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This year’s International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) may have now come to a close, but the event served as a valuable meeting point for manufacturers both in and outside of…Where does 3D printing stand in the world of manufacturing? IMTS insiders reveal all

Researchers at Stanford University have used 3D printing to develop a strain sensor that enables the wireless monitoring of tumor regression in cancer patients.  Composed of a 50-nm layer of…Innovative 3D printing-enabled strain sensor unlocks real-time monitoring of cancerous tumors

The Barcelona-based CIM UPC Technology Center which spun-off now-industry stalwart BCN3D in 2019, has announced plans to launch an experimental new hybrid 3D printer.  Set to be unveiled on September…CIM UPC Technology Center to launch experimental hybrid ‘PowerDIW’ 3D printer

3D scanner manufacturer peel 3d has announced the launch of two new products, the peel 3 and peel 3.CAD.  Designed to elevate users’ experiences without compromising on affordability, both new…peel 3d launches peel 3 and 3.CAD 3D scanners with industry-first haptic feedback technology

Construction start-up ChangeMaker 3D has partnered with water and wastewater service provider United Utilities to 3D print a UK-first piece of sewage infrastructure.  Over the course of 12 months, the…“Trailblazing” new project sees ChangeMaker 3D and United Utilities install UK’s first 3D printed water chamber

The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) is seeking to establish a network of suppliers capable of 3D printing military-grade spare parts on-demand.  As part of ‘Project TAMPA,’ the MoD aims…UK MoD to flex-up supply chain by 3D printing military spares in £5M TAMPA Project

A team of UK-based researchers have built a swarm of drones capable of working in tandem to accurately 3D print intricate concrete structures.  Believed to be the first example of…Swarm of wasp-like 3D printing drones could be used to build in isolated areas

Polish 3D printer manufacturer Zortrax has introduced its second vat polymerization system, the Inkspire 2.  Marketed as a high-end professional UV LCD 3D printer, the Inkspire 2 has a four…Zortrax launches new Inkspire 2 UV LCD 3D printer: technical specifications and pricing

Researchers at Khalifa University have come up with a set of 3D printed glasses that could be capable of curing Color Vision Deficiency (CVD) disorders.  Composed of tinted lenses housed…Scientists develop 3D printed glasses with the potential to cure color blindness

Japanese optics and imaging multinational Nikon has accelerated its recent 3D printing expansion by investing in two more additive manufacturing companies.  Hot on the heels of Nikon’s SLM Solutions takeover…Nikon invests in Optisys and Hybrid Manufacturing Technologies in new metal 3D printing drive