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Next-gen 3D printing is changing everything we make

From growing ultra-strong metals to printing recyclable materials and lightning-fast volumetric builds, 3D printing is entering a new era. Scientists are pushing additive manufacturing beyond plastic ...
Forbes

Researchers Use Light To Self-Repair Plastic In 3D Printing

A commonly used material in 3D printing is plastics. The reason being is that it is readily available, cost effective, and allows for rapid prototyping. However, plastics pose an environmental concern ...
Business Insider

A startup is using recycled plastic to 3D print prefab tiny homes with prices starting at $25,000 — see inside

Los Angeles-based startup Azure is using recycled plastic to 3D print prefab homes. The startup is now selling several models ranging from a backyard studio to a two-bedroom ADU. Azure says it can ...
Plastics Today

Hybrid Technique Puts Metal-Plastic 3D Printing on Parallel Tracks

A 3D-printing technique with dual nozzles enables a new form of metal-plastic hybrid printing. Applications include 3D-printed electronic components for healthcare applications, according to ...
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3D printing dreams meet laser precision

3D printing is no longer just about plastic prototypes—it’s now merging with laser engraving to produce intricate, functional, and personalized creations. This hybrid approach unites the design ...
BGR

Researchers Found A Way To 3D Print Plastic That's Cheap, Stretchable, And Recyclable

Researchers developed a special 3D-printed plastic that is cheap and flexible. The plastic is made up of a substance they call thermoplastic elastomer. This elastomer is made up of several different ...
ZDNet

This device recycles plastic water bottles into 3D printing filament (and it's open source)

If you're in the market for a 3D printer, you'll find one here that fits your needs. The US Environmental Protection Agency reports that the US generated 35.7 million tons (roughly the weight of 17.8 ...

These 3D Printers Can Make Any Digital Design a Plastic Reality

These are the 3D printers we recommend for a variety of budgets, whether you’re after professional results or just want to ...
Hackaday

3D Printing With Plastic Cutlery

How many plastic spoons, knives, and forks do you think we throw away daily? [Stefan] noted that the compostable type is made from PLA, so why shouldn’t you be able to recycle it into 3D printing ...

5 3D Printer Projects To Take Your Raspberry Pi Builds To The Next Level

If you've got a 3D printer, a Raspberry Pi, and just a little bit of technical know-how, you can make some truly spectacular ...
Forbes

3D Printing Is Ready To Tackle Plastic Body Implants

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Carolyn Schwaar is a tech journalist and editor at All3DP Magazine. This article is more than 4 years old. 3D-printed skull ...