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From SolidWorks to Solid Prints
How to Convert SLDPRT Files to STL

Converting SLDPRT to STL can be difficult if you don't have the right tools. Read on for a few ways to make the conversion!

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More than Tinkering
Best Tinkercad Alternatives

Tinkercad is a great beginner modeling tool, but it's not the only great tool on the block! Check out this list of Tinkercad alternatives.

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3D Modeling Ideas: What Should You Model as a Beginner?

If you've started learning how to 3D model but are in need of 3D modeling ideas, you've come to the right place. Check out these cool ideas!

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Draw the Line
The Best SketchUp Alternatives

SketchUp is a great tool, but maybe it's not exactly what you need. Check out the top SketchUp alternatives to see what's out there!

by Lucas Carolo
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Jewelry CAD Guide
From Digital Model to Casting: The Best Jewelry CAD Software for Any Design Style

From entry-level to professional, discover how the right jewelry design software perfects casts and prototypes.

by Nutan Jaeger
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AutoCADically Improve Your Designs!
What Is AutoCAD? – Simply Explained

You've heard about it, but what is AutoCAD? Learn all about the popular CAD giant that brought design software to the masses.

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Optimizing Creativity
What is Generative Design – Simply Explained

Generative design has the potential to completely change the way everyday things are created. Read on to learn how and why!

by All3DP
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Think Additively
Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) – The Ultimate Guide

Understand DfAM and find the best strategies, software, and training to put it to use in designing better products and parts with AM in mind.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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A Hard Act to Follow
Blender Hard-Surface Modeling: 8 Best Tutorials & Guides

To get started with Blender hard-surface modeling capabilities, we've gathered the best guides to show you the way. Read on to learn more!

by Lauren Fuentes
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A Solid CAD That Just Works
What Is SolidWorks? – Simply Explained

What is SolidWorks and what does it do? Learn all about the industry giant, from features and functions to pricing and system requirements.

by Zac Rosamond
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Generate Creativity
Fusion 360: Generative Design – Hands-On Tutorial

Fusion 360's generative design tools that are a great way to expand your knowledge and come up with creative designs. Read on to learn how!

by Lucas Carolo
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Start Building!
Top 10: Best 3D Architecture Software (4 Are Free)

Check out our top 10 picks for the best 3D architecture software on the market right now. Four of them are free!

by Nutan Jaeger
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Design, Test, Create
CAD / CAM / CAE: The Differences – Simply Explained

If the three-lettered acronyms CAD, CAE, and CAM have you confused, read on for our explanation of these unique yet related processes.

by Lucas Carolo
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Animate to the Max
What Is 3ds Max? – Simply Explained

3ds Max is a big player in the game and animation world. Learn all about Autodesk's 3ds Max: what it does, who uses it, and if you should!

by Kevin Kennedy
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PCB for Free?
The Best Free PCB Design Software

Designing and making your own PCBs has never been easier. Check out our selection of the best free PCB design software to get you started!

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Advanced Metal
The Biggest Hurdle in Complex Metal 3D Printing Isn’t the Metal or the 3D Printers

The journey of one marine engine cylinder head from concept to implementation highlights a new development that may accelerate metal 3D printing across industries.

by Carolyn Schwaar
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Draft Intelligently with IntelliCAD
IntelliCAD: All You Need to Know About this CAD Software

The CAD industry is bustling with lots of solutions. Read about how IntelliCAD, a powerful drafting and annotation platform, stands out.

by Ofonime William
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A CAD-alog of Options!
The Best SolidWorks Alternatives

SolidWorks is quite a popular CAD program, but it's not for everyone. Check out this selection of the best SolidWorks alternatives out there!

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CAD-Extraordinary!
CAD Exchanger (CAD Software) – All You Need to Know

Need to view a CAD design or get information from it, but don't care for other features? CAD Exchanger may be the right software for you.

by Jerome Chambers
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Brush Up on the Options
The Best ZBrush Alternatives

Sculpting is a popular way to create 3D models, with ZBrush being a beloved tool. Check out what ZBrush alternatives are out there!

by Lauren Fuentes
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