advanced manufacturing

Unlocking the Future of 3D Printing with Bio-Embedded Microsystems and Lab-on-PCB Technology

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What Happened Recent breakthroughs in bio-microsystem integration and Lab-on-PCB technology have opened new frontiers in the development of smart, bio-embedded materials for 3D printing. According to a Nature article published on May 8, 2025, these advances highlight the integration of biological components with printed circuit board (PCB) technology to create compact, multifunctional microsystems. This fusion … Read more

Revolutionizing 3D Printing with Robotic Arm Multi-Axis Technology: Virginia Tech’s NSF-Funded Advances

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What Happened? Virginia Tech recently announced new research initiatives funded by the National Science Foundation (NSF) aimed at advancing manufacturing technologies, including the development of smarter and stronger 3D printing methods. Among these efforts, a notable focus is on robotic arm 3D printing that utilizes non-planar and multi-axis deposition techniques. This approach promises to overcome … Read more

Exploring Continuous Multi-Material Volumetric 3D Printing: The Future of Additive Manufacturing

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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