What Happened Mosaic Manufacturing recently introduced a new automated print-farm-in-a-box solution, as reported by All3DP. This turnkey system is designed to automate and streamline the management of multiple 3D printers operating in concert, effectively creating a compact and scalable print farm. The innovation targets the growing need for efficient print farm automation by integrating hardware, … Read more
What Happened Recent developments in additive manufacturing have enabled the production of critical spare parts directly on the battlefield, as detailed in the article Printing for Victory: 3D Printing on the Battlefield by eurekamagazine.co.uk. Militaries are increasingly adopting digital inventory systems that store 3D printable designs of spare parts, enabling rapid, on-demand manufacturing to replace … Read more
What Happened Automation Alley has introduced Project Diamond, an additive manufacturing marketplace designed to enhance distributed manufacturing capabilities. This platform aims to connect manufacturers, suppliers, and customers by facilitating on-demand production and digital inventory management. The announcement was covered by dbusiness.com on October 6, 2025. Why It Matters The launch of Project Diamond is significant … Read more
What Happened Recent developments in 3D printing have increasingly focused on the integration of conductive filaments into additive manufacturing processes, as detailed in the All3DP article on filament types. These materials enable the printing of components that not only form structural parts but also conduct electricity, opening pathways to embedded sensors, wearable electronics, and smart … Read more
What Happened Researchers at UC Berkeley have developed an innovative 3D-printing technology that leverages computed axial lithography (CAL) to fabricate intricate glass microstructures. This approach represents a significant advancement in volumetric 3D printing, enabling the creation of complex glass components with unprecedented precision and speed. Why It Matters Traditional glass manufacturing methods are often limited … Read more
What Happened In January 2021, AZoM reported on Slant 3D’s establishment of what is considered the world’s largest 3D printing farm. This milestone represents a significant leap in the deployment of distributed print farms, where multiple printers operate collaboratively to scale production. While specific operational details remain limited, Slant 3D’s initiative underscores growing industry momentum … Read more
What Happened The Manufacturing Technology Centre (MTC) and HP have announced a new collaboration aimed at supporting the growth of additive manufacturing in the UK. According to a 3D Printing Industry article published on November 17, 2025, this partnership focuses on leveraging HP’s expertise in additive manufacturing technologies alongside MTC’s innovation capabilities to accelerate industrial … Read more
What Happened Recent developments highlighted by VoxelMatters confirm that the concept of the additive manufacturing (AM) digital warehouse is no longer theoretical but actively emerging in the industry. This digital warehouse acts as a centralized, cloud-based repository of 3D printable designs and manufacturing data, enabling rapid, on-demand production without the traditional constraints of physical inventory. … Read more
What Happened? Recent research highlighted in Wiley Online Library sheds light on recent developments in additive manufacturing using conductive polymer composites. These advances focus on integrating conductive fillers into polymer matrices to fabricate 3D printed parts with electrical functionality. This emerging class of materials, often referred to as conductive filaments, is gaining traction for creating … Read more
What Happened Recent insights from openPR.com highlight how leading companies are driving growth and innovation in the military 3D printing market. Central to this development is the adoption of digital inventory 3D printing, a technology enabling on-demand production of critical parts and components, fundamentally reshaping military logistics and supply chain management. Why It Matters Digital … Read more