chinese 3d printer

A few months ago I noticed an interesting trend. There are in effect two 3D printing markets: the Chinese and the Global. What has happened is that many Chinese firms…

BIQU has just launched its latest desktop extruder-based 3D printer, the BIQU B1, for consumers, with a price below $300. With the aim of releasing an upgraded 3D printer, the B1,…

I’m not much of an artist, so when the opportunity arose recently to test out a 3D printing pen, my first worry was that my lackluster drawing skills might hold…

Back in August, I learned for the first time about the newly released Mankati E180 3D printer from Shanghai-based Mankati. I was intrigued by its description, which claimed that it…

One of the common themes that we are starting to see more and more of from the maker community is the release of 3D printers which are capable of more…

As I have mentioned in the past, Delta-style machines are not typically the big sellers within this young 3D printing market thus far. It could be the fact that Cartesian-based…

Imagine a scenario where you are stranded on a deserted island, with nothing but a tablet, unlimited 3D printer filament, and a solar powered 3D printer. What could you possibly…

“Bigger is better,” as the old adage goes. When it comes to a juicy steak, or a diamond ring, these words always hold true. When it comes to 3D printing, however, there…

China seems to be one of the nations who are establishing themselves at the forefront of 3D printing innovation. Last month, it was reported that China has begun 3D printing full…