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The changes that ecosystems undergo as a result of human action or natural causes directly affect the species that live there. Bees, in particular, have felt the repercussions of human actions, facing challenges such as habitat loss and pesticide exposure…

It is once again that time of the year. Wohlers Associates, powered by ASTM International, has published their 29th annual report. The Wohlers Report 2024 has been compiled through surveys of the additive manufacturing industry, talking to 245 organizations including…

In the industry of neutron science, unlocking the secrets of materials at the atomic level hinges on precise tools. Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) have achieved a breakthrough in this domain by developing a novel approach to designing…

3D printing has proven to be the perfect ally for a myriad of technologies. We’re increasingly witnessing a growing trend of 3D printing expanding into diverse fields with remarkable outcomes. Recent breakthroughs, such as the proposal by a team of…

When we think of furniture or homes, it is undeniable that the material that comes first to mind is wood. However, the creation of objects with wood has been controversial due to wasteful practices that contribute to air, water and…

It’s finally the weekend! And once again, we want to share with you some of the interesting tidbits from the 3D printing news from the week in our new format, #3DExpress. This time, check out an initiate to help save…

Over the past year, we have seen a number of major milestones in the field of microscale 3D printing. Now there has been yet another, as researchers at Stanford University in California have developed a new microscale 3D printing process…

A 3D printing process that is particularly relevant for the repair or coating of metal objects such as damaged jet aircraft turbine blades is directed energy deposition (DED). It is widely used in sectors such as aerospace, automotive, shipping and…

Exploring the mysteries of the ocean depths has long been an irresistible challenge for scientists. Like the vastness of space, the ocean remains largely uncharted territory, with its depths holding valuable information that could provide important insights into our planet’s…

There is now a wide variety of processes in the field of innovative 3D printing technology. One of these is so-called two-photon polymerization (2PP), which is often used in applications for 3D printing in the micrometer range, such as in…

Do you know what the most dangerous animal on the planet is? Contrary to common expectations it is not lions, hippos, sharks or any other predator creators. Rather, it is the common mosquito. On average, mosquitos kill about 750,000 people…

The use of 3D printing in soft robotics has grown in recent years and is undoubtedly an important resource for researchers in the field, who exploit the possibilities of additive manufacturing to achieve results not otherwise achievable. Filobot is a…