Spare Parts 3D launches new AI-powered 2D-to-3D model digitization tool
French software start-up Spare Parts 3D (SP3D) has launched the beta program of Théia, its new digital tool that can automatically create 3D models fr…
EOS enables serial production with the new M 290 1kW metal 3D printer
Munich-based 3D printer manufacturer EOS has announced the launch of the EOS M 290 1kW laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) 3D printer. An upgraded ve…
AM Forum Berlin 2024 to see HP debut its new material
After announcing its partnerships with DyeMansion and Accel Digital Solutions (ADS), HP is set to exhibit 3D printed parts made from a new material tailored for its industrial 3D polymer solutions, at…
NAMII’s $4.5M Funding for AM Research Projects
NAMII, the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute, has awarded $4.5M of funding to seven research and development projects within the field of additive manufacturing. The seven projects …
New From Autodesk — ReCap — Creating 3D Data from Photos & Scans
Autodesk has announced a new, free 3D software product: ReCap, which will allow users to create intelligent 3D data from photos and scans. ReCap is set to deliver powerful and easy to use workflow on …
Sad but True — Tinkercad Winding up Operations
Tinkercad Founder & CEO, Kai Backman, has just announced, via the Tinkercad blog, that he and his partner have made the ‘difficult decision’ to wind up this entry-level 3D design application in f…
FabCafe – Japan
Japan is well know for its various exotic coffee shops targeting people who live busy lives and are often constrained from doing specific activities at home. An example would be the many ‘cat’ and/or …
Tacori Ups its 3DP Capability for its Jewellery Applications
California based Tacori, which is known for its fine jewellery designs, is now making inroads to revamp its manufacturing capability with the latest range of 3D printers. Earlier this year, the compan…
BodyAvatar: Create 3D Avatars with Kinect
Kinect players have access to a new feature called BodyAvatar. It is a 3D scanning based interface that allows gamers to create completely unique avatars, such as an animal shape, or something complet…
3D Systems Expands Coverage Within Turkey
I was talking about emerging patterns in the evolution of the 3D printing sector yesterday, with respect to new 3D printing systems utilising more accurate processes at the lower end of the market. To…
New Version of Ultimaker’s 3D Printing Software: Cura SW – 13.03
Ultimaker has launched a new updated version of its one-stop 3D printing solution software Cura – with a version numbered 13.03. So what’s new? Some integration touches on several icons, a bigger view…
3D Printing, 3D Scanning and the Future of the Museum
Liz Neely and Miriam Langner from Museums and the Web have written an excellent article reflecting on the potential impacts of 3D printing in the world of museums – from an insider’s perspective. Neel…
3D Printing Furniture at Home
3D printing furniture is not an entirely new application of the technology and there have been a few spectacular examples from leading designers in the field — for me Neri Oxman’s contemporary chaise …
EFF Fight for Open 3D Printing
Consumer rights and patent issues are an ongoing hot topic across the internet community as well as for new emerging digital industries that include 3D printing. The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EF…
3DLPrinter Comes from Italy
Watching the 3D printing sector continue to evolve has always fascinated me and you do start to pick up on patterns after a while. The current ‘pattern’ is taking place with an influx of more precise …