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The United States Navy is facing a significant challenge. By 2028, it aims to deliver one Columbia-class ballistic missile submarine and two Virginia-class attack submarines annually, all while maintaining its existing fleet. To tackle this ambitious objective, the newly established Maritime Industrial Base (MIB) was formed in 2024 to revitalize shipbuilding and repair within the […]

Scientists at McGill University in Quebec have created a revolutionary 3D printer designed to aid in the reconstruction of injured vocal cords. This innovation, known as a minimally invasive in-situ bioprinter (MIISB), could mitigate scarring following throat surgery and enhance vocal recovery outcomes. The MIISB is equipped with a flexible 2.7-millimeter endoscopic printhead that fits […]

Boston Micro Fabrication (BMF), a leader in micro-precision 3D printing, has announced the granting of a significant U.S. patent for its innovative dual-resolution micro-scale 3D printing technology. The U.S. Patent No. 12,420,486 B2, titled "Multi-Scale System for Projection Micro Stereolithography," is pivotal to the company’s microArch D1025 printer. This patented technology allows for faster, high-resolution […]

One of the significant challenges in additive manufacturing is ensuring process reliability, particularly in metal 3D printing. Professionals often hesitate to adopt this technology due to concerns about whether 3D-printed parts will meet specifications and withstand the test of time. Researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL), specifically within the Non-Destructive Evaluation (NDE) group, are […]

The Chinese 3D printing manufacturer HeyGears has unveiled its latest offerings in the Reflex 2 Series of resin 3D printers, aimed at enhancing production capabilities beyond mere prototyping. This new series features two models: the Reflex 2 and the Reflex 2 Pro. Both are designed to cater to professional users looking for reliable tools to […]

What if you could create a car in your own garage that performed as well as high-end remote-controlled models? This ambitious idea has come to life with a remarkable project featuring a fully 3D-printed RC car that can reach speeds of up to 40 mph. By replacing traditional metal components with custom-designed, printed parts, including […]

Amazon is currently offering a significant discount on the Elegoo Saturn 4 Ultra 16K Resin 3D Printer. Originally priced at $649.99, it can now be purchased for $493.98, marking a 24% reduction. This high-speed printer is designed for both professionals and hobbyists, boasting impressive features like a 16K resolution, a smart heating system, and rapid […]

The U.S. Army is exploring the expansion of 3D printing technologies to produce replacement parts as it faces difficulties in accessing technical data owned by contractors. Lt. Gen. Christopher Mohan, acting commander of Army Materiel Command, highlighted the challenges posed by reliance on contractor intellectual property, which has hindered repair and maintenance processes for critical […]

LiDAR, short for Light Detection and Ranging, is an advanced remote sensing technology capable of creating precise 3D models of environments and objects. Its ability to gather three-dimensional data with great accuracy makes it a powerful tool in various fields, including archaeology, construction, engineering, and even autonomous vehicle development. Originating in the 1960s for extensive […]

3D printers are revolutionary tools in the realm of miniature wargaming, enabling indie sculptors to disseminate their unique designs to a global audience and empowering gamers to fabricate entire armies directly at home. However, a common belief that 3D printing is an inexpensive alternative to purchasing model kits oversimplifies the reality. Underestimating the costs and […]