What Happened Recent advancements in 3D printing have paved the way for the emergence of 4D printing, a technology that incorporates time as the fourth dimension, enabling printed objects to change shape or properties after fabrication. A key enabler of this innovation is smart filament, materials embedded with responsive properties that react to external stimuli … Read more
What Happened Recent advancements in volumetric 3D printing have taken a significant leap forward thanks to the integration of holographic techniques to enhance tomographic printing processes. According to a MSN report published on January 12, 2026, holograms are being used to dramatically improve the efficiency and resolution of tomographic volumetric 3D printing. Why It Matters … Read more
What Happened In early 2019, new details surfaced regarding a collaborative volumetric 3D printing technology developed by researchers at UC Berkeley and Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). This technology utilizes Computed Axial Lithography (CAL), a volumetric printing approach that promises to revolutionize the speed and complexity of 3D printed parts by curing entire volumes of … Read more
What Happened Recent advancements in continuous multi-material additive manufacturing have introduced a promising approach to volumetric 3D printing. This technique enables the simultaneous printing of multiple materials in a continuous process, overcoming previous limitations of layer-by-layer methods. By integrating volumetric printing concepts with multi-material capabilities, researchers are pushing the boundaries of speed, complexity, and functionality … Read more
What Happened Researchers at The University of Texas at Austin have announced a significant breakthrough in volumetric 3D printing technology that promises to accelerate development of next-generation medical devices and stretchable electronics. This innovation leverages volumetric printing methods to create complex, flexible structures with unprecedented speed and precision, potentially transforming manufacturing approaches in these high-impact … Read more
What Happened In a recent development reported by VoxelMatters, Graphy has entered into a partnership agreement with FUGO Precision 3D. This collaboration aims to leverage their combined expertise to accelerate the development and commercialization of volumetric 3D printing technology. Why It Matters Volumetric 3D printing represents a significant leap beyond traditional layer-by-layer additive manufacturing. By … Read more