Nobula

Small Team, Big Ideas We started Nobula with a simple question: What if we could 3D print glass, one of the oldest materials known to humankind, using lasers? That curiosity led to countless hours of tinkering, testing, and refining, and it ultimately brought us to Direct Glass Laser Deposition (DGLD®). We’re still a small team of passionate people, but the journey we’re on excites us every day. Starting Small, Thinking Big As with any startup, we’ve faced our share of challenges. We didn’t set out to change the world overnight; we wanted to create a 3D printer for glass that solves real problems where traditional manufacturing falls short. From crafting complex optical components to exploring new biomedical applications, we’re pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with glass. Right now, our goal is straightforward: prove that laser-based glass 3D printing can revolutionize industries that demand precision and advanced materials. We’re collaborating with research institutions and early adopters to explore this technology’s potential. It’s early, but the possibilities ahead are exciting. Innovation with Purpose We’re driven by the belief that what we create should be meaningful technology that have a clear purpose. We’re not just building tech for the sake of it; we aim to make this technology accessible so innovators across fields can push their own boundaries. We see breakthroughs in photonics, life sciences, and advanced optics—industries that stand to gain from our glass 3D printing. Keeping it Real At the end of the day, we’re a small team with big ambitions, but we remain grounded. We know building something from scratch takes time, patience, and hard work. Our focus is on refining our technology, getting it into the hands of those who can really use it, and learning as we go. We’ve been fortunate to connect with incredible partners who share our vision for what glass 3D printing could become. Together, we’re exploring new possibilities and seeing where this technology can take us. Looking Ahead As we move forward, we keep our feet on the ground while looking to the future. We’re excited about where this technology can go, but we know it will take time to get there. For now, we’re focused on building something that works and solving real problems for industries that need better solutions. So, that’s where we stand—an early-stage startup with a dedicated team and a vision for the future. We’re not trying to change the world overnight, but we are committed to making an impact in the industries that matter to us. It’s a journey, and we’re just getting started. Whether you’re an innovator, a researcher, or someone who believes in the power of new ideas, we invite you to join us. Together, we can explore what’s possible with glass 3D printing and build something that truly makes a difference. Let’s push boundaries, solve problems, and shape the future. #3dprinting #additivemanufacturing #glass #startup #innovation

Some more memories from Michael's visit to Brazil last spring! ☀ It is always a treat to meet inspiring people! Thank you Gustavo Barbosa for hosting our founder at your lab. We are looking forward to our future collaboration!

🔷 Take a look at yet another tiny glass marvel developed by our creative 3D printing expert and R&D Engineer - Sheng-An Yu! 🌟 We believe that one picture (or two pictures…😊) can say more than a thousand words, so enjoy this little piece of art captured by our Application Engineer – Helena.  Stay tuned for more updates from our lab! #glass #glass3Dprinting #glasspyramid

💥 💥 Thrilled to have had the opportunity to participate in the Sales & Marketing Sessions at the Scale Hub! A huge thank you to Arash Sangari and Tatjana Choudhary for inviting Nobula to this fantastic event. Special shoutout to Mathias Härenstam and Simon at Salesonomics, and Molly and Liva from EY Doberman for organizing three amazing and fulfilling days. I've learned so much and can't wait to apply these insights to our work. #ScaleHub #Networking #Learning #Nobula #Salesonomics #Doberman 👉 [Read more about Scale Hub](https://lnkd.in/duEX4hzp)

🌤 What's inside that huge black box?! 🤔 Well, sometimes serious engineering tasks include having some fun and taking the prototype glass 3D printer for a ride outside! 🌍 Two of our R&D engineers – Tomislav and Taras, are working hard to make sure the final prototype version of our glass 3D printer is fit to withstand long (and shaky!) deliveries to our customers located all around the globe! 💡 Stress-testing our prototype in creative ways is essential to ensure the maintenance of printer’s functions, such as optics system stability and laser alignment, throughout even most challenging journeys. We are working towards making sure that our customers can start printing their glass designs as soon as they unpack their printer from the box! 🙌 All summer we will be at the lab making it happen, so stay tuned for more updates! #glass3Dprinting #glass #3Dprinter #prototype

Discover the transformative power of laser ironing in glass 3D printing! Laser ironing, or laser polishing, is a micro-melting process for improving surface quality of materials. The process does not involve removal of materials from the workpiece surface, instead the laser just melt the surface. Like polishing a glass surface to perfection, laser ironing seamlessly integrates within the printing process, delivering unparalleled clarity and smoothness. By applying this technique, the layering of the 3d printing process vanish, leaving behind a flawless, transparent finish. This is ideal for both decorative pieces and functional objects, laser ironing enhances surface quality like never before. Ready to unlock the full potential of your prints? #3dprinting #additivemanufacturing #Glass3DPrinting #laser #Microfluidics #photonics #Nobula3d

On April 29th, our founder, chief-scientific officer and our go-to glass expert, Prof. Michael Fokine, gave a captivating seminar to an audience of PhD students and faculty members at the Department of Engineering at Mackenzie Presbyterian University in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The talk titled ‘Laser-based 3D printing of silica glass’ provided an in-depth summary of various additive manufacturing methods implemented for glass till date, and highlighted Nobula’s mission and latest results. 🌟 Michael engaged the crowd with compelling data and visual examples from our printing process and 3D printed products. He gave the audience a little sneak peek into his research, including innovative techniques developed in his lab for powder and filament laser-based glass 3D printing. His presentation focused not only the scientific and technical aspects of our UNBELIVEBELY cool DGLD technology, but also on the business considerations for running a successful startup company as an academic. 🚀 The seminar concluded with an interactive Q&A session, where Michael was really busy answering tons of questions from both students and the faculty. Not to brag, but as usual, our results sparked very interesting discussions and laid ground for future scientific collaborations 😊. Overall, Michael’s seminar was a great success and we are very grateful to the organizers, especially Christiano de Matos, for giving us the opportunity to spread the word about Nobula’s work as far as the Southern Hemisphere. 🌎 #glass3Dprinting #seminar #impossibleiswherewestart

Nobulans in Brazil! 🚀 ☀ Our dear collegues, Michael and Natalia, attended the 2nd International Glass School, organized by Prof. Edgar Dutra Zanotto and the Center for Research, Technology and Education in Vitreous Materials (CeRTEV), during the week of 22nd – 27th of April, hosted in beautiful (and very sunny!) São Carlos, Brazil. 🔎 Natalia, together with other 75 PhD students and postdocs from all around the world, benefited from nineteen profound lectures on fundamentals, characteristics and applications of glasses given by top-tier glass science experts. Moreover, she summarized Nobula’s mission in a 2 minute firetalk and a poster presentation. The poster, and 3D printed glass samples brought all the way from Sweden, gathered a lot of attention and inspired numerous scientific discussions on further potential applications of our 3D printers! 💡Glass experts and enthusiasts in Brazil are now acquainted with the possibilities of 3D printing glass using Nobula’s printers, what we hope will be a thriving beginning of long-term collaboration between Brazil and Sweden. Many new ideas crystallized during that busy week…! Stay tuned for more updates from Michael and Natalia's journey in Brazil! #glass3Dprinting #glassscience

Presenting a microfluidic chip that is 3D printed in glass using Nobula’s DGLD® technology. If you commute in the Stockholm area, you might find the design familiar—it was inspired by the metro map of Stockholm!   🔬 What are microfluidics? These devices manipulate fluids at a very small scale, often within channels no thicker than a human hair. Microfluidics is crucial in fields like biotechnology and medicine, where precise fluid control is essential.   🔎 Why choose glass for microfluidics? Glass is ideal for many applications due to its transparency, chemical resistance, surface properties, and thermal stability. These characteristics ensure it remains inert and stable under various conditions, making it excellent for observing and controlling biochemical environments.   🛠️ However, traditionally manufacturing glass microfluidics is challenging due to the material’s rigidity and the complexity of the required fine structures. At Nobula, we overcome these hurdles by enabling precise, scalable, and efficient 3D printing of intricate glass microfluidics designs.   Feel free to share your thoughts or reach out if you’re curious about how this technology can benefit your projects!   #Microfluidics #3DPrinting #Additivemanufacturing #Glass3DPrinting #Innovation #GlassPrinting #Labonchip

Our CEO Chunxin Liu is attending #Nordeep2024 today, first time the event is hosted in Sweden. Reach out to him if you are interested in the 3D printing of innovative glass solutions.