I recently picked up 3D printing as a hobby. It almost feels unreal to be able to print pretty much any object I want to.

I got into 3D printing with the same fantasy a lot of people do: I’d crank out clever fixes for everyday annoyances and feel ...

FDM (fused deposition modeling) 3D printers, better known as filament 3D printers, come in a wide range of models, at a wide range of prices, with many different features. Whether you're new to 3D ...

Most 3D printing enthusiasts have encountered quality issues during their printing journey. Halfway through a complex project, problems such as sagging bridges, uneven surfaces, or inconsistent ...

If we’re honest, our workshop isn’t as clean as it probably should be, and likely many makers out there will say the same. This can have knock-on effects, such as iron filings clogging motors, or in ...

One of the problems with using 3D printers is that support materials, failed parts, unnecessary test models, etc. tend to accumulate as waste. A device called ' ExtrudeX ' has been released that turns ...

It's looking more and more certain that 3D printing has a serious safety problem. Though largely overlooked in the tech press, the problem is pervasive and could impact millions of students, patients, ...