3D Printing Technology
News, guides and real applications of 3D printing for rapid prototyping, daily life and industrial production: FDM, SLA, SLS, MJF and metal SLM explained in plain language by the CT3D team.
SLA 3D Printing: A Fast Rapid Prototyping Technology
How SLA 3D printing works, build sizes, resin types and the full process from file to finished part, compared with FDM.
How Are 3D Printers Used in Everyday Life and Manufacturing?
How a 3D printer works and how FDM printing is used at home and in industry, from household items to mock-ups for molds and composites.
What Makes Imported 3D Printers Worth It?
Imported vs. locally assembled 3D printers: key features, stability, running costs and how businesses should choose the right machine.
Why Buy a 3D Printer for Rapid Prototyping?
Why owning a 3D printer speeds up rapid prototyping, the steps to print a part, and how to choose between buying a printer and using…
The Future of 3D Printing Technology in Vietnam
How 3D printing is changing medicine, dentistry and prosthetics, and where 3D printing technology in Vietnam is heading next.
Building Luxury Hotels with 3D Printing Technology
From 3D printed houses in China to hotels and villas: how construction 3D printing works, its advantages, materials and current limits.
Earthquake-Resistant Villa Built with 3D Printing
HuaShang Tengda's 3D printed villa in China was built on site in 45 days and can withstand magnitude 8 earthquakes.
FDM (FFF) 3D Printers – The Most Popular Type of 3D Printer
FDM (FFF) 3D printers are cheap, easy to use and work with many materials. Learn how they work, which types exist and their pros and…
Full Color 3D Printing – A New Direction in Global Technology
Full color 3D printing builds multi-colored parts during the print. See sample models and learn how CMY and CMYK full color technology works.
3D Printing Technology – A Fast Way to Build Prototypes
How 3D printing speeds up rapid prototyping: real sample parts, key benefits, common technologies and typical costs for small runs.
The Unthinkable: Making Fetus Statues with a 3D Printer
A US company turns ultrasound scans into lifelike 3D printed fetus statues. See how it works, prices, materials and how long it takes.
The 3D Printing Market Is Booming – The 3D Printer Is a Machine That Makes Everything
The global 3D printing market grew 34.9% to 3.07 billion USD. See how GE, Siemens and BAE Systems use 3D printers, and where the market…