Equipping schools with 3D printers is not enough: a structured educational plan oriented towards professional objectives is needed. Programs must integrate practical skills, critical thinking, and knowledge of materials to train professionals capable of choosing and applying technology with awareness.

OrcaSlicer v2.3.2 and Marlin 2.1.3-b3 resolve critical bugs: no more crashes in multi-material slicing, 3MF vulnerabilities closed, and native support for FLY boards and GD32 processors. Essential updates for stability, security, and modern hardware.

Data centers and chip factories are driving industrial-scale infrastructure investments. 3D printing, custom materials, and integrated logistics reduce times and costs. However, scaling requires mature digital ecosystems and resilient supply chains.

The Metal AM market in 2026 exceeds 6 billion with a decisive turning point: for the first time, data include defense and maritime, revealing hidden dynamics. Solid growth, a data-driven approach based on real data, and consolidation towards specialized applications will guide winning strategies.

A photopolymerizable ceramic slurry formulation enables 3D printing of components with cooling channels down to 0.2 mm. DLP technology overcomes the limits of traditional bonding, opening new perspectives for wafers, micro-coolers, and laser mirrors. Scalability and material stability remain to be verified.

Fraunhofer IAPT combines AI and Digital Twin for intelligent recycling in 3D printing. The closed-loop system manages the variability of recycled polymers in real time, reduces waste, and builds a shared technical memory for sustainable and predictive production processes.

Metal threaded inserts make industrial 3D printing ideal for assembleable and durable parts. Integrating them into digital quotes reduces times, errors, and costs, eliminating the weak points of plastic threads.

3D printing is revolutionizing the production of RF components, enabling lighter antennas and integrated EMI shielding in electronic packages. Additive technologies improve efficiency, customization, and reduce weight, while posing challenges regarding materials and repeatability.

New automated systems like DyeMansion's Powershot and AMT's PostPro solutions make MJF/SLS post-processing accessible to small labs, reducing costs and processing times.

Automating the post-processing of resin improves precision and repeatability. A modular workflow adapts each phase to the specific parameters of the material, reducing errors and manual times. The integration between the printer and washing/curing stations enables certified, traceable, and scalable flows, ideal for professional and biocompatible applications.

The cost reduction of key components such as lasers and light engines is democratizing additive manufacturing, allowing access to metal 3D printers under $10,000. This change is redefining market dynamics, shifting the focus from hardware to services and adaptability to specific use cases. Modularity and standardization allow new realities to com

New patented method for thermal control in metal 3D printing reduces times by up to 47% and prevents defects caused by overheating, improving quality and repeatability.