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3D Printed Mash-Up: Imperial Storm Mickey & Minnie Mouse from Designer Philippe Disse

When it comes to designing objects for 3D printing, there are those designers who are just getting started with the idea that they can actually turn virtual 3D models into…

Idaho Mom 3D Prints Incredible Replica Star Wars Props

3D printing and prop making are beginning to converge, as movie producers and prop masters realize the potential that this technology provides in creating custom one-off pieces. When it comes…

James Bruton Offering His Full-Sized, 3D Printed R2-D2 Robot Free on Github

The moment Professor Tony Dyson’s most famous creation hit the big screen in 1977, R2-D2 began his assault on the hearts of moviegoers. The charismatic robot creation is a part…

15-year-old Star Wars Fan Receives Darth Vader-esque 3D Printed Prosthetic Hand

Over the past year or so, we have covered dozens of stories of 3D printed prosthetic hands, most of which have been created by a group of volunteers from e-NABLE….

Father Creates Incredible 3D Printed Star Wars Rebels AT-DP Helmet for Son

Star Wars is a franchise which has been around for over three and a half decades. Just when you think it may begin fizzling out, something else pops up even…

Be Kind, Re-Print; ‘Sweded’ Star Wars Trailer Uses 3D Printing And Lots of High-tech Cardboard

If you’re of a certain vintage and predilection, you may have seen a new movie trailer for “Star Wars: The Force Awakens.” This is not it. This version, by Dumb…

Man 3D Prints and Paints Incredible Replicas of Star Wars’ X-Wing & TIE Fighter

Earlier this month we covered what was probably the most detailed 3D printed Star Trek model I have ever seen. YouTube user ‘Printing the Revolution‘ printed and painted an intricate model…

3D Printers Play Music from Mario Bros., Star Wars’ Imperial March & More

When I mention the phrase ‘3D printer music,’ you likely think of one of the numerous 3D printed musical instruments we have covered over the last year. Perhaps the saxophone…

Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens: 3D print your own custom crossguard lightsaber

There isn’t a single movie series as popular as that of Star Wars. Dating back to 1977, when George Lucas created the original Star Wars movie, the film series has…

Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens – Fan 3D Models a 3D Printable Ball Droid

This has been a big weekend, not only for shoppers, but also for Star Wars fans. Despite the fact that the film is still over a year from its premier,…

Star Wars Fans Create a Full-scale 3D Printed R2-D2 in Honor of Late Friend

When it comes to movies, there is not a single film series that has as large of a following as that of Star Wars. The George Lucas created films began…