For the last three months or so, I’ve been learning to use (and love) a Bambu Labs A1 3D printer, a big, loud machine that sits on my desk and turns pictures on my computer screen into real-world ...

Poor orientation can lead to weak spots, rough surfaces, warping, or excessive support structures. A well-chosen orientation, on the other hand, improves structural performance, visual finish, and ...

The accomplishment "paves the way for long-distance and long-duration missions where creating spare parts, construction components, and tools on demand will be essential." When you purchase through ...

Part of the fun of 3D printing is discovering just how many possibilities there are for different things to print. Obviously, they’re fun for printing toys or decorations that you couldn’t or wouldn’t ...

It’s been a while since 3D printers became available and started allowing people to create 3D objects in the real world right from their own home. If you’re interested in getting a rundown of what 3D ...

People often contact me because they want to 3D print a replacement part. The requests have been as mundane as a stove knob or as novel as a replacement crystal for a chandelier. Typically, they are ...

Over the last decade, 3D printing has evolved from a niche technology used by industrial manufacturers to a mainstream tool utilized by individuals and businesses alike. One area where 3D printing has ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Carolyn Schwaar is a tech journalist and editor at All3DP Magazine. Although the overall U.S. manufacturing sector ended 2023 on a ...

In 3D printing, part orientation refers to how a model is positioned on the print bed during fabrication. This decision directly affects the final part’s strength, accuracy, surface quality, and the ...