What Happened In a recent development reported by All3DP, a new 5-axis 3D printer designed using generative design principles has been introduced, notable for its compact size that fits on a desktop. This innovation marks a significant step in non-planar 3D printing technology, moving beyond traditional layer-by-layer planar fabrication to enable more complex geometries and … Read more
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
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
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
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