D printing creates solid objects from the additive process of layering plastics, metal, wood, synthetic fibers, and more.

"It’s a reminder that real-world mechanical behavior is full of complexity." Researchers make key breakthrough that could ...

“Underscoring the critical nature of software as an essential ingredient for complete and smooth 3D printing workflow, GrabCAD Print is our first new application built on the GrabCAD platform - ...

A jointed, poseable cartoon insect 3D printed from a digital design that didn't originally have joints. Researchers are working on programs that would allow people to print more sophisticated objects ...

3D printers are affordable enough that almost anyone can buy one, but should you? Before you dive in, here's what to consider—about materials, possible uses, software, and much more. Since 2004, I ...

Technology professional development specialist at Moreno Valley Unified School District in southern California. She has led a movement in her district to increase access and equity in STEAM by ...

San Francisco-based Mixed Dimensions, which makes software targeting the 3D printing space, has closed a $4 million Series A, with the funding round led by Silicon Valley investors Alsop Louie ...

The new MakerBot Gives Back Initiative underscores a long-standing dedication to supporting STEM education and student development by providing a holistic ecosystem of 3D printing tools and resources ...

Primary focus on leveraging breakthroughs in AI to improve part quality, speed the design process for additive manufacturing, optimize ...

James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s. While his main areas of expertise are maker tools -- 3D printers, vinyl cutters, paper printers, and laser ...

This article is the third part of a four-part series that examines some of the changes in 3D printing that have occurred in the past three years since my first articles on the subject. Because this is ...