Friday, January 16, 2026

Velo3D, US Army sign deal to develop 3D-printed parts for military supply chains

Velo3D has entered into a Cooperative Research and Development Agreement with the US Army’s DEVCOM Ground Vehicle Systems Center to develop and qualify additively manufactured metal parts aimed at addressing supply chain challenges affecting ground combat vehicles and other military systems.

Additive manufacturing by 3D People used in maritime sustainability project

Manufacturing expertise from London-based additive manufacturer 3D People has been used to produce a critical component for a maritime efficiency system trialled on a liquefied natural gas carrier.

Duke launches $3.2M NIH study using 3D-printed lung model

Duke School of Medicine has announced the launch of a four-year, USD 3.2 million research effort aimed at developing and using a 3D-printed living lung model to better understand how influenza interacts with bacteria in the human respiratory system.

Polymer extrusion 3D printing market set for long-term growth amid low-cost adoption, AM Research...

Additive Manufacturing Research (AM Research) has published a new market report outlining its assessment of the polymer extrusion 3D printing sector, estimating the market will be worth USD 2.2 billion in 2025 and grow to USD 6.1 billion by 2034. 

MIT uses machine learning to create stronger printable aluminium

MIT engineers have developed a 3D-printable aluminium alloy that is significantly stronger and more heat-resistant than conventional aluminium, a breakthrough that could support the development of lighter components for aerospace and other industrial applications, according to the institute.

New 3D printing approach aims to accelerate semiconductor manufacturing – UT Austin

Engineers at the University of Texas at Austin are leading a collaborative research effort to develop a new 3D printing approach that could change how semiconductor chips and electronic packages are manufactured. 

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