3D Printing Custom Technic-Compatible Beams and Gears
Brian Jepson got Lego beams and gears the best way possible: he printed them.
3D Printing & Imaging
If you’re a maker, 3d printing is an incredibly useful tool to have in your arsenal. Not only can it help bring your projects to life faster, but it can also offer unique results that would be difficult (or impossible!) to achieve with traditional methods. In these blog posts, we’ll provide you with some essential information and tips regarding 3D printing for makers—including the basics of how to get started, plus creative tutorials for spicing up your projects. Whether you’re already familiar with 3d printing or are just starting out, these resources will help take your game-making skills even further!
3D Printing Maker Tales: FarmBots, Cellos, and Coffee Grinders
Amsterdam-based 3D Hubs looks at some interesting uses of 3D printing.
Bringing 3D Printing to Congress and Beyond
The thing about a big disruptive technology is that it disrupts some people who like the way things are. And, eventually, every big disruption starts to catch the attention of the government.
Riding the Wave of Rapid Prototyping: Reinventing the Ear Plug
The makers behind SurfEars have created revolutionary ear protection for the water sport enthusiast.
Five Fully Functional 3D-Printed Cameras
Ranging from pinhole to digital, these cameras are all printable on desktop machines.
Eat Your 3D Prints
They’re almost too pretty to put in your mouth.
CNC Machining vs 3D Printing
One giveth and the other taketh away. Which one is right for your project?
