Filament 3D printing, also known as FDM (fused deposition modeling) or material extrusion, involves melting filament which is ...

Once the stuff of science fiction, 3D printers are now mainstream tools for creation and innovation. These devices, which transform digital blueprints into physical objects, have dramatically evolved ...

If this machine had hit the shelves just a few months ago, it would have gone straight to the top of our best 3D printers list. It's absolutely superb. However, in the wings are the new multitool ...

I spent last weekend at Maryland’s 3DPrintopia, a celebration of all things 3D printing. The event is an eclectic mix of the latest tech, mixed with homebrew 3D printers, merchants, and geeks showing ...

Additionally, there is an overall meta file for each vendor (Orca 3D.json). For easier understanding, let's consider a scenario with a printer manufacturer called Orca 3D. The manufacturer offers one ...

Making nylon plastic from raw chemicals used to be a very common demo; depending where and when you grew up, you may well have done it in high school or even earlier. What’s not common is taking that ...

I'm the baby and kids gear writer, a mom to three and former teacher. After spending time with lots of elementary-aged kids, I compiled a list of the best gifts for 8-years-olds. “Toys and experiences ...