3d printing

Simply Explained
What is 3D Printing? – Simply Explained

What is 3D printing? What’s it good for? How does it work? We simply explain this exciting technology in depth.
OpenSCAD Sesame
Parametric OpenSCAD File Lets You 3D Print Keys

A recent post on engineering project site Hackaday details how to 3D print Kwikset keys. There's a free OpenSCAD file so you can too.
Remote Viewing
New AstroPrint Mobile App Gives On-the-Go Print Monitoring & Analytics

AstroPrint has just released its new AstroPrint Mobile app for iOS and Android. With it, mobile users get 3D print oversight and management.
Repairing is caring!
How to Make DIY 3D Printed Parts for Just About Anything

Got broken things that need a little TLC? What if a fix was as simple as whipping up your own 3D printed parts? Read on to see how.
3D Printing 101
The Ultimate Guide to 3D Printing – 101 Questions Answered

Interested in 3D printing? Read the most comprehensive guide to 3D printing answering 101 essential questions about 3D printing.
Saving $$$
20 Thrifty Tips to Help Reduce the Cost of 3D Printing

Here are 20 great ways to reduce the cost of 3D printing. Avoid unnecessary costs and become a frugally-minded maker with the following tips.
Wavefront Object
OBJ File Format – Simply Explained for CAD and 3D Printing

OBJ file format and 3D printing go hand in hand. Find out all you need to know about OBJ file format for CAD and 3D printing in this guide.
Smooth Moves
Neosanding 2.0 3D Printing Technique Smooths Planes Quicker

The creator of the Ironing feature currently in the Cura 2.7 Beta details a new method that offers similar results in less print time.
Reality Check
10 Common 3D Printing Myths Dispelled

Guns, printed organs, disrupted logistics: There are way too many myths surrounding 3D printing. Here’s what‘s true - and what’s not.
Rapidly Increase Productivity!
Starter Guide to Rapid Prototyping with 3D Printing

Need a prototype or want to set up a rapid prototyping workshop? Here is what you need to know about Rapid prototyping with 3D printing.
Far Out!
Lockheed Martin Uses MakerBot 3D Printing To Design New Space Telescopes

Engineers from the defense company Lockheed Martin are using MakerBot 3D printing to develop new designs for SPIDER imaging technology.
Bigger, Bolder, Better.
10 Unbelievable 3D Printing World Records

3D printing, being relatively young , is already responsible for some impressive world records. Here are 10 of the best 3D printing world records. 
"Oh god, No!"
Awesome Video: Elders React to 3D Printers

Think grandma could use a 3D Printer? This episode from YouTube famous Fine Brothers shows how "Elders React to 3D Printing."
EMEA-mazing
SHINING3D Takes on the Global Market With New Scanners

All3DP was in attendance for the opening of Shining 3D's EMEA office. CEO Li Tao shares insight about 3D scanning and 3D printing products.
Green Scene
3D Printing With Cheap Bio-Polymer Cellulose One Step Closer

Researchers from MIT may have just paved the way for using cellulose - the world's most abundantly available natural polymer - in 3D printing.
THREADing the Needle
UK Engineers Unveil “Game-Changing” Hybrid Printing Process
Amp It Up
Italian Volt Lacama: Your Own Personalized Electric Motorbike?
Bigfoot
World’s Tallest Teen Gets 3D Printed Size 28 Shoes From Feetz
A House is Not a Bone
ACTLAB to Display Innovative Structure Printed With Wasp Delta 3D Printers

At MADE Expo, keep an eye out for Politecnico di Milano's ACTLAB's Trabeculae Pavilion. Inspired by nature, made possible with 3D printing.
Comment from Rachel Park
3D Printing & Education: How To Convert 3D Printing Awareness

Understanding 3D printing is becoming increasingly important, says Rachel Park. Also, businesses could take an active role in supporting their workforces.