Is this you? As a journalist, you can create a free Muck Rack account to customize your profile, list your contact preferences, and upload a portfolio of your best work.
Claim your profile
Articles by Hanna Watkin
3D Printed Jewelry: Outstanding Pieces in 2024
If you're looking for something special, personal, and outstanding, then 3D printed jewelry is perfect for you. Check out some great pieces!
How to 3D Print a Name Tag Using Tinkercad
Creating personalized objects has never been so easy thanks to Tinkercad. Read on to learn how to 3D print your very own name tag!
Edelkrone Launches Partially 3D Printable Tabletop Dolly for DSLR Cameras
Do you want to bring fun, curvy camera motion to your camera shots but find yourself on a tight budget? Edelkrone, the well-known creator of photography and film systems, has developed a product to suit you. The Skater 3D is described as an easy-to-use, 3D printable, tabletop dolly for DSLR and mirrorless cameras. The company claims it is perfect for interviews and product shots. This is a new product under the ORTAK umbrella, Edelkrone’s branch for 3D printable products (All3DP reported).
MyMiniFactory Launches In-Browser 3D File Customizer
MyMiniFactory has launched an in-browser tool to enable makers who don’t work on CAD software to customize their STL files before printing. It’s called Customizer and it’s in its beta phase. “The focus of the customizer is on the designer and maker experience,” explains developer Adrian Delgado in a press release.
How 3D Printing is Speeding up the Development of Electric Cars
Without an internal combustion engine (ICE), it’s possible to design cars which look very different from those which we are used to driving every day. This means electric vehicles (EV) can be smaller and more compact. Additive manufacturing is helping speed up the design and development process of these electric vehicles. Though many of these vehicles are not yet available at your local car dealership, they’re certainly heading that way.
3D Printed Latex Masks can Fool Facial Recognition Systems
ThatsMyFace is a company which uses two headshots to 3D print your face – fun gadget, right? But: their technology can be used to trick facial recognition systems. Remember the latex faces from “Mission Impossible” agent Ethan Hunt wears to trick his opponents? They have become a reality (although they can’t be produced as fast as in the movies) thanks to 3D printing. Companies such as ThatsMyFace, based in Oregon, are already using 3D printing to create life-like representations of faces.
Cura 4.2 Launches: Promises Greater Stability Than Before
Ultimaker, a manufacturer of professional open-source 3D printer, has launched the latest version of the easy-to-use print preparation software. Cura 4.2 is now available to download from the company's website. Another day, another Cura update. This time around, the 3D print preparation software boasts usability improvements, which the company claims will simplify 3D printing workflows.
Conjoined Twins Separated with Help of 3D Printing
After months of planning and over 50 hours of surgery, doctors separated two-year-old Pakistani twins Safa and Marwa, who were born conjoined at the head. The process was aided in part by 3D printing and modeling. Surgeons Owase Jeelani and David Dunaway of Great Ormond Street Hospital (GOSH), UK, took on the mammoth task of separating them. Safa and Marwa are the third set of twins conjoined at the head to be operated on at GOSH. However, they were the most difficult to separate.
Wacker to Unveil New ACEO Silicone 3D Printer
At the world’s premier fair for the plastics and rubber industry, K 2019, Wacker will unveil the newly developed version of its ACEO 3D printing technology with silicone rubber. For those not in the know, ACEO stands for Wacker’s 3D printing service utilized by developers, prototyping specialists, and scientists from a wide range of industries.
Volkswagen uses AI and 3D Printing to Produce Lightweight Car Parts
Volkswagen (VW) Group is using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and 3D printing produce car components which can be more complex and light-weight. The Germany-based company recently showcased its new process at its Innovation and Engineering Center California (IECC). On display was its first vehicle to have parts designed using AI and manufactured with a 3D printer, the company’s modern electric version of a retrofitted 1962 Microbus.
New Balance and Formlabs Launch TripleCell 3D Printing Platform to Reduce Sole Weight
New Balance, the Boston-based footwear manufacturer, worked with Massachusetts-based 3D printing experts, Formlabs to launch a new platform called TripleCell.
Zortrax Launches Specialized Biocompatible Resins for Prosthetics and Dentistry
Zortrax, a Polish 3D printer and filament manufacturer, has launched new materials to produce end-use models for prosthetics and dentistry industries. “Zortrax is taking its next big leap towards the medical market, introducing specialized biocompatible resins that are optimized for the Inkspire 3D printer,” said Kama Polak, a PR representative for Zortrax. The company’s new specialized biocompatible resins are called the Raydent Surgical Guide Resin and the Raydent Crown & Bridge Resin.
Shapeways Launches Three New Acrylate-Based SLA Plastic Materials
Shapeways, the New York-based 3D printing service, has launched three new acrylate-based SLA Plastic materials which are super tough, offer good dimensional accuracy, and have a smooth surface quality. Shapeways, the Dutch-founded yet New York-based 3D printing marketplace and service, announced its latest 3D printing materials – three “super tough” acrylate-based SLA Plastic materials.
Photocentric Launches "Disruptive" LC Magna DLP Printer Offering Large Build Volume
Photocentric, the manufacturer of 3D printers and resin based in Peterborough, UK, is introducing the Liquid Crystal (LC) Magna, which it is calling the largest build volume LCD screen-based printer on the market. The LC Magna boasts a build volume of 510 mm x 280 mm x 350 mm. The company also claims this printer is cost-effective and enables large component prototyping and custom mass manufacture.
Edelkrone Launches 3D Printable Ortak Line for DIY Photo Rigs
Edelkrone, the well-known creator of photography and film dolly and slider systems, now offers a 3D printable FlexTilt Head. For $30, you get some essential aluminum parts, add some 3D printed ones and save yourself at least $100. Edelkrone, a company producing tools for filmmakers, has announced the launch of its new Ortak line which provides “co-manufactured” products that cost a lot less but need to be 3D printed at home.
Michelin and GM Unveil 3D Printed Puncture Proof Tire Prototype Called Uptis
Michelin and General Motors (GM) unveiled a 3D printed prototype tire representing a new generation of airless wheel technology at the Movin’On Summit for sustainable mobility in Montreal. The tire’s name Uptis stands for “Unique Puncture-proof Tire System” and was designed for use in passenger vehicles. “Uptis demonstrates that Michelin’s vision for a future of sustainable mobility is clearly an achievable dream.
Office Depot Collaborates with 3Doodler to Launch Educational 3D Printing Kit
Office Depot, an American office supplies company, has announced the launch four new education-focused activity kits called Juku in a press release. For one of the kits, Office Depot teamed up with 3Doodler which created a new 3D printing pen to be part of one of the exclusive Juku STEAM kits.
Professional 3D Printing: The State of the Industry
3D printing company Sculpteo recently surveyed professionals, their use of and plans for 3D printing. Answered by some 1,300 people, the results provide an in-depth overview of the mindset and makeup and intentions toward a fast-moving fabrication process that has seen widespread adoption across numerous industries. Piled into a downloadable ‘State of the Industry’ report, Sculpteo explains the 2019 edition is its biggest yet.
Prusa Renames Slic3r PE as PrusaSlicer and Gives it a Huge Revamp
PrusaSlicer 2.0 is here with many new features. Josef Průša, the founder of Prusa3D, explained in a blog post that as the old name of its slicer was “really confusing”, it has been changed. He adds: “Even in our own materials, we often didn’t include the “PE” suffix and the community used Slic3r and Slic3r PE pretty much interchangeably.
Ultimaker Cura 4.1 Beta Released with UX Improvements and Slicing Enhancements
Ultimaker has launched a new beta update to its open-source 3D printing slicer, Cura. This version, Cura 4.1, promises to bring more control to a user's 3D printing workflow. It was only a couple of weeks ago that Ultimaker launched the stable version of Cura 4.0. But, the 3D printer manufacturer is back with yet another update for its free, open-source 3D printing slicer.
Mything is a Marketplace for 3D Printing Launching in Austria
This week, an Austrian start-up called Mything is being launched. The website is a 3D printing marketplace and aims to be the Amazon for this technology. Someday, most things we own may be produced locally by 3D printers. Bringing this dream closer to reality is Austrian startup, Mything. The company is launching this week and provides a 3D printing marketplace. Impressively, before launching, Mything managed to secure €2 million in investment.
Fuller Moto's Futuristic 2029 Custom Motorcycle Manufactured with Metal 3D Printing
Fuller Moto, the Atlanta, Georgia based custom vehicle shop, used 3D printing to develop the 2029 Majestic motorcycle, based on the ahead of its time French designed 1929 Majestic motorcycle. The original motorcycle is a favorite of Bobby Haas, a Dallas-based collector. He gave the shop the go-ahead to work on building the futuristic motorcycle. “We know we’re doing something that has never been done before.
Engineers Using 3D Printed Sugar Stents to Improve Surgery Success
During surgery, one time-consuming and challenging aspect of a surgeon’s work is stitching arteries. The work is necessary to restore blood flow to certain areas but is extremely skill-dependent. In order to make this tricky microsurgery somewhat easier, engineers at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln are developing 3D printed sugar-based stents.
Copper3D Releases First of Its Kind Anti-Bacterial PLA Material
Chilean/US startup Copper3D released an anti-bacterial PLA material, which it says is the only 3D printing filament of its kind. The company is starting what it calls the “The Antibacterial 3D Printing Revolution.” In February it won the NASA Nebraska Space Grant to study and develop antimicrobial 3D printed medical devices on the International Space Station (ISS).
Ultimaker Cura 4.0 Released with Improved User Interface and Updated Custom Mode Panel
The 3D printer manufacturer Ultimaker has released a new update to Cura, the free and open-source 3D printing slicer. The latest version, Cura 4.0, includes an updated user interface, a redesigned custom mode panel, a new "Add Printer" dialog box, user ratings for plugins, and more. Have you downloaded and tried out the latest Ultimaker Cura beta release yet? If so, a few of your ideas or feedback may have been integrated into the newest update of the maker community’s favorite 3D printing slicer.
LAIKA, Nike and Stratasys Collaborate on Missing Link x Nike Air Max Susan
Missing Link, a new film from Portland-based stop-motion animation studio LAIKA, is collaborated with Nike and Stratasys to create an exclusive pair of 3D-printed shoes: Missing Link x Nike Air Max Susan. The comedy film, which Zack Galifianakis, Hugh Jackman, Zoe Saldana, Timothy Olyphant and Emma Thompson are part of, comes out in April.
Fillamentum Releases Vinyl 303: Printable Polyvinylchloride Filament | All3DP
One of the first ever 3D printable polyvinylchloride filaments is now available to buy. Fillamentum, a global 3D printing filaments producer, worked in cooperation with NAKAN, the leader in PVC, TPE and TPO compounds, to develop a printable polyvinylchloride. The filament, called Vinyl 303, is now available to purchase from the Fillamentum website. It belongs to the line of Fillamentum Industrial family.
LSU Student 3D Prints Full Size Human Phantom for Testing Radiation Therapy
The first actual-size “human body” has been 3D printed and her name is Marie. Her creator is not Dr Frankenstein but Meagan Moore, a student at Louisiana State University (LSU). Moore is studying Biological and Agricultural Engineering and needed a way to find the best angle of dose distribution for radiation exposure on a real-size human. She needed a “phantom” but when traditionally made, they can cost up to $40,000 and have no limbs.
Canon Announces 3D Printing Technology and Material for Highly Accurate Ceramic Parts
Compared to plastic and metal 3D printers, we don’t see nearly as many ceramic printers. This is largely due to the fact that there isn’t nearly as much demand for them and ceramic-based materials regularly don’t produce accurate prints. In fact, most 3D printed ceramics shrink by approximately 20% during post-annealing processes, making the process difficult at best for prototyping and end-use parts in many industries.
3D Printed Patterned Landscapes of Cyprus
These 3D printed patterned landscapes will have you booking your next holiday to the historical country of Cyprus in a heartbeat. A stunning set of 3D printed, patterned landscapes have been created by students from the University of Nicosia in Cyprus. Michail Georgiou from the university was inspired by the history and traditions of the country. He decided to mix traditions with modern technology during his recent course in Advanced Computer Aided Design.
Nudees: 3D Printed Naked Versions of Yourself
Surely naked 3D printed selfies are narcissism at its finest? But it seems that 3D printed figurine service Nudee is here to stay and there’s certainly no going back now. Quirky UK retailer Firebox has brought the Nudee service to us. All you need to get your hands on your own naked body is simply send in two selfies of your face. “With Nudees we wanted to represent all body sizes. Everyone,” Emily Herriott, head of Personalised gifts at Firebox.com, said in a statement.
Modeclix Collection Releases Beautiful 3D Printed Dresses
Are you interested in having your own fashionable 3D printed dress to be the talking point of the party? This Modeclix collection may be perfect for you. Developers from the University of Herfordshire in the UK have announced a prototype collection of 3D printed dresses created using their Modeclix technology. The project has created wearable and customizable dresses which have similar qualities to cloth and are easier to move in than other 3D printed dresses we’ve seen so far.
PrintYourMind3D Launch Contest for Students to Solve Waste PLA Problem
PrintYourMind3D, the Canadian 3D print reseller, has launched a contest aimed at Alberta students which hopes to tackle 3D printer waste with new innovative disposal methods. PrintYourMind3D explains: “This competition aims to utilize 3D printed waste filament as an opportunity to educate students about the importance of sustainable development, technology and practices.
3D Print a Life-Size Tyrion Lannister
A Thingiverse user has 3D printed a life-size version of the Games of Thrones character, Tyrion Lannister. The print took 1,400 hours and is made of ten pieces which took six days to print. Although we’ve seen around many great Game of Thrones 3D models to 3D print, none of them have been as cool as a life-sized version of one of the characters. Thingiverse user “Sir_Ken”, also known as Jeff Christianson, decided to 3D print Tyrion Lannister, also known as “the Imp” or “the Half-man”.
Women in 3D Printing’s "Diversity for A.M. Report" Calls for Widespread Social Change
Women in 3D Printing is an organization which does exactly what it says on the tin. It's dedicated to inspiring, supporting and promoting women using Additive Manufacturing technologies. Its "Diversity for A.M. #Q2 2018 Report" offers some interesting insights into the industry. Smashing the glass ceiling, female representation in the workplace and the gender pay gap are currently topics of great discussion across all industries.
Autodesk's NetFabb 2019.0 is Now Available to Download
Autodesk has now introduced its 2019 version of Netfabb, the additive manufacturing and design software. Improvements such as better 3MF support and changes to the latticing function should make working with 3D printable files more comfortable. For its 2019.0, or July 2018 update, Autodesk is making sure to keep up to speed with the fact that 3D printing is being used more regularly as a production technology.
Barcelona’s University Launches Master Degree in Additive Manufacturing
The CIM UPC, the technological center of the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya, is launching a Master in Design and Engineering for Additive Manufacturing which is the first course of its kind in Spain to focus on 3D printing. If you want to learn about every aspect of 3D printing, from industrial product design to transforming a company’s entire value chain, you may be interested in a new Masters program at CIM UPC.
Ultimaker Releases Cura 3.4 After Successful Beta Trial
After a successful beta trial, Ultimaker is releasing a new version of its popular slicing software, Cura 3.4. You can download it now from the company's website for free. After a successful beta trial, Ultimaker just released the new version of its popular slicing software, Cura 3.4. You can download it now from the company’s website for free. Cura is one of the most loved 3D slicers in the 3D printing community and Ultimaker makes sure this remains the case by iterating fast.
10 Apps, Sites, and Products for the Eco-Conscious Traveller
Articles on this site contain affiliate links, meaning we may be compensated if you purchase a product or service after clicking them. Read our full disclosure policy here. Do you have a guilty conscience about how often you jump on and off a plane? The harsh reality we all have to face as travellers is that our carbon footprints are seriously harming the planet. If having less impact on the world we all share is something that concerns you, there are many ways to be more eco-conscious.
Ottawa Symphony Orchestra Incorporate 3D Printed Instruments into Classical Music
In November, Ottawa Symphony Orchestra will open its new season with a concert which will feature eight 3D printed instruments and a performance by the winner of the “National 3D Printed Musical Instrument Challenge”. Ottawa Symphony Orchestra (OSO) will be opening its new season on November 4th with Johann Sebastian Bach’s The Art of the Fugue at the Canadian Aviation and Space Museum.
ColorFabb to Launch New Color on Demand Filament Service in June
Color on Demand is a new service coming soon from colorFabb which will enable you to have the color you want matched and produced. With more choice than ever, you can either order from the dozens of RAL colors or create your own. colorFabb will soon be offering a service which works in a similar way to when you visit a hardware store and customize your paint color. However, instead of off-white paint, you’ll be able to customize your filament color.
Youbionic Develops New Version of 3D Printed Bionic Hand
Italian startup Youbionic has developed a new 3D printed bionic hand which they claim can perform all movements that a biological hand can. However, with a price tag of €1,499, it doesn’t come cheap. Youbionic, an Italian startup working with robotics and bionics, has developed a bionic hand called “Youbionic Hand” which they hope will interact with the outside world in a similar fashion to a biological hand.
First Permanent 3D Printed Food Restaurant Premieres in the Netherlands
Dutch company byFlow and chef Jan Smink are pairing up to launch the first permanent restaurant for 3D printed food in Wolvega, the Netherlands. The launch is scheduled for September 2018. Bookings start in mid-May. byFlow is a Dutch company which created a 3D printer specifically for printing food called the byFlow Focus (see video below). You can either make your own pastes or buy byFlow’s to print with. Better yet, the printer can also be folded into a suitcase meaning it’s very portable.
Wikimedia Commons Enables 3D Model Uploads and Downloads
Wikimedia Commons has enabled a new feature which will allow you to upload 3D models. The first upload is a model by the #NEWPALMYRA project, honoring Bassel Khartabil. In 2015, the Wikimedia community was surveyed and a wish list was realized. On that list, number eleven is to add 3D models on Wikimedia Commons. Wikimedia is slowly making its way down the list, adding green ticks next to each of the wishes they’ve delivered on.
Sony’s 3D Creator Scanning App Integrates with New MyMiniFactory App
You can now 3D scan your face using Sony’s 3D Creator, add a hat using MyMiniFactory’s new app and 3D print the whole thing with a few simple clicks. You may remember Sony’s launch of the 3D Creator app which allows Xperia owners with compatible devices to scan a face or object in 3D (find an in-depth review of the scanner app here). Since then, the company has been working on new capabilities for the scanning app. The latest development is the integration with a MyMiniFactory app.
New MDF and Plywood Laser Cutting Materials Available at Sculpteo
Sculpteo is offering two new material options on their laser cutting platform: MDF material of just 2mm thickness and “Ceiba Wood” plywood. 3D printing service Sculpteo is updating and releasing two new laser cutting materials. The French company which specializes in 3D printing regularly releases new materials and finishing options for 3D printers. However, they’re now introducing two new materials for laser cutting.
RAMLAB & Partners Develop World's First 3D Printed Ship Propeller
The Port of Rotterdam’s Additive Manufacturing LAB unveiled a 3D printing project to print the first marine propeller – called the ‘WAAMpeller.’ Raise your hand if you like waiting a long time for repair parts! For the maritime industry anyway, thankfully, times are changing. A project based out of the Port of Rotterdam’s Additive Manufacturing LAB (RAMLAB) facility is speeding up manufacturing for ship parts.
Somos and 3D Hubs Collaborate to Create 3D Printed Tools and Molds
Somos and 3D Hubs are joining forces to offer customers access to highly accurate 3D printed tools and molds with a quick turnaround time. The Dutch company 3D Hubs has made a name for itself by offering customers localized and professional 3D printing services. This has allowed people without 3D printers to have their ideas produced no matter where they are. Now, 3D Hubs is partnering up with the 3D printing materials producer Somos to focus in on a more industrial market.
3D Hubs Tops 1 Million Parts on Path to Distributed Manufacturing
After four years of helping customers manufacture parts locally, online printing community 3D Hubs announces making over a million parts. 3D Hubs began life as a group of friends in Amsterdam, their bicycles, and the latest technology. Four years ago the group, who all owned 3D printers, started delivering custom-made 3D printed parts to customers by bicycle. “Our first order was handled by Ruben, a 13 year old running a printer out of his dining room,” explains co-founder Bram de Zwart.
Ionic3DP Soon to Launch New Type of High Quality 3D Printer
Less is more Ionic3DP Soon to Launch New Type of High Quality 3D Printer Ionic3DP’s new 3D printer, Kappa, will employ a unique lightweight construction in order to guarantee higher quality prints. Singapore-based company Ionic3DP is preparing to launch a 3D printer that is easy to assemble, and still able to produce high-quality prints. All of this is made possible through the Kappa’s unique construction, which makes use of a technique commonly employed in the automotive sector.
Show More
loading
Actions
Is this you?
As a journalist, you can create a free Muck Rack account to customize your profile, list your contact preferences, and upload a portfolio of your best work.Get in touch with Hanna
Contact Hanna, search articles and posts on X, monitor coverage, and track replies from one place.
Learn more about Muck Rack