Local Motors unveils new 3D printed car design

Video contribution from Austin Paetow We’ve seen 3D printed wood, chocolate, and even pizza, but the future of 3D printing includes something bigger and more powerful — cars. Manufacturing technology company Local Motors announced their winning 3D-printed car design as part of Project Redacted Tuesday. The 3D car designed by Kevin Lo will be highway … Read more

Weird and wild things you can 3D print with new filaments

CES came with its fair share of crazy 3D printing projects. One of the trends for this industry are the new filaments hitting the marketplace such as carbon fiber, wood, metal, stone, chocolate and more. For some of the larger companies, MakerBot and 3D Systems, there was a significant emphasis on the educational programs and printing projects to … Read more

3D print in maple wood, bronze, carbon fiber or chocolate – CES2015

Why print in plastic when I can print in wood, metal or chocolate. At CES, filaments for 3D printing were a focus for the maker companies as well as inspiring all generations to get creative and make everything from tools and decorations to clothes and food. MakerBot and 3D Systems threw down with their massive booths, … Read more

3D print a house, car… or a heart

The evolution of 3D printing has been accelerating, from faster print times to more precise detail in finished pieces. With footprints forming in medical breakthroughs, innovative and sustainable home construction, and even printable treats, the once niche craft is also becoming more widespread and available for use. Amazon joined onto a trend set by other … Read more

Chocolate, lipstick and a bedroom – 3D printers are lovestruck

The 3D printing industry has grown vastly over the past few years, with advancements in the food, beauty, and housing industries-and now you can impress your date with a few printed items. Here are a few 3D printing innovations that might spice up your romantic relationship. Food Can it really be done…3D printed food? The … Read more

ASU and Phoenix Children's Hospital build 3D printed hearts for pre-op strategies

Arizona State University and Phoenix Children’s Heart Center at Phoenix Children’s Hospital, which is the premier regional referral center in the Southwest and is the fifth-largest program of its kind in the country, have teamed up to perform what is believed to be the first virtual implantation of a pioneering artificial heart. Physicians and ASU engineers are … Read more

3D Hubs – find your community of local 3D printers

What does networking, Do It Yourself (DIY) and 3D printing all have in common? 3D Hubs! 3D Hubs is an online network focused solely on the maker community and uniting like-minded individuals who love to imagine, create, and produce 3D printed objects. 3D Hubs’ vision is to provide consumers easy access to nearby owners of … Read more

3D Systems and Hershey's partner up to print chocolate

As if 3D printed candy wasn’t enough to satisfy your sweet tooth, 3D Systems has announced a multi-year joint development agreement with Hershey, the largest producer of chocolate in North America and global leader in chocolate, sweets and refreshments. The dynamic duo will come together to explore and develop innovative opportunities for using 3D printing … Read more

3D printed sugar cubes for your coffee

What could be better than regular 3D printing? Printing something that you can eat! CES visitors were the first to get a taste of edible goodies produced by 3D Systems’ ChefJet series of 3D printers. The company launched an entirely new, kitchen-ready 3D printer category for edibles. These printers are the perfect addition to any … Read more