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20/08/2024

👂 In a remarkable leap forward for paediatric audiology, clinicians harness the power of 3D printing to create 1,200 custom earmolds tailored specifically for young patients. This approach not only enhances comfort but also ensures a precise fit, significantly improving hearing aid effectiveness.

🔹 Custom Comfort: Tailored fit for optimal performance and comfort.
🔹 Enhanced Hearing: Improved effectiveness of hearing aids for better communication.
🔹 Innovative Healthcare: Showcasing how technology can revolutionise patient care.

The University of Texas at Dallas

The Callier Center for Communication Disorders clinicians 3D print 1,200 custom earmolds for pediatric hearing aids.

20/08/2024

20/08/2024

Rev Up Your Engines: Lamborghini's Temerario Shifts Gears with Additive Manufacturing

Lamborghini is once again pushing the boundaries of automotive engineering with the new Lamborghini Temerario. This super sports car, equipped with a revolutionary 920 CV twin-turbo V8 hybrid powertrain, is not just a leap forward in performance but also a showcase of cutting-edge technology, including the use of 3D printing in the engine’s development.

Get an exclusive look at the Lamborghini Temerario. Explore its revolutionary hybrid powertrain and the use of 3D printing in its production.

16/08/2024

Over the past few weeks, we have been testing the latest MIRACO scanner from Revopoint.

The device is not just portable and versatile, it includes a range of features that cater to both novice users and seasoned professionals.

Let’s take a further look at what the scanner has to offer in our detailed review ⬇ 🔍

Revopoint MIRACO review: A game-changing portable device with high-quality scanning and on-the-go processing capabilities.

16/08/2024

📱 Ringing in a new era of phone repair with 3D printing.

Red Wolf Technology and Motorola Solutions partnership highlights how 3D printing could be on the verge of another breakthrough in adoption, thanks to Bambu Lab.

Key Highlights:
🔧 Enhanced Repair Efficiency: 3D printing streamlines the repair process, making it faster and more efficient.
💶 Cost-Effective Solutions: Reduces the need for expensive replacement parts by producing them on-demand.
🌱 Sustainability: Supports a more sustainable approach by minimising waste and promoting reuse.

Discover the groundbreaking partnership between Red Wolf Technology and Motorola Mobility. Explore how Bambu Lab 3D printers are revolutionizing phone repair.

16/08/2024

Supernova Defense & Space is redefining the future of defense and space with its new business unit dedicated to 3D printing military-grade energetic materials.

Roger Antunez, Founder and CEO at Supernova shares “Pioneering 3D printing of energetic materials, we’re not just advancing technology—we’re providing the tools for engineers to innovate and reshape the future of defense and space industries.”

This initiative leverages their proprietary Viscous Lithography Manufacturing (VLM) technology to overcome the limitations of traditional methods and enhance the capabilities of Solid Rocket Motors (SRMs) and explosives.

Discover how Supernova Defense & Space is revolutionizing the defense and space industries with 3D printing of military-grade energetic materials.

15/08/2024

Formlabs’ Premium Teeth Resin receives FDA 510(k) clearance ’ Premium Teeth Resin receives FDA 510(k) clearance.

Dental professionals in the US can now use the material to 3D print temporary single units and up to seven-unit temporary bridges.

🔬 Key Highlights:
Regulatory Approval: FDA 510(k) clearance confirms the safety and effectiveness of this innovative resin for dental use.

Enhanced Precision: Designed to deliver high-quality, accurate dental models with exceptional detail.

Streamlined Workflow: Facilitates faster, more efficient production of dental prosthetics and aligners.

Formlabs’ Premium Teeth Resin receives FDA 510(k) clearance, allowing dental professionals in the US to 3D print temporary bridges.

15/08/2024

🏎️ Additive Manufacturing Takes the Fast Lane 🏎️

As F1 gears up for the 2026 season, additive manufacturing is set to redefine the racing landscape. The latest technical regulations are embracing this game-changing technology, opening doors to unprecedented design possibilities and performance enhancements.

🔧 Key Insights:
Innovative Components: Explore how 3D printing is pushing the boundaries of speed and efficiency with next-gen race car parts.

Design Flexibility: From custom lightweight materials to complex geometries, additive manufacturing offers F1 teams a competitive edge.

Sustainable Racing: Learn about the integration of eco-friendly practices and materials in the high-speed world of motorsports.

See how AM is driving the sport towards new horizons ⬇

Explore the updated 2026 Formula 1 Technical Regulations and their impact on additive manufacturing and motorsport innovation.

14/08/2024

3D printing inside the human body.

University of California, Davis researchers have won the David Dornfeld Manufacturing Vision Award at the SME 2024 with their proposal for a pathway to 3D printing inside the human body. The project earned top prize over five other finalists, selected out of more than 50 submissions.

💡 Key Highlights:
𝐨 In-Situ Printing: Developing technology to print functional tissues and structures within the body, potentially transforming treatment methods.
𝐨 Advanced Bioprinting: Utilising cutting-edge techniques to create complex, patient-specific solutions in real-time.
𝐨 Future Impact: Aiming to enhance precision in medical treatments and accelerate recovery times.

UC Davis researchers to 3D print inside the human body using Direct Sound Printing (DSP) to create implants and scaffolds non-invasively.

13/08/2024

3D Printing with Microalgae Bioinks.

According to Heidelberg University, microalgae such as the diatom Odontella aurita and the green alga Tetraselmis striata are especially suitable as ‘biofactories’ for the production of sustainable materials for 3D laser printing due to their high lipids and photoactive pigments content.

What does this mean?
🔹 Innovative Materials: The use of microalgae bioinks promises eco-friendly solutions and enhanced biocompatibility in printed tissues.
🔹 Sustainable Impact: This method supports greener manufacturing processes, reducing reliance on conventional materials.
🔹 Future Applications: Opens doors for advanced research in regenerative medicine and sustainable bioprinting practices.

Heidelberg University researchers 3D print using bioinks from microalgae thanks to their high lipids and photoactive pigments content.

13/08/2024

Researchers are showcasing replacing conventional steel floors with 3D printed components, offering enhanced sustainability and efficiency.

This pioneering approach not only reduces material usage but also minimises environmental impact while streamlining the construction process. The SM2ART Nfloor cassette panel, developed by Oak Ridge National Laboratory and the University of Maine, was created using LFAM and PLA.

ORNL and the University of Maine researchers replace steel floors with 3D printing. The SM2ART Nfloor was created using LFAM and PLA.

13/08/2024

Surgeons treat cardiovascular abnormality with 3D printing.

How Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and NYU Abu Dhabi leveraged the technology to plan a complex surgical intervention:

🫀Enhanced Precision: Surgeons use 3D-printed models to plan and execute complex procedures with unprecedented accuracy.

🏥 Personalised Treatment: Tailored models are created from patient-specific data, improving surgical success rates.

🌟 Improved Outcomes: This innovative approach is leading to better patient outcomes and faster recovery times.

Surgeons from Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi and NYU Abu Dhabi treat cardiovascular abnormality with 3D printing.

09/08/2024

🏆 BMW M Visionary Materials Seat Wins Altair Enlighten Award.

The seat integrates algae-based polymers and utilises Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)’s liquid-in-liquid 3D printing technology, driving advanced sustainability in automotive design.

This approach results in a CO2 footprint that is 90% lower than current models, underscoring BMW’s dedication to pioneering sustainability in the automotive industry.

Explore the BMW M Visionary Materials Seat, a groundbreaking 3D printed creation honored with the Enlighten Award for its sustainable approach and visionary design for the future.

09/08/2024

Harvard University researchers introduce new co-SWIFT bioprinting method.

🌟 🗝 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬:

𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐚𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐫: The technique uses a unique core-shell nozzle to create vessels with varying sizes and structures.

𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐞𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: The printed vessels were successfully integrated into cardiac tissue, showing functional responses to drugs and even synchronous beating.

𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐏𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥: The team demonstrated the ability to print patient-specific vascular models, paving the way for personalised medical solutions.

A team of scientists have created a new method to 3D print vascular networks that consist of interconnected blood vessels, possessing a distinct “shell” of smooth muscle cells and endothelial cells surrounding a hollow “core” through which fluid can flow, embedded inside a human cardiac tissue.

Jennifer Lewis // "W𝘦 𝘸𝘦𝘳𝘦 𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘶𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘧𝘶𝘭𝘭𝘺 3𝘋 𝘱𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘵 𝘢 𝘮𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘭 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘷𝘢𝘴𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘦𝘧𝘵 𝘤𝘰𝘳𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘳𝘺 𝘢𝘳𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘺 𝘣𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘰𝘯 𝘥𝘢𝘵𝘢 𝘧𝘳𝘰𝘮 𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵, 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘱𝘰𝘵𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘪𝘢𝘭 𝘶𝘵𝘪𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺 𝘰𝘧 𝘤𝘰-𝘚𝘞𝘐𝘍𝘛 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘱𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘦𝘯𝘵-𝘴𝘱𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘧𝘪𝘤, 𝘷𝘢𝘴𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘢𝘳𝘪𝘴𝘦𝘥 𝘩𝘶𝘮𝘢𝘯 𝘰𝘳𝘨𝘢𝘯𝘴."

Harvard Wyss researchers 3D print blood vessels that mimics a naturally occurring vascular network via new co-SWIFT bioprinting method

08/08/2024

Making waves in marine conservation.

🐠🏝️ Omantel has teamed up with Innotech to 3D print artificial reefs using concrete!

By creating customised reef structures with complex features like crevices and caves, this initiative not only boosts fish populations but also promotes sustainable fishing practices and strengthens local economies. The new reefs are set to increase fishery yields and contribute to Oman Vision 2040's environmental goals.

Omantel and Innotech to 3D print artificial reefs in Oman in an attempt to boost fishery yield by creating shelter and feeding grounds.

08/08/2024

South Warwickshire University NHS Foundation Trust completes first 3D printed wrist implant.

This patient-specific implant, tailored precisely to the individual’s anatomy, promises enhanced functionality, faster recovery, and reduced pain.

Warwickshire NHS Trust completes first 3D printed wrist implant for a post-traumatic wrist deformity correction procedure.

07/08/2024

Bambu Lab 3D announces the launch of the CMF by Nothing Phone 1 Design Contest on Makerworld! 🏆✨

This is your chance to showcase your creativity and design prowess for the chance to influence the next generation of phone aesthetics.

Ready to make your mark? Whether you're a designer, maker, or just passionate about cutting-edge tech, this is the perfect platform to bring your vision to life.
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Bambu Lab launches CMF by Nothing Phone 1 design contest on MakerWorld - with participants standing a chance to win a phone and a 3D printer.

07/08/2024

Airtech Advanced Materials Group is leading the charge in eco-friendly aerospace production with their cutting-edge Dahltram composite tooling resins.

These innovative materials are not only recyclable but also set a new standard for efficiency in aerospace-grade tooling. As Gregory Haye explains: “OEMs are under increased pressure to always reduce lead time and cost. Fortunately, these are common benefits of implementing LFAM processes in tooling and components.”

Airtech paves way for more sustainable and efficient aerospace manufacturing with its range of Dahltram composite tooling resins.

07/08/2024

3D printed gloves offer Paralympian racer comfort and customisation.

CRP USA and Tatyana McFadden have revolutionised wheelchair racing with the customisation of 3D printed gloves, offering unparalleled comfort, durability, and performance.

Paralympian medallist Tatyana McFadden teams up with CRP USA to 3D print custom gloves for wheelchair racing.

06/08/2024

Th new Raptor 3 engine from SpaceX is a marvel of engineering and a clear indication of what is possible with additive manufacturing.

The engine, a cornerstone of SpaceX's ambitious plans, benefits from AM’s ability to create complex, high-performance components with unprecedented precision. It has visibly consolidated multiple parts into more complex 3D printed components.

Elon Musk confirms new Raptor 3 optimization was made possible by AM, as new SpaceX engine shows multiple parts consolidated into single ones

05/08/2024

3D printing adhesive materials that are strong enough to mechanically support tissue.

A research team from University of Colorado Boulder and University of Pennsylvania have pioneered a process for 3D printing hydrogel materials that are at once elastic, adhesive and resilient, which could be used to print internal bandages to repair damaged heart tissue, cartilage patches or needle-free suture.

By creating more resilient materials to improve the repair process, we could significantly benefit patients.

CU Boulder researchers have developed 3D printed hydrogels that are at once elastic and adhesive and could be used to repair heart tissue.

05/08/2024

Leadership changes at Ursa Major.

Industry veteran Daniel Jablonsky has been appointed Chief Executive Officer to drive Ursa Major’s next phase of growth and innovation in propulsion technology.

He shares his excitement: “I am honored by Joe Laurienti and the Board’s trust and endorsement, and look forward to working with the team to enhance America’s national security and expand the United States’ critical space and defense infrastructure capabilities.”

Ursa Major appoints Dan Jablonsky as CEO, succeeding Ursa Major founder Joe Laurienti, who has led the company for the past nine years

05/08/2024

Aurora Labs and Innovaero are teaming up! 🚀

The collaboration aims to leverage Innovaero’s expertise in aerospace systems development and Aurora Labs’ advanced 3D printing capabilities to innovate and enhance the manufacturing of metal UAS components and to supply Innovaero with Aurora Labs micro gas turbines for testing on Innovaero’s current UAS platforms.

Aurora Labs to 3D print UAS components for Innovaero - enhancing the production of metal UAS components and supplying micro gas turbines.

02/08/2024

Concurrent Technologies Corporation - CTC has been awarded a $4.4 million contract by the Air Force Research Laboratory to advance additive manufacturing technologies.

Ed Sheehan, Jr., President and CEO of CTC shares how “the technical work we are performing for this project includes elements of CTC’s full-service portfolio of AM capabilities including design, testing, post-processing, machining, and qualification.”

What to Expect:
🔹Enhanced Technologies: Continued progress in AM capabilities.
🔹Defense Applications: Innovations tailored for aerospace and military use.
🔹Future Opportunities: New prospects for industry growth and collaboration.

CTC awarded $4.4 million AFRL contract to develop AM machine for US Department of Defense advanced weapons systems.

02/08/2024

Exciting advancements are emerging from the National University of Singapore with their latest innovation in 3D printed circuit fabrication.

The CHARM3D technique promises efficient printing of free-standing 3D structures with high electrical conductivity, self-healing, and recyclability, benefiting electronics in healthcare, communications, and security

NUS researchers innovate 3D printed circuit fabrication. The CHARM3D technique produces electrically conductivity free-standing structures.

01/08/2024

Bioengineers are trying to create lung tissue in the lab for better research models and potential implants, using a novel mucus-based bioink to 3D print the structures that mimic human tissue.

This breakthrough could pave the way for better studies and treatments for chronic lung conditions like COPD and cystic fibrosis.

Key points:
🧬 Bioink Innovation: Mucin-based with added hyaluronic acid for improved cell growth.
🔬 Research Impact: Potential to create more accurate lung disease models and implantable tissues.
💡 Future Potential: Could revolutionise how we study and treat lung diseases.

American Chemical Society

Researchers 3D print lung tissue with mucus-based bioink. The advance could one day help study and treat chronic lung conditions.

01/08/2024

𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐬𝐭𝐮𝐝𝐲 𝐨𝐧 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐲𝐥𝐞, 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐮𝐱𝐮𝐫𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐬.

📈 With the market for consumer products already valued at $2.6 billion in 2023, it's set to explode to over $28 billion annually by 2033!

This comprehensive study delves into key segments:
😎 Lifestyle Products: Eyewear, Footwear, Sports Equipment, and Consumer Electronics.
👗 Design Products: Furniture and High Fashion.
⌚ Luxury Products: Jewellery and Watchmaking.

Key insights include:
⏺ 24.7% Growth: Year-over-year increase in AM product value.
⏺ Investment Opportunities: Nearly $1.8 billion invested in AM parts in 2023.
⏺ Material Dominance: Polymers lead the market, outperforming metals.

Discover how 3D printed consumer products are driving innovation and sustainability in the AM industry. For a deep dive into the market's growth and potential, access the full report here ⬇

Uncover the market growth potential of AM for Consumer Products, set to reach over $28 billion annually by 2033. Find out how 3D printed consumer products are revolutionizing industries.

31/07/2024

✨ 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨 𝐍𝐢𝐤𝐞, 𝐀𝐈, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐭𝐡𝐥𝐞𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧?

Nike is making waves in sportswear innovation with their latest footwear collection, unveiled at the Nike Air Innovation Summit in Paris. This cutting-edge project, part of Nike’s A.I.R. (Athlete Imagined Revolution) initiative, features 13 bespoke 3D printed shoes co-designed with world-class athletes such as Serena Williams, Sha’Carri Richardson, and Kylian Mbappé.

Highlights:
👟 AI-Driven Design: Nike’s design teams collaborated with elite athletes and used AI to generate and refine groundbreaking footwear designs.

👟Innovative Tech: The process involved hand sketching, 3D modeling, computational design, and extensive use of 3D printing.

👟Future-Ready: The new designs aim to blend aesthetic beauty with unparalleled performance, pushing the boundaries of what sportswear can achieve.

Sportswear giant Nike collaborated with athletes and leveraged AI to design boundary pushing footwear that highlights performance and style.

31/07/2024

🚂🔧 Hitachi Rail Leverages 3D Printing for Spare Parts Production!

Taking a significant step forward in additive manufacturing Hitachi Rail incorporate the Roboze ARGO 500 system into its production processes.

This move, which includes using high-performance materials like ULTEM 9085 and Carbon PEEK, aims to revolutionise the way spare railway parts are produced. As Luca D'Aquila, COO of Hitachi Rail shares the partnership will enable them to harness 3D printing "to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs for producing prototypes and railway spare parts.”

Hitachi Rail to 3D print spare railway parts using the ROBOZE ARGO 500 system and ULTEM 9085 and Carbon PEEK materials.

31/07/2024

🔬💖 Revolutionising Cardiovascular Care with 3D Printed Blood Vessels!

Researchers from the The University of Edinburgh develop 3D printed blood vessels to improve heart bypass outcomes. This innovative approach aims to replace human and synthetic veins currently used in surgery, offering a new avenue for treating cardiovascular diseases.

“Our hybrid technique opens up new and exciting possibilities for the fabrication of tubular constructs in tissue engineering,” shares Dr. Faraz Fazal, the lead author from the School of Engineering at the University of Edinburgh.

University of Edinburgh researchers 3D print blood vessels to improve heart bypass outcomes by replacing human and synthetic veins.