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.
Using 3D Scanning and 3D Printing to Make Composite Mold Patterns Is 5 Times More Cost-Effective
How 3D scanning and 3D printing make composite statue mold patterns in 3-7 days with up to 99% likeness, versus 1-2 months by hand.
A Breakthrough in 3D Printing Human Body Parts – 3D Technology Will Change the World
US scientists 3D printed ears, muscle and bone from living tissue. See how bioprinting works and how 3D printing is used in healthcare today.
A Bus Made with 3D Printing – 3D Printing Is the Future of Industry
Local Motors unveiled Olli, a 3D printed self-driving bus for 12 people. See how 3D printing is changing vehicle manufacturing.
Boosting Support Manufacturing Efficiency with 3D Printing
How on-demand 3D printing, from UPS and Fast Radius to shop-floor jigs and fixtures, makes support manufacturing faster and cheaper.
Rebuilding the Face of an Ancient Peruvian Lord with 3D Technology
Experts used 3D scanning and modeling to rebuild the face of the Lord of Sipan, a Moche ruler who lived about 1,900 years ago.
Full-Color 3D Printing: A New Craze in Vietnam
Full-color 3D printing is catching on in Vietnam. Learn how CMY/CMYK, PolyJet and binder jetting work and where color prints are used.
What Does 3D Technology Include and How Does It Work?
An overview of 3D technology: scanners, printers, software and how scanning, design, printing and inspection form one digital workflow.
FDM 3D Printing: The Most Popular 3D Printing Technology Today
How FDM 3D printing works, low-end vs. mid-range vs. high-end FDM printers, common materials and when FDM is the right choice.
3D Printing Technologies You May Not Know About
A quick guide to the main 3D printing technologies, SLA, PolyJet, FDM, SLS, 3DP, LOM and SLM, and how to pick the right one.