Issey Miyake Eyes Introduces 3D Printed Sunglasses with Eight Concave Lenses
Researchers Develop 3D Printed Lab-Grown Ear Cartilage
Researchers Develop New Design Method for 3D Printed Nitinol Structures
MIT Engineers Print Structural Building Components Using Recycled Plastic
Vietnam’s Vinmec Spotlights In-House 3D Printing Lab and AI Integration at 2026 International Dialogue on Healthcare
German manufacturing company RPM has developed a 3D-printed padding system for explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) helmets that replaces traditional foam materials with a... read more »
The BMW Group has appointed Timo Göbel as the new head of its Additive Manufacturing Campus (AMC), focusing on further integration of 3D... read more »
Professional and prosumer 3D scanners occupy a different tier from the consumer-grade devices on our other pages. The key distinction is usually the... read more »
If you want to scan large objects, such as vehicle body parts, or even architectural items, then you’re going to need a scanner... read more »
In this article, we will be taking a look at the best 3D scanners for scanning medium-sized items.
Revopoint, a manufacturer known for its range of structured-light and laser 3D scanners, is running a Spring Sale across its official website and... read more »
When medical device manufacturer CONMED started using Rize's additive manufacturing platform to embed QR codes directly into printed parts, the company's group manager... read more »
If you want to create items for 3D printing, you need a 3D model to start with, and there are two ways to... read more »
Issey Miyake Eyes has released UROKO, a pair of sunglasses featuring eight concave lenses arranged in two rows of four on each side... read more »
Researchers from ETH Zurich, the Friedrich Miescher Institute in Basel, and the Cantonal Hospital of Lucerne have successfully produced elastic ear cartilage in... read more »
Sunnyday Technologies has released M3-CRETE, an open-source 3D concrete printer designed for field use across various work environments. The system features modular architecture... read more »
Researchers at MIT have created a 3D printing platform capable of producing electric motors using multiple functional materials in a single process. The... read more »
Russian photographer Denis Aminev has released an open-source design for a 3D-printable panoramic film camera called the Infidex 176 V. The camera uses... read more »
Researchers from IMDEA Materials Institute and the Technical University of Madrid have developed a design-focused approach to improve the performance of 3D-printed nitinol... read more »
QinetiQ, working with Additive Manufacturing Solutions Limited (AMS Ltd.), has conducted what it says is the first flight of a helicopter containing a... read more »
Aectual is collaborating with athletic apparel retailer lululemon to develop and install 3D-printed ceiling and storefront systems across key stores worldwide. The architectural... read more »
MIT researchers have developed a method to 3D print construction-grade structural elements from recycled plastic, creating floor trusses that meet U.S. building standards.... read more »
As India's medical tourism market grows at roughly 12% annually, the International Dialogue on Healthcare (IDH) 2026 drew attention to precision planning and... read more »
Miami-based E-Force Marine has invested in industrial-scale 3D printing technology to produce hull moulds for its upcoming electric catamaran. The family-owned marine tech... read more »
Sergii Gordieiev, creator of Youtube channel "The Q," has developed a working chainless bicycle using a series of 3D printed plastic gears. The... read more »
BMW Group Expands 3D Printing Operations Under New LeadershipThe BMW Group has appointed Timo Göbel as the new head of its Additive Manufacturing Campus (AMC), focusing on further integration of 3D ...
Additive Drives Raises €25 Million for 3D Printed Electric Motor TechnologyAdditive Drives, a German manufacturer of 3D-printed electric motors, has secured over €25 million in funding to expand its energy-effici...
West Midlands Police Adopts 3D Printing for Vehicle Fleet MaintenanceEngland-based West Midlands Police has integrated 3D printing into its vehicle maintenance operations following an initiative by one of its technicians. Daniel Starns, a Fleet Services vehicle tech...
Marine Corps Develops First NDAA-Compliant 3D Printed DroneThe 2nd Marine Logistics Group has developed the Marine Corps' first National Defense Authorization Act-compliant 3D-printed drone, calle...
Student Nonprofit Releases Open-Source 3D Printed Drone Design for ResearchersA student-led nonprofit called Aeroptera has developed a foldable research drone frame designed to be 3D printed and made available for f...
South Korean Company 3D Prints Spherical Vessels Without Support StructuresInnospace, a South Korean company based in Sejong, has successfully demonstrated a method for 3D printing spherical vessels without requiring support structures. The company used its proprietary lo...
Merck Partners with AMCM on 3D Printed Tablet ManufacturingMerck, a science and technology company, has announced a cooperation agreement with AMCM, a German additive manufacturing company and sis...
CustoMED Raises $6 Million for AI-Powered 3D PrintingCustoMED, a surgeon-first platforms for patient-specific orthopedic solutions, has completed a $6 million seed funding round. The company...
ETH Zurich Develops 3D Printed Heart Patch That Integrates with Cardiac TissueResearchers at ETH Zurich and the University Hospital of Zurich have developed a new type of cardiac patch designed to both seal and heal damaged heart tissue. The "RCPatch" (Reinforced Cardiac Pat...
Marine Corps Develops First NDAA-Compliant 3D Printed DroneThe 2nd Marine Logistics Group has developed the Marine Corps' first National Defense Authorization Act-compliant 3D-printed drone, calle...
Dutch Navy Tests 3D Printed Uncrewed Surface Vessel PrototypeMARIN conducted the first on-water tests of an Uncrewed Surface Vessel (USV) prototype in The Netherlands back in December 2025. The defe...
Auburn University Partners with Amaero and Austal USA on Metal AM Research for Aerospace and Defense ApplicationsAuburn University's National Center for Additive Manufacturing Excellence (NCAME) has formed two new partnerships to advance 3D printing research for aerospace and maritime defense industries. The ...
Sunnyday Technologies Announces Open-Source M3-CRETE 3D Concrete PrinterSunnyday Technologies has released M3-CRETE, an open-source 3D concrete printer designed for field use across various work environments. ...
Aectual Partners with Lululemon for Global 3D Printed Store Design RolloutAectual is collaborating with athletic apparel retailer lululemon to develop and install 3D-printed ceiling and storefront systems across...
MIT Engineers Print Structural Building Components Using Recycled PlasticMIT researchers have developed a method to 3D print construction-grade structural elements from recycled plastic, creating floor trusses that meet U.S. building standards. The team published their ...
University of Texas Team Receives $14.5M DARPA Grant for 3D Printing Semiconductor TechnologyEngineers at The University of Texas at Austin have received a $14.5 million grant from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DA...
Apple Adopts 3D Printing for Titanium USB-C Ports in New iPhone AirApple’s latest smartphone release marks a quiet but notable step in consumer electronics manufacturing: the company has confirmed that it...
EPFL Researchers Develop Programmable Lattice Structure for Robotics Using Single Foam MaterialResearchers at Switzerland's EPFL have created a 3D-printable lattice structure that can mimic different biological tissue properties using a single foam material. The team from the Computational R...
Autodesk Research and Additive Tectonics Develop 3D Printed Floor System with Alternative MaterialsAutodesk Research has partnered with Additive Tectonics to develop a new approach to concrete floor construction using 3D printing techno...
EU Project Combines AI and Bio-Based Materials for 3D Printing Wind Turbine ComponentsThe EU-funded ORGANIC project is a four-year project aimed at developing 3D printing technology that combines bio-inspired structures wit...
BMW Group Converts Waste Into New Manufacturing ComponentsBMW Group has developed a recycling system that converts waste 3D printing powder and used parts into new filament for manufacturing production tools and components. The company processes up to 12 ...
Issey Miyake Eyes Introduces 3D Printed Sunglasses with Eight Concave LensesIssey Miyake Eyes has released UROKO, a pair of sunglasses featuring eight concave lenses arranged in two rows of four on each side of th...
Nike Previews Multi-Color 3D Printed Air Max 1000 SneakerNike has unveiled a prototype of the Air Max 1000 "Multicolor," marking the first time the 3D-printed sneaker will feature more than one ...
Justin Bieber Launches 3D Printed Sneakers Through Skylrk Brand Partnership with ZellerfeldJustin Bieber has released a 3D-printed sneaker called the Earth Bender through his Skylrk brand in collaboration with footwear technology company Zellerfeld. The Canadian singer launched the shoes...
Google DeepMind Partners with Designer Ross Lovegrove to Create AI-Generated 3D Printed ChairGoogle DeepMind has collaborated with renowned designer Ross Lovegrove and his studio to develop a fine-tuned AI model that can generate ...
3D Printed Modular Column “Duality of Skin and Core” Featured at Venice Biennale 2025A 3D printed modular column titled "Duality of Skin and Core" is currently on display at the Venice Biennale 2025 as part of the Time, Sp...
3D Printed Sculptures Blend Baroque and Sci-Fi in Czech InstallationCzech artist Matyáš Chochola has unveiled a new installation featuring twelve large-scale 3D printed concrete sculptures at the EPO1 Contemporary Art Center in Trutnov, Czech Republic. The installa...
Hands-On Review: Revopoint Trackit 3D ScannerWe got our hands on this funky looking kit, to put it through its paces. Read on to learn more about the “Trackit” and see if this offeri...
Hands-On Review: Revopoint MetroX 3D ScannerRevopoint has recently released their professional 3D scanner, the “ Revopoint MetroX 3D Scanner”. We have spent a couple of months putti...
Hands-on Review: Einstar VEGA Wireless 3D Scannerthe Einstar VEGA is an attractive feature-packed wireless device, allowing you to scan a range of differently sized items, both indoors, and outdoors.
Anycubic Introduces Kobra X High Speed Multi Color 3D Printer with Early Bird CampaignAnycubic will launch the Kobra X, a new FDM 3D printer that combines higher print speeds, multi color capability and smart monitoring...
HP Announces High-Temperature Filament 3D Printer and Expanded Metal Materials at Formnext 2025HP Additive Manufacturing unveiled the HP IF 600HT industrial 3D printer at Formnext 2025, marking the company's entry into filament-base...
Vulcan Launches MX Series Metal 3D Printers Starting at $39,000Vulcan has announced the launch of its MX Series laser powder bed fusion (LPBF) metal 3D printers. The company positions the entry-level MX100 model at $39,000 as an affordable option for industria...
Researchers Develop New Design Method for 3D Printed Nitinol StructuresResearchers from IMDEA Materials Institute and the Technical University of Madrid have developed a design-focused approach to improve the...
Virginia Tech Researchers Develop 3D-Printable Shape-Memory Ceramic-Metal CompositeResearchers at Virginia Tech have developed a method to create shape-memory ceramic materials that can be manufactured at scale using 3D ...
Researchers Develop Conductive Polymer Ink for 3D Printing Color-Changing DevicesResearchers from the universities of Heidelberg and Stuttgart have developed a new type of ink that enables 3D printing of conducting polymers capable of changing color through electrochemical mani...