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Selective Laser Sintering Coming to Kickstarter

August 15, 2014 · Norge Systems is working to manufacture a pair of selective laser sintering systems with a price tag low enough to interest small businesses.

Kickstart My Heart

August 14, 2014 ·

3D Printing Helps Improve Cancer Treatment

August 13, 2014 · A research team is investigating the use of 3D printing as part of modulated electron radiation therapy.

Hot Chemistry in Cool 3D-Printed Plastics

August 12, 2014 · The plastic reactors can be used to perform hydrothermal chemical syntheses.

Printednest is for the Birds

August 11, 2014 · Printednest is an open source project that aims to increase the number of birds winging their way around cities by building them a place to live.

Photoshop CC Expands 3D Printing Options

August 7, 2014 · Photoshop CC is expanding its 3D printing toolset, as well as increasing the number of service bureaus and manufacturers supported by the software.

Print and Scan with Blacksmith Genesis

August 5, 2014 · Rather than rely on gimmicks to draw attention, the Blacksmith Genesis 3D printer also includes a 3D scanner.

3D Printing Space

August 5, 2014 · NASA has put a new collection of 3D models online, copyright free, and intends to grow the collection through contributions.

MIT Students Develop In-situ Scanning for 3D Printers

August 1, 2014 · MIT students have developed a system capable of scanning an object being 3D printed in-situ to monitor for errors.

Bicycling Enters the Digital Age with Solid

July 31, 2014 · A new bike design, simply named Solid, looks to bring cycling into the digital age through 3D printing and wireless technology.

New Research Paves the Way for Gradient Metal Additive Manufacturing

July 30, 2014 · A research team has developed a method of building gradient metal objects.

Amazon Launches 3D Printing Services

July 30, 2014 · Amazon has moved deeper into the 3D printing waters with the launch of its 3D Printed Products store.

Lockheed Martin Pushes Forward on Additive Manufacturing for Satellite Construction

July 28, 2014 · Lockheed Martin recently redesigned the A2100 satellite and part of the new design includes 3D printed parts.

3D Printing for Repairing Aerospace Parts

July 25, 2014 · America Makes has launched a $4 million project to develop additive manufacturing processes for repairing aerospace parts.

3D Printing Speeds Development of Comfortable Crutches

July 24, 2014 · Georgia Tech University students have launched Better Walk, which uses 3D printing to personalize crutches for comfort.

Hasbro Inks Deal with Shapeways

July 24, 2014 · Hasbro is ready to move its business into 3D printing territory as part of a new deal signed with Shapeways.

Made in Singapore: the 3dee Onyx

July 22, 2014 · 3dee Creations, a new company out of Singapore, has joined the AM marketplace with a professional quality desktop 3D printer.

GE Aviation to Build High Volume Additive Manufacturing Factory

July 21, 2014 · GE Aviation has announced it will be building a $50 million high volume additive manufacturing factory in Auburn, AL.

3D Printing BMW’s Newest Concept Vehicle

July 18, 2014 · Erik Melldahl’s Master’s thesis attracted the attention of BMW, and the result is a concept vehicle with a biodegradable body designed for use in Africa.


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