Bootstrapping vs Fundraising: How Makelab successfully navigates a labyrinth of uncertainties.

This article is the second part of a series dedicated to the changing investment landscape in the AM industry. The first part of this...

The investment landscape is changing. What should founders consider to grow their Additive Manufacturing business?

“Capital is going to be hard to come by.” These words were uttered twice in the exact same way in two separate interviews with...

A look at the strategy that enables General Atomics Aeronautical Systems to reach beyond 75% of 3D printed parts in an aircraft.

With millions of dollars already saved in tooling, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) shares the lessons-learned of their journey with industrial Additive Manufacturing....

Understanding the infiltration and coating processes for Additive Manufactured parts

Whether it is light or cheap, a 3D printed part delivers value when it performs well. The thing is, achieving that performance often begins...

Focus: Evonik on the role of polymer materials in improving the next generation of 3D printed implants

Anywhere, anytime: someone may get ill or get seriously injured, thus requiring a medical implant. According to a jointly report published by the American...

Can ceramic AM add value to the automotive and aerospace industries? From R&D to commercial applications.

As far as ceramic AM is concerned, one vertical industry where the growth potential is assured is the healthcare industry. This comes as no...

(Critical) Challenges raised and solved by high-performance polymers for AM – Key examples in the automotive industry

In an industry where the growth of AM is often highlighted through a strong focus on metals, it should be noted that polymers remain...

Software: Is AI the “magic word” designed to make your product design less boring?

In our recap of the year, we observed that technology companies have been continuously working on more robust software solutions across the manufacturing workflow;...

Dossier: Understanding the complexities and opportunities of Multi-Laser Additive Manufacturing

One thing fans of Star Wars and fans of laser games would likely agree with, is that lasers are super cool. Why? You could...

“Blockchain technology has just overcome its days of extreme hype.” The journey now needs to converge AM & Sustainability

Just fourteen years ago, blockchain appeared onto the scene of the financial market as the power behind cryptocurrencies. Over time, the technology found its...