Brian Obudho

Brian Obudho is a member of All3DP’s Content Academy and contributing writer for All3DP.com.

3D Printing, Take One Mar 10, 2019

3D Printing & Movies – When 3D Printers Steal the Spotlight

3D printers are stealing the spotlight on the big screen, adding an element of futurism and enlightening viewers. Here, we list eight awesome examples where 3D printers have appeared on set.

Carbon to Carbon, Dust to Dust Mar 5, 2019

The Best CO₂ Laser Engraver Machines

Much can be made with a laser engraver, from decorations to advertisements to toys to gifts. Check out the best CO₂ laser engravers on the market.

Don't Lose Your Marbles Feb 10, 2019

[Project] 3D Printed Marble Clock

Want to tell the time using marbles? In this project, Görkem Bozkurt teaches us how to use a smart rail system, marbles, and 3D printed parts to make an ingenious timepiece.

LED Bed Leveler Feb 9, 2019

[Project] 3D Printer Bed Leveling Tool

TechKiwiGadgets teaches us how to make a 3D printed LED bed leveler that uses a DIY sensor and a LED bar graph to tell the relative distance between the print bed and the extruder.

Snowmobiling Through WInter Feb 3, 2019

[Project] Shred in this 3D Printed Snowmobile

Want to skid through the polar vortex on a DIY snowmobile? Learn how to make a remote-controlled 3D printed snowmobile created by Polish maker Nikodem Bartnik.

Soft Soothing Light Jan 27, 2019

[Project] Get Your Zen on With This 3D Printed Shoji Lamp

Want to add some Zen to your home? Take a look at this 3D printed Shoji Lamp, a Japanese-style lamp that features transparent panels situated within a minimalistic wooden frame.

Wicked Mask Jan 26, 2019

[Project] LED-Powered Majora’s Mask Replica From Legend of Zelda

Are you a fan of the Zelda video game series? Learn how to build a 3D printed replica of Majora's Mask replica that uses LEDs and a microcontroller to radiates some wicked light.

Turn Up the Fun Jan 20, 2019

[Project] Cell Phone Etch-A-Sketch

Revisiting a classic, we create a digital version of the Etch-A-Sketch. Learn how to convert your cellphone into a digital plotting toy using 3D printing technology.

3D PCB Jan 19, 2019

3D Printed Circuit Board: How to Make Your Own

Check out this easy project tutorial to learn how to make your own solderless 3D printed circuit board using conductive epoxy.

Performance is Key Dec 20, 2018

5 Must-Have Alfawise U20 Upgrades & Mods

Despite being a popular printer, the Alfawise U20 has its shortcomings. In this article, we take a look at some of the best upgrades for the Alfawise U20. Don't settle for mediocre!

Sound Over Water Dec 9, 2018

[Project] Floating Portable Speaker

Ever gone for a dip in a lake or the ocean and wished you could get closer to the music? That's exactly what Instructables user BryantM thought when he developed his floating portable speaker, which we'll look at in this Weeked Project.

Tick Tock Dec 8, 2018

[Project] Auto-Correcting Analog Clock

In this Weekend Project, we build an "old" analog clock, designed by Instructables user gzumwalt. The 3D printed gadget corrects itself via software and an NTP clock server.

Deploy Rainbows Dec 2, 2018

[Project] NeoPixel Bike Light

This week, Adafruit shows us how to make a sci-fi-inspired bike headlight, inspired by jet engines and rocket boosters. Cycle through various colors and animations with the RGB LED button.

The Firmest of Handshakes Sep 30, 2018

[Project] Robotic Hand

Open Bionics combines 3D printing and open source designs to make affordable robotic hands that are just as advanced as many commercially available prosthetics. Their latest addition is the Brunel Hand 2.0, which any willing DIYer can print and assemble.

Watertight Airboat Aug 24, 2018

[Project] Set Sail in This 3D Printed RC Airboat

For today's Weekend Project, we're looking at a 3D printed RC Airboat by maker Simon Sörensen. After some trial and error, the 3D printing enthusiast was able to create a functional boat design – and you can too!

Extruder Upgrade Aug 22, 2018

5 Best Anet A8 Extruder Upgrades

One of the ways to enhance the print quality of the popular Anet A8 is by upgrading its extruder. Here, we list some of the best extruders that will take your printing experience to the next level.

Higher Resolution = Better Prints Aug 16, 2018

High Resolution 3D Printer – What Does It Mean

The resolution is an indication of printing quality and must be understood from all the three dimensions. Here, we dig deeper into what resolution means on both the vertical and horizontal planes, helping you understand what exactly resolution means in desktop 3D printing

Eliminate Extrusion Errors Jul 13, 2018

[Project] Make Your Own Filament Sensor

To avoid occasional printing errors, you're better off with a sensor that lets you know whenever your filament breaks, runs out, or gets tangled on the spool. Read on to learn how to make your own.