Advanced engineering is reshaping 3D printing, merging DIY creativity with industrial precision through smarter design, materials, and automation.

Etsy’s tighter restrictions around 3D printed goods have surprised many makers. The platform claims the move is meant to protect intellectual property and curb unauthorized reproduction of designs.

3D printing is no longer just a futuristic buzzword—it’s shaping industries, powering innovation, and transforming the way we design and manufacture products.

Is open-source 3D printing losing its spark, or is it evolving into something new? Prusa Research, a titan in the 3D printing world, recently made headlines with moves that have some questioning the future of open-source hardware