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Unlocking New Dimensions: The Rise of Non-Planar 3D Printing in Optics and Photonics

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What Happened Recent advancements in non-planar 3D printing techniques have begun to unlock unprecedented capabilities in the fabrication of optics and photonics components. By moving beyond the traditional layer-by-layer planar approach, these technologies enable the creation of complex three-dimensional geometries with enhanced optical properties and functional integration. This emerging frontier is detailed in a recent … Read more

Advancements in Non-Planar 3D Printing of Continuous Fiber-Reinforced Composites: A Frontier Analysis

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What Happened Recent developments in non-planar 3D printing of continuous fiber-reinforced composites have been reported by ScienceDirect.com as of April 2025. This research highlights progress in utilizing multi-axis printing techniques to fabricate complex composite structures with continuous fibers, moving beyond traditional layer-by-layer planar printing. These innovations enable improved mechanical properties and design freedom for composite … Read more

Smooth Non-Planar 3D Ironing: A New Frontier in Multi-Axis 3D Printing

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What Happened? Recently, Hackaday published an intriguing article titled Smooth! Non-Planar 3D Ironing that highlights new developments in non-planar 3D printing techniques. This advancement focuses on ironing layers in a non-planar fashion, improving surface smoothness on complex geometries beyond traditional flat layer approaches. Why It Matters Non-planar 3D printing challenges the conventional layer-by-layer planar deposition … Read more

Exploring Non-Planar 3D Printing with Hydrogels: Innovations and Future Prospects

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What Happened? Recent developments in the field of additive manufacturing have been highlighted by a comprehensive review published in Nature, focusing on non-planar additive manufacturing with hydrogels. This review synthesizes recent advances in flow control and toolpath strategies that enable printing beyond traditional planar layers, opening new pathways for complex 3D structures with enhanced functionalities. … Read more

Embedding Sensors in Metal 3D Printed Components: The Future of Smart Manufacturing

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What Happened Recent advances in metal additive manufacturing have enabled the integration of embedded sensors and electrical functionalities directly into 3D printed metal components. According to tctmagazine.com, metal 3D printing techniques are evolving to embed sensors within components during the build process rather than adding them post-production. This breakthrough enables the creation of smart metal … Read more

Revolutionizing 3D Printing with Filaments Embedded with Sensor Particles

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What Happened? Recent developments in 3D printing technology have introduced innovative filaments embedded with sensor particles, as reported by Tech Briefs. These filaments integrate microscopic sensor particles directly into the printing material, enabling the production of 3D printed objects that can monitor environmental or structural parameters in real-time. This breakthrough marks a significant step towards … Read more

Parallax Volumetric 3D Printing Debuts: A New Frontier in Additive Manufacturing

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What Happened At the RAPID + TCT conference in April 2025, Manifest Technologies introduced its Parallax Volumetric Additive Manufacturing system, marking a significant milestone in the evolution of volumetric 3D printing. This debut was covered by 3DPrint.com. Parallax represents a volumetric printing technology that constructs entire 3D objects simultaneously instead of layer-by-layer, promising faster build … Read more

Unlocking the Future of 3D Printing with Living Materials: Innovations and Insights

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What Happened? Recent developments in 3D printing have increasingly focused on integrating living materials—biological components embedded within printed structures—to create smart, responsive, and sustainable products. This emerging frontier was highlighted in a recent overview of 3D printing applications and processes by Vajiram & Ravi. While the article primarily covers broad 3D printing technologies, it touches … Read more

Revolutionizing 3D Printing with PrismSlicer: Unlocking Photorealistic Multi-Material Fabrication and the Future of Living Materials

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What Happened? In a notable development for the 3D printing community, Additive Appearance has introduced PrismSlicer, a photorealistic software solution designed to tackle the complexities of multi-material 3D printing. Released in May 2025, this software promises unprecedented control and visualization capabilities for fabricators working with diverse materials—including emerging smart and bio-embedded substances known as living … Read more

Harnessing Living Materials: The Rise of Microalgae-Based Sustainable 3D Printing

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What Happened? Recent research highlighted in Wiley Online Library explores the untapped potential of microalgae as sustainable materials in 3D printing. This emerging field leverages living microalgae to create bio-embedded materials that can be printed into functional structures, opening new frontiers in environmentally friendly additive manufacturing. Why It Matters The integration of living materials like … Read more