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Aerospace is a field where additive manufacturing is proving transformative, particularly in telecommunications. NASA has recently made strides in this area by developing more accessible antennas through 3D printing technology. Antennas play a critical role in enabling communication during space missions, facilitating data transmission between satellites, probes, and Earth. Engineers from NASA’s Near Space Network, […]

In 2021, NASCAR introduced its Next Gen platform, which implemented several rule changes aimed at reducing costs and enhancing competition. The new design features fully symmetrical vehicles and composite body panels, aligning them more closely with the street versions of popular models like the Chevrolet Camaro, Ford Mustang, and Toyota TRD Camry. One major innovation […]

In this edition of Top 5, we highlight notable applications of 3D printing. Our focus begins with an exclusive interview with Olaf Diegel, a professor of additive manufacturing at Auckland University and the founder of ODD Guitars, a company specializing in 3D-printed guitar designs. Diegel has impressively crafted over a hundred unique instruments using additive […]

3D printing is increasingly becoming a game-changer in the fashion industry, particularly in the realm of footwear. Renowned brands such as adidas, ASICS, and Reebok have already ventured into this innovative territory, setting a trend that iconic luxury house Gucci has eagerly embraced. Gucci has unveiled its first 3D-printed shoe, the Gucci Cub3d, designed to […]

County Louth Families to Live in Innovative 3D Printed Homes Three families in Dundalk, County Louth, have recently moved into new homes constructed using advanced 3D printing technology as part of the Grange Close Project. This innovative approach utilized a 3D printer attached to a scaffold to create concrete structures based on digital designs. The […]

Soldiers at Fort Bliss, Texas, will soon reside in newly constructed 3D-printed barracks, a forward-thinking approach to military housing. These barracks, created using a five-ton 3D printer and a specialized concrete material called "lavacrete," are the largest of their kind in the U.S. Each building covers approximately 5,000 square feet and is capable of accommodating […]

A new study from researchers at the Harvard John A. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS), Princeton University, Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, and Brookhaven National Laboratory has significantly advanced 3D printing of liquid crystal elastomers (LCEs), a class of synthetic soft materials that can change shape in response to heat. This breakthrough offers […]

After spending several years vending at Capital City Mall in Camp Hill, David Everhart, the owner and CEO of Katsu’s Dojo 3D, has opened a new storefront in Mechanicsburg. Located at 123 E. Main St., the grand opening was celebrated with a ribbon-cutting ceremony, showcasing a range of products like 3D printed mini-creatures and intricate […]

American contract manufacturers specializing in 3D printing, like Endeavor 3D, are gearing up to meet the increasing demand for domestic production. As sentiments shift towards reshoring manufacturing back to the U.S., 3D printing is positioned to play a significant role in this transition. Phil DeSimone, CEO of Carbon, a prominent 3D printer manufacturer, notes the […]

In this week’s Top 5 series, we spotlight innovative developments in the realm of 3D printing, beginning with an insightful interview featuring artha, a French startup dedicated to enhancing the lives of those who are blind or visually impaired. Co-founder Louis de Veron elaborates on their groundbreaking invention—a lumbar belt outfitted with a camera that […]