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3D Printing Metal Made Simple
Researchers Use Bulk Metallic Glasses to Simplify Metal 3D Printing Process

Researchers appear to have found a simpler method for 3D printing metal by using bulk metallic glasses (BMGs). The process is still theoretical, but the researchers believe it may soon become commercially usable. 

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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Another Shot...
3D Printed Gun Blueprints Are Being Sold Online Despite Court Order

Attempting to circumvent a recent court order blocking 3D printable gun blueprints from being shared online, Defense Distributed is now selling the files to customers in states that have not imposed a ban.

by Tyler Koslow
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The Last Shot?
US Federal Judge Extends Ban on 3D Printable Gun Blueprints

3D printable gun blueprints will remain offline after a federal judge from Washington State extends a court order to block Defense Distributed from sharing firearm designs on its website.

by Tyler Koslow
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Perfect for Broke Artists
The World’s First 3D Printed Printmaking Press Is Now Free to Download

The Open Press Project is the world's first 3D printed printmaking press which is a lot less expensive than traditional presses and just €5 in materials.

by Hanna Watkin
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Watertight Airboat
[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!

by Brian Obudho
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Build it!
[Project] Lego Rover

Looking for a fun weekend project? If so, look no further than this two-wheeled rover created by The Ruiz Brothers of Adafruit. Powered by Adafruit's electronic components, Microsoft's MakeCode, LEGO and 3D printed parts this funky 'bot performs movements with interactive sounds and lights.

by Leo Gregurić
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2D to 3D
3D Printing a Logo: The Easiest Way and How to Do It

Want to show the world "who did it" or "where it's from"? Let us show you just how easy 3D printing a logo is thanks to free software!

by Peter Ferris
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Maker for a Day
3D Printer Rental – Why & Where to Rent

Is 3D printer rental a doable way for boosting 3D printing all around the world? In any case, you'll need to know the possibilities offered by renting 3D printers.

by Lorenzo Vannozzi
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3D Printing Meets "Calligraffiti"
Pokras Lampas 3D Prints Lost Soviet-Era ‘Girl with an Oar’ Statue

Russian artist, Pokras Lampas' most recent installation for the 90th anniversary of Moscow's Gorky Park is a 3D printed copy of the famous Soviet sculpture, Girl with an Oar, covered with quotes from modern Russian literature.

by Hanna Watkin
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Under the Sea
Designer Creates Beautiful Plastic Reef Series with Generative Algorithms

Fernando Jerez, a computer science teacher, amateur designer, and 3D printing hobbyist, has been working on a community project called the Plastic Reef series. He recently finished the fourth design for the series.

by Hanna Watkin
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Caution All Cosplayers
3D Printed Gun Hysteria Gone Too Far? Australian Man Faces Jail Over “Costume Props”

A man from Sydney is facing a serious jail sentence after advertising one of his 3D printed imitation weapons in a private Facebook group. He claims that the replica firearms were made as costume props, blurring the lines between dangerous DIY guns and cosplay items.

by Tyler Koslow
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Machine Created Masterpieces
Producing Animations with an Automated Light Painting Rig

A recent University of Maryland graduate has shown how he automated the light painting process using a custom built rig, precise camera movements and robot-controlled lights. The results are spectacular.

by Hanna Watkin
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Shots (Not) Fired
Federal Judge Blocks Release of 3D Gun Models, But Defense Distributed Defies Court Ruling

Following a controversial court settlement that allowed Defense Distributed to share 3D printable gun blueprints online this week, a federal judge in Seattle has stepped in to issue a temporary restraining order and stop the release. But the pro-gun rights organization seems to have other plans...

by Tyler Koslow
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Super Smart Slab
ETH Zurich Uses 3D Sand Printed Formwork to Build Concrete Smart Slab

Researchers at ETH Zurich have realized the first full-scale architectural project using 3D sand printing for its formwork. The result is a huge lightweight concrete "Smart Slab" at the DFAB House.

by Hanna Watkin
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Materialise to 3D Print a Full Mammoth Skeleton

In a holistic demonstration of its abilities, Materialise is creating a complete life-size replica of the Lier Mammoth. The new mammoth skeleton will go on display in the city of Lier, where the original was discovered, in October.

by Matthew Mensley
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The Printer's the Limit
3D Printed Jet Engines: The Most Advanced (with Videos)

3D printing is a game-changer in many industries, from shoes to houses to engines! Check out the most advanced of 3D printed jet engines (with videos).

by Tian Ooi
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All the Best
Printrbot Shuts Down After Seven Years of Creating Open-Source 3D Printers

Printrbot, the 3D printing manufacturer which was founded in 2011 with the launch of its original Printrbot printer on Kickstarter, has announced that it's now sadly closing its doors. 

by Hanna Watkin
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Virtual Reality Oddity
“David Bowie is” Exhibit to be Re-Launched as VR and AR Experience

After six years and twelve cities, the "David Bowie is" exhibition has now ended. However, if you didn't get a chance to view the exhibition in person, it will soon be relaunched in AR and VR. 

by Hanna Watkin
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Available on GitHub
Creality’s Ender 3 3D Printer is Now Fully Open Source

Creality3D, the Chinese manufacturer of 3D printers, has announced the open-sourcing of its most popular 3D printer, the Ender-3. This makes it the first Open Source Hardware Association certified 3D printer in China.

by Hanna Watkin
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