The Digital Thread

A look back at the last 40 years of 3D printing and how digital manufacturing has evolved.

Partnership between Protolabs and All Design Lab brings metal 3D-printed tennis racket to life

Whether you're new to 3D print or a seasoned engineer with years of experience under your belt, visit Protolabs to delve into our dictionary of 3D print.

Learn the key differences between two popular polymer 3D printing processes—stereolithography (SLA) and selective laser sintering (SLS).

The jewellery production sector has enthusiastically embraced 3D printing. In this blog, we explore the 3D printing processes commonly used in jewellery production.

Learn about the various types of 3D printing technologies available for rapid prototyping and production parts and how to choose the best one for you.

Although considered a relative newcomer, 3D printing has roots as far back as 1945. This blog will give a comprehensive overview of 3D printing and it's processes.

The architecture industry is undergoing a game-changing transformation thanks to 3D printing. In this blog we explore how architects are embracing this technology to revolutionise how they design, construct, and experience buildings.

3D printing is often a great entry route to prototyping plastic parts mainly because it is a quick, flexible, and cost-effective process. But what happens next?

Here we take a brief look at selective laser sintering advantages and disadvantages to see if it could be the right choice for you.

3D printing is making major inroads into customising medical implants for individuals. It allows implant manufacturers and sometimes even hospitals to create complex geometries and patient specific solutions that saves the surgeon time and improves a patient’s outcome.

Stereolithography advantages and disadvantages