.10, 2015 - Syrian fashion designer Nabil El-Nayal, a pioneer of 3D printing in the fashion world, speaks about the potential benefits and difficulties of 3D printing in fashion. More

3Discovered and 3D Scanning AS partner to improve 3D printed parts for cruise ships

Dec.9, 2015 - 3D Scanning AS, a subsidiary of The Maritime Group of Norway, has announced a partnership with 3Discovered of Chicago, in order to quicken the supply of 3D printed parts for its cruise ship repair and retrofit service business. More

Teen makes 3D printed flamethrower drone, incinerates holiday turkey

Dec.9, 2015 - Connecticut teenager Austin Haughwout--who previously crafted a gun-wielding drone--has posted a video of a partially 3D printed, flamethrower-toting drone. The four-minute video shows the unmanned aircraft incinerating what is apparently a Christmas Turkey. More

Google calls upon makers to produce 3D printed shells for OnHub Wi-Fi router

Dec.9, 2015 - Google has called upon makers to produce their own 3D printed and hand-crafted shells for the OnHub Wi-Fi router, released by Google in collaboration with TP-LINK earlier this year. The search engine colossus has launched an online platform on which creators can share their designs. More

Chromat and Metalepsis introduce bold, futuristic 3D printed jewelry line

Dec.9, 2015 - Clothing and accessory brand Chromat has recently teamed up with jewelry design brand Metalepsis Projects to design and release a collection of trendy 3D printed jewelry. More

24-year-old Sean Walker creates an award-winning leg prosthesis with a 3D printer

Dec.9, 2015 - Showing up late and seemingly unprepared, 24-year-old Hackathon participants didn't win over the judges with his appearance but instead with his intuitive and unique 3D printed approach to prosthetic limbs. More

Appliance maker Arçelik urges plastics industry to adopt 3D printing at faster pace

Dec.8, 2015 - Arçelik A.S., one of Europe's leading manufacturers of home appliances, recently urged the plastics industry at large to increasingly incorporate 3D printing technologies into their manufacturing processes in order to push the boundaries of manufacturing technologies. More

Jay Leno turns to 3D printing to restore custom-built EcoJet and other rare cars

Dec.8, 2015 - When critical components of his handmade EcoJet car broke, Jay Leno used 3D Systems' solutions 3D print better-than-ever parts. The celebrity TV host is becoming a strong advocate for 3D printing technology, calling it the "Future of manufacturing in America". More

Polimotor 2 implements 3D printed fuel intake runner in all-plastic race car engine

Dec.8, 2015 - Solvay Specialty Polymers has today announced today that the Polimotor 2 project, led by Matti Holtzberg, will feature a 3D printed fuel intake runner, produced by composite parts manufacturer Arevo Labs, and made from Solvay's KetaSpire polyetheretherketone (PEEK) material. More

Adidas & Parley for the Oceans reveal 3D printed shoe made from plastic ocean waste

Dec.8, 2015 - Adidas has just revealed the "Ocean Plastic" concept shoe with a 3D printed midsole made from reclaimed plastic ocean waste. The shoe was presented in collaboration with Parley for the Oceans in Paris today. More

ic! berlin launches bold 3D printed, screwless 'I See Exoskeleton' eyewear collection

Dec.8, 2015 - German fashionable eyewear manufacturers ic! berlin has just launched their second line of 3D printed eyeglasses made with SLS 3D printing technology and the polyamide 3D printing material, plotic. The I See Exoskeleton line features a new 3D printed screwless hinge and a design inspired my molecular structures. More

Long Beach makers design gorgeous 3D printed keys of the city

Dec.8, 2015 - While keys of the city are usually big heavy mass-produced things, three residents of Long Beach, California, are about to be presented gorgeous keys that, through 3D printed design, are intricate and detailed tributes to everything to city stands for. More

Printable Scenery brings gorgeous 3D printable city for fantasy wargaming to Kickstarter

Dec.8, 2015 - As the amount of available 3D printable wargaming scenery remains disappointingly low, New Zealand-based Printable Scenery has taken to Kickstarter with an excellent and affordable 3D printable fantasy city that will give a huge boost to any tabletop game. More

Designer creates nature inspired interactive jewelry collection with 3D printing

Dec.8, 2015 - Florida based jewelry designer Cassidy Terry recently introduced a new collection of jewelry, which consists of a series of nature inspired rings as well as a necklace made from casted twigs and 3D printed elements. More

Sasquatch speculation given new boost with remarkable 3D printed full-scale Bigfoot skeleton

Dec.8, 2015 - While Sasquatch remains a very controversial creature, this hasn't stopped a team of Idaho State specialists led by Jeffrey Meldrum to 3D print a full-scale Bigfoot skeleton. Relying on archeological artifacts of similar primates and on data they do have, this is how they believe he looks like. More

Sasquatch speculation given new boost with remarkable 3D printed full-scale Bigfoot skeleton

Dec.8, 2015 - While Sasquatch remains a very controversial creature, this hasn't stopped a team of Idaho State specialists led by Jeffrey Meldrum to 3D print a full-scale Bigfoot skeleton. Relying on archeological artifacts of similar primates and on data they do have, this is how they believe he looks like. More

3D printing assists Taiwanese surgeons in complex cheek reduction surgeries

Dec.8, 2015 - Senior surgeon Xie MingJi from Taipei, Taiwan, has used 3D printing technology to assist in orthognathic, corrective jaw, or cheek reduction surgeries, resulting in reduced operating and recovery time, and improved accuracy and patient saftey. More

3D Fashion Police: How 3D printed clothing could affect Fashion Law

Dec.8, 2015 - As 3D printed wearables being to enter the market, fashion industry lawyers will be faced with a new range of legal issues. Lawyer Randia Sedhom takes a look at some of the most pressing legal issues surrounding 3D printed fashion. More

3D print your own Microsoft Surface Pro 3 dock adapter for Pro 4 tablets

Dec.8, 2015 - Microsoft has released the free 3D printable files for a 'dock spacer' that allows the Surface Pro 3 docking station to accommodate the Surface Pro 4 tablet, all while saving customers from having to buy an entirely new dock. More

Belgian Bruno Vereecke turns 3D printed lamps into hearing aids with Absorblight

Dec.7, 2015 - While you might not see any link between lamps and hearing, Belgian architect Bruno Vereecke has designed the Absorblight, which carefully lights up facial features to make you more understandable to the hard of hearing, while the top side absorbs noise from your surroundings. More

Explore swamps with this cool propeller-powered RC 3D printed swamp boat

Dec.7, 2015 - While virtually all 3D printed RC builds take to the skies or the dirt roads, German RC fan Sebastian Huber has just shared his designs for a fun, very cool and easy to build propeller-powered RC swamp boat that is definitely worth checking out. More

3D printing skin remains a complicated process, Arnold Bos at Lux Research calls for caution

Dec.7, 2015 - 3D printing skin is one of the fastest growing areas of research within bioprinting, but researchers need to take caution, explains Arnold Bos of Lux Research. More

Pollen gets super-sized: Seeing and feeling unseeable is becoming a reality thanks to 3D printing

Dec.7, 2015 - As microscopes don't always capture the complexity of miniscule 3D shapes, a New Zealand-based research team has developed a series of 3D printed, large scale models of tree pollen to help students fully understand them. More

Cheap, efficient 3D printed micro turbines could bring energy to remote locations

Dec.7, 2015 - With politicians and scientists currently discussing the best response for climate change in Paris, a very interesting solution has come out of the 3D printers of Omni3D: 3D printed mini wind turbines that are cheap, efficient and bring energy to urban areas and remote locations. More

TEPCO sends 3D printed RC robot to investigate damage in Fukushima Unit 3 Reactor

Dec.6, 2015 - The Tokyo Electric Power Company recently dispatched a smartphone-carrying robot encased by a 3D printed shell to capture images and data from the Unit 3 Reactor, which was destroyed during the Fukushima Nuclear Disaster in 2011. More

Robotic Sea Lion flipper 3D printed to uncover the mystery behind a very peculiar swimming style

Dec.6, 2015 - Sea Lions have a very unique swimming technique that gives them the ability to move quickly through the water without causing much disruption. A research team uses 3D printing and scanning methods to uncover how this is done. More

Nervous Systems working with New Balance to perfect 3D printed running shoe midsole

Dec.6, 2015 - Somerville, Massachusetts based design studio Nervous Systems has just announced a partnership with the footwear giant New Balance in which the studio will help to perfect a 3D printed midsole. More

Get your pooch back on its paws with this 3D printed dog wheelchair

Dec.6, 2015 - Dog owners everywhere can now make their own 3D printed dog wheelchair, thanks to a Thingiverse project published by Rickee, a Toronto based digital media artist. The 'FiGo' 3D printable dog wheelchair can be downloaded for free and adjusted to fit mutts of all sizes. More

Face-controlled, 3D printed device gives more independence to people in wheelchairs

Dec.5, 2015 - Limbitless Solutions, a non-profit organization founded by students at the University of Central Florida, has developed a 3D printed device which allows wheelchairs users to move their chairs with simple facial movements. More

Russian students 3D print human-controlled robotic hand for ISS repairs

Dec.5, 2015 - Russian students from the Tomsk Polytechnic University have developed a 3D printed 'manipulator' hand that is controlled by a sensor glove, worn by a human. The hand will allow astronauts to perform repairs or other technical operations on the ISS, without ever having to leave the station. More

Maker brings space exploration to your desktop with cool 3D printable Canadarm model

Dec.5, 2015 - Instructables' own Jon-a-Tron is quickly building on a reputation as a designer of high detailed replicas of actual spacecraft, and has just added another in the form of a gorgeous model of the multifunctional Canadarm robot arm actually used by NASA. More

Jay Leno takes Local Motors' 3D printed car for a spin on national TV

Dec.4, 2015 - Celebrated late night host and automotive enthusiast Jay Leno recently featured Local Motors on his primetime tv series, Jay Leno's Garage, and even took the 3D printed Strati car out for a test drive. More

78 year old Taiwanese oral cancer patient saved with help of 3D printing

Dec.4, 2015 - While oral cancer patients either die young or see a large portion of their jaw being replaced by an ill-fitting implant, a 78 year old patient for Taiwan has successfully undergone a procedure in which a perfect replica made with 3D printing technology was used. More

Largescale adoption of metal 3D printing by US military could take >10 years, experts say

Dec.4, 2015 - While we've seen many promising reports of national military branches experimenting and even using 3D printed parts on ships and planes, a new report by the National Defense Magazine argues that largescale adoption by the US can take more than ten years before being realized. More

Cokreeate takes center stage with 3D printed celebrity figurines

Dec.3, 2015 - CoKreeate, a California-based 3D printing studio that offers a bespoke 3D scanning and printing service, has garnered a reputation for its miniature 3D printed celebrities, including Larry King, Christina Milian, and comic book legend Stan Lee. More

Livermore researchers 3D print 'living' blood vessels to recreate human systems on a chip

Dec.3, 2015 - Researchers from the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory have used 3D bioprinting to create self-assembling blood vessel systems that more effectively reproduce human physiology outside of the body. The researchers are today hosting a public forum on Reddit to field questions and shed some light on their research. More

How to build a cool 3D printed line follower robot

Dec.3, 2015 - An Instructables user named [newtonis] has published a guide for building a cool 3D printed line follower robot. The machine, which measures roughly 12x20cm, has already been put to the test in line following competitions. More

Singaporean students take to the skies with Snowstorm the personal flying machine

Dec.3, 2015 - Wanting to soar through the skies as free as a bird, a team of Singaporean students have built the snowstorm: an all-electric personal flying machine partially made with 3D printed parts, that is capable of flying for up to five minutes at a time. More

Project Seafood and how 3D printing can help produce a sustainable future

Dec.3, 2015 - Two tech-savvy Swiss surfers start Project Seafood in an effort to promote a sustainable lifestyle by recycling washed up beach plastic and repurposing the waste with a 3D Printer. More

Designer Laura Papp unveils 3D printed concept shoes which turn from heels to flats

Dec.2, 2015 - Fashion designer Laura Papp has designed a unique collection of 3D printed concept shoes. The four 'HEEL2' designs transform themselves from heels to flats with a short series of slides or a twists. More

Optomec backed by GE and Autodesk to advance 3D printed electronics

Dec.2, 2015 - Additive manufacturing firm Optomec today announced that GE Ventures and Autodesk have collectively invested $6 million in the company with the goal of furthering developing in areas such as 3D printed sensors, 3D printed electronics and 3D printed metal. More

3D scanning and printing could help Nairo Quintana win Tour de France

Dec.2, 2015 - Cycle clothing brand Endura have recently started using 3D scanning and printing technologies to enhance their designs for Movistar cycling team's outfits. More

Voodoo Manufacturing teams with e-NABLE to provide 150 3D printed hands to those in need

Dec.2, 2015 - 3D printing firm Voodoo Manufacturing has teamed up with prosthesis provider e-NABLE to provide 3D printed prosthetic hands to children in need. Voodoo's donation of 150 hands currently stands as the largest donation received by the nonprofit organization. More

ESA releases most detailed 3D shape model of Rosetta Comet + free 3D print files

Dec.2, 2015 - The European Space Agency has just released a brand new 3D shape model that reveals the Rosetta Comet in unprecedented detail, and has made the 3D shape model available in a variety of 3D printable file formats under a creative commons license. More

MeshPoint 3D printed WiFi hotspot brings Internet to refugees and crisis areas

Dec.2, 2015 - A Croatian startup has developed an open-source, 3D printable Internet hotspot called MeshPoint that is built to withstand even the most extreme weather conditions while providing rapid and reliable Internet connectivity to those who need it most'namely, refugees and emergency services staff in Croatia and other crisis areas across the world. More

Dolphin researchers create first 3D print of human figure as seen by dolphins

Dec.2, 2015 - As dolphin hearing is so good they can determine the shape of objects and people from echoes, a team of Miami-based researchers decided to capture those echoes and turn them into 3D printable images. The result is a human figure as seen by dolphins. More

Canadian college 3D prints replica of 6,000-year-old ancient Japanese vase

Dec.2, 2015 - Mohawk College's Additive Manufacturing Resource Center has recently unveiled a 3D printed replica of an ancient Japanese Jomon vase. The vase, which Koyanagi noticed was missing a piece, dates back to 4,000 BCE and is from the Japanese Neolithic period also known as the Jomon period. More

Aerojet Rocketdyne completes first 3D printed parts for Orion spacecraft

Dec.2, 2015 - Aerojet Rocketdyne has completed twelve 3D printed nozzle extensions for use aboard NASA's Orion spacecraft. The twelve 3D printed parts are the first parts for Orion made through additive manufacturing, and were completed in just three weeks' time. More

Gartner: 10% of people in the developed world will be living with 3D printed items by 2019

Dec.2, 2015 - While the exact course of the 3D printing revolution can be difficult to predict, market study specialists Gartner predict that 3D printing is heading towards a very bright future, expecting that up to 10% of people in the developed world will be in contact with 3D printed objects by 2019. More

UNYQ launches collection of 3D printed prosthetic upper limb covers

Dec.2, 2015 - Prosthetic limb cover company UNYQ has recently launched a new collection of stylish 3D printed prosthetic covers, this time for upper arm prostheses. More

AIRBUS A320 saves weight with 3D printed bionic partition, made from high strength scalmalloy metal alloy

Dec.2, 2015 - Using a new super strong, yet lightweight metal alloy called scalmalloy, Airbus and Autodesk have 3D printed a biologically-inspired cabin partition for the A320 that features a very sturdy design and is up to 55 pounds lighter than currently used parts. More

3D print your own snowflakes using Snowflake Machine

Dec.2, 2015 - Thingiverse user Laura Taalman has created the Snowflake Machine through an algorithm and interface that allow for users to easily generate unique 3D snowflake designs. More

3D Printing Artist Joshua Harker Dazzles with his new Taurus Geodesica Sculpture

Dec.2, 2015 - After successfully Kickstarting three 3D Printed Art projects, artist Joshua Harker continues his efforts of turning 3D creativity into real-world art. This time in the form of a 16 foot geodesic sculpture using 2D image projection mapping. More

CT and 3D printing aid surgical separation of conjoined twins in Houston hospital

Dec.2, 2015 - As conjoined twin separation surgeries are particularly difficult because organs and blood vessels tend to be fused together, surgeons in the Texas Children's Hospital in Houston have used 3D printed surgical models to successfully separate 10 month old twins Knatalye Hope and Adeline Faith Mata. More

Star Wars TIE fighter toy hacked into actual flying drone with 3D printed parts

Dec.1, 2015 - A mysterious Star Wars superfan has converted a standard TIE Fighter toy from Hasbro into an actual flying drone by installing a quadcopter motor attached to 3D printed mounts. More

Fully 3D printable OpenRC F1 Race Car now available as free download

Dec.1, 2015 - Daniel Nor'e has released the free files for a fully 3D printable Formula One race car as part of his OpenRC Project. Having learned a few lessons from his previous models, the F1 race car was completely redesigned to focus on simplicity for 3D print enthusiasts of all skill levels. More

Canadian fan 3D prints a fantastic Fallout Mini Nuke

Dec.1, 2015 - As a tribute to the Fallout franchise whose latest release is exploding all over the web, Canadian makers from Redicubricks have just shared a fantastic and highly detailed 3D printed cross section of a nuclear bomb. More

Babines reinvents lollipop with 3D printing and artisanal design for the modern age

Dec.1, 2015 - French startup Babines wants you to completely re-think your conception of lollipops. It offers personalized lollipop designs for brands created with 3D printed molds and hand-poured by a master confectioner. More

3D printing a big part in helping the Guitar Triller reach its campaign goal

Dec.1, 2015 - A recently funded Kickstarter is introducing the world to a product they call the Guitar Triller. The Triller is a guitar accessory designed to give the guitarist another way to play beyond doing so with their fingers, picks, slides and the like. More

3D printed PETIT En SUITE portable potty lets toddlers go in private, anywhere

Nov.30, 2015 - A 37-year-old woman from Dalton, Great Britain has invented a 3D printed pop-up potty tent after noting her son's reluctance to go to the toilet in public. The 3D printed bowl is surrounded by a foldable pop up tent, which acts as a miniature Port-a-Potty for shy children. More

Dubai bets on 3D printing to help become most sustainable city in the world

Nov.30, 2015 - The city of Dubai has has just revealed its Clean Energy Strategy 2050, an ambitious plan to become the most sustainable city in the world by 2050. The strategy includes using 3D printing technology to construct a new Innovation Center, among other key steps. More

Open Bionics designs 3D printed Star Wars prosthetic arm for charity fashion collection

Nov.30, 2015 - Open Bionics has designed a 3D printed, Star Wars themed prosthetic arm. The fully functional 3D printed prosthesis was part of 'Fashion Finds the Force', a Star Wars themed fashion collection whose 20 pieces will be auctioned off for charity. More

This 'cyberpunk' 3D printed chorded keyboard covers A-Z in just seven keys

Nov.30, 2015 - 24 Hour Engineer has released an Instructables guide for building a fully functional, 3D printed chorded keyboard. The 3D printed device, initially designed as a Halloween costume prop, is Arduino powered and features Bluetooth connectivity. More

Vi glass dome with 3D printed synth modules lets deaf children see and touch sound

Nov.30, 2015 - A UK-based product designer and DJ has designed and developed a unique glass dome with LEGO-like 3D printed synthesizer modules that transforms sound into visual and haptic feedback. The product, called Vi, gives deaf or hearing-impaired children the chance to experience music differently, by seeing and even 'touching' sounds that they control. More

Lidewij van Twillert develops perfect fit Mesh Lingerie bras with body scans and 3D printing

Nov.30, 2015 - Called the Mesh Lingerie bra and designed by Lidewij van Twillert, this concept relies on body scans and 3D printing to make perfectly fitting and stylish bras for women everywhere. More

3D printed Beest hand cranked power generator is capable of generating 30 watts of power

Nov.30, 2015 - In an effort to save a little on electricity bills, Norwegian designer Even Erichsen has recently built a truly spectacular 3D printed generator. Called the Beest, this hand cranked machine can generate 30 watts ' not enough to boil water, but plenty to power some lights. More

What are the legal aspects of 3D printing? A European law firm weighs in.

Nov.30, 2015 - Dutch law firm De Clercq Advocaten Notarissen has just issued a brief yet educational white paper that discusses the legal aspects of intellectual property law, copyright law, product liability, and more, all within the new reality of 3D printing. More

3D printed 'Drinkable Book' turns dirty water clean for millions

Nov.29, 2015 - With more than 3 billion people dying of water-related disease each year, Charity Water is Life has come up with a fantastic innovation: The Drinkable Book, featuring pages that act as a bacteria-killing water purifiers, all kept in a 3D printed container that doubles as a filter holder. More

Branch Technology's 3D printed movable panel system mimics topology of Southern Tennessee

Nov.29, 2015 - Branch Technology has built a 100 square foot 3D printed movable panel system, whose surface imitates the topology of Southern Tennessee. Shawn Thorne, the company's materials science expert, has written a blog post detailing the ideas behind the 3D printed creation. More

Bring a Star Wars style Christmas into your home with this 3D printed BB-8 tree ornament

Nov.29, 2015 - With thanksgiving over, it's time to prepare for the next major festive occasion: the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. But as Christmas follows a week after the movie release, you can now combine the two with this very cool 3D printable BB-8 droid tree ornament by Martin Hajek. More

GM builds special $30 million wind tunnel for testing smaller partially 3D printed vehicles

Nov.29, 2015 - With the purpose of optimizing car aerodynamics and fuel efficiency, General Motors has invested $30 million in a small scale wind tunnel facility, in which partially 3D printed scale model vehicles will be tested and studied. More

Bouroullec Brothers incorporate 3D printing into their recent project 17 Screens

Nov.29, 2015 - Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec's exhibition 17 Screens, which includes 3D printed elements, will be on until March 2016 at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. The partitions or screens are made from a variety of materials, effectively combining more traditional craft materials such as ceramics, aluminium, glass, wood, and textile, with 3D printed plastic materials. More

New 3D printed, energy absorbing material could help make football helmets safer

Nov.28, 2015 - Researchers at Purdue University have teamed up with General Motors to develop a new kind of 3D printed, energy absorbing material. The material could have a range of applications, from earthquake engineering to safer football helmets. More

Now you can make your own DIY Remote Controlled 3D Printed Rover

Nov.28, 2015 - DIY Remote Controlled 3D Printed Rover Now on Instructables'for anybody to make. Instructables user dgrermain1 shared his Makecourse project with the world and I really recommend checking it out. More

LucidCam: A Crowd-sourced 3D VR Camera that allows you to share your experiences like Never Before

Nov.28, 2015 - LucidCam: A Crowd-sourced 3D VR Camera that allows you to share your experiences via portable stereographic cameras is currently funding on Indiegogo. More

ReitlingerEngineering uses 3D printer to reduce costs of labeling machine

Nov.27, 2015 - Design engineering firm ReitlingerEngineering has reduced the development costs for one of its labeling machines by using a German RepRap 3D printer to produce special 3D printed clamps. The precisely measured 3D printed clamps are designed to hold a product in place for labeling. More

Build a 3D printed enclosure for the $5 Raspberry Pi Zero

Nov.27, 2015 - Adafruit's latest Layer by Layer tutorial shows makers how to design a 3D printed enclosure for the new Raspberry Pi Zero, due to hit stores in a few weeks. The 3D printed enclosure is fully customizable and therefore suitable for a range of projects. More

Artist Joaquin Baldwin combines math and organics in beautiful 3D printed air planters

Nov.27, 2015 - Artist, animator, award-winning filmmaker and 3D designer Joaquin Baldwin has just released two complete series of 3D printed floating planters, the Bulophyllum Series and Radiolaria Series, that are part mathematics, part organic structures, and entirely works of art. More

Aoyama Optical France launches We DDD 3D printed eyewear collection

Nov.27, 2015 - French optical company Aoyama has just announced their first collection of entirely 3D printed eyewear, We DDD, which uses clean SLS 3D printing technology to manufacture stylish, high-quality and customizable frames. More

Man suffering from motor neurone disease receives $196K prize for 3D printed wheelchair invention

Nov.27, 2015 - Patrick Joyce, who suffers from motor neurone disease, has received a $196,000 prize from Hackaday after inventing a unique 3D printed mobility device. The Eyedrivomatic technology, developed in collaboration with Steve Evans and David Hopkinson, facilitates unprecedented eye-controlled wheelchair movement. More

Attempt to build world's biggest 3D printed Rubik's Cube ends in disaster on livestream

Nov.26, 2015 - Though a very impressive attempt and a garguantan and complex 3D printing endeavor, the gigantic 22 x 22 Rubik's Cube puzzle by CorenPuzzle unfortunately ended in entertaining disaster on a livestream earlier this week. More

South Korean air force incorporates 3D printed metal parts into fighter jet engines

Nov.26, 2015 - While the South Korean military has already adopted 3D printing to manufacture a few components, new reports reveal that several active F-15k fighter jets have already been repaired with 3D printed engine turbine parts this year as cost saving measures. More

Lilly the goat given chance at normal life with 3D printed wheelchair

Nov.26, 2015 - As part of a heartwarming and very educational project for a class of high school students from the William Byrd High School in Roanoke County, Virginia, Lilly the two legged goat is given a chance at a normal, unassisted life with a custom made 3D printed wheelchair. More

This is an open call to design your own 3D printed tower to be exhibited in New York

Nov.26, 2015 - Wide Open Arts, in collaboration with 3D printing studio Voodoo Manufacturing, will be exhibiting a city of user-designed 3D printed towers at the Outsider Art Fair. Designers can submit their designs from now until December 15th. More

REshape improves doctor-patient communication with 3D printed medical models

Nov.25, 2015 - Researchers at the Radmoud UMC Hospital in The Netherlands have developed the REshape program to help doctors and patients communicate through the use of 3D printed anatomical models, made on an Ultimaker 3D printer. More

NASA awards Aerojet $1.6B contract to 3D print improved RS-25 rocket engines

Nov.25, 2015 - NASA and Aerojet Rocketdyne have put pen to paper on a nine year contract to re-start production of the RS-25 engine for NASA's Space Launch System (SLS). 3D printing technology will be used to reduce the total part count of the rocket engine. More

Rebecca Minkoff and Normal produce exclusive 3D printed 14K rose gold earphones

Nov.25, 2015 - New York-based fashion designer Rebecca Minkoff has teamed up with high-end earphone manufacturer Normal to produce a limited run of custom-fit 3D printed earphones cast in 14K rose gold. Customers can get fitted for the 3D printed accessories at a handful of U.S. stores. More

Aruban students custom 3D print an e-NABLE prosthetic for Zizi, a girl with missing fingers

Nov.25, 2015 - Aruban students custom 3D print an e-NABLE prosthetic for Zizi, a girl with missing fingers on her right hand. The prosthetic was 3D printed using a Makerbot Replicator 2 3D printer. More

MolToys turns a series of 3D printed amino acid beads into scientific jewelry

Nov.25, 2015 - Molecular model company MolToys has designed a series of 3D printed amino acid beads that can be turned into jewelry. olToys was founded in 2008 by Jon Huntoon and Graham Johnson, who both sought to engage students in the sciences by effectively creating a more hands on, practical approach to learning about molecules. More

Screen Mutations: a 3D printed tableware set perfect for a virtual tea party

Nov.25, 2015 - Designer Louisa Zahareas has created a tableware set that only appears normal through the perspective of her webcam for her project Screen Mutations. The collection consists of a percolator, which in person appears sliced in half, a slanted teacup, a melted looking cereal bowl, and a teapot which has two lids and two spouts. More

ISS astronauts can now smell their espresso thanks to 3D printed cups

Nov.25, 2015 - While astronauts usually drink liquids from airtight containers to avoid filling the ISS with hot coffee, a new set of 3D printed open-topped cups take advantage of liquid dynamics to enable astronauts to drink and smell their coffee like they would on earth. More

Polymaker conquers animatronics world with cool 3D printed eye mechanism project

Nov.25, 2015 - With a fun new Eye Mechanism project, 3D printer filament expert Polymaker proves that even detailed and functional animatronic robots are not beyond our reach, with just the help of off-the-shelf parts and optimal use of a variety of filaments. More

Watch a 6'5 tall rocket with 3D printed nose cone launch 1,200 feet into the air

Nov.25, 2015 - Makers Jake Veilleux and Mark Fuller created a 6.5' tall rocket with a 16' tall 3D printed nose cone that they were able to successfully launch roughly 1,200 feet (365 meters) into the air, using little more than standard mailing tubes, plywood, a G40-7 rocket engine, and three 3D printed parts for the nose. More

India's pediatric surgeons turn to 3D printing for complex cardiac operations

Nov.24, 2015 - Mumbai-based 3D printing company Sahas Softech LLP's healthcare branch OCTE Technologies Pvt. Ltd. has been assisting hospitals in complicated surgical cases where 3D printing could provide much needed help, including in the case of a two-month-old boy born with a severe heart defect. More

Make a beautiful Tiffany-style candle holder using a 3Doodler 3D printing pen

Nov.24, 2015 - 3D printing pen manufacturer 3Doodler has released a cool tutorial which shows makers how to build a 3D printed Tiffany-style candle holder using only their famous 3D printing pen and a few other regular household items. More

Artist Rosalie Yu explores human intimacy through 3D scanning and 3D printing

Nov.24, 2015 - Embrace in Progress is New York-based artist Rosalie Yu's most recent project which uses 3D scanning and 3D printing techniques to explore and represent the movement and temporal elements of human intimacy through an embrace. More

Elevate your cup of joe with this 3D printed six-flask cold coffee brewer

Nov.24, 2015 - Jonathan Odom of the Instructables Design Studio has created a beautifully crafted, radial, six-flask cold coffee brewer, made from 39 different 3D printed parts. The machine can brew up to six different types of coffee beans at a time, and will surely perk up users in more way than one. More

Stratasys 3D printed vascular model assists life-saving brain aneurysm surgery

Nov.24, 2015 - An exact 3D printed replica of a patient's vascular system helped surgeons in New York plan and execute a complicated, life-threatening brain aneurysm surgery. The model was 3D printed using Stratasys PolyJet 3D Printing Solutions. More

3D printed plastic car jack revealed by Fouche 3D Printing

Nov.24, 2015 - To coincide with the launch of the Cheetah 2 3D printer, South African 3D printing developer Fouche 3D printing has created the first 3D printed plastic car jack capable of lifting an actual car off the ground. More

Fantastic Lego-compatible 3D printable meeperBOTS smart toy on wheels now on Kickstarter

Nov.24, 2015 - Featuring a 3D printable and fully customizable body, meeperBOTS are fantastic smart toys on wheels that can take any Lego project to the next level while also teaching your kids a thing or two. More

Want a 3D printed model of your house? Check out Spotscale's Life of Spotnik 3D printing campaign

Nov.24, 2015 - With the fun Spotnik 3D printing competition, Swedish engineers Spotscale are seeking to raise positive awareness about drone technology. To do so, they will visit the campaign winners and scan their homes or cool locations with a drone and make a 3D printed replica while you wait. More

Save money and the planet with Koguma: a piggybank made with 3D printing

Nov.24, 2015 - Koguma is an innovative and ethically-made piggybank and augmented reality app that teaches kids to save more than just money, it teaches them to save the planet. Designed with 3D printing, the Koguma is a beautifully and responsibly crafted product that can be appreciated by users of all ages. More

Archinaut: NASA selects Made in Space to 3D print large structures in space

Nov.24, 2015 - For the development of an autonomous and space-bound 3D printing/assembly factory program called Archinaut, NASA has tapped in-space 3D printing experts Made In Space, who will be working alongside Northrop Grumman and Oceaneering Space Systems. More

World's first fully 3D printed revolver can fire up to 8 bullets between reloads

Nov.24, 2015 - While most 3D guns seen before either featured a lot of non-printed parts or were easily damaged with every shot, mechanical engineering student James Patrick has just shared 3D printable designs for an almost fully 3D printed revolver that has been successfully fired repeatedly. More

Multistation presents Biocerawax, new bioceramics 3D printing process

Nov.23, 2015 - French additive manufacturing firm Multistation has unveiled Biocerawax, a new manufacturing process for bioceramics which can be used for the precise 3D printing of a wide range of custom architectures. More

GUTS Labs gets ahead of the curve with 3D printed curved LEGO bricks

Nov.23, 2015 - Montreal, Canada based GUTS Labs has developed a set of 3D printed prototypes for their special curved LEGO bricks, which allow keen builders to experiment with entirely new structures. The company has launched a Kickstarter campaign to get the project off the ground. More

Johnson & Johnson recruits UNF students to develop 3D printed materials for biomedicine and implants

Nov.23, 2015 - Healthcare company Johnson & Johnson has provided a set of 3D printers for the University of North Florida to encourage students to undertake research in 3D printing technology. The seven new machines signaled the opening of the university's new 3D printing lab. More

Paleobiologist creates 3D printed replica of 170-million-year-old mammal jaw fossil

Nov.23, 2015 - Dr. Roger Close from the University of Oxford has used 3D scanning and 3D printing techniques to create scaled-up 3D prints of a 170-million-year-old fossilized mammal jaw, which have been used for close inspection and easy sharing of the ancient specimen. More

Thomas Palm releases new 'No Screw' 3D printable wheels for OpenR/C Formula 1 Racecar

Nov.23, 2015 - A member of Daniel Nor'e's OpenR/C Project, Thomas Palm has today released several new 3D printable files for three different open source remote control car projects, including a set of tires for the highly anticipated 3D printable Formula 1 racecar. More

3Ders Monday Warm-Up: Top Twelve 3D Printed Watches and Clocks

Nov.23, 2015 - Time flies when you're 3D printing, so this week we've rounded up some of the top designs for 3D printed watches and clocks. They will at the very least make excellent conversation starters, whether displayed in your office, home, or on your very wrist. More

Uvero 3D printed earbuds by MIT-spawned Lantos are made to fit your ear perfectly

Nov.23, 2015 - Called Uverno earbuds and developed through MIT technology by Lantos Technologies, these earphones are made with 3D scanning and 3D printing technology to ensure a perfect fit each time. More

Artist Erica Gray uses 3Doodler 3D printing pen to create amazing wearable art

Nov.23, 2015 - Queensland, Australia based artist Erica Gray has used the 3Doodler 3D printed pen to create amazing and unique wearable art pieces featured in the World of WearableArt Show. More

Fantastic Leonardo da Vinci board game with 3D printed figures huge hit on Kickstarter

Nov.23, 2015 - Featuring gorgeous 3D printed game pieces, inspiring artwork and challenging gameplay, the board game Leonardo | The Game of Art and Death | Plague Edition seems to have it all and is already a huge hit on Kickstarter. More

NSW citizens face jail for possessing blueprints for 3D printable guns

Nov.23, 2015 - Through an amendment to existing gun legislation, the government of New South Wales in Australia has made it illegal to even own a digital copy of blueprints for a 3D printed gun. Owning a 3D printed gun was already illegal, but owners of just the schematics can now go to jail for up to 14 years. More

Build your own functional 3D printed robot with this easy Instructables guide

Nov.23, 2015 - An experienced software engineer and part-time maker named J.R. B'dard has built a pair of 3D printed robots, one animated and one stationary, sharing the build procedure on Instructables. More

Colombia's first 3D printed guitar is tribute to national culture

Nov.22, 2015 - Inspired by Olaf Deigel's 3D printed Americana guitar, maker Javier Mu'oz has created Colombia's first 3D printed guitar, inspired by the nation's rich history, culture, and the great Randy Rhoads. More

Latex Pixels: Interactive 3D printed wall packed with 37 individually moving modules

Nov.22, 2015 - Called the Latex Pixels project, New York-based designers Seiya Kobayashi and David Tracy have ventured into the fascinating concept of living architecture with a 3D printed wall packed with 37 individually moving modules. More

Drzach & Suchy uses 3D printed grates for cool shadow haiku art

Nov.21, 2015 - Creative collective Drzach & Suchy has unveiled its latest project: 3D printed shadow haikus. The Swiss artists have created a set of 3D printed mesh boards, which, when placed on water, spell out the words to a famous haiku in the shadows below. More

Full Circle Textiles uses shopping bag made from recycled filament to remind us of 3D printing's impact on our oceans

Nov.21, 2015 - Australian based initiative Full Circle Textiles has designed a shopping bag made from recycled filament to remind consumers of the impact of their choices and to educate them on impact 3D printing practices have on our oceans. More

Behnaz Farahi's details how to create dynamic 3D printed wearables using SMA actuators

Nov.21, 2015 - If you’ve been wracking your brain to figure out how artist Behnaz Farahi designed her recent 3D printed wearables project “Caress the Gaze,” you’ll be excited to hear that she has released an Instructables detailing how she created the piece using SMA actuators. More

GUTS Labs gets ahead of the curve with 3D printed curved LEGO bricks

Nov.20, 2015 - Montreal, Canada based GUTS Labs has developed a set of 3D printed prototypes for their special curved LEGO bricks, which allow keen builders to experiment with entirely new structures. The company has launched a Kickstarter campaign to get the project off the ground. More

3D printed Winter Wonderland stop-motion captures the spirit of the holidays

Nov.20, 2015 - Motion graphics designer Maciej Gorski and his team at MTG Creative used 3D printing to create a cheerful and lively stop-motion animation that perfectly captures the spirit of the holidays. Everything on the Winter Wonderland set save the fake snow and trees was 3D printed on an Ultimaker 2. More

Gym teacher raising funds for 3D printed wheelchair recreation device for disabled children

Nov.20, 2015 - A New York based gym teacher is raising funds to build a 3D printed prototype of a recreational device for disabled schoolchildren. The device is intended to facilitate sport and play, and can attach to a wheelchair and other apparatus. More

5-year-old boy is first burn victim in China to receive 3D printed hand

Nov.20, 2015 - After a tragic accident two years ago that left 45 percent of his body severely burned, a five-year-old boy in China has become the first burn victim to receive a 3D printed prosthetic hand, once again letting him laugh, play and ride his bike just like any other kid. More

Children's 3D printed VR viewer the NEODiVRjr to be used as therapy in children's hospitals

Nov.20, 2015 - Mike Balzer of slo 3D Creators has developed a 3D printed Virtual Reality viewer for children that will be donated to children's hospitals throughout the US. More

Have a drink with partially 3D printed Russian Alkomat bartending machine

Nov.20, 2015 - Using a pile of recycled electronics and assorted parts, Russian hacker Strn has recently built the fantastic partially 3D printed Alkomat bartending machine, capable of making up to four different beverage in an instant. More

RMIT and Anatomics join forces to produce Australia's first 3D printed spine implant

Nov.20, 2015 - Researchers at RMIT University have joined forces with medical device specialist Anatomics to produce a 3D printed vertebral cage for a patient with severe back pain. The medical device is Australia's first 3D printed spine implant. More

ITC cannot police 3D printing data transmission in ClearCorrect case

Nov.19, 2015 - The Federal Circuit has recently ruled that the International Trade Commission cannot police 3D printing or other digital data being transmitted from outside the US, a decision that could significantly impact American IP holders and international 3D printing industries. More

BMW celebrates 25 years of additive manufacturing, outlines future 3D printing projects

Nov.19, 2015 - German automobile company BMW is celebrating 25 years of additive manufacturing. The car giant first introduced 3D printing technology to its Rapid Technologies Center in 1990, before building its first 3D printed prototype parts on a stereolithography machine in 1991. More

Eat your face as a cookie with these 3D printed customized cookie cutters

Nov.19, 2015 - Hungary based Copypastry is offering a service that turns your face into a personalized 3D printed cookie cutter! Kriszti Bozzai, the owner of Copypastry and the name behind the custom selfie cookies, is making and selling cookies cutters that can look just like you on her Etsy page. More

New Balance's 3D printed shoes to arrive by April 2016

Nov.19, 2015 - New Balance today announced their newest running shoe model that includes the company's first 3D printed midsole. Hoping to beat competitors Nike and Adidas to the finish line, their first consumer-oriented 3D printed shoe will be available as early as April 2016. More

Ban on 3D printable gun schematics among French security suggestions in wake of Paris attack

Nov.19, 2015 - In the wake of the dreadful jihadist attacks on Paris last week France will reportedly present a series of security suggestions to a meeting of EU interior ministers on Friday. Among the suggestions is to make ownership of 3D printable gun schematics illegal. More

Formlabs takes 3D printing to the streets with quality GoPro skateboard mount

Nov.19, 2015 - With the help of Formlab's high quality Tough Resin material, avid skater and Formlabs videographer Josh Foisey has created a 3D printable GoPro skateboard mount that is tough enough to withstand the pressures of use and brings a unique view at skateboarding action. More

Nervous System presents limited edition Hyphae lamps you can 3D print at home

Nov.19, 2015 - As part of their new Nervous Labs workshop, design studio Nervous System has released their first line of products that can be 3D printed on desktop printers. The Hyphae-designed Calyx and Bromeliad lamps can be purchased as 3D printable files or finished products, but only until December 15th. More

Micronesian boy given chance at normal life with 3D printed nose

Nov.19, 2015 - The fourteen year old Dalan Jennet from the Marshall Islands in the Pacific has been given a new lease on life by surgeons from the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mt. Sinai, who implanted a 3D bioprinted functional nose after Dalan lost his own in a terrible accident. More

Cameraman Jaymis Loveday shares trade secrets with 3D printed follow-focus gears

Nov.19, 2015 - Sharing designs for a wide range of 3D printable follow-focus gears, cameraman Jaymis Loveday is helping hobbyists everywhere to get higher quality camera results without spending thousands on equipment. More

Oregon's Metal Technology and NASA collaborate to 3D print alloy rocket parts

Nov.19, 2015 - Metal Technology, an Albany, Oregon based custom manufacturing firm, has announced that it is working with the NASA Johnson Space Centre to develop 3D printed rocket engine components out of durable Inconel 718 alloy. More

NOWlab T 1000 3D printed stool inspired by nature, algorithms and Terminator

Nov.18, 2015 - NOWlab, the design company responsible for the 3D printed glacier stool, has unveiled their most recent design: a stool made from a 3D printed algorithmic method that combines digital manufacturing with traditional manufacturing techniques. More

Versoteq displays 3D printed tactile maps at Slush 2015

Nov.18, 2015 - Finnish 3D printing firm Versoteq has completed a pilot 3D printed map project in collaboration with Slush 2015, in which the additive experts 3D printed a set of tactile maps to help Slush attendees navigate the huge tech startup event. More

Love is the Answer: 3D printed sound wave pendant represents uplifting message for humanity

Nov.18, 2015 - French artist and voice sculptor Gilles Azzaro has created a piece of 3D printed jewelry based off the 3D layout of the stereophonic sound waveforms for the phrase: LOVE IS THE ANSWER. The 3D printed pendant is now available for purchase on Shapeways. More

Artist Doctor Octoroc is 3D printing the city of Philadelphia, block by block

Nov.18, 2015 - Philadelphia based artist Doctor Octoroc has decided to 3D print his beloved city block by block in his new project called 3D Printedelphia. The project, appropriately called 3D Printedelphia, seemed to be the natural next step for Octoroc who had previously built a miniature model of Philadelphia out of Lego pieces. More

3D print your Halo 5 Spartan through Sandboxr as of this Friday

Nov.18, 2015 - As of this Friday, fans of Halo 5: Guardians will be able to customize and order 3D printed models of their in-game Spartans directly through the Halo Waypoint website thanks to Sandboxr's 3D printing services. More

The City of Lights will shine brighter with LeFabShop's 3D printed Paris Lamp

Nov.18, 2015 - Paris based 3D printing startup LeFabShop have released the files for their 3D printed Paris Lamp to stand in solidarity with their city in light of the recent attacks. More

Opel adopts 3D printing to slash assembly tool production costs by 90 percent

Nov.18, 2015 - While the automobile industry is increasingly adopting 3D printing as a prototyping tool, German car giants Opel is already using 3D printed assembly tools on the factory floor. 3D printed using Stratasys technology, they are saving up to 90 percent in assembly tool production costs already. More

ABB and Materialise showcase groundbreaking 3D printed robotic grippers 'YuMi'

Nov.18, 2015 - With the help of the little-used TPU 92A-1 plastic, ABB and Materialise were able to design and 3D print functional, easily customizable and flexible robotic grippers that can be used for any purpose ' from delicate pieces of fruit to costly electronic components. More

Bio-inspired 3D printed Row-Bot cleans water surface as it 'eats' water bacteria

Nov.18, 2015 - Researchers at the University of Bristol have created a 3D printed robot that can 'row' along the surface of lakes or ponds, consuming microbes as it goes. As an autonomous artificial organism, this row-bot has potential to be used in environmental monitoring and water clean-up systems. More

Amazing SUPERLOCAL hairdryer is made entirely out of local materials, thanks to 3D printing

Nov.18, 2015 - With his SuperLocal project, Andrea de Chirico calls on all of us to make production sustainable with the help of locally produced and recycled materials. With the help of 3D printing, junk can be turned into the most amazing products, he says. More

Batter Up! World's first 3D printed smartBAT launches on Kickstarter

Nov.17, 2015 - Rip-It Sports has launched a Kickstarter campaign for the smartBAT, a partially 3D printed bat that can measure swing speed, and compile contact analytics. More

Ascent Aerosystems receives Proto Labs Cool Idea! Award for formerly 3D printed Sprite drone

Nov.17, 2015 - Arizona based Ascent Aerosystems has been presented with this year's Proto Labs Cool Idea! Award for its Sprite drone, a compact and rugged aircraft built with 3D printed prototype parts which will soon be taken into production thanks to a successful Kickstarter campaign. More

Firefighter Patrick Hardison receives world’s most extensive face transplant thanks to 3D printed guides

Nov.17, 2015 - A volunteer firefighter from Mississippi whose face was burned off has received a full face transplant. With the aid of 3D printed surgical models, a team of 150 medical professionals were able to pull of what has been described as the most extensive face transplant ever. More

Michigan Tech and Eric Friesen help bring RepRap open source 3D printing to Nicaragua

Nov.17, 2015 - Noticing the number of children in Nicaragua who lacked assistive devices, Eric Friesen teamed up with Michigan Tech professor Joshua Pearce and student Jill Poliskey to create an open-source RepRap 3D printer that uses accessible materials as filament to bring the benefits of 3D printing to developing countries. More

Chinese surgical first as 3D printed model used for successful liver transplant in ten yr old boy

Nov.17, 2015 - For the first time in China's history, a 3D printed model assisted in a high-risk liver transplant surgery between a mother (the donor) and her 10-year-old son. More than two weeks later, both patients are recovering very well. More

Simone Fontana 3D prints 1.3 meter-long, light-up Fiora Sword from League of Legends

Nov.17, 2015 - 3D designer Simone Fontana has created a 1.3 meter-long 3D printed replica of Fiora's sword from the online battle game League of Legends, completed with a simple LED light strip to bring the duel-worthy prop to life. More

'The Next Big Thing: From 3D Printing to Mining the Moon' -- interview with Futurist Christopher Barnatt

Nov.17, 2015 - Futurist Christopher Barnatt is the author of two 3D printing books, and is well known in the 3D printing community. His latest book -- 'The Next Big Thing: From 3D Printing to Mining the Moon' -- covers far more than additive manufacturing. More

Introducing HU-GO, an accessible and affordable 3D printed wheelchair

Nov.17, 2015 - Australian based maker Hugo Riveros has designed a 3D printed wheelchair in the hopes that it will one day become accessible to anyone with a disability. More

Naked Prosthetics unveils 3D printed MCPDriver prosthesis for finger amputees

Nov.16, 2015 - Washington-based Naked Prosthetics has today unveiled the MCPDriver, its latest 3D printed prosthetic device. Built for finger amputations distal to the MCP joint (first knuckle), the MCPDriver makes use of a double-articulating linkage system for a realistic feel and supreme dexterity. More

Chinese scientists harness bacterial power in 3D printed microscopic pumps

Nov.16, 2015 - By combining basic bacterial movement with microscopic 3D printed structures, a team of Chinese scientists led by Hepeng Zhang have successfully created efficient, natural and widely applicable microscopic pumps. More

3Ders Monday Warm-Up: Ten 3D Prints to be Thankful for this Thanksgiving

Nov.16, 2015 - This week, we've rounded up some sweet Thanksgiving-themed 3D printed decorations, wearables and tabletop accessories to spruce up your weekend celebrations. More

3D printed rib cage used to assist surgery on 25-year-old man with seven destroyed ribs

Nov.16, 2015 - After a horrendous construction injury left a 25-year-old man with seven destroyed ribs, Chinese doctors from the Hunan Provincial People's Hospital developed a 3D printed rib cage model that helped them prepare the complex surgery. More

3D printing allows researchers to discover how we smell and taste our food

Nov.16, 2015 - Researchers from Penn State have discovered how exactly we are able to smell and taste our food without choking thanks to a 3D printed model of a human airway system. More

3DPhotoWorks brings art & photography to the visually impaired thru 3D Tactile Fine Art Printing

Nov.16, 2015 - 3DPhotoWorks, founded by the above mentioned photographer John Olson, hopes to give the visually impaired an opportunity to feel art & photography through 3D Tactile Fine Art Printing. More

Polymaker demonstrates professional post processing techniques with 3D printed Iron Man bust

Nov.16, 2015 - Luke Taylor of 3D printing filament company Polymaker has published an article in which he demonstrates some effective methods for joining, sanding and painting 3D printed parts, using a 3D printed Iron Man bust as an example. More

Don Foley's 3D printed antique lock

Nov.16, 2015 - While getting a key made at a local locksmith, 3D Designer Don Foley saw a display of antique locks in a cabinet. The locksmith let Don open the cabinet and take some photographs of a cool antique lock. It would be a perfect subject for a 3D print. More

3D printed Twin Blade 360 utility knife can be used as a spear, scythe and axe

Nov.16, 2015 - Mutant Design, an Australian company specialising in miniature 3D printed products, has produced a visually impressive prototype for its Twin Blade 360 utility knife and multi-tool. The 3D printed device can be used for a wide range of applications. More

The EEZYbotARM: very cool 3D printed robotic arm to learn the basics of robotics

Nov.15, 2015 - While most 3D printed robotic projects out there are needlessly complicated and packed full of parts, this EEZYbotARM by Carlo Franciscone looks fantastic, is relatively easy to build and can be easily modified with parts you have laying around. More

Stunning 3D printed marbles let you hold the universe in the palm of your hand

Nov.14, 2015 - Artist Noa P. Kaplan has created an Instructable that details how you can 3D print suspended particles in a clear marble using AutoDesk Maya and Objet Connex 500 3D printer, giving the illusion that you are holding the entire universe in the palm of your hand. More

Tumbles, adorable two-legged puppy, gets moving thanks to 3D printed wheelchair

Nov.14, 2015 - A team of makers at the Ohio University Innovation Centre has built a 3D printed wheelchair for a disabled puppy named Tumbles, who was rescued earlier this fall by Friends of the Shelter Dogs. More

Dubai has ordered 20 3D printed jetpacks for firefighters to tackle high-rise fires

Nov.13, 2015 - Dubai's civil defense force has ordered 20 partially 3D printed jetpacks from New Zealand based Martin Aircraft Company, each worth $250,000, to assist its firefighting department. More

SpaceX completes development testing of SuperDraco 3D printed Rocket Engines

Nov.13, 2015 - SpaceX has completed the development testing of its 3D printed SuperDraco rocket engines, which would play a key role in the Launch Abort System (LAS) designed to safely abort astronauts in the event of a launch failure. More

Artist Jonty Hurwitz 3D prints elephant in nanoscale to highlight huge poaching problem

Nov.13, 2015 - Using state of the art techniques from quantum physics field, artist Jonty Hurwitz has 3D printed a truly spectacular nanoscale elephant to send a powerful message. If we can make something this small, then we should be able to stop the poaching of thousands of elephants every year. More

Mad Catz unveils $30 modular R.A.T.1 gaming mouse with 3D printable palm rest

Nov.13, 2015 - Mad Catz's new R.A.T.1 performance gaming mouse for PC offers an innovative modular and unique 3D printing and personalization options. Available for pre-order today for just $30, the R.A.T.1 has received the CES 2016 Innovations Award Honoree for Outstanding Design. More

Michigan Tech 3D printer recycling plan wins $25K Ford grant

Nov.13, 2015 - With the help of a Ford research Grant, a student team from Michigan Tech will set out to make recycled No. 1 and 2 plastics 'which are often used for water bottles and toys' 3D printable. The team is intending to modify a RecycleBot to do so. More

Audi to use 3D printed metal parts in production cars

Nov.13, 2015 - German auto manufacturer Audi is planning to use geometrically complex steel and aluminium 3D printed parts as end-use pieces in their production cars. More

3D printing helps plastic surgeon to perform groundbreaking scar-free facial reconstruction

Nov.13, 2015 - A young man has had his face totally reconstructed after an altercation left his cheekbone and lower eye socket completely crushed. A 3D printed model of the patient's skull was used by plastic surgeon Daniel Borsuk to help carve a cheek implant from the patient's hip bone. More

Air Force awarded Johns Hopkins University $545K to develop 3D printed rocket engine coolers

Nov.13, 2015 - Johns Hopkins University's Whiting School of Engineering has been given over half a million dollars by the U.S. Air Force in order to produce 3D printed engine components. More

Artist Miguel Quintero 3D prints his way to a career in architecture

Nov.13, 2015 - Artist Miguel Quintero bought a ROBO 3D printer five months ago, and after teaching himself how to model with CAD, 3D printed an entire scale-model building. He now says he can add skilled 3D designer and, potentially, architect to the list. More

Star Wars superfan 3D prints a functional, full-size Dejarik Holochess Table

Nov.12, 2015 - Maker Ian Martin has created a full-size, functional Dejarik holochess table based on the game featured in Star Wars: Episode IV. The game features a 3D printed table with working electronics and handsculpted monsters. More

Student makes hockey safer with 3D printed antimicrobial hockey glove

Nov.12, 2015 - With an eye on making hockey equipment safer, industrial designer Ryan Fackelman has created an antimicrobial glove that has been 3D printed in NinjaFlex filament. Filled with antimicrobials that inhibit bacterial growth, this glove is completely safe to use while reducing the risk of infection. More

Mythic Articulations brings fabled creatures & cryptids into reality with fantastic 3D printed skeletons

Nov.12, 2015 - Brian Richardson creates incredibly detailed and realistic 3D skeletal models of fantastical creatures, beasts and cryptids for his website Mythic Articulations. We spoke with him to find out how he uses 3D printing to reach into the depths of his imagination and create what nature won't. More

Unseen Art open source platform allows visually impaired to enjoy 3D printed art

Nov.12, 2015 - Unseen Art seeks to make global art more accessible to the blind and visually impaired. Through their free, open source software, 3D artists could upload 3D models of paintings such as the Mona Lisa, which could be 3D printed and then experienced by the visually impaired around the world. More

Aortica developing life-saving aneurysm treatment with customized 3D printed models

Nov.12, 2015 - Aortica is preparing to commercialize a novel treatment for abdominal aortic aneurysms that uses patient-specific 3D scans and proprietary software to create a 3D model of the patient's unique aortic anatomy. More

Startup KiraKira uses 3D printing & jewelry design to introduce young girls to engineering

Nov.12, 2015 - Startup company KiraKira has launched a kickstarter campaign to fund its new program that utilizes a combination of jewelry design and 3D printing to introduce young girls to the technology of engineering practices. More

Iris van Herpen's astonishing 3D printed fashion arrives at the High Museum of Art

Nov.12, 2015 - Dutch fashion designer Iris van Herpen is known for using 3D printing in her designs. Just last week, Atlanta’s High Museum of Art debuted an exhibition dedicated to van Herpen’s designs called Iris van Herpen: Transforming Fashion. More

3D printed 'PlayDog' game uses Pavlovian conditioning to teach (and feed) your dog

Nov.12, 2015 - Roboplan Technologies, a Tel Aviv based 3D printing and coding firm, has unveiled PlayDog, a 3D printed training game for dogs, designed specifically for stay-at-home canines. More

Ultimaker's Olsson Block enables Sweco to quickly 3D print 280 hectare Sri Lankan building project

Nov.12, 2015 - While architectural models are usually made of cardboard by hand, major architecture firm Sweco used Ultimaker 3D printers and their Olsson Block add-on to 3D print a gigantic scale model of a 280 hectare building project in Columbo, Sri Lanka. More

Deltaprintr unveils $399 Delta Go 3D printer aimed at teachers and students

Nov.12, 2015 - New York based 3D printing firm Deltaprintr has unveiled its new and affordable Delta Go 3D printer. Aimed at teachers and students, the Delta Go succeeds the company's Deltaprintr model of 2013, subject of a successful Kickstarter campaign. More

NASA reveals latest 'Tron' inspired spacesuit with 3D printed parts for Mars-bound astronauts

Nov.11, 2015 - NASA has unveiled images of the latest Z-2 spacesuit, designed for Mars-bound astronauts. With Tron-inspired lights, 3D printed parts tailored to each astronauts bodies, as well as a range of new accessibility features. More

Minimally invasive spina bifida treatment using 3D printing wins €50K grant

Nov.11, 2015 - Researchers from Leiden University in the Netherlands and Erasmus medical centres are developing a novel, minimally invasive surgery technique that uses 3D printing in utero to treat one of the most common birth defects, spina bifida--which can cause lifelong paralysis--before the child is even born. More

Canadian surgeon uses 3D printed realistic brain model to assist complex brain surgery

Nov.11, 2015 - While we've seen impressive 3D printed surgical models before, from joints to hearts, Canadian surgeon Ivar Mendez has successfully taken on the most organ of all. With a team of specialists, he has 3D printed a transparent brain replica based on MRI scans that even mirrors texture. More

GE develops miniaturized 3D printed steam turbine to help treat salty water at low cost

Nov.11, 2015 - A team of GE scientists have stumbled onto an interesting concept for desalination technology: by miniaturizing gigantic steam turbines through 3D printing technology, they can develop affordable handheld machines that separate salt and water and make it drinkable. More

NiceBot, a twitter robot with a 3D printed mascot will fight cyberbullying by sending friendly tweets

Nov.11, 2015 - Advertising agency Deutsch and Champions Against Bullying have teamed up to introduce the NiceBot, a twitter account that sends out friendly tweets to random Twitter users. More

Sensible Object introduces Fabulous Beasts: 3D printed board game and virtual world

Nov.11, 2015 - British startup Sensible Object has unveiled Fabulous Beasts, a 3D printed board game which combines the physical stacking of unique 3D printed objects with a virtual world played out on a tablet screen. More

Just in Time for Fallout 4: 3D print your own Fallout 4 Pip-Boy

Nov.10, 2015 - 3D Hubs has come up with a simple method for obtaining a 3D printed Fallout 4 'Pip-Boy' wrist-computer / smartphone holder, designed by Yvo de Haas. Customers can have the device 3D printed at their local hub, before collecting it or having it shipped. More

Ultra-authentic 3D printed StarCraft Nova cosplay armour took over 500 hours to make

Nov.10, 2015 - Cosplayer Natasha Spokish spent over 500 hours modelling, 3D printing, and finishing the pieces for this incredible Nova Terra suit of armour. The results are incredible, and Spokish uploaded a full series of progress photos with descriptions for fellow fans to admire. More

3D printed simulator models by Fractured FX allow surgeons to practice operations for sick kids

Nov.10, 2015 - Special effects company Fractured FX, who have worked on such films as Watchmen and Tron: Legacy, have partnered with the Simulator Program at the Boston Children's Hospital to create realistic models of patients for surgeon training. More

Lego, 3D print & art: Oliver Griem proves that 3D printed toys can be artistic

Nov.10, 2015 - With an installation in Savina Museum in Seoul, German designer Oliver Griem reminds us that even 3D printed toys can be artistic. Called 'simple rules for the complex world', the installation is packed with simple Lego designs from Thingiverse but focused on serious themes affecting mankind. More

BLOCKS, the 'World's First Modular Smartwatch' announces 3D printable customisable shells

Nov.10, 2015 - BLOCKS Wearables has unveiled an open design feature for its hugely popular BLOCKS Modular Smartwatch: removable 3D printable covers for customising and re-customising individual Modules of the watch. More

Idaho State University 3D prints giant 'Bigfoot' skeleton for History Channel show

Nov.9, 2015 - Academics at the Idaho State University Robotics and Communication Systems Engineering Technology program have built an 8-foot-tall, 3D printed model of Bigfoot's skeleton for a History Channel documentary. More

Slurpee turns sound into cups using 3D printing for BYO Cup Day

Nov.9, 2015 - For Slurpee BYO Cup Day, Leo Burnett Melbourne used 3D modelling to transform three unique soundscapes into physical, 3D printed cups. Slurpee’s BYO Cup Day is an annual event that invites Slurpee-lovers to bring their own cups to their local 7-Eleven, and fill them with their favorite Slurpee flavors. More

Disney Research makes 3D printable robotic design easier than ever with interactive design tool

Nov.9, 2015 - With an exciting new creation tool, Disney's Research Department has successfully and easily generated a variety of 3D printable robotic creatures without the need for extensive knowledge of engineering and CAD systems. More

Canadian researchers create physical holograms with 3D printed BitDrone swarm

Nov.9, 2015 - At a symposium in Charlotte, NC, a team of Canadian researchers from Queens University will debut a remarkable virtual reality project. Called BitDrone, it consists of a smarm of physical 3D printed drones that can be given a series of commands to form holograms in the open space in front of you. More

3D printed Tactile Stave Notation helps visually impaired to better read music notations

Nov.9, 2015 - The Polymer Engineering Center (PEC) at the University of Wisconsin have collaborated with doctoral student Yeaji Kim to develop a universal system for helping the blind and visually impaired to better read music notations. More

Partially 3D printed, most powerful Rolls-Royce engine ever takes to the skies

Nov.9, 2015 - Developed to be the most powerful Rolls-Royce engine ever, the Trent XWB-97 is capable of producing 97,000 lbs of thrust and is expected to be used on Airbus planes in 2017. Featuring a number of 3D printed parts, the engine has just completed a successful test flight in France. More

World's first jet-powered 3D printed UAV debuts at Dubai Airshow: reaching speeds of 150mph

Nov.9, 2015 - Developed by engineers and 3D printing experts from Aurora Flight Sciences and Stratasys, the world's first jet-powered 3D printed drone has just made its debut at the Dubai Airshow. Capable of reaching speeds of 150mph, this is the fastest and most complex 3D printed UAV ever produced. More

Diving instructor looks to 3D printing to help reconstruct her skull after surgery on five brain tumours

Nov.8, 2015 - After undergoing life-saving brain surgery to remove five tumours, including one cancerous growth, a British diving instructor has turned to 3D printing to help reconstruct part of her skull. More

Greek teen becomes youngest creator of functional life-size humanoid robot ‘InMoov’

Nov.8, 2015 - 15-year-old Dmitris Hatzis, hailing from Kavala, Greece, has become the youngest person to build a 3D printed, life-size humanoid robot. His year-long build was part of 'InMoov', an open-source project created by Gael Langevin. More

The Future of Music: Monad Studio's 3D Printed MULTI Instruments

Nov.8, 2015 - Florida based design studio Monad have designed a set of 5 stunning 3D printed musical instruments. Entitled MULTI, these five 3D printed musical instruments made in collaboration with musician and luthier Scott F. Hall, has also brought sound and music into the mix of technology and design in an explicit way. More

UAU project uses 3D printing to create stylish homeware and toys

Nov.7, 2015 - UAU project has produced a range of stylish 3D printed products for the home, including a miniature greenhouse, a minimalist floor lamp and a trendy watering can. Several of the designs are downloadable in STL format for home 3D printing. More

Doctors use 3D printed trabecular metal tibial prosthesis to save teen's leg

Nov.7, 2015 - Dr Tu Chong Qi and his team from the orthopaedic department at the West China Hospital were able to successfully use a 3D printed metal prosthesis in a lower limb knee surgery, marking the first time 3D printing has been used for this type of load-bearing surgery. More

B.A.M. and TRINDO launch Pindung, the first-ever 3D printed ski boot binding

Nov.7, 2015 - A 3D printed ski boot binding called Pindung is being developed and is currently the subject of a crowd-funding campaign. The 3D printed binding was the product of a collaboration between two German companies, Bavarian Alpine Manifest (B.A.M.) and Trindo Digitalmanufaktur GmbH. More

Make your own 1500W 3D-printed electric skateboard

Nov.7, 2015 - An ambitious maker named Saral Tayal has built a 3D-printed electric skateboard packing 1500W of power. Compared to the $1500 price tag on commercially available electric skateboards, Tayal's partially 3D-printed board costs just 10% of that price. More

Protect your toilet paper from cat attacks with this 3D printed toilet paper guard

Nov.6, 2015 - If your cat is also eager to test his claws on your precious toilet rolls, then Johnny Lawrence's Kitten Proof Toilet Paper Guard is exactly what you need: a 3D printed container with a sliding door that keeps the paper safe and sound. More

Groundbreaking 3D printed freeform telescope mirror planned by NASA optical engineers

Nov.6, 2015 - With the help of 3D printing technology, NASA optical engineers Joseph Howard and Garrett West are planning to build a next-generation telescope that is smaller, compacter and more powerful. The plan is to send these into space on satellites for the imaging of exoplanets. More

ETH Zürich researchers achieve 3D printing of complex structures within '5D' space

Nov.6, 2015 - Accessing 'five-dimensional' design space, researchers of Complex Materias at ETH Zürich have devised a 3D printing technique to produce composites with unparalleled microstructural features never before seen outside of biologically grown materials. More

Plastic Fantastic: Australian indigenous community 3D prints plastic waste to encourage school attendance

Nov.6, 2015 - The ALPA in Australia's Northern Territory has put together an initiative called Plastic Fantastic which utilizes 3D printing technology to promote school attendance for local children. More

South Korean military adopts 3D printing to manufacture vehicle parts and more

Nov.6, 2015 - While no military institution happily shares its secrets with the world, reports are now surfacing that the South Korean Ministry of Defense has adopted 3D printing to produce vehicle parts and more for the Air Force and the Army. More

Audi 3D prints a 1:2-scale 1936 Auto Union Type C race car

Nov.5, 2015 - Audi Toolmaking, a division of the German automobile manufacturer, has produced a 3D printed replica of the Auto Union Type C, a Grand Prix racing car made by Auto Union in 1936. More

MIT's bioLogic: Bacteria-powered 3D printed biofabric opens and contracts as you sweat

Nov.5, 2015 - Researchers at MIT's Media Lab have created a 3D printed 'bio-skin' material out of an ancient bacteria that can open and close in response to your body's temperature. More

OpenBionics adds NFC ready fingers to 3D printed hand prosthetics for 2015 Hackaday Prize finals

Nov.5, 2015 - Already known for their excellent and very flexible hand prosthetics, the Greek OpenBionics team has now taken things to the next level for the 2015 Hackaday Prize finals by adding NFC ready fingers that can be programmed with various functions like interacting with smartphones. More

Rocket launch failure on Hawaii destroys MSU's 3D printed PrintSat satellite

Nov.5, 2015 - The PrintSat, a 3D printed satellite made by Montana State University team to test aerospace applications of 3D printing technology, was unfortunately destroyed alongside 12 other research satellites when a military rocket failed to launch. More

3D printed 'Living Screen' from algae offers an alternative to standard water pump systems

Nov.5, 2015 - Part of a movement in architecture that seeks to make structures more responsive and connected to nature, student Irina Shaklova has created a remarkable 3D printed screen for her thesis project: the huge Living Screen, a 3D printed structure filled with living and growing algae. More

Pieter Husmann introduces Hélo, customized, 3D printed wireless earphones

Nov.5, 2015 - 3Ders catches up with Pieter Husmann to talk about his recent project Helo. For Helo, Husmann has combined 3D printing, electronic, and hearing aid technology to create both practical and aesthetically impressive wireless 3D printed earphones. More

3D printed knitwear start-up Unmade wins Pitch@Palace event backed by Prince Andrew

Nov.5, 2015 - Unmade, a London based 3D printed knitwear company has combined new technologies and traditional knitting practices to promote more conscious fashion consumption. More

Custom-made Olsson Block lets Ultimaker users switch hot-end nozzles on the fly

Nov.5, 2015 - Anders Olsson has designed a custom-made replacement for his Ultimaker 2's heater block that allows users remove and switch-in new nozzles within seconds. The design has become extremely popular amongst Ultimaker users. More

Study sheds light on worrying toxicity levels of some 3D printed parts

Nov.4, 2015 - A study carried out by researchers at the University of California, Riverside, in which researchers used zebrafish embryos to test the toxicity of the 3D printed objects, has revealed that embryos die at alarming rates when exposed to certain 3D printed materials. More

3D Printing helps Tazo, the handicapped dog, regain his mobility

Nov.4, 2015 - TurboRoo, The 3D Printing Store and MarkForged team up to create a 3D printed prosthetic dog cart for Tazo the dog. The dogcart was 3D printed by MarkForged using a 10% nylon infill without a composite reinforcement. More

Uniform 3D printed embryonic stem cells could as used 'building blocks' of life

Nov.4, 2015 - Scientists have developed a 3D bioprinting method for producing highly uniform 'blocks' of embryonic stem cells, highly desirable for their ability to differentiate into nearly any cell type in the human body. These 3D printed cells are considered the 'lego blocks of life'. More

Customizable, open-source 3D printable EEG headset from OpenBCI now on Kickstarter

Nov.4, 2015 - OpenBCI (brain-computer interface) has launched a Kickstarter campaign for a low-cost, high-performance biosensing kit, comprised of an Arduino-compatible board and 3D printable headset. The company has set a target $80,000, with the campaign running until December 19th. More

Jason Loo 3D prints amazing life-sized BB-8 droid from upcoming Star Wars movie

Nov.4, 2015 - With the help of open source community BB8BuildersClub, Jason Loo has created a truly amazing 3D printed, life-sized version of the already iconic BB-8 droid from the upcoming Star Wars: The Force Awakens movie. More

Seiko Optical Europe, Materalise to introduce 3D printed sports eyewear collection

Nov.4, 2015 - Belgium based 3D printing service and company Materialise NV has recently collaborated with Seiko Optical Europe in designing and manufacturing an additively manufactured collection of sports eyewear. More

Make a 'fake' colour 3D print out of paper

Nov.4, 2015 - Artist and engineer Michael Koehleart has found a cool method for 'faking' a colour 3D print using paper, a printer and a laser cutter. His clever technique involves four main steps: creating a projection image, slicing the model, slicing the image, and printing/assembling. More

Local Motors' LM3D Swim 3D printed car to be on sale for $53K next year

Nov.3, 2015 - Local Motors today unveiled the LM3D Swim, the first highway-ready 3D printed consumer car, at the SEMA show in Las Vegas. The company also announced that pre-sales will be starting early 2016 at the projected cost of $53,000 More

The Dura-Gem jewel-tipped 3D printing nozzle is designed to last a lifetime

Nov.3, 2015 - Developed by Jonny Hurst, the Dura-Gem nozzle with a sapphire jewel at the tip doesn't suffer from wear and tear and will guarantee successful 3D printing for a lifetime. Coming to Kickstarter within the next two months, it will even cost less than $100. More

MIT's Self-Assembly Lab 3D prints shape-shifting shoe

Nov.3, 2015 - Using a 3D printing technique to create active textiles, industrial designers at MIT's Self-Assembly Lab have designed the Minimal Shoe, which can contract and morph to the exact shape of your foot. More

8-bit video games inspire 3D printed fashion accessories by Katty Xiomara and BEEVERYCREATIVE

Nov.3, 2015 - Portuguese fashion designer Katty Xiomara teamed up with 3D printing company BEEVERYCREATIVE to create fashion accessories inspired by the two-dimensional pixel-filled universe of 8-bit video games. The accessories are part of her collection, revealed at Portugal Fashion 2015, titled 8 Bit Flashback. More

Large and incredibly complex forms created through cell division simulation & multimaterial 3D printing

Nov.3, 2015 - With the help of GPU supercomputing & multimaterial 3D printing, a team of researchers from the UCL Bartlett School of Architecture led by designer Daghan Cam has given physical shape to the complex process of cellular division. More

3D printed Shotgun shells made from bronze-filled PLA successfully tested

Nov.3, 2015 - Using bronze-filled PLA filament, American designers Jeff and Darren have developed a series of interesting 3D printed custom shotgun shells that work remarkably well. More

Researchers create implantable blood vessels using sugar, silicone and a 3D printer

Nov.3, 2015 - Using sugar glass and silicone, a bioengineering team from Rice and Pennsylvania Universities has successfully created a basic system of 3D printed implantable blood vessels that could lead the way to 3D printed transplantable organs and tissue. More

New 3D printing technique creates complex micro-objects smaller than a human hair

Nov.3, 2015 - A team of UCLA Bioengineers has devised a novel 3D printing method that, for the first time, allows for the production of complex 3D printed micro-objects that are smaller in size than the width of a human hair. More

Joshua Pearce creates new algorithm for obviousness to prevent 3D printing material patents

Nov.3, 2015 - Materials scientist and engineer Joshua Pearce has developed an algorithm for determining prior art for 3D printed materials, making it difficult, if not impossible, to file patents on new 3D printing materials. More

Russian scientists uses first-ever 3D printed thyroid gland in successful transplant surgery

Nov.3, 2015 - After creating the world's first 3D printed thyroid gland, Professor Mironov of Russia's 3D BioPrinting Solutions has successfully transplanted the thyroid into a living mouse and found it to be completely functional. More

Next-generation electron beam device could vastly improve metal 3D printers

Nov.3, 2015 - Photo Electron Soul Inc., a Japanese startup affiliated to Nagoya University, has developed a next-generation electron beam device which could make the 3D printing of metals quicker and more precise. More

Xtouch is the first smartphone to use 3D printing tech says Bluboo

Nov.3, 2015 - The Xtouch is the latest device to be made by Chinese smartphone manufacturer Bluboo. The handset boasts a range of impressive technical specs, and features a curved, 3D printed rear panel, making it the world's first smartphone to be made using 3D printing techniques. More

Turn your cat into a fearsome warrior with 3D printed cat armor

Nov.2, 2015 - Jwall, the talented designer and maker behind the Print That Thing YouTube channel, has unveiled his latest 3D printed creation: a fully 3D printed suit of cat armor. More

Architect Louis H. Sullivan's early work commemorated through impressive 3D printed book

Nov.2, 2015 - Thanks to the efforts of a group of architecture academics and enthusiasts it is now possible to peruse elements of American architect Louis H. Sullivan's work in an open-sourcce 3D printed book. More

Royal Perth Hospital in Australia to regrow patient skull tissue by 3D printing stem cells

Nov.2, 2015 - Being one of nine projects to receive a grant from the state government, a procedure for regrowing skull fragments using 3D printed stem cells will be implemented in the Royal Perth Hospital in Western Australia. Clinical trials on patients with damaged skulls are set to begin next year. More

Maker creates an amazing full size, 3D printed Master Chief armor from Halo

Nov.2, 2015 - 3D printed Halloween accessories are commonplace this year, but few creations are as impressive as the full size Master Chief armor suit that Redditor profezzorn built. Featuring more than 15 kg of plastic and countless small pieces, the most impressive 3D printed suits we've seen in a long time. More

Breathe easier with Sendinaden's 3D printed Pattern Breathe mask

Nov.2, 2015 - Sendinaden has created a 3D printed facemask and accompanying app that encourages users, particularly those living in highly polluted urban areas, to improve their breathing quality by tracking their breathing habits. More

NNRGY Crops to 3D print houses with bio-concrete made from giant Chinese silver grass

Nov.2, 2015 - In a building project in collaboration with TU Eindhoven, Cybe and Concrete Valley, Dutch bio entrepreneurs NNRGY Crops will be using locally grown Miscanthus Giganteus to make 3D printable bio-concrete. More

MobileOCT diagnoses cervical cancer with a smartphone and a 3D printed case

Nov.1, 2015 - Cervical cancer is one of the most lethal cancers in women, but can be easily prevented through accurate screening. Israeli startup MobileODT has now developed a 3D printed smartphone accessory that can make cervix selfies and make diagnosis possible in developing countries. More

Edmond Wong & Stratasys create stunning B+ stool using 3D printing and salvaged bamboo

Nov.1, 2015 - Hong Kong based designer Edmond Wong has collaborated with Stratasys to produce a visually stunning 3D printed stool, made with both 3D printed components and salvaged bamboo. The partially 3D printed seat, called the "B+", was designed for "Create Outside the Grid", a Hong Kong exhibition. More

Introducing three super cool 3D printable tank thread projects

Nov.1, 2015 - To inspire makers and roboticists, we've taken a closer look at three fascinating projects that open up specialism for 3D printed robots: 3D printable tank threads that make your creations capable of traversing any kind of terrain. More

Earthworms-inspired 3D printed biomimetic Worm-Bot could be used in pipe inspection, burrowing

Nov.1, 2015 - In an attempt to recreate the very flexible peristalsis movement patterns of earthworms, a team of researchers from Case Western University have developed a 3D printed biomimetic soft robot that can crawl through pipes. More

Clear 3D printed skeleton firm Encoris boasts annual sales of almost $1m

Oct.31, 2015 - Medical 3D printed model firm Encoris has announced annual sales of almost $1m. Its clear, custom skeletons are used both to educate surgeons and to demonstrate the function of clients' implant devices for medical sales presentations. More

Sickle cell disease detection using 3D printed device and a smartphone

Oct.31, 2015 - With the help of 3D printing, UConn professor Savas Tasoglu has created a testing platform for diagnosing and monitoring sickle cell disease from just a few drops of blood. More

Disney Research develops automated method for creating 3D printed connectors

Oct.31, 2015 - Disney Researchers have unveiled an automated method for the quick design of 3D printable connectors in a research paper titled 'AutoConnect: Computational Design of 3D-Printable Connectors'. More

Introducing D-Frames, Ron Arad's $800 3D printed PQ Eyewear sunglasses

Oct.31, 2015 - Notable eyewear brand pq eyewear's new 3D printed collection D-Frames to be released on US market in 2016. pq eyewear’s designs have been recognized and lauded by several notable figures such as Sharon Stone, Pharrell Williams, and impressively, Oprah Winfrey. More

Award-winning artist Morehshin Allahyari reproduces artifacts destroyed by ISIS through 3D printing

Oct.30, 2015 - For the award-winning Material Speculation: ISIS project, artist Morehshin Allahyari reconstructs ancient artifacts and sculptures destroyed by ISIS through 3D modelling a 3D printing technology. More

3D printed InMoov 'Robot For Good' meets Prince Andrew, heading to London Zoo in 2016

Oct.30, 2015 - Wevolver has reached the next stage of development in the Inmoov Robot for Good, a 3D printed robot that will act as an avatar for hospitalized children, allowing them to visit real life zoos through virtual reality. More

Enchant trick or treaters with this 3D printed flying purple people eater doorbell cover

Oct.30, 2015 - If you are still looking for fun things to 3D print to make your Halloween spookier perhaps this adorably scary Flying Purple People Eater doorbell cover will tickle your fancy. More

Scientists 3D print realistic hair with first of its kind 'Furbrication' technique

Oct.30, 2015 - Using an inexpensive FDM 3D printer and standard PLA filament, researchers have developed a set of parameters that allow for the 3D printing of soft hair, fibers and bristles that can be trimmed, braided, and brushed just like real hair. More

Media Molecule develops design-your-own 'Dreams' with 3D printing potential, coming to PS4 in 2016

Oct.29, 2015 - Media Molecule, the Guilford, UK based video game developer responsible for such popular games as LittleBigPlanet and Tearaway, have dreamt up something big for their next project: Dreams for PS4. More

3D printed hip and knee joints coming to hospitals across UK in 2016

Oct.29, 2015 - Dr Susannah Clarke of Embody Orthopaedic has been testing custom made 3D printed instruments and surgical models for knee and hip joints in surgeries in London, and will be expanding services to hospitals across Britain during the coming year. More

Functionalize Flashlight LetterKit: 3D print your own functional keychain flashlight in an hour

Oct.29, 2015 - To show just how accessible 3D printing functional electronics can be, Functionalize has launched the Flashlight LetterKit, which provides all the materials you'll need to successfully 3D print a working flashlight on a single head 3D printer. More

An awesome Halloween costume: 3D printed single part, sliding Wolverine claws

Oct.29, 2015 - For those of you still lacking a Halloween costume, LeFabShop's Samuel Bernier has shared cool designs for very easy Wolverine claws that are extendable and 3D printed in a single piece. More

Lowe's and Made in Space launch first commercial 3D printer into outer space

Oct.29, 2015 - Hardware and home improvement company Lowe's today announced a major partnership with Made in Space to launch the first commercially available, permanent 3D printer into space. More

Eight 3D printing highlights of Dutch Design Week 2015

Oct.29, 2015 - Between Saturday 17th and Sunday 25th October, Eindhoven welcomed visitors from all over the world for Dutch Design Week 2015. We compiled a list, in no particular order, of some of the fair's 3D printing highlights. More

Fantastic 3D printed handheld Protopiper allows users to sketch room-sized objects at actual scale in minutes

Oct.29, 2015 - To make prototyping large objects like furniture easier and quicker, a team of German researchers have developed the 3D printed Protopiper: a fabrication device that 'draws' in adhesive tape tubes. More

3D Print a motorized Star Wars AT-AT Walker Robot

Oct.29, 2015 - A mechanical engineering student from the University of Michigan going by the name of Dan Olson has designed a 3D printable, motorised AT-AT Walker, a replica of the iconic four-legged combat vehicle first seen in Star Wars: Episode V The Empire Strikes Back. More

Metal Queen, Dora Pesch and her band available as 3D printed figures

Oct.29, 2015 - Berlin based company Staramba, who specialize in the manufacturing of full color 3D printed figurines, have released a set of 3D printed models based on Doro Pesch and her band. More

Download a 3D printed pistol grip for the Olympus Air open platform camera

Oct.29, 2015 - A team of designers have made a unique, 3D printed pistol grip for the Olympus Air camera, the commercial version of the Olympus Open Platform Camera, which allows photographers to 'shoot from the hip'. More

UAE and UNESCO to preserve Middle Eastern archaeology with 3D printing technology

Oct.28, 2015 - A global partnership UAE, UNESCO and the Institute for Digital Archaeology was announced today that will use 3D scanning and 3D printing technology to document, preserve and rebuild important history and heritage sites in the Middle East that have made valuable contributions to the progress of humanity. More

Custom-made 3D printed shoes are the solution to healthier feet, says Troy Nachtigall

Oct.28, 2015 - 2015 edition of Dutch Design Week in Eindhoven features 3D printed customized shoes, 3Ders catches up with one of the people behind the shoe's engineering and design, Troy Nachtigall. More

Imagine 3D Miniatures opens 3D printed fantasy platform Mounted Heroes

Oct.28, 2015 - Imagine 3D Miniatures has opened their online shop, which allows you to select a race, customize its pose, mount, equipment and size, and then order a 3D print in your choice of high quality 3D printing materials. The miniatures are ideal for tabletop gaming, RPGs, wargames and fantasy lovers alike. More

Capture full-color 360' 3D prints with Scandy Sphere, now on Kickstarter

Oct.28, 2015 - In order to make 3D scanning and printing easy as pie, the Scandy iOS and Android app allows you to take full-color 360' 3D scans with your mobile phone and then directly order vibrant and unique Scandy Sphere 3D prints, created on a 3D Systems Projet660 for full-color capability. More

Stratasys, Big VCs invest $14M on 3D metal printing startup Desktop Metal

Oct.28, 2015 - New Cambridge, Mass.-based Desktop Metal is living the startup dream, gathering 14 million in investments from Stratasys and other partners for plans for a desktop metal 3D printer. More

ZEISS releases 3D printable smartphone cases for their budget VR ONE headset

Oct.28, 2015 - With the release of three more 3D printable smartphone cases, popular phones HTC One M8, Sony Xperia Z3 and Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge can now also be used to travel into virtual reality. More

Avant-garde fashion collective threeASFOUR features 3D printed pieces in their SS 2016 collection

Oct.28, 2015 - threeASFOUR, the New York based avant-garde fashion collective, has recently been awarded the Fashion Design Award given by the Cooper-Hewitt Smithsonian Design Museum. The award was presented to the label for its striking Spring-Summer 2016 collection, which features 3D printed pieces. More

Researchers develop new method for 3D printing catheters tailored to babies

Oct.27, 2015 - Researchers from Northeastern University have developed a new method for 3D printing catheters for premature babies, as well as other vital medical equipment. More

NASA, Shapeways and Whiteclouds collaborate to 3D print the Universe for the visually impaired

Oct.27, 2015 - A team of scientists and educators from NASA and international universities want to deliver 3D printed models and 3D printable files of nebulae and other astrophysical systems in order to bring visually impaired students the wonders of the Universe, and motivate them to pursue careers in STEM. More

Sneak peek of fascinating TheMotionKit that uses 3D printed parts to teach the basics of CNC making

Oct.27, 2015 - In anticipation of a Kickstarter campaign, we were given a preview of TheMotionKit: an educational 3D printed kit that breaks down the CNC principles behind making and helps users of all ages access the hobby. More

Joris van Tubergen 3D prints 4-meter-tall scarecrow in his own likeness for Dutch Scarecrow Festival

Oct.27, 2015 - Dutch designer Joris van Tubergen designed a scarecrow based on 3D scans of himself. In collaboration with the Perpetual Plastic Project, the 4-meter-tall installation will be 3D printed live entirely out of recycled PET plastic bottles. More

Laykanics aims to promote and teach mechanical engineering through 3D printing

Oct.27, 2015 - A startup named Laykanics has recently launched an Indiegogo campaign in the efforts of teaching the principles of mechanical engineering through an engaging, dynamic, and fun way with the help of 3D printing. More

Iranian designer shows off amazing and gigantic 27 cm tall, 129 piece 3D printed mech robot

Oct.27, 2015 - Through his Tehran-based 3D printing service provider Nikano, Iranian designer Armin Hesampour has designed and 3D printed a truly amazing giant mech robot, featuring 129 different components. More

Weather-resistant 3D printed Cypress Umbrella hits Kickstarter

Oct.27, 2015 - A Kickstarter campaign is underway for the Cypress Umbrella, the prototype of which has been largely constructed using 3D printing techniques. The umbrella is said to be highly resistant to wind damage, and boasts interchangeable canvases. More

Shake hands with Rob Scharff's 3D printed soft robot that responds to human grip

Oct.27, 2015 - Unlike most robotic hands which are rigid and make unnatural movements, Delft Engineering graduate Rob Scharff has developed a 3D printed soft robot hand that uses air pressure sensors and actuators respond to pressure from a handshake. More

EPFL unveils 3D printed miniature microfluidic device for monitoring critical blood levels

Oct.26, 2015 - Scientists at the 'cole Polytechnique F'd'rale de Lausanne (EPFL) in Switzerland have unveiled a unique 3D printed medical device which is able to monitor critical blood levels in real time. More

Build a 3D printed, Arduino-powered robot which can draw and write

Oct.26, 2015 - An Instructables user going by the name of MakersBox has shared instructions for building a 3D printed, Arduino-powered drawing robot, originally conceived as part of a 10-hour workshop for ChickTech.org. More

STEMI: DIY open access spider robot that teaches kids 3D modeling, robotics and code

Oct.26, 2015 - Using the philosophy of 'Learning by Creating', STEMI is an affordable, open-source robotics kit that teaches users aged 13 and up how to 3D model, code, and programme a mobile app in a fun way. The result is a cool, nature-inspired hexapod robot that can be controlled through your smartphone. More

3Ders Monday Warm-up: The top 3D printable Star Wars: The Force Awakens Props

Oct.26, 2015 - We've rounded up some of the best Star Wars: The Force Awakens 3D prints to celebrate the imminent release of what could be the most anticipated film of 2015. More

Dutch political party D66 calls for multi-million investment in 3D printing, Fablabs and Smart Industry

Oct.26, 2015 - In their new policy document 'Using digital opportunities', Dutch progressive democrat party D66 calls on the government to invest millions in digital opportunities, including a healthy invironment for startups and in Fieldlabs and Fablabs. More

Researchers hack Off-the-shelf 3D printer to bioprint arteries, hearts, bones and brains

Oct.25, 2015 - Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have taken a few steps towards the 3D printing of human organs, after successfully printing non-living replicas of coronary arteries and embryonic hearts in soft materials, using a specially modified 3D printer. More

Designer Daghan Cam uses GPU Computing to create fantastic 3D printed architecture

Oct.25, 2015 - With the help of advanced algorithm based computer simulations, Turkish architect and teaching fellow at Bartlett Daghan Cam reimagines what 3D printed art structures can be. More

This 3D printed animatronic tail is all the cool kids will wear this Halloween

Oct.25, 2015 - Phillip Burgess of Adafruit has provided detailed instructions for making a wagging animatronic tail using only a handful of components, including a 3D printed casing. More

Marc Newson designs £82,000 silver tea set for Georg Jensen with help of 3D printing

Oct.25, 2015 - Renowned Danish metalware brand Georg Jensen has recently collaborated with Australian designer Marc Newson to create a limited edition sculptural tea service. This marks Newson's first collaboration with design house Georg Jensen, which was founded over a century ago. More

DIY auto-adjusting jacket from Back to the Future with 3D printed parts

Oct.25, 2015 - Inspired by the Back to the Future movies, wearable technology expert and Instructables user Lara Graft used 3D printing technology and some nifty sewing tricks to recreate the auto-adjusting jacket that put the 'fly' in Marty Mcfly. More

Build a portable Raspberry Pi 2 with 3D printed enclosure and 7" multitouch display

Oct.25, 2015 - Need a basic tablet device on the cheap? Have a 3D printer to hand? Why not try building a portable Raspberry Pi 2 with a customised 3D printed enclosure and 7" multitouch display. Over at Adafruit, the Ruiz Brothers have provided detailed instructions for doing just that. More

Dubai to introduce 3D printed 'Smart Palm' to join existing tree trio

Oct.24, 2015 - The municipality of Dubai plans to deploy another of its successful 'Smart Palm' technology hubs, this time using 3D printing technology. The tree-shaped, solar-powered structures are able to offer free WiFi, as well as phone and gadget charging. More

'Brilliant Bus' and mobile-tech initiatives bring WiFi, 3D printing education to tech-starved communities

Oct.24, 2015 - Across America, school busses packed with everything from Macbook computer labs to robotics, coding, and 3D printing workshops are bringing Internet access and technology education to students in underserved communities in an effort to close the digital divide for good. More

Maker Wallet: stylish RFID wallet full of 3D printing gadgets now on Kickstarter

Oct.23, 2015 - Maker, an Australian startup comprised of Reuben and Kim Hinton, have launched a Kickstarter campaign for Maker Wallet: an all-in-one RFID wallet and multitool made especially for designers and 3D printing enthusiasts. More

Italian Open BioMedical Initiative unveils three low cost 3D printed biomedical prototypes

Oct.23, 2015 - New global nonprofit Open BioMedical Initative seeks to support medical care in developing world with exciting 3D printed innovations, including a prosthetic and a bionic arm and BOB: an incubator for newborn babies. More

Classic Tetris game reinvented with 3D printed motion-sensing controller

Oct.23, 2015 - In their PIXEL:SQUARE project, Danish students Anders Høedholt and Sille Agerbæk Sørensen reimagine how Tetris is played with a 3D printed controller that requires movement rather than buttons. More

Create Prosthetics launches first Line of customizable 3D printed prosthetic leg covers

Oct.23, 2015 - Create Prosthetics, a company specializing in the manufacturing and design of custom 3D printed prosthetic covers launches its first line of leg covers. More

3D print your own model of solar thermal power plant

Oct.23, 2015 - As part of an initiative to make solar power more tangible, the Australian Solar Thermal Research Initiative has transformed their power plant into a 3D printed scale model. Now they have sent their own STL file into the 3D printing community. More

Two teenage cardiac patients in India regain their healthy lives thanks to 3D printed heart models

Oct.23, 2015 - Two teenage cardiac patients in India regain their healthy lives thanks to 3D printed heart models. Materialise have built a pair of 3D printed heart models made specifically for two teenage cardiac patients in Kochi, India. More

8-year-old used 3D printing to turn his slam-dunk mug idea into best-selling product

Oct.22, 2015 - Eight-year-old Max Ash, diagnosed at the age of five with dyslexia, invented the sports-themed Hoop With A Mug in class, and used 3D Systems' technology to prototype a working model. That prototype went on to become a patented, best-selling product that has sold 18,000 versions worldwide. More

Startup KickFly's set to launch 3D printed sunglasses made from recycled plastics

Oct.22, 2015 - U.S. based startup, KickFly, has set out to design and manufacture 3D printed sunglasses made from recycled materials. KickFly's was founded by Justin Capoccia, Colin Young, and John-Michael Fragnoli, three childhood friends from Niskayuna, New York who decided after college to go into business together. More

Take quality photos of 3D models with #3DBenchy's 3D printable Smartphone Photo Studio

Oct.22, 2015 - With smartphones becoming the most often used cameras, #3DBenchy has developed a useful 3D printable camera rig called the Smartphone Photo Studio that allows you to take perfect fixed angle photos. More

BEEVERYCREATIVE and Leonel Moura 3D print 5-meter-tall statue in Lisbon

Oct.22, 2015 - To celebrate the ICT2015 Technology Convention in Lisbon, Portugal, 3D printer manufacturer BEEVERYCREATIVE and local artist Leonel Moura created a 5 meter tall 3D printed statue made from 300 parts. More

3D printed coral reefs in Monaco help preserve and save marine biodiversity

Oct.22, 2015 - Six massive 3D printed coral reefs made from natural sand were revealed yesterday in Monaco that promise to maintain biodiversity and allow marine life to thrive as we approach what is expected to be the biggest coral die-off in history. More

Chemcubed and Direct Color Systems unveil ElectroUV3D UV LED flatbed inkjet 3D printer

Oct.22, 2015 - ChemCubed have teamed up with Direct Color Systems to introduce ElectroUV3D, a versatile, max-volume, small-format UV LED flatbed inkjet printer for digitally printing conductive liquids, able to print at a thickness of 3-4 inches. More

Make your own 3D printed lightweight quadcopter propellers

Oct.22, 2015 - A talented maker named Anton has built upon the hard work of another drone enthusiast named Landru and created an improved set of 3D printed propellers for quadcopters, drones and RC planes. More

Louborough University Receives £3.9m in funding to develop 3D printed PCBs

Oct.22, 2015 - Britain's Loughborough University has been awarded £3.9 million from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC) in order to develop their synthesizing 3D metamaterials research program aimed at creating 3D printed circuit boards. More

Get up and move with this J-Pop inspired 3D printed dancing robot from Japan

Oct.21, 2015 - Japanese company DMM has created a wildly entertaining dancing robot inspired by the J-Pop group idol phenomenon. The robot can be programmed with 'dance data' and customized with different outfits and 3D printable replacement parts. More

US Air Force to integrate 3D printing into almost all aspects of aircraft design and maintenance

Oct.21, 2015 - The Oklahoma City Air Logistics Complex, manager of aircraft engines, missiles, software and avionics for the US Air Force, is finalizing a strategy that will see 3D printing technology play a major role in the development, design, and maintenance of military aircrafts. More

Printing 3D Parts lays out the benefits of 3D printing for packaging industry

Oct.21, 2015 - Recently, Paul Pavolich, the vice president of Printing 3D Parts, Inc., sat down to discuss the benefits of using 3D printing technology to manufacture packaging prototypes. More

Say goodbye to generic toys with TOYBIC customizable 3D printed RC cars

Oct.21, 2015 - A Lithuanian startup is launching an online design platform called TOYBIC where children and their parents can work together to create custom RC car models and then order the 3D printable parts to make them at home. More

Faraday Motion 3D printed Spine electronic skateboard available for preorder

Oct.21, 2015 - Under development for some time, Faraday Motion's first commercial Spine electronic skateboard can travel up to 30 km/h and travel 10 km on a single charge. Faraday Motion Spine electronic skateboard is now available for pre-order. More

Interactive 3D printed installation 'Unclaimed' points us to last unclaimed territory: the airspace directly above us

Oct.21, 2015 - In their fascinating 'Unclaimed' installation in the Denver Museum of Contemporary Art, professors Laleh Mehran and Chris Coleman use 3D printing to enable visitors to interact with the air space directly above our heads. More

Give A Hand raising funds to give designer Ei Chi Tay a new 3D printed robotic hand

Oct.21, 2015 - New Zealand-based non-profit organisation Give A Hand are raising funds in order to develop their 3D printed prosthesis technology, and to provide a robotic hand for their first recipient, Malaysian graphic designer Ei Chi Tay. More

Breakthrough in 3D stem cell printing could decrease the need for medical animal testing

Oct.21, 2015 - This new breakthrough by researchers from the Heriot-Watt University in Edinburgh could lead to custom 3D printed stem cell medication and decrease the need for medical animal testing. More

Beyond Vision helps visually impaired employees 'see' with 3D printed tactile aids

Oct.20, 2015 - Beyond Vision, a manufacturing company dedicated to providing employment for the visually impaired, is using 3D printing technology to create tactile models, allowing their employees to 'see' and understand objects like never before. More

3D print your own ‘Portable Lab’ case for the BeagleBone Black

Oct.20, 2015 - 3D Hubs collaborates with BeagleBoard Foundation to Make an open-source 3D Printable Case for the BeagleBone Black. 3D Hubs have made the 3D design files for the case available on Instructables. More

3D printed lab-grown meat could be in stores in the next five years

Oct.20, 2015 - Two years ago, Dutch researchers developed the world's first lab-grown burger using 3D printing technology. Now, they are ramping up efforts in order to sell tastier and more affordable lab-grown meat by the year 2020. More

Robotic 3D printing creates Iridescence Print, a large-scale spatially complex structure from 3D printed mesh

Oct.20, 2015 - Researchers have developed the first ever large-scale architectural structure to be automatically 3D printed by robots. The extremely lightweight and spatially complex installation, titled Iridescence Print, offers a new vision for digital manufacturing in architecture. More

Raflesia: a 3D printed wind turbine that 'hacks' cities' existing air sources

Oct.20, 2015 - French designer Leo Sexer has developed a 3D printed 'parasitic' wind turbine to alert the public about untapped energy resources within the city. The open-source Raflesia works by connecting itself to subway grids or other public air sources and stores power that can later be used to charge smartphones or other devices. More

Student develops new technique to 3D print clean energy one fule cell at a time

Oct.20, 2015 - Nick Geisendorfer, an undergraduate from the McCormick School of Engineering, Northwestern University, has been conducting research into new fuel cell fabrication techniques. The student has employed 3D printing technology to make the solid oxide fuel cell more efficient and marketable. More

Harvard & MIT researchers develop 3D printed metallophones, with a sound quality close to professional instruments

Oct.19, 2015 - After becoming interested in sounds created by striking different metal objects, researchers at Harvard, Columbia University and MIT were inspired to computationally design a 3D printed metallophone, with a sound quality close to professionally manufactured instruments. More

Researchers develop new metal materials through 3D printing

Oct.19, 2015 - Two researchers at the Missouri University of Science and Technology have been developing a way to use 3D printing technology in order to create Structural Amorphous Metals, which are stronger and lighter than existing, conventional metals. More

Beautiful Lazurite Fly 3D printed drone looks like an origami crane, flies like a bird

Oct.19, 2015 - Unveiled at CREATEC 2105, the Japanese-designed Lazurite Fly is a unique origami-style 3D printed drone powered by Lazurite Sub-GHz, the world's first ultra-energy saving microcomputer board, 90% more energy efficient than its competitors. The makers hope it will undo the negative stereotypes surrounding drone technology. More

MIT group reveals design for 3D printed fibreglass structures on Mars

Oct.19, 2015 - A team from the MIT school of architecture has unveiled details of its Ouroboros Mars architecture concept, one of the thirty finalists in NASA's 3D Printed Habitat Challenge. More

Man 3D prints an amazing Unimog micro RC truck that fits into cigarette carton

Oct.19, 2015 - The Unimog micro is a fantastic 3D printed RC truck made at a 1/87 scale by German designer Mortimer von Boettger, and even makes matchsticks and lentils look big and bulky. More

Low cost, innovative 3D printed robotic hand exoskeleton to help heal injuries faster

Oct.19, 2015 - Mechanical engineering lecturer dr. Lei Cui and graduate student Anthony Phan develop the 3D printed Assisted Finger Orthosis exoskeleton hand, that makes the hand rehabilitation process after trauma easier and more efficient More

Fabbdea creates amazing 3D printed Arcus rifle from Destiny video game

Oct.19, 2015 - Fabbdea, a UK-based 3D printing 'ideas fabricator', has produced a replica of the Arcus exotic auto rifle from the Destiny video game, following a request from a fan. More

French hospital makes advancements in kidney cancer surgery using multi-colored 3D printed models

Oct.19, 2015 - Neri Oxman, a designer, architect, artist and head of the MIT Media Lab's Mediated Matter research group as been named the 2014 recipient of the Vilcek Prize in Design. More

Blessing Makwera now 'smiling' after major surgery and 3D printing helps reshape his face

Oct.19, 2015 - 3D Systems' Virtual Surgical Planning services team up with Sharp Memorial Hospital to create a surgical plan as well as 3D printed anatomical models for Zimbabwean Blessing Makwera's reconstructive surgery. More

3D printed Ontenna hairpin by Tatsuya Honda transforms sound into vibrations for the hearing impaired

Oct.19, 2015 - As a thesis project, Tatsuya Honda has developed a 3D printed hairpin that transforms sound into vibrations, enabling deaf people to 'hear' the world around them. More

Chinese doctors successfully reconstruct 78-year-old's chest with 3D printed thoracic cage

Oct.19, 2015 - China's TangDu Hospital, responsible for the world's first 3D printed sternum implant, has performed another successful surgery, removing a 78 year old woman's 4kg tumor and implanting an additively manufactured thoracic cage. More

This brilliant guy creates first ever 3D printed portable homemade railgun

Oct.18, 2015 - An Imgur and Reddit user going by the name of NSA_Listbot has created what might be the world's first portable, 3D printed railgun. The amateur arms-maker detailed the construction process on a lengthy Imgur post. More

Designer takes adorable 3D printed penguins on trip across Japan

Oct.18, 2015 - We spoke with ATOM3D designer Stanley Chen, who designed and 3D printed these adorable Taku Satoh-inspired penguins and then photographed them in front of famous Japanese sites. The designs are available for free online. More

Build a fantastic 3D printed 1950s style Philco Predicta TV replica

Oct.18, 2015 - Those classic 1950s Philco Predicta TVs seem to be making a big comeback in games and movies, but as they are notoriously difficult to find maker Jesse Demers has just shared designs for a small 3D printed version. More

How 3D printing is bringing order to the courts

Oct.18, 2015 - Biglaw litigators are using 3D printing and even wearable technology to create tangible evidence in product liability cases and to communicate with injured clients. More

Qubea launches affordable Rever 3D printer for kid, now on Kickstarter

Oct.17, 2015 - 3D printing firm Qubea, which has been active since mid-2012, has developed a new 3D printer for kids. The Rever 3D printer, marketed as an affordable 3D printer for kids, is the subject of a Kickstarter campaign, through which Qubea hopes to raise $150,000. More

Scientists to develop 3D printed biomaterial for patients with severe maxillofacial bone loss

Oct.17, 2015 - Researchers at the University of Salamanca are exploring an inexpensive, customizable 3D printed solution for patients with severe maxillofacial problems who cannot receive traditional implants due to bone loss. More

Make cool, realistic Halo props with CAD software and a 3D printer

Oct.17, 2015 - A New England-based maker going by the handle 'The Irish Cowboy' has shared instructions for creating cool, realistic 3D printed Halo props such as firearms and other weaponry, ahead of the imminent release of the game's fifth instalment. More

Build your own furniture using Playwood’s modular, 3D printed connectors

Oct.17, 2015 - Italian start-up Playwood, have made their own contribution of 3D printed modular designs to the world of interior design, with their modular, 3D printed connectors. More

Make your very own 3D printed toy mobile, designed by FabShop’s Samuel Bernier

Oct.17, 2015 - Samuel Bernier, the creative director at le FabShop, has released his most recent project: an additively manufactured bird mobile to be hung in a child’s room. More

3D printed whisker uncovers science behind prey-sensing ability of harbor seals

Oct.16, 2015 - Engineers at MIT have been conducting research into the prey-sensing ability of harbor seals by creating a large-scale, 3D printed replica of one of their whiskers. More

SUNfeet unveil 3D printed, customised insoles for improved shoe comfort

Oct.16, 2015 - Introducing SUNfeet: a 3D printed, fully bespoke shoe insole, promising unprecedented comfort for wearers. The Spanish company behind the product describe it as a fusion of new tendencies in health, technology and fashion to develop customized insoles for improved shoe comfort. More

New 3D printed teeth kill over 99% of bacteria for healthier, cleaner mouths

Oct.16, 2015 - Dutch researchers have developed a 3D printing material with antimicrobial properties that have been proven to kill 99% of tooth decay-causing mouth bacteria on contact. The material could be used in replacement teeth, orthodontic braces, and possibly even toothpaste. More

Project Runway and 3D Systems present 'Fabricate' 3D printed wearables you'll actually want to wear

Oct.16, 2015 - Project Runway contestants were challenged to use 3D Systems new Fabricate line of 3D printed textiles and Cubify 3D printers to create stunning runway to real-life outfits that you can download and make at home. More

Construction of world's first 3D printed metal bridge begins today in Red Light District of Amsterdam

Oct.16, 2015 - Construction on the world's first 3D printed steel bridge, made with MX3D's unique mid-air 3D printing technology, begins today in Red Light District of Amsterdam. Visitors can keep track of the progress at the public construction site. More

Boeing says its 3D printed microlattice is 'world's lightest metal'

Oct.16, 2015 - Aerospace company Boeing have released a short film demonstrating the huge potential of their unique 3D printed microlattice material, which they believe to be the world's lightest metal. The material, first developed in 2011 by HRL Laboratories, is roughly one hundred times lighter than Styrofoam. More

3DNA 3D prints amazing Hearthstone cards and 40 cm tall Ekko from League of Legends

Oct.16, 2015 - London based designers Simone Fontana and Ricardo Salomao from 3DNA share designs for amazing tributes to Hearthstone: Heroes of Warcraft and League of Legends video games on MyMiniFactory. More

Top 3D printed Halloween costumes and props you can make this year

Oct.16, 2015 - Just in case you haven’t already 3D printed yourself an authentic, head-to-toe Dark Knight suit, or a functional and kick-ass Impress Furiosa prosthetic arm for Halloween, we’ve combined a list of some of the latest 3D printed costumes, decorations and edibles, ranging from creepy to cute and everything in between. More

3D Systems teams with MirrorMe3D to 3D print enhanced models for patients undergoing cosmetic surgery

Oct.16, 2015 - Market giants 3D Systems will help MirrorMe3D manufacture 3D printed models to help cosmetic surgery patients understand the expected results before going into surgery. More

15-year-old Hannah Herbst wins $25K for her sustainable 3D printed ocean energy probe

Oct.16, 2015 - Ninth Grader Hannah Herbst is this year's winner of the Discovery Education 3M Young Scientist Challenge for having designed an energy probe made with the help of 3D printing that could generate power and fresh water by harvesting energy from ocean currents. More

Shellfish given 3D printed electronic backpacks to assist study of nitrogen cycle

Oct.15, 2015 - Researchers from the University of Iowa are planning to affix 3D printed electronic backpacks to freshwater mussels. Data collected from the backpacks will be used to reduce harmful nitrates in Midwestern waterways. More

Tru-Marine develops first 3D printed nozzle ring for quick turbocharger repair

Oct.15, 2015 - The first 3D printed nozzle ring for marine turbochargers, printed in an exotic super metal alloy, allows for faster repair times at a fraction of the cost. More

Korea and U.S. Institutes to bolster R&D in 3D printing, Internet of Things with $3M fund

Oct.15, 2015 - Two major institues in South Korea and the U.S. have joined forces to create a nearly three million dollar fund to bolster research and development in 3D printing, the Internet of Things, and high-tech manufacturing solutions. More

Universal and Sculpteo celebrate 30th anniversary of Back to the Future with personalized 3D printed DeLoreans

Oct.15, 2015 - To celebrate October 21st 2015 and the 30th anniversary of Back to the Future with the most exciting science-fiction-meets-science-fact technology we have to offer, Universal Studios and Sculpteo are offering the chance for diehard fans in France to personalize their very own, 3D printed DeLorean DMC-12. More

Cornell University engineers 3D print soft actuator that mimics the muscles of octopus tentacles

Oct.15, 2015 - Using a custom-built stereolithography 3D printer, the Cornell team led by Rob Shepherd successfully 3D printed a tentacle-like actuator using commercially available Elastomeric Precursor resin. More

Fantastic open source 3D printable Hovalin acoustic violin unveiled by Kaitlyn and Matt Hova

Oct.15, 2015 - Husband and wife Kaitlyn and Matt Hova have recently shared their open source, 3D printable and very high quality Hovalin acoustic violin, and encourage everyone to recreate it themselves. More

3-2-1 Blastoff! 2-year-old Benjamin is over the moon about his 3D printed rocket-ship playhouse

Oct.15, 2015 - Charles Knowlton was inspired and committed to making his two year old grandson, Benjamin the ultimate toy and succeeded in doing so by designing and 3D printing a rocket ship playhouse, with astronauts and moon rover vehicle included. More

Kickstarter for DRAGONLOCK, 3D printed dungeon gaming terrain, blitzes $500 target, nears $31,000

Oct.15, 2015 - A Kickstarter campaign for DRAGONLOCK, a 3D-printable interlocking terrain system, has reached more than 5,500% of its original pledge goal, with three weeks still left to run. More

3D printing assists Ford in development of new Ford GT Supercar and Mondeo Vignale

Oct.15, 2015 - One of the most important uses of 3D printing technology for legendary car company Ford is in the production of prototype parts. 3D printed components can be produced in just a few hours, for as little as €1,000. More

3D-PolySPRINT brings together eight companies to make 3D printed hearing aids more comfortable and durable

Oct.15, 2015 - Seven businesses and a non-profit research institute have partnered to develop new techniques for creating comfortable, sound-optimized, and rapidly manufactured hearing aids using completely non-invasive light-based imaging and multi-material 3D printing technology. More

Kirby Downey 3D prints awesome Sleeper Simulant rifle from Destiny: The Taken King

Oct.15, 2015 - South African designer and Redditor Kirby Downey has just shared the designs for his fantastic replica of the illusive Sleeping Simulant rifle from the latest expansion for the Destiny video game: The Taken King. More

Protect your home with 3D printed ED-E Home Automation and Monitoring System

Oct.15, 2015 - Capable of tracking air quality, detecting gas and even fire and more, this 3D printed ED-E Home Automation and Monitoring System is a perfect tool for keeping your home safe. And what’s more, it has been designed by a remarkable 15-year-old high school student from Minnesota. More

Apple uses 3D printers in top-secret Input lab to test new product prototypes

Oct.14, 2015 - Neri Oxman, a designer, architect, artist and head of the MIT Media Lab's Mediated Matter research group as been named the 2014 recipient of the Vilcek Prize in Design. More

4WEB Medical launches 3D printed Posterior Spine Truss System in the US market

Oct.14, 2015 - 4WEB Medical has announced today that they will launch their Posterior Spine Truss System in the U.S. market. The announcement was made at the North American Spine Society annual meeting in Chicago. More

TU Delft’s Nuna8 solar car optimized with 3D printed tailfin for Bridgestone World Solar Challenge

Oct.14, 2015 - TU Delft team's entry, the Nuna8, features a 3D printed tailfin that is as light and aerodynamic as possible, adding just a bit of extra speed to the car’s performance. More

23cm tall, extremely detailed Gladiator, printed on a Form 1+ 3D printer

Oct.14, 2015 - 3D Animator Jan Löchler's most recent 3D printed project is a detailed model of his Gladiator animation, a hulking, fully armored, and sword-laden figure. When it came time to additively manufacture the Gladiator, 3D Ghost used his own desktop 3D printer, the Form 1+ from Formlabs. More

3D Hubs releases October’s 3D printing trend report 2015

Oct.14, 2015 - The Amsterdam-based 3D Hubs has been releasing monthly 3D printing trend reports for some time now, and have just released the report for October 2015. More

Nike patents 3D printed shoe technology, getting ready to print 3D shoes

Oct.14, 2015 - Nike’s COO Eric Sprunk spoke at a GeekWire Summit last month and suggested that 3D printing shoe technology was not too far away for the multinational company. Nike just yesterday patented the technology for additively manufactured shoes. More

Datasthesia brings data to life through cool 3D printed relief maps of the world

Oct.14, 2015 - Called Datasthesia, this Argentinian team consists of Karen and Marcelo and they take famous and interesting visualizations of data (such as the iconic shot of the earth at night), and turn them into 3D printed representations. More

3D printed surgical model saves 6-year-old cancer patient’s knee from amputation

Oct.14, 2015 - 3D printing firm Materialise, in collaboration with a team of medical experts, were able to construct a 3D-printed model of 6-year-old Helena’s leg, which enabled surgeons to operate with a higher degree of precision. More

Florida professor Neal Phillips rocks out on 3D printed electric violin

Oct.14, 2015 - While some classical musicians would scoff at the idea of a non-hand carved and polished wooden violin, English professor Neal Phillips proudly shows off his red, white and blue plastic violin, 3D printed in a classroom at the very college where he teaches. More

OCTE, company behind India’s first 3D printed heart model, planning big expansion

Oct.13, 2015 - OCTE (Organs, Cell, and Tissue Engineering) Technologies, the company responsible for India’s first 3D printed heart replica, are planning to capitalise on their early success and take their 3D printing technology to the next level. More

School teacher Kit Fuderich's 3D printed rice crispy loader robot wins Element14 Robotics Challenge

Oct.13, 2015 - First place winner of Element14 Robotics Challenge is upper/middle school teacher Kit Fuderich, from Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and his 3D printed, motor controlled rice crispy loading robot is one of the most remarkable home-made robots we’ve ever seen. More

New 3D Printed Lamellar Titanium Technology encourages bone growth with spinal implants

Oct.13, 2015 - K2M today unveiled its latest proprietary invention, Lamellar Titanium Technology, which uses advanced 3D printing techniques to create spinal implants out of a porous and rough biomaterial that actually promotes bone growth activity. More

New super tough 3D printed hydrogel could repair damaged knees

Oct.13, 2015 - A team of researchers in Texas have developed a new technique for 3D printing hydrogels that allows for unprecedented durability and precise processing control thanks to the addition of alginate. More

Artist Solimán López unveils remarkable 3D printed REPSAT installation that interacts with visitors

Oct.13, 2015 - Solimán López recently unveiled his REPSAT installation in a museum in Valencia, Spain, a very cool and impressive interactive exhibition full of 3D printed litophanies and light effects that respond to visitors. More

Robo Wunderkind robotics & coding kit proposes 3D printing design platform for Robo accessories

Oct.13, 2015 - The team of developers behind the hugely promising Robo Wunderkind, a robotics and coding kit for kids which has been dubbed the "Lego of the future”, has proposed to create a platform for users on which they can share their 3D-printed designs for Robo accessories. More

Swede Thomas Palm's modular, 3D printed Palmiga Globe Bouquet Vase is absolutely gorgeous

Oct.13, 2015 - Swedish veteran designer Thomas Palm has designed an absolutely gorgeous Globe Bouquet Vase, that would fantastic in any living room. It features a remarkable design as a protest against current trends in 3D printed vase design. More

3D Systems introduces cardiology training and patient-specific 3D modeling for surgical planning

Oct.13, 2015 - 3D Systems, a market-leading provider of 3D digital fabrication solutions, has introduced new, advanced simulation training modules for its VR simulation platform, aimed at experienced cardiologists. More

Sponge Suit 3D printed bikini with clean-tech material cleans water as you swim

Oct.13, 2015 - A breakthrough ‘super-material’ created by University of California Riverside engineers has the ability to repel water while safely absorbing and storing the toxins within, and has been incorporated into a 3D printed bikini that will allow wearers to clean our oceans as they swim. More

VULCAN awarded Guinness World Record for world’s largest 3D printed structure

Oct.13, 2015 - Comprised of 1023 individual 3D printed units and standing at 8.08 meters long by 2.88 meters high (25.6 x 9.5 ft), the VULCAN 3D printed pavilion has just been awarded the Guinness World Record for world’s largest 3D printed structure. More

Bio-inspired, 3D-printed robotic finger could be used in underwater robotics and prosthetic device

Oct.12, 2015 - Researchers from Florida Atlantic University have given a whole new meaning to the term ‘finger print’, after they unveiled their new 3D-printed robotic finger. The bionic digit, made from shape memory alloy (SMA), looks and moves almost like a real human finger. More

Thales Alenia Space to use largest 3D printed parts in Europe for Koreasat 5A and 7 satellites

Oct.12, 2015 - Thales Alenia Space today announced that their Koreasat 5A and 7 tele-communications satellites, currently under construction, will include the largest 3D printed spacecraft parts ever made in Europe. More

Make perfect tea every time with this 3D printed Automatic Tea Timer

Oct.12, 2015 - Spanish engineering student Lluís García Lamora has developed the Automatic Tea Timer, which will keep an eye on infusion time, ring an alarm when its done and even removes the tea bag. More

Christopher Barnatt's Top 10 3D Prints of TCT Show 2015

Oct.12, 2015 - Christopher Barnatt has picked out his top 10 3D prints of TCT Show 2015. His selection criteria includes originality, design, the technical complexity of both the involved fabrication and post-processing stages, and finally the overall 'wow' factor. More

Futuristic Human Quarter Mile shoe features modular, 3d printed exo-frame for enhancing athletic experience

Oct.12, 2015 - Designer Christopher A. Mann has developed the fascinating 3D printed Human Quarter Mile shoe, a complex and futuristic perfectly fitting exoskeleton that is designed to get the most out of the wearer’s entire foot, down to the tendons, muscles and nervous system. More

666 3D printed jasmine flower petals impresses at Jasmine, new Beijing restaurant

Oct.12, 2015 - The owners of newly opened high-end restaurant in Beijing, Jasmine, have decided to incorporate 3D printed designs into their restaurant’s décor, making for China’s first 3D printing themed restaurant. More

.bijouets teams with artist Monica Castiglioni for new 3D printed jewelry collection

Oct.11, 2015 - .bijouets, an Italian jewelry company which has made a name for itself through its use of 3D printing technology, has recently collaborated with internationally recognized jewelry designer Monica Castiglioni for its most recent collection. More

'I Can Make' launches new 3D printed educational toy set: Strawblox

Oct.11, 2015 - UK based organization I Can Make has set out to educate and introduce 3D printing technology to children through programs directed to schools, teachers, and parents, most recently through their 3D printed product Strawblox. More

Maker uses 3D printing to make cool Avatar-inspired concrete coasters

Oct.11, 2015 - Instructables user Ryanto resorted to combining 3D printing technology with concrete to design a series of very cool and surprisingly easy to make coasters inspired by the Avatar the Last Airbender TV show. More

Adafruit's upgraded 3D printed DIY camera slider features motors and Bluetooth control

Oct.11, 2015 - Few of those DIY camera accessories were more impressive than Adafruit’s 3D printed camera slider, but the Ruiz Brothers are now back for more with complex and remarkable upgraded version of that camera slider, this time featuring a lot of motors and even Bluetooth control. More

Instructables’ Jonathan shares designs for very cool 3D printable interplanetary rocket

Oct.10, 2015 - Designed by Instructables’ own Jon-a-Tron, this extremely cool 3D printed Interplanetary Rocket is not only a particularly realistic scale model, but also offers makers an interesting way to learn more about the practical side of space travel while 3D printing. More

Student creates Mantis, a stunning autonomous clipping machine for agroforestry using 300 3D printed parts

Oct.10, 2015 - Antoine Blas, a 26 year old design student based in Paris, has designed Mantis, a 3D-printed, autonomous clipping machine for agroforestry. The machine was composed of 300 3D-printed parts. The prototype was designed using Rhinoceros 5, and 3D printed using an Ultimaker 2 Extended 3D printer. More

3D printed heart made from ‘elastomeric foam’ holds promise for prosthetics, robots

Oct.10, 2015 - Researchers at Cornell have developed a lightweight, flexible material which they hope will soon be used to create an artificial human heart. The new material, termed ‘elastomeric foam’, could potentially be used for prosthetic body parts, artificial organs, and soft robotics. More

Chinese scientists 3D print building blocks of liver, on course to 3D print entire organ

Oct.9, 2015 - Today it has emerged that a team of Chinese scientists are one step closer to producing a 3D-printed human liver, after they used a specialised 3D printer to build artificial versions of tiny sections of the liver known as hepatic lobules. More

Doctors use 3D printer to diagnose facial deformity in utero, safeguard baby before birth

Oct.9, 2015 - A team of doctors from the University of Michigan report using 3D printing technology to recreate the facial anatomy of an unborn child, whom they feared would been born with a facial deformity blocking its airway. More

3D printed cool Doodle Clock perpetually writes time on a magnetic board

Oct.9, 2015 - Professional architect and designing hobbyist Ekaggrat Kalsi has just shared his very cool Doodle Clock that continuously writes the correct time on a magnetic board (and erases it again). More

3D printing used for simple fabrication of complex microfluidic devices

Oct.9, 2015 - Researchers from the Laboratory of BioNanoTechnology at Wageningen University, Netherlands, have developed a new technique ESCARGOT for fabricating microfluidic devices, without the use of expensive materials or clean room facilities. More

Open Bionics unveils superhero-inspired 3D printed prostheses for kids: Iron Man, Frozen, Star Wars themed

Oct.8, 2015 - Open Bionics has designed a range of prostheses for children which are not intended to blend into the background, but rather to stand out and allow children to be proud of their prosthesis. More

Spanish artist Hugo Martínez-Tormo 3D prints light and sound using deconstructed 3D printers

Oct.8, 2015 - With two new works of art, called 3DsoundPrinter_Can and 3DlightPrinter_Glass Bottle, Spanish new media artist Hugo Martínez-Tormo 3D prints both light and sound for exhibition A.N.T. Arte y Naturalezas Tecnológicas, at the Punto Gallery, Valencia. More

Gwendoline Christie stars in Iris van Herpen's 3D printing Show as dress is 3D printed onto her

Oct.8, 2015 - 'Game of Thrones' star Gwendoline Christie has made it to the center of the biggest event in the fashion industry, Paris Fashion Week, by having an Iris van Herpen dress 3D printed directly onto her body. More

Take a look at the world’s fastest 3D-printed R/C car by James Beswick

Oct.8, 2015 - The world of R/C cars has also made use of 3D printing technology. James Beswick, one of just a few R/C drivers to have hit 200km/h, has developed the world’s fastest 3D-printed R/C car, and will stop at nothing until it breaks the R/C world record: 325km/h. More

New NFC Ring: wearable for unlocking mobile devices, transferring data supports 3D printing

Oct.8, 2015 - The team behind the NFC Ring have launched a Kickstarter campaign for their new 2016 model. Whilst this new model is being primarily marketed as a readymade, it is still possible to download and 3D print the new model using files provided by its makers. More

3D printed World of Warcraft figures made exclusively by FigurePrints and FabZat

Oct.7, 2015 - To bring the most intricate details of these characters to life as high quality, full-color 3D printed models, FabZat and FigurePrints have partnered up and been named as the exclusive European providers of 3D printed figures for the World of Warcraft Franchise. More

Valencians plan to build world’s largest 3D printed statue during annual Las Fallas Festival

Oct.7, 2015 - For the 2016 celebration, local 3D printing company Stuyo 3D is offering the chance to all Valencian citizens to be made into 3D printed models of themselves, which will be used to build a towering, 16 meter tall (52.5 feet) replica of the Ofrenda de Flores a la Virgen de los Desamparados. More

Adidas teams with Materialise to present Futurecraft 3D printed sneaker, the future of running shoes

Oct.7, 2015 - Adidas today unveiled their concept of the future of performance footwear with Futurecraft 3D, a 3D printed running shoe midsole that can be tailored to the wearer’s foot. More

Designer Mary Huang’s 3D printed action figures send positive message to female makers

Oct.7, 2015 - Tired of the stereotype that making is for men, pioneering designer and entrepreneur Mary Huang has created a line of custom 3D printed female action figures and a step-by-step guide to make them yourself. More

Upcoming hilarious stop motion show SuperMansion features unique 3D printed characters

Oct.7, 2015 - While Robot Chicken required arduous hand sculpting for just about everything, a significant portion of objects in upcoming hilarious stop motion show SuperMansion will have been made with 3D printers. More

Make brushing your teeth fun with these fantastic 3D printed tooth brush holders

Oct.7, 2015 - Murray Clark, also known as Muzz64 on THingiverse, has recently shared designs for Tooth Brush Standz, a set of 3D printed fun stick figure-like tooth brush holders that brighten up any bathroom and turn tooth brushes into toys. More

You'll soon be able to 3D print Nike shoes at your home, says Nike COO

Oct.7, 2015 - Nike COO Eric Sprunk recently attended and spoke at a GeekWire summit where he spoke of future Nike products and new innovations the company is pursuing. He believes there is the potential for consumers to print their own Nike shoes in their own home. More

Kickstarter underway for GustaVino, a modular 3D printed wine rack

Oct.7, 2015 - UK based Brazilian graphic designer Gustavo Arguello has designed a new modular 3D printed wine rack, perfect for the casual wine collectors, which he has called the GustaVino. More

Tech meets fashion: 3D print your own filament spool and earring carousel stand

Oct.7, 2015 - Creative Tools have created a bizarre but undoubtedly useful 3D-printed carousel stand for mini filament spools and earrings. Creative Tools have shared the STL files for the carousel over at Instructables. More

Designer Ryan Pennings 3D prints gorgeous algorithmic Percy Stools using industrial Kuka robot

Oct.6, 2015 - Australian student and industrial designer Ryan Pennings's Percy stools are fantastic and brightly colored creations that – with the help of industrial 3D printing – proudly show off really thick layers. More

11-year-old’s 3D printed diabetes test-strip device wins him a trip to NASA

Oct.6, 2015 - Tired of getting into trouble for leaving his diabetes test strips on the floor at home, 11-year-old William Grame came up with the idea to 3D print a device that can safely and hygienically save up to 50 used test strips at a time before needing to be emptied. More

Use 3Doodler to create new heads for Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ BB-8 Droid toy

Oct.6, 2015 - After having a play with the remote-controlled Star Wars: The Force Awakens’ BB-8 Droid toy and noticing its detachable magnetic head, 3Doodler team decided to 3D print some replacement nobs. More

3D printed antennas, spy cameras, talking helmets: New prospects for 3D printing in the military

Oct.6, 2015 - Last month at the annual Intelligence and National Security Alliance summit held in Washington, DC. Among the topics discussed, was an especially promising one: the potentials of 3D printing for military purposes. More

Mike Blakemore 3D prints fully movable, completely wireless animated humanoid robot head

Oct.6, 2015 - Designer and software developer Mike Blakemore from Hyperplane Interactive has designed and 3D printed an impressive wireless human head that can move, smile, tilt its neck and move its eyes, and freak people out. More

Maker designs 3D-printed Master Chief Halo 4 helmet

Oct.6, 2015 - An anonymous maker known only as ‘EggyMean’ has designed and built a 3D-printed Halo 4 helmet. The 3D-printed helmet, which is large enough to be worn, is made from around fifty 3D-printed components. More

SOLS Flex brings 3D printed custom insoles directly to consumers through iPhone app

Oct.5, 2015 - SOLS Flex are the first 3D printed custom insoles available directly to consumers, with the ability to absorb shock, alleviate heel pressure and respond to your individual gait. More

Autodesk takes major step into 3D printed footwear industry with Autodesk Footwear group

Oct.5, 2015 - Autodesk today confirmed its commitment to Digital Footwear Creation unveiling the Autodesk Footwear group, which combines products from the Delcam Crispin and Delcam Custom Orthotics Insoles lines into a single new brand. More

Hauke Scheer action-packed stop motion film with articulated 3D printed figures

Oct.5, 2015 - There are action figures, and then there are Hauke Scheer’s fully customizable, high-quality, hand-painted 3D printed action figures, with over 25 points of articulation and multiple faces to create different gestures and emotions. More

Nasim Sehat's Biz Eyes explores individuality with unusual 3D printed, detachable eyewear

Oct.5, 2015 - Thanks to Iranian architect Nasim Sehat, 3D printing’s role in fashion and design is being extended into eyewear with her most recent design venture called Biz Eyes. More

Florida forensic scientists to use 3D printing to recreate skulls from nine unsolved murders

Oct.5, 2015 - A team of Forensic scientists from the University of South Florida will 3D print skulls for facial reconstructions of the victims of nine unsolved murders in Florida in the hope that it will create new leads. More

Avengers: Age of Ultron’ fantastic Vision character brought to life with help from 3D printing

Oct.5, 2015 - Avengers: Age of Ultron was a hugely successful movie. In a recent interview prosthetics supervisor Nik Williams and make up boss Jeremy Woodhead revealed that much of the look of new character Vision was achieved with the help of 3D printed facial prosthetics. More

Dutch students start project for developing the first ever DIY 3D printed bicycle OBI

Oct.5, 2015 - The first ever do-it-yourself 3D printed bicycle is being designed by two Dutch industrial design students: the OBI, the open bicycle. The OBI bike is being developed as part of The Bike Project, and is being masterminded by enterprising industrial design students Stef de Groot and Paul De Medeiros. More

Moon Express contracts Rocket Lab for three 3D printed rocket-powered missions to the moon

Oct.5, 2015 - New Zealand based private firm Rocket Lab has announced a deal with Silicon Valley’s Moon Express startup for three 3D printed rocket-powered missions to the moon. More

3D printing company Branch Technology unveils America’s tallest 3D-printed object

Oct.5, 2015 - Branch Technology unveiled their latest creation: America’s tallest 3D-printed object, an 18 foot (5.5m) tall, 54 cubic feet sculpture. The additive manufacturing firm’s impressive sculpture is being exhibited at the Museum of Design Atlanta as part of the Designers, Makers, Users: 3D Printing the Future exhibit. More

3D printed fingers and fiber optical sensors could make robotic hands more dexterous

Oct.4, 2015 - Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University have developed a three-fingered soft robotic hand with multiple 3D-printed fiber optic sensors, together with a new type of stretchable optical sensor. The robotic hand, supported by NASA, is able to detect forces of less than a tenth of a newton. More

Build impossible towers with 3D printed Tricky Bricks

Oct.4, 2015 - Lucia Di Santo has invented that game that’s part Lego, part Jenga, and part mathematical engineering. Each 3D printed Tricky Brick has a different weight and balance to it, meaning you can connect and build them up into awkward, precarious and gravity-defying forms. More

Make metal parts with 3D printer using lost polymer casting method

Oct.4, 2015 - A former Electrical and Explosives Engineering student named Peter, going by the handle ‘lyratron’, has shared a handy method for making metal parts using a standard plastic-printing 3D printer. More

Designers 3D print gorgeous and recyclable Monicker Watch

Oct.4, 2015 - Designers Frederic Pieck and Rob Hendrickx have 3D printed very stylish recyclable Monicker Watch. This amazing Belgian design is truly a unique specimen in the world of stylish 3D printing, and have become one of the seven finalists in the Belgian Additive Design Challenge. More

3D printed heart helps facilitate successful surgery; holding his heart in his hands is 'amazing', says patient

Oct.3, 2015 - Thanks to a 3D-printed model of the muscular organ, surgeons were able to closely examine a replica of Nicholas Borgman’s heart, which provided them with further information and greater familiarity with its physiological defects. More

Maker uses 3D printing to create impressive scale models of Eve Online ships

Oct.3, 2015 - A game-loving maker named ‘Yueshi’ has developed a method for 3D printing scale replicas of ships from the massively multiplayer online role-playing game Eve Online. More

Norwegian designer releases ‘Plotclock for Dummies’ for 3D printed time-plotting robot

Oct.3, 2015 - Norwegian designer Kjetil Egeland wanted to devise clear and understandable instructions for 3D printed time-plotting robot that any one could follow. More

Drive safe and hands free with 3D printed Bsteady smartphone car mount

Oct.3, 2015 - Designed by the maker world’s sweetheart Susan Taing, the Bsteady is a smartphone car mount with a universal curved design that secures any phone into any car, allowing drivers to charge their phone and access GPS directions without taking their hands off the wheel. More

Here's how you can 3D print your own brain

Oct.3, 2015 - An Instructables user going by the fitting moniker of 3d_printed_brain has recently posted the steps for creating your own 3D printed brain, and it doesn’t seem to require too big of a brain to execute! More

Quebec University developing 3D printed hockey puck for the visually impaired

Oct.3, 2015 - Montreal’s visually impaired hockey team 'Les Hiboux de Montreal' (translated as the Owls of Montreal), have been finding ways to accommodate the sport to their needs. In order to build the puck, the team have opted to make its parts through 3D modelling and 3D printing, using polyurethane as the material. More

Funeral platform Yiko aims to promote cremation, reduce cost of burials with 3D printed urns

Oct.2, 2015 - China's funeral platform Yiko is trying to promote cremation as a more affordable and sustainable alternative by offering customers personalized, 3D printed urns. More

Japanese designer Ken Kawamoto reimagines 3D printing with 3D popup cards from 3D photos

Oct.2, 2015 - With an eye on getting the best possible quality, Japanese designer Ken Kawamoto has just shared a very intriguing alternative method for getting high resolution ‘3D printed’ photographs, relying on 3D cameras and regular photographic paper. More

Sensel Morph shape-shifting trackpad transforms into any device with 3D printed overlays

Oct.2, 2015 - With open source, customizable and 3D printable overlays, the Sensel Morph can go from QWERTY keyboard to paint canvas to drum pad in seconds, opening new possibilities for computer-human interaction. More

The first ever 3D printed 0.4mm kitesurfing tail can reach record-breaking speeds

Oct.2, 2015 - The first ever 3D printed fin measures only 0.4mm thick and easily propelled pro-surfer Sylvain Hoceini to 51 knots (95 km/h) during its first tests. The fin was designed by French kitesurf manufacturer PC² in collaboration with SLS France. More

University of Pittsburgh researchers are developing new 3D printed treatment for broken bones

Oct.2, 2015 - Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have been working on finding a way to use 3D printing technology in order to better repair broken and fractured bones without the use of metal pins and screws and they have potentially found a solution. More

Harvard's popupCAD origami-style 3D printable robots teach kids and beginners how to code

Oct.2, 2015 - Researchers at the Harvard Microrobotics Lab have developed a free software tool called popupCAD that allows beginners with little-to-no programming experience to design and build their own foldable laminate robots and machines. The models can then be 3D printed on plastic (or paper) with electronic components printed on top. More

New Zealand student is double finalist in Innovators competition for research into 3D printing recycled plastic to help Samoa

Oct.1, 2015 - Lionel Taito-Matamua’s thesis project, entitled Renewing Materials: 3D Printing and Distributed Recycling Disrupting Samoa’s Plastic Waste Stream, is a study into how 3D printing technology can create tools out of recycled plastic, which can in turn be used to combat the growing amount of plastic waste filling up landfills and waterways in Samoa. More

Disney Research designs 3D printed soft skins for kid-safe toy robots

Oct.1, 2015 - Disney Research has created a series of soft robotic limbs that can safely interact with delicate objects and eventually be made into a line of children’s toys that perfectly mimic—in both looks and movement—actual CGI movie characters. More

Beijing Design Week focuses on 3D printing, features large VULCAN structure made up of 1,100 3D printed units

Oct.1, 2015 - Beijing Design Week has put a strong focus on 3D printing technology. Perhaps the most impressive feature of this year’s BJDW is what is being hailed as one of the world’s largest 3D printed architectural structure. More

First ever 3D printed micro-needles a pain-free way to deliver drugs

Oct.1, 2015 - Scientists from the University of Akron and University of Texas today announced a pioneering technique for producing 3D micro-printed needles. The needles, measuring no more than 1 mm high, are made from a biomaterial that after painlessly delivering the drug would simply degrade into the patient’s body. More

Chinese cancer patient receives 3D printed titanium sternum implant

Oct.1, 2015 - n a recent case, the Hunan Cancer Hospital in China teamed up with the Hunan Dimension Intelligent Technology CO., Ltd. in order to fit one cancer patient with a 3D printed sternum bone replacement. More

University of Washington scientists develop 3D printing process to make realistic new ears

Oct.1, 2015 - A new study by two scientists from the University in Washington have come up with a clever solution, in which 3D printing is used to make perfect surgical ear models as reference guides during surgery. More

Vulcan Jewelry unveils fantastic Kinetic Ring with moving gems made with 3D printing

Oct.1, 2015 - Hong Kong-based designer Desmond Chan’s latest design, The Kinetic Ring, was inspired by kinetic rolling balls, but then features gorgeous rubies embedded in a wearable ring. More

MakerBot and TOM challenge makers to design better 3D printed assistive technology devices for people with disabilities

Sep.30, 2015 - MakerBot made available several free 3D designs for assistive devices, and challenged Thingiverse makers to improve on them and contribute further designs that could improve the quality of life for people like Lathrop. More

MIT's 3D printed soft robot hand can pick up and identify just about anything

Sep.30, 2015 - A new generation of modular, 3D printed soft robot grippers can easily pick up over 70 everyday times of different weights and sizes, ranging of stuffed animals to eggs to a single sheet of paper, without damaging or dropping them. More

MIT's multi-material MultiFab 3D printer could be used by U.S. military manufacture missiles on battlefield

Sep.30, 2015 - The U.S. Department of Defense’s official science blog released details of a powerful and versatile new 3D printer that can print up to 10 materials at once and embed electronics, circuits and sensors directly into the object, allowing it to create a finished products, from spare parts to war missiles, directly in the field. More

Handicapped kitten walks again thanks to 3D printed wheelchair built by two students

Sep.30, 2015 - Two 17 year olds students, Josh Messmer and Isaiah Walker from Walnut Grove Secondary School in British Columbia have created a 3D printed wheelchair for a handicapped kitten. More

3D printer acts as handyman for U.S. Coast Guard icebreaker boat

Sep.30, 2015 - For about three weeks in July, a MakerBot 3D printer was taken on a scientific mission aboard the Cutter Healy icebreaker, led by the Coast Guard Research and Development Center in New London. More

Indiegogo campaign launched for impressive 3D printed PiKon astro-cam

Sep.29, 2015 - A more affordable 3D printed astro-cam has just appeared on Indiegogo: the British-made PiKon, that simply relies on a Raspberry Pi and some 3D printed parts to capture gorgeous images of space. More

Build your own X01 Project 3D printed drone, inspired by prize-winning Xombie Lunar Lander

Sep.29, 2015 - Three passionate engineers in Greece have combined two of the hottest technologies making headlines this year—3D printing and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)—by designing and creating a fully 3D printed drone called the X01. More

You can now buy the first ever 3D Printed Pope Figurine

Sep.29, 2015 - Berlin based 3D printing company Staramba, known for creating photorealistic 3D printed figurines, has just announced the release of a particularly divine new 3D model: the Pope. More

3D printable smart toy Cannybot cars finds huge Kickstarter success almost immediately

Sep.29, 2015 - Called Cannybot, this is a British-made concept for smart racing cars for children that will help them understand the basics of programming and 3D modeling. It is also remarkably successful, having reached its crowdfunding goal of $40,000 almost immediately. More

Posture with Panache: TinkerCAD and Lumo Bodytech design 3D printed custom clasps for Lumo Lift

Sep.29, 2015 - The custom clasps by TinkerCAD can be 3D printed and then fitted with a magnet, covering the Lumo Lift without adding pinholes to your favorite shirts. The designs range from elegant crystal shapes to cheeky conversation starters. More

Talented maker builds 3D-printed ion thruster, shares files

Sep.29, 2015 - A talented creator named João Duarte HAS built a 3D-printed ion thruster, a type of electrical propulsion system used for spacecraft propulsion. An ion thruster Creates thrust by accelerating ions, using Either electrostatic or electromagnetic force. More

UC’s innovative 3D printing adsorptive media project & two others receives $3 million MBIE funding

Sep.28, 2015 - MBIE has recently allotted funding to a select number of science innovation proposals through their Science for Technological Innovation National Science Challenge. Among the selected projects are three from the University of Canterbury (UC) in Christchurch, one of which focuses on the development and potentials of 3D printed adsorptive media. More

ICE HOUSE 3D printed Mars habitat made entirely from ice wins NASA Challenge grand prize of $25,000

Sep.28, 2015 - The ICE HOUSE 3D printed Mars habitat project has been awarded the first prize in the NASA and America Makes’ 3D Printed Habitat Challenge. Their novel and highly advanced research in using 3D printing technology and the naturally-occuring ice found on Mars comes just in time. More

Atossa 3D printed high heels by Behrad Ghodsi bring comfort to consumer shoe market

Sep.28, 2015 - Tehran-based designer Behrad Ghodsi wanted to develop a range of concepts for 3D printable footwear that are at once stylish and comfortable, customizable and consumer-based, and to top it all off, made from sustainable materials. The result is Atossa, a 3D printed high heel for the consumer market. More

China successfully launches Pijiang-1 satellite featuring 3D printed parts into space

Sep.28, 2015 - Called the Pujiang-1, it is the Chinese first satellite to feature 3D printed parts and has just been successfully launched. The Pujiang-1 was one of four satellites that were carried into space on 25 September by the solid-fuel Long March-11 rocket. More

Scientists announce a method for 3D printing objects out of living human cells

Sep.28, 2015 - Scientists at the University of Florida developed a way to print detailed soft structures from a 3D printer. The new 3D printer is able to print traditionally ‘impossible’ shapes, such as a thin tube tied in a knot. More

Build your own 3D-printed mini USB vacuum cleaner

Sep.27, 2015 - One frustrated maker, confronted with endless sawdust and plastic shavings on his desk, set himself the task of making a 3D-printed mini USB vacuum cleaner to clean up the mess. More

Ilika PLC awarded £466,000 grant for research in 3D printed self-healing alloys

Sep.27, 2015 - Ilika PLC, an accelerated materials innovation company, have received a £466,000 grant for research research in 3D printed self-healing alloys. Ilika’s project in fact has two objectives. The first is to develop a new generation of self-healing alloys suitable for additive manufacturing processes. More

Tangible Instruments uses 3D printing to design Arpeggio monophonic synthesizer, set to launch on Kickstarter next week

Sep.26, 2015 - Los Angeles based company Tangible Instruments, LLC, will be launching a Kickstarter campaign for their versatile new electronic musical instrument, the Arpeggio. The instrument, which will ultimately be manufactured using an injection molding process, was developed using 3D printing technology. More

Unilever backs NoodVamp, a 3D printed spoon that lets you slurp without spills

Sep.26, 2015 - An amateur inventor from Sheffield, England, has 3D printed a detachable silicon spoon cover that he believes will change how we eat noodles forever. The NoodVamp, as he calls it, is being backed up by Unilever’s Pot Noodle and is set to be manufactured and delivered over the next two months. More

EOS and ASS Maschinenbau 3D printed grippers dramatically reduce waste of plastic pharmaceutical components

Sep.26, 2015 - Theo Hillers, a plastic injection-moulding specialist based in Germany, realized that their existing robotic handling system was causing excessive waste. Rather than accepting the structure’s flaw, they turned to 3D printing technology to re-invigorate the system. More

3DKitbash’s Kickstarter turns 3D printing into an intergalactic battle game to save planet Earth

Sep.25, 2015 - 3DKitbash team has found a way to incorporate Kickstarter, social media, and 3D printers to get players directly involved in the next chapter of Quin’s Saga like never before. More

Foster + Partners unveils designs for Mars settlement that could be 3D printed by robots

Sep.25, 2015 - Foster + Partners’ vision is to build 93 square-meter habitats that could house up to four astronauts at a time, using 3D printing technology and regolith—the loose soil and rocks that make up the Red Planet—as the building material. More

Drive cats (or anyone) crazy with 3D printed remote-controlled laser pointer

Sep.25, 2015 - A new creation by JJRobots allows you to build a portable laser pointer robot with 3D printed parts that can be controlled from up to 60 meters away with your smartphone or tablet device, and provide hours of fun. More

Take beautiful night-sky photos with 3D printed telescope adapter and smartphone

Sep.25, 2015 - If you’re camping, or out for a long drive, you can 3D print this handy tripod adapter, which allows you to mount the Celestron FirstScope to any camera tripod and take beautiful night-sky photos. More

Student Simon Philips creates impressive table design with 3D printed parts

Sep.25, 2015 - 21 year old interior and furniture design student from Belgium, Simon Philips, has garnered attention for his thesis project: a sleek table design which features 3d printed design elements. More

Caress of the Gaze 3D printed wearable reacts to the gaze of others

Sep.25, 2015 - Architect and interaction designer Behnaz Farahi has created a 3D printed wearable that provokes a sort of modern day mating ritual by detecting and then reacting to other people’s gaze with organic, life-like movements. More

Make your workspace work for you with 3D printed Metaform Portfolio by Herman Miller

Sep.24, 2015 - Iconic modernist furniture designer Herman Miller has introduced the Metaform Portfolio, a wide-range of 3D printed hooks, shelves and tools that allow you to completely customize your workspace. More

Sandia Labs combining 3D printing with topology optimization to aid national security

Sep.24, 2015 - Sandia is currently up to its necks in additive manufacturing research, and is combining 3D printing with ‘topology optimization’ technology in order to produce better parts for national security systems and other projects. More

New dinosaur species Ugrunaaluk kuukpikensis reconstructed thanks to 3D printed bones

Sep.24, 2015 - With the help of Geomagic 3D scanners and software, a Professor of Geology in Alaska was able to reconstruct a skeletal model of a newly discovered dinosaur for the first time using 3D printing. More

3D printed orthotics startup Andiamo selected as Richard Branson’s 'One to Watch 2016'

Sep.24, 2015 - UK based Andiamo has been selected as one of Richard Branson’s 'one to watch' companies. Founded by two parents, Naveed and Samiya Parvez, Andiamo started using 3D printing technology to create cost and time efficient orthotics. More

LED lights bring life to custom 3D printed Tinkerplay action figure

Sep.24, 2015 - In a new Instructable, Jason Cuenco shows you how to 3D print and build your own light-up action figure using Tinkerplay models, LED lights, and an Arduino-compatible Teensy board. More

Say Woof: 3D printed Pooch Selfie promises picture-perfect moments between you and your dog

Sep.24, 2015 - A 3D printed smartphone attachment, the Pooch Selfie is a simple device that attaches a brightly colored tennis ball above your phone’s camera, grabbing your dog’s attention so that you can get that perfect shot. More

Racing teams from China announce 2 new car designs featuring 3D printed steering wheels

Sep.24, 2015 - Students from the Hefei University of Technology in China unveiled their two new Formula 1 car models. Excitingly, both cars have been fitted with 3D printed steering wheels, which have been designed to better fit the driver’s hand, making driving and steering a more comfortable experience. More

Get ready to roll with 3D printed talking 20-sided dice

Sep.23, 2015 - If you’re looking for a cool party prop and are up for a demanding, multi-day, electronics and 3D printing-loaded challenge, Phil Burgess from Adafruit Industries has uploaded instructions on how to make your very own jumbo 3D printed talking D20 with customizable audio files. More

Bloodhound Supersonic car steered by 3D printing

Sep.23, 2015 - The Bloodhound Supersonic car, which is attempting to become the fastest land vehicle ever, is to be unveiled this week. A significant number of its components, including its extremely tailored steering wheel and carbon fibre nose tip, have been produced using 3D printing techniques. More

Students at WIT design fully functional 3D printed hexacopter drones

Sep.23, 2015 - A group of students from Wentworth Institution of Technology (WIT) in Boston, MA have worked in teams to create 3D printed fully functional additively manufactured Hexacopter drones, so named for their hexagonal shape. More

ORNL unveils integrated 3D printed house and car that produce and share clean energy

Sep.23, 2015 - At today’s EERE day, The Oak Ridge National Laboratory unveiled its Additve Manufactuing Integrated Energy (AMIE) project, a first-of-its-kind design that uses an integrated symbiotic energy system to share energy between a single-unit, 3D printed solar powered house and a 3D printed electric car. More

Argentinean student designs online 3D printing database for doctors

Sep.23, 2015 - An Argentinean industrial design student has designed an online database that will allow doctors from different locations and specialties to upload and share various clinical cases, including the extremely rare, and even 3D print models of patients’ bones to better study them and improve diagnoses. More

Kanye West as a fashion designer is scared of 3D printing technology

Sep.23, 2015 - On the most recent episode of Keeping Up With the Kardashians, this season’s premiere in fact, Kanye West made a rare appearance and dished on some of his technological likes and dislikes. 'I like robots,' he explains, but he is scared of 3D printing! More

Scientists develop 3D printed 'Edge Detector' that sorts sound waves

Sep.23, 2015 - Scientists from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH), Zurich, have used 3D printing to develop a new method to differentiate very weak and short sound waves from longer ones. More

Trinity, truly portable 3D printed wind turbine passes $50,000 Kickstarter goal

Sep.23, 2015 - Minnesota-based company Janulus has just launched the Trinity 3D printed Portable Wind Turbine Power Station on Kickstarter, an incredibly powerful and portable system capable of producing power for everything from your smartphone to your entire house and car. More

3D printed scaffolds allow for precise release of biomolecules into the human body

Sep.22, 2015 - In the wake of this exciting breakthrough, is another progressive use for 3D printing within the medical world, as researchers have found a way to release biomolecules into the body through a 3D printed scaffold with more precision than ever before. More

Harvard researchers design multi-material 3D printheads that change materials on the fly

Sep.22, 2015 - Harvard researchers has invented a method for integrating disparate materials and properties—including flexible and rigid materials, and conductive and resistive inks—into a single 3D printed object, opening up new possibilities for entirely 3D printed wearable devices, soft robots and electronics. More

Advanced Paving Tech' 3D Asphalt Paver to launch on Kickstarter on October 15

Sep.22, 2015 - John Smith, the founder of Advanced Paving Technologies has designed a 3D asphalt paver which could potentially revolutionize the existing method of paving and repaving roads, making the process 'better, faster, cheaper and cleaner'. More

'A Leg That Fits': 3D modeling and 3D printing give prosthetics and fairings a personal touch

Sep.22, 2015 - A pioneering collaboration between 3D Systems, Thinking Robot Studios, Geomagic Freeform software, and Canadian art graduate Natasha Hope Simpson has led to an innovative, artistic, and affordable way to mass customize and locally produce prosthetics and prosthetic fairings using 3D printing. More

3D printed model used to help remove part of 6-month-old-baby's brain growing through her face

Sep.22, 2015 - Six-month-old baby Kyra Duschene was born nine week early with a front encephalocele—a rare condition in which a part of her brain was growing through her nasal area. To make the surgery as safe as possible, the medical team used a 3D printer to replicate Kyra’s skull. More

14-year-old clockmaker Ahmed Mohamed, arrested for ‘hoax bomb’, receives 3D printer from Microsoft

Sep.21, 2015 - The multinational technology firm Microsoft expressed their support for Ahmed Mohamed, not through kind words, but by sending the young engineer a huge hamper of tech goodies, including a Cube 3D printer. More

Sciaky to highlight faster and scalable metal additive manufacturing system at Euromold

Sep.21, 2015 - Sciaky will unveil an extended lineup of EBAM 3D printing systems with new options for medium, large and extra-large part applications, making it the most widely scalable metal 3D printing solution on the market. More

United Nude teams with 3D Systems to 3D print high heels that look like an ice block

Sep.21, 2015 - United Nude partnered once again with 3D Systems to design and print the 21 cm (8”) tall wedges, which would make any wearer feel like a veritable Ice Queen. Each shoe is 3D printed out of three individual pieces on a CubePro printer using PLA material, plus a stitched leather strap. More

Make your own adorable robotic pal with 3D printable MiniPlan V5.0

Sep.21, 2015 - 3D printing is making it easier to build customizable, open-source humanoid robots. One of the latest versions of these humanoids is the MiniPlan V5.0, a compact, bipedal, Arduino-powered robot designed and 3D printed by George Chiou. More

You can 3D print your own Homo naledi, new species of human ancestor recently discovered

Sep.21, 2015 - The Homo naledi’s bones, hidden for so long in the cave, are now accessible to anyone, as the team of anthropologists and palaeontologists that discovered them have made digital copies of the bones allowing for them to be 3D printed by anyone with a 3D printer or access to a 3D Printing Hub. More

Solar Oxides, flexible photovoltaic solar cells created through 3D printing

Sep.21, 2015 - Spanish tech company Oxolutia has developed Solar Oxides, flexible photovoltaic solar cells that can be manufactured by 3D printing. Using conductive oxides, a non-toxic, stable, and low-cost material found abundantly in nature, the cells open up exciting new opportunities for generating low-cost solar energy. More

Texan maker Toby Lankford 3D prints cheap Raspberry Pi-based security camera for his farm

Sep.20, 2015 - This impressive Raspberry Pi Arduino-based security camera with a 3D printed container was designed by veteran Texan maker Toby Lankford, who actually uses it on his farm in Amarillo, Texas. More

PrintPut integrates simple touch and pressure sensors directly into 3D printed objects

Sep.20, 2015 - Researchers at Human Media Lab have developed resistive and capacitive input widgets for the creation of interactive 3D prints. The 3D-printed touch and pressure sensors were presented at the ‘Alternative Input and Output’ session of the INTERACT 2015 Conference (14-18 September) in Bamberg, Germany. More

Bend minds (not pencils) with the Pencil Puzzler 3D printed magic trick

Sep.20, 2015 - Pencil Puzzler is a 3D printed magic trick that lies in having two ‘pencils’ on hand. One in solid form, the other already cut into three even pieces. Of course the pencil is ever actually sliced up. More

Custom-made Lindsey Wixson doll MODOLL is world’s first 3D printed ‘supermodel’

Sep.19, 2015 - A collaboration between photographers Santiago & Mauricio, the Society Management, AY Collective, and 3D technology studio Fauxgraph, among others, has led to the creation of a 20-inch 3D printed doll based off the real-life American supermodel Lindsey Wixson. More

Gareth Ladley's 3D printed bespoke kitchen tools for chefs to revolutionize idling kitchen technology

Sep.19, 2015 - Gareth Ladley, a master in Industrial Design from the Central Saint Martins University of the Arts London, has focused his work on the concept of idling technology and has potentially found a way to minimize technological obsolescence using 3D printing technology, at least for in the kitchen! More

Maker develops 3D-printed, Arduino-powered dog feeder

Sep.19, 2015 - Some pet owners simply aren’t able to provide essential treats for their animal friends at the right time of the day, every day. Maker JonPaul Laskis has decided to combat this problem by designing a 3D-printed, over-engineered dog feeder, and the results look fantastic. More

Slicing technology from Materialise shaves kilograms off Toyota’s 3D-printed car seat

Sep.18, 2015 - The Japanese motor giant Toytota is doing the 3D-printing themselves to create a special lightweight seat. Wanting to produce a lightweight car seat prototype with a minimal volume and an optimal heat capacity, Toyota contacted additive manufacturing firm Materialise about the possibility of collaboration. More

Six year-old girl’s lung surgery assisted by 3D printed windpipe

Sep.18, 2015 - Doctors at the Great Ormond Street Hospital in London used a custom-made 3D printed windpipe to practice a delicate surgery, reducing the amount of time six year-old Katie Parke had to spend on the operation table and ensuring a safer procedure. More

First-of-its-kind, 3D printed guide helps regrow complex nerves after injury

Sep.18, 2015 - A national team of researchers has developed a first-of-its-kind, 3D-printed guide that helps regrow both the sensory and motor functions of complex nerves after injury. More

High-end, 3D printed fashion collection beautifully mimics sea creatures

Sep.18, 2015 - Three high-end and high-tech fashion pieces by Austrian architect and designer Julia Koerner used 3D printing materials and processes to turn the unique colors and textures of sea creatures into completely wearable designs. More

Laura Thapthimkuna launches Kickstarter for fully 3D printed Vortex Dress design

Sep.18, 2015 - Fashion designer Laura Thapthimkuna has just today launched a Kickstarter campaign for her new conceptual fashion project to be realized. The Vortex Dress, an entirely 3D printed dress design, was inspired by Thapthimkuna’s own fascination with the galaxy, space, and specifically black holes. More

3D printed wheels add superior drift to radio controlled LEGO car

Sep.18, 2015 - After some unsuccessful earlier attempts, an accomplished builder of LEGO R/C cars named Sariel has built a Nissan Skyline GT-R model equipped with bespoke 3D-printed wheels. More

Blokko launches XR-35 truck of new DIY 3D printed toy series 'Era of Drones'

Sep.18, 2015 - Blokko, the startup from Singapore whose mission it is to create 3D printed merchandise and toys based on stories and comics submitted to their online platform, have announced the launch of a new series of toys called “Era of Drones”. More

American Wind turns wind-generated electricy on its head with 3D printed MicroCube

Sep.18, 2015 - In order to demonstrate how his 3D printed MicroCubes could revolutionize the way we generate renewable energy, Yost, the founder of American Wind, will drive across the United States in an electric vehicle powered by four MicroCubes without stopping even once to plug in the battery for a recharge. More

Beyond Vision 3D prints blind-friendly fixtures to accommodate visually impaired employees

Sep.17, 2015 - In a video released today by Graphics/Systems, social enterprise Beyond Vision shows how they are combining the ‘poka-yoke’ philosophy with 3D printing to assist their blind employees. More

LumiPocket LT resin 3D printer surpasses Kickstarter goal; adds interchangeable heads, new project guides

Sep.17, 2015 - Last month we wrote about the LumiPocket LT, an all-in-one resin-based 3D printer, laser engraver and PCB etching machine. Their campaign surpassed its €39,000 fundraising goal after just two weeks, and with 20 days to go, is well on its way to hitting the €50,000 mark and beyond. More

Newly discovered dinosaur species’s skeleton completed with the help of 3D printing

Sep.17, 2015 - A new species of dinosaur has been discovered in the Judith River Formation in Montana by paleontologists from The Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center in Woodland Park. More

Canadian maker Terry Thillmann designs fantastic 3D printed drill press

Sep.17, 2015 - Hardcore tinkerer Terry Thillmann designed and 3D printed a fantastic drill press, as we see in maker spaces all over the world, but impressively just about the complete load-bearing structure was made with a desktop 3D printer. More

Australian student 3D prints smart leg prosthetic limbU packed with medical sensors

Sep.17, 2015 - The limbU, a prosthetic smart leg developed by student Troy Baverstock is absolutely packed with sensors for personal activities and for medical rehabilitation. More

MIT's new system can convert MRI scans into 3D printed medical models in a few hours

Sep.17, 2015 - Researchers from MIT and Boston Children’s Hospital have just announced the completion of an efficient system for transforming MRI scans into 3D printable medical models within a matter of hours. More

1st birthday celebrations for formerly conjoined twins saved by 3D printing

Sep.17, 2015 - Tyler and Tyson Proctor, a pair of formerly conjoined twins whose life-saving operation was helped by the use of 3D-printed models, have celebrated their 1st birthday in the hospital in which they were operated upon. More

Humble Bundle launches Total War Charity Bundle featuring Commander Leonidas Bust 3D printer files

Sep.16, 2015 - Total War, the popular war-themed computer strategy game series, has made available through Humble Bundle access to a wide range of its games, extra downloadable content, Total War themed e-books, and even a 3D printing file. More

Leading 3D artist Keith Brown transcends physical form with full-colour 3D printed sculptures

Sep.16, 2015 - Leading 3D artist Keith Brown's latest work utilizes the full-colour technology of Mcor 3D printers to create mind-bending 3D creations that go beyond what is possible in photographic or 2D forms. More

Finalists for NASA’s 3D printed Mars Habitat Designs Competition revealed

Sep.16, 2015 - As part of that interpretation, NASA announced a big Mars Habitat design competition last May, with the stipulation that all structures had to be 3D printable – and they have just announced the competition finalists over on the 3DP Challenge Tumblr. More

CubeForme launches 3D printing subscription box to promote and support 3D printing designers

Sep.16, 2015 - In an effort to further widen the appeal of 3D printing, California based start-up CubeForme has recently launched a $5,000 Kickstarter campaign for their exciting new concept: the CubeForme, a 3D printing subscription box. More

Dutch Education Minister Bussemaker wears 3D printed shoes and handbag during annual budget unveiling

Sep.16, 2015 - In the Netherlands, the Minister for Education, Culture and Science Jet Bussemaker wore a special outfit completely designed with revolutionary making technologies (including 3D printed shoes) to Prinsjesdag, the annual and traditional unveiling of next year’s budget. More

These cool & stylish 3D printed stackable battery holders are perfect for any home and workshop

Sep.16, 2015 - Just take a look at this fantastic and very stylish stackable battery holder developed by Massachusetts-based designer Adoniram Sides, which is a perfect addition to any garage, workshop or makerspace in which batteries always seem to be short in supply. More

China’s Liqui Moly racing team utilize 3D printing to enhance their Formula car design

Sep.16, 2015 - Southeast University in China, home of the SEU Liqui Moly Racing Team, has once again turned to 3D printing technology to help develop and improve their designs for formula cars. More

Loom Launcher 3D printed, multi-shot rubber band launcher exceeds 200% of Kickstarter goal

Sep.16, 2015 - Vancouver-based designer Adrian van Wijk has been busy inventing a completely original, 3D printed, mechanical, multi-shot, self-priming rubber-band launcher—a much more fun and infinitely less dangerous spin on the classic 19th century toy. More

Kickstarter underway for Print+’s 3D printed, customizable headphones

Sep.15, 2015 - Print+, a 3D printing design company founded by Patrick Schuur, that bases itself on the principle of DIY manufacturing, has recently launched a Kickstarter campaign for their first DIY 3D printed product: headphones. More

Overworld Designs creates working, 3D printed Furiosa prosthetic for cosplaying amputee

Sep.15, 2015 - Michelle Sleeper from Overworld Designs has created a fully functional, 3D printed Furiosa prosthetic for cosplaying amputee. Her hours of dedication and hard work paid off: the prosthetic was ready just in time for Vaughn to wear it to Dragon Con. More

3D printed Tadpole Endoscope device can improve cancer diagnoses

Sep.15, 2015 - A team from the Institute of Precision Engineering at the Chinese University of Hong Kong as developed 3D printed tadpole-like devices that can improve diagnosis of various cancers by entering the patient’s stomach and wirelessly transmitting images of what it sees. More

Adafruit shares designs for fantastic 3D printed Qi wireless charging stand for smartphones

Sep.15, 2015 - Adafruit’s in-house geniuses the Ruiz Brothers have just shared their designs for a Qi wireless 3D printed charging stand. This creation is truly an amazing one, while it is remarkably simple. More

Intel and Chromat unveil Curie-powered 3D printed responsive sports bra that prevents excessive sweating

Sep.15, 2015 - At the New York Fashion Week, Chromat and Intel debuted their 3D printed smart sports bra, that is filled with enough Intel power to sense changes in temperature, breathing and perspiration and will even open or close tiny vents to prevent excessive sweating. More

Fire & Bone returns with 3rd set of amazing 3D printed and wax cast miniature animal skulls

Sep.15, 2015 - New York-based Fire & Bone, a company specializing in high quality metal cast 3D prints of amazing miniature animal skull replicas, fall in that latter category, as they have now returned for a third time with another amazing set. More

18th century Sikh warrior Garja Singh brought to life with help of 3D printing

Sep.15, 2015 - In order to re-engage youth with their heriage, UK-based 3D artist and proud member of the Sikh community Taranjit Singh has designed a handsome, fierce-looking statue of a famous Sikh warrior and has raised the funds to mass produce the models for buyers worldwide. More

WASP’s Big Delta 3D printer has potential to build insect-repelling houses

Sep.14, 2015 - Currently the largest 3D printer in the world, WASP's Big Delta has huge potential for the 3D printed housing industry, particularly in poorer countries and during natural disasters and mass emergencies. More

NASA conducting tests on 3D-printed F-1 rocket engine parts against 1960's era part

Sep.14, 2015 - Now, engineers at NASA have been conducting tests on 3D-printed rocket engine parts, comparing their stability to equivalent parts made by traditional welding and forging. More

3D Printed chess game ‘Throne of Kings: The Art of War’ reaches Kickstarter goal of $5,000

Sep.14, 2015 - Throne of Kings: The Art of War, designed by Loveland, Colorado based company, Studioqubed, LLC, has taken the classic game pieces of chess and refashioned them in an intricate and exciting way using 3D printing technology. More

Brazilian surgeons use 3D printing in high risk surgery on 6-year-old suffering orbital hypertelorism

Sep.14, 2015 - A team of surgeons from Blumenau in Southern Brazil have used 3D printed surgical models to increase the likelihood of success of an operation on a tragic six-year-old girl suffering from orbital hypertelorism. More

First ever pectus excavatum correction surgery with 3D printed titanium plate completed in China

Sep.14, 2015 - Doctors in the TangDu Hospital of the fourth Military Medical University in Xi'an city, Shaanxi province, China, have recently and successfully completed a complex pectus excavatum procedure in which a 3D printed titanium alloy plate was implanted into a young girl’s chest all. More

Developer creates 3D-printed ‘Spider Robot’ and shares 3D printing files online

Sep.14, 2015 - A 3D printing enthusiast going by the online handle of RegisHsu has developed an eerily lifelike ‘Spider Robot’ (with four legs), sharing its build instructions and 3D printing files via Instructables. More

Wayfarer Tactics, fantastic 3D printed modular miniature wargaming system now on Kickstarter

Sep.14, 2015 - And with new gaming format Wayfarer Tactics (now on Kickstarter), Ill Gotten Games is betting everything on 3D printing; all you need is their rulebook, their free and downloadable scenery and miniature models and your imagination, and a whole new wargaming universe opens up to you. More

3D printed guerilla street art gives a voice to refugees

Sep.13, 2015 - A Netherlands-based art collective is using guerilla-style tactics and tiny 3D printed figurines to make a big statement about the ongoing refugee crisis. By shining a light on individuals from all over the world in an unexpected way, they hope to strengthen empathy and social cohesion within the Dutch community and abroad. More

3D printed sand castle tools ‘made with math to play with math’

Sep.13, 2015 - Two separate Thingiverse users from the sunny Pacific North West came the same conclusion this summer, and decided to design 3D printable tools that will mathematically enhance your sand castle creations. More

3D printed portable toilet collects plaudits at China International Tourism Expo

Sep.12, 2015 - Shanghai Huajie Eco-environment Engineering Co.,Ltd's radical sanitary offering is a partially 3D-printed portable toilet made using unique modular assembly technology. To add an aesthetic touch, geometric modeling has been used to create a stylish surface for the toilet which resembles tree trunk lines in a forest. More

Free 3D Printable of the Week: Don Foley's 3D printed CSS Georgia steamship

Sep.12, 2015 - Built in Savannah, Georgia in 1862, the CSS Georgia was designed to be an ironclad warship. However Instead of being a mighty ironclad, it was relegated to being a gunship at anchor to protect Savannah. Fast-forward to the Summer of 2015. 3D print designer Don Foley decided to re-create what was known about this ironclad ship using 3D printing. More

Kickstarter Underway for 3D Printed Board Game ‘Walls’

Sep.12, 2015 - Walls was conceptualized and developed by Dustin Fausett and his group of Boy Scouts in Springville, Utah. The grid is perforated with small holes at each corner in which the 3D printed small plastic walls can be placed. More

Relive ancient Japanese battles with Rinkak Decobobo 3D printed maps

Sep.11, 2015 - Rinkak Marketplace's new Deco Bobo 3D Maps offer history buffs, students, and tourism professionals the chance to recreate and customize realistic, tactile maps of eight famous battles, and to 3D print them in full-color sandstone. More

Hornucopian Dronepipe: 3D printed musical instrument unlike anything else

Sep.11, 2015 - The 'Hornucopian Dronepipe', a kind of 3D-printed didgeridoo, is part of ‘MULTI’, an entirely 3D-printed art installation at the 3D Print Design Show at the Javits Convention Center, New York. More

French scientists develops SFERO, 3D printable houses that can be built on Mars

Sep.11, 2015 - Decades ago, both the idea of living in space and the concept of 3D printing seemed straight out of science fiction. Today, French scientists are developing a way to 3D print houses directly on Mars—and it’s not as far-fetched as you’d think. More

Next gen Strassell Guitar features 3D printed bridge pickup cartridges that can be swapped in seconds

Sep.11, 2015 - With the help of 3D printing, the Brooklyn-based Strassell Guitars have come up with a fantastic concept: 3D printed bridge pickup cartridges that are easily swapped in seconds, completely transforming the guitar. This fantastic concept has just launched on Indiegogo. More

Open source 3D printing has high rate of return on investment, Joshua Pearce says in new study

Sep.11, 2015 - A brand new study by Michigan Tech professor Joshua Pearce, offers a strong defense of open source 3D printing, arguing that it has a high rate of return on investment and that it will make science cheaper and more accessible. More

Cancer patient receives 3D-printed sternum and ribs in world-first surgery

Sep.11, 2015 - Australian 3D printing company and government-backed Lab 22 3D printed the world’s first sternum and rib cage for a Spanish cancer patient. This remarkable implant was fully customized to replace the damage caused by a chest wall sarcoma. More

3D printed, GPS-enabled Camera Restricta prevents generic photos at popular sights

Sep.10, 2015 - To prevent any more of these yawn-worthy shots, a new camera device, assembled with a 3D printed body, uses invisible metadata to determine if too many photos have been taken in a particular spot, and if so, physically restricts the user from taking anymore. More

Croatian cancer patient receives world’s first 3D printed acrylic vertebrae

Sep.10, 2015 - Croatian doctors at the Neurosurgical Clinic in Rijeka have inserted a custom, 3D printed acrylic vertebrae into a 77-year-old patient, marking the first such surgery in history. More

Sarah Graham turns to 3D printing for unique, highly-detailed jewelry

Sep.10, 2015 - Sarah Graham's trademark, detailed yet delicate and inspired by nature designs, have remained popular throughout her career. In recent years her process has undergone a change, however, as she has begun to incorporate 3D printing into her jewelry making. More

Creator Kits launches 3D printed knife kit on Kickstarter, planning a series of 3D printable model kits

Sep.10, 2015 - The goal of Creator Kits is to launch a series of model kits containing a few components, 3D printable files and a tutorial that makes the hobby far more accessible and understandable, and they have just launched the first set on Kickstarter: a knife kit with a 3D printed handle. More

FASTRAX's 3D printing attachment transforms CNC mills into 3D printers, now on Kickstarter

Sep.10, 2015 - FASTRAX has developed a 3D printing attachment that can be added to many CNC mills, without sacrificing the milling function itself. What’s more, they say that the quality is amazing. More

Fantastic Garibaldi Denim Watches debut on Indiegogo with the help of 3D printing

Sep.10, 2015 - Making its appearance on Indiegogo just a few days ago, the fantastic Garibaldi Japanese Selvedge Denim Watches – which have been developed with 3D printers – are a perfect addition to any stylish, modern and urban individual. More

Leaked photo of TSA’s Master Luggage Keys leads to 3D printed copies of them

Sep.10, 2015 - After the Washington Post clumsily published a photo of the TSA’s master luggage key in an exposé on airport security and flyers’ luggage, some makers took it upon themselves to design and release CAD files of the master keys based off the photo. More

3D printed traps from UC Riverside could save thousands of bug-infested trees in Southern California

Sep.10, 2015 - The flying beetle is responsible for infecting and killing more than 200 species of trees in Southern California region. Researchers from the University of California Riverside have created a 3D printed trap to track the bug and understand its behaviour so that a permanent solution can be found. More

How a mustachioed Duchamp chess set is opening the dialogue on 3D printing and copyright laws

Sep.9, 2015 - Scott Kildall and Bryan Cera are back with a new 3D design project titled 'Chess with Mustaches,' a playful, bold, and very well-thought out answer to the Duchamp Estate, which they hope will get people talking about the lines between intellectual property, artwork, and where 3D printing and Internet remixes fit into the debate. More

MIT lab's FitSocket measures human limb tissue to 3D print better-fitting prosthetics

Sep.9, 2015 - Researchers at MIT’s biomechatronics group are developing a non-invasive tool that can sense the soft-tissue properties in human limbs, measuring which areas are softer or harder due to bones, muscles or nerves. This data can then be used to 3D print custom sockets for prosthetic-wearers. More

‘Precious’ 3D printed gold aims to revolutionize UK jewellery industry

Sep.9, 2015 - Five UK companies have teamed up for the project Precious, including software provider Delcam, precious metal supplier Cooksongold, and Dean’s own studio FutureFactories. The first collection of 3D printed 18 carat gold pieces has been unveiled at the Birmingham City University’s School of Jewellery. More

Neri Oxman who plans to '3D print' buildings wins Vilcek Prize

Sep.9, 2015 - With the help of a collaboration with orthopedic surgeon Dr. Hans-Rudolf Weiss (from Gensingen, Germany), the Chinese team of researchers developed their country’s first customized back brace specifically for the treatment of Scoliosis. More

Lewis Grand Hotel teams with Andrey Rudenko to develop world's first 3D printed hotel, planning construction of homes

Sep.9, 2015 - The innovation-minded Lewis Grand Hotel in the Philippines, owned by entrepreneur Lewis Yakich, has begun work on a massive 3D printed expansion of the hotel. What’s more, they are already planning to follow this up with a series of 3D printed commercial homes. More

3D printed fantastic and fun Skittle Sorting Machine sorts each Skittle by color

Sep.9, 2015 - One Hackaday user has created the ultimate machine for all those picky Skittle eaters out there. Called the 3D printed Skittle Sorting Machine, it has been designed by Nathan Peterson with the express purpose of dividing each Skittle based on color. More

Printhese, Roel Deden's reimagined 3D printed arm prosthesis wins Dutch James Dyson Award

Sep.9, 2015 - Dutch designer Roel Deden is forcing us to rethink those prosthetic shapes with a brand new and 3D printed arm prosthesis called Printhese, for which he has rightly won the Dutch James Dyson Award 2015. More

Fake 3D printed security seals used to mask pharmaceutical heist

Sep.8, 2015 - A report this week coming out of Europe has revealed that cargo thieves have found a way to clone security seals using 3D printing technology, and have used the method to successfully hijack cargo from a pharmaceutical shipment. More

Make a 3D printed camera slider for just $20

Sep.8, 2015 - While the majority of sliders are motorized, and some are expensive and heavy to carry around, Dan from the new series DIY Dudes has released a free guide to making your very own camera slider from aluminum and 3D printed parts, all for under $20. More

Maison 203 presents a nature-inspired clutch made entirely by 3D printing

Sep.8, 2015 - The Italian design house Maison 203, which specializes in creating contemporary 3D printed jewelry, has recently released its first entirely 3D printed clutch, known as Armure. More

Ballantine’s designs 3D printed 'space glass' for drinking Whiskey in zero gravity

Sep.8, 2015 - Scottish whiskey distiller Ballantine’s has successfully commissioned a stylish 3D printed whiskey glass made for the microgravity conditions of space. The Space Glass’ prototype was tested and further developed in microgravity at Germany’s ZARM drop tower. More

Finnish friends use miniFactory 3D printer to complete cool Ghostbusters outfit for summer festival

Sep.8, 2015 - A team of guys recently attended a huge summer festival Provinssirock in their native country, and used their MiniFactory 3D printers to complete an immensely cool Ghostbusters outfit to complete the experience. More

More revealed about 3D printed Acetabular Cup formally approved for hip surgery in China

Sep.8, 2015 - New reports are coming in about how remarkable these 3D printed titanium acetabular cups, that have been formally approved for use in China. Among others, they will be more affordable, easier to manufacture, will last longer and reduce the risk of subsequent complications. More

Haier unveils new standing 3D printed air conditioner with gorgeous pattern inspired by fish scales

Sep.8, 2015 - Haier Group unveiled their second 3D printed air conditioner at the German IFA exhibition last week, a standing machine with a gorgeous pattern inspired by fish scales. More

Dutch maker designs stunningly realistic AER9 Laser Rifle from Fallout franchise

Sep.7, 2015 - Dutch maker dragonator has created a remarkable 3D printed replica of the iconic AER9 Laser Rife from Fallout franchise. Fortunately, with the help of an excellent tutorial, you can now 3D print your own. More

Make professional-quality footage using 3D printed OpenSAM camera stabilizer

Sep.4, 2015 - The 3D printed OpenSAM camera stabilizer was developed by engineering students Oliver Topp, Henning Si Høj and Mathias Grelck Johnsen. The concept is simple: a mechanical creation that holds your camera and compensates or negates any shaking caused by movement. More

Former SpaceX exec uses 3D printing to reinvent comfortable high heels

Sep.4, 2015 - Dolly Singh, one California-based designer, is embracing 3D printing technology as the solution to relieve women of a torture device that has been commonly worn in society for about two centuries: the high heel. More

Yogo the Dog receives successful 3D printed leg prosthesis

Sep.3, 2015 - Excited and happy, Yogo was like all the other dogs, playing and running around, save for one thing: his customized 3D printed prosthetic leg. Yogo, only a year old, suffers from a congenital atrophy in his right front leg and before being fitted for a leg prosthetic was unable to walk properly. More

Local Motors partners with UNLV on autonomous, self-driving 3D printed cars

Sep.3, 2015 - Local Motors announced a partnership with the University of Nevada – Las Vegas (UNLV) with the express purpose of creating autonomously driving 3D printed cars. More

3D printed bird repellent to save rice farmers’ harvest

Sep.2, 2015 - An improved and updated version of 3D printed bird repellent, which was previously used to keep birds away from electrical and power stations, is now being adapted to be used in rice fields to help farmers protect their crops from sparrows. More

Researchers design 'MAZE Hairbrush': an easy to clean, 3D printed hairbrush

Sep.2, 2015 - The design of the 3D printed hairbrush, what Scott Shim has named the MAZE hairbrush, resembles exactly that as the bristles of the brush are attached to a series of mazelike rows that make up the back of the brush paddle. More

Fully functional scale model of Boeing 787 Jet Engine made on household 3D printer

Sep.2, 2015 - An impressive feat for household makers everywhere, a member of the RC Groups forum (a Radio Control model community) that goes by the name of Harcoreta, managed to successfully design and additively manufacture a fully functional scale model of a Boeing 787’s GE manufactured turbofan jet engine. More

Peugeot Fractal concept car, packed with 3D printed interior, to debut at Frankfurt Auto Show

Sep.2, 2015 - New design concept of the Peugeot Fractal, which is set to debut later this month at the Frankfurt Auto Show in Germany, is absolutely packed with futuristic technology and 3D printed parts, including more than 80 percent of all trim surfaces of the interior. More

Tumblr blogger crafts 70lbs resume from 3D printed model for game designer job

Sep.1, 2015 - Tumblr user Mr. Deep Immersion recently pushed the limits of creative and standout resumes when he crafted one to resemble a medieval stone tablet. More

German pensioner 3D prints amazing functional planes with up to 2m wingspan

Sep.1, 2015 - Few flying projects we’ve seen so far have been more impressive than the 3D printed, fully functional and very cool plane series (with a wingspan up to an impressive 3 meters) developed by Cults3D user Michael Christou, which is all the more special because he is actually a pensioner. More

Scientists unveil DNA-guided 3D printing of human tissue for use in drug screening, cancer research

Sep.1, 2015 - A team of San Francisco scientists have just shared a breakthrough technique to 3D print tiny models of human tissue for use in drug screening, cancer research and eventually even complete transplantable organs. More

3D printing used to prove Bronze Age Irish spear butt is actually musical instrument

Sep.1, 2015 - PhD student and archaeologist Billy Ó Foghlú from the University of Canberra has used 3D printing to recreate a replica of what people thought was a Bronze Age Irish spear butt. And it turned out to be part of a musical instrument. More

3D printed hip prosthesis formally approved by China’s Food and Drug Administration

Sep.1, 2015 - China’s Food and Drug Administration announced that China’s self-developed 3D printed hip replacement (joint) has been commercially certified by the required state departments, and is set to be put to large-scale clinical use. More

'Your Nyth, Your Style': ROCCAT introduces 3D print library for its Nyth MMO mouse

Aug.31, 2015 - In the wake of the release of the Roccat Nyth MMO Mouse, a fully modular and customizable specialty gaming mouse, the Hamburg based company Roccat has launched its own 3D Print Library from which gamers can choose and purchase their additional parts and buttons. More

Zortrax emphasize customization with impressive 3D printed loudspeaker

Aug.31, 2015 - Polish 3D printer manufacturers Zotrax has just vigorously argued that we shouldn’t be looking at 3D printers for mass-production, but always for customization – something emphasized through very cool looking 3D printed loudspeaker. More

Animotus, 3D printed GPS-like guidance cube changes shapes to point you in the right direction

Aug.31, 2015 - Adam Spiers has developed a remarkable immersive story-telling game set in the complete darkness of an abandoned London church, in which players can navigate through rooms and events using a 3D printed guidance cube that points them in the right direction. More

Pentagon teams up with Apple, Boeing to develop flexible 3D printed wearables

Aug.31, 2015 - Defense Secretary Ash Carter has just announced a new partnership with a large conglomerate of 96 companies, 42 universities called FlexTech Alliance to develop the next-generation range of 3D printed wearables. More

‘Maker Dad’ creates son Optimus Prime Transformer birthday cake using 3D printed components

Aug.28, 2015 - With the goal of making his son’s dreams come true (like most good parents), Youtuber Russell Munro (AKA ‘Russellmunro’) and his wife recently went through the effort of creating a customized Transformers-themed transforming birthday cake starring none other than Optimus Prime himself. More

Hardware developer aims to create working ‘Baby-EMdrive’ Thruster using 3D printed components

Aug.28, 2015 - Among others is a new(ish) type of thruster invented by Roger Shawyer called the EMdrive. Unlike other propulsion systems that rely on repelling mass to produce thrust, the EMdrive can convert electrical energy into thrust directly - or so has been speculated. More

Modern-Day 'Monument Men' believe 3D cameras and 3D printers could save IS-threat artefacts

Aug.28, 2015 - Oxford and NYU universities recently announced that a team consisting of modern-day “Monument Men” will be “flooding” Syria and Iraq with 3D cameras to catalogue buildings of historical significance, preserving knowledge of them should they be obliterated by the area’s terror groups - such as ISIS. More

Limbitless Solutions launches campaign to send 75 3D printed bionic arms to displaced Syrian children

Aug.28, 2015 - Limbitless Solutions has launched a crowdfunding page through Indiegogo that aims to raise US$40,000 to help send 75 bionic limbs and books to displaced Syrian kids, after Limbitless teamed up with Help Syria. More

Professor uses 3D printed vegemite to power LEDs - could this be the future of edible electronics?

Aug.28, 2015 - ot only has professor Marc in het Panhuis successfully 3D printed Vegemite, he has proved that the material is an ideal conductor of electricity. Could this be the future of edible electronics? More

3D printing helps surgeons successfully complete intracranial aneurysm surgeries for 50-year-old

Aug.28, 2015 - Neurosurgeons in China are applying 3D printing to very complex brain surgeries to deal with intracranial aneurysm patients. Since 2014, they have dealt with about 10 patients this way, recently tackling another. The tenth patient was the fifty-year-old Li Yimu, from Quanzhou, China. More

North Drinkware used 3D printing to design awesome Mt. Hood Pint Glass, raised over $531K on Kickstarter

Aug.28, 2015 - North Drinkware was so successful earlier this year with extremely cool pint glasses featuring Oregon’s iconic Mount Hood embedded in the bottom, a product realized with the help of 3D printed prototyping. More

Artist Nitzan Kish 3D prints modular self-defense outfits with integrated weaponry for women

Aug.28, 2015 - Nitzan Kish's 3D printing ‘Me, Myself & I’ project is a gorgeous, yet slightly intimidating modular set of self-defense wearables for the modern women. And with this project, she certainly approaches 3D printed clothing from a very unusual perspective. More

WonderLuk online file sharing platform to launch 3D printed jewellery pop-up

Aug.27, 2015 - This weekend, WonderLuk is holding their first-ever 3D printed jewellery pop-up shop in Boxpark, Shoreditch - leading up to London’s Fashion Week. Already, the company has worked with some prominent 3D artists around the world including New York fashion designer Francis Bitonti. More

More fashion designers turn to Ultimaker to bring 3D printed fashion designs to the catwalk

Aug.27, 2015 - While the various 3D printed fashions of the past certainly garnered attention in their own right, a new crop of designers are paving their own path with 3D printed fashions and coincidentally, many of them are doing so using an Ultimaker 3D printer. More

Use a 3Doodler 3D printing pen to create an incredible multi-colored lampshades

Aug.27, 2015 - 3Doodler expert Grace Du Prez has created a collection of lampshades using the 3Doodler in combination with a handful of household items. Better yet - she’s even shared the instructions on how to make your own ‘3D printed lampshade’ using simple step-by-step instructions. More

3D Systems introduces new next generation 3DMe Photobooth with enhanced user experience

Aug.27, 2015 - 3D Systems has unveiled today their new generation of 3DMe Photobooth with enhanced user experience, aiming to bring the full 3DMe experience to retail spaces and events. More

Tiny 3D printed smart microfish robots may deliver drugs in your blood

Aug.27, 2015 - The 3D printed smart ‘microfish’ robots, developed by a team of researchers from the University of California can be used to inject in bloodstreams and perform complex medical tasks. The diverse capabilities attributed to them include functioning as sensors, detoxification, directed drug delivery and much more. More

ACROBOTIC launches smart LED pixel set Pulsar, builds 3D printed soundless clock and more wit hit

Aug.27, 2015 - Pulsar is a set of smart, wireless and wearable LED pixels. As its makers ACROBOTIC illustrate with a 3D printed soundless alarm clock, is perfect for 3D printing. More

NASA successfully tests 3D printed turbopump for rocket propulsion, reaching 90,000 rpms

Aug.27, 2015 - NASA has just successfully tested a 3D printed turbopump for in a rocket engine at their Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. During the test with liquid hydrogen propellant, the turbopump was able to generate and withstand more than 90,000 revolutions per minute (or rpms). More

The impressive Loom Launcher 3D printed rubber band launcher is made from a single 3D printed part

Aug.26, 2015 - The Loom Launcher, 3D printed, mechanical, multi-shot, self-priming, rubber-band launcher was born. Perhaps what’s most impressive however, is that the Loom Launcher can be created in a single print without the need for assembling multiple parts - the result of over two-dozen prototypes and many keyboard strokes. More

3D printed wheelchair Hand Drive is an affordable replacement to expensive lever-powered wheelchairs

Aug.26, 2015 - The 3D printed wheelchair Hand Drive attachment - which aims to be an affordable replacement to the otherwise expensive lever-powered wheelchairs that retailed for up to $10K - was developed to be used with existing wheelchair designs. More

Doctors use 3D printing to save boy with severely deformed legs & 'Porcelain Doll' condition

Aug.26, 2015 - A six-year-old boy named Xiao Feng - who suffers from osteogenesis imperfecta - underwent a surgical procedure to help solve his problem with the aide of 3D printing. More

Aussie couple uses 3D printing to develop Lenzcase: an iPhone 6 case that also holds your reading glasses

Aug.26, 2015 - The Lenzcase is a sleek iPhone 6 case that is hardly bigger than a typical case, and yet holds a pair of reading glasses and an efficient spring-loaded extrusion mechanism. Developed by an Australian couple using 3D printing, this is the perfect solution for people who don’t want to carry a bulky case around. More

MyStemKits takes 3D printing platform for STEM education to Kickstarter

Aug.26, 2015 - A new educational 3D printing platform called MyStemKits, which has been specifically made for STEM teachers and students, has launched a very promising Kickstarter campaign. More

3D printed DreamMe allows you to see your Smartphone screen on your ceiling at night

Aug.26, 2015 - Invented by German Yvonne Joh, the DreamMe is a low-cost 3D printed projection unit you place on top of your smartphone to project visible, but not disturbing info on your bedroom ceiling. More

8-year-old Omkar’s 3D printed O Watch kit launches on Kickstarter

Aug.26, 2015 - 8-year-old aspiring programmer and maker Omkar Govil-Nair has developed his very own 3D printed O Watch smartwatch. They have now launched 3D printed O Watch smartwatch on Kickstarter and have already gathered more than $9,000 in pledges, of a $15,000 goal. More

RedWorks seeks to 3D print housing on Mars using in situ resources & generative design-based 3D printing method

Aug.25, 2015 - A team of aerospace engineering and additive manufacturing efforts at RedWorks has been combining the best of their abilities to develop a solution for creating on-demand habits using readily available dirt on Mars. More

RETR3D platform lets users turn e-waste into 3D printers for developing countries

Aug.25, 2015 - UK charity Techfortrade has been actively developing ways to put 3D printers into the hands of those in developing countries to enable them to create their own customized solutions. Their solution came in creating a piece of software that enables creators to take e-waste components and use them to build 3D printers. More

Gartner says medical applications are leading the next generation of 3D printing hype

Aug.25, 2015 - In a newly-released “Hype Cycle for 3D Printing 2015” report from the company, Gartner researchers are claiming that a large amount of 3D printing growth in the past year has been linked to advancements in medical applications and certain specialist applications are already becoming the norm in medical care. More

The Cosmogony 3D printed prosthetic hand features a built-in space-themed game

Aug.25, 2015 - Debbie Leung, an electrical engineer who has been experimenting with 3D printing technology for the past couple of years, has been actively developing Cosmogony - a cyborg hand that features a built-in game called "Expand Your Universe". More

Adafruit shares designs for very cool and stylish 3D printed 10" Raspberry Pi Tablet

Aug.25, 2015 - The Ruiz bros have now tackled something that we were hoping for ever since seeing their Raspberry Pi Mini Computer and this PC monitor: a 3D printable tablet. More

Raspberry Pi powered MrRobot lets users control 3D printable Rapiro robot using an Ubuntu phone

Aug.25, 2015 - Hacker Joseph Wang gave a new dimension to the 3D printable Rapiro robot by building an app that enables the robot to make R2D2-like noises and interact with the user. Called MrRobot Project, this fun little creation completely revolves around the educational and open-source Rapiro robot. More

Open Bionics affordable 3D printed 3D-printed prosthetic hand wins UK James Dyson Award

Aug.25, 2015 - British Open Bionics' affordable 3D-printed prosthetic hand that can be customized and made more cheaply than current alternatives wins this year's UK James Dyson Award. More

Loving mother creates 3D printed box for coating bitter pills with chocolate for son with Crohn's Disease

Aug.24, 2015 - Mother Dully Katzeff found a solution for her son’s constant need to take medications he didn’t like in the form of the Pill Coater - a 3D printed box that is able to cover her son’s medication in chocolate. More

Imec and TU Delft develop revolutionary wireless EEG headset using 3D printing

Aug.24, 2015 - Imec and TU Delft have announced a new wireless electroencephalogram (EEG) headset that can be worn comfortably and achieves a high-quality EEG signal. The base of the headset is 3D printed in a single piece. More

Redditor SexyCyborg designs cool 3D printed shoes filled with penetration test kit

Aug.24, 2015 - SexyCyborg is now back for more and has 3D printed a set of hollow high heels, with the express purpose of secretly carrying a penetration testing kit around. More

Nike 3D prints an amazing ferrofluid display, transforming KD8 sneaker into art

Aug.24, 2015 - By combing their iconic KD8 shoe with 3D printing and ferrofluids, Nike has created a mesmerizing and constantly changing work of art. It can be found in Niketown NYC in New York City. More

MIT closing in on Holy Grail with MultiFab 3D printer - prints 10 different materials in a single print run

Aug.24, 2015 - Researchers over at MIT have just unveiled the CSAIL MultiFab 3D printer which can print functional objects out of at least ten different material options in a single printing session. More

This very cool 3D printed RDAS Unfolding CubeSat rover robot can aid safety in disaster scenarios

Aug.22, 2015 - Erin Kennedy has used 3D printing to tackle very common issues: how do you safely transport and deploy robots in hazardous environments and then control it at a distance? Her solution is RDAS Unfolding CubeSat rover robot (short for Rapid Deployable Automation System. More

Australian man builds the first ever hybrid petrol/electric bicycle using UP Mini 3D printer

Aug.21, 2015 - One Western Australian man, David Kitson, has built the world’s first hybrid petrol/electric bicycle using an UP Mini 3D printer and an old bike. After finding the bicycle in a pile of trash over Christmas, David Kitson repaired it back into working condition - however he got the idea to go a step further and convert it into a hybrid bicycle. More

Autodesk teams with LLNL to design 3D printable objects (helmet) in next-gen materials

Aug.21, 2015 - Autodesk has announced a progressive collaboration with the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) with the purpose of using the latest software innovations to make 3D printable design of next generation materials possible. The first goal? To design and 3D print protective metamaterial helmets. More

Is 3D printing for all generations? YouTubers expose the elderly to 3D printer

Aug.21, 2015 - The team of YouTube professional behind the reaction videos of Fine Brothers Entertainment - who specialize in reaction clips - helped a group of elderly people get to grips with the basics of 3D printing, and you'd be surprized at how quickly they realize its potential. More

The + Shelf 3D printed joints let you design and construct your own modular furniture

Aug.21, 2015 - These fantastic 3D printed connectors called the + Shelf designed by Instructable user Shurly, enable designers and homeowners to easily create fantastic modular pieces of furniture. More

MIT's Mediated Matter unveils breakthrough G3DP glass 3D printer with stunning precision

Aug.21, 2015 - One design team at MIT called Mediated Matter has developed a 3D printing platform capable of 3D printing optically transparent works of glass with a remarkable level of precision. More

Ocean Alliance uses 3D printing to help make 'Snotbot', the whale snot-collecting drone

Aug.20, 2015 - Currently in existence as a Kickstarter campaign, the Snotbot initiative is currently raising awareness and funds to purchase and assemble a fleet of drones that can be used on expeditions to help collect samples, record data and provide other information as needed. More

3D printing helps London Underground's Victoria Station refurbishment

Aug.20, 2015 - Transport for London (TFL) turned to London’s Hobs Reprographics and their 3D printing know-how to communicate plans to upgrade the Victoria Station underground tube station to a number of stakeholders including contractors, neighbors and local authorities. More

Melissa Ng unveils her amazing collection of metallic 3D printed masks 'for dreamers'

Aug.20, 2015 - Aiming to help “dreamers find courage”, Melissa Ng designs and produces intricately-detailed 3D printed masks that are designed to help users “break through fear and self doubt and empower (themselves) to fight for (their) dreams.” More

Injured Brazilian toucan receives custom 3D printed beak prosthetic

Aug.20, 2015 - A toucan from Brazil who had lost a portion of its beak after flying into a window off the coast of São Paulo was also aided by a 3D printed prosthetic beak thanks to some generous locals who dedicated their time to helping the bird. More

Reinvent furniture with 3D printing: meet Voxel, a cube that acts both as a table or seat

Aug.20, 2015 - For a master’s course in Ex-Lab Digital Furniture Fabrication, architecture student Joshua Stellini employed 3D printing technology to reinvent furniture: through the strategic use of NinjaFlex tiles, he developed the Voxel cube that functions as both a table and a stool. More

3D printing helps UK designers develop The Nipper, 'The World's Smallest Phone Charger'

Aug.19, 2015 - Inspired by the need to create a portable, on-the-go power solution for smartphone users, designers Doug Stokes and Chris Tait of Design on Impulse in the UK recently created what they are calling “The World’s Smallest Phone Charger” - AKA “The Nipper”. More

Paralo turns to 3D printing to develop comfortable and cheap Google Cardboard headset

Aug.19, 2015 - Inspired by the ease of creating a smartphone mount with cardboard, Paralo team in Brooklyn, NY has developed a new type of virtual reality headset that’s designed to make the VR experience a much more fun and accessible experience for everybody. More

Studio Ilio designs impressive furniture using discarded SLS 3D printing waste

Aug.19, 2015 - Designers and recent Royal College of Art graduates Fabio Hendry and Seongil Choi found a way to recycle the discarded powder to create unique ‘3D printed’ furniture pieces and other small structures. More

Meet Paolo, a 3D printable minimalist electric scooter designed by Spanish artist Josep Bolart

Aug.19, 2015 - Spanish designer Josep Bolart has recently unveiled a 3D printable scooter called the Paolo. This is a minimalist electronic scooter that is ultra-cheap and can be made from recycled materials and even be (almost completely) 3D printed. More

Hong Kong unveils its first one-stop '3D Printing One' center to help educate citizens about 3D printing

Aug.19, 2015 - On Tuesday Hong Kong opened up '3D Printing One', their first 'one-stop' 3D printing education and support center which aims to both promote the understanding of and increase the adoption of 3D printing technologies to users in a range of different industry. More

9-month-old baby born with 5 holes in heart, 3D printed heart models help surgeons save his life

Aug.19, 2015 - The nine-month-old boy Chen Chen who was born with 5 holes in heart has just undergone successful and crucial heart surgery that had been prepared with the help of 3D printed heart models. More

ORNL develops 3D printed home and car that can power each other with solar or natural gas

Aug.19, 2015 - The Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) has developed a flashy 3D printed home and car with a progressive energy unit that enables owners to use their home (solar) to power their car, and the other way around (with natural gas). More

Dutch maker creates 3D printed glow in the dark Baneling creature from Starcraft 2

Aug.18, 2015 - The talented digital sculptor Andy de Bruin took to Zbrush to create a digital 3D model of ‘Baneling’ from the StarCraft 2 game and 3D printed it using different materials to highlight the creature’s unique attributes - including glow in the dark features made from Glow in the Dark PLA. More

Italian photographer develops new extruder with WASP for 3D printing with light

Aug.18, 2015 - Italian artist Gianluca Pugliese (aka ‘Owen’) used a 3D printer for light painting. Light painting, which is actually a form of photography rather than painting, is when a camera’s exposure time is set for a prolonged amount of time in a dark environment while a light moves within the frame. More

US Air Force's new flexible 3D printed electronics can monitor health and help us stay safe

Aug.18, 2015 - The US Air Force and the American Chemical Society have used 3D printing technology to develop flexible hybrid electronic materials that are small, compact, powerful and above all able to withstand extreme external pressures – thus perfect for use on aircraft and even on bombs. More

5-year-old girl with 3D printed hand throws out first pitch at Baltimore Orioles baseball game

Aug.18, 2015 - 5-year-old Hailey Dawson recently received a 3D printed prosthetic from a team of students, and showed off its ability at the baseball game between the Baltimore Orioles and the Oakland Athletics last night by throwing the ceremonial first pitch at Camden Yards in Baltimore. More

Chinese White Pelican receives 3D printed beak prosthesis after courtship fight

Aug.18, 2015 - One White Pelican in the Dalian Forest Zoo has just become the first animal to be saved by 3D printing technology in China, after its beak was seriously injured in a courtship fight with other pelicans. More

Google’s partially 3D printed humanoid Atlas robot goes on successful walk in the woods

Aug.18, 2015 - Boston Dynamics, purchased by Google in 2013, has been working on a 1.88 meter tall bipedal, partially 3D printed, rescue robot for a while now, which has just completed a very successful test run out in New England’s nature. More

Create your own 3D printed tetrahedral kite with OpenKite

Aug.17, 2015 - Now, those with a 3D printer can create their very own open source kite design to enjoy over the last month of Summer with OpenKite. The kite design is based off of a simplified building system that consists of several 3D printed components of varying shapes and sizes. More

The $100 SelfieBot brings face-tracking video to smartphones thanks to 3D printing

Aug.17, 2015 - Aimed at becoming the go-to device for hands-free video calls on smartphones, the SelfieBot could also theoretically be used as a mobile wifi camera, a video baby monitor, a videoconferencing device, a wireless charger and even an external power bank thanks to the on-board power supply. More

3D print your own Bicycle Bubble Machine from the Thingiverse Catch the Wind Challenge

Aug.17, 2015 - Thingiverse project creator Heinz Drei uploaded the design files for his 3D printable Bicycle Bubble Machine invention for the Thingiverse Catch the Wind Challenge - a challenge he won along with two others. More

Create the winning 3D printed Riesenrad Giant Wheel from Thingiverse #SeeTheWorld Challenge

Aug.17, 2015 - Thingiverse user ‘stylesuxx’ won a Thingiverse challenge based on international landmarks with a 3D printable version of Vienna’s Riesenrad (Giant Wheel) - one of the city’s most widely-known landmarks that was originally built in 1897. More

NASA releases free 3D printable files for Curiosity Mars Rover

Aug.17, 2015 - The Curiosity Rover was launched way back in 2011 and has now been driving around for just over three years. NASA has taken the opportunity of this anniversary to release a cool 3D printable model of the Curiosity Rover. More

Australian dad 3D prints Star Wars Speeder Bike rocking horse for his little daughter

Aug.17, 2015 - Australian dad Tez Gelmir has used 3D printing to create a fantastic rocking chair for his young daughter that is an almost exact replica of the Star Wars 74-Z Speeder Bike from the Return of the Jedi movie. More

8-year-old child develops 3D printed smartwatch kit for kids to learn coding and 3D printing

Aug.17, 2015 - 8-year-old aspiring programmer and maker Omkar Govil-Nair has developed his very own 3D printed O Watch smartwatch and plans to make it available everywhere through a crowdfunding campaign. More

Create a 3D printed interactive talking d20 20-sided gaming die for roleplaying games

Aug.14, 2015 - Designed to be used for a “good laugh”, Burgess’ ‘Talking d20’ is a talking 20-sided die that can be produced using 3D printing and some basic electronics assembly and programming. More

EVX Ventures unveils the Immortus solar powered sports car built from 3D printed components

Aug.14, 2015 - Based on existing solar race car technology originally founded by Australia’s Aurora Solar Car Team, the Immortus from EVX Ventures is a solar electric car designed to generate its own power through over 75 square feet of solar photovoltaic paneling - including on the wheels. More

Shanghai Children’s Medical Center opens China's first pediatric 3D printing medical research unit

Aug.14, 2015 - Thanks to the continued success of using 3D printing to aid in surgical procedures, the country - along with 3D printing giant Materialise - proudly unveiled their first pediatric-specific 3D digital medical research facility in Shanghai at the Shanghai Children’s Medical Center on Thursday, August 13th. More

Gazan medico team develops 3D printed, 30-cent stethoscope for developing world

Aug.14, 2015 - Tarek Loubani, an emergency physician who is currently working in the Gaza strip, recently created a stethoscope using a 3D printer at a cost of just thirty cents. Impressively, the 3D printed stethoscope is just as effective in practice as an equivalent $200 or more professional device. More

Create your own fully-modular 3D printed pulley-driven robot

Aug.14, 2015 - The PulleyBot from Instructables user ‘printeraction’ is among one of the better ones that we’ve seen and can even be modified with a number of different parts. The simple, single actuator 3D printed toy features a transmission and is made up entirely of pulley systems. More

Neuron Robotics introduces BowlerStudio, a free robotics design, simulation and 3D printing platform

Aug.14, 2015 - In an effort to make the process of building a robot from scratch using 3D printing methods as seamless as possible, Neuron Robotics has recently unveiled Bowler Studio, a new robot development application that combines scripting and device management with powerful control and processing features. More

Help eNABLE 3D print 1,000 prosthetic hands by September 15th, 2015

Aug.13, 2015 - In an effort to further expand their reach to more users in need around the world, eNABLE is reaching out to the 3D printing community to crowdsource the largest donation of 3D printed hands yet - 1,000. More

Mycroft is the first ever open source artificial intelligence platform for everyone

Aug.13, 2015 - The team behind Mycroft has just launched a Kickstarter campaign offering the world's first open source, open hardware Artificial Intelligence platform that’s based on the Raspberry Pi 2 and Arduino development platforms. More

Chinese military begins using part production library for 3D printing replacement parts in the field

Aug.12, 2015 - The People’s Liberation Army of China used 3D printing to replace a damaged part of a vehicle while in a remote region. To demonstrate the capabilities of their 3D printers in the field, they conducted a drill that was designed to emulate scenarios that happen in the field. More

Grad art student turns to 3D printing to create impressive futuristic RC car

Aug.12, 2015 - Jakub Ratajczyk, a a graduate student of Academy of Fine Arts, chose to 3D print a radio controlled car as his graduate project as an opportunity to fuse together multiple skillsets including modeling, robotics, programing, electronics and of course, 3D printing. More

Hermit crab gets an incredibly beautiful 3D printed shell modeled after a Japanese wedding chapel

Aug.12, 2015 - Japanese artist Aki Inomata 3D prints truly fascinating homes for hermit crabs, with the latest installment called ‘white chapels’ taking inspiration from Japanese wedding chapels. More

Japan's 3D printed Privacy Visor will block facial recognition software for $240

Aug.12, 2015 - The National Institute of Informatics from Japan have used 3D printing to develop an interest set of privacy visors to block facial recognition software. More

Blokko combines storytelling and 3D printing into one fun toy marketplace

Aug.12, 2015 - 3D printing technology definitely has the potential to become a fun medium for creating cool and unique children’s toys. One startup from Singapore called Blokko combines fun and fresh storytelling from authors from all over the world with matching 3D printed toys. More

China's 3DCloud unveils new QiaoKe chocolate 3D printer with a unique solid feed system

Aug.11, 2015 - 3DCloud (of BEcoda) recently unveiled their latest product, the QiaoKe Food 3D Printer at the 2015 Beijing Urban Science Festival. Unsurprisingly, the printers attracted a lot of interested (and hungry) onlookers. More

WASP develops new 3D printing method for modular reinforced concrete beams

Aug.11, 2015 - For their latest development towards changing the future of home manufacturing, the WASP team has developed a system to produce concrete elements that can be assembled with steel bars and beams or can compose pillars in reinforced concrete. More

Researchers develop Encore tool for augmenting everyday objects with 3D printing

Aug.11, 2015 - A team of four researchers from the Carnegie Mellon University are set to improve our design possibilities tremendously with Encore, tool for easily augmenting everyday objects with 3D printing. More

Scientists develop 3D printed device to help solve cocktail-party problem

Aug.11, 2015 - With a very simple 3D printed solution, scientists from Duke University have now come up with a good, if somewhat unwieldy solution to help computers solve cocktail-party problem. More

Made In Space successfully completes 3D printing in vacuum of space, outside the ISS

Aug.11, 2015 - Made In Space, which was founded with the express focus of zero-gravity 3D printing, has just announced that they have successfully concluded 3D printing experiments in the vacuum of space. More

SpaceVR wants to make 3D, virtual reality movies in space, launches Kickstarter campaign

Aug.11, 2015 - SpaceVR has just launched a Kickstarter campaign to encourage backers to become astronauts by helping to fund Overview One, SpaceVR's high-definition camera that will be placed on the ISS's cupola, offering an astronaut's perspective of the world to consumers. More

Maker uses 3D printing to convert 1980s Fisher Price cassette player into a Bluetooth speaker

Aug.10, 2015 - Talented hardware hacker Matt Gruskin recently converted the old and iconic Fisher Price cassette player into a Bluetooth speaker. 'This is my #826 Fisher-Price tape recorder, which was manufactured on January 21, 1987 (as stamped in the battery compartment),' explains Gruskin in a blog post. More

Use 3D printing to hack a mechanical pencil into a soldering wire dispenser

Aug.10, 2015 - Using a simple, easy-to-find Papermate .5 mm mechanical pencil, Instructables user Proto G has designed a 3D printed attachment for the plastic pencil that transforms it from a writing instrument to a dispensable storage vessel for .5 mm magnet wire. More

Frank Kokman uses 3D printing to create OpenSurgery DIY surgical robot

Aug.10, 2015 - Dezeen and MINI collaborated with Royal College of Art graduate Frank Kolkman to build an open-source surgical robot machine that could enable people to perform keyhole surgery on themselves using just a Playstation 3 video game controller. More

Virginia Tech students prepare to launch 3D printer on NASA rocket ship

Aug.10, 2015 - On Tuesday, August 11th, a group of Virginia Tech College of Engineering students are gearing up to see a 3D printer design of their own get launched into orbit from nearby Wallops Flight Facility, too. More

Taiwanese artist 3D prints fun modular toys of endangered Formosan Black Bear and rhino

Aug.10, 2015 - Taiwanese artist Chen Jian's two designs, one for the Formosan Black Bear and one of the Rhino, are simple to make and feature movable limbs, but both more importantly serve as a reminder that very few of these majestic animals are still around. More

DENTCA receives FDA Clearance for the First 3D printable denture base material; able to be worn inside the mouth

Aug.10, 2015 - The FDA granted 16 dental devices 510(k) clearance in July, one of them is Dentca Denture Base from Dentca. At the end of July, the FDA officially approved a 510(k) for the use of DENTCA’s new 3D printable material as a denture base. More

mostfun Pro: first ever Intel Inside desktop 3D printer soon to launch on Kickstarter

Aug.10, 2015 - The mostfun Pro 3D printer, developed by a Chinese startup of the same name, features a so far unique feature in the world of 3D Printing: embedded inside is an Intel Edison module, will all the functions to make this a truly accessible machine. More

Artist Martijn Hage creates gorgeous 9-piece 3D printed ‘Hortus Filamentus’ artwork

Aug.10, 2015 - At the request of Dutch radio program Opium (radio 4), Dutch artist Martijn Hage spent five days locked into De Torenkamer studio at the VondelParkCS in Amsterdam, working on his Hortus Filamentus: a gorgeous 2.5D nine piece, featuring 3D printed objects and inspiring alien-esque panels. More

Finuvo develops first desktop hydrographics printer for easily pimping 3D prints with hydrographic technology

Aug.10, 2015 - Startup Finuvo has developed the world’s first desktop hydrographics printer, that can be used to easily add a huge variety of intricate patterns to the surface of 3D prints. More

The POSEIDON garment with 600 interconnected movable scales is 3D printed in one piece

Aug.10, 2015 - Three students from the NYU Polytechnic School of Engineering developed the POSEIDON, a flexible garment that features more than 600 interconnected movable scales, like the skin of a shark that will protect the wearer from all elements. More

Create a 3D printed flexible LED glove with Ninjaflex and glow-in-the-dark conductive filament

Aug.8, 2015 - To highlight what’s possible with conductive filament and glow in the dark Ninjaflex, the famous Ruiz brothers over at Adafruit recently published a new project teaches users how to create their very own customized flexible LED wearable - particularly, a glove - using 3D printing. More

3D printing enables students to build concept car that can travel 640Km on one liter of fuel

Aug.7, 2015 - 3D printing played a critical role in a number of automobile designs created by engineering students for various automotive competitions that have been held in Europe this summer. More

Italy’s Youbionic edges closer towards releasing a 3D printed bionic hand

Aug.7, 2015 - A year ago, the 3D printed bionic hand developed by Youbionic was capable of moving all five fingers. Today, Federico Ciccarese of Youbionic announced that the project recently underwent a more extensive user experiment period that 'proved to be excellent'. More

Dutch prop maker creates an awesome 3D printed Halo 5 assault rifle for Gamescom

Aug.7, 2015 - Jeffrey Tabben of Dutch Props created what is arguably one of the most impressive Halo cosplay props we’ve seen yet. Built for the Gamescon video game event happening in Germany this weekend, Tabben’s Halo 5 Assault Rifle was built in less than two weeks. More

ANDI, a hand-powered low tech 3D printer designed to teach kids how 3d printers work

Aug.7, 2015 - The ANDI, by Spanish product designer Irene Ródenas Sáinz de Baranda, is low tech, hand-powered and not very accurate, but has an important interactive and educational purpose. More

MeliesArt develops method for visualizing data as 3D printed sculptures

Aug.7, 2015 - 3D printing is about turning digital data into physical, tangible models. Volker Schweisfurth has been applying the same principles to actual numerical data and turning that into 3D printed representations. More

Laurent Bernadac 3D prints gorgeous transparent electric violin that sounds fantastic

Aug.7, 2015 - Very talented violinist Laurent Bernadac has designed and built an intricate 3D printed electric violin, that not only sounds amazing, but also truly looks stunning. More

Create your own 3D-printed target-seeking rubber band sentry gun

Aug.7, 2015 - Swiss student Kevin Thomas has just shared designs for an absolutely fantastic 3d printed automated Rubber Band Sentry Gun operated by joystick. And if anything, you could call this amazing Rubber Band Sentry Gun creative. More

Fully customizable, 3D printed solar-powered Hive LED Lamp wins Thingiverse's LightItUp Challenge

Aug.7, 2015 - Thanks to one clever designer, you can 3D print and build your very own solar powered lamp. Designer Christoph Queck has created a fully customizable, 3D printed solar-powered Hive LED Lamp which wins the first prize of Thingiverse's LightItUp Challenge. More

Honda Access uses Stratasys 3D printing to prototype thousands of accessories per year

Aug.7, 2015 - Honda Access - a division of Honda that focuses on car and motorcycle accessories - has been actively using additive manufacturing technology to gain a competitive advantage with car and motorcycle accessory designs using a Stratasys 3D printing system. More

Now you can make your own 3D printed pinhole camera Easy 35 in just 3.5 hours

Aug.6, 2015 - Created by technologist and inventor Clint O’Connor - who happens to have over three-dozen patents under his belt - the Easy 35 3D printed pinhole camera is quite possibly one of the most efficient and usable 3D printed cameras ever created. More

9-year-old Chinese girl gets new ear with aid of a 3D printer

Aug.6, 2015 - Doctors in China used 3D printing to aid in the surgery of a young 9-year-old girl who underwent surgery to repair a deformed ear. The girl, who was born with the deformity, had difficulties hearing and was also very self-conscious about the ear’s appearance. More

Disney produces 3D printed objects with variable elasticity levels

Aug.6, 2015 - Disney has developed a method for 3D printing objects in a single material that feature different levels of elasticity throughout the object. Almost like 3D printing a bunny in a single material, but featuring bendable ears and a solid body. More

How to turn your smartphone into a 3D hologram projector with simple 3D printed pyramid

Aug.6, 2015 - Gianluca Pugliese had developed a remarkably simple way to turn your smartphone into a holographic projector: simply 3D print a transparent pyramid and place it on top of a playing video in a dark room. More

Designer Mike Blakemore 3D prints an ingeniously simple wind energy storage unit

Aug.6, 2015 - Perhaps the most remarkable design has sprouted from the 3D printer of Mike Blakemore, who has developed an ingeniously simple wind energy storage unit; essentially a 3D printed battery without any electronic parts involved. More

BleepBleeps turns to 3D printing to bring the cutest parenting gadgets to market quickly

Aug.6, 2015 - Among others who have found success with using MODO - along with 3D printing - for bring a product design to life include Tom Evans, the founder of BleepBleeps and his 3D artist Matthew Burnisten. More

German student Sergej Bekauv designs very cool 3D printed Triforce kite

Aug.6, 2015 - Student Sergej Bekauv, who is studying product design in Kassel, Germany, has 3D printed one of the most original tributes we’ve seen so far: a 3D printed Triforce kite, referring to the iconic symbol that is key to the plot of most of the Zelda franchise. More

Open Space Agency gears up to launch open source 3D printed telescope

Aug.6, 2015 - Thanks to recent efforts from James Parr, a London-based maker, we’ll soon be able to just 3D print our own high-powered automated robot telescopes right at home. More

Italian packaging equipment maker Sipa creates impressive 3D printed elephant bottle

Aug.5, 2015 - Italian company Sipa's package design development team recently turned to 3D printing to aid in producing a complex, contoured PET plastic elephant bottle design - all in under two months’ time. More

UK's Baby:Boo lets expectant parents hold 3D printed figures of children before birth

Aug.5, 2015 - The Lancashire-based company, Baby:Boo, claims to have developed the idea of creating a physical keepsake using a special scanning technique while a baby is still in the womb. More

3D printed Steady Shot Bot for time lapse and steadicam work, now on Kickstarter

Aug.5, 2015 - Called the Steady Shot Bot, this camera motion controller has been developed by inventor David Johnson and could be a wonderful alternative for film students and hobbyists tied to a budget. More

Texas student team launches low cost 3D printing circuit kit on Kickstarter

Aug.5, 2015 - 3D Circuit Printing Kit, developed by a team of Texas students, is a 3D printer boosterpack capable of controlling up to three extruders for Texas Instruments MSP430F5529LP. More

Keysforge web app lets you 3D print ‘do not duplicate’ keys based on a picture

Aug.5, 2015 - A group of researchers from the University of Michigan has launched a free web-based platform that can easily turn photos of keys into 3D printable CAD models. This tool, called Keysforge, can even be used on ‘restricted’ and ‘do not duplicate’ keys. More

This ultimate 3D printed Spider-Man mask is nothing short of incredible

Aug.5, 2015 - Designer Yuri Schuurkes has created an amazing Spider-Man costume based on the movie franchise, for which he used 3D printing to get the mask just right. More

Autodesk & Microsoft partner - Windows 10 now includes access to Spark 3D printing platform

Aug.5, 2015 - To help make 3D printing more accessible, Autodesk has announced that Spark, its open 3D printing platform, has been embedded into Windows 10. More

Infant heart surgery utilizes 3D printed heart replica for the first time in India

Aug.5, 2015 - In what is a first for India, an 11-month old infant by the name of Lavesh Navedkar recently received life-saving surgery that was made possible thanks to a 3D printed heart that his surgeons used to better understand his life-threatening condition. More

Print To Build: Ollé Gellért creates unique 3D printed joints for furniture design

Aug.4, 2015 - Ollé Gellért has developed a set of easily 3D printable joints that are very modular in use and can be combined with just about any type of material to create furniture and other useful and functional household objects. More

Kiwi man Lance Abernethy 3D prints the world’s smallest functional circular saw

Aug.4, 2015 - Engineer Lance Abernethy is back with a new addition to his mini workshop: the world’s smallest functional and 3D printed circular saw. It was a four part design, featuring two sides of the main housing, as well as a blade guard and a blade holder. More

Massachusetts hen Cicely to receive $2500 3D printed prosthetic leg this week

Aug.4, 2015 - One chicken from Massachusetts called Cicely is about to get a treatment much more luxurious than something 3D printed on a desktop 3D printer: a $2,500 prosthetic limb. More

UK professor leads effort towards developing 3D printed graphene batteries

Aug.4, 2015 - Professor Craig Banks and his team are trying to achieve a conductive ink that blends the fantastic properties of graphene with the ease of use of 3D printing to be manipulated into a structure that’s beneficial for batteries and supercapacitors. More

Create a 3D printed wind-powered USB charger

Aug.4, 2015 - mong others who have explored the concept include Thingiverse user ‘TheSoup’, a self-described "electronics amateur" who had been wanting to develop a wind powered USB charger for awhile but was finally motivated to do it after learning about the MakerBot Thingiverse Catch the Wind Challenge. More

FDA approves first 3D printed prescription drug, a dissolvable tablet that treats seizures

Aug.4, 2015 - New Jersey-based Farmaceutical company called Aprecia is hard at work pioneering another 3D printed medical application: 3D printed pills that can be taken orally. What’s more, Aprecia have just been awarded FDA approval for the first of 3D printed drug of its kind, the epilepsy drug Spritam. More

This WiFi-enabled 3D printed BOOMcast is also a Bluetooth speaker

Aug.3, 2015 - Inventor Mike North teamed up with 3D printing experts FATHOM and developed and 3D printed an actually adjustable ‘smart cast’ embedded with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth options. More

NASA turns to 3D printing to develop drone that can fly in space

Aug.3, 2015 - It’s looking like NASA wants to put 3D printing to good use to create robot drones that are capable of further exploring space, starting with the 'Asteroid Prospector Flyer' Drone. More

Thingiverse user shares free designs for a professional quality 3D printable drone

Aug.3, 2015 - British designer Steve Wagg has recently shared designs for an easily 3D printed drone that closely resembles the professional DJI’s Inspire 1 drone. More

Create your own 3D printed battery tester using conductive 3D printer filament

Aug.3, 2015 - The talented 3D printing duo Ruiz Brothers over at Adafruit have provided detailed instructions for creating everything from a 3D printed HDMI monitor to various Raspberry Pi enclosures for different computer and gaming devices and even a small collection of cosplay projects. More

Israeli researchers develop algorithm for self-assembling 3D printed objects

Aug.3, 2015 - In a recent study, a research team at Bar-Ilan University in Israel, used an algorithm from the Computational Geometry Algorithm Library (CGAL) as part of a design that allowed 18 tetrahedral bricks to self-assemble into a larger 3D cylinder. More

Ilios 3D teams with Historic Atlas to create large 3D printed diorama of Medieval Cyprus

Aug.3, 2015 - Cyprus-based 3D printer manufacturer Ilios 3D recently helped create a large diorama of the entire Cyprus island, taken from medieval times of Richard the Lion Heart and his bride Verengaria using 3D printing. More

Australian scientists develop 3D printed organic solar cells capable of powering a skyscraper

Aug.3, 2015 - A team of 50 Australian scientists from various fields have been working over the past few years to develop paper-thin, organic printable solar panels. They have managed to reduce each of the solar panels to approximately the size of a coin using 3D printing technology. More

Engineering student develops large 8'x8'x8' concrete 3D printer in his garage

Aug.1, 2015 - Mechanical engineering student Alex Le Roux from Baylor University focused his sight on developing his own extrusion-based 3D printer. The result is a RepRap-based 8’ x ‘8’ x 8’ 3D concrete printer that’s inspired in-part by the work being done by larger international companies. More

Additive manufacturing comes to the Israel Air Force (IAF) with new 3D printer

Jul.31, 2015 - Now, the Israeli Air Force (IAF) has announced that they will be joining the 3D printing revolution and have purchased an industrial-scale 3D printer from an undisclosed US 3D printer manufacturer to begin producing a number of aircraft and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) components using additive manufacturing. More

Auburn University signs agreement with NASA to develop 3D printing options for deep space missions

Jul.31, 2015 - NASA is now taking things to the next level with an eye on missions into deep space and to Mars. To do so, NASA has just signed a Space Act Agreement with Auburn University to explore to possibilities of 3D printing in space. More

Choc Edge unveils new Choc Creator 2.0 Plus chocolate 3D printer

Jul.31, 2015 - Choc Edge first appeared on the scene in 2011, and only last year they revealed the successful Choc Creator 2.0. Now they are already back for more, as Choc Edge has just announced their new tabletop Choc Creator 2.0 Plus chocolate 3D printer. More

Nike creates 3D printed head to develop 'ice hat' to help athletes cool down

Jul.31, 2015 - A group of designers from Nike turned to 3D printing to develop a next-generation cooling system for U.S. Olympic champion and decathlon world record holder Ashton Eaton. More

Nonprofit Magic Arms launches Indiegogo campaign for 3D printed exoskeleton

Jul.30, 2015 - Inspired by Emma, a 3-year-old girl who had difficulty lifting her arms without the aide of supports, Eric Jenson founded Magic Arms, a Minnesota-based nonprofit that has been focused on making 3D printed exoskeletons a reality for tens of thousands of children. More

Branch Technology unveils next-generation 'cellular fabrication' for 3D printing houses

Jul.30, 2015 - Branch Technology, was born out of the Chattanooga, Tennessee-based GIGTANK seed-stage accelerator and is focused on 3D printing open matrices that can provide the internal structures necessary for creating 3D printed homes, commercial buildings and other structures. More

Engineering student develops low-cost 3D printed crop monitoring drone for family farm

Jul.30, 2015 - The 22-year-old Nevarez, who grew up on her family’s farm, has been spending the summer in Ottawa, Canada developing a 3D printable drone design that will utilize existing drone-aided technologies to take aerial readings of farmers’ crops. More

Selective laser melting used to create 3D printed medical implants

Jul.30, 2015 - The scientists, who are part of the Surface Technology Group at Germany’s Laser Zentrum Hannover e.V. (LZH), have successfully created a highly automated selective laser melting process to produce or coat implants made of platinum, nickel-titanium (NiTi), or stainless steel. More

Ford reduces assembly line injury rate by 70% using 3D printed simulations and virtual manufacturing

Jul.30, 2015 - Ford has revealed that since 2003, it has reduced its assembly line worker injury rate by 70 percent by using ergonomics research, 3D printed simulations, virtual manufacturing, and other data-driven process changes. More

US Navy now 3D printing custom drones aboard ships

Jul.30, 2015 - A test with the 3D printing and assembly of a military-purpose drone already took place aboard the USS Essex in December 2014. The Americans are considering incorporating 3D printed drones into the warship arsenal for flying missions in emergency situations. More

Fallout Fan uses 3D printer to build an incredible Fallout 4 Pip-Boy 3000 Mark IV

Jul.30, 2015 - For 23-year-old Yvo de Haas, one of the first things that came to his mind after learning about the new Fallout 4 release was to 3D print his own version of the game’s updated Pip-Boy 3000 Mark IV. More

This amazing platform jack 3D prints fully assembled and without supports

Jul.30, 2015 - A recent design from a Seattle team is an assured hit: the 3D printed platform jack, that 3D prints in a single, support-free, fully assembled and fully functional platform. More

Surgeons turn to 3D printing to help perform world’s first pediatric bilateral hand transplant in USA

Jul.29, 2015 - Thanks to a team of surgeons in Philadelphia, an 8-year-old boy can now throw the football thanks to a recent hand transplant that was made possible thanks to the aide of 3D printing. More

Chinese doctors turn to 3D printing for 'mock surgery' ahead of double knee replacment process

Jul.29, 2015 - More recently, 3D printing was used to repair the legs of a young male patient at in Handan, China. After suffering for a number of years from a condition known as genu varum deformity - also known as “bow legs” - the young patient was admitted to the hospital after experiencing pain and discomfort. More

Kickstarter success story Coolest Cooler is realized through 3D printed iteration

Jul.29, 2015 - The Coolest Cooler is a portable party machine disguised as a cooler. The company has teamed up with high quality 3D printing experts FATHOM to use 3D printer in the development process. More

Stefan Kneip designs fantastic 3D printed Anti-Gravitator device, capable of stable levitation

Jul.29, 2015 - Anti-Gravitator, a 3D printed device developed by German chemist Stefan Kneip, uses a magnetic field to create a stable magnetic levitation situation capable of holding small metal objects. More

RangeVision announces new Smart line of 3D scanners starting at $2,600

Jul.29, 2015 - RangeVision focuses on developing and producing both 3d scanners and 3D scanning software for a variety of clients ranging from jewelry design to automotive tuning. Its ‘Smart’ line of 3D scanners omits the traditional laser for structured light technology to scan 3D objects. More

Electronics Giant Hama creates computer mice and innovative accessories using 3D printing

Jul.28, 2015 - In order to help bring products of all kinds to market faster than most other hardware design and manufacturing companies, Electronics Giant Hama uses an X400 3D printer from Germany’s own German RepRap. More

3D printed smartphone device reads ELISA diagnostic tests accurately and within one minute

Jul.28, 2015 - A team of researchers from the California NanoSystems Institute at UCLA have created a low-cost, smartphone-based device and app that is made with a 3D printer and can read ELISA plates on-the-spot, with up to 99.6% accuracy for certain viruses. More

Swedish student Filip Sjöö 3D prints a cool automated boat & won third prize in Make It Float Challenge

Jul.28, 2015 - Filip Sjöö has 3D printed a very cool automated boat complete with desperate passenger. Filip’s boat won the third prize in the Thingiverse’s Make It Float Challenge. More

Ryan Zellars shares designs for impressive mostly 3D printed RepRap CNC machine

Jul.28, 2015 - Ryan Zellars has created an amazing mostly 3D printed RepRap-style CNC machine called Mostly Printed CNC. Since posting his designs on Thingiverse in March, he has already garnered over 100,000 views (if related builds are included. More

3D printed payload-sensing GO-GO AirBoat wins Thingiverse’s Make It Float Challenge

Jul.28, 2015 - David Choi took home the first prize for designing and 3D printing a complex and fun GO-GO AirBoat that is not only a motorized, propeller-powered payload-sensing boat, but also comes with the most comprehensive guide you’ll have ever seen on Thingiverse. More

Create your own 'Infill Percent' and 'Number of Shells' displays for your 3D printer

Jul.28, 2015 - Thingiverse user ‘duncan916’ uploaded the ‘Infill Percent Display’ and ‘Number of Shells Display’ reference tools for anybody that is serious about their infills and/or shells. More

3D printing used to help convert Pontiac Firebird into a Knight Rider KITT car replica

Jul.28, 2015 - The 3D Modular Systems team has recently built the KITT (Knight Industries Two Thousand) replica car from the popular 1980s Knight Rider TV series with the help of 3D printing. More

Engineer creates a 3D printed exoskeleton 'Spiderhand' for stroke victims

Jul.28, 2015 - Daniel Levy, a design engineer, created a 3D printed open-source exoskeleton that is designed to help stroke victims or patients with lack of finger movement regain mobility in their hands. More

London's Grant Museum of Zoology uses 3D printing to recreate the rare extinct quagga

Jul.28, 2015 - Jack Ashby, the manager at the Grant Museum of Zoology in London has recently turned to 3D printing to help recreate a leg for one of the rarest zoological museum specimens in the world, a quagga. More

Bence Agoston designs 3D printed MOOD sunglasses to add visual effects to music

Jul.27, 2015 - Hungarian student Bence Agoston has come up with a much safer and more affordable alternative for seeing trippy effects while listing to music: the 3D printed MOOD sunglasses. More

New $10 3D printed foot prosthetics improve stability and gait as children grow

Jul.27, 2015 - Researchers from the Swinburne University of Technology in Australia have developed an ingenious foot prosthetic design that can be optimized according to the wearer’s individual gait and size, all for roughly $10 USD. More

Mutoh Industries unveils Value Arc MA5000-S1 metal arc welding 3D printer

Jul.27, 2015 - Japanese printer manufacturer Mutoh is about to unveil the Value Arc MA5000-S1 3D printer, which is much more affordable than other metal 3D printers for its ability to use arc welding, rather than laser-based, technology. More

Fred the tortoise in Brazil receives a 3D printed replacement shell after original is destroyed in fire

Jul.27, 2015 - A dedicated team of animal-lovers in Santos, São Paulo recently used 3D printing technology to save a tortoise’s life. The team, consisting of a veterinary surgeon, a dentist, and a graphic designer, spent three months designing and printing an entirely 3D printed prosthetic as a complete replacement for the original. More

Maker creates smallest 3D printed plunger from Ninjaflex and wood filament

Jul.27, 2015 - Instructables user wrote a simple and accessible tutorial for 3D printing multiple materials with a single extruder 3D printer, and has illustrated it by making the miniature plunger visible above using a combination of Ninjaflex and wood filament. More

Sunny Su develops 3D printed device for easily carrying multiple soft drink bottles

Jul.27, 2015 - North Carolina-based student Sunny Su, who just unveiled ‘O!’ as a 3D printed solution to the age-old problem of how to conveniently carry multiple bottles at once. More

New IKEA hack lets you create a 3D printer enclosure for cheap

Jul.26, 2015 - Instructables user ‘phatima’ recently made a 3D printer enclosure using cheap and widely-available IKEA furniture and generously shared his build instructions. More

Australian 3D printed surfboard startup Disrupt considers expanding to California

Jul.26, 2015 - Among others who have been actively exploring the potential for 3D printing for surfboard designs include Australian entrepreneur and surfer Gary Elphick, whose company Disrupt Surfboards allows surfers to shape their own boards using online tools. More

KU e-Racing team uses 3D printing to produce race-ready car parts

Jul.25, 2015 - Among others who have turned to additive manufacturing to develop ready-to-use car parts includes Kingston University’s electric car racing team (KU e-Racing). More

Game design veterans launch NecroVirus, 3D printable zombie board game on Kickstarter

Jul.25, 2015 - BoardCraft team, who have over 45 combined years of AAA title development, has just launched their first 3D printed board game Kickstarter campaign. More

Concept artist Jun Huang uses 3D printing to create impressive anatomical reference models

Jul.24, 2015 - Aiming to help others learn to approach sketching images or sculpting models with anatomical features based on actual animals similar to his own techniques, Jun Huang has spent the past few years developing his own line of reference models - or figurines - based on his years of experience. More

Houston nonprofit OpHeart provides 3D printed heart models for local pediatric surgeons

Jul.24, 2015 - Texas resident Anne Garcia founded OpHeart, a Houston-based nonprofit whose mission is to ensure that children receive the best cardiac care possible by helping provide a 3D printed model to the child’s doctor for reference. More

Destiny fan Kirby Downey creates awesome 3D printed airsoft Thorn pistol that actually fires

Jul.24, 2015 - South African designer Kirby Downey has 3D printed a functional airsoft version of the Thorn rifle from the Destiny video game. And the gun actually fires really well. More

Francesco Orrù pays tribute to DOOM 4 with amazing 3D printed sculpture of cover monster

Jul.24, 2015 - The monstrous and awesome sculpture 3D printed by Myminifactory’s Italian designer Francesco Orrù is a tribute to the upcoming DOOM 4 release. Amazingly detailed, the sculpture of this monster was based on the preview art for the upcoming game. More

Danit Peleg 3D prints entire ready-to-wear fashion collection at home

Jul.24, 2015 - Israeli fashion student Danit Peleg has designed a completely 3D printed fashion collection for her graduate collection at the Shenkar College of Design. What’s more, all pieces were simply designed at home on regular 3D printers. More

Francesco Orrù shares amazing design for an intricate 3D printed guitar inspired by lion, shark and eagle

Jul.24, 2015 - Designer Francesco Orrù has just shared the designs for his 3D printed 4theswarm guitar, featuring a gorgeous intricate pattern that has been inspired by nature. More

NPUST first in Taiwan to 3D print animal prosthetics

Jul.24, 2015 - The National Pingtung University of Science and Technology (NPUST) in Taipei has become the first veterinary clinic in Taiwan to offer animal-specific rehabilitation centers and to produce animal prosthetics using computed tomography and 3D printed technology. More

1500-year-old ancient Hebrew scroll deciphered 45 years after discovery thanks to 3D scanning

Jul.24, 2015 - A fragile scroll that had been burnt beyond recognition has finally been deciphered thanks to modern 3D scanning technology, and revealed to be not only a part of a Torah scroll, but the first Torah ever to be found inside a synagogue. More

FMW Fasteners rejects 3D printing as manufacturing technology after survey

Jul.24, 2015 - Last week, FMW Fasteners rejected 3D printed manufacturing after customers responded negatively in a survey. FMW Fasteners is a Houston, Texas-based web shop for (contractor grade) metal nuts, bolts, anchor components and more, that began looking into the advantages of 3D printing. More

Brazilian soccer star Kaká and Limbitless Solutions give bionic hand to six-year-old boy

Jul.24, 2015 - Limbitless Solutions, a 3D printing initiative that seeks to provide kids with free bionic limbs, teamed up with Brazilian soccer star Kaká to give a custom bionic hand to the six year old Paulo Costa Boa Nova. More

UCAR technologists develop low cost 3D printed weather stations for rural communities

Jul.24, 2015 - Thanks to the work from technologists Kelly Sponberg and Martin Steinson however, small rural communities in developing countries may be able to have their own sustaining weather stations thanks to 3D printing. More

Swedish researchers create a nanoscale 3D printed bunny using folded DNA

Jul.23, 2015 - Swedish scientists have developed a new automated method to fold DNA strands into custom complex 3D structures including a bunny profile. The new results will help pave the way for DNA nanotechnology in medicine over the next 10 years. More

ZVerse announces new partnership with 3D Systems and $3.5M Series A funding

Jul.23, 2015 - ZVerse has announced that they are entering a strategic partnership and commercial agreement with 3D Systems in an effort to help advance their applications and market opportunities for full color 3D printing. More

4WEB Medical completes first Australian 3D printed patient-specific implant

Jul.23, 2015 - 4WEB Medical, a leading global provider of 3D printed orthopedic implants which was founded in Texas in 2008, announced that they had completed their first Australian patient-specific 3D printed implant surgery in Brisbane. More

South Korean doctors successfully implant 3D printed pelvis in teenage patient

Jul.23, 2015 - South Korean medical team used 3D printing to manufacture a patient-specific custom pelvis implant for a teenage girl who needed a replacement after suffering from bone cancer. More

Oxford Performance Materials receives FDA clearance for 3D printed spinal implant system

Jul.23, 2015 - Oxford Performance Materials, Inc (OPM), a leading advanced materials and 3D printing company with a focus on personalized medicine, has announced that they have received 510(k) clearance from the FDA for its first-in-kind SpineFab® VBR implant system. More

British Royal Navy warship HMS Mersey tests 3D printed drone at sea

Jul.23, 2015 - Last Tuesday, British warship HMS Mersey set out off the south coast of England with the express purpose of testing a 3D printed drone. The British navy are seriously considering incorporating 3D printed drones into the warship arsenal for autonomous flying missions in emergency situations. More

Scriba - the stylus reinvented for comfort and control is brought to life thanks to 3D printing

Jul.23, 2015 - The Scriba stylus’s design was optimized to feel as natural as possible for a human hand using 3D printing and an iterative design process that started with a simple hand sketch. It is able to respond to even the most subtle of touches to make digital creative projects more natural. More

3D printed model aids in precision spinal canal stenosis surgery on 81-year-old Chinese man

Jul.23, 2015 - Doctors from the Affiliated Union Hospital of Fujian Medical University relied on 3D printed surgical models to ensure that an eighty-year-old man successfully underwent a precision spinal canal stenosis surgery in that hospital in Fuzhou. More

German engineers develop 3D printed bionic hand with muscles made from 'smart' wires

Jul.23, 2015 - A team of German engineers from Saarland University have come up a bionic hand that relies on a bundle of smart wires and an electric charge instead of bulky motors and electronics. More

Ed Zarick uses 3D printing to create a Star Wars Themed PlayStation 4, R2-D2 Playbook 4

Jul.23, 2015 - Florida-based electrical engineer Ed Zarick has transformed a PlayStation 4 into a R2D2-themed PLAYBOOK 4, complete with a laptop screen and all the R2D2-esque features and sounds you can think of. More

New startup Refugee Open Ware establishes fab labs in areas of crisis

Jul.23, 2015 - Refugee Open Ware, which was founded by Dave Levin and Loay Malahmeh, aims to establish Refugee Open Ware fab labs with a number of traditional and digital fabrication technologies including traditional wood and metal working tools, laser cutters, vinyl cutters, milling machines, 3D printers, and scanners. More

Mapal turns to additive manufacturing to create QTD-series insert drills

Jul.22, 2015 - In an effort to stay ahead of the game with an innovative approach, Mapal, a German-based precision tool specialist has announced that they have turned to the geometric freedom that additive manufacturing provides for their QTD-Series Insert Drills. More

Custom 3D printed footwear FOOTPRINT to debut at GDS Fair in Germany next week

Jul.22, 2015 - Project FOOTPRINT by Matt Flail and Tim Ganter, which has developed a very impressive system involving 3D scanning, algorithmic shoe development and high quality 3D printing, is ready to make its debut at the GDS Fair in Dusseldorf, Germany. More

3D model artist Francesco Orrù 3D prints a wearable, full-size Lich King helm

Jul.22, 2015 - 3D model artist Francesco Orrù has 3D printed a wearable, full-size Lich King helm. Orrù is a self-proclaimed fan of Blizzard games, and has played almost every version of Diablo, Warcraft and Starcraft since he was a child. More

Create a 3D printed bicycle induction safety light that uses pedals for power

Jul.22, 2015 - Instructables user Tom4zs has uploaded a tutorial for creating a 3D Printed Bike Safety Light that is powered by the rider and never needs batteries. More

Marine Biosystems turns to 3D printing to develop new biopellet reactors

Jul.22, 2015 - Marine Biosystems has been exploring the possibilities of 3D printing to create a more optimized biopellet reactor design with their F5 Biopellet Reactor, which is used for controlling nitrate and phosphate levels in marine aquariums. More

Sintercore unveils new 3D printed Glock 43 magazine extension

Jul.22, 2015 - Among other companies who have been actively exploring the intersection of firearms and additive manufacturing include Michigan-based Sintercore. The company has recently unveiled their latest project, the 3Dplus2, an extended magazine for the popular Glock 43 pistol. More

Design engineer creates a 3D printed portable Nintendo 64

Jul.22, 2015 - For his most recent project, Chris Downing took on the challenge of creating a console mod for a portable Nintendo 64 - a project that relied heavily on a combination of CNC machining and 3D printing. More

3D printed houses a reality in the next five to ten years

Jul.21, 2015 - The technology to 3D print entire homes is on its way, and Australian researchers believe it will bring unique advantages to the housing market, such as affordable housing, on-the-spot emergency shelters, and architectural flexibility—all in the very near future. More

Skraep - Transforming crumpled scrap paper into 3D printed gold

Jul.21, 2015 - LuxMea, a multidisciplinary design studio in Cambridge, MA, has launched a new Kickstarter campaign for an award-winning design concept that transforms crumpled scrap paper by 3D printing called Skraep. More

Australian cardiologists turn to 3D printing to fine-tune heart surgery procedure

Jul.21, 2015 - A team of Australian physicians have used 3D printing to create an exact replica of a patient's heart leading up to a left atrial appendage (LAA) closure procedure with a Watchman device. More

MEDPRIN 3D prints world’s first biological meningioma ReDura for use in brain surgery

Jul.21, 2015 - Chinese company MEDPRIN has developed the world’s first 3D printed biological meningioma called ReDura – a replica of tissue covering the brain – and are already applying it in surgical rooms across the world. More

Design engineers 3D printing world's first public domain medical grade myoelectric prosthesis

Jul.21, 2015 - A new generation of designers, makers and engineers are committed to raising the bar and have been actively developing and 3D printing highly-advanced robotic prosthetics that are capable of intelligently assisting a wearer with common limb movements. More

Neri Oxman who plans to '3D print' buildings wins Vilcek Prize

Jul.21, 2015 - Neri Oxman, a designer, architect, artist and head of the MIT Media Lab's Mediated Matter research group as been named the 2014 recipient of the Vilcek Prize in Design. More

Binghamton University develops 3D printing process to cure diabetes and other preventable diseases

Jul.21, 2015 - A team of researchers from the Binghamton University in New York State are being very ambitious by developing a 3D printing process that could be used to cure a number of preventable diseases such as diabetes. More

Smithsonian to digitize Neil Armstrong's moon landing space suit in new Kickstarter project

Jul.20, 2015 - In an effort to help share the story of the first Moon landing, the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum has teamed up with Kickstarter to launch a special campaign in an effort to help raise funds to conserve, digitize, and display the suit using 3D technologies. More

UC Berkeley's 3D printed 'smart' milk cap can detect spoiled food

Jul.20, 2015 - A team of UC Berkeley engineers, in collaboration with colleagues at Taiwan’s National Chiao Tung University, have been actively developing include a wireless “smart cap” for milk cartons which are capable of detecting spoiled milk with the aide of embedded sensors. More

New dual- & multi-part color version of #3DBenchy test print released

Jul.20, 2015 - Swedish 3D printing enthusiast Daniel Norée and team have now taken the #3DBenchy to the next level with a version specifically intended for multi-part, multi-material 3D printing. More

Design teacher Cam Watt shares 3D printed kit for screen printing on fabrics, furniture or paper

Jul.20, 2015 - Design teacher Cam Watt has developed a 3D printable kit that can be used to make screen prints on t-shirts and just about any fabric, furniture or surface you can think of. More

Automata's low cost 3D printed Eva arm hopes to bring robotics to the masses

Jul.20, 2015 - London startup Automata is currently very near to completing the development of the 3D printed arm robot, a very cheap, lightweight and very accessible machine that is perfect for educational purposes and even for workplace applications. More

Candy Mechanics uses 3D printing to turn selfies into edible candy

Jul.20, 2015 - British startup Candy Mechanics uses 3D scanners and 3D printed molds to turn selfies into edible lollypops made in an impressive six different flavors. The project in question is called Heads on Sticks, that has just completed a very successful six week trial at Selfridges London. More

Former IBM employee creates China’s first 3D printed pancake robot

Jul.20, 2015 - An enterprising company in Beijing has introduced a 3D printed pancake robot to take the humble street-food snack to next-level greatness. The 3D printed pancakes are available at Good Luck Eating, a pancake shop in the SOHO district co-founded by former IBM employee Wu Yili. More

Studio FATHOM unveils Project Pyra, first 3D printed smart oven

Jul.20, 2015 - Studio Fathom has created an innovative new take on the modern convection oven that they’re calling the Pyra. The oven, which is built entirely out of engineering-grade plastics, was designed to combine the versatility of 3D printing with advanced cloud-based intelligence. More

World's largest shipbuilder Hyundai Heavy opens up 3D Printing Shipbuilding Innovatinon Center

Jul.20, 2015 - Hyundai Heavy Industries will open the nation’s 15th creative ‘economy innovation center’ in Ulsan. The Ulsan Center will help foster South Korean start-ups with a focus on 3D printing and automated medical services industries. More

Create your own DIY 3D printed 7" portable HDMI monitor

Jul.19, 2015 - The Ruiz brothers' latest project, a DIY secondary pc monitor, essentially revolves around an 7" HDMI display backpack and a 3D printed enclosure to form a DIY montor that has a hundred and one applications. More

Create your own 3D printed Gyroman Walking Gyroscope

Jul.19, 2015 - The Walking Gyro Jeffrey Kerr has created his own Gyroman Walking Gyroscope using 3D printing. Kerr has generously supplied all of the necessary build steps and STL files on his Instructables page for the project. More

The Warp/Weft filament colorizer adds custom color designs to 3d printed surfaces

Jul.19, 2015 - Chicago-based artist Tom Burtonwood chose to further explore the application of color on 3D prints - such as the ability to draw shapes, patterns or even images on surfaces following a warp and weft pattern similar to those created by textile designers. More

Create your own 3D printed lamp with the Self Made Furniture (SMF) 3D Printing Collection

Jul.19, 2015 - The SMF.01 lamp, which was created by Polish designers Miłosz Dąbrowski and Justyna Fałdzińska of UAU Project, is a part of the designers’ SMF (Self Made Furnitures) project that aims to include a series of designs over time that can be 3D printed and combined with other elements including wood. More

New proposal outlines plans to replace cement with 3D printed sustainable 'Hempcrete' house

Jul.19, 2015 - Chad Knutsen, along with a team he is leading, have recently proposed to MIT’s Climate CoLab crowdsourced design platform an idea for replacing cement with 3D printed ‘Hempcrete’ for construction projects with the aim of reducing worldwide CO2 emissions by 7-8%. More

Chinese company ZhuoDa unveils two-story '3D Module Villas' being built in less than three hours

Jul.18, 2015 - ZhuoDa group showcased what is sure to be one of the most exciting developments in modular home building in recent memory: a two-story villa that was built in just three hours using a special material that the company is still keeping a secret. More

Launzer and DC Comics unveil the first officially licensed 3D printed Batman

Jul.17, 2015 - The small line of 3D printed Batman figures - which are being sold by 3D printing service Launzer - are the first and only designs to have secured official licensing from DC Comics. More

LUXeXceL secures €7.5 million investment to further develop 3D printed optical lens

Jul.17, 2015 - LUXeXceL, a Netherlands-based company that was the first company to be able to fully 3D print optical lenses, has just announced that they have received €7.5 million in series B funding to further extend their reach into the optics industry. More

E3D and LittleBox unveil affordable and fully hackable BigBox 3D printer

Jul.17, 2015 - The upcoming BigBox 3D printer, a fully hackable machine that is as large as its name suggests, is the result of a collaboration between high-quality hotend manufacturer E3D and laser cutter designer LittleBox. More

China showcases large 3D printed metal frames for new generation of military aircraft

Jul.17, 2015 - Beijing University of Aeronautics and Astronautics has showcased large 3D printed metal frame components suitable for a variety of aircraft at the first Chinese National Defense Science and Technology Industry Exhibition. More

Skateboarder creates 3D printed long board hand brake

Jul.17, 2015 - A clever skateboarder by the name of Marius has turned to the 3D printing technology to create his own 3D printed brake system for his Onda long board. More

Colorado doctors begin using 3D printing for treating unborn babies with abnormalities

Jul.16, 2015 - 3D printing technology that has been used to help surgeons perform everything from hip surgery to custom face implants are also being leveraged to perform surgery on the smallest of humans - unborn babies. More

38-year-old Chinese man receives 3D printed titanium mandible implant after being shot in the face

Jul.16, 2015 - Yet for one Chinese man who was shot in the face while working in Ethiopia, 3D printing recently helped provide him with nearly an entirely new face. More

Raytheon now able to 3D print nearly every component of guided missile system

Jul.16, 2015 - Researchers at Raytheon Missile Systems have stated that they have already created next-generation guided missiles that uses additive manufacturing to produce nearly every component within its assembly. More

Charity pays tribute to honor killing Shafilea Ahmed with sculpture created with Tweets and 3D printing

Jul.16, 2015 - This 3D printed bust was made by British charity Karma Nirvana to commemorate her death – Shafilea Ahmed was suffocated with a plastic bag in an honor killing – and to raise awareness for honor killings across Britain. More

REIFY turns songs into 3D printed sculptures embedded with music, now on Kickstarter

Jul.16, 2015 - The REIFI team has just taken to Kickstarter with very interesting 3D printed totems that have been embedded with songs; to press play, all you need to do is scan the totem with an app. More

3-year-old whose head was four times normal size receives 3D printed skull and brain shrinkage surgery

Jul.16, 2015 - Three year old Chinese girl Han Han successfully underwent a brain shrinkage surgery while receiving a 3D printed titanium skull implant that accurately fits the new brain. More

Make a perfect cup of iced coffee with this 3D printed Coffee Cold Brewer

Jul.16, 2015 - Using 3D printing, Jonathan Odom has developed a setup that will enable you to enjoy a fantastic and affordable cup of iced coffee in the comfort of your on home – and what’s more, he’s shared the designs. More

Eco-friendly ‘Digestive Car’ uses 3D printed cow stomachs to fuel cars

Jul.15, 2015 - Critical product designer Yi-Wen Tseng has come up with a speculative concept that, inspired by the cow’s digestive system, would use 3D printed biotechnology to produce methane and fuel cars. More

Texan Toby Lankford designs 3D printed, solar powered RC drone as anti-poaching tool

Jul.15, 2015 - Toby Lankford has developed a 3D printed, solar powered RC plane filled with cameras that can detect poachers over large distances. It’s name? Project Icarus. More

Kanèsis seeking to bring natural and decomposable 3D printable hemp filament to market

Jul.15, 2015 - Startup Kanèsis, founded by Giovanni Milazzo and Antonio Caruso, has already filed a patent for their remarkable, all natural and 100% biodegradable hemp filament and is planning to make it commercially available in the next few months. More

Experts predict 3D printed customised food items to rule the industry in next 20 years

Jul.15, 2015 - The use of 3D printers has the potential to revolutionize the way food is manufactured within the next 10 to 20 years, experts from the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) are claiming. More

3D bone printing project in China to enter animal testing stage

Jul.15, 2015 - A team of scientists from the Southern Medical University, led university by president Huang Wenhua, has been very successful in 3D printing bones from bone powder and are now ready to enter an animal testing stage. More

Museum uses 3D printing to take fragile maquette by Thomas Hart Benton on tour through the States

Jul.14, 2015 - For a national tour of an exhibition on Thomas Hart Benton, the Peabody Essex Museum created a 3D printed replica of a particularly fragile clay maquette. More

Werking launches customizable 3D printed bike mounts for cycling computers

Jul.14, 2015 - Italian bicycle startup Werking has just presented Mount 3D, 3D printed custimizable bike mounts for GPS and other devices that fits multiple brands and multiple bikes. More

3D print a USB stick: AMRC develops method for embedding electronics during SLA 3D printing

Jul.14, 2015 - AMRC has developed a method for embedding solid objects such as electronics into resin objects while 3D printing them with an SLA machine. To prove what it can do, they have 3D printed a USB memory stick by 3D printing the case around the circuitry, instead of making two halves and gluing them together. More

Spine device company Joimax gets FDA approval for 3D printed spinal implant

Jul.14, 2015 - German company Joimax, a developer of technology used in minimally invasive endoscopic spinal surgeries, said it received 510(k) clearance from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to market its EndoLIF On-Cage 3D printed titanium implant. More

Redditor SexCyborg uses 3D printing to make Bluetooth-controlled underlit miniskirt

Jul.13, 2015 - SexyCyborg has used 3D printed parts and a set of LEDs to turn a denim miniskirt into a very cool, very flashy underlit miniskirt that can change colors. More

3D printed mechanical Victoria Hand for amputees in third world

Jul.13, 2015 - An ongoing project called the Victory Hand, by a team of researchers from the Canadian University of Victoria is specifically developing a mechanical prosthetic for amputees in Guatamala and Nepal, with other countries hopefully following soon. More

Sergey Kolesnik unveils 3D printed highly detailed 36 cm tall Titan-REC figurine

Jul.13, 2015 - For a promotional piece for Russian filament manufacturers REC, Sergey Kolesnik 3D printed the truly awesome Titan-REC, a 36 cm tall mecha robot that no kid will ever get bored with. More

Modeler Nimi Becza creates truly amazing Bad Juju rifle replica from Destiny MMO shooter

Jul.13, 2015 - Nimi Becza and Lael Lee have together realized a truly amazing addition to any Destiny cosplay: a highly detailed Bad Juju rifle replica using 3D printing technology. More

Student develops modular lighting system for interiors using 3D printed optics

Jul.12, 2015 - M. Grossl's STUTTGART 3D printed optical lighting system is an ingenious solution that aims to help with an abandoned building's transformation into a usable structure. More

LUXeXceL helps Dutch student to 3D print cool partly transparent shoes Acryx

Jul.12, 2015 - With the help of LUXeXceL, Dutch student F. Metin has just completed a gorgeous set of 100% 3D printed, partly transparent flexible shoes called Acryx. More

Bastion Cycles gears up to launch custom 3D printed road bikes later this year

Jul.12, 2015 - Australia’s Bastion Bicycles is developing a system for producing custom, lightweight and performance-orientated road bicycle frames that use 3D printing to produce titanium lugs and spun carbon tubes. More

BASF and Poietis enter R&D agreement for 3D bioprinting and skin care

Jul.12, 2015 - BASF announced that they have signed an agreement with Poietis to apply Poietis’ bioprinting technology to BASF’s existing processes in an effort to improve the company’s skin equivalent model Mimeskin™. More

Jewelry designers VANINA in Lebanon turn to MCor 3D printers for paper-based designs

Jul.12, 2015 - Thanks to Mcor’s paper-based 3D printing technologies, a new generation of eco-friendly jewelry designers are turning to the Irish 3D printer manufacturer’s machines to produce designs that neither need expensive molds or expensive resins to create. More

Man 3D prints & shares ‘legal’ poison dart gun to spite State Department’s ban on online weapon sharing

Jul.12, 2015 - A recent announcement by the US State Department has triggered a fresh wave of controversy surrounding 3D printed guns, online file sharing and the right to free speech, inciting maker and gun activist Peter Alaric DeSimone to 3D print and share the files for a .40 caliber poison dart airgun. More

Print your own 3D printer vibration absorbers inspired by earthquake-proof building designs

Jul.11, 2015 - Among others who have used modified their 3D printers with new parts include IT Manager Simon Chan, who was inspired to create 3D printer shock absorbers after studying the shocks created by structural engineers to create earthquake-proof buildings. More

Area71 announces 3d printed version of Koenigsegg CCX performance supercar

Jul.11, 2015 - While recent models coming from Koenigsegg have been commanding over $4 million dollars apiece, scale model car maker Area71 has an alternative option for those who want to own their own garage of Koenigsegg’s on the cheap. More

New Mars Trek web app from NASA lets users view and 3D print Mars in its entirety

Jul.11, 2015 - NASA is offering earth-bound humans the opportunity to virtually explore planets similar to Google Earth, starting with a new web app that they’ve recently launched called Mars Trek. More

University of Michigan testing 3D printed autonomous mini-car 'SmartCarts'

Jul.11, 2015 - Local Motors, an Arizona-based pioneer in the field of 3D printing cars, and the University of Michigan have just started development on a program called SmartCart to get autonomous 3D printed cars the size of golf carts on the roads. More

Harvard's 3D printed, bio-inspired SoftBot jumps 6 times its body height

Jul.10, 2015 - A team of Harvard engineers has developed a jumping robot with a rubbery 3D printed body that can jump up to six times its own height (or about 76 centimeters) and land without being damaged. More

Perfectly bespoke earbuds 3D scanned and printed by UK company Snugs

Jul.10, 2015 - UK-based company Snugs has found success offering tailor-made earbuds, measured to fit perfectly within the unique curves of users’ ear canals, ensuring a more comfortable fit, better noise isolation, and the highest sound quality. More

Surgeons in China successfully implant world’s first 3D printed full-sacral prosthesis

Jul.10, 2015 - A patient in the People’s Hospital of Peking University in China received the world’s first 3D printed full-sacral prosthesis after a dangerous tumor was removed. More

Rocket Lab to build world's first private satellite launch pad for 3D printed rockets in New Zealand

Jul.9, 2015 - Rocket Lab, a New Zealand company who is responsible for creating the world's first 3D printed rocket has announced that they've been chosen to build what is likely to be the world's first private satellite launch pad to use for launching 3D printed rockets. More

Jan Bürstner shares design for awesome 3D printed RC hovercraft

Jul.9, 2015 - After reading an article about hovercrafts and further studying the principles of their operation, design engineer Jan Bürstner has created his own hovercraft design using his 3D printing. More

Neff Capital launches Sintavia, maker of 3D printed aerospace parts with $10M investment

Jul.9, 2015 - Neff Capital Management LLC, a private equity firm based in Ft. Lauderdale, FL, has announced that they have established a new company whose primary focus is on developing production parts for aerospace and defense original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) around the world using additive manufacturing methods. More

Thingiverse user shares designs for amazing 3D printable Photon Printer laser engraver

Jul.9, 2015 - New Zealand-based Thingiverse user Isolt has shared an amazing design for a 3D printable laser engraver. This cool Photon Printer was designed as an entry for the Light It Up contest and will be a perfect addition to any maker’s arsenal. More

leFabClub repairs bust of 11th century Cambodian king using MCor's paper-based 3D printer

Jul.9, 2015 - Eric Lemaresquier of leFabShop’s leFabClub in Paris, France used a combination of 3D scanning, 3D modeling and 3D printing to accurately replicate and repair a damaged ancient bust of Suryavarman, King of Cambodia, whose legacy dates back to the 11th Century. More

Lloyd Roberts shares designs for amazing 3D printable Zelda Master Sword and scabbard

Jul.9, 2015 - Experienced designer Lloyd Roberts has come up with an amazing 3D printed replica of the Master Sword and scabbard from the Zelda franchise. Perfect for confronting Ganondorf or for taking to ComicCon. More

Chinese woman receives the world's first 3D printed titanium sternal

Jul.9, 2015 - The 54-year-old woman from Luoyang City in China recently underwent surgery in the TangDu Hospital in Xi'an, becoming the first patient in the world to receive a 3D printed titanium sternal implant. More

Japanese scientists develop 3D printed liver model with visible blood vessel structures

Jul.9, 2015 - A team of researchers from the University of Tsukuba and Dai Nippon Printing Co.Ltd have just announced that they have successful 3D printed a liver model, with the internal blood vessels structures clearly visible in side. More

Project Seafood upcycles ocean plastics into 3D printed objects on-location

Jul.9, 2015 - Swiss designers and avid surfers Jennifer Gadient and Fabian Wyss have been traveling extensively over the past year across Europe in their van with the goal of settling down somewhere to surf and create 3D printed objects under their Project Seafood brand. More

US State Department fight against sharing 3D printed gun blueprints online

Jul.9, 2015 - US State Deparment has proposed revisions to International Traffic in Arms which will effectively outlaw 3D printed guns. The revisions essentially focus on the digital transmission of technical data. More

Oyma 3D creates 400 3D printed 'Rocinante' sculptures for the 400th Anniversary of Don Quixote

Jul.9, 2015 - In celebration of the 400th Anniversary of Don Quixote of La Mancha, Egyptian design engineer Mahmoud Al-Swedy of Oyma3D digitally sculpted a 3D model of the famous Spanish knight’s beloved horse, ‘Rocinante’ over the past nine months. More

3DPrinterOS network surpasses 2,000 printers in 3 months, twice as fast as 3D Hubs

Jul.9, 2015 - 3DPrinterOS's network has now consists of more than 2000 connected online 3D printers (having grown twice as fast as 3D Hubs), involving 4700 users spread out over 920 cities and 83 countries. More

Cristiano Ronaldo meets his life-size near-nude clone created using 3D technologies

Jul.9, 2015 - 3D scanning and printing technologies were put to good use to create a life-size clone of Real Madrid’s own Portuguese football superstar Cristiano Ronaldo. More

Local Motors unveils designs for the world's first road-ready line of 3D printed cars

Jul.8, 2015 - Local Motors unveils designs for the world's first road-ready line of 3D printed cars. They have picked Kevin Lo’s 3D printed car designs for an actual commercial production line that is set to become available next year. More

Olloclip turns to 3D printing to develop new iPhone mobile photography rig

Jul.8, 2015 - Among others who have found success with creating clip-on lens systems for the iPhone include olloclip - and the company has just launched their most advanced mobile photography system to date in the form of olloclip Studio on Kickstarter. More

Fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld presents 3D printed Chanel suit at Paris Fashion Week

Jul.8, 2015 - On Tuesday at a Chanel event for Paris Fashion Week, Fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld presented a new line of 3D printed dresses in front of a celebrity-studded runway. More

NOWlab teams with BigRep to 3D print biodegradable, biology-inspired 'Glacier' stool

Jul.8, 2015 - Berlin-based interdisciplinary design studio NOWlab combined both the natural world with 3D Printing technology in their latest design, the ‘Glacier’. More

Designer Charbel Feghaly and DF3D 3D print an intricate dress with inside facing hinges

Jul.8, 2015 - Arabian fashion designer Charbel Feghaly has teamed up with Indian 3D printing platform DF3D to 3D print a very intricate dress featuring countless inside facing hinges. More

Brazilian maker creates motorized 3D printed prosthetic hand Biohand using off-the-shelf parts

Jul.7, 2015 - Inspired by the need for a robust and low-cost 3D printed hand prosthesis using off-the-shelf components, Martin Vincent Bloedorn’s ‘Biohand’ is among one of the more mechanically complex prosthetic hands that emulates a human hand and is currently available as an open source model online. More

Constellium, Stelia Aerospace & CT Ingenierie partner for 3D printing airplane fuselages

Jul.7, 2015 - Constellium announced that they have has formed a partnership with STELIA Aerospace and CT INGENIERIE to engage in a research and development project called FAST, focused on topological optimization of aero structures and additive manufacturing. More

Dutch designer teams up with LeapFrog to 3D print gorgeous OctoMadness Zoetrope

Jul.7, 2015 - With the help of Leapfrog 3D printers, Dutch team led by animator and designer Klaas-Harm de Boer has created a gorgeous, multicolored and functional zoetrope called ‘The OctoMadness’. More

Robot Factory launches Copperface kit for coating plastic or resin 3D printed parts in metal

Jul.7, 2015 - Italian 3D printer manufacturers Robot Factory has just launched the Copperface kit, a low-cost option which will easily enable home users to coat plastic or resin 3D printed parts in metal. More

Dutch maritime consortium teams up with NLR to research 3D printing of ship components

Jul.7, 2015 - As part of the project ‘3D Printing of Maritime Spare Parts’, Dutch consortium of 27 shipyard-related businesses has teamed up with high end manufacturer NLR to study the quality and durability of 3D printed metal parts in maritime conditions. More

3D print your own Japanese Kaiju-inspired pinhole camera

Jul.7, 2015 - Inspired by both his love for Kaiju (japanese monsters) as well as his love for photography, Thingiverse user schlem created a giant mutant-inspired pinhole camera using his 3D printer - the terraPin Kaiju 6x18 Pinhole Gamera. More

Dutch start-up Boulton launches DLP-SLA 3D printed eyewear on Kickstarter

Jul.7, 2015 - Boulton is a Dutch start-up seeking to launch their brand of eyewear, made with DLP and SLA 3D printing, on Kickstarter. Aiming to create custom-tailored solutions for heads, the Boulton Eyewear team uses a process that allows users to scan their faces using their own phones rather than a dedicated 3D scanner. More

Student creates custom carbon fiber printing robot using 3D printing

Jul.6, 2015 - Using Rhino to design and model her components, industrial design student Basia Dżaman focused on creating a new fully-working technology that allows users to create their own carbon fiber structure that’s built around supporting structure with the aid of a KUKA robot. More

Designer Michael Sng creates a 435-part 3D printed walking tank

Jul.6, 2015 - Consisting of over 400 hand-painted 3D printed parts that create a 20-inch tall scale model of a multi-story walking tank, the HMC Boudicca is also fully functional and interactive with Arduino-controlled motors, servos, and LEDs. More

3D printed Prehensile prosthetic emulates 27 bones of human hand with aluminum tubing and coiled springs

Jul.6, 2015 - 3D Printed Prehensile emulates 27 bones within the biological human hand and the internal rigging consists of various thicknesses of aluminum tubing and coiled springs in order to provide highly-responsive functionality. More

This 3D printed 'dough' could fix up your fractured bones

Jul.6, 2015 - A team of scientists from the University of Nottingham has developed a new 3D bioprinting technique that allows them to 3D print a thick paste filled with protein-releasing microspheres that can be used to greatly speed up bone regeneration after fractures. More

Steinway unveils piano with 3D printed ceramic components in Taiwan

Jul.6, 2015 - Steinway and high quality ceramic producers Franz unveiled the Steinway Sun and Moon Reflection piano, complete with 3D printed ceramic parts and screws on 25 June in Taiwan. More

3Dponics launches first 3D printable mini medical marijuana garden

Jul.6, 2015 - 3Dphonics Inc has just launched what is believed to be the world’s first 3D printable and fully modular and customizable medical marijuana garden. More

18 year old converts film camera to digital with 3D printed parts

Jul.5, 2015 - Ollie Baker from Brighton, UK, has successfully converted a 1970s Konica Auto S3 into a digital camera using pieces from a Sony NEX-5 and 3D printed parts he designed himself. More

Microsoft shares 3D printable designs for custom docking station for Surface Pro 3

Jul.5, 2015 - Microsoft has just released 3D printable files for developing a custom docking station for the Windows Surface Pro 3 tablet, enabling you to conveniently add it to your doubtlessly impressive multi-screen workstation. More

Artist gains foothold in 3D printing world with Iron Man MK 42 boot prototype

Jul.4, 2015 - California-based artist and Avengers mega-fan James Christianson has nearly completed a semi-functional Iron Man armor prototype using 3D printing, CNC, mechatronics and onboard computing. More

3D print your own copy of Nick Friez's Window Hanging Garden

Jul.4, 2015 - The Window Hanging Garden is a 3D printable garden that was created by industrial designer Nick Friez for a class at Philadelphia University and was recently presented at the IMM Cologne, International Furnishings Show. More

Indian architect Ekaggrat Kalsi is 3D printing with light

Jul.4, 2015 - Indian architect Ekaggrat Singh Kalsi has transformed his Delta 3D printer into a light printing machine and used it to create a remarkable replica of his daughter’s face. More

Researchers create revolutionary optical fiber 3D printing technique for telecom and datacom industries

Jul.3, 2015 - Researchers at the University of Southampton have been exploring ways of using additive manufacturing to produce optical fibers. Using their new technique they have been able to form complex fibre structures by layering ultra-pure glass powder and gradually building up a shape to create a preform. More

PLEN2 opens up pre-orders and community hub for their 3D printed humanoid robot

Jul.3, 2015 - PLEN company announced that for the first time since their Kickstarter campaign came to a close last year, users who might not have been able to purchase a PLEN2 during the campaign can now pre-order a robot directly from the PLEN online store. More

3D printed joint replacement manufacturer ConforMIS raises $135M after going public on NASDAQ

Jul.3, 2015 - ConforMIS's iFit Image-to-Implant technology platform allows for surgeons to use preoperative CT scan to create 3D printed joint replacement implants that are customized to fit the needs of each patient. More

QalamSila launches Kickstarter for 3D printed construction set app

Jul.3, 2015 - Created by a group of design engineers from Beirut, QalamSila 2.0 is a 3D construction app that will let users build models on their mobile devices before 3D printing the resulting joint connectors and combining them with wood pencils to create K’Nex-like models. More

Lab3D unveils 3D ‘parallel printing’ concept and lightweight & energy efficient façade for construction industry

Jul.2, 2015 - Dutch designers Hans Lankhaar and Bram van den Haspel of Lab3D in Rotterdam have developed and successfully 3D printed a lightweight and energy efficient façade. More

AMD shares 3D printable files for customizing Radeon R9 Fury X graphics card

Jul.1, 2015 - Processor developer AMD has kept a close eye on customization over the years, and their new Radeon R9 Fury X graphics card comes with a customizable front plate that can be replaced or altered with 3D printed parts. More

Bold Machines and 3DKitbash collaborate to 3D print life-sized Quin doll

Jul.1, 2015 - While a small 3D printed model of Quin has been available for purchase for $24.95, Robinson and Mathis recently collaborated with Bold Machines to make a life-sized version of Quin using the 3D printing incubator’s impressive 3D printer farm. More

Dubai says plans world’s first fully functional 3D printed office building

Jul.1, 2015 - Dubai – one of the two most important emirates – is entering the 3D printed building race. Their goal? To build a 2,000 square feet functional building using nothing but 3D printing technology. More

Transhumanist Martine Rothblatt working on 3D printed organs injected with stem cells

Jul.1, 2015 - Martine Rothblatt's method would involve 3D printing a scaffold of an organ out of materials that are compatible with the human body before isolating the cells from the sick patient and converting the desired tissue type into usable cells using the scaffolding. More

Australia's 3D Medical Limited receives order for 25 3D printed jaws after successful surgery

Jul.1, 2015 - Australia’s 3D Medical Limited, which created a titanium jaw for a Melbourne man in an Australian-first surgery just less than a month ago, has signed a deal to create another 25 of the 3d printed life-changing devices over the next twelve months. More

Couple creating cheap NecropSynth 3D printed rats for more ethical dissections

Jul.1, 2015 - NecropSynth is working on 3D printing macroscopically accurate, anatomical models of a rat, eliminating the need for real animals to be sacrificed in the name of science and education. More

A new ink formulation allows you to 3D print objects out of stretchy graphene

Jun.30, 2015 - And while some graphene successes have been previously achieved, this specific ink contains more graphene than any previously developed 3D printable materials (the previous record was around the 20 percent). This means that the electrical and mechanical properties of graphene can soon be taken into use. More

Canadian engineer 3D prints a functioning water pump that fits on large water containers

Jun.30, 2015 - Canadian engineer has 3D printed a functioning water pump that works perfectly and can even function as a tap for those large water containers. More

Designer duo 3D prints physical version of Angry Birds

Jun.30, 2015 - One designer duo has used their 3D printer to recreate the infamous Angry Birds app as a playable tabletop game, and has graciously shared all of his excellent designs for home use. More

MIT develops 3D printed 360-degree tactical camera ball to assist police in raiding close areas

Jun.30, 2015 - Bounce Imaging, is gearing up to release their first line of tactical spheres - which are equipped with cameras and sensors that can instantly transmit panoramic images back to a smartphone. More

The Cultivator conceptual machine designed for 3D printing meat on-demand

Jun.30, 2015 - A pair of German students has created a conceptual prototype 3D printer designed for kitchen countertops that people could use to create meat on-demand within the confines of their own kitchen. More

Microsoft 'improves' Oculus Rift with 3D printed lenses, shares 3D printable CAD files

Jun.29, 2015 - Despite recently settling on a partnership with Oculus Rift and while working on their own HoloLens, Microsoft developers have just released some free CAD files for users to improve their Oculus Rift headsets. More

XSENSE unveils 3D printed prosthetic at DMS Tokyo, starts collaboration with paralympians

Jun.29, 2015 - The Japanese artist collective XSENSE is taking things to the next level with a new, functional prosthetic and a collaboration with Paralympic athletes in need of prostheses. More

Paper-thin 3D printed solar cells to provide affordable electricity for unlit rural areas

Jun.29, 2015 - Now, a new printed solar cell technology that only requires the use of existing industrial-size 3D printers and some perovskite material may soon promise clean renewable for 1.3 billion people in developing countries, too. More

Byxee, first smart safety device for bike is brought to life thanks to Kentstrapper's Volta 3D printer

Jun.29, 2015 - Similar to the driver assistance systems found within modern cars, the Byxee, which was created by Italian AI specialist Riccardo Ricci, aims to warn riders when moving objects or hazardous objects enter its field of view to ultimately help prevent an accident from occurring. More

Naturebytes launches 3D printable Raspberry Pi Wildlife Camera trap Kit to teach kids tech

Jun.29, 2015 - Naturebytes has just launched a new Kickstarter campaign for their Wildlife Cam Kit, which aims to help young makers capture wildlife photos using a Raspberry Pi-powered camera with the option to 3D print their own camera housing. More

California woman uses customized 3D printed tools to overcome mobility disabilities

Jun.29, 2015 - Brandy Leigh Scott overcame the challenges of her Dupuytrens Contracture symptoms by developing her own solutions with the help of the support from online 3D printing supplier MatterHackers and their 3D printers. More

GMC introduces new ads featuring 3D printed humanoid robot 'Plastic Man' that can can talk & see

Jun.29, 2015 - Justin Mattarocchia describes his design process as a series of building up shapes starting with some loose reference points. Among his more well-known examples include his life-size humanoid skeleton ‘Plastic Man’, which he unveiled last year. More

Spectrum Health prints first 3D heart model using multiple medical imaging techniques

Jun.27, 2015 - A team of heart specialists from Spectrum Health Helen DeVos Children's Hospital in Grand Rapids, Michigan have announced that they have successfully 3D printing the first model of a heart that utilizes multiple imaging techniques in a single, detailed print. More

Sweden's +Project begins process of creating 3D printed houses from cellulose material

Jun.27, 2015 - In a new collaborative project that currently has over SEK 35 million invested in it, a team of researchers and partners are developing a new technology that’s capable of producing full-scale 3D printed houses using cellulose material. More

Italian designer 3D prints a gorgeous guitar inspired by HP Lovecraft groundbreaking art

Jun.26, 2015 - Italian designer Francesco Orrù has created a gorgeous 3D printed guitar. While 3D printing a functioning guitar itself is already impressive, Francesco has added a second layer of difficulty by modelling the body after HP Lovecraft’s groundbreaking artwork. More

NextGen, first chef's knife with custom 3D printed handles built to perfectly fit your hand

Jun.26, 2015 - Massachusetts-based knife specialists NextGen has launched a crowdfunding campaign for custom made knives that rely on 3D printing to create perfect ergonomic grips for chefs of every level. More

Possible terrorist group apprehended in Hong Kong with bomb material and a 3D printer

Jun.26, 2015 - An entirely new violent avenue has been found in Hong Kong, where a group of potential terrorists were apprehended earlier this week with a 3D printer and materials used in bomb making. More

This incredible 3D printed Batman Arkham Origins suit is fabricated using 3D printing

Jun.26, 2015 - While there are plenty of excellent examples of 3D printed cosplay props and even entire suits out there, few are as cool or as impressive as a Batman suit designed and 3D printed by the Irish design studio Order 66 Workshop and Effects, who are based in Galway, Ireland. More

3D artist creates awesome 3D printed 30" Batmobile from the original 1989 Batman movie

Jun.25, 2015 - Now, another Batman fan has produced a 3D printable model of what is perhaps one of the most iconic Batman vehicles of all-time: the Batmobile from the original 1989 Batman movie. More

Ziggy the dog receives life-changing surgery thanks to Australian 3D printing startup

Jun.25, 2015 - Recently, Ziggy, a border collie from Queensland, Australia who belongs to a group of veterinary students at the University of Queensland, underwent a surgical procedure that was made possible thanks to the aid of a 3D printed replica of his deformed front leg. More

New Australian experiment rewards joggers with 3D printed chocolate treats based on exercise data

Jun.25, 2015 - For a new behavioral experiment that’s taking place in Australia, ten Melbourne families will install a 3D printer in their home that will produce various 3D printed chocolate objects based on the frequency and intensity of their exercise. More

Australian 3D design engineer creates a 3D printed electric guitar using an UP Box

Jun.25, 2015 - Michael Tyson, a 3D design engineer and distributor of 3D printers in Australia, recently took it upon himself to design and 3d print an FDM electric guitar using Polymaker’s PolyMax PLA filament on the UP Box 3D printer. More

Create your own 3D printed racing bike with colorFabb's XT-CF20 carbon fiber filament

Jun.25, 2015 - A regular desktop 3D printer was used to create a track bike at filament manufacturer colorFabb’s 3D print lab. The concept bike, which was created by Stephan Schürmann, was designed to demonstrate the capabilities that regular desktop 3D printers can offer in creating ready-to-use products. More

Australian 3D design engineer creates a 3D printed electric guitar using an UP Box

Jun.25, 2015 - Michael Tyson, a 3D design engineer and distributor of 3D printers in Australia, recently took it upon himself to design and 3d print an FDM electric guitar using Polymaker’s PolyMax PLA filament on the UP Box 3D printer. More

Startup Ripples combines inkjet and 3D printing to print any imagine in coffee foam

Jun.25, 2015 - Startup Ripples unveiled their Ripple Maker coffee 3D printer at CE Week in New York City. Combining inkjet printing with 3D printer technology, this machine can 3D print any previously uploaded image into your coffee foam each morning. More

Formlabs pop-up microfactory to create 3D printed IoT wristbands in real-time

Jun.24, 2015 - This week (June 23-25) at the Solid Conference at Fort Mason in San Francisco - a hardware and software conference - a 3D printing production line microfactory has been assembled to help highlight just how powerful these microfactories can be. More

MakerBot & ThinkFun release free 3D printable Construction Sets and launch 'Kids make it' Challenge

Jun.24, 2015 - As part of this sensible turn-around, Makerbot has just released an interesting series of sets together with ThinkFun, all aimed to encourage children to become more interested in scientific possibilities. More

Neri Oxman who plans to '3D print' buildings wins Vilcek Prize

Jun.24, 2015 - Neri Oxman, a designer, architect, artist and head of the MIT Media Lab's Mediated Matter research group as been named the 2014 recipient of the Vilcek Prize in Design. More

Ford adopts Carbon3D’s ultra-fast CLIP 3D printing technology for prototyping

Jun.24, 2015 - Ford and Carbon3D have just announced that this giant of the automobile industry will begin using CLIP as a prototyping tool. To explain, Carbon3D is a very young startup from Redwood City, California. More

World’s first 3D printed modular supercar is unveiled, built using revolutionary ‘Node’ technology platform

Jun.24, 2015 - San Francisco-based Divergent Microfactories introduced the company’s plan to dematerialize and democratize car manufacturing in the form of the company’s very first 3D printed supercar prototype, Blade. More

Finnish startup Fimatec unveils concept for ready-built 3D printed walls for modular apartments

Jun.24, 2015 - A Finland-based company is currently researching ways of leveraging additive manufacturing technology to create 3D printed apartment buildings that can be used in the very near future. More

3D printed Lawnfixer attaches to broomstick for effortless lawn repair

Jun.24, 2015 - Belgian designer Tom De Vrieze has just released a deceptively simple multi-use garden tool that, using nothing more than a 3D printed head, an old broomstick, and a bit of elbow grease, will turn your law from brown and patchy, to golf-course-worthy green. More

Washington scientists 3D print with custom molecules to create low-cost mechanical sensor

Jun.24, 2015 - A team of researchers from the University of Washington has succeeded in printing out molecules that can respond to their surroundings and act as sensors. More

3D printed parts will be onboard the first FAA-approved drone delivery on July 17th

Jun.24, 2015 - Now, one drone design in particular that features 3D printed components has been approved by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to begin making deliveries in the United States. More

Britain invests £10M into funding research for 3D printing in aerospace technologies

Jun.24, 2015 - Recently, the UK’s Business Minister Anna Soubry announced a £10m competition to find "game-changing" aerospace technologies that can help "keep Britain at the forefront of the global aerospace market". More

Fourteen-year-old maker builds fantastic modular 3D printed marble machine

Jun.23, 2015 - Fourteen-year-old girl Jazzmyn 3D printed a complex, modular, endlessly variable and very impressive marble machine. Remember those marble machines you used to play with as a kid? They’re nothing compared to this incredible creation. More

Britain invests £10M into funding research for 3D printing in aerospace technologies

Jun.23, 2015 - Recently, the UK’s Business Minister Anna Soubry announced a £10m competition to find "game-changing" aerospace technologies that can help "keep Britain at the forefront of the global aerospace market". More

Ensure you have a clean workspace with this 3D printed mini USB vacuum cleaner

Jun.23, 2015 - This mini 3D printed USB vacuum cleaner has been designed by the young French Instructables user loboat with a single, very recognizable purpose in mind: to clean the endless mess desk after tinkering with plastic, wood and electronics for hours. More

Spain's Moyupi lets kids create their own full-color 3D printed monster toy designs

Jun.23, 2015 - For design engineer Juan Ángel Medina of Jaen, Spain, leveraging modern additive manufacturing technologies to make it easy for parents to create custom 3D prints of their child’s artwork has since become a full-time job and he is now launching a new platform to make this process easier called Moyupi. More

3DSimo Mini is pocket-sized Mini 3D printing pen that can 3D draw, solder, burn and cut

Jun.23, 2015 - Today, the Czech Republic-based company 3DSimo announced that they are re-packaging its 3DSimo 3D printing pen into a much smaller offering that ‘packs a punch’ in an even more pocket-friendly design. More

Nervous System's Floraform software will allow you to create gorgeous nature-inspired 3D printed jewelry

Jun.23, 2015 - Nervous System is working on an online platform of their Floraform software, where users can cultivate their own naturally inspired 3D printed jewelry creations. More

Legacy Effects uses Carbon3D's CLIP 3D printers for Terminator Genisys & Hollywood special effects

Jun.23, 2015 - Carbon3D recently announced that top special-effects company Legacy Effects relied on its CLIP 3D printing technology during the production of both the commercial and for the upcoming Arnold Schwarzenegger blockbuster Terminator Genisys. More

German Giant Ottobock teams with UNYQ to develop stylish 3D printed prosthetics

Jun.23, 2015 - One of the world leaders in prosthetic manufacturing, Ottobock, has just announced a partnership with innovative designers UNYQ to look into 3D printing options. More

Russian company Rostec unveils 3D printed multipurpose amphibious drone

Jun.22, 2015 - Russian business Rostec has developed a 3D printed truly multi-purpose drone that can take on just about any terrain challenge, whether its soft soil, marchland, water, snow and more. More

Boeing's new eco-focused 757 utilizes all-new aviation technologies including 3D printing

Jun.22, 2015 - Boeing has been developing their ecoDemonstrator 757 aircraft that, among other things, is focused on more than 15 eco-friendly technologies that improve aviation’s environmental performance. More

Taiwanese man creates ‘Panda’, a 3D printed house-cleaning robot

Jun.22, 2015 - Created by industrial designer Jake Lee, the Panda is an improved version of Lee’s previous cleaning robot, with enhanced features such as air suction, a sweeper, and a roller brush. More

British PhD student 3D prints on inflatable substrate to create artificial muscles

Jun.22, 2015 - Fergal Coulter, a lecturer and PhD candidate at the College of Art & Design and Build Environment at the Nottingham Trent University, is using 3D printing and scanning techniques to create artificial muscles. More

Bold Machines teams up with Milestone-Studio to 3D print an oral cancer diagnosis kit

Jun.22, 2015 - Milestone-Studio and Bold Machines have created the Vista Dental’s OncoLight Oral Lesion Screening Kit, that could be used to catch oral lesions that can become cancerous early and thus greatly increase the survival rate of people everywhere. More

Cosplay designers create incredible 3D printed ‘Batman: Arkham Knight’ suit

Jun.22, 2015 - Working alongside several partners including Graphix Monster and Armory Props, Crimson Coscrafts created a fully-3D printed ‘Batman: Arkham Knight’ suit which is worn by Batman in the upcoming Arkham Knight video game. More

Evonik invests in 3D printed, biomechanically optimized insoles from Wiivv Wearables

Jun.21, 2015 - Wiivv Wearables, one of the first companies to use 3D printing to produce affordable and customizable insoles, has received a venture capital investment from Evonik, made jointly with Formation 8 and Real Ventures, Canada’s largest and most active seed investor. More

Australian man now able to eat again thanks to 3D printed titanium prosthetic jaw

Jun.20, 2015 - 3D printing technology was used to create a 3D printed jaw prosthesis for a 32-year-old Australian man; a first for the country. The man, Richard Stratton, was born with a rare deformity that has made chewing food incredibly painful. More

Exovite is developing custom 3D printed splints that will heal your broken bone faster

Jun.20, 2015 - Exovite is developing a system of immobilization and rehabilitation that will create a revolution in the field of orthopedics and musculoskeletal treatments. More

Blind & deaf mother receives a 3D printed bust of daughter before she heads off to college

Jun.20, 2015 - Aiming to help make this transition easier for blind and deaf mother Faith Altheide, Maconaquah teachers Ron Shaffer and Cory Howard have created a 3D printed replica of her daughter before she heads off to college. More

Prop artist Michael Ruddy 3D prints an amazing cosplay replica of the bow from Thief video game

Jun.19, 2015 - Prop artist Michael Ruddy, who regularly shares 3D printed cosplay props through his Facebook page Hero Complex Props, has just revealed the results of a very interesting game-inspired project: the bow from the Thief video game. More

'You Design, We Print' - Drawn seeking funding to offer customized furniture built with its giant 3D printing robot arm

Jun.19, 2015 - French startup Drawn has turned to Kickstarter to raise €15K in funds for the launch of its very first range of 3D printed decorative objects. More

Dassault Systèmes and Safran join efforts to advance the future of 3D printed aerospace parts

Jun.19, 2015 - Dassault Systèmes has announced that they have established a partnership with Safran Group to further develop “expertise in the virtual validation of the additive manufacturing process” using Dassault Systèmes’ 3DEXPERIENCE platform. More

Designer Nanu Al-Hamad teams with Bold Machines to produce innovative HANKY pocket square design

Jun.18, 2015 - Al-Hamad, who collaborated with Bold Machines to investigate the range of material possibilities, just launched his latest piece, the “HANKY: Structured Pocket Square”. More

Italy's WASP is called upon to lead 3D printing effort for preserving ancient Italian ruins

Jun.18, 2015 - Italian 3D printing company WASP seeks to preserve the artistic and cultural heritage of the area through the use of their 3D printing technologies. More

Print-Rite showcases a very cool and flexible dancing robot built on its Colido 3D printer

Jun.18, 2015 - The Colido 3D printer – developed by Hong Kong-based 3D printer manufacturers Print-Rite – is looking pretty good, as they have used it to create a very flexible and very cool dancing robot. More

South African scientists develop 3D printed mechanical prosthetic hand with individually moving fingers

Jun.18, 2015 - A team of scientists from the South African University of Cape Town have unveiled a prosthetic with individually moving fingers. The hand is 3D printed with SLS 3D printing technology and capable of working with sensors and motors. More

Researchers create 3D printed custom shapes for liquid medicine tablets, including dinosaur pills for kids

Jun.18, 2015 - It may even be possible for doctors to one day email patients a dosage that can be 3d printed into a specific shape at home - such as dinosaurs or elephants for young patients. More

Mark Leonard of Aztec Scenic Design gives new insight into creating 3D printed ceilings

Jun.18, 2015 - Aztec Scenic Design has been using 3D printing to create custom interior work for high-end homes including the design, development and installation of intricate custom ceiling designs. More

V-Moda begins offering 3D printed headphone 'Shields' that can cost you up to $40000

Jun.18, 2015 - V-Moda has been using the technology for a few years now to create a number of 3D printed plastic “Shields”, which act as customizable side panels where DJs and other users can show off their ‘brand and image’. More

Swedish researchers successfully 3D print cellulose-based circuits

Jun.17, 2015 - A group of researchers from Chalmers University of Technology in Sweden were able to successfully print and dry three-dimensional objects that were made from cellulose for the first time with the help of a 3D bioprinter. More

China's Winbo creates a full-scale 3D printed engine using 18 3D printers

Jun.17, 2015 - China’s Winbo Smart Tech Co.,Ltd, a 3D printer manufacturer that has multiple product lines of all multiple sizes and prices, took it upon themselves to create a full-scale working Toyota 4-cylinder engine using their own 3D printers. More

Create your own 3D printed features with the open source SULI portable solar light

Jun.17, 2015 - A group of light designers from Santiago, Chile have been actively developing a solution and have recently launched their answer on Indiegogo. Their product, SULI, is designed to be a portable solar module that also aims to democratize access to light for everybody. More

Taiwanese dance performance Storynest uses motion capture and 3D printing to help tell the story

Jun.17, 2015 - Storynest, a Taiwanese performance and dance project, has resorted to using 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies to help add a new dimension to their storytelling experience. More

Swissto12 signs contract with European Space Agency to create 3D printed antennas for space exploration

Jun.17, 2015 - Private Swiss company Swissto12 SA just signed a major contract with the European Space Agency to develop a metal-plated polymer antenna design. More

Quake fan creates a fully-functional 3D printed RC tank PC computer mod

Jun.17, 2015 - Adam Owen recently used 3D printing to create a fully-functional 3D printed RC tank PC computer mod. To create the tank, Owen first designed the individual parts in Sketchup using reference photos along the way to ensure that his results were accurate to the original tank. More

New $150 Micro Drone 3.0 flies onto Indiegogo, thanks to 3D printing

Jun.16, 2015 - For his Micro Drone 3.0 project - which is seeking to raise $75,000 on the crowdfunding platform - Vernon Kerswell aimed at creating a small and sophisticated personal drone that captures high-quality HD video. More

3D print your own iStein drink caddy featuring a limited edition Game of Thrones sigil

Jun.16, 2015 - Chris Czech from Mutant Design is back with an all-new design that is sure to add another element of fun to your summer thanks to 3D printing: the iStein 3D Printed Drink Caddy (AKA The Smartest Stein You Know). More

Surgeons use 3D printing to help fix serious skull defects for young South African girls

Jun.16, 2015 - The World Craniofacial Foundation (WCF), which seeks to give normal lives to those who suffer craniofacial defects, recently teamed up with professor Frank Graewe, MD to help reconstruct the faces of two African girls with serious skull deformities using 3D printing. More

UC San Diego students prepare to break world record with 3D printed rocket engine

Jun.16, 2015 - A group of UC San Diego students from the UC San Diego chapter of Students for the Exploration and Development of Space have been spending their time developing a 3D printed rocket engine, which they have been actively testing in the nearby Mojave Desert. More

South Korea calls upon Germany's InssTek DMT Grand Teton 3D printer to repair fighter jets

Jun.16, 2015 - South Korea has turned to the 3D printing technology for repairing the country’s F-15K fighter jets, which are made by American manufacturer Boeing McDonnell Douglas. More

Pennsylvania high school student saves district more than $10,000 with 3D printed repair parts

Jun.16, 2015 - An enterprising sophomore student in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, recently turned a few dollars worth of 3D printing filament into over $10,000 in savings for his district school board. More

Carnegie Mellon College of Engineering projects top 10 list for 3D printed metal applications

Jun.16, 2015 - A group of experts from Carnegie Mellon University have projected what they believe are the top ten applications for metal-based 3D printing. Jack Beuth, has been actively researching how metal-based additive manufacturing process can be made faster and cheaper. More

Doctors in India use 3D printing to help in surgical planning to correct orbital hypertelorism

Jun.16, 2015 - Dr. Sathish Vasishta, a craniomaxillofacial surgeon, and Dr. Derick Mendonca, a plastic surgeon, of the Sakra Hospital in Bangalore, India used a 3D printed model for a surgical procedure to correct orbital hypertelorism. More

Australian office supplies giant Officeworks launches 3D Experience Centre

Jun.15, 2015 - Officeworks, an office supplies giant that could be compared to staples, has just opened a 3D Experience Centre in Melbourne, Australia. This 3D Experience Centre can be found in the Officeworks store on Russel Street in Melbourne, and aims to introduce both business and private clients to 3D printing technology. More

Chinese inventor develops the first ever 3D printed washing machine for shoes

Jun.15, 2015 - Chinese inventor Liu Feng has developed a very interesting and very functional 3D printed washing machine specifically designed for cleaning your shoes safely, properly and without damaging them. More

Project Deep-Z: 3D printed low cost devices can be used for deep water exploration

Jun.15, 2015 - Over the last few months, Martin Baumers and his team have been working on project Deep-Z: a non-academic and hands-on research project funded by private individuals, aiming to find out whether 3D printing can be used to build low cost devices for deep water exploration. More

Artist Matt Pearson uses 3D printing to transform a gourd into an interactive instrument

Jun.15, 2015 - California-based artist Matt Pearson has taken a more natural approach to 3D printed instruments, transforming a gourd into a very intuitive instrument. While it contains no strings, buttons or keys, music is played by holding the gourd and moving around. More

Dutch artist plans giant 3D printed Madonna statue to fight against ocean plastic

Jun.15, 2015 - Among others who are drawing awareness to this environmental issue include Dutch artist Peter Smith, who is planning to turn 100,000 littered plastic bottles into a giant sculpture of Madonna and child to help draw attention to this pressing issue. More

Learn how to use 3D printing for mold making with this Crystal Glow Knuckles project

Jun.14, 2015 - Matthew Borgatti over at Adafruit has prepared the perfect project that combines both 3D printing and casting as well as some basic electronics to create the ultimate LED glow ring. More

3D printed model of fused jaw helps surgeons correct 3-year-old’s rare facial deformity, she is now able to speak and eat

Jun.14, 2015 - More recently, 3D printing was used to aid in the surgical repair of a severe facial deformity in China. Ami Namuhan, a little girl who was born in 2013 in China’s Xinjiang province, was born with both her upper and lower jaws fused together. More

State Department and Congress bring 3D printed guns under fire

Jun.14, 2015 - In separate yet related news this week, Congressional Democrats have proposed a ban on plastic guns, such as those created by 3D printers, while the US State Department has issued two new statements that aim to give it more control over the publishing of 3D printable gun files. More

Prop maker uses 3D printing to create Immortan Joe's mask from Mad Max: Fury Road

Jun.13, 2015 - Replica Prop Forum user Logan (AKA Logan74k) recently took it upon himself to create an accurate replica of Immortan Joe's oxygen mask using 3D printing. He is planning on selling on Etsy to cosplayers and those who want to display the mask at home or in their office. More

3D print your favorite Ford vehicle - Ford opens 3D printable file webstore Ford 3D Store

Jun.13, 2015 - While many car manufacturers sell car toys, Ford has just launched the Ford 3D Store, becoming the first of the automobile giants to embrace 3D printable miniature cars. More

HiveHaven, beekeepers in Australia invents innovative beeboxes thanks to 3D printing

Jun.12, 2015 - Thanks to 3D printing, Australian company HiveHaven has been able to further refine the design direction of their bee-kind solution. Among other features of their design include the ability to provide improved heating and cooling properties. More

Build a 3D printed Raspberry Pi-powered pocket computer for monitoring your 3D prints

Jun.12, 2015 - Adafruit has recently put together one of the most simple and straight-forward guides for building a DIY computer that we’ve seen that's even capable of wirelessly monitoring your 3D printer. More

MX3D teams with Heijmans to build world's first 3D printed steel bridge in central Amsterdam

Jun.12, 2015 - Dutch R&D startup MX3D is about to start work on a fantastic new 3D printing project that should be able to withstand time, the Dutch weather and even the weight of all those tourists: a steel bridge over one of the many canals of Amsterdam. More

Prop artist Michael Ruddy 3D prints the hook worn by Dustin Hoffman in the movie 'Hook'

Jun.12, 2015 - More recently, Michael Ruddy from Hero Complex Props fired up his gMax 1.5 XT 3D printer to create a replica of the hook inspired by the 1991 classic film Hook - which starred Robin Williams and Dustin Hoffman. More

Try Before You Buy - MirrorMe3D offers 3D printed faces for cosmetic surgery patients

Jun.12, 2015 - Founded by New York plastic surgeon Carrie Stern, MirrorMe3D is a new 3D printing service that helps clients better understand what they would like in a three-dimensional form before undergoing the knife for procedures ranging from nose-jobs to facelifts. More

MIT researchers develop new 3D printed soft materials that change surface texture on command

Jun.11, 2015 - A team at MIT has developed a way of 3D printing soft materials with surface textures that can then be modified on demand to be smooth, ridged or bumpy, which could be useful for changing the aerodynamic resistance or reflectivity of an object on demand. More

3D Systems partners with e-NABLE, to debut new open-sourced K-1 3D printed hand

Jun.11, 2015 - 3D Systems announced today that it has partnered with e-NABLE Community Foundation (ECF) to support e-NABLE community and provides them access to advanced 3D printing tools and know-how. More

Interactive Holographic platform Holus, with 3D printing design options, successfully funded within hours

Jun.11, 2015 - Holus is a pyramid-shaped holographic platform that is as simple and intuitive to use as a tablet, while enabling interaction from four different angles. It can be a family entertainment system, an educational tool for interactive learning, a business tool for giving presentations and much more. More

think3D starts 3D printing educational tools to help visually impaired students

Jun.11, 2015 - Indian 3D printing platform think3D is already making significant steps in the right direction, launching an initiative to digitize and 3D print all diagrams and educational images from school textbooks to help educate visually impaired students. More

Student uses 3D printing to create super cool and low cost custom racing wheelchair gloves

Jun.11, 2015 - Arielle Rausin, a junior at the University of Illinois and member of the varsity wheelchair racing team, 3D printed a unique racing glove perfect for her hand and the rigors of wheelchair racing. More

German artists uses 3D printing to turn Micro Drones into fun buzzing and friendly wasps

Jun.11, 2015 - German Artist Kai Bracher has developed a very easy to use 3D printed shell that turns this tiny RC Micro Drone into a fun buzzing wasp. More

MTU Aero Engines uses additive manufacturing for mass 3D printing of Airbus engine parts

Jun.11, 2015 - MTU Aero Engines has started using 3D printing technology for producing nickel alloy borescope bosses, which form part of the turbine housing for the A320neo’s GTF engine. More

3D printing helps bring the HidrateMe Smart Water Bottle Kickstarter success

Jun.11, 2015 - An included sensor stick inside the HidrateMe water bottle automatically tracks how much a user drinks throughout the day by sending the information to the Hidrate app on a smartphone while simultaneously glowing when it’s time to drink more water. More

Make IoBot, a smartphone controlled 3D printable Arduino based robot

Jun.11, 2015 - The IoBot is a simple Arduino-based robot that can be controlled by both mobile and computer applications via LAN or USB cable. The IoBot application is capable of running on Android, Windows and Mac OS while the Arduino ‘brain’ is written in Python/Kivy. More

Polish acoustics engineer creates awesome 3D printed electric drumkit

Jun.11, 2015 - A Polish acoustics engineer recently created his own electric percussion kit through the use of 3D printing technology. The engineer, Michał Szydłowski, is a Research and Development Engineer for Toolheads at ZMorph Personal Fabricators. More

Taiwan's National Science & Tech Museum 3D prints a 197-piece Woolly Mammoth statue

Jun.10, 2015 - he Taiwanese National Science & Technology Museum commissioned the 3D printing of a gigantic statue of this majestic beast as a center piece for the exhibition ‘Journey of Printing Collections’, which was made with a desktop UP Plus 2 3D printer. More

Portuguese engineer 3D prints gorgeous rotating DNA Helix Lamp using glow-in-the-dark filament

Jun.10, 2015 - Portuguese engineer João Duarte has used glow-in-the-dark PLA filament to make a very inspiring lava lamp-esque creation consisting of an absolutely inspiring rotating and glow-in-the-dark DNA Helix Lamp. More

Tony Su shows off inspiring 3D printed candy vending machine, pinball machine, R/C LEGO car & bike light

Jun.10, 2015 - Taiwanese maker Tony Su has, among others, 3D printed objects as diverse for his children as a candy vending machine, a remote control car and even a pinball machine. More

Chinese retail lab creates its own custom foosball table with 3D scanning and 3D printing

Jun.10, 2015 - A team of Makers from Shanghai, Eddie Tsai and his colleagues at the Fung Academy, have used 3D printing technology to create their own foosball table that features their own heads for the actual players. More

Wevolver begins 3D printing robot avatars For Good project, helping hospitalized children experience London Zoo

Jun.10, 2015 - To help rapidly move the open source InMoove Robots for Good project along, Wevolver has just opened up a public workshop in Somerset House in London to help manufacture the robots using 3D printing. More

Build Upons amazing tiny light-up blocks for LEGO created using custom 3D printing Gcode

Jun.10, 2015 - The Build Upons use small LEGO-compatible bricks which allow builders to light up their brick creations using a three-part brick setup that includes a power brick, a bridge brick and an LED brick. More

Free 3D Printable of the Week: Don Foley's 3D printed SR-72 Aircraft

Jun.9, 2015 - Don Foley has created a 3D printable version of the SR-72 aircraft. He modeled the plane in Lightwave 3D. The angle of the wings and the shape of the body made it easy to design a print that could be divided into 3 sections for easy assembly. More

Free 3D Printable of the Week: Don Foley's 3D printed SR-72 Aircraft

Jun.9, 2015 - Don Foley has created a 3D printable version of the SR-72 aircraft. He modeled the plane in Lightwave 3D. The angle of the wings and the shape of the body made it easy to design a print that could be divided into 3 sections for easy assembly. More

Rethinking shoes: Two students develop 'FOOTPRINT' 3D printed custom algorithmic footwear

Jun.9, 2015 - For their thesis project, industrial design students Matt Flail and Tim Ganter have started the FOOTPRINT project, which aims to produce cutting edge footwear through 3D scanning, algorithmic models and 3D printing. More

RC modelers create a remote controlled 'Bed Mobile' and publish 3D files

Jun.9, 2015 - LANE Boys recently chose to build what is perhaps a first in the RC community with their recently-acquired 3D printer: a remote controlled bed. The bed was chosen both for its whimsical concept as well as its ability to fit a standard RC chassis. More

German teenagers create eye-movement controlled wheelchair with help of 3D printing

Jun.9, 2015 - 14-year-old Myrijam Stoetzer and 15-year-old Paul Foltin have been actively developing a solution for helping those bound to wheelchairs with limited mobility be able to control their wheelchair through the use of eye movement alone. More

Automatic Print Ejector is a fun boxing solution for 3D print removal problems

Jun.8, 2015 - The guys from Matterhackers have developed a 3D printable design that provides all of us with a fun and easy solution for 3D print removal problems: the Automatic Print Ejector. More

Get started with animatronics with this 3D printed tail project

Jun.8, 2015 - For those who want to try their hand at animatronics for a cosplay or other simple costume project, the recently-published ‘Really Simple Animatronic Tail’ project from Adafruit just might be the perfect place to start. More

New lightweight & customizable bionic prosthetic Nu Hand launches on Kickstarter

Jun.8, 2015 - Timothy Chung and his startup Biomechanical Robotics Group, has just launched a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter for the Nu Hand, a 3D printed bionic prosthetic that can be modified to suit every individual wearer. More

'Tactum' By MadLabs & Autodesk lets you design 3D printed wearables directly on your body

Jun.8, 2015 - Developed through the collaborative effort of Madlab and Autodesk, this Tactum modeling tool lets you design 3D printed wearable accessories directly on your body where you want them. More

Chinese doctors use 3D printed replicas to practice separating conjoined twins

Jun.8, 2015 - The Children's Hospital of Fudan University, which is located in Shanghai, will be performing the surgery on a pair of conjoined twins that were born on March 17th in the JiangXi province with the help of 3D printing. More

Sir Bradley Wiggins breaks cycling's hour record with 3D printed handlebars

Jun.8, 2015 - On Sunday night, UK cyclist Sir Bradley Wiggins annihilated the UCI Hour record at the Lee Valley Velodrome in London. Just a few weeks ago, fellow UK cyclist Alex Dowsett set a record of 52.937 kilometers and Wiggins broke it with an all-new handlebar design that was created thanks to 3D printing. More

PepsiCo is creating new deep-ridged potato chips on 3D printers

Jun.7, 2015 - The new chips, which PepsiCo is calling Deep Ridged, were first developed using a 3D model and a 3D printer to create a thick and super-crunchy potato chip experience. More

Daniel Fox 3D prints very impressive automaton that does pushups when you turn the crank

Jun.7, 2015 - Designer Daniel Fox has created an intricate automaton miniature of a man doing pushups. And what’s more, it actually works. Just turn the crank to set the pushup movement in motion. More

Designers create fully 3D printed playset based on iconic Mexican painter Frida Kahlo

Jun.7, 2015 - In pursuit of creating an alternative to Barbies and GI-Joe action figures, 3D designers Eva Sbaraini and Marco Autilio have created a fully-articulated 3D printable playset that is based on the iconic Mexican painter Frida Kahlo. More

Two-legged Texas puppy Scooter mobile with a custom-fitted 3D printed prosthetic

Jun.7, 2015 - 3D printing has helped enable dogs from multiple breeds and different sizes have custom prosthetic solutions designed and tailored for their disabilities. The puppy, Scooter, was found eight months ago at the age of just two months. More

Researchers at UTEP seek to advance 3D printed UAVs with embedded circuitry

Jun.7, 2015 - A team of researchers at UTEP have been dedicating a significant amount of time towards better understanding and improving upon the process of adding electronic components to UAVs during an additive manufacturing process. More

American Standard announces innovative new metal 3D printed faucet designs

Jun.6, 2015 - DXV by American Standard is considered to have some of their most innovative and meticulously crafted fixtures and faucets. It should come with little surprise then that the brand is responsible for the company’s first-ever lineup of 3D printed faucets. More

Student 3D prints temperature-sensitive prosthetic that can help the disabled to regain senses

Jun.6, 2015 - Chinese student Lu XiYi has designed a mechanical prosthetic hand with a temperature sense function that shoots electric currents up to the arm muscles whenever holding something too hot. More

Designers unveil a gigantic 3D printed interactive wall at the 3D printing expo in China

Jun.6, 2015 - A team of designers from EAZER have also developed something fantastic: The Puzzle of All Things, a gigantic wall of modular 3D printed components that interact with you and your surroundings. More

3D printed CoCoRo underwater mini-robots use collective cognition to perform tasks

Jun.6, 2015 - Department of Zoology at the Austrian University of Graz has created a swarm of 3D printed fish-like robots capable of not only learning individually, but also functioning through collective cognition. More

Northwestern University study confirms 3D printed metal parts help reduce aircraft weight by 7%

Jun.6, 2015 - A team of researchers at the Illinois school have confirmed that using 3D printing not only helps manufacturers save money, but it also contributes towards saving other resources such as fuel usage that could have a significant impact on the environment. More

Learn how to create 3D printed assemblies with this 3D printed rotary clock project

Jun.5, 2015 - 3D Printed Rotary Clock from Instructables user ‘NespLab’ (Matias Mamone) is one of the better starting points for those looking to learn more about creating functional objects with relatively simple assemblies. More

Ten-year-old Dolphin-loving girl gifted with special 3D printed prosthetic arm

Jun.5, 2015 - The latest 3D printed prosthetic feel-good story comes from the Clearwater Maritime Museum in Clearwater, Florida. For ten-year-old Annika Emmert, live has been met with some challenges due to having been born without a part of her right arm. More

Music composer creates custom 3D printed flute that makes beautiful sounds

Jun.5, 2015 - After being introduced to 3D printing, Terumi Narushima started a project that combines the flute with modern 3D printing to create custom wind instruments that are capable of producing these microtonal notes. More

Mass. researcher awarded $579K to 3D-print Lego-like materials for NASA

Jun.5, 2015 - Christopher Hansen of the University of Massachusetts was one of seven who were awarded a $579,000 NASA Early Career Faculty Space Technology Research Grant. His goal is to create a library of modular components - similar to LEGOs for NASA. More

Wired writer builds an untraceable AR-15 'Ghost Gun' in his office using a 3D printer and CNC mill

Jun.5, 2015 - To test out the difference between the 3D printing method and the Ghost Gunner method, Wired senior writer Andy Greenberg recently created the untraceable “ghost gun” firearm using both methods and documented both the final costs as well as his build process. More

3D printed My Driving Pal is a smart tracking device that monitors and tracks car/bike/child

Jun.5, 2015 - Created by Shahram Rezaei of San Ramon, California, My Driving Pal (MDP) is a combination hardware device and smartphone app that monitors a variety of different things in a person’s life. More

EasyJet to use drones to inspect jets, reveals 3D printing plan to speed up repairs

Jun.4, 2015 - easyJet, a British low-cost airline company based at the London Luton Airport, announced that they will incorporate 3D printing technologies at airports to create replacement parts for aircraft on-demand. More

Russian startup Zdravprint teams with NNIITO hospital to 3D print splints, implants and surgical models

Jun.4, 2015 - In collaboration with NNITTO, Zdravprint is not just 3D printing useful casts, but also finger splints, surgical models that increase the success rate of surgeries and even casting molds for implants. More

3D printed fashions hit the runway at 3D printing World Conference in China

Jun.4, 2015 - A spectacular catwalk debut was staged at the third World Conference of the 3D printing industry in Chengdu, China. On the evening of 3 June, they hosted a fantastic fashion feast ... More

Designer uses 3D printing to optimize the sound absorption qualities of geometric structures

Jun.4, 2015 - Dutch designer Foteini Setaki very consciously and critically approached the specific acoustic function of geometric shapes as part of his graduation project. And as his results showed, 3D printing technology... More

Lightweight KAFO Splint, 3D printed leg brace cost-effectively customized for perfect fit

Jun.4, 2015 - Industrial designer Or Steiner has created a 3D printable design using a Stratasys Objet1000 Multi-material 3D Production System. Titled the KAFO Splint, Steiner's fully-customizable and breathable functional leg brace looks more like a fashion accessory than a traditional leg brace. More

85-year-old woman walks again thanks to a successful 3D printed knee joints replacement surgery

Jun.4, 2015 - Recently, an 85-year-old woman from Conwy, Wales is enjoying life again after she underwent surgery to have both of her knee joints replaced - and the surgery was deemed a success thanks to the use of 3D printing. More

For preventing theft Japan temple worships 3D printed Buddha

Jun.4, 2015 - Sadly, a recent survey in Japan that was organized by the Japanese Agency for Cultural Affairs revealed that from 2007 to 2009, there were at least 105 related thefts of historical sculptures. More

Australian researchers create microtimber by 3D printing with macadamia nut shells

Jun.3, 2015 - Among other projects, Australian researchers have been actively working on developing a new project that leverages additive manufacturing technology to create sustainable microtimber out of discarded macadamia nut shells. More

Two-year-old born without a nose gets UK's first 3D-printed nasal implant

Jun.3, 2015 - Tessa Evans, who was born with an extremely rare medical condition - only 47 cases have been reported in medical history - called complete congenital arhinia, meaning that the two-year-old was born without a nose. More

3D printed waterproof AguaDrone with sonar fish finder launches on Kickstarter

Jun.3, 2015 - AguaDrone has certain qualities that the current ensemble of 3D printed drones and quadcopters are lacking. Not only is it waterproof, but due to a number of functions that include a WiFI signal-based Sonar Fish Finder... More

Janne Kyttanen's 3D printed sofa design weighs just 2.5 kg but can hold up to 100 kg

Jun.3, 2015 - Janne Kyttanen's latest 3D printed piece, Sofa So Good, was inspired by the structures of spiderwebs and silkworm cocoons to create a sofa design that could only be fabricated using additive manufacturing technologies. More

Medical first in Brazil: 3D printed titanium skull successfully implanted in 23-year-old woman

Jun.3, 2015 - Doctors from the Brazilian medical hospital UNICAMP (Universidade Estadual de Campinas) in Campinas show that 3D printed medical applications are also being developed elsewhere. In their academic hospital in the greater São Paolo... More

MIT professor develops highly stretchable & tough hydrogels for 3D printing ears, noses & joints

Jun.3, 2015 - Xuanhe Zhao, an MIT associate professor of mechanical engineering, along with colleagues at MIT, Duke University, and Columbia University published a paper in the industry journal Advanced Materials describing the process of 3D... More

3D printed prosthetics get Ugandan schoolchildren back on their feet

Jun.3, 2015 - The University of Toronto and charity Christian Blind Mission took it upon themselves to produce prostheses for a Ugandan schoolboy who had been in need of a prosthetic device for years. More

Experts predict a future of high-rise urban farms, underground communities and 3D printed houses

Jun.2, 2015 - Among other predictions that the panel made include temporary stackable housing pods, underwater cities, underground cities, urban farms that reside on top of high-rise buildings, buildings that feature their own microclimates... More

The 3D printed Peek smartphone adapter helps diagnose eye disease in developing countries

Jun.2, 2015 - The 3D printed Peek – short for the Portable Eye Examination Kit – developed by a team of British ophthalmologists, is a fantastic innovation. Perfect for use in third world countries and remote locations far from medical help... More

Start-up JiaoDuKeJi launches first Chinese 3D foot scanner and 10 pairs of 3D printed shoes

Jun.2, 2015 - This Nanjing-based startup JiaoDuKeJi has unveiled this scanner and ten pairs of 3D printed shoes last week, and as they explained, their goals are not just to be fashionable. More

19-year-old genius develops 3D-printed robotic arm controlled by the mind

Jun.2, 2015 - Calling it Anthromod, 19-year-old Easton LaChappelle from Colorado has developed a sensor-based prosthetic that doesn’t, like the MyoWare, rely on muscle contractions, but actually on your brainwaves. More

RC fan 3D prints stunning remote controlled 1/6th Scorpion tank

Jun.2, 2015 - A few months ago he entertained us with a remarkable 3D printed snowblower that can actually be used to clean your driveway without leaving the house, but he has gone on a warpath since then: he has 3D printed an 1/6th scale... More

Student uses 3D printing to build 'Echo of Motion' that reacts to his Tourette’s Syndrome

Jun.2, 2015 - Using 3D printing, Andrew Frueh has made a gigantic installation full of plywood and plastic components that reacts to his Tourette’s Syndrome. More

Heart-warming moment when six-year-old boy is given a 3D printed hand as Children's Day gift

Jun.1, 2015 - Among all of the 3D printing-related ‘feel-good’ stories we’ve been hearing about over the past few years, few are as heartwarming as those that involve the design and fabrication of 3D printed prosthetic hands for young children. More

DARPA's Open Manufacturing program to propel 3D printing into mainstream defense manufacturing

Jun.1, 2015 - DARPA aims to improve understanding of processes and materials to propel 3D printing and other innovative concepts into mainstream defense manufacturing. More

GoPro made a crazy 16-camera VR film rig for Google Jump

Jun.1, 2015 - Google announced its partnership with GoPro, the action camera manufacturer, to produce a piece of hardware that arrays 16 of the company’s small video cameras in an array for capturing 360-degrees of live video seamlessly. More

Make any photograph 3D with this 3D printed lithophane project

Jun.1, 2015 - While lithophanes have been in existence since the early 19th century (when they were made by hand), the ability to create them easily using free online software and a 3D printer has helped them see a resurgence in popularity. More

3D print your own 42-piece fully-articulating dragon

Jun.1, 2015 - bq has shared what is perhaps one of the more impressive articulating 3D printable figure designs that we’ve seen yet: Dragón Braq (or ‘Braq'). Consisting of 42 separate 3D printed pieces, Braq is a fully-articulated... More

Blind 4-year-old boy learns how to use utensils thanks to 3D printed custom spoon

May.31, 2015 - After being diagnosed with a brain tumor at age two, four-year-old Anthony from Shelbyville, KY sadly lost his eyesight after having his tumor removed. After successfully completing a year of chemotherapy he has began... More

Create your own electrostatic motor using a 3D printer

May.31, 2015 - An Instructables user by the name of ‘Joehan’ shared a 3D printable solution for what is perhaps the only component that is more important than the actual wind turbine itself - an electrostatic motor that can reside... More

Jelwek 3D prints an intake system for Polish team's Formula Student race car competition

May.30, 2015 - PRz Racing Team, a student-based automotive racing team that was formed at the Reszów University of Technology in Poland, used additive manufacturing to create the intake system for their latest car design... More

SKK Lighting presents innovative 3D printed light designs at London's 3D Print Show

May.30, 2015 - PrintME teamed up with Shiu-Kay Kan of SKK Lighting, who is known as one of Britain’s leading innovators and has a design portfolio that spans industries including lighting design, interior design, architecture... More

Build a 3D printed live video spy tank using a Raspberry Pi

May.30, 2015 - A recent example of that shows just how great the Raspberry Pi and 3D Printing go hand-in-hand comes from Miska Karvonen, a 24-year-old engineering student from Oulu, Finland who goes by the name “mkarvonen” on Instructables. More

Build a 3D printed sundial capable of taking us back, appreciating the beauty of time

May.30, 2015 - With his fascination in primitive technology and armed with a 3D printer, Morales took on the task of building a simple device that was capable of taking us back to the earliest days of technology to better appreciate... More

Ford uses 3D printed parts in EcoBoost race engine..and wins 24 Hours of Daytona race

May.30, 2015 - Recently, this process of using 3D printing to create custom automotive components helped Ford Motors easily redesign the intake manifold on their Ford EcoBoost race engine, which was used at the 24 Hours of Daytona race... More

Canadian artist uses 3D scanning & 3D printing to recreate 18th Century Native American tools

May.29, 2015 - The artist, Tania Larsson, is currently a student at the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe and recently completed an internship at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of the American Indian where she learned... More

Portland firm points the way for customized products with 3D printed titanium bicycle 'the Solid'

May.29, 2015 - The Solid - which can be customized to fit a user and is 3D printed out of titanium - includes a host of other features that make it one truly futuristic urban bicycle design. More

'Bioplotting' 3D printing used to help treat type 1 diabetes

May.29, 2015 - Thanks to further research into the procedure that involves the use of 3D bioprinting at Holland’s University of Twente - a new approach to this method of treatment includes the use of 3D printed scaffolding for allowing... More

Chinese expedition team flies 3D printed drone on the South Pole

May.28, 2015 - These 3D printed drones were manufactured by the small 3D printing business Hunan Mengjing Three-Dimensional Technology Ltd., a high-tech enterprise in the Hi-Tech area of Xiangtan city in China, as part of an ambitious project. More

3D printed fuse assemblies teach locals how to remove landmines

May.28, 2015 - While there are still thousands of landmines in existence, more than ever is being done to help rid areas of them and other explosive devices - thanks in-part to 3D printing. More

Next-gen MyoWare Muscle Sensors are perfect for building your own 3D printed Wolverine Claws

May.28, 2015 - To celebrate the launch of the MyoWare sensor, Advancer Technologies has created two new step-by-step tutorials: the Bionic Blaster Glove and the 3D printed bionic claws. More

3D printing helps build perfect chin for 26-year old woman

May.28, 2015 - Ms. Lin was born with a chin that was too small for her face. With the help of 3D printing - Ms. Lin’s recent chin surgery was deemed a success after Dr. Liu Jiawei was able to push her jawbone forward and down in an effort to help... More

Robosavvy releases multi-material dual extruder add-on for MakerBot Replicator 3D printers

May.28, 2015 - The MM2X (Multi-Material Dual Extruder) from the UK’s Robosavvy is a replacement dual extruder system for the Makerbot Replicator 2X that guarantees reliable printing with PLA, ABS and other materials. More

ALPA of Switzerland creates custom lens shades for high-end cameras using 3D printing

May.28, 2015 - ALPA, a Zurich-based high-end camera manufacturer who allows customers to combine different digital or analog backs with a range of different lenses to create their own personalized and custom camera system... More

Check out this amazing 3D printed Bugatti Veyron 1:8 scale model created by Hbot 3D

May.28, 2015 - A newly-launched 3D printer manufacturer 3D Printers SP. z o. o. has created one of the most iconic cars of all time - a Bugatti Veyron - in a multiple-part assembly using parts that were printed using their new Hbot 3D Printer. More

exiii Japan releases Open Source files for amazing 3D printed HACKberry Bionic Hand

May.28, 2015 - Japanese company exiii has been actively working on a revolutionary bionic hand design that they claim can cost less than $300 to build - significantly less than even traditionally manufactured standard prosthetics. More

Swiss company UrbanAlps releases the Stealth Key, a 3D printed security key

May.27, 2015 - UrbanAlps was founded with the goal of creating next-generation security keys that cannot be copied … even with today’s advanced 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies. More

British developer Botz&Us unveils first 3D printed CD player

May.27, 2015 - British startup Botz&Us have creatd the world’s first 3D printed CD player, a device they argue is just as good as any high-end sound system. More

Maurizio Casella unveils a stunning and highly detailed 3D printed custom Harley Davidson

May.27, 2015 - Italian designer Maurizio Casella has designed some of those most amazing miniatures for FDM 3D printers you’ve ever seen. He is now back for more, with an even more challenging project: a custom-designed Harley Davidson motorcycle. More

Disney develops 3D printed 2-legged robot that walks like an animated character

May.27, 2015 - Disney's Research Department has recreated the walking movements of animated characters in bi-pedal robots, which they have done using 3D printing technology. More

Google pledges a $600,000 grant to e-NABLE to help amputees get 3D-printed prosthetics

May.27, 2015 - Tech giant Google is putting $20 million in its non-profit arm Google.org to support nonprofits that are using emerging technologies to increase independence for people living with disabilities. More

SKYBOTS drone kits use 3D printing to teach kids drone design and engineering

May.26, 2015 - A project has launched on Kickstarter that wants to provide an entire STEM learning experience - including the process of designing and 3D printing - in a single kit. More

Procter & Gamble jumps into 3D bio printing with grant program in Singapore

May.26, 2015 - Procter & Gamble - whose brands include everything from NyQuil and Tide to Bounty and Crest - is launching a grant competition in Singapore that asks those in academia to submit research proposals on 3D bio printing... More

Researchers use 3D-printed eggs to study egg-rejection behavior in bird species

May.26, 2015 - Now, a group of researchers are using additive manufacturing to create a different kind of biological replica as a tool for studying: bird eggs. For years now, researchers have been studying the causes and effects... More

Nano Tornado Camera drone, the safest 3D printed fan duct drone launches on Kickstarter

May.26, 2015 - A Pasadena, California-based start-up called Polyhelo has just launched a crowdfunding campaign on Indiegogo for their Nano Tornado drone, a cool device that relies on four ducted fans, rather than open propellers... More

3dChef 3D prints a giant honey artwork to emphasize bee decline

May.26, 2015 - Dutch food printing start-up 3dChef has 3D printed a gorgeous sculpture that represents ‘the food chain’ and elements of traditional adornment. Colony Collapse Disorder, or CCD, is one of the main dangerous to the bee population More

UC Berkeley uses 3D printing to build an insanely fast robotic roach capable of going nearly 5 m/s

May.26, 2015 - UC Berkeley's latest partially 3D printed creation is called the X2-VelociRoACH, and it is capable of reaching a top speed of 4.9 m/s, so fast you easily lose track of it. More

Designers build a modular 3D printed house in ABS that snaps together in minutes

May.26, 2015 - While still in the prototyping phase, Zachary Schoch and designer compatriot Eugene Lee have already managed to construct a modular ABS wall part that stands over 10 feet tall and was 3D printed in ABS. More

Melinda Looi & Materialise showcase gorgeous Gems of the Ocean 3D printed gown

May.26, 2015 - The amazing 3D printed gown has been designed by award-winning fashion designer Melinda Looi. Looi has been dabbling with the potential of 3D printing technology for a while now, and this gorgeous Gems of the Ocean collection ... More

ic! berlin unveils 3D printed plotic! glasses available in eight rich new colours

May.26, 2015 - German fashionable eyewear manufacturers ic! berlin have launched a full line of 3D printed eyewear called 'plotic' earlier this year. ic! berlin have built up a reputation for making very unusual and fashionable eyewear... More

Dutch designer 3D prints awesome mechanical hand-in-hand clock

May.25, 2015 - Dutch designer Yvo de Haas has created a 3D printed hand-in-hand timepiece: a minimalistic clock in which the minute hand has been fully incorporated into the hour hand. More

Nanjing University of the Arts graduates show off incredible 3D printed fashion accessories

May.25, 2015 - Recently a fashion show was held at one of the top design schools in China, the Nanjing University of the Arts. The advent of 3D printing technology in the fashion world has induced them to organize a special fashion show ... More

Fashion giant Dior develops 3D printed VR headset 'Dior Eyes' for backstage access

May.25, 2015 - French fashion house Dior has developed the Dior Eyes, a 3D printed virtual reality headset that will bring the fashion show into your living room. Always wanted to go backstage and see all the effort that goes into a single runway... More

German Youth Club uses 3D printing to turn 49 floppy disks into an amazing futuristic organ

May.24, 2015 - One German Youth Club has used 3D printing technology to create a truly futuristic and high tech instrument: The Floppy Organ, that completely relies on 49 old floppy disks to create fascinating music... More

Michael Repajic looking to set up initiative to bring 3D printed prosthetics to Los Angeles' Homeless

May.24, 2015 - Michael Repajic has started a wonderful initiative called Humanus Hands United, which will become a non-profit organization specializing in developing 3D printed hands for the homeless. More

Nikon uses 3D printing to let dogs take photos whenever they’re happy

May.24, 2015 - How on earth can a dog handle a camera? Key is a 3D printed custom case that enables the Nikon camera to be strapped to the dog’s chest. The case itself also contains a heart-rate monitor that tracks the furry creature’s heartbeat. More

Cambridge, UK hardware store dummy gets fitted with new 3D printed hand after theft

May.23, 2015 - In Cambridge, England, “Dickie”, a dummy that has resided outside of a hardware store for ten years was recently fitted with a 3D printed ‘replacement’ hand after his left hand was stolen by thieves recently. More

Ittyblox Miniature Buildings to create a 3D printed Amsterdam for new Kickstarter campaign

May.23, 2015 - A Netherlands-based company has taken the philosophy of creating 3D printed building as models and has reversed the role to create miniature toy models that are based off of existing buildings that exist in the world today. More

Chinese doctor removes kidney tumor with the aid of a 3D printed replica

May.23, 2015 - Doctors in China were able to leverage 3D printing technology in an effort to help successfully remove a tumor from a 60-year-old woman’s kidney. Thanks to the use of a 3D printed model in advance of the surgical procedure... More

Surfing start-up Ho Stevie uses 3D printing to create ground-breaking mouth mount GoPro cams

May.22, 2015 - You might have forgotten about it due to the endless hordes of insecure teens using them all day, but GoPro cameras were actually developed a tool for surfing. More

Roby, the 3D printable robot hits Kickstarter to teach kids programming, 3D design & robotics

May.22, 2015 - The Roby educational robot kit has been specifically designed to help people of all ages to get to grips with programming, 3D design and the world of robotics. More

Help the nonverbal speak: Dustin's Words communication tool brought to life via 3D printing

May.21, 2015 - Built out of love for his own autistic brother, Dustin, Experience Designer Matt Reamer’s “Dustin’s Words” is an open source invention that helps people who can’t speak or communicate their needs with the push of a button. More

Chinese surgeons use 3D printing to help straighten a young woman's severely deformed leg

May.21, 2015 - China has repeatedly been using the technology in a range of surgical procedures. More recently, the combination of 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies were used to help repair a young woman’s leg that had been... More

Columbia's Cocreat3D designs stylish 3D printed arm prosthetics that can be worn with pride

May.21, 2015 - The prostheses from Cocreat3D's Passive Prosthesis project are unlike what you expect to see in a typical E-NABLE creation. While most of those 3D printed prosthetics are functional, featuring a simple mechanical grip good enough to pick up lightweight objects, Cocreat3D’s CEO Esteban Velásquez Rendón... More

Con3D Consortium 3D prints a life-sized sofa to demonstrate new 3D printer for buildings

May.20, 2015 - Now, a group of companies have come together to create a consortium in an effort to help advance the near-future of 3D printed buildings. Consisting of three Spanish companies that includes: Tudela Veguín, a global leader... More

Materialise teams up with KAYIWA to create modern 3D printed clothes rack DINO

May.20, 2015 - Belgium-based 3D printing software and service provider Materialise has teamed up with Finnish design studio KAYIWA to create a series of 3D printed cloth racks called DINO. More

Diamonds are too traditional? Give your fiancé a 3D printed Bitcoin ring worth just as much

May.20, 2015 - Seb Neumayer and his Bitcoin-crazed friends over at thebtcring.com have developed a 3D printable BTC ring that can be made of any material, but that features a QR code linking to a Bitcoin Blockchain. More

Inventor creates 3D printed solar powered motors that can run non-stop for 100 years

May.20, 2015 - Created by YouTube user “3D_Printing”, the 3D printed motor isn’t just simply designed to last for one-hundred years - it is also designed to be able to do so unattended! More

This wheeled robot drives itself off of a 3D printer’s print bed once it is done printing

May.20, 2015 - One design engineer by the name of Alex has used the technique of applying various components by hand during a printing process to generate a variety of products. His latest use of the process - called “Print Out” - is the coolest... More

Kickstarter campaign to launch for 3D printed fantasy miniatures platform Mounted Heroes

May.19, 2015 - Imagine 3D Miniatures will be launching a Kickstarter campaign for an online design platform Mounted Heroes where you can easily create original and very cool heroes and their mounts, and send it out for 3D printing ... More

US Navy uses 3D printed ABS parts to get P-3 Orion airplane back in air

May.19, 2015 - A team of designers and engineers from the Fleet Readiness Center Southeast (FRCSE, part of the Naval Air Systems Command of the US Navy) have relied on 3D printed ABS parts to fix a broken landing gear mechanism on a P-3 Orion... More

Swiss watchmaker TAG Heuer adopts 3D printing for watch design and development

May.19, 2015 - TAG Heuer have been known for decades as an innovative manufacturer of Avant garde watches that focus on accuracy and tabulation. Located in a small town on the French border called La Chaux de Fonds... More

UT Austin students create an awesome 3D printed cap gun through reverse engineering

May.19, 2015 - Patrick Lyons, along with three other mechanical engineering students in his class, were tasked by their teacher to take an original product, disassemble it, model the assembly in SolidWorks, and then 3D print the individual parts... More

3D printing helps trio bring rugged Sprite UAV to Kickstarter campaign

May.19, 2015 - Among other more recent examples is the Sprite; a portable and rugged drone that’s designed to be used in the great outdoors for backpacking, hiking and other outdoor activities. More

3DiTALY's 3D printed Eggform furniture blends craftmanship with modern technologies

May.18, 2015 - 3DiTALY’s first foray into furniture design - the “Eggform” line of products - represents all of the core values that the company wants to highlight with their new furniture design direction... More

Create a 'Soft Robot' using 3D printing and some spare hot glue sticks

May.18, 2015 - Perhaps it was glue sticks then, that inspired 3D printing enthusiast Pavel Mihaylov to create a soft robot using little more than glue sticks, some 3D printing parts, servos and an Arduino Uno. More

Slrp, a 3D printed child-friendly sealable, storable & drinkable bowl launches on Kickstarter

May.18, 2015 - The 3 printed Slrp bowl has been ergonomically designed to be drinkable, fun, safe and even sealable. The Slrp is the result of a collaboration between four fathers and one friend (Jack, Peter, Sean, Steve and Trey). More

Fox encourages people to 3D print Jason Statham’s face for new 'Spy' movie campaign

May.17, 2015 - Now, a new movie 'Spy' is following suit with the success of Broken Bells’ 3D printable models and have announced that fans can take home (or print at home) a little piece of movie memorabilia before the movie even comes out. More

Mythbusters 3D models Homer Simpon's head for new experiment

May.17, 2015 - Perhaps it comes with little surprise then, that the fantastic myth-busting duo have taken it upon themselves to re-enact and test something that didn’t even happen in the real world at all... More

3D printing used to help bring smart fart tracking wearable to life

May.17, 2015 - The $120 smartphone-enabled, 3D printed tracking device sadly recently failed its run on Kickstarter, however it serves as an important reminder of just how powerful 3D printing can be for bringing relatively any idea to Kickstarter. More

New Kickstarter campaign aims to bring 3D printed racing quadcopter frames to life

May.16, 2015 - Now, a new campaign has launched on the popular crowdfunding platform and is promising a super-easy DIY quadcopter building experience for those that enjoy racing quadcopters - a relatively new hobby that’s sure to pick up traction... More

3D print your own 'Tact', a low-cost, advanced prosthetic hand

May.16, 2015 - Now, highly-skilled maker Patrick Slade has taken it upon himself to build off of existing 3D printing prosthetic designs and has since released his design for an inexpensive, open source advanced prosthetic hand on ... More

Get started on an Elysium-like exoskeleton with this incredible 3D printed hand

May.16, 2015 - Australian 3D printing enthusiast Alex Czech has been spending his free time designing a 3D printable exoskeleton hand based off of his own hand with the goal of extending that build into a complete exoskeleton body suit... More

New 3D printed microbattery could independently power small chips

May.16, 2015 - Scientists from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign have created a super small battery using an unusual 3D printing technique that can be used to power all those miniscule chips already available. More

3D print your own wind turbine and charge your devices while camping

May.15, 2015 - Created by Windsor, Ontario-based RMRDTECH - which was founded by mechanical engineer Kyle Bassett and civil engineer Lucas Semple - the "Small Wind Turbine for a Big Difference” is a portable micro wind turbine... More

Success for #toylikeme campaign as MakieLabs launches 3D printed custom dolls with disabilities

May.15, 2015 - Inspired by a recent Facebook campaign - Toy Like Me (#toylikeme) - UK-based 3D printed toymaker MakieLab (creator of Makie Dolls) has responded by creating a line of dolls that are not only customizable to match the owner of the doll... More

MIT Researchers 3D print synthetic spider webs to help design materials with high strength & low density

May.15, 2015 - Now, by using a combination of computational modeling and mechanical analysis, a team of researchers from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) have developed a way of using 3D printing to create synthetic spider webs... More

Help raise money for volunteers using 3D printing in Nepal Earthquake relief efforts

May.15, 2015 - Most recently, the massive earthquake in Nepal claimed over 7,000 lives and left over 15,000 individuals injured. While there have been many efforts put into place to help bring help to the area.... More

This 3D printed little robot cracks any master combination lock in 30 seconds

May.15, 2015 - Hacker Samy Kamkar has developed a very cool 3D printed Arduino-based device that can crack any master combination lock in just 30 seconds. So there’s no need to get the bolt cutters. More

Turkish 3D printing specialists save life of Sea Turtle with a 3D printed titanium jaw implant

May.15, 2015 - A Loggerhead Sea Turtle named AKUT3 was recently rescued from the Mediterranean and brought to the Sea Turtle Research, Rescue and Rehabilitation Center at Pamukkale University (PAU). More

Faraday Motion in the process of creating an app-controlled 3D printed electric skateboard

May.14, 2015 - Sune Pedersen of Faraday Motion is helping lead the revolution of electronic skateboards and he’s using 3D printing to help us get there. With a wide variety of engineers, makers and researchers scattered across Denmark, Poland... More

Emerging Objects 3D prints Utah Teapot Set out of instant tea

May.14, 2015 - Most recently, the design and material science team at Emerging Objects (led by Virginia San Fratello and Ronald Rael) picked a rather unusual material to 3D print with: instant tea. More

Italy’s WASP teams with Rizzoli Institute to create breakthrough 3D printed splints & cranial implants

May.14, 2015 - As a part of their partnership, WASP and Rizzoli will be developing 3D printed braces and casts (which they refer to as “tutors”) as well as 3D printed cranial bone implants - both of which will be printed using PLA filament. More

Singapore-based Polychemy uses 3D printing to turn necklaces into Bitcoin wallets

May.14, 2015 - Polymchemy has brought 21rst century technology into the jewelry world by using 3D printing to engrave necklaces with Bitcoin addresses. Effectively, this turns these necklaces into Bitcoin wallets or debit cards... More

Intricate life-size Iron Man suit, remote controlled tank and drone: 3D printer gives wings to your imagination

May.14, 2015 - While Korean makers have created a number of very cool projects with their ROKIT 3DISON 3D printer, perhaps the most eye-catching is the Iron Man suit. 1 More

House of Eleonore raising funds for fine jewellery made with 3D printing, fair-trade gold & non-mined diamonds

May.14, 2015 - House of Eléonore has now even incorporated 3D printing into the highest segment of the jewelry industry: diamonds. What’s more, they are making diamond jewelry in an entirely humanitarian, using fair-trade gold... More

Disney's 3D printed sound-controlled 'acoustruments' could add physical controls to iPhones

May.14, 2015 - Through their experiments, the researchers were able to harness ultrasonic waves - combined with their iPhone’s speaker and microphone - to create "Passive, Acoustically-Driven, Interactive Controls... More

New hydrographic printing adds complicated color patterns to 3D printed objects

May.14, 2015 - Thanks to recent developments in hydrographic printing, users may soon be able to accurately color standard 3D prints from any 3D printer. Hydrographic printing, which is also known as water transfer printing... More

The revolutionary Lily Flying Camera Drone is brought to life thanks to 3D printing

May.13, 2015 - Unlike what most people think of when they think of the term “drone”, Balaresque’s Lily Camera is designed to simply be a flying camera that focuses on a specific subject - such as a runner or a snowboarder. More

Sculpteo releases new study showing the 'State of 3D Printing'

May.13, 2015 - Sculpteo, the online 3D printing service founded in 2009 and based in San Francisco and Paris wanted to find this information out for themselves. The company has since released their findings in a free report released today... More

An updated insight into top-selling 3D printers at Amazon, Best Buy and Walmart's online stores

May.13, 2015 - JeeQ Data, a cloud-based online service that enables users to track product sales from major online retailers including Amazon.com, Walmart.com and BestBuy.com, recently opened up their platform to track 3D printer purchases... More

The TeeBot is an open source 3D printer that folds into a portable suitcase

May.13, 2015 - Now, following the successful release of his TeeBotMax foldable and portable 3D printer last year, design engineer Emmanuel Adututu of the Netherlands has now taken to Kickstarter to launch his new take on the foldable and portable... More

Help We-The-Builders to 3D print a 250 piece giant Edgar Allen Poe bust

May.13, 2015 - We The Builders are back with third crowdsourced 3D printing project, a larger and more ambitious project and tribute to perhaps the greatest writer to ever grace the city of Baltimore: Edgar Allan Poe. More

British architects create stunning 3D printed window installation for Xintiandi retail shop in Shanghai

May.13, 2015 - A recent example of how 3D printing has aided in the development of an interior facade installation was recently completed by London-based architecture firm Urban Systems. They created an installation that was featured in the RIBA... More

Michigan Tech explores 3D printing of nerve tissue with low cost BioBot 3D bioprinter

May.13, 2015 - Michigan-based school Michigan Tech recently acquired their very first BioBot to fabricate synthesized nerve tissue. The key is developing the right “bioink,” or printable tissue. More

Create a simple bamboo wind turbine to charge your smartphone with 3D printing

May.12, 2015 - For those who want to create their own simple wind turbine, Instructables user ‘Soliton’ of HERO Electronics has recently uploaded a project that enables users to create their own basic wind turbine for powering small appliances... More

Chinese doctors use 3D printed spine of patient to help in delicate spinal surgery

May.12, 2015 - More recently, a surgery in China on a young woman further helped highlight how 3D printing can help in even the most delicate of surgeries - such as those having to do with the spinal cord. More

Swiss artists 3D print shadow art that changes appearance when light moves

May.12, 2015 - The Zurich, Switzerland-based artists Drzach & Suchy have essentially made a very impressive lighting trick involving hundreds of ‘shadow casting panels’ (or SCP) that, depending on where the light is coming from... More

Amsterdam's design studio Space Junk 3D prints marble-like jewelry and accessories

May.12, 2015 - Amsterdam design studio has achieved some very remarkable effects in an entirely different material. For Space Junk, led by designers Alan Nguyen and Susie Gregson, have managed to 3D print in marble-like material. More

Artists recreate baroque masterpiece as a stunning 3D printed zoetrope

May.12, 2015 - London-based artist Mat Collishaw and 3D design specialist Sebastian Burdon have created an intricate and stunning masterpiece inspired by the seventeenth-century Baroque master Peter Paul Rubens. More

China establishes its first national 3D printing lab for the advancement of 3D printing technologies

May.12, 2015 - The launch ceremony of the state-of-the-art lab, which is being done in partnership with Chinese company Hunan Farsoon Hi-tech Co. Ltd., was held at the end of April 2015 and the Chinese government is showing no signs of... More

You Kick Ass, developer of custom 3D printed action figures, get $100,000 deal on Shark Tank

May.11, 2015 - That, at least, is exactly what Keri Andrews and Alesia Glidewell from You Kick Ass seem to have achieved. Their customized action figure business featured on the latest episode of Shark Tank (episode 625, aired on Friday 8 May)... More

Marble creates 3D printed MRB-1 drone that is more efficient than a quadcopter

May.11, 2015 - 3D printing start-up Marble has just completed a very interesting airplane drone that not only looks great, but should also outperform your typical 3D printed quadcopter. More

NEXT21 Japan signs deal with Xilloc to 3D print & sell customized artificial 'CT bones' within Europe

May.11, 2015 - As part of the NEDO project, NEXT 21 created a 3D printer capable of producing artificial bone structures for humans. Over the past year, the company has been thoroughly testing the applicability of these 3D printed bones... More

Build a 3D printed spy tie camera using a Raspberry Pi

May.11, 2015 - Blogger and product anaylist Raymond Wong, from Mashable’s, explores a whole other field of cool Raspberry Pi applications: spy gear. By mounting a Raspbery Pi controlled camera onto a 3D printed bow tie... More

Students 3D print an autonomous robot that can locate and open or close valves

May.11, 2015 - Students at University of Texas at San Antonio have built a very impressive 3D printed RC/autonomous 3D printed robot capable of not just opening and closing valves, but also locating them through a mixture of cam-based navigation... More

Argentinan patient leads normal life with 3D printed cranial implant

May.10, 2015 - A patient in Argentina required a particularly large cranial implant after stroke-related surgery, placing stringent requirements on the manufacture of the prosthetic. Naturally it needed to fit precisely, but in this case... More

Pharmaceutical researchers create new shapes for medicine tablets using 3D printing

May.10, 2015 - Using a combination of hot melt extrusion and 3D printing, a group of researchers from the University College London’s School of Pharmacy recently explored the effects of geometry on drug release on tablets... More

How 3d printing helped product designers develop a magnetic smartphone stand

May.9, 2015 - Among others who have used 3D printing to help bring a product design idea to life with the goal of launching it on a crowdfunding campaign is the three-man team behind a new portable smartphone stand and cable tidy called the Stikey. More

Fan builds an ultrasonic acetone vapor polisher for smoothing 3D printed parts

May.9, 2015 - One 3D printing nut called Michael has developed a very interesting method to polish your 3D printed surfaces: a vapor polisher, built from an ultrasonic humifier. More

Students turn to 3D printing to create custom flexible resin skins for prosthetics

May.8, 2015 - Now, a group of design and architecture students have taken that “customization factor” a step further and have been busy developing 3D printed prosthetic skins that allow a prosthesis wearer to instantly change the aesthetic... More

Here’s a 3D file to 3D print your own copy of NYC's illegal Snowden bust

May.8, 2015 - Among others, a pair of artists who famously erected a statue of Edward Snowden in the Fort Greene Park in Fort Greene, Brooklyn last month - for their project “Prison Ship Martyrs Monument 2.0" - want people around the world... More

One meter tall 3D printed Bunnyman robot, built in just 2 months, unveiled in China

May.8, 2015 - There was plenty to see at the Intel Developer Forum 2015 (IDF2015), but none was as impressive as the 3D printed robotic version. This one meter tall robot Bunnyman came equipped with Intel's newest RealSense. More

This 3D printed CellScope Loa turns an iPhone into a life-saving blood parasite detector

May.8, 2015 - A team of researchers from the University of California Berkeley has developed the CellScope Loa, a mobile phone attachment that turns a smartphone camera into a clinical grade microscope capable of testing blood samples for parasites. More

Moldova to install massive walk-over 3D printed replica of capital city

May.7, 2015 - Perhaps inspired by the St. Petersburg model, architects and political leaders from the Republic of Moldova have confirmed that they will be building a 3D printed 400 square-meter installation of the Replica Of Chisinau... More

Toyota’s Open Road Project to bring 3D printing to custom electric vehicles

May.7, 2015 - Toyota will be launching their Open Road Project in Tokyo, which aims to encourage the practical, convenient and fun use of their i-Road vehicle on Tokyo’s city streets. The i-Road is an ultra-compact electric vehicle... More

Trusst Lingerie redefines bras through a revolutionary patent-pending support system

May.7, 2015 - Over the past year, Laura West and Sophia Berman have therefore being through an extensive 3D printing prototyping phase, resulting in 35 to 40 test bras. All three have a basic function of offering support from underneath... More

Cody Wilson & SAF file lawsuit against US State Dept over censorship of 3D printed firearms

May.7, 2015 - Austin, Texas-based Defense Distributed was joined in the lawsuit by The Second Amendment Foundation, a large-budget institution that regularly finances lawsuits related to gun rights. More

Doctors share designs for 3D printable smartphone adaptor for diagnosis preventable eye defects

May.7, 2015 - But a new 3D printed solution by a pair of New Zealand-based doctors are actually combining those two functions. It’s called the OphthalmicDocs Fundus, and it is essentially a 3D printed adaptor for your smartphone ... More

3D print your own PhoneDrone - a drone for your smartphone - for just $99

May.6, 2015 - The PhoneDrone, which was created by Idaho-based drone startup xCraft, aims to allow your smartphone to become an autonomous aerial camera; integrated flight planner, tethered controller and more. More

SpaceX successfully completes Dragon Pad abort test using 3D printed rocket engines

May.6, 2015 - The first test flight of Crew Dragon for ensuring the safety of astronauts, the Pad Abort Test, took place this morning (Wednesday, May 6th) at the same launch pad that the community has used for previous missions - the SpaceX Space... More

Airbus chose Stratasys to 3D print over 1,000 parts for its A350 XWB aircraft

May.6, 2015 - Stratasys has just revealed that they have manufactured more than a thousand parts for the new Airbus A350 XWB jet in December 2014. The Airbus A350 XWB commercial airplane is the latest model in the family of Airbus aircraft. More

Italian policeman shares designs for very useful 3D printed PCB workstation

May.6, 2015 - The 3D printed PCB workstation with octopus-like tentacles could provide you with all the additional fingers you need. This cool-looking PCB holder is a wonderful and inexpensive solution for all your PCB needs... More

Kirschner3d & Jesse Howard launch an open source, partly 3D printable PS desk lamp for consumers

May.6, 2015 - To bring that to the public, Jesse Howard and Kirschner3d have now launched a website where you can find an open source, partly 3D printable PS-lamp for consumer purposes. More

The touching moment a blind Mom-To-Be feels her unborn baby boy's 3D printed face

May.6, 2015 - It was so very heartwarming to see a clip by Huggies Brazil, in which a blind expecting mother was given a 3D printed sculpture of her ultrasound to touch and experience. More

Sony and Paradigm 3D create 3D printed coral for world's first underwater pop-up shop

May.5, 2015 - Dubai-based Paradigm 3D's project - which was commissioned by electronics giant Sony - was initially conceived of by Sony’s creative team. The 3D printed coral would be a large part of the company’s three-day underwater pop-up shop... More

Artist uses 3D printing to create scratch-built model of Star Wars TIE Bomber

May.5, 2015 - Among others in the model making community who utilized 3D printing into their creations process are those who omit the typical model kits themselves in favor of building models from raw materials; scratch-built models. More

Two-legged German dog Luisa can play and run again thanks to a 3D printed wheelchair

May.5, 2015 - The two-legged young Luisa from Germany was born without her front legs and spent all her life crawling and hopping about. Luisa’s mother was a stray in Italy, so her puppies were not welcome in this world. More

3D-printed connectors Nüdel for DIY furniture and constructions launches on Kickstarter

May.5, 2015 - Nüdel simply consists of solid, small plastic connectors that can be easily modified to be used in any creation and with as many connecting slots as you need. More

This clever 3D printed Plumbob headgear turns you into a Sim

May.4, 2015 - Engineering student Daniel Harari has designed a costume that allows you to be yourself: a character from The Sims. Of course, key to this project is the multicolored crystal characters wear above their heads (called a Plumbob). More

Artists use 3D printing to create plausible theory on the Venus de Milo’s missing arms

May.4, 2015 - Since being discovered in 1820 amidst ancient ruins, the mystery of the Venus’ missing arms, and what could be suggested by her gaze and position, has been the subject of endless theories and speculations. More

First espresso brewed in space, thanks to ISSpresso & 3D printed cups

May.4, 2015 - Italian astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti, wearing her Starfleet uniform, became the first person in history to drink authentic Italian espresso coffee in orbit on Sunday, May 3 using the ISSpresso, the world's first zero-gravity... More

Student-made 3D printed vehicles drive & fly at 2nd annual Additive Vehicle Design Competition

May.4, 2015 - Held for the second time last Friday, the the second annual Additive Vehicle Design Competition truly puts 3D printed robots to the test by placing them in a series of hazardous, unstable and inaccessible environments. More

Artist 3D prints a spaceship cockpit for an Augmented Virtual Reality experience

May.4, 2015 - As part of a sensational exhibit at the San Francisco Art Market, artist Micah Ganske has designed a stunning VR experience that revolves around a 3D printed cockpit. More

‘MicroTug’ 3D printed robots pull objects 2,000 times their own weight

May.3, 2015 - Researchers at Stanford University have built tiny robots that can pull objects nearly 2,000 times their own weight horizontally, or 100 time their weight vertically up a glass surface. More

Create a wall-mounted 3D printed automatic pet feeder

May.2, 2015 - Now, for Makers who travel a lot or work long hours, a new project that utilizes 3D printing aims to help make feeding your pets a completely automated experience. More

Prop artist uses 3D printer to create a full size, wearable Avengers Ultron helmet

May.2, 2015 - Michael Ruddy, a popular cosplay artist used his new gMax 1.5 XT 3D to print a full size, wearable Ultron helmet for a special client. The gMax 1.5 XT, which is manufactured by gCreate... More

Russian neurosurgeons use 3D printing to create skull implant for trauma patient

May.1, 2015 - Recently, neurosurgeons at the Vologda Regional Hospital in the Vologda region of Russia called upon the assistance of Dr. Ivan Ulianovsky to help create a mold for a cranial implant for a patient who had extensive ... More

Voice your thoughts to the US Copyright Office about not criminalizing third-party 3D printer filament

May.1, 2015 - 3D printer manufacturer (and owner of MakerBot) Stratasys has requested that the US Copyright Office denies a proposal that would allow for the legalization of jailbreaking 3D printers in order to use a third-party feedstock. More

Conceptual designer Laura Thapthimkuna inspired by aliens to create sci-fi 3D printed neck wear

May.1, 2015 - Although 3D printing is used in a variety of industries for completely different purposes on a day-to-day basis, it is perhaps the fashion industry that is having one of the biggest influences on what exactly the future... More

Dutch scientists successfully 3D print the first clavicle to be used in surgery

May.1, 2015 - The future of 3D printing technology in the medical sector seems to be bright indeed. For while most bioprinting innovations will take a few years to be implemented, other 3D printed medical pieces area already been used... More

ALS-diagnosed Maker uses 3D printing to create eye-tracking wheelchair

Apr.30, 2015 - Although we’ve seen quite the gamut of various DIY projects that utilize both 3D printing and microcontrollers to create a unique and customized hardware product design, very few of these projects have been done by a disabled person... More

Xavier students use 3D printing to create prosthetic leg for three-legged service dog

Apr.30, 2015 - Just as 3D printing helped offer custom solutions for Derby and Bubbles, it is also helping a three-legged service dog named Tiny learn to run and walk on all fours thanks to students at Xavier University in Cincinnati, Ohio. More

Transaction Project combines the best of ceramics & glassblowing into beautiful 3D printed art

Apr.30, 2015 - The Translation Project, a collaboration between ceramicist Jonathan Keep, artist researcher Charles Stern and design studio Unfold, is essentially using 3D printing technology to finally combine ceramics with glassworks. More

Dutch scientists develop 3D printed fiber structures for bone cartilage repair on a large scale

Apr.30, 2015 - Dutch scientists from the University Medical Center Utrecht have unveiled their own 3D bioprinting innovation: a hydrogel solution that can be used for repairing bone cartilage on a large scale. More

The inside-out and 3D printed KAZbrella umbrella hits Kickstarter

Apr.30, 2015 - The KAZbrella is a reverse-engineered umbrella that opens and folds to the outside. It’s cheap, 3D printed, functional and features a design so clever and simple. More

3D printing used to create 4D airway splint, saving three babies from imminent death

Apr.30, 2015 - A 3D printer was used to create a medical device being called a 4D airway, which saved the lives of three baby boys with life-threatening breathing problems. This amazing new medical implant is designed to change shape... More

Australian man designs a 3D printable braille rubik’s cube for the blind

Apr.29, 2015 - One Australian 3D printing fanatic known by the sensible Instructables username of liquidhandwash has 3d printed one of the most complex mechanical toys a child can have: the rubik’s cube for blind people. More

Printednest offers chic open source 3D printable bird houses for urban dwellings

Apr.29, 2015 - The Printednest bird feeder/nests are designed to help increase the number of birds in urban areas through the use of urban-inspired bird house designs that are able to be locally produced using additive manufacturing technologies. More

Biofabrication team makes breakthrough in creating 3D printed replacement body parts

Apr.29, 2015 - A biofabrication team from the Queensland University of Technology in Brisbane, Australia has made a major breakthrough by successfully 3D printing mechanically reinforced, tissue-engineered constructs... More

BMW turns to 3D printing to create water pump wheel for DTM race cars

Apr.29, 2015 - In the last year alone, German automaker BMW has created custom 3D printed thumbs for their factory workers to help prevent injuries, used 3D printing to create student-designed concept cars... More

‘Unwrap’ & explore Egyptian Neswaiu mummy at Stockholm museum, thanks to 3D scanning & printing

Apr.29, 2015 - One such museum is the Medelhavsmuseet in Stockholm, Sweden, where a groundbreaking new 3D digitization project has been installed that allows visitors to get up close and personal with ancient Egyptian mummies... More

Researchers develop 3D printable graphene ink for electronic and biomedical applications

Apr.29, 2015 - And now researchers from Northwestern University have developed a solution-based 3D printable graphene ink. As they explain in a new research paper, it can be used to make objects multiple centimeters in length... More

Post-mortem CT scan data could be used to create 3D prints for medico-legal death investigation

Apr.28, 2015 - Recently, Dr. Chris O'Donnell from the Victorian Institute of Forensic Medicine (VIFM) gave a talk about the use of 3D Printing in forensics - particularly in how the technology can work in tandem with post-mortem CT scanning... More

O’Qualia creates CAPTOR, first 3D printed collapsible and custom Unmanned Aerial System

Apr.28, 2015 - O’Qualia Pte Ltd, a Singapore-based unmanned aerial systems (UAS) manufacturer has developed a fully-customizable and collapsible fixed-wing unmanned aerial system design that is manufactured in-full through... More

Startup Pembient uses 3D bioprinting to make rhino ivory without killing rhinos

Apr.28, 2015 - San Francisco-based startup called Pembient has developed a way of 3D printing actual rhino horns without harming these endangered animals. Hopefully, this can become a viable and environmentally-friendly alternative... More

3D printed Flow Hive that puts 'honey on tap' raises over $12 million on Indiegogo

Apr.28, 2015 - The Flow Hive is a bee hive featuring 3D printed honey combs that open up to form a honey tap. While that sounds impressive enough to laymen honey eaters, its revolutionary implications are perhaps more clear when you find out... More

3D printed 'WaterBone' design wins grand prize in Local Motors ARPA-E LITECAR Challenge

Apr.27, 2015 - Local Motors, in partnership with the Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy (ARPA-E), announced the winner of the LIghtweighting Technologies Enabling Comprehensive Automotive Redesign (LITECAR) Challenge. More

Gensler marries unmanned drones with 3D printing to create MUPPette Mobile 3D printing

Apr.26, 2015 - Most technological breakthroughs are the result of recognizing a flaw or limitation within existing industrial practices—such as the lack of a mobile platform for 3D printing objects of limitless scale—and having... More

Eye of Horus brings eye-tracking to astronauts thanks to 3D printing

Apr.26, 2015 - The Eye of Horus is a 3D printed open source platform that allows a user to control devices simply by looking at them using eye tracking and light beacons to control wireless protocols. More

New technology utilizes 3D printed microscope to create virtual reality microscopic landscapes

Apr.25, 2015 - Over the past six months, Nanotronics Imaging has been busy further developing their technology and has finally unveiled what they are calling nVisible. nVisible is a virtual reality experience that lets anybody walk through... More

Japanese artist uses 3D printing to create Raijin and Fujin Kabuto samurai helmets

Apr.25, 2015 - In order to help inspire the samurai helmet designers, i.materialise Japan enlisted the help of mixed-media artist and competiton juror Russ Ogi to develop a unique pair of 3D printed kabuto inspired by Raijin and Fujin... More

Electrical engineering student creates his own Jimi Hendrix 3D Printed Guitar

Apr.24, 2015 - Jose Moreno, an electrical engineering student and Vice President of the Purdue 3D Printing Club at Purdue University really wanted a 3D printed guitar. The problem was, existing 3D printed guitars sold for roughly $3,000 each - .. More

Merck inks multi-year collaboration deal with Organovo to use 3D printed liver system for drug testing

Apr.24, 2015 - Major pharmaceuticals manufacturer Merk & Co has just made a deal with 3D printing researcher Organovo to use their 3D printed liver system for drug testing. More

Materialise and Belgian design studio Hoet launch collection of 3D printed eyewear

Apr.24, 2015 - It’s a big week for major Belgian 3D printing provider Materialise, as they will be hosting the Materialise World Conference in Brussels, Belgium, over the next couple of days. Coinciding with that event... More

3D printed sneaker 'FUTURE' wins Silver Award at Global Footwear Design Competition

Apr.24, 2015 - Chinese designer Zhang Xiaolong submitted the 3D printed sneaker called ‘FUTURE’ as his entry and has just won the Silver Award at the Global Footwear Design Competition. More

Researchers used 4D printing to create a valve that opens and contracts according to water temperature

Apr.24, 2015 - Researchers from the University of Wollongong in Australia have now created something very remarkable: a 4D printed a valve that automatically opens and contracts when exposed to either water or to high temperatures. More

Dutch students smuggle 3D printed knives into court to prove a security flaw

Apr.24, 2015 - Philine van Bilsen, who studies Communication & Multimedia design at Avans College in Den Bosch, the Netherlands, successfully smuggled two 3D printed knives – both sharp enough to stab someone – into the courtroom... More

Livermore researchers create energy-storing 3D printed "liquid smoke" aerogel

Apr.23, 2015 - Recently, researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in Livermore, California have made graphene aerogel that is capable of making for better energy storage, sensors, nanoelectronics, catalysis and separations. More

UCSD students launch Kickstarter campaign for a completely 3D printed rocked engine

Apr.23, 2015 - A team of students from the UCSD in California are challenging the establishment with their plans for the Vulcan-I: a completely 3D printed rocket engine that they hope to launch over 10,000 feet over the summer. More

Chinese aerospace industry successfully tests rocket engine with 3D printed parts

Apr.23, 2015 - Engineers from Institute 41 (part of the China Aerospace Science and industry Corporation) in China have already successfully tested an engine ignition device that has been created using 3D printing technology. More

Worldwide 3D printer market disappoints in the first quarter of 2015

Apr.23, 2015 - All that optimism has slightly ebbed away as the results of the first quarter of the year are coming in. In fact, it appears that the worldwide 3D printing market (though most data is from North America) has not done as well... More

3D printing technology successfully used to guide a complex liver resection in China

Apr.23, 2015 - A very complex surgery has just been completed in China using a 3D printed replica. For the first time in Chinese medical history, doctors in the Zhujiang hospital of Southern Medical University used a 3D printed replica to ... More

Chinese researchers 3D print Terahertz lens

Apr.23, 2015 - That team from the Huazhong University of Science and Technology in China have recently propsed that 3D printing technology is perfect for quickly making the very precise Terahertz devices, and have even successfully produced a Terahertz ... More

Shin Kuo envisions rotating, 3D printed housing structures in 2035 so everyone can live up top

Apr.22, 2015 - For his Turn to the Future student thesis project, industrial designer Shin Kuo presented a building concept that rotates each home within the structure so that everyone shares the same view - from the lowest floors... More

Researchers use 3D printing to test if ancient Mayan civilization flew airplanes

Apr.22, 2015 - A group of researchers from the Tongji University College of Aerospace Engineering and Applied Mechanics in Shanghai, China recently decided to recreate some historical Mayan relics that were expected to be over 1,000 years... More

NASA 3D prints world’s first full-scale copper rocket engine part

Apr.22, 2015 - NASA has just revealed that they have 3D printed a rocket engine part that can actually be used as part of a space program. The part itself is a copper combustion chamber liner, a crucial component that needs to withstand... More

Students develop 3D-printed self-sustaining micro-farming pod AstroGro for cultivating food in space

Apr.22, 2015 - AstroGro team's solution is utilizing the current 3D printing capabilities in space to build an intelligent system to organically grow fresh foods. A 3D printed pod that is integrated with artificial intelligence (AI)... More

Kickstarter campaign launched for 3D printed RC snow blower

Apr.22, 2015 - Earlier this year, we reported on the development of an impressive 3D printed RC snow blower built by designer and all-around maker Moo Skyper (a.k.a, Ryan). Now, Ryan has launched a Kickstarter campaign in order to bring his 2nd ... More

Create 'The Wave' - a 3D printed kinetic sculpture that’s perfect for your desktop

Apr.21, 2015 - Among others, “The Wave” sculpture from 3D printing enthusiast Adam Patterson is among one of the finest examples of what can be done with nothing but access to a 3D printer and some simple engineering skills. More

Blue Man Group presents themed 3D printed bionic arm to 12-year old fan

Apr.21, 2015 - But in addition to the already-amazing ability to create the prosthetics, one of the better parts of the growing industry of 3D printed prosthetics is how celebrities and other idols are stepping in to present them to the wearers... More

3D printed pelvis replica aids Chinese doctors in successful hip surgery

Apr.21, 2015 - Now, doctors at the Fifth Affiliated Hospital of Xinjiang Medical University in Xinjiang, China have figured out how to use the technology to aid them in what is considered to be a highly-complex surgical procedure... More

The Palette multi-color 3D printing add-on launches now on Kickstarter

Apr.21, 2015 - While the 3D printing community is filled with promising start-ups preparing interesting and possibly even revolutionary products, few have been so intriguing as Mosaic. Since the summer of 2014, this team ... More

The advantages of RepRap 3D printing on farms in the developing world

Apr.21, 2015 - While we’ve already seen numerous individual examples of what 3D printing technology can do for people in the developing regions of the world – remember the Wakati tent? – that wasn’t enough for dr. Joshua Pearce. More

Yale scientists develop fill compositing technique to improve strength of FDM 3D printed parts

Apr.21, 2015 - Joseph T. Belter and Aaron M. Dollar, two scientists from the department of Mechanical Engineering and Material Science at Yale, have explored an interesting option that combines the low cost of FDM 3D printing technology... More

MONO, an eyewear collection 3D printed to fit your face, launches on Indiegogo

Apr.20, 2015 - Hong Kong-based ITUM describes their MONO 3D printed eyewear collection as “a collection of eyewear sets out to bring the perfect-fit and thus enhance wearing comfort by providing the choice of size, a fundamental yet... More

3D printer to recreate bottle used in Plymouth Argyle footballer Alex Sosa murder trial

Apr.20, 2015 - According to the BBC, a 3D printed bottle was recently used in the trial of a man was later convicted of murdering a teenager. City College Plymouth, a higher education school in Southwest England, was recently called upon by... More

Skin cancer survivor is given new 3D printed face prosthetic modelled after his son

Apr.20, 2015 - 74-year-old skin cancer survivor Keith Lonsdale shows that these 3D printed prosthetics can also blend right in. He was recently given a 3D printed face prosthesis to cover up the large hole in his face left by the necessary ... More

Australian twins with muscular dystrophy enable themselves through 3D printing

Apr.20, 2015 - While we’ve seen so many heartwarming examples of what 3D printing technology can do for the disabled, seeing disabled people actually use 3D printers for themselves is somewhat rarer. But that is exactly what two disabled brothers... More

Meet Italian Designer Cristina Franceschini and her collection of 3D printed shoes, jewelry & accessories

Apr.20, 2015 - Italian designer Cristina Franceschini represents a new generation of designers trying to combine long-standing tradition with innovation, a process enhanced by new technologies such as 3D printing. More

Turn your voice into 3D printed jewelry

Apr.19, 2015 - But did you know that don’t need a high-quality metal 3D printer to make beautiful and unique pieces of jewelry? That’s exactly what Instructables-user 10DotMatrix has proven when showing us how to turn spoken words into beautiful... More

Fan shares dozens of 3D printable monster designs for Dungeons & Dragons

Apr.18, 2015 - Tabletop wargaming and paper-and-pencil rolegaming both suffer from the same problem: miniatures and scenery can be dull and repetitive. Nothing is worse than fighting over the same old pieces of cardboard every single session... More

52Shapes: every week a new and unique 3D printed lamp design

Apr.18, 2015 - We’ve already known for a while that 3D printers can be used to make interesting and original lamp shades in all shapes and sizes. Just look at the cool Kayan lamp we reported on earlier this week... More

Salvador Dali inspires 3D printed jewelry collection by Desmond Chan

Apr.18, 2015 - “Those who do not want to imitate anything, produce nothing.” Those words of wisdom come from the surrealist master himself, Salvador Dali, who appropriately enough, was the inspiration behind Vulcan Jewelry-founder... More

Cardiologists and 3D Systems help toddler breathe easier with 3D printed heart model

Apr.17, 2015 - A 20-month-old toddler is breathing and swallowing easier thanks to a full-color 3D printed replica of his heart which was used to prepare for a lengthy procedure at St. Louis Children’s Hospital. More

Turn a Party Popper into a cool and powerful 3D printed toy cannon

Apr.17, 2015 - Just check out this very cool Party Popper Cannon by designer Chris Czech. He has effectively designed a cool little cannon that looks a bit like an eighteenth century mortar. More

Father uses 3D printing to help teach his blind daughter math

Apr.17, 2015 - This story already has everything to warm your heart, but unfortunately the eldest of the three, Layla, was born blind. The girl, who is currently in the eighth grade, was facing tremendous difficulties due to her blindness. More

Nin10do: Dutch magician brings NES to 21st century using 3D printing & a Raspberry Pi

Apr.17, 2015 - Dutch part-time magician Daniel Spies has brought the eighties back to life with his Nin10do game station: a 3D printed console that uses an Arduino to play all those classes that made the NES such a revolutionary machine in its day. More

Greek OpenBionics shares update on their low cost 3D printed bionic robot hand

Apr.17, 2015 - Greek Open Bionics opened a registration form on their website for people in need of 3D printed bionic limbs, through which they could work together to help those people in need. More

Create a 3D printed arcade cabinet using a Raspberry Pi

Apr.16, 2015 - For those who grew up during the heyday of coin-operated arcade games - particularly in the 1970s and 1980s - it’s easy to get nostalgic about the “simpler days” where video games were in 8-bit and had simple objectives. More

Wake Forest researchers create 3D printed “beating” heart cell

Apr.16, 2015 - The “organoids” as they’re called, are 3D printed and beating cardiac cells which are a part of a groundbreaking research program from Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center’s Institute for Regenerative Medicine... More

MakerBot’s new iPad app can now turn your drawings into 3D printable models

Apr.16, 2015 - The new Shape Maker tool from MakerBot will allow users to take their drawings and sketches and instantaneously turn them into 3D printable files - all with the ease of snapping a photo. More

Made In Space releases 'space-grade' AstroABS 3D printer filament for sale

Apr.16, 2015 - Made in Space has revealed that the exact same “space-grade” filament that was used by NASA astronaut Barry “Butch” Wilmore will be made available to the public for anybody who wants to experiment with printing... More

The FAA cleared the first 3D printed part to fly in a GE commercial jet engine

Apr.16, 2015 - While 3D printing technology has been readily adopted by aviation and aerospace industries over the past few years, both as a prototyping and manufacturing technology, it looks like it will now finally be commercially used. More

SABIC develops 3D printed economy class seat to reduce aircraft costs

Apr.16, 2015 - While several companies in the aircraft industry have already adopted 3D printing as a prototyping technology for the design of all sorts of components, aircraft passengers currently rarely come into contact with actual 3D printed parts. More

3D printed design company Xuberance wins first prize 'SaloneSatellite Award' at the Milan Design Week

Apr.16, 2015 - The ongoing Milan Design Week in Italy’s design capital is obviously a great place to see new and exciting 3D printed creations. Opened until 19 April, it’s in fact the perfect place to explore the world of design in all its aspects. More

3D printed 'Comfortably Numb' device takes the pain away from injection needles

Apr.16, 2015 - Three freshman students from Rice University in Houston, Texas, have developed a handy little device called Comfortably Numb that will numb any part of your body well enough to receive an injection without feeling pain from it. More

Japanese design studio DMM Akiba presents viable 3D printed titanium road bike at Milan Salone

Apr.16, 2015 - DMM Akiba teamed up with design studio the Triple Bottom Line and focused their efforts on creating the world’s first viable road bike that is technology proven and made from SLS titanium sintering, the DFM01. More

Rocket Lab unveils first 3D printed, battery-powered rocket engine for low-cost space travel

Apr.15, 2015 - Yesterday, at the Space Symposium in Colorado, the New Zealand-based Rocket Lab unveiled their brand-new rocket engine that was designed to drastically cut down the cost of space travel. More

Rockefeller heir invests in Brooklyn-based 3D printed meat company Modern Meadow

Apr.15, 2015 - Justin Rockefeller, who is the great-great-grandson of Stand Oil founder John D. Rockefeller, feels that the “steak chips” created by Modern Meadow might be one of the next big industries... More

3D printing vagina artist Megumi Igarashi denies obscenity charges in Japanese court

Apr.15, 2015 - Back in December of 2014, 43-year old Japanese artist Megumi Igarashi who works under the name Rokude Nashiko — which translates to “bad girl” — was charged with distributing 'obscene' data after releasing 3D printable data... More

Dutch scientists develop 3D printed ‘light traps’ to make solar cells more efficient than ever

Apr.15, 2015 - Physicists from the University of Utrecht in the Netherlands have developed a very interesting 3D printing application that can revolutionize the availability of environmentally-friendly energy. More

27-year-old tumor patient in China is given a new titanium shoulder, thanks to 3D printing

Apr.15, 2015 - A young woman has recently undergone a high-risk surgery in a hospital in South China to replace her scapula with a titanium replica. The surgery was necessitated by a recent discovery by doctors that three-fourths... More

Polish designer creates this awesome kaleidoscope using 3D printing

Apr.15, 2015 - This kaleidoscope has been designed and assembled by Polish designer Paweł Grzelak, who was looking for a nice and original birthday gift for a friend. More

Dutch student mass customizes 3D printed insoles using TNO's 10x faster 3D PrintValley

Apr.15, 2015 - In cooperation with Dutch technological institute TNO, Dutch graduate student Mathijs de Schipper has developed 100% customizable 3D printed insoles for all types of shoes. More

Alexis Walsh brings 3D printing to high fashion with her LYSIS Collection

Apr.15, 2015 - More recently, New York City-based artist and designer Alexis Walsh - whose inspiration stems from developing wearable designs from more rigid structural forms - has been experimenting with using additive manufacturing... More

Introducing Kayan, an exclusive 3D printed lamp shade for Plumen

Apr.14, 2015 - Last week, British lamp manufacturers Plumen and Italian 3D design and printing start up Formaliz3d together unveiled their Kayan lamp shades, a brand new 3D printed product that could be the first commercial version of its kind. More

Pimp your keyboard with these awesome 3D printed custom keycaps by Adafruit

Apr.14, 2015 - If you happen to have one of those old fashioned keyboards laying around, then the latest 3D printing project by Adafruit is definitely something for you: 3D printed custom keycaps for mechanical keyboards. More

Create a customizable 3D printed robot arm

Apr.14, 2015 - For many who are able to 3D print their own parts, creating a robot isn’t actually as daunting of a task as it would appear, and starting with building a robot arm is actually a great place to start - such as this 3D Printed Robot Arm project that has been shared by Instructables user ‘Beaconsfield’. More

Maker Onyx Ashanti creates 3D printed 'exo-foot' footwear platform

Apr.14, 2015 - With an open mind, Ashanti dove straight into researching what would be the best possible outcome for his shoe design, however he decided that he wanted to have the same freedom for his feet that he has for his hands... More

United Nude exhibits 3D printed shoes by Zaha Hadid and Ben van Berkel in Milan

Apr.14, 2015 - For this exhibition, United Nude’s founder Rem D Koolhaas enlisted the assistance of five well-known architects and designers to 3D print highly original women’s shoes. These are architects Zaha Hadid, Ben van Berkel... More

Weta Workshop and Image Engine 3D printed 19 robots for sci-fi film Chappie

Apr.14, 2015 - In order to achieve this level of realism and detail, Blomkamp once again worked with visual effects house Image Engine and concept/practical effects studio Weta Workshop not only to create 3D models of the complex droids... More

Artist uses a Form 1+ and 80 liters of resin to create movie 'Chase Me' with 2,500 3D printed parts

Apr.14, 2015 - Now, despite the high cost of creating thousands of 3D printed figurines, a French filmmaker has independently created a short film 'Chase Me' that uses over 2,500 3D printed parts that were printed using a Form 1+ 3D printer ... More

Flexy-hand - Filaflex Remix: the most realistic 3D printed prosthetic hand

Apr.13, 2015 - Earlier this year, Wood released the “Flexy-Hand 2 – Filaflex Remix“. Now Wood has again revolutionized the 3D printed prosthetic world with his latest design, the Flexy-Hand - Filaflex Remix. More

Microsoft releases four 3D printable yoyo designs

Apr.13, 2015 - Microsoft has just released four free 3D printable files on Thingiverse a few days ago. All four designs are for making your own – hopefully fully functional – yoyos. More

China Eastern Airlines uses 3D printing to produce aircraft cabin components

Apr.13, 2015 - China Eastern Airlines has successfully 3D printed a number different aircraft cabin components for their new Boeing 777-300ER passenger plane. Included are cover plates for cabin door handles, signage and a number of... More

Roboteurs launches Print-A-Bot 3D printable robot arm for teaching design & programming

Apr.13, 2015 - Canadian start-up Roboteurs' flagship product can be seen above; it’s the Print-A-Bot ARM 3D printed robotic arm, that has been designed to be assembled, programmed and used by high school students, engineering departments... More

Make a funny face with image-distorting, 3D printed lenses

Apr.12, 2015 - Now, imagine being able to apply those same ‘filters’ and distort your face in real life--endless fun, right? That’s the idea behind Smaller & Upside Down, a collection of 3D printed lenses with customized, optical designs. More

Johanna Gieseler designs 3D printed prosthetic with wonderful gripping mechanism for children

Apr.12, 2015 - Those are exactly the goals German industrial designer Johanna Gieseler set out for herself when designing a new 3D printable prosthetic: a prosthesis that can take a punch and can hold on. Something that would enable children to play... More

Spanish designer shares files for a fun 3D printed robot that can hold your phone

Apr.12, 2015 - Spanish-made Bequi robot is a fun little project to work on. Designed by Spanish designer Sonia Verdu, the Bequi robot is basically a 3D printed toy with a massive 16 different joints, despite only being 23 cm tall. More

Ex-Amazon engineers develop smart Meld Knob + Clip cooking solution with help from 3D printers

Apr.11, 2015 - The Meld Knob + Clip aims to help users create perfectly-cooked food regardless of any unknown variables including vague instructions and unpredictable stovetop temperatures. More

Brooklyn-based REIFY turns songs into 3D printed sculptures

Apr.11, 2015 - After just a few short months of development in the NEW INC incubator, Founder and CEO Allison Wood has not only created an impressive portfolio of 3D printed objects created from soundwaves, but has also assembled an experienced team... More

Wounded war hero gets a 3D printed Dextrus bionic hand

Apr.11, 2015 - War hero Taylor has become the first wounded soldier to benefit from 3D printed bionic technology. Taylor is a very unfortunate hero, having become a quadruple amputee after losing his limbs in an IED blast while serving in Afghanistan. More

Indian company Cremagine 3d prints 24K gold, sapphire and ruby Hindu temple

Apr.10, 2015 - More recently, an Indian 3D design and printing company Cremagine has created a 24K gold and ruby Hindu temple that was created using additive manufacturing technology for a private client. More

Project Aquero uses 3D printing to create revolutionary freshwater-collecting water bottle

Apr.10, 2015 - Now, the Project Aquero initiative has developed an affordable way to harvest drinkable water using pre-existing moisture that lives within the atmosphere... and they’re able to further develop their product thanks to 3D printing. More

Create a 3D printed pocket-sized smartphone charger

Apr.10, 2015 - For Instructables user ‘hobbyman’, making sure his (and his girlfriend’s) phones were always charged came in the form of a project that he recently did that was created using a 3D printer and some simple electrical engineering skills. More

Test and calibrate your 3D printer’s capacities with the #3DBenchy test project

Apr.10, 2015 - 3D printing the #3DBenchy will help you find out what the best settings for your FDM 3D printer are. All you need to do is 3D print the #3DBency boat, a model that has been specifically designed for testing and benchmarking 3D printers. More

Forget Apple Watch, 3D print yourself a retro Apple II smartwatch

Apr.10, 2015 - Developed by Instructables designer Aletor777, this 3D printed cool watch looks like a cross between the classic Apple computers and a wrist calculator. The rectangular body, dubiously grey color and the classic knob... More

Second Boneheads 3D printable skull series launches on Kickstarter

Apr.10, 2015 - 3DKitbash has just launched a new campaign for the Boneheads Series 2: a range of three sets of gorgeous high quality skulls that look so cool you’d like to hang them over a fireplace or something. More

Taiwan launches Fab Trucks to bring 3D printing to 497 campuses over the next 2 years

Apr.10, 2015 - Over the next two years, these Fab Trucks will embark on a very ambitious project, visiting 497 high schools throughout Taiwan. Throughout that project 160,000 students and teachers are set to come into contact with 3D printing. More

Engineer 3D prints a jet-powered snowboard that can go up to 15 mph on the flat

Apr.10, 2015 - San Francisco-based engineer decided to 3D print a jet powered snowboard that can cruise over flat areas with ease. The design itself was inspired by a Dreamscience design for a jet that you can hold in your hands... More

Kickstarter campaign launched for exciting Sinterhard metal filled 3D printer filaments

Apr.9, 2015 - This interesting product has been developed by a team of veteran engineers who have worked with conventional metal injection molding and ceramic injection molding techniques since the 1980s. More

Spanish designer creates 3D printable 'Dog's Game' set to help spur canine intelligence

Apr.9, 2015 - More recently, the talented designer Empezando Diseño has designed and modeled for 3D printing a game for dogs that is capable of being 3D printed by dog owners around the world using the Cults platform. More

New photolithographic technology uses oxygen inhibitors to build 3D printed microstructures

Apr.9, 2015 - Recently, a research team at the Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) led by Professor Shin-Hyun Kim have developed a new type of photolithographic... More

Designers create SuperMod, a 3D printed, fully-customizable modular wall system using Makerbot

Apr.9, 2015 - The designers, Sebastian Misiurek and Arianna Lebed of Simplus Design, have designed and fabricated what they are calling SuperMod, a 3D printed wall organization system that balances aesthetics with function. More

2-year-old girl can now smile for the first time after her face was rebuilt with the help of a 3D printer

Apr.9, 2015 - We are especially very happy to see these 3D printed models being used to give young children a good start for their lives to come, as they recently did for the two-year-old Violet Pietrok from Portland, Oregon. More

Lingerie Company Anita uses 3D printing to reduce cost of breast prostheses by up to 50%

Apr.9, 2015 - German industry giants Anita has recently adopted 3D printers to ensure that their breast prosthetics are identical and even far cheaper and more efficient to produce. More

U.S. Army funds research for 3D printed body armor inspired by fish scales

Apr.8, 2015 - Researchers have developed a new way of thinking about body armor that enables soldiers to move freely and with little added weight, but is still capable of stopping bullets and shrapnel. More

Belarus-based 3DSphere develops 3d printed DJ helmet featuring embedded light show

Apr.8, 2015 - However thanks to 3D printing and some clever electronics work, a group of 3D printing and music enthusiasts have recently taken matters into their own hands and have created their own 3D printed head hardware... More

Light Play 3D printed robot army gears up for Maker Faire in May

Apr.8, 2015 - Currently working under then name Light Play, Petkus and Koch are currently developing the latest iteration their kinetic army of delta robots for the upcoming Bay Area Maker Faire May 16th and 17th in San Mateo, California. More

Watch NASA unbox the first set of objects 3D printed in space

Apr.8, 2015 - This week, nearly six months since they first launched the 3D printer into orbit, engineers at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama are unboxing the first items that were manufactured in space... More

Student Rachel Nhan creates inspiring 3D printed neckpiece

Apr.8, 2015 - This 3D printed neckpiece was made and continuously adjusted alongside the dress in AutoDesk Maya, to ensure the two seamlessly matched each other. More

Light Insoles develops revolutionary custom orthotics using light-cured composite technology

Apr.8, 2015 - With a background in material science developing lightweight materials, Alan Jacobsen Ph. D. has since changed his direction of focus to develop custom insoles under his newly-establish company Light Insoles. More

'Museum in a Box' project uses 3D printing to explore how people interact with museum objects

Apr.8, 2015 - As part of that endeavor, Good, Form & Spectacle has been working on a smaller project entitled Museum in a Box, which relies on 3D printing to explore the value and meaning of museum objects. More

Never lose your screwdriver bits again with this useful 3D printed tool wristband

Apr.8, 2015 - Fernando Sosa has designed a useful, stylish and fun accessory that will ensure that you will never lose your screwdriver bits again while working: the 3D printed Tool Wristband. More

IR3 Industrial Revolution III 3D printer / Pick & Place assembly bot launches on Kickstarter

Apr.8, 2015 - Developed by London-based Buzz Technology Limited, this IR3 3D printer doesn’t just 3D print components, it’s also capable of picking and inserting non-printed components into the design. More

American company created and tested the first 3D printed metal gun silencer

Apr.8, 2015 - One metal part manufacturer, who has so far remained anonymous, has even used a 3D printer to produce perhaps the most complex part of a gun arsenal: the silencer. More

Japanese designer Danny Choo creates four-foot tall smart robot using 3D printing

Apr.7, 2015 - Two years ago, designer Danny Choo of Culture Japan created a 3D printed “Smart Doll” that was designed based off of the anime character Mirai Suenaga, the mascot for Culture Japan. More

MIT student beats cancer, shares his data and experience with digital models and 3D prints

Apr.7, 2015 - With the personal fascination with his condition combined with his experience and background in data management and additive manufacturing technologies, Steven Keating has leveraged the data surrounding his condition and has created digital and 3D printed models of his tumor... More

3D printed solar-powered toy airplane

Apr.7, 2015 - Quadcopters are a lot of fun to play with – but it’s also great to see designs that go in an entirely different direction, such as this cool solar powered toy airplane by Instructables user JoKu. More

Four year old boy is given a very lifelike 3D printed prosthetic ear

Apr.7, 2015 - Medical applications of 3D printing technology have been very successful in recent months, so it’s unsurprising that many experts are already predicting a very bright future for 3D printing technology in the medical industry. More

Fan builds a Lego 3D printer that ‘3D prints’ Lego bricks

Apr.7, 2015 - One Lego-crazed maker who goes by the bubbly username of ev3rything_is_aw3some has submitted something truly remarkable into a competition for turning projects into actual Lego sets. More

Ozzie the goose can walk again with the help of a 3D printed leg and webbed foot

Apr.7, 2015 - But perhaps slightly more challenging to make was the leg and webbed foot that South African waterfowl Ozzie needed. This lucky duck was in need of help after a broken leg was amputated at the joint. More

U.S. Rep. Steve Israel to reintroduce bill to ban undetectable 3D printed gun

Apr.7, 2015 - California recently passed a ‘Ghost Gun’ bill, but it remains unclear how that will be implemented. Lawmaker Steve Israel’s (D-New York) 2013 bill to prohibit the manufacturing of 3D printed guns failed to be adopted. More

Build a 3D printable multi-purpose talking robot or simple toy platform

Apr.6, 2015 - Among other recent projects that utilize a computer or other microcontroller to bring a 3D print to life is the Multi-Purpose Talking Robot Platform that was recently shared by Instructables user ‘hobbyman’. More

Japanese filmmakers use 3D printing to bring 'Mayupo' female companion robot to life

Apr.6, 2015 - In “Mayupo | A Robot Dreams of Apple Trees”, a Japanese film that is currently seeking funding on Kickstarter, the concept of a robot as a female companion is what the entire movie is about - and thanks to 3D printing... More

Customize and build your own smartphone using a Raspberry Pi and 3D printing

Apr.6, 2015 - One of the more recent projects that makes use of existing 3D printing technology to create an otherwise complex product is with the tyfone: a DIY smartphone that anyone can make. More

US Navy researcher 3D prints adjustable groove-joint pliers

Apr.6, 2015 - Instead of compromising his experiment or making due with the existing tools in his lab, John Steuben 3D printed his very own adjustable groove-joint pliers, designed precisely for the task at hand. More

Japanese artist creates awesome 3D printed transforming robot 'Stingray'

Apr.6, 2015 - This intricate transformers-like robot toy T060101 STINGRAY has been designed by Japanese artist Tomoo Yamaji, who spent years working as a civil engineer in a previous life. More

Zoomcity creates a set of 3D printed business cards that map out the Barcelona city

Apr.6, 2015 - Barcelona-based Zoomcity Barcelona, a blog about contemporary architecture, art and design in that city has decided to 3D print their business cards. And to ensure that their image as a stylish company... More

Harvest your own energy using 3D printed wind turbines and solar stirling engines

Apr.6, 2015 - Among the projects that Andreas Haeuser has been focusing on are energy-harvesting 3D printed wind turbines and 3D printed solar stirling engines, which are the result of two years of development, multiple prototypes... More

Maker creates modern 3D printed vertical seder plate for celebrating Passover

Apr.5, 2015 - The Jewish holiday celebrating the Israelites’ freedom from Egypt known as Passover began in the evening of Friday, April 3 around the world and will last for a total of eight days. More

Who needs an Apple Watch when you can have a 3D printed smart pocket watch?

Apr.5, 2015 - Now, maker Alex Maund has created a 3D printed conversion kit for turning your smartwatch (or other 20mm, 21mm or 22mm watch band size watches) into a retro-style pocket watch, which was initially inspired... More

Russian scientists create 3D printed ‘bio-cement’ that regenerates human bone tissue

Apr.5, 2015 - Russian scientists have developed a biological material known as ‘bone cement’ that is derived from animal bones can be 3D printed into bone fractures, aiding the body to heal faster and eventually dissolving into... More

Emirati designer Khulood Thani creates Dubai’s first 3D printed dress

Apr.5, 2015 - This weekend, fashion meets culture meets 3D printing technology, as Not Just a Label revealed Bint Thani’s awe-inspiring, 3D printed dress at the first ever ‘Meet D3,’ an art and fashion showcase hosted by Dubai Design District. More

Caltech's tiny high-resolution camera chip can turn your smartphone into a mobile 3D scanner

Apr.5, 2015 - Wouldn't it be great if we can just use phones to take a snapshot of every day objects, send it to a 3D printer, and within minutes a replica of the original object has been reproduced? More

Adafruit shares designs for a very cool Bioshock little sister syringe cosplay prop

Apr.4, 2015 - And the undisputed masters of electronic cosplay props are the Ruiz brothers over at Adafruit, who have just shared their designs for another great prop: the syringe Little Sisters carry around in Bioshock for extracting ADAM. More

Dream Factory unveils free 3D printable toy cars ‘BuddyRacers’ for kids

Apr.4, 2015 - A company called Dream Factory has just announced the release of “Buddyracers”, a 3D printable city of toys designed for children between the ages of 4-10. 'BuddyRacers can help your child learn creativity... More

Chinese patient has new lease on life thanks to 3D printed pelvis

Apr.3, 2015 - Now, an orthopedic surgeon at the First Affiliated Hospital of Baotou Medical College by the name of Dr. Dong Lele has used 3D printing to help save a patient’s life who had previously been suffering extreme pelvic pain. More

Stepan Ignatovich shares designs for his amazing 3D printed electric violin

Apr.3, 2015 - While not the first 3D printed electric violin on Thingiverse, musician Stephan Ignatovich has decided to recreate one that looks and functions just like a regular violin and can even incorporate some classic pieces... More

Star Trek fan 3D prints impressive Mr. Spock bust in tribute to great actor Leonard Nimoy

Apr.3, 2015 - Perhaps the most impressive 3D printed tribute to Leonard Nimoy has been made by veteran designer Phi Vu from Glendale. The bust is already impressive, though only a 1/5 scale test print that is approximately 4.75” tall. More

Vortic uses 3D printing to pass on classic American watches to a new generation

Apr.3, 2015 - While most involve components for (or even entirely) new 3D printers or 3D printed toys, this project by Vortic is using 3D printing technology to give new life to classic American pocket watches from the late 1800s... More

Italian designer develops new 3D printing filament 'Agridust' made from food waste

Apr.2, 2015 - Italian designer Marina Ceccolini’s AgriDust is an environmentally friendly building (rather than eating) filament that could become a very useful alternative for those mountains of plastic we collectively consume. More

Chinese doctors rely on 3D printing to successfully complete complex wrist surgery

Apr.2, 2015 - Liu Rong and his team developed a 3D printed replica of the student’s wrist, complete with fractures. The highly detailed wrist was completely 3D printed in just five hours. More

The Diamond single nozzle hotend for perfect multi-color 3D printing launches on Kickstarter

Apr.2, 2015 - A new option has just launched on Kickstarter all the way from Denmark: the Diamond Hotend, a flashy extruder that could be the most effective and affordable option currently on the market. More

Artist Ioan Florea presents colorful 3D Printed Camaro Art Car at NY Auto Show

Apr.2, 2015 - Using a combination of pigment fused deposition and 3D printing technologies artist Ioan Florea completely transformed the Camaro into a piece of art. Florea will unveil the 3D printed Camaro at the New York International Auto Show. More

You can now create 3D models by waving your smartphone around an object

Apr.2, 2015 - Until now, our smartphones have not yet been capable of measuring distances between points (and thus making 3D printable files), but CMU researchers have developed a very clever way of solving that problem. More

Hong Kong researchers use 3D printing to develop surgical breakthrough for orbital eye operations

Apr.2, 2015 - Researchers at Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s Industrial Center (IC) have been able to create customized molds for orbital implants for the surgery in under four hours using a Fortus 3D production System 3D printer... More

Army drones to deliver 3D printed pizzas to soldier outposts in 30 minutes or less

Apr.1, 2015 - According to a team of researchers at the Natick Soldier Systems Center - a United States Army facility - the ‘3D printed’ pizzas would be produced on specially-designed 3D printers and then flown to soldier outposts... More

Australian scientists create software to print money on 3D printers

Apr.1, 2015 - Thanks to some inspired developers, 3D printing our own money to spend on everything from mochas at Starbucks to new sneakers from Nike may soon become a reality. More

3D-printed aortic model helps surgeons save teenager from life-threatening aneurysm

Apr.1, 2015 - Most recently, a 17-year old teen became the first patient in the US state of Michigan to benefit from the use of 3D printing prior to her medical procedure. More

Watch over 500 3D printed nails 'Transform' in Japanese stop-motion film

Apr.1, 2015 - ‘Transformation’ is the theme behind Mizuki Kawano and Yuna Takayama’s short animated film, and it also applies perfectly to the world of 3D printing: it is constantly changing, evolving, and transforming before our eyes. More

VU Medical Center Amsterdam to 3D print cartilage implants for noses and ears

Apr.1, 2015 - A new team of researchers from the VU Medical Center in Amsterdam have announced that they are beginning a program focused on 3D printing cartilage for implantations. More

Engine of the DeltaWing race car has been manufactured with 3D printed parts

Apr.1, 2015 - Debuting on the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 2012, the DeltaWing has been a great looking participant in various races since then, competing in the United SportsCar Championship last year. More

Creating 3D printed soft dart weapons with Mostly Harmless Arms

Apr.1, 2015 - Among those who are actively involved with creating their own soft dart blasters from scratch is the cleverly named duo Mostly Harmless Arms (MHA). Led by 3D printing enthusiasts Ryan and Kane... More

Maker creates real-life Katamari Ball to test the limits of 3D printing

Apr.1, 2015 - Inspired by the concept of ‘rolling a bunch of random objects together’, 3D printing enthusiast Arian Croft has applied the same idea to 3D printing in a new project that he is calling the Katamari Roll. More

DeeThree creates line of highly-detailed 3D printed yachts

Apr.1, 2015 - The company, Dee Three, was approached by yacht manufacturer to create three physical yacht models of their V62-S yacht design for their offices and clients. More

The Jigless Kit helps you fabricate a bicycle at home using 3D printed parts

Mar.31, 2015 - Most recently, a group of designers from Tel Aviv, Israel have created the Jigless Kit, which consists of an easy-to-assemble set of parts for users to fabricate their own bicycles at home out of old jeans... More

Artist Dominic Goldman creates impressive Air Max 1 concrete sculptures using 3D printing

Mar.31, 2015 - As an homage to his favourite sneaker, and in celebration of Air Max 1 Day back on March 26th, Goldman created a limited series of solid concrete AM1 sculptures “for the sneakerhead’s home.” More

Horde Invasion, set of Hi-Res 3D printed fantasy miniatures successfully funded

Mar.30, 2015 - And a challenger has certainly appeared in the form of professional digital modeller Taras Skorobruh, who has recently debuted his Horde Invasion set on Indiegogo. More

Avoid germs in public places with this extremely useful 3D printed Germavoid Clean Touch

Mar.30, 2015 - Invented by a Utah-based landscaper and fellow germaphobe Zach Friedli, this clever device could be just what germaphobes and other sensible people need. It is, in a nutshell, a 3D printed device that will allow you to touch... More

MODA 3D printer promises to apply your makeup in 30 seconds

Mar.30, 2015 - Foreo, the Swedish lifestyle company that brought us the LUNA skin exfoliator and ISSA electronic toothbrush, is once again trying its hand at combining the worlds of beauty and technology with MODA. More

Jason Preuss shows off his amazing and gigantic 3D printed dome clock

Mar.30, 2015 - Instead of settling on function alone, Michigan-based designer and woodworker Jason Preuss has 3D printed a gorgeous clock with a n intricate designs that not only works, but is also insanely tall (48 inches, or about 1.20 meters). More

Learn about aerodynamics and have fun in the water with Tinkerine's 3D printed RC airboat

Mar.29, 2015 - Tinkerine, Canada’s leading 3D printing company and manufacturers of the Ditto and Litto open-source 3D printer kits, has designed a fun and functional servo-controlled airboat with 120 degrees of rotation... More

Designer Maria Eife's bold and playful 3D printed jewelry now available online

Mar.29, 2015 - Philadelphia-based designer Maria Eife is a baking-mad designer who can always be found tinkering with her Makerbot and is a veteran of 3D printing technology. She has launched successful and beautiful pieces... More

New Me Ducer 3D printer offers plug n’ play 3D printing for less than $500

Mar.28, 2015 - One of the more promising 3D printers to hit the market in recent memory comes from China-based Geeetech. Since being established in 2011, the company has been devoted to developing open source hardware... More

Rescued pet tortoise gets new lease on life with 3D printed shell

Mar.28, 2015 - A leopard tortoise suffering from malnutrition and a deformed shell has just received a brand new, 3D printed prosthetic shell that could extend the teenage pet’s life well into her 80s. More

USAID relies on 3D printed weather stations to save lives in third world countries

Mar.28, 2015 - For the United States Agency for International Development (or USAID) is, together with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration and a number of international partners, using 3D printing technology... More

Iris van Herpen's Crystal-esque 3D printed dress & shoes for Paris Fashion Week turns heads on the runway

Mar.28, 2015 - Dutch designer Iris van Herpen’s most recent collection for Fall/Winter 2015-16, titled “Hacking Infinity”, debuted at Paris Fashion Week earlier this month. More

Printed Firearm's 3D printed AR-10 lower receiver can fire larger, deadlier rounds

Mar.27, 2015 - Recently, a group of gun enthusiasts with 3D printing know-how from Printed Firearm have successfully designed, 3D printed and test fired the receiver for a Colt CM109 modular battle rifle, which is a larger gun than the AR-15. More

Russia's 3D Bioprinting Solutions makes breakthrough in creating first ever 3D printed thyroid gland

Mar.27, 2015 - Among other developments, in November of 2014, a Russian company claimed that they would be able to 3D print a transplantable organ (a thyroid gland) in March of 2015. More

Tim Giles' 3D printed Robotic Third Hand could be worker's helper

Mar.27, 2015 - This Robotic Third Hand has little to do with the 3D printed prosthetics you often see. Instead, it's essentially a device worn on your wrist that holds tools for you – in this case a screwdriver. More

Create an NFC Door Lock with the Qduino Mini and a 3D printer for under $100

Mar.27, 2015 - One example of how microcontrollers are liberating makers and allowing them to create their own functional product designs is with the recent NFC Door Lock with the Qduino Mini. More

Festo's 3D printed giant bionic ants communicate wirelessly to get things done

Mar.27, 2015 - Those of you interested in next-generation robots will have doubtlessly heard of German automation company Festo, that seems to have a patent on imaginative robotics that have been inspired by animal behaviour. More

Go back to the 1950s with this 3D printed replica of the iconic Predica TV set

Mar.27, 2015 - If you happen to be a historian of consumer technology, or even remotely interested in life in the 1950s (or in the Back to the Future franchise), there is one piece of equipment that should immediately spring to mind... More

SpotiBear - a 3D printed toy bear that plays Spotify music using a Raspberry Pi

Mar.27, 2015 - The SpotiBear is a Spotify-powered bear that plays children’s music, lullabies and stories and leverages the low-cost power of a Raspberry Pi to operate it. More

Creating 3D printed functional bronze scissors using the $1500 Mini Metal Maker

Mar.27, 2015 - While 3D printing metal trinkets and static objects is one thing, the ability to 3D print functional metal objects that are generally made through more traditional manufacturing methods such as die casting is pretty impressive... More

New Balance uses 3D printing to make custom spiked running shoes

Mar.26, 2015 - Specializing in athletic shoes, New Balance has developed 3D printed components for shoes that actually make athletes faster during races. What specifically makes or breaks an athlete on the track is the traction provided... More

Over 70 makers collaborate to create the 3D printed Maker Chair

Mar.26, 2015 - To help celebrate their first anniversary, France’s Makershop - a sort of all-in-one stop for everything 3D scanning and 3D printing - organized over 70 makers to contribute towards making a single chair... More

Italian student 3D prints Quasi: a heart in a jar that can get seriously angry with you

Mar.26, 2015 - But Italian student and designer Enrica Becalli, who currently studies design at Parsons in New York, has made something truly remarkable: a 3D printed heart in a jar that can get seriously angry with you. More

Ingenious 3D printed drill can drill holes in wood and metal

Mar.26, 2015 - Performance 3-d LLC has designed a plastic 3D printed drill that is a perfect addition to your toolkit. If anything, it shows us just what you can accomplish with a bit of innovative design ideas. More

VFX artist uses Luxology MODO and a Form 1+ to create amazing 3D printed zoetropes

Mar.25, 2015 - Having run the successful VFX company EyelandArts, visual effects (VFX) artist Alexandrovich Friderici has expanded his skill set and is currently bringing the creative freedom given to him while working on films... More

Chinese scientists successfully tested biodegradable 3D printed artificial bone on rabbits

Mar.25, 2015 - But now the Xi’an Particle Cloud Advanced Materials Technology company from China has successfully combined 3D bioprinting with implant applications. In collaboration with doctors from the military Xijing hospital in Xi’an... More

Qingdao Unique to 3D print skin and corneas within one year

Mar.25, 2015 - But now Wang Hong, Qingdao Unique’s chairman, has explained that their research has been progressing with such speed that it could take just one year before the first animal test take place. More

First Chinese 3D printed car hits the road in Sanya, Hainan

Mar.25, 2015 - While almost countless applications can be named for FDM 3D printing technology, cars usually don’t top the list. But that is exactly what Chinese manufacturers from the Sanya SiHai 3D Technology company have made. More

Researchers embed sensors into 3D printed casts to measure the efficacy of the treatment

Mar.24, 2015 - While designing and fabricating low-cost and custom medical devices is one thing, a group of researchers are now using 3D printing to create ‘smart’ devices that can be embedded within existing rehabilitation equipment. More

Dutch hobbyist 3D prints a slide scanner to digitize dozens of old family photos

Mar.24, 2015 - Dutch 3D printing hobbyist Luc Volders recently completed a very remarkable project to salvage family history for another generation: a 3D printed slide scanner that links up to your smartphone. More

Manulith launches MakerOS: a free operating system for maker business management

Mar.24, 2015 - Mike Moceri of Detroit-based 3D printing provider Manulith has just released an operating system that could make your start-up life a bit easier. It’s called MakerOS, and its sole intention is to take a lot of work out of your hands... More

Adafruit 3D prints trophy for upcoming Dronie Awards using BronzeFill filament

Mar.24, 2015 - But to take things a step further into that aforementioned “future”, the Adafruit team - particularly Adafruit designer Neo Ruiz - have taken the concept of a physical award a step further by offering a 3D printed Drone award.. More

3D printing helps to accelerate construction of Gaudi’s Segrada Familia

Mar.23, 2015 - Unfortunately, the Segrada Familia is also known for being one of the longest active construction projects in the world—in the 133 years since building began, the Catalan community has yet to see it completed. More

BetaBox: a mobile rapid prototyping lab in a shipping container

Mar.23, 2015 - One group of young ambitious entrepreneurs, who have banded together to found Betaversity, have come up with a temporary solution: the BetaBox, an on-demand mobile prototyping lab that is ingeniously housed... More

Australian students 3D print a gigantic working crane that can lift up to five kilos

Mar.22, 2015 - Well this crane, that has been built by Australian engineering student Samuel Ashfort and his fellow students Karl, Charlie, Amanda and Rob, falls in a similar category. More

Japanese start-up Exii unveils latest Handiii: a myoelectric 3D printed prosthetic hand

Mar.22, 2015 - Dedicated readers might remember the Handiii (previously known as Handie), as Exii has been working it on since 2013. This team of graduates from Sony’s manufacturing industry... More

Help a young dog with no legs walk for the first time with 3D printed prosthetics

Mar.21, 2015 - Thanks to her caring owner, Nimble - a chihuahua Pom mix who was brought into the world with a rough start - may soon be able to walk again thanks to 3D printing. More

3D printed RC boats become a hit in Japan

Mar.21, 2015 - Recently, the trend of creating 3D printed remote controlled boats and boat accessories has been taking off in Japan and although many boats come in kits, many enthusiasts have turned to creating their own boat designs.,, More

Next Eurostar E3000 satellite to feature Airbus 3D printed aluminum parts

Mar.21, 2015 - Airbus Defence and Space has announced that a new generation of telecommunications satellites they are producing for Eurostar are to feature several space qualified aluminum components that have been made... More

MHOX expects 3D printed and enhanced human eyes with WiFi connection to be available by 2027

Mar.20, 2015 - The vision that MHOX sees involves their synthetic printed eyeballs that they are simply calling EYE (Enhance Your Eye). If the they’re able to overcome technological hurdles between now and their expected product launch in 2027.. More

3D printed Twitter Mood Lamp changes colors to match the mood of the city of Denver

Mar.20, 2015 - While these are mostly used to program LED strips or add some basic functions to your gripping robot, Denver student Chadwick Friedman has used it for a more complicated construction: a 3D printed mood lamp that changes it colors... More

5 dakika designs functional model 3D printed dairy truck that stores and distributes milk

Mar.20, 2015 - In Istanbul, Turkey, design team 5 dakika collaborated with Studioflow to work on a unique 3D printing project, which was coordinated by Serdar Okumuş and Kağan Hanoğlu. More

Help send this 3D printed satellite to the moon

Mar.20, 2015 - The NASA Cube Quest competition - which is sponsored by NASA’s Space Technology Mission Directorate Centennial Challenge Program - is currently offering a total of $5 million to teams that meet the challenge objectives... More

WASP inches closer towards 3D printing house, plans to mix clay with seeds to grow roots inside for support

Mar.19, 2015 - Although we’ve been seeing quite a few concepts for housing designs that rely completely on additive manufacturing technologies for their structure, few of these companies or designers have actually come out of the woodwork... More

Grow a custom palm tree with your 3D printer to hold your fruit

Mar.19, 2015 - This week, Hagemann released his latest toy design concept that - similar to the Linklings - is also modular and can be customized in a number of different ways by the user. More

This fruit and vegetable cutter is entirely 3D printed

Mar.19, 2015 - Jerry’s 3D printed Fruit and Vegetable Slicer has several advantages: you can make it at home, adjust it to your own preferences (and fruits) and it features various different splitters for optimal slicing potential. More

Synthesis Design & Stratasys create multi-material and multi-color 3D printed rocking chair

Mar.19, 2015 - Although there have been a wide variety of conceptual products that use 3D printing as a final method of manufacturing, the stakes have been pushed higher over the last couple of years to really push rapid prototyping... More

Create a 3d printed instrument using an old espresso portafilter

Mar.19, 2015 - Currently available on Instructables for anybody who wants to build their own, John Granzow’s Javalele project uses 3D printing to create an electroacoustic mini-instrument that can be plugged into an amplifier for control... More

Xrobots releases CAD files for impressive 3D printed R2D2 robot from Star Wars

Mar.19, 2015 - British James Bruton recently made the CAD files for his huge and highly detailed R2-D2 robot for free – the ultimate 3D printed tribute to the Star Wars universe. More

New Zealand engineer Lance Abernethy 3D prints the world's tiniest working cordless drill

Mar.19, 2015 - But as small or as big as you want really means that, and maintenance engineer Lance Abernethy from Auckland, New Zealand proves it. He has recently 3D printed what is probably the smallest working drill in the world. More

Now you can 3D print your very own Paul McCartney

Mar.18, 2015 - Ever fancied having your own Paul McCartney to display on your desk? Well, good news is, if you've got a 3D printer you can now 3D print your own little, plastic Paul. More

Historical artifacts destroyed in Iraq by ISIS to be restored using 3D modeling and printing

Mar.18, 2015 - Now, a group of digital preservationists under the name Project Mosul is aiming to restore the damaged objects by reconstructing them using old photographs and 3D modeling. More

Polish author Jacek Dukaj releases sci-fi eBook complete with 3D printable stl files

Mar.18, 2015 - Author Jacek Dukaj is already taking things to a new level. His new book The Old Axolotl (to be released on the 24th of March) aims to give his audience a whole new reading experience by including various interactive elements... More

Greek OpenBionics unveils affordable, light-weight 3D printed bionic hands with 144 grasp movements

Mar.18, 2015 - Greek OpenBionics' new designs can be made for less than $200 each, made from 3D printed components and off-the-shelf materials that won’t weigh more than 300 grams – less than an actual hand would. More

Open Board Game is an open framework for creating 3D printable board games

Mar.17, 2015 - Open Board Game seeks to become a platform/community for designing and constructing original 3D printed board games. At its core is a multifunctional hexagonal pattern, but the rest is left to your own imagination. More

The Love Project gives 3D printed shape to the love stories of 53 people

Mar.17, 2015 - But can you call those objects the embodiments of those emotions? Brazilian designer and architect Guto Requena has tried to answer that question through 3D printing in the Love Project, which he has been working on since August 2014. More

Michigan researchers call for a change in recycling codes to benefit 3D printing

Mar.17, 2015 - Why shouldn’t we be able to recycle our own trash for 3D printing purposes? That is exactly what a research team from Michigan Technological University, led by Joshua Pearce, is calling for in a new article that has recently... More

French students develop Hikari no Sumi: a 3D printed mix of a video game and a board game

Mar.17, 2015 - Hikari no Sumi was developed by three French multimedia engineering students – Nicolas Bertrand, Gaétan Guerrero and Matthieu Lefebvre – during a student exchange program in Japan. More

3D printed, open-source humanoid robot PLEN2 launches on Kickstarter

Mar.17, 2015 - Yet one Japanese company wants to re-imagine and re-humanize robotic technology by introducing the irresistibly cute (and surprisingly functional) PLEN2, a customizable 3D printed humanoid robot. More

Swiss scientists to test 3D printed nose implants on sheep

Mar.16, 2015 - Researchers from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, which is based in Zurich, has just announced that their 3D printed nose implant technology is already ready for testing. More

BioSpawn makes 3D printed fishing lures that fool fish into biting

Mar.16, 2015 - That’s exactly what BioSpawn seeks to do. Using 3D printing technology, they produce soft lures that resemble life forms and stimulate predators to strike. More

Aerojet Rocketdyne successfully tests 3D printed components for AR1 Engine to maintain 2019 delivery

Mar.16, 2015 - Aerojet Rocketdyne, a GenCorp company, has recently completed a successful series of hot-fire tests of key components for its AR1 booster engine at its Sacramento test facility. More

Fan 3D prints an amazing wireless Tesla desk lamp as a tribute to inventor Nikola Tesla

Mar.16, 2015 - As a tribute to his hero, David has developed a 3D printed lamp that functions on one of the core principles of Tesla’s inventions: wireless transmission of electricity. More

Create a 3D printed 18" tall Titanfall Atlas Mech action figure

Mar.16, 2015 - Among them, mechanical design engineer Daniel Lilygreen from Wales - a SolidWorks user who works in the steel industry - likes to combine his love for gaming with his 3D modeling skills to create some unbelievably... More

Wakati One: 3D printed solution to keep fruit and veg fresh for longer in developing countries

Mar.15, 2015 - WakatiOne is essentially a tent that –through a few 3D printed parts and a solar panel – can keep food fresh for a long time. If efficiently used, up to 200 kg of produce can be stored in it. More

3D printed ELF hexacopter drone with virtual reality options launches on Indiegogo

Mar.14, 2015 - ElecFreaks launched a crowdfunding campaign for their follow up model: the 3D printed ELF hexacopter drone, and it looks like its flying towards success at an alarming speed. More

Create aged metal objects by cold casting your 3D prints

Mar.14, 2015 - For those who are interested in creating their own toys using 3D printing but want to explore creating designs in materials other than the typical plastic, designer Paul Braddock has recently released a video tutorial... More

Inspiring 3D printed dolls of The Beatles to commemorate the famous Abbey Road ‘procession’

Mar.14, 2015 - Taipei-based design studio Bito has released an inspiring and retro set of 3D printed toy figurines based on The Beatles, called Bitoy (as a combination of the studio’s name and the word ‘toy’). More

Actress Grace Mandeville dons 3D printed Swarovski-studded prosthetic arm

Mar.13, 2015 - Open Bionics, a Bristol, UK-based startup that focuses on designing and developing low-cost 3D printed bionic hands has unveiled today a Swarovski-studded hand, their latest 3Dprinted prosthetic... More

Xuberance unveils two stunning 3D printed wedding dresses at TCT Shanghai

Mar.13, 2015 - Xuberance, a design studio based in Shanghai, has presented two 3D pritned wedding dresses at TCT Asia, held during March 12-14, at the Shanghai Convention & Exhibition Center of International Sourcing in China. More

Project Ryptide drone flies life-rings to save the lives of swimmers

Mar.13, 2015 - And now a brand-new 3D printing project is called Project Ryptide is seeking to combine 3D printing technology and drones to tackle a very dangerous problem: saving drowning people from heavy currents and riptides. More

Engineer builds 3D printed working 5 speed transmission for Toyota 22RE engine

Mar.13, 2015 - Going for a larger and more complex model, Eric Harrell has now 3D printed the four-wheel-drive gear box for his previous model: the 5 speed transmission Toyota 22RE. More

Watch Tony Stark delivers real 3D printed ‘Iron Man’ prosthetic arm to seven-year-old fan

Mar.13, 2015 - Yesterday in Atlanta, Robert Downey Jr—a.k.a, the world famous actor who just happens to play bionic engineer and all-around superhero Iron Man—posted a video to his Facebook page which shows... More

Haier unveils world's first 3D printed air conditioner, sold immediately on-site for $6400

Mar.13, 2015 - The Haier Group unveiled their latest product: a fully functional air conditioner that has been created with 3D printing technology. It’s the world's first 3D printed air conditioner, and as you can see, it also looks great. More

Artist 3D prints cosplay suit of Gabriel from the Last Man Standing graphic novel series

Mar.12, 2015 - While Iron Man seems to be the go-to cosplay suit for male 3D printing enthusiasts, Hugh has thus gone for a more obscure character: a genetically-modified super soldier from an apocalyptic future. More

Ventriloquist Jeff Dunham uses 3D scanning and printing to create custom “talking” hot rod

Mar.12, 2015 - Among those who have used 3D scanning and 3D printing technologies to create one-of-a-kind features for their hot rod is the talented entertainer Jeff Dunham. More

New Zealand-based Printable Scenery 3D prints gorgeous Maori Pa wargaming scenery

Mar.12, 2015 - What Printable Scenery produced for Roly Hermans was a 3D printed Maori fortified settlement, complete with palisades and defensive terraces. More

Artist & Composer Daren Banarsë creates a 3D printed melodica that sounds perfect

Mar.12, 2015 - In recent months we’ve seen a number of interesting 3D printed musical applications, but falling in the category of serious, beautiful instruments producing enchanting tunes is Daren Banarsë´s 3D printed melodica. More

Unique 3D printing tech allows visually impaired to 'see' priceless paintings

Mar.11, 2015 - By using 3D printing technology, these paintings have been covered with relief shapes that allow even the blind to experience the brush strokes and composition of Correggio and others, and ‘see’ the paintings in their own way. More

MHQ releases updated designs for 3D printable quadcopter frame

Mar.11, 2015 - But of all the designs we’ve seen in recent months, the 3D printable MHQ Quadcopter is still one of ones that sticks out most thanks to its no-nonsense design and modular potential. More

Rhode Island artist recreates the classic zoetrope animation device with his 3D printer

Mar.11, 2015 - That’s why its great to see that Providence, RI-based artist Kelly Egan has gone all the way back to the nineteenth century with his latest project: the Ponytrope, a 3D printed version of the classic zoetrope. More

Canadian engineer hacks his 3D printer to work with a NES remote

Mar.10, 2015 - However, avid Pronterface-user Canadian engineer Jeff Payeur has developed an interesting hack that makes Pronterface more intuitive to control and definitely a lot more fun to use: he has hacked his setup to be controlled... More

Non-profit sets up FabLabs in Syria conflict zones for 3D printing prosthetics

Mar.10, 2015 - With a mission centered around “employing disruptive technology to improve human rights fulfillment for both refugees and host communities in conflict zones,” Refugee Open Ware - or ROW - essentially establishes and operates... More

Formula One pit crews now using custom-made 3D printed noise Reducing earplugs

Mar.10, 2015 - The Cardiff-based company Minerva Hearing revealed today that they are using 3D printing to produce customized earplugs for a number of Formula One pit crews and engineers. More

Robosavvy debuts 3D printed Segway-riding robot in Barcelona

Mar.10, 2015 - But perhaps one of the biggest hits was the 3D printed Humanoid Robot developed by Robosavvy. Not only can this cool robot drive a Segway, it can even be operated through Oculus Rift to make it a perfect telepresence robot. More

Ultra-realistic 3D printed organs let Japanese doctors practice real surgery now

Mar.10, 2015 - The 3D printed ultra-realistic lung -- wet, soft, and complete with tumours and blood vessels, will allow surgeons to hone their skills without hurting anyone. More

3D printed mouthpiece Hydra-Guard helps athletes stay hydrated during games

Mar.9, 2015 - The Hydra-Guard has been developed by Louisiana-based inventor Joseph Tucker, and it is reportedly the world’s first refillable and hydrating mouth guard. More

CeramicSpeed debuts $1000 3D printed hollow titanium pulley wheels for high quality cycling

Mar.9, 2015 - CeramicSpeed's 3D printed titanium derailleur pulleys have been specifically designed to meet the most extreme applications in professional cycling. More

Boeing files patent for 3D printing of aircraft parts, printed 20,000 parts for its planes

Mar.9, 2015 - Aircraft manufacturers Boeing are the next in line to file a patent concerning 3D printing, but they are at least taking a different route. In a patent application published this week by the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), More

Test your 3D printer’s limits with this hard-to-print test object

Mar.8, 2015 - While we really should tackle a complex and educational project every now and then, there’s an easier option: a hard-to-print test file. While a few can be found on the web, this one by Thingiverse user ctrlV is quite good. More

Create a 3D printed robot that dances like Michael Jackson with new robot kit

Mar.8, 2015 - Thanks to 3D printing, you are now about to watch a robot dance like the Thriller himself: Michael Jackson. How is that for getting your weekend started on the right foot? More

Create your own 3D printed icicle projects using the Icicle Atlas

Mar.8, 2015 - The Icicle Atlas is a collection of images, time-lapse movies and time-series data on 237 distinct laboratory-grown icicles made at the University of Toronto’s Department of Physics over a four-year period between 2008 and 2012. More

Create your own 3D printed robot with the Pi Tank Open Source Robot

Mar.7, 2015 - Among other open source robot designers is Madis Kaasik, who, along with his development team, developed the Pi Tank open source robot using a Raspberry Pi and 3D printing. More

3D printing meets American football with the VS:0.02 [gridiron]

Mar.6, 2015 - For their most recent project, the artistic duo //benitez_vogl team decided to focus on interpreting game data of an American football game and visually telling a story using a sculptural form. More

NUVU students use Rhino and 3D printing to create exoskeleton cycling shoe for Triathlons

Mar.6, 2015 - Along with a group of classmates at the NUVU school in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Connelly developed an exoskeleton cycling shoe that was created specifically for beginner triathletes... More

Intricate, multi-color & multi-material Italian fashion pieces created with 3D printer in hours

Mar.6, 2015 - That is exactly what Gruppo Meccaniche Luciani set out to do when they created a six-piece fashion collection that could only have been built with Stratasys’ triple-jetting Object500 Connex3 Color Multi-material 3D production system. More

Rotor DR1: a web series/film about a post-apocalyptic future filled with 3D printed drones

Mar.6, 2015 - Not only is Rotor DR1 one of the first series ever to rely on 3D printing technology, it’s also the developed through a unique production process known as ‘community collaborated entertainment’. More

Stratasys aids in developing FAA-approved 3d printed aerospace air duct

Mar.6, 2015 - A great and recent example of how additive manufacturing has aided in the airplane design and fabrication process is in the development of a custom airplane that was designed to be a “flying hospital”. More

Emerging Objects to unveil 9-foot-tall, the largest 3D printed cement pavilion

Mar.5, 2015 - Bloom will be ‘the first and largest 3D-printed cement structure demonstrating the architectural potential of 3D printing.’ A you can see, it’s essentially a concrete 3D printed pavilion consisting of beautiful individual blocks. More

3D printing to be used to construct Dubai’s Museum of the Future

Mar.5, 2015 - The ‘Museum of the Future’, which is slated to cost an estimated $500 million is being billed as a tribute to mankind and in addition to housing futuristic inventions and concepts, will be built using 3D printing technology. More

Family creates winter-themed ice bar and ice beverage coasters using 3d printing

Mar.5, 2015 - Aiming to provide a winter distraction in their Minneapolis, Minnesota backyard, Ann Bednarz and her family constructed an ice bar to entertain friends and neighbors who were willing to brave the sub-zero temperatures... More

3D print an entire PCB test version to ensure it always fits

Mar.5, 2015 - Working with Printed Circuit Boards (or PCBs) and ensuring they always work can be a bit of a challenge. When completely stuffed with components little parts can quickly cause problems when being fitted with an enclosure. More

MIT project introduces modular machines for the rapid prototyping of rapid prototyping machines

Mar.5, 2015 - The Modular Machines that Make project ([m]MTM) has released a low-cost and entirely modular hardware, modular electronic and modular software framework that will make machine prototyping streamlined, cheap, and easy. More

Ford uses 3D printing to help develop revolutionary new smart bikes

Mar.5, 2015 - Among other new ways that we’ll soon be able to get from A to B will be on two new smart bicycle concepts that were unveiled by Ford Motor Company at the Mobile World Congress in Barcelona on Monday, March 2nd. More

Razer announces OSVR Hacker Dev Kit with 3D printable virtual reality headset

Mar.5, 2015 - Two months ago, gaming brand Razer introduced their OSVR initiative that aimed to put virtual reality technology into the hands of developer and customers through an open source platform. More

GriTT 3D affordable, custom made 3D printed mouthguards launches on Indiegogo

Mar.5, 2015 - And that’s where GRiTT 3D comes in: a Montana-based company that produces custom made mouthguards that can be customized to fit your age, your teeth and even the sport you’re playing. More

Hobbes the three-legged dog to get 3D printed prosthetic leg from California students

Mar.4, 2015 - And now it looks like Hobbes, a six-year old terrier mix from Sacremento, is about to benefit. While Hobbes only has three legs, he can play around and explore like many other dogs. More

FREEZE! is a CGI adventure film made up of 100 3D printed frames

Mar.4, 2015 - This is a recent film created by Job, Joris, and Marieke of WENT&NAVARRO studio in Utrecht, the Netherlands. "We made this short loop as part of a 3D printed installation." explained the designers. More

Avengers Assemble! Fan 3D prints complete Iron Man suit

Mar.4, 2015 - 20-year-old Ross Wilkes, from Birmingham, England, has 3D printed his very own Iron Man suit. Be prepared, ComicCon. During the day, Ross works in flower wholesaling, but in his free time he has been working on something special. More

Bentley EXP 10 Speed 6 conceptual coupe takes advantage of 3D metal printing

Mar.4, 2015 - Bentley Motors is showing the future direction of luxury and performance with the debut of the EXP 10 Speed 6 at the 2015 Geneva International Motor Show. More

Defense Distributed offers to pay $15K for a Mark One carbon fiber 3D printer

Mar.4, 2015 - In an e-mail sent yesterday, the company’s founder Cody Wilson revealed to his supporters that he initially preordered one of these carbon fiber 3D printers, but that MarkForged refuses to do business with him. More

Design firm opens service for 3D printed chocolate molds and chocolate art

Mar.4, 2015 - Lehrmitt Design Studios' approach (called Surface Skins) can be used to produce absolutely gorgeous pieces of chocolate art and they assure users that they can etch anything into chocolate. More

MONAD Studio mixes 3D printing and sci-fi to create 2-string violin and futuristic sonic experiences

Mar.3, 2015 - Monad Studio’s two-string Piezoelectric Violin (one of five instruments designed by the pair along with musician Scott F. Hall) features a musician playing the form like a traditional violin. More

Fun and modular 3D printed toy Spring Things

Mar.3, 2015 - Just check out the modular Spring Things that 3D artist David Hagemann just revealed. As you can see, these are multi-part squid-like figures with many movable and flexible parts. More

Kerbal Space Program now offering gamers 3D printed models of their spacecraft

Mar.2, 2015 - More recently, those who invest their time building spaceships and rockets using NASA-approved real-world physics in the game Kerbal Space Program will be able to 3D print their customized designs using the EUCL3D 3D printing service.. More

Maker creates g-code for playing the Jurassic Park theme song on a 3D printer

Mar.2, 2015 - Andrew Sink, a Maker based out of Richmond, Virginia on the eastern side of the United States, has recently ‘hacked’ his 3D printer to be able to play the ‘Jurassic Park’ theme song. More

Aprecia invests $25M in new production hub for 3D printed dosage manufacturing

Mar.2, 2015 - A Pennsylvania-based pharmaceutical company plans to open a manufacturing facility in Blue Ash, Ohio that will use its powder–liquid 3D printing technology. The new production hub expects to bring 150 new jobs to Blue Ash. More

Go back to the nineties with this cool 3D printable GameBoy

Mar.2, 2015 - Designer and gamer Mike Barretta has come up with the Handheld RaspBMO, an emulator console that runs on a Raspberry Pi Model A+ and a Teensy 2.0 that perfectly fits in a 3D printed case resembling classic brick-like GameBoy. More

South Korean father and son replicate Van Gogh’s Bedroom in Arles using 3D printing

Mar.2, 2015 - But a remarkably artistic father and son duo from South Korea are proving to everyone that 3D printed art is by no means restricted to obscure attics and workshops. More

3D print your own glasses with this handy Blender algorithm

Mar.2, 2015 - This very useful and easy project will enable you to 3D print a new frame in which you simply have to insert a pair of prescription lenses. As a pair of designer glasses can quickly cost hundreds of dollars, it's a fun... More

JIMMY CHOO Award winner pushes the limits of shoemaking with 3D printing

Mar.2, 2015 - Traditional footwear manufacturing is a centuries-old practice that has relied on the same tried-and-true techniques for decades, however, fashion graduate and shoe designer Zoe Jia-Yu Dai is determined to shake things up... More

Engineer creates a 3D metal printer prototype for $2 using electroplating technology

Mar.1, 2015 - Metal 3D printing is highly coveted by designers and makers in many industries, from aerospace engineering to medical instrument manufacturing, however the incredibly high price of these machines... More

3D printing a blue Star Trek table lamp

Mar.1, 2015 - So when Michael Bowers was watching Star Trek: The Next Generation he came up with an idea: creating a table lamp and bringing the blue light of the Enterprise D into his living room. More

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