Ada Shaikhnag
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With a background in journalism, Ada has a keen interest in frontier technology and its application in the wider world. Ada reports on aspects of 3D printing ranging from aerospace and automotive to medical and dental.

HP brings a host of innovative polymer and metal AM developments to Formnext 2024

Multinational printing firm HP has introduced a range of innovations in polymer and metal AM at Formnext 2024, aiming to improve cost efficiency, scalability, and accessibility in additive manufacturing.  Key announcements include a new flame-retardant polymer material, advanced software tools…

A “Picture Perfect Pro Plan” and latest metal AM systems by Nikon SLM Solutions

Metal 3D printer manufacturer Nikon SLM Solutions has unveiled its redesigned SLM 280, SLM 280 Production Series (PS), and SLM 500 machines, offering advanced features aimed at increasing productivity and reliability.  With a guaranteed minimum uptime of 85% and a…

BigRep’s New ONE.5 3D printer: Technical Specifications and Pricing

Large-format 3D printer manufacturer BigRep has introduced the upgraded BigRep ONE.5 large-format Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM) 3D printer at Formnext 2024.  According to the company, the ONE.5 ‘builds on the success’ of the BigRep ONE by introducing new features and…

Spectroplast’s latest Series A funding to capitalize on silicone 3D printing capabilities

Swiss silicone 3D printing company Spectroplast has completed its Series A financing round led by HZG Group, with existing investor AM Ventures also contributing.  Although the amount remains undisclosed, this funding aims to strengthen customer relationships while expanding patented silicone…

3D Lab launches its new ATO Suite for metal powder production at Formnext 2024

Warsaw-based 3D printing service bureau 3D Lab is introducing its ATO Suite at Formnext 2024.  Designed to provide researchers and manufacturers with greater control over metal powder production, the ATO Suite enables the efficient and sustainable production of high-quality spherical…

World’s largest single-piece 3D printed rocket thruster by LEAP 71 and Eplus3D at Formnext 2024

Metal 3D printer manufacturer Eplus3D and engineering services provider LEAP 71 have successfully developed what the manufacturer says is the “world’s largest” single-piece metal 3D printed rocket thruster.  Delivering 200 kN of thrust and standing over 1.3 meters tall, this thruster…

Lithoz presents superior ceramic water filter membranes at Formnext 2024

High-performance ceramic 3D printers and materials manufacturer Lithoz is set to feature Separonics ceramic filter membranes, developed by Evove at Formnext this week. Designed for lithium extraction and industrial water recycling, these membranes leverage Lithoz’s CeraFab S320 system to achieve…

New AI-driven efficiency in ceramic 3D printing by 3DCeram

Ceramics 3D printing OEM and process provider 3DCeram has introduced CERIA, an advanced artificial intelligence (AI) tool crafted to elevate ceramic 3D printing processes, enhancing efficiency, reducing costs, and improving precision across industrial applications.  Tailored for 3DCeram’s Ceramaker range, CERIA…

Ganit Goldstein’s unique interactive wearables at Boston Fashion Week

Massachusetts Institute of Technology‘s (MIT) based fashion designer Ganit Goldstein showcased a collection of garments integrated with advanced sensor technology during Boston Fashion Week 2024. Hosted at The Foundry in Kendall Square, Cambridge the event was part of the Cambridge…

SEAM technology powers cost-effective large-format construction 3D printing

Researchers at the SEAM Research Center have introduced new applications for Screw Extrusion Additive Manufacturing (SEAM), focusing on its use in construction.  At the heart of this development is the Epic3D portal printer, a system capable of producing large-format plastic…