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Build Chemistry with Your 3D Printer
[Project] 3D Printed Modular Molecule Lamp

Want to build chemistry with your 3D printer? Learn how to design and 3D print your own modular molecule lamp with this scientific and terrific 3D printing project.

by Tyler Koslow
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Hot Wheels
[Project] A Fully 3D Printed Wind-Up Car

This 3D printed wind-up car by maker Brian Brocken gives a modern twist on a classic toy. Best of all, all you need is a 3D printer and some filament to make your own.

by Tyler Koslow
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Springy New Upgrades
BuildTak FlexPlate Review – Is It Worth It?

Ever wish you could bend your build plate to get those difficult prints off of the surface without damaging them? Well, BuildTak has a solution for you, but is it really worth the price tag? Let's find out!

by Emmett Grames
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They Giveth and Taketh Away
Additive vs Subtractive Manufacturing – Simply Explained

Most will be familiar with 3D printing as a form of additive manufacturing, but what about subtractive manufacturing? Let's take a closer look at both!

by Herb Weiner
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All About That Flow
Nozzle Clogging vs Hot End Oozing – What’s the Difference?

Clogging – the bane of all 3D printing enthusiasts. Oozing – a lesser known problem often mistaken for the first. So how do you tell them apart? That's what we're here for! Read on for tips and tricks that will help you discover whether your extrusion issue is a single jam or something else completely...

by Emmett Grames
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Control Matters
Matterhackers Releases MatterControl 2.0 3D Printing Software

MatterHackers has just released MatterControl 2.0, the latest version of its free all-in-one software that allows users to design, organize, slice, and print their 3D models from one platform.

by Tyler Koslow
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INTAMSYS FUNMAT PRO 410 is a Smart 3D Printer Built for Professional Use

The Shanghai-based manufacturer INTAMSYS has released the FUNMAT PRO 410, a professional 3D printer that features a dual extrusion system, a sizable 305 x 305 x 406 mm build volume, and the ability to print with engineering-grade materials.

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See Clearly Now
DIY Fluorescence Microscope uses 3D Printed Parts and Smartphone Camera

It's possible to build your own low-cost fluorescence microscope – just use either a USB microscope or a DSLR with 3D printed parts and follow the tutorial from maker Jonathan Bumstead.

by Hanna Watkin
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Frugal Finds
NEJE DK-8-KZ Laser Engraver: Review the Specs

The NEJE DK-8-KZ is an incredibly affordable and compact laser engrave. Let's review its specs.

by Tyler Koslow
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Polished Perfection
3D Printed Jewelry – 4 Best Places to Buy It

What better way to dress than with 3D printed jewelry? Whether you're looking to buy some new accessories or just gawk at beautiful jewelry, you've come to the right place. Deck yourself out with innovative designs made by talented artists, all available online.

by Tian Ooi
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Training for the Future
DOBOT Magician Robotic Arm: Review the Specs

The DOBOT Magician is a multifunctional desktop robotic arm that is designed for practical training education. Review the specs here.

by Tyler Koslow
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Retro Redesign
Student Redesigns Nintendo 64 Joystick using 3D Printing

Nam Le, a student from California Polytechnic State University, reverse engineered a Nintendo 64 joystick system from scratch using upcycled controllers. His redesign is sturdier, more durable and longer-lasting than current joysticks.

by Hanna Watkin
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Draw Yourself Up!
10 Best Drawing Tablets of 2018

Looking for a drawing tablet for digital art or professional use? Check out our 2018 guide to the 10 best drawing tablets on the market right now.

by Max von Übel
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Getting Meta with Molds
Researchers Optimize Silicone Mold Fabrication with 3D Printed “Metamolds”

Researchers have developed a new tool to produce 3D printed "metamolds", which can be used to fabricate optimized silicone molds in a quick and cost-effective manner.

by Hanna Watkin
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Paging Dr. Resin
Carbon Launches Medical-Grade MPU 100 Resin for DLS 3D Printers

Carbon has launched MPU 100, the first-ever medical-grade material for its Digital Light Synthesis machines. It offers a combination of mechanical strength, biocompatibility, and sterilizability.

by Hanna Watkin
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Spray Away
[Project] Crank Out the Fun with This 3D Printed Manivelle Water Gun

The summer might be coming to a close, but that doesn't mean you can't soak your friends and family in a water fight. Spray away with this 3D printed Manivelle Water Gun designed by maker Hassan Nasser. 

by Tyler Koslow
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No More Fake Prints
Researchers Defeat 3D Printing Piracy with Hidden QR Codes

Researchers at NYU Tandon and NYU Abu Dhabi have developed the means to insulate 3D printing from piracy by converting flat QR codes into hidden features within a printed part.

by Hanna Watkin
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A Fun(gi) Project
[Project] Get Groovy with 3D Printed LED Magic Mushrooms

Turn your home into a magical forest of fungi with the 3D printed Magic Mushroom lighting decoration –created by German designer UniversalMaker. 

by Tyler Koslow
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The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Print Bed Adhesion.
3D Printer Tape: The Best Tapes For 3D Printing

Cheap, colorful, and available pretty much everywhere, 3D printer tape is one of the affordable solutions to 3D print bed adhesion. Read on as we look at the pros and cons of the different tapes out there.

by Peter Ferris
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Target Practice
[Project] Take Aim With a 3D Printed Miniature Compound Bow

Looking for an affordable and fun project to round out the summer with? Why not practice your archery skills with a fully 3D printed miniature compound bow.

by Tyler Koslow
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