Innovation in materials and advanced recycling are transforming the manufacturing industry. Arkema, with the Virtucycle® program, promotes the use of recycled polymers without compromising performance. Technologies such as chemical recycling and 3D printing with recovered powders reduce environmental impact and costs. Strategic collaborations and bio-based materials open new paths towards an econ

3D printing is revolutionizing university laboratories, integrating into teaching and research processes. A key tool for rapid prototyping, it allows students to translate theory into practice, accelerating learning. Case studies such as drones and aerospace components demonstrate the real-world application of the technology, supported by advanced motion capture systems and workflow

3D printing is revolutionizing dentistry, enabling the rapid and customized production of dental devices directly in the office. Thanks to technologies like SLA, DLP, and PolyJet and biocompatible materials, it is possible to create crowns, surgical guides, orthodontic models, and prostheses in shorter times, with greater precision and lower costs compared to traditional methods. The integr

Uptool, a startup founded in 2024, uses AI to automate administrative processes for small manufacturing workshops, reducing the time for quotes by up to 60%. With $6 million in funding, the platform promises to increase the efficiency and competitiveness of companies, allowing them to focus on growth and customer relationships.

Researchers from IMDEA Materials Institute and UPM have developed metamaterials in 3D printed Nitinol with interwoven structures that restore superelasticity, overcoming the limits of traditional 3D printing. Thanks to geometries inspired by fabrics, it is possible to obtain advanced biomedical devices and smart actuators, opening new perspectives for clinical and engineering applications

Surgical planning with 3D anatomical models is revolutionizing medical education, offering realistic and personalized simulations for surgeon training. Thanks to multi-layer printing technology and radiological data, it is possible to faithfully recreate human tissues, allowing for simulated interventions without risk to patients. Models, used in university and cli

preFlight is a new open source slicer that renews the traditional architecture to improve precision, stability, and the management of technical debt accumulated in legacy slicers like PrusaSlicer. Designed with modern standards, it supports 64-bit pipelines, updated libraries, and innovations like Athena Perimeter Generator and Interlocking Perimeters, aiming for greater reliability and performance in the

3D printing is revolutionizing architecture: models and concrete houses in days, zero waste, recycled materials and circular design for a sustainable future.

How Software is Redefining Value in Additive Hardware In the 3D printing industry, it's no longer the hardware that makes the difference, but the software that makes it intelligent. While the technical specifications of macch…

How 3D Printing Transforms Product Innovation: Speed, Materials, and Digital Collaboration 3D printing is not just an emerging technology: it is a tool that is redefining the early stages of innovation in...

Carnegie Mellon leads the $28.5 million LIVE project to print temporary liver tissue: a “biological bridge” that supports the liver in regeneration, avoids transplantation, and reduces waiting lists within 5 years.

3D printing revolutionizes fashion: rapid prototyping, custom-fit garments, and sustainable on-demand production. Challenges regarding materials and comfort remain, but the future is personalized, distributed, and zero-impact.