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University of Hong Kong: Sterilization & Infection Rates in 3D Printed Models & Guides Used Intra-operatively
Hong Kong researchers explore the use of 3D printed medical models but advance in a more unique direction with concerns over infection. Detailing their findings in the recently published ‘A…
Olaf Diegel’s Latest 3D Printed Guitar, the Xenomorph
“Here’s lookin’ at you, kid.” “Hasta la vista, baby.” “Life is like a box of chocolates.” “Game over, man, game over!” These are all memorable lines from iconic films, though…
Treating Cancer Patients: Using 3D Scanning & Printing to Create the Bolus
In ‘A modern mold room: Meshing 3D surface scanning, digital design, and 3D printing with bolus fabrication,’ cancer researchers continue to seek better ways not just to find a cure,…
The Saga of elAmea: 3D Printed Ceramic Sculptures Accompany New Serial Internet Novel
A serial novel is one that is released in parts over a period of time. This was an extremely popular form of producing literature during the Victorian era when authors…
In the 3D Printing Studio: Kasia Wisniewski’s Collected Edition
This article originally appeared on Shapeways Magazine. Bugs in the kitchen. Flowers in an old illustration. Sources of inspiration can be unexpected. For artist and jewelry designer Kasia Wisniewski, one of the things that…
After Finishing a Full Iron Man Suit, Military Veteran Tim O’Sullivan 3D Prints the War Machine Mark III Suit
3D printing has found a home in the world of superheroes – the technology has been used to make superhero prosthetics, costumes, Legos, and models. One of the more popular choices…
3D Printing Eliminates the ‘Look, Don’t Touch’ Rule for Archaeologists, Students & Museum Visitors
It’s been well established at this point that 3D printing is making a significant impact on industry around the world, whether you delve into aerospace, medicine, or even art, fashion,…
3D Printing the 1952 Porsche 356 Engine
The Porsche is an automobile that most of us only dream of, attention riveted when that rare sports car passes us on the road or highway, always managing to fascinate—no…
Online Educators SolidProfessor Partners with SOLIDWORKS to Offer New Certification Courses
As technology continues to exponentially improve, the future of industry and manufacturing is rapidly requiring new employees have at least a passing familiarity with 3D technology. Automation, additive manufacturing and…
Medical Student Creates Patient-Specific 3D Printed Liver Model for Less Than $150
While researchers continue working hard to make readily available 3D printed organs a reality, we know that it likely won’t happen, at least not on a massively available and low-cost scale,…
i.materialise: How to Reduce Your STL File for Easier Uploading & Sharing
File size and dealing with space is an age-old issue, harkening back to the beginning of the PC. And with the advent of 3D printing the question of uploading and…
3D Printed Scaffold for Artistic Cell Culture
At the juncture between creative exploration and scientific technology lies the work of Amy Karle, who is the current Artist in Residence at Autodesk. The idea behind her work was…
Jamás: 3D Printing is Central in Moenia Rock Video as Band Comes to Life via Technology
It’s always refreshing, and exciting, to see the uses of 3D printing switched up a little. While we spend a great deal of time focused on the latest innovations, with…
Check Out This i.materialise Tutorial on Making A 3D Printed Action Figure
There appears to be quite a distinctive overlap between 3D printing and action figures. For example, DC Comics has signed deals to 3D print some of its more popular action figures…
Autodesk Research: Update Legacy Devices Yourself via Easy 3D Modeling & 3D Printing with RetroFab
The key to a successful relationship is working together and offering good communication. That’s also often generally the antidote for what ails many a suffering human partnership, but what about all that time…
You Still Have About Two Weeks to Enter the Autodesk123D Video Challenge!
Autodesk 123D is free 3D modeling software that includes many applications allowing you to create 3D printable models. 123D includes applications such as 123D Catch that lets you generate 3D models from…
Did You Know You Can Turn a 2D Photo into a Printable 3D Model?
Do you have a favorite photo of a beloved pet or a special person that you’d like to see as a printable 3D model? This is certainly possible, as we’ve seen…
Use Autodesk Meshmixer to Improve Quality of Scaled-Down 3D Prints
Some of the most helpful 3D printing information can seem boring, but keep in mind that this kind of information may greatly benefit your own 3D printing experimentation. One of these issues is how…
3D Print Your Favorite Chemical Structure in Four Easy Steps
If you ever took high school chemistry class, you may remember the ball and stick models that were used to represent different chemical structures. Now, with the help of the…
Maker’s Muse Shows You How to 3D Print Objects Directly from Fallout 4
Released just about a month ago now, Fallout 4 is the fifth installment of Bethesda Softworks hit series of post apocalyptic, open world adventure video games. The game takes place…
Designer’s Private Bar Features 12 Taps with 3D Printed Handles–Stormtrooper, T-Rex, and More Help Pour Beers
If you know any home brewers out there, or just people who are really into their wet bars, then the idea of customizing through extra beer paraphernalia shouldn’t shock you much. For…
HoneyPoint3D Makes 3D Design Fun and Accessible for All Users
Let’s start at the very beginning–a very good place to start! Now that that’s stuck in your head (or at least in mine), there is an important takeaway from that…
Inside the Inside 3D Printing Conference and Expo Santa Clara: Part Two
The second day of conventions always seems to go smoother than the first for me. Maybe it’s because I have a better lay of the land, and have a better…
Engineer 3D Prints an Ancient Form of Dice
As children, we don’t usually think about the origins of the games we play. Most of the most common and universal childhood games have been around for centuries – did…
