When working with an FDM 3D printer your first prints are likely trinkets where strength is less relevant than surface quality. Later on when attempting more structural prints, the settings become ...

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IBM is exploring a way to turn empty 3D printed cavities into engineered features instead of unused air.

It is always tricky setting the infill for a 3D printed part. High infill parts are strong but take longer to print, while low infill prints take less time, but are weaker internally and in danger of ...

As impressive as the 3D printing process is, it can also be a bit time consuming. You are creating something out of nothing after all, and your printer needs to dispense and layer every square inch of ...

Strength in 3D printing has a funny habit of hiding in places you can’t see. A part might feel rock-solid in your hand, survive a few drops, and still be composed more of air than plastic. On the ...