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Bill Nye the Science Guy Loves 3D Printing

When it comes to science and education, Bill Nye the Science Guy really knows his stuff. So what does he think of 3D printing technology?

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Deus Ex Inspired 3D Printed Retractable Sunglasses, Triggered by UV

This Reddit user was so inspired by the video game series Deus Ex that he designed and 3D printed retractable sunglasses triggered by UV rays.

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Artificially Intelligent 3D Printer Creates “Daedalus Pavilion”

Ai Build showcases Daedalus Pavilion at the GPU Technology Conference in Amsterdam, a 3D printed structure built by intelligent robots.

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Skyrim Props: 15 Greatest 3D Models to 3D Print

Finally, Skyrim is available on next-generation consoles. If you’re into cool merchandise, check these Skyrim 3D models for 3D printing.

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It’s Steam-Ready: Meet the 3D Printed Arduino Game Boy

Game Boy meets Arduino and Windows and Steam: This modern nostalgia device was the star of this year‘s Maker Faire New York.

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Metamaterial Mechanisms: 3D Printed Door Handle & No Moving Parts

Need a new door handle? These "metamaterial mechanisms" developed at the Hasso-Plattner-Institut are functional objects without moving parts.

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Is Your Bathroom Worthy of Thor’s Hammer Toilet Brush?

Why clean your toilet with a boring brush, when you could use THOR'S HAMMER? Bring a touch of Asgardian glamor to your bathroom chores.

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Buy a 3D Printed Model of your Favorite Star Trek Spacecraft

For fans of Star Trek who have dreamed of having their own lifelike ship, mini versions can now be 3D printed and collected.

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Make Your Own Optimus Prime Prop (and Save the Universe)

Maker Bob Clagett just built an adorable Transformers prop. With the help of 3d printing, he created the "Matrix of Leadership" from Optimus Prime.

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GE Invests $1.4 Billion in Metal 3D Printing Jet Engines

Industrial titan GE has bought two European companies for $1.4 billion, both specializing in 3D printing metal parts for jet engines and cars.

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Dinara Kasko Bakes Tasty, Beautiful 3D Printed Cakes

Ukrainian Architect turned Pastry Chef Dinara Kasko uses 3D printed silicon molds to create unique delicacies that look incredible.

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Blind Mothers “See” Unborn Babies with In Utero 3D

In Utero 3D uses scanning and printing to make the foetus accessible to blind parents, so they can feel the features of their unborn baby.

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DUS Architects Build 3D Printed Urban Cabin in Amsterdam

The Urban Cabin is a 3D printed proof-of-concept by Dutch studio DUS Architects, offering sustainable micro-dwellings in urban environments.

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Mcor 3D Printing Breathes New Life to a Sunken Warship

Mcor 3D printers have helped breathed new life into the best-preserved vessel dating back to 1564 with a paper-printed replica.

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3D Printed GoPro Camera Case Protects Drone During Crash

This American drone fanatic was having troubles with expensive GoPro camera case replacements after crashes. His 3D printed solution was a new Cheetah flexible filament.

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Would you Buy a 3D Printer That Prints Diamonds?

Imagine being able to make your own diamonds for your loved one from the comfort of your own home, without the irritations of mining or shopping.

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Colorpod Provides a Full Color 3D Printer Upgrade

The power of 3D printing with powder could soon be brought to your desktop, with the help of a simple addon called Colorpod.

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3D Printed LEGO System for Chemistry & Biology Labs

Researchers from University of California, Riverside developed a 3D printed LEGO style modular system for chemistry and biology instruments.

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WASP are 3D Printing a Shelter Built from Clay and Straw

Italian company WASP could make a difference for those in need of housing by using their 3D printer to build cheap accommodation quickly.

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Engineering Student Designs Tactile Maps for Blind Students

An engineering student is creating tactile maps with braille to help visually impaired students find their way around campus.

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