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Not Unbelievable, Really Beautiful Surfaces
Blender NURBS Modeling: Simply Explained

If you want to create curves in Blender, there are two ways to go: NURBS or Bézier. Read on to find out more about Blender NURBS modeling!

by Cherie Tan
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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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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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More Than Meets the Eye
Solid Modeling (CAD) – Simply Explained

There's more to solid modeling, a cornerstone of computer-aided design, than meets the eye. Beyond the drawing, a solid model offers details that enable computer analysis and rapid prototyping like 3D printing and CNC machining.

by David Pechter
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Solve the Artist's Block
Free CAD Blocks: The 15 Best Sites

Looking for free CAD blocks? Check out our selection of the best sites to download CAD blocks for free, with a variety of formats available.

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You CAN with CAD
What Is CAD? – Simply Explained

What is CAD? Learn what it is, its advantages and disadvantages, and the applications of computer-aided design.

by Genaro Ponce
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Mix and Mesh
Meshmixer Supports – How to Generate Supports with Meshmixer

Meshmixer is a small but powerful tool for 3D printing, including generating supports for printable models. Find out all you need to know about Meshmixer supports in this mini-tutorial.

by Tian Ooi
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The Heavyweight Class
SketchUp vs AutoCAD: The Differences

If you're deciding between SketchUp vs. AutoCAD, read on to find out how they compare and which is better for you!

by Lucas Carolo
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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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Make 3D Free!
The Best Free 3D Design Software

Check out our list of the best free 3D design software for beginners, advanced, and professional users available right now.

by Max von Übel
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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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CNC Precision at Its Finest
Dental CAD/CAM – All You Need to Know

CAD/CAM has gone a long way towards making dental fabrication processes more efficient. Explore this in-depth guide where we break down all you need to know about dental CAD/CAM.

by Javier Alonso
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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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One for All, All for One
Blender: How to Select All Objects – Simply Explained

Scenes can get messy in Blender, and sometimes you need to transform a bunch of objects together. Learn how to group, hide, and select all objects.

by Amir M. Bohlooli
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Every Book Needs a Cover
Surface Modeling (CAD) – Simply Explained

Solid modeling -- manipulating and combining blocks -- can only take you so far. This article explains what surface modeling is, exploring the benefits it delivers compared to solid modeling.

by Marko Perić
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Ready, Aim, Print
3D Printed Gun Designs Surface on Dark Web for $12

A new report on dark-web markets finds growing demand for CAD models of 3D printed guns, costing $12 on average. 

by Tyler Koslow
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The Future of 3D Design?
Does Text-to-CAD Model Generation Really Work? We Tested CADscribe

There's a lot of buzz around AI model generators. So, we're putting them to the test. Is CADscribe up to snuff?

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Designing the Future!
CAD for Student: The Best Options

Ready to learn? Check out the best CAD programs for students to get started on the educational or career path of your dreams!

by Raphael Bertasius
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Shake Your Womp
Even Potato Computers Can Run This New 3D Modeling Software

Browser-based 3D modeling software, Womp, is free during its alpha and has a beginner-friendly approach that leverages "pixel streaming" and SDF modeling.

by Adam Kohut
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A View of One's Own
The Best Free CAD Viewer Software

There are too many formats to subscribe to every CAD program out there. Instead, try a free CAD viewer – be it online, offline, or an app!

by Linus Yeh
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