The next time you find yourself in need of some large-ish plastic springs, maybe consider [PattysLab]’s method for making plastic springs out of spare filament. The basic process is simple: tightly ...

So you’ve got yourself a 3D printer, and you’re designing prototypes or tinkering with things you downloaded from the thingiverse. After a while, chances are your workspace is starting to look like ...

3D printing is easier than ever, but that doesn't mean you can take your eye off the ball.

Debinding and sintering are the make-or-break stages of 3D printing with metal powder filament. With a small, tabletop 3D ...

If you're in the market for a 3D printer, you'll find one here that fits your needs. The US Environmental Protection Agency reports that the US generated 35.7 million tons (roughly the weight of 17.8 ...

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 ...