9 Great 3D Printing Jobs | Business News Daily

November 9, 2023November 8, 2023 ~ knjohn ~ Leave a comment

Former President Barack Obama once said 3D printing has the “potential to revolutionize the way we make almost everything.” If you aren’t using the technology yet, know that plenty of people are already using it across a number of sectors. 3D printing had a global market size of $16.8 billion in 2022, according to Grand View Research. By 2030, that number is expected to hit more than $72 billion.

As the 3D printing industry booms, what does this mean for job seekers? There are many career opportunities that have been created or are getting a boost from the popularity of 3D printing. But there are also pros and cons to consider before pursuing one.

4D Printing | Cool Business Ideas

March 10, 2022March 8, 2022 ~ knjohn ~ Leave a comment

It wasn’t so long ago that 3D printing was the new kid on the block. Now the term 4D printing is making headlines, stretching our ability to conceptualize once again. To understand 4D printing, it helps to have a better familiarity with 3D printing.

3D printing was originally developed in 1984 by Charles Hull. However, it was 2007 before anyone other than businesses and the one ultra-techie neighbor on the block gained access to 3D printers that used filament instead of ink. That’s because they finally became affordable for the house user around that time. Since then, like most technology, 3D printers have become smaller, faster, cheaper and more versatile.

The first 3D printers were slow, meticulously producing a single letter or a small figurine over a 12-hour window. Now we’re printing 3D houses, replacement parts, interior design pieces, furniture and so much more.

How This $140 Million Design Software Startup Uses Math To Help Power The Shift To 3D Printing | Forbes

October 9, 2020October 7, 2020 ~ knjohn ~ Leave a comment

Bradley Rothenberg, cofounder and CEO of nTopology, is building next-generation design software that relies on mathematical computations to create 3D-printed parts and products that are lighter and more efficient than would be possible with older CAD systems. As 3D printing takes hold as a means for mass production in industries like aerospace, automotive and healthcare, his New York City-based startup expects revenue to more than triple this year, to $5 million, up from $1.5 million in 2019.

That’s still tiny, of course, but the market for this type of cloud-based generative design software is growing so fast that in June – six months earlier than expected and despite the pandemic – nTopology raised $42 million led by Insight Partners at a valuation of $140 million. The fresh capital will help nTopology, which has 82 employees, expand as industries including aerospace, automotive and healthcare adopt 3D printing for future products, such as electric vehicles.