From the Workshop

CityUHK and the University of Cambridge have established the Centre for Advanced and Smart Manufacturing in support of Hong Kong’s Industry 5.0 goals. Here’s a cautious look at what the [...]

Nylon (PA) and HIPS suit different applications. Choose by distinguishing wear and mechanical function from prototyping needs.

TPE is suited to flexible parts, while ASA is used for rigid FDM parts intended for outdoor use. Learn how to choose based on your application.

PETG and Copper PLA suit different needs: one excels in functional FDM parts, while the other is a choice for decorative models with a metallic look.

PLA and glass-fiber-reinforced filament are suited to different needs. How should you choose based on a part’s rigidity, printability, and operating conditions?

Bambu Lab’s global assistive-device challenge, announced on September 18, 2026, brings the role of FDM printing in personalized accessibility solutions back into focus.

The Georgia Sea Turtle Center developed a custom 3D-printed floating harness for Cebu, a sea turtle that lost the ability to swim, demonstrating the value of iterative design for low-volume, [...]

General Motors’ expansion of Stratasys FDM systems to more than 20 manufacturing facilities shows why 3D printing is gaining value for in-plant jigs, fixtures and production aids.

Examples from Georgia-Pacific’s Muskogee and Brewton facilities show how FDM-based onsite 3D printing can reduce waiting times for small spare parts, fixtures, and workplace safety solutions.

According to AM Research, the 3D printing market reached $4.48 billion in Q2 2026, highlighting practical implications of polymer and service-market growth for FDM users.