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Korea's Film-Thin Display Switches From 2D to 3D Instantly
Innovation•Apr 23

Korea's Film-Thin Display Switches From 2D to 3D Instantly

A South Korean research team has developed technology that transforms any smartphone screen into a glasses-free 3D display using a film thinner than a credit card. The breakthrough could bring 3D viewing to billions of mobile devices worldwide.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)•2 min read
Korea Certifies 3D Printing to Repair Ships and Equipment
Innovation•Aug 4

Korea Certifies 3D Printing to Repair Ships and Equipment

South Korea just became the first country to certify 3D printing technology for repairing damaged metal parts on ships and military equipment. Instead of replacing entire components, this breakthrough lets crews restore just the broken sections, saving time and money.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)•2 min read
IIT Grads Build India's First 3D-Printed Army House
Videos•Jun 9

IIT Grads Build India's First 3D-Printed Army House

Three engineers from IIT Gandhinagar are revolutionizing construction with 3D printing technology that builds earthquake-resistant homes in weeks instead of months. Their startup MiCoB just delivered India's first 3D-printed military housing unit to the Indian Army.

The Better India•3 min read
Australia's Lab22 Revolutionizes Metal 3D Printing Industry
Videos•Aug 3

Australia's Lab22 Revolutionizes Metal 3D Printing Industry

Australia's CSIRO has opened Lab22, a cutting-edge facility that's helping businesses transform manufacturing through metal 3D printing. Since 2015, over 4,000 visitors have discovered how this technology can create complex parts faster and cheaper than ever before.

Regional: australia innovation technology (AU)•3 min read
Singapore's 3D-Printed Bridge Uses Half the Workers
Innovation•Apr 6

Singapore's 3D-Printed Bridge Uses Half the Workers

Singapore is building its first pedestrian bridge using 3D printing technology, making construction six times faster while cutting the workforce in half. The groundbreaking project opens in 2028.

Google News - Singapore Technology•2 min read
Scientists Tune Metal Like a Guitar With 3D Printing
Innovation•Jan 21

Scientists Tune Metal Like a Guitar With 3D Printing

Researchers discovered how to control a metal's strength simply by adjusting laser speed during 3D printing, creating materials that can be tailored for any need. The breakthrough turns manufacturing into a design tool for next-generation technology.

Phys.org - Technology•3 min read
Chinese 3D Printers Make Thai Creators Out of Shoppers
Innovation•Jul 2

Chinese 3D Printers Make Thai Creators Out of Shoppers

Once reserved for engineers, consumer 3D printers are now landing in Thai homes, classrooms, and creative spaces thanks to accessible Chinese technology. A Bangkok shopping mall store is proving that everyday people can turn digital dreams into physical reality.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)•3 min read
Singapore Builds First 3D-Printed Bridge by 2028
Innovation•Apr 6

Singapore Builds First 3D-Printed Bridge by 2028

Singapore is constructing its first 3D-printed pedestrian bridge, cutting construction time by 75% while using half the workforce. The 10-meter bridge connecting Jurong West to Tengah town showcases how smart technology can solve labor shortages while building faster.

Google News - Singapore Technology•3 min read
South Korea Certifies 3D Printing to Repair Ships and Planes
Innovation•Aug 6

South Korea Certifies 3D Printing to Repair Ships and Planes

South Korea just became the first nation to certify 3D printing technology that can repair damaged metal parts on ships and military equipment, instead of replacing entire components. The breakthrough could save massive costs and extend the life of hard-to-replace parts.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)•3 min read
Korean Metal 3D Printer Breaks Into European Market
Innovation•Aug 24

Korean Metal 3D Printer Breaks Into European Market

A South Korean startup just landed its first European contract, exporting innovative metal 3D printing technology to a Czech university. The breakthrough marks a major milestone for homegrown tech competing on the global stage.

Regional: south korea technology (KR)•2 min read
AI Solves Major Flaw in 3D-Printed Metal Parts
Innovation•May 18

AI Solves Major Flaw in 3D-Printed Metal Parts

Scientists in South Korea created an AI system that predicts hidden defects in 3D-printed metal parts, solving a critical safety problem that has held back the technology for years. The breakthrough could fast-track stronger, safer components for planes and cars.

Google News - AI Breakthrough•3 min read
Singapore Builds Childcare Centre With 3D Printer in 2 Days
Innovation•Feb 7

Singapore Builds Childcare Centre With 3D Printer in 2 Days

A 3D printer just built the exterior walls of Singapore's first printed childcare centre in two days, slashing construction time by more than half. The breakthrough technology could transform how buildings go up, making construction faster, safer, and quieter.

Google News - Singapore Technology•3 min read
Singapore Space Companies Build Satellites Faster with 3D Tech
Innovation•Feb 1

Singapore Space Companies Build Satellites Faster with 3D Tech

Singapore's growing space industry is using innovative technologies like 3D printing and space-ready cameras to slash satellite production costs and speed. The national space office is backing these local companies while updating policies for the expanding global space economy.

Google News - Singapore Technology•2 min read
Scientists Create 3D Vaquita Archive to Save Tiny Porpoise
Planet Wins•Jun 17

Scientists Create 3D Vaquita Archive to Save Tiny Porpoise

Researchers have digitally preserved the world's most endangered marine mammal using advanced scanning technology. The detailed 3D models of a rare vaquita skeleton are now freely available online to inspire conservation efforts.

Science Daily•2 min read
3D Scanning LA Fire Ruins Reveals What Survived Flames
Innovation•Aug 3

3D Scanning LA Fire Ruins Reveals What Survived Flames

After the 2025 Southern California wildfires reduced neighborhoods to ash, journalist Nonny de la Peña discovered something unexpected beneath the rubble. Her team's 3D scanning technology revealed surprising survivors among the devastation, offering hope to families who lost everything.

TED•2 min read
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Innovation•Jul 27

Scientists Solve Heat Problem in Ultra-Fast 3D Printing

Researchers have found a way to cool down a revolutionary 3D printing method that creates entire objects in seconds instead of building them layer by layer. The breakthrough could help the technology scale up for real-world manufacturing.

Google News - Researchers Find•3 min read
Malaysia Creates First 3D Construction Printing Standards
Innovation•Jun 22

Malaysia Creates First 3D Construction Printing Standards

Malaysia is developing the country's first official standards for 3D construction printing, paving the way for faster, cheaper, and more sustainable building projects. The groundbreaking collaboration could position the nation as a regional leader in construction innovation.

Regional: malaysia technology (MY)•3 min read
3D-Printed Apartments Built in France in Just 34 Days
Acts of Kindness•Jun 6

3D-Printed Apartments Built in France in Just 34 Days

France just completed Europe's largest 3D-printed affordable housing complex in barely over a month, proving this technology can dramatically speed up construction while cutting costs. The success has already sparked plans for an even bigger project with 40 units.

Good Good Good•2 min read
400 Volunteers 3D Print Drone Parts for Ukraine's Army
Innovation•Apr 13

400 Volunteers 3D Print Drone Parts for Ukraine's Army

Across Europe, volunteers are running round-the-clock 3D printing operations in spare rooms and garages, producing vital drone parts and equipment for Ukrainian soldiers. This grassroots network has manufactured over 100 tonnes of military supplies, filling critical gaps when official channels run dry.

ABC Australia•2 min read
MIT's 3D-Printed Objects Change Appearance Without Electronics
Innovation•Aug 5

MIT's 3D-Printed Objects Change Appearance Without Electronics

MIT researchers created a 3D printing system that makes everyday objects visually change when you interact with them, no batteries or screens required. A chemical bottle could alert scientists when its lid isn't secure, preventing dangerous spills.

MIT News•2 min read

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