Here are some of the stories that caught our eye from the AM landscape this week. Chinese spacecraft takes microgravity laser AM equipment into space A spacecraft designed for space ...

Editor’s note: This is the first article in a two-part series exploring additive manufacturing. The Pentagon has poured unprecedented funds into additive manufacturing as a potential game-changer for ...

Delve into the frontier of additive manufacturing with our exclusive Collection from Scientific Reports. Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D printing, has revolutionized the production of complex ...

Historically, the evolution of aerospace materials processing has been driven by the unyielding quest for lighter, stronger, and more durable materials. From the initial days of wood and fabric in ...

Additive manufacturing enthusiasts, about 10 years ago, described a dream where 3D printing rose from rapid prototyping and design into a large-scale production technology. In 2024, financial ...

Additive manufacturing has long been seen as a go-to for prototyping. But today, it’s something far more integral: It's a driver of scalable innovation and, increasingly, a viable method for ...

In recent years, reshoring has evolved from a strategic consideration to a central priority for both policymakers and businesses. A combination of supply chain disruptions, rising import costs, and ...

Thought LeadersProf. Bo ChenProfessor in MaterialsUniversity of Southampton Prof. Bo Chen, a Professor in Materials at the University of Southampton, UK, focuses on the structural integrity and ...

A year ago, it was merger mania with companies offering nearly $2 billion to buy each other. Now, the remaining players in the additive manufacturing space are finally poised to complete some mergers, ...