Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Since 3D printers debuted in the 1980s, the devices have been used ...

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 ...

Researchers at the US National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) are now researching how to utilize light ...

The workflow begins with an EinScan Pro HD 3D scanner, which digitizes the existing parts. The model is then refined in ...

You don’t need to be a full-time maker to find a 3D printer useful. In a smart home, it’s one of the best tools you can have on hand. From replacing a busted sensor mount to designing something that ...

It’s not uncommon to see a desktop polymer printer in a machine shop, but is it a necessity? Steve Michon, founder of ...

Starbucks brewed up something new to build its latest store: a 3D printer. The coffee giant's newest shop opening this week is its first 3D printed store in the country, Starbucks said. The ...

We’ve come a long way from the Vacanti mouse. Back in the mid-90s, Charles Vacanti and other researchers experimented with cartilage regeneration and, with the help of a biodegradable mold and bovine ...

For a long time, 3D printing has been predominantly male. That's changing, though, and it's for the better. James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s.

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory's new robotic metal 3D printer is speeding up prototyping and small-run component ...