Titanium recycling is strengthening the security of US supply chains, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers. IperionX, with its closed-loop model, produces recycled titanium for the defense sector, improving efficiency and strategic self-sufficiency.

The defense industry is betting on production self-sufficiency with 3D printing and material recycling. The partnership between 6K Additive and AGF Defcom introduces US-made metal powder for defense components, reducing waste and external dependencies. A circular system based on waste recycling lowers costs and environmental impact, responding to national security needs and to

In-process inspection based on calibrated measurements is revolutionizing quality control in metal 3D printing, replacing expensive post-production checks with precise, proactive monitoring during the process. Technologies like structured light fringe projection allow for real-time measurement of critical parameters such as layer thickness and surface roughness, mi

Australia is using additive manufacturing to build more resilient public infrastructure, reducing dependence on foreign suppliers and strengthening local production thanks to collaborations between research, industry, and government.

The advanced metal industry is evolving towards integrated production systems, where every stage of production collaborates in real time. Overcoming the traditional model of isolated departments, a connected architecture emerges that unifies additive, machining, heat treatment, and inspection. This approach reduces inefficiencies, improves stability and productivity, and enables a rapid response p

The article presents an operational plan to integrate innovations in mechanical testing and quality assurance in the advanced industry, particularly in metal additive production. The importance of qualifying feedstock, machinery, and production processes from the initial stages is emphasized to ensure reliability, traceability, and compliance in critical sectors such as aerospace and defense. Ve

Prusa launches PETG Ultraglow, a high-quality phosphorescent filament. Superior to glow-in-the-dark PLA for brightness and durability. Ideal for technical and safety applications thanks to the resistance of PETG and its ability to shine for a long time. Requires hardened nozzles for printing. High cost but justified for professional use.

Large-scale Directed Energy Deposition utilizes real-time melt pool monitoring, targeted deposition, and dynamic modeling to ensure precision, metallurgical quality, and thermal control during the production and repair of large metal components.

In-process metrology in metal additive manufacturing enables precise measurement during production, ensuring repeatable and scalable quality. Unlike traditional monitoring, it provides quantitative and traceable data, reducing the reliance on costly post-process inspections. Technologies such as optical fringes allow for real-time 3D measurements, improving affi

In 2025-26, 3D printing moves beyond experimentation: aerospace, medical, automotive, and defense integrate it into main lines, driven by investments, geopolitics, and reliable standards. Market from 40 to 250 billion by 2035: those who train and scale now will lead the manufacturing of the future.

To scale additive manufacturing, end-to-end planning is needed: integrate printing, post-processing and the supply chain, monitor flows and bottlenecks, use specific software and build repeatability on data and standards, not just on machines.

Formnext 2026 and major fairs show mature additive manufacturing: large parts, AI, IoT, and concrete cases in aerospace, healthcare, and defense for productivity and certain ROI.