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Junction Function
PrusaSlicer Update Boosts Cornering Speed & Fixes Annoying Surface Flaws

PrusaSlicer's 2.9.4 release uses new 'Junction Deviation' motion planning to take corners like a race car, all while fixing a critical bug for notably smoother prints.

by Jonny Edge Nov 11, 2025
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Oldie but Goodie
Stereolithography: SLA 3D Printing Simply Explained

Stereolithography is the oldest form of 3D printing. Read on to learn all about how the technology works and how it compares!

May 21, 2023
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Doing the Splits
How to Split a Model in Cura – Simply Explained

Did you know that you can split an STL file in Cura? Split models easily with this tutorial, which includes two methods. Read on for more!

by Tom Kray May 8, 2023
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Mill It, Print It, Make It
CNC vs 3D Printer: The Differences Simply Explained

CNC machines come in all sorts of guises, even 3D printers. Read on to learn the differences between CNC vs. 3D printers!

by Andreas Giencke Apr 28, 2023
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Tradition Meets the Future
Ceramic 3D Printing: Clay 3D Printing Simply Explained

Ceramic 3D printing can be used for highly technical applications but also for pottery and decorative pieces. Read on to learn more about it!

by Ross Lawless Mar 20, 2023
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Bob Marlin or Marlin Brando?
10 Good Reasons to Use Marlin Firmware

Marlin is the most popular 3D printer firmware for a reason. Discover all the reasons why you should use it on your desktop 3D printer.

by Lucas Carolo Oct 18, 2022
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Just Hanging Out
Non-Planar 3D Printing: 90° Overhangs

Looking for a challenge? How about printing 90° overhangs without supports? Read on and find out all about non-planar 3D printing.

by Leo Gregurić Feb 27, 2022
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See the Light!
What Is a UV 3D Printer? – Simply Explained

A UV 3D printer uses liquid resin and light to create solid parts. Read on for our rundown of the different types of UV 3D printers.

by Leo Gregurić Oct 30, 2020
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Lay It On
How Does a 3D Printer Work? – Simply Explained

How does a 3D printer work? Take a quick look at the process of what's also known in the trade as additive manufacturing.

by Tobias Hullette May 3, 2020
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Need for Speed
SLA vs FDM: Is Resin 3D Printing Faster?

Is SLA printing faster than FDM? Print speed has more factors than you might think. Read on to get the full story.

by Hironori Kondo Apr 7, 2020
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Fix or Flop?
3D Printing Repair: Use Your Printer to Fix Everything

With a 3D printer, household items breaking doesn't have to be an issue. Check out these 3D printing repairs for all manner of home emergencies.

by Benjamin Goldschmidt Jan 13, 2020
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Old Meets New
3D Printing vs Injection Molding – Know the Differences

3D printing and injection molding may be vastly different processes, but both hold valuable places in manufacturing. Learn more in this handy guide!

by Melanie Griffin Jul 22, 2019
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Virtual Meets Physical
How to Design Parts for FDM 3D Printing

Thingiverse can only take you so far when you crave complex geometries. In this guide, we open the doors to geometric freedom by presenting the fundamentals of FDM design requirements.

by Brian Obudho Mar 14, 2019
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