It was here that I made some of my first big 3D printing mistakes, mistakes that prompted me to read up on the different kinds of 3D printer filament, what each type of filament is good for, and ...

Scottish scientists are out to change that, with a mass-production-capable soft bot that is 3D-printed in a single piece which then walks off of the print bed. SUBSCRIBE LOG IN ...

His “Girl With Balloon” that sold for 1.4 million shredded immediately after sale. A 3D print that decomposes could be the next big seller. It could also be the next fraud as well.

The PLA filament (PLA is short for polylactic acid) allows hobbyists to 3D-print nostalgic novelties, replacement parts, and accessories that match the original color of vintage Apple computers.

Ivan Miranda and Jón Schone, both well-known in the DIY 3D printing community, have transformed a discarded treadmill into a massive belt-driven 3D printer. Their project pushes the boundaries of ...

When seeing a story from MIT’s Lincoln Labs that promises 3D printing glass, our first reaction was that it might use some rare or novel chemicals, and certainly a super-high-tech printer. Pe… ...

A few short years ago, a 3D printer seemed like a novelty. But today, the best 3D printers are accessible, print in multiple colors and can build anything from a toy figurine to a self-watering ...

Print Speed vs. Quality. 3D printing takes time. There's no way around that. A small model (about 3–4 inches) can take 6 to 12 hours to finish, depending on your print quality settings.

More affordable than ever, 3D printers are booming for personal, professional, and educational use. Here's everything to know before you buy one, along with the top models from our hands-on testing.

3D-printed guns could become "the weapon of choice" for criminals and violent extremists around the world, an expert has told the BBC. These DIY, untraceable firearms have been recovered in ...