News and Insights of 3D Printing and Manufacturing
Researchers at RWTH Aachen University’s Chair Digital Additive Production (DAP), working with the reACT alliance, are developing bioresorbable implants designed to fit each patient’s needs.
JR West, JR West Innovations, and the Japanese 3D construction printing company Serendix have unveiled plans to build the world’s first 3D printed train station. This revolutionary project, set to debut at Hatsushima Station in Wakayama Prefecture, marks a major milestone in railway construction as Japan looks to address challenges from its aging workforce.
Stratasys Ltd. (NASDAQ: SSYS), a manufacturer of polymer 3D printing solutions, and Siemens Healthineers, a global provider of medical imaging technology, have introduced patient-specific 3D printed phantoms designed to enhance computed tomography (CT) imaging. Research presented at the Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) annual meeting demonstrates the accuracy of these models, which replicate human anatomy with high precision.
Vertico has introduced the Solo Robot, an advanced standalone 3D concrete printing system designed to enhance construction efficiency and flexibility. This latest solution from the Dutch company caters to various applications, from large-scale prefabrication to experimental architectural designs.
Researchers at Pusan National University (PNU) have developed a way to 3D print fat tissue that could speed up wound healing, offering potential relief for patients with chronic injuries and burns.
Azure Printed Homes, a sustainable 3D printed small dwellings company, has been named the winner of this year’s SWSX Urban Experience Award.
Lincotek’s Medical Division has secured a patent for a 3D printed screw designed to enhance bone ingrowth and offer greater customization for orthopedic procedures.
ICON, one of the leading construction 3D printing companies, has partnered with the architecture firm Michael Hsu Office of Architecture and the developer Catellus to 3D print a dozen two-story residential homes in the Mueller community in Austin, Texas. Additionally, a selection of one-bedroom homes will also be coming soon within the Mueller Affordable Homes Program.
CAD-Ray, a provider of digital dentistry solutions with over 100 years of experience in dental scanning and milling, and Zylo3D, a company founded in 2023 specializing in automated, all-in-one chairside 3D printing, have partnered to offer a comprehensive dental 3D printing solution. This new solution integrates Zylo3D’s AI-driven software with CAD-Ray’s focus on affordability.
Chinese drug 3D printing firm Triastek has announced that its 3D printed drug product, D23, Budesonide Ileum Targeted Tablets for the treatment of IgAN (Immunoglobulin A Nephropathy)—a kidney disorder characterized by the buildup of immunoglobulin A (IgA) deposits in the kidneys—has demonstrated favorable results in a recent clinical study.