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Pen for All, All for Pen
Is a 3D Printing Pen a Toy or a Serious Tool?

By now, 3D pens are nothing new. Yet, some of us are still doubtful as to their usefulness. Are they really anything more than toys designed for children? The answer is yes. Let's find out why!

by Farai Mashambanhaka
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No Pencils Needed
DWG File (AutoCAD) – All You Need to Know

Wondering what DWG means? For what it is used for? Check out this brief but complete guide with everything you need to know about DWG files.

by Genaro Ponce
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New and Improved
JGAurora A5S 3D Printer: Review the Specs

The JGAurora A5S 3D printer is an upgraded version of the JGAurora A5, featuring a handful of new components and features. Is it worth the uptick in price? Review the specs to find out.

by Tyler Koslow
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Clear the Air
[Project] 3D Printed Air Purifier to Reduce ABS Odor & Harmful VOC’s

Do you like 3D printing with ABS but hate the smell that comes with it? Now you can 3D print your own air purifier to reduce ABS odor and harmful VOC's.

by Tyler Koslow
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Every Book Needs a Cover
Surface Modeling (CAD) – Simply Explained

Solid modeling -- manipulating and combining blocks -- can only take you so far. This article explains what surface modeling is, exploring the benefits it delivers compared to solid modeling.

by Marko Perić
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A New Age of SLS?
Sintratec S2 SLS 3D Printer – Review the Specs & Price

The Sintratec S2 is a modular SLS 3D printing system that provides an automated end-to-end solution, from the sintering process to material surface treatment. Review the specs and price.

by Tyler Koslow
Featured image of [Project] Become Banksy With This 3D Printed Replica of the Self-Destructing “Love is in the Bin”
Priceless Shredded Pieces
[Project] Become Banksy With This 3D Printed Replica of the Self-Destructing “Love is in the Bin”

New York-based designer Dave Buchanan has created a 3D printed replica of Banksy's self-destructing "Love is in the Bin," a piece of performance art that gives the impression that the canvas is being shredded inside of the picture frame.

by Tyler Koslow
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Piecemeal Programming
OpenSCAD Tutorial for Advanced Users – Modules & Functions

OpenSCAD is a open-source software for 3D modeling and is perfect for making precise and parametric models with just a few lines of code. In this OpenSCAD tutorial, we'll be discussing two features of OpenSCAD that let its best qualities shine through: Modules and Functions!

by Michael Jones
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It's a Beast
MakerGear Unveils MakerGear Ultra One Industrial Series 3D Printer

Ahead of a public showing at IMTS, MakerGear unveils the MakerGear Ultra One - a tank of a printer taking aim at industrial-quality printing.

by Matthew Mensley
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Google Earth Miniatures
3D Print Your Local Area from Google Earth using Still Shots and Photogrammetry

Using photogrammetry and a 3D printer, you can create the perfect "new home" gift: A miniature model of your neighborhood or town with the help of Google Earth.

by Hanna Watkin
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Keep Your Prints Looking Pretty
3D Printing Skirt – When Should You Use It

A lot can go wrong when finally filament starts to flow. A good way to keep those early issues away from your precious 3D print is to use a skirt. Keep reading to find out how what exactly a skirt is and why it can help!

by Abhimanyu Chavan
Featured image of [Project] Turn Back Time with a 3D Printed Delorean Clock From ‘Back to the Future’
Great Scott!
[Project] Turn Back Time with a 3D Printed Delorean Clock From ‘Back to the Future’

Have you always wanted to travel through time like Marty McFly and Doc Brown in 'Back to the Future'? Well, Great Scott! Now you can with this amazing 3D printed Delorean clock. 

by Tyler Koslow
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Filament Friday
Polymaker PolyLite PLA (Lulzbot Green) Filament Review

Polymaker offers its PolyLite PLA in a bright green color. Join us as we take a spool of Polymaker PolyLite PLA Lulzbot Green filament for a test ride.

by Anatol Locker
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Time to Shine
[Project] 3D Print a Sleek 7-Segment LED Clock

Combine function and form with this 7-segment LED clock, designed by Kansas-based maker Leonard Lee. It reliably delivers accurate time -- down to the second -- while at the same time adding a little light to your life.

by Sean Rohringer
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A New Race Record?
Volkswagen Uses 3D Printing for Pikes Peak Hill Climb Supercar

Volkswagen, the German automotive manufacturing company, has unveiled its supercar, the I.D. R Pikes Peak electric, which will compete in the Pikes Peak International Hill climb in Colorado Springs next month. With only a short time-frame to develop the car, the team used 3D printing to prototype components. 

by Hanna Watkin
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Lights, Camera, Action!
[Project] 3D Printed Motorized Turntable for Photo & Video

Want to capture all 360 degrees of an object with your camera? Adafruit has recently shared a 3D printing project that shows you how to create an inexpensive turntable made for photographers and videographers. 

by Tyler Koslow
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Color your Prints
M3D Crane Quad: Review the Facts of this Full Color 3D Printer

With the new M3D Crane Quad, FDM color 3D printing is getting one step closer - and surely a lot cheaper. In this "M3D Crane Quad: Review the Facts" article we take a look at its specs and new features of this interesting machine.

by Anatol Locker
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Hear That?!
[Project] 3D Printed Mini Bluetooth Speakers

Ever wanted to use your 3D printer to create the ultimate speaker box? Coder and tinker Yasthil Bhagwandeen shares a new Instructables project on how to build your very own 3D Printed Mini Bluetooth Speakers. Now that sounds cool...

by Tyler Koslow
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Come Sail Away
Sail Away on DIY Electric Mini Boat Made with 3D Printing and Laser Cutting

Industrial designer Josh Tulberg has created the Mini Boat, a 6ft electric boat manufactured with 3D printing and laser cutting technology. You can order a DIY kit from his website Rapid Whale, or build the Mini Boat from scratch using his step-by-step instructions.  

by Hanna Watkin
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No Laughing Matter
LulzBot Mini Review: This Mighty 3D Printer Does the Job

The LulzBot Mini is an open-source desktop 3D printer which is an absolute joy to use on a day-to-day basis. Read our LulzBot Mini review.

by Bulent Yusuf
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