It may seem distinctly low-tech compared to some of the many technology trends I write about, but 3D and 4D printing will have very wide applications – and could be particularly powerful when combined ...

Editorial Note: We earn a commission from partner links on Forbes Advisor. Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. The 3D printing industry is valued at more than $17 billion ...

Adam Hayes, Ph.D., CFA, is a financial writer with 15+ years Wall Street experience as a derivatives trader. Besides his extensive derivative trading expertise, Adam is an expert in economics and ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. A 3D printer cannot make any object on demand like the "Star Trek" replicators of science fiction ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Since 3D printers debuted in the 1980s, the devices have been used ...

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James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s. While his main areas of expertise are maker tools -- 3D printers, vinyl cutters, paper printers, and laser ...

For decades, sci-fi programmes and films have featured food replicators that generate meals at the touch of a button. But such technology is no longer the stuff of futuristic fiction – it’s here now ...

Ansys, Materialise, and Faro Technologies lead the industry in revenue growth Noah has about a year of writing experience. He's worked on his investing website dealing with topics such as the stock ...

3D printing can offer great benefits in medicine, but it also raises a number of ethical questions as the technology develops, says Susan Dodds. Three-dimensional printing technologies have the ...

In 2022, most investors have been eager to sell off their more aggressive assets. By way of example, consider that while the broader S&P 500 is down a little over 20%, we can see a big divide in the ...