ac5678da4ea3a6610f1212c7a369ae73.jpg

Tiandu scientists successfully prototype lunar regolith 3D printer Aerospace AM

by Architecture

A groundbreaking 3D printing system developed by Chinese scientists at Tiandu Laboratory has explored using only on-site-sourced lunar soil to build habitats, paving the way for the large-scale, on-site construction of lunar research stations. The Deep Space Exploration Laboratory in Hefei, Anhui Province, has successfully prototyped a lunar regolith 3D printer that eliminates the need for Earth-sourced construction materials, according to Yang Honglun, a senior engineer at the lab.

Multifunctional construction 3D printer integrates ‘Shotcrete’ capability Construction 3D Printing

by Architecture

Construction 3D printing specialist COBOD International has developed what it refers to as the “first commercially available multifunctional construction robot”. Engineered in cooperation with Technical University of Braunschweig’s Institute for Structural Design (ITE), the robotic system is capable of both depositing layers of concrete in-situ using COBOD’s gantry-based system and Shotcrete 3D printing thanks to the integration of a telescopic unit with robotic arm. This added functionality facilitates the printing of more complex structures, including those with overhangs, like tunnels, as well as to print retaining walls and to reinforce concrete.

Dimension Ortho Partners with Rothman Orthopaedics to Advance Personalized Fracture Care

by Medical

Dimension Ortho, a provider of 3D printed orthotics, has entered into a partnership with Rothman Orthopaedics, a major U.S.-based orthopedic practice recognized for its work in musculoskeletal care. This collaboration will enable Rothman to implement Dimension Ortho’s platform for customized bracing and fracture care across its clinical network, with the goal of elevating patient care standards.

3D printing and synthetic lichens for self-growing Mars habitats Construction 3D Printing

by Architecture

In recent years, 3D printing has been positioned as a promising solution for building habitats both on the Moon and on Mars. It makes sense: launching building supplies from Earth into space would be prohibitively expensive and 3D printing could offer a way to make structures using local materials. An innovative research project coming out of Texas A&M University is exploring this possibility and adding a new dimension to it through the introduction of living materials.

Ricoh launches Ricoh 3D for Healthcare, LLC to accelerate patient-specific device adoption

by Medical

Ricoh USA, the North American arm of the Japanese digital services multinational, has announced the formation of Ricoh 3D for Healthcare, LLC, a new legal entity dedicated to delivering FDA-cleared, patient-specific 3D printed medical devices at hospitals across the United States. The company, unveiled on June 17, 2025, will enhance Ricoh’s ability to meet growing clinical demand for personalized care, streamline regulatory compliance, and support point-of-care manufacturing.

3D Printed Motor Neuron Organoids by Uppsala Researchers Could Accelerate ALS Drug Development

by Medical

Researchers at Uppsala University in Sweden have developed 3D printed models from patient-derived cells to simulate motor neurons in the lab. These structures, known as motor neuron organoids, are expected to support research into neurodegenerative diseases such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) and help explore treatment strategies without the need for invasive procedures.