Fused Deposition Modelling (FDM) 3D printers which squirt out molten plastic layer by layer are by far the most popular type in general use. Most machines extrude plastic through a nozzle above print ...

Researchers developed a 3D printer that can automatically determine the printing parameters of an unknown material. This could help engineers use emerging renewable or recycled materials that have ...

BROOKLYN, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--MakerBot, a Stratasys company (Nasdaq: SSYS), today announced that the BASF Ultrafuse® 316L Stainless Steel material by Forward AM has been qualified for the MakerBot ...

Choosing the right 3D printing filament can make or break your project. From ASA’s unbeatable UV resistance to PETG’s toughness and PLA’s ease of use, each material has its strengths. Understanding ...

One of the better regarded 3D printers with multi material print capability is now priced well under $300. AliExpress is ...

Stratasys launched a new 3D printer devoted to printing human anatomy and medical models as well as materials designed to replicate cardiac and vascular systems as well as bones. The printer, the J750 ...

3D printing is a fantastic hobby that has definitely piqued a lot of people's interest over the past few years. What are some ...

Multi-material 3D printing is unlocking new design possibilities by integrating diverse properties into a single build. From combining rigidity and flexibility to embedding conductive and insulating ...

Prior to 1970, bulletproof vests were pretty iffy, with a history extending as far as the 1500s when there were attempts to make metal armor that was bulletproof. By the 20th century there was ...

Nature is replete with slender filaments that bend and coil—from climbing grape vines, to folded proteins, to elephant trunks that can pick up a peanut but also take down a tree.

Stratasys has launched its new Objet Eden260V Dental Advantage 3D printer and VeroGlaze dental material at the Chicago Dental Society Midwinter Meeting. The 3D printer was introduced at the LMT Lab ...

Discover how medical 3D printing creates patient-specific devices and custom prosthetics. Read our guide to clinical ...