Fast-forward a decade, and the world of 3D printing has evolved tremendously. Printers are faster, smarter, and more refined.

So, you got a 3D printer for the holidays, and you’re excited to dive in. Chances are, you’re not sure where to begin. What can you print? What’s fun? What’s useful? Justifying the purchase of a 3D ...

Like Wi-Fi routers, people typically only pay attention to their printer when it isn’t working. If that sounds relatable, chances are you’ve never used a 3D printer. SKIP AHEAD The best 3D printers | ...

Stop what you're doing, and learn how to use a 3D printer. You can print anything with it. (This company has been making 3D-printed jewelry and home decor for years.) Seriously, anything. The tool ...

Now you can make a 3D model of anything you can photograph, with free software from Autodesk and inexpensive online 3D printing services. Share on Facebook (opens in a new window) Share on X (opens in ...

I'm laughing my butt off. I asked ChatGPT to make me into an action figure so I could ride the wave of the viral AI trend, and wow, did it deliver. It turned me into a rock star figurine in skin-tight ...

This research was funded by the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EP/N024818/1). The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships ...

Bees adapt to rough surfaces with clever building rules—insights that could transform 3D printing and architecture.