# 3D Printing
This year
2023
First ever 3D-printed rocket lifts off from Cape Canaveral but fails to reach orbit
A US company has successfully launched a rocket made of 85% 3D-printed parts but it failed to reach orbit.
All time
Man (26) jailed in first UK conviction for firearms manufacture using a 3D printer
Tendai Muswere was sentenced today to three years imprisonment.
Texas company sells plans for 3D guns, despite court ruling
Yesterday, a judge in Seattle blocked Defense Distributed from posting the blueprints online.
Scientists develop 3D printed 'living tattoo' that responds to its surroundings
The team has demonstrated its breakthrough by printing a living tattoo onto the skin of people.
3D-printed bone breakthrough made by Dublin researchers
The new method involves using 3D printing to build cartilage which has been proven to help bone growth.
Why this 3D printing startup is making the move towards physical stores
After experimenting with its first store, 3D printing fashion startup Love & Robots is looking to make it a permanent fixture in Dublin, and has an eye on further afield.
This start-up prints 3D hands for disabled kids so they can feel like superheroes
“The hands can have a magical ability to make a kid feel good about his or her special hand or arm, and give them some confidence.”
This tortoise got a brand new 3D-printed shell after her own one was damaged
Her name is Cleopatra, and she looks fierce.
Robert Downey Jr surprised a young fan with his very own 'Iron Man arm'
Alex was born with a partially-developed right arm – but now he’s a superhero, too.
Weird Wide Web: A 3D printed miracle, a robot bartender and exploring your own street in virtual reality
All of your essential tech and social media news for the week in one byte-sized portion.
Say hello to the world's first 3D-printed laptop
The makers of Pi-Top hope their custom laptop will teach users to become more computer literate by learning how to dismantle and reassemble it.
A 3D printed vertebra was used to fix a boy's spine
The surgery took place in China and is the first of its kind.
3D printed guns are useless says a firearms expert
Unless they’re supposed to lob bullets in the air, then break.
Column: 3D printing raises huge opportunities and challenges for society
Various industries – including motor, aerospace, fashion and toy manufacturing – are embracing 3D printing and pushing boundaries. But what potential challenges might lie ahead for this astonishing technology?
Ever wanted to 3D print your own objects? Now you can
With 3D printing and similar machines only available to the big businesses, fab labs gives the public access to these tools, but what are they? And where can you find one?
US company unveils multi-material colour 3D printer
The printer combines three coloured materials – cyan, magnenta and yellow – to print out as many as 46 colours into one model.
Weird Wide Web: Bad passwords, printed chocolate and creepy human emojis
All of your essential tech and social media news for the week in one byte-sized portion.
What you need to know about 3D printing
It’s been around since the 80s but it’s only recently that 3D printing has hit the mainstream. So how does it work?
The best 3D printers that appeared at CES 2014
With a wide range of 3D printers announced and displayed at this year’s CES, here are the ones you should keep an eye on.
British fighter jet flies using 3D printed parts
It’s estimated that 3D printing parts would help the RAF save €1.4 million.
The five tech trends that will help shape 2014
With an eventful year gone by, the next twelve months could see the rise of 3D printing and wearable technology.
Designer creates self-healing, 3D-printed running shoes
The running shoes, which could become a reality by 2050, would react to pressure and provide extra cushioning if needed.
Designer creates self-healing, 3D-printed running shoes
The running shoes, which could become a reality by 2050, would react to pressure and provide extra cushioning if needed.
Artist can create your portrait from a single hair off your head
DNA sequencing meets 3D printing meets artistry. Wow.
Inventions wanted: Digital Irish dancing shoes, 'keepy uppy' counter
Some of Ireland’s brightest technical, design and artistic minds are coming together in Dublin to brainstorm solutions for unusual requests.
Dutch architect to build house with 3D printer
The 12,000 sq ft ‘house’ would take around 18 months to build (and you might even be able to build it on the moon).
Irish company signs major 3D printing deal with Staples
Staples will offer 3D printing using the Iris printing machine, developed by Co Louth company Mcor Technologies.
