Multicolor 3D printing without extra hardware? PrusaSlicer’s ColorMix beta alternates filaments layer-by-layer to simulate new hues. Currently calibrated for Prusament PLA and Prusa XL. Discover more. #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrinting #4additive Link to the article in the first comment 👇

#3Dzyk #News Snapmaker Celebrates 10th Anniversary with Multi-Color 3D Printing Ecosystem Upgrade #Snapmaker will celebrate its 10th #anniversary in June 2026. The company is rolling out product and software updates centered around multi-color 3D printing, community engagement, and material expansion, which includes adding 0.2mm, 0.6mm, and 0.8mm hardened steel hotends to its U1 system. The company will also launch filaments such as TPU95A HF, PETG HF, and Silk PLA, with plans to develop a model library dedicated to U1 multi-color 3D printing later in 2026.

🦷🖨️ 𝗔 𝗦𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲𝗿-𝗜𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗽𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗙𝗿𝗮𝗺𝗲𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗚-𝗖𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝟯𝗗 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 — by Michel Beyer et al. This study introduces a slicer-independent framework to quantify how slicing software influences geometric accuracy in medical 3D printing.  Using 20 mandibular models and five commonly used slicers, the authors evaluated G-code-induced deviations through surface distance, RMS deviation, and volumetric analysis.  The findings show that slicer selection can contribute substantially to overall FDM printing errors, with PrusaSlicer providing the highest surface accuracy and Simplify3D and Slic3r demonstrating strong repeatability. 🏥 Access and read for free: https://lnkd.in/g_ujCcUh #MDPIjimaging #Medical3DPrinting #MedicalImaging #3DPrinting #AdditiveManufacturing #DigitalHealth #PatientSpecificCare #BiomedicalEngineering #HealthcareTechnology

𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗱𝗲𝘀𝗸𝘁𝗼𝗽 𝟯𝗗 𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗼𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗱? 𝗡𝗼 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺 🤖 One of the biggest challenges in desktop FDM 3D printing is the need for manual intervention between print jobs. This solution tacklees this with an automated build plate management system that removes completed prints, loads a fresh build plate, and starts the next job automatically, 𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗿𝘂𝗲 𝟮𝟰/𝟳 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻. By reducing downtime and operator involvement, the solution helps print farms, service bureaus, and manufacturers increase printer utilization and productivity without investing in additional machines. 𝘊𝘳𝘦𝘥𝘪𝘵 - 𝘖𝘛𝘛𝘖𝘔𝘈𝘛3𝘋 👏 #3dprinting #additivemanufacturing 3D Alliances, 3D Evaluate, Kristian Oftebro, Cooper Tsai

Tonight's Streaming topic: "What Happens After You Design an Orthotic? A Complete 3D Printing Workflow." Most conversations around digital orthotics focus on scanning and CAD design. But the manufacturing workflow is where many clinicians and labs get stuck. Tonight I'll walk through: • Recommended 3D printers for orthotics • TPU and foaming TPU materials • Slicer software and print settings • Common mistakes when printing orthotics • How digital manufacturing is changing the future of custom foot orthoses Whether you're a podiatrist, pedorthist, student, or simply curious about 3D printed orthotics, feel free to join the discussion and ask questions live. The future of orthotics isn't just digital design—it's understanding the entire workflow from scan to finished device. Check out at https://lnkd.in/e9V4p9wX Wednesday at 6PM Eastern for live stream.

3D Prototype Printing for Faster Product Validation A physical prototype can reveal design concerns that are difficult to judge from a screen alone. IDC supports 3D prototype printing for concept evaluation, assembly understanding, ergonomic review and product development communication. By converting ideas into reviewable physical models, teams can discuss form, interaction and practicality earlier — helping improve design direction before final manufacturing decisions. Where do you see the highest value of 3D prototypes — concept review, assembly check or client presentation? #3DPrinting #PrototypeDevelopment #ProductDesign #EngineeringDesign #DesignValidation #IDC

Someone just printed a 3D Benchy in 74 seconds. The Benchy is the standard quality benchmark for 3D printing, and hitting that time meant pushing every variable simultaneously. Pulley and belt systems optimized for minimal slop, rigidity improvements to eliminate flex under high acceleration, input shaping to cancel the resonance frequencies that cause ringing artifacts at speed. What's actually impressive is the diagnostic methodology. Dial indicators to measure mechanical play, a 3D scanner to analyze print quality objectively, and frequency analysis to identify and cancel specific resonance modes in the frame itself.

Ready to take your AFO workflows to the next level? 💻 Watch back our recent webinar to discover how easy LeoAFO design can be with our latest release! Here’s what you’ll learn: ✅ How to save and load custom design templates to save hours of work. ✅ New manual posture correction tools for precise forefoot abduction/adduction. ✅ Real-time measurement values displayed directly on your 3D models. ✅ Expert tips on achieving perfect trim line symmetry and designing for 3D printing vs. CNC manufacturing. 📺 Watch the full webinar here: https://lnkd.in/dRE66z2P #OandP #3DDesign #LeoShape #Orthotics #3DPrinting