MakerBot Opens 3D Print Stores
In an article last month, we explored some of the ways MakerBot is trying to widen the availability for 3D printing. They are at it again, this time to moving 3D printing into a retail…
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Developments in 3D printing graphene
Graphene 3D Labs is a startup racing toward 3D printing with graphene.
Apple moves into 3D printing with “Bulk Metallic Glass” patents
The maker of iPhones may be 3D printing them in the future based on new patents filed by Apple.
French Mail Company To Offer 3D Printing Services To The Masses
Similar to a UPS program set up in the US recently, the French mail service La Poste is set to begin a trial 3D printing service. This morning the CEO and Director General of La…
Proto-Pasta: Carbon fiber PLA filament now on Kickstarter!
The Proto-Pasta project is dedicated to creating high-quality composite and alloy filaments.
A 5-axis 3D printer from ARBURG
The freeformer has a rotating nozzle head that allows printing overhangs without supports.
The high-flying trend of 3D printing UAVs
UAVs are becoming more present in commercial settings and 3D printers are getting them in the air.
The future: 3D printing on-demand OEM replacement car parts
A video report of how Ford will use 3D printing in the future to let customers print their own automotive parts on demand.
Tesco may soon bring 3D printing to stores, allowing customers to print their own goods
In a recent company blog post, Paul Wilkinson, a lead research specialist with Tesco, revealed their 3D printing ambitions.
China builds world’s largest laser 3D printer
An Italian developed the “house printing” D-Shape printer, but a Chinese team holds the record for largest laser 3D printer.