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A Monumental Test
I Used AI to Turn Washington, D.C. Into a 3D Printed Map for America’s 250th

PrintPal promises a city miniature from just a name. For America’s 250th, I chose the nation’s capital to see if it lives up to its claim.

by Nutan Jaeger
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Cut the Clicks
How This Free AI ‘Co-Pilot’ for Fusion (Soon for SolidWorks) Slashes Design Times by 60%

This free AI assistant for Fusion, with a SolidWorks version on the way, claims to slash the number of clicks in designing a part by 75%. Will it actually deliver on those big productivity promises?

by Carolyn Schwaar
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All in on AI?
Fantastic or Just Plastic? Testing the Newest Photo-to-3D Tech

Bambu Lab and Creality both launched AI-powered character creation tools late last year. PrintU and CubeMe let you turn photographs into cutesy 3D printable characters. Here’s my reluctant experience with both.

by Matthew Mensley
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Passive. Sustainable. Scalable.
No Pumps, No Fans: This 3D Printed Heat Exchanger Could Save the Grid from AI’s Energy Demands

Using 3D printing to create complex internal geometries, this prototype reduces overall material use while significantly improving heat transfer efficiency.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Policy Infill
Not a China Ban, but Close: Who the U.S. Military Can (and Can’t) Buy 3D Printers From

Signed into law yesterday, the U.S, National Defense Authorization Act includes the new restrictions on 3D printer procurement, as it calls for streamlining qualifications of 3D printed parts.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Not the Ender the Road
The Creality Ender 3 V4 is Coming, Supports Multicolor Out of the Box

We got a glimpse of Creality’s future for the Ender series at Formnext, and it’s customizable and colorful.

by Matthew Mensley
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CTO Talks
Anycubic Shows off Three New Printers, Plus A New ACE 2 Pro Filament Changer at Formnext

The major hardware announcements mark expansions into engineering-competent large-volume desktop printing, plus an upped game in resin performance for Anycubic. Co-founder and CTO James Ouyang tells us all.

by Matthew Mensley
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Versatile & Durable
What’s the Best Material to 3D Print With? We’re Going to Say Nylon, Here’s Why

Nylon is a strong and versatile all-purpose 3D printing material for parts that last. Learn why it's our top pick and how to print with it.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Hire or Fire?
Creality Hi vs Creality Ender 3 V3: Should You Upgrade?

Reaching the end with your Ender? Tempted to say hello to the Hi? This article's all for you.

by Jonny Edge
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2D or not 2D
Timing is Everything, So Don’t Swap Your Bambu Lab X1C for the H2D… Yet

The new H2D is Bambu Lab's next big thing, but should you buy one if you already have an X1 Carbon?

by Jonny Edge
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Weld That's Interesting
xTool Reveals MetalFab Laser Welder and CNC Cutter Combo

The device, which xTool says is beginner-friendly, is capable of CNC cutting, continuous, spot, pulse, and underwater welding, as well as rust removal.

by Adam Kohut
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Tools that Transform your Workshop
10 Useful 3D Printed Air Compressor Tools & Mods

Check out our picks of creative and useful 3D printed air compressor accessories and upgrades, which offer smart and practical solutions!

by Raphael Bertasius
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PLA with Your Food
The Yummiest Food 3D Models to 3D Print

Whether you have a passion for cooking, eating, or silly prints, food 3D models are worth a print! Read on for inedible 3D printed delicacies!

by Opie Cain
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3D Modeling for Games: 7 Software Tools We Love

You want to develop 3D game graphics but don't know where to get started. Check out our choice of the best 3D modeling tools for games!

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Which One to Go for?
Bambu Lab X1E vs X1C: The Differences

Bambu Lab X1E vs X1C, which version fits your needs the most? Read on to find out what makes X1E stand out from the X1C.

by Shayon Khaled
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If in Doubt, Print a Wall!
Fortnite 3D Prints: 15 Great STL Files

The Partybus has arrived at its destination! Get ready to plunge head first into these awesome free Fortnite 3D prints.

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One Benchy at a Time
Cura: Print One at a Time – Simply Explained

Cura's print "One at a Time" slicer setting can be super handy. Read on to learn how it works, how to use it, and more!

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Hyper Sonic
Is High-Speed PLA Just a Gimmick?

Is it worth paying more for high-speed PLA than regular PLA, or is it more marketing than material science?

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Light up your world
Blender: Lighting – Simply Explained

No render is ever complete without a good lighting setup. Get familiar with all the essentials to Blender lighting and setting a scene.

by Jaime Rios Velasco
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Ready for Takeoff
3D Printed FPV Drone: 5 Projects to Create Your Own!

FPV drones offer an immersive flying experience. Check out these great 3D printed FPV drone projects and get ready to buzz through the skies!

by Opie Cain
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