Anyone with an idea for a new mechanical device can create it on their computer with 3-D solid-model software and email it to a company that will “print” it and quickly return a prototype.

Keeping a printer working well often comes down to small habits. These maintenance tips can reduce common problems and help ...

D printers are complex machines with lots of moving parts. When any of these problems start showing up, repairs may no longer ...

A new 3D printer has launched over on the Kickstarter crowdfunding website this week called the Industrial Revolution III or iR3 for short, that has been created by Buzz Technology and is capable of ...

Learn the major warning signs that your 3D printer may need replacement, from poor print quality to constant freezing and ...

Printers are common computer accessories, and like most accessories will begin to experience performance loss and other problems over time. Whether you replace a printer because a newer model has ...

Are bearings or bushings best for 3D printers? And how can they be improved so that 3D printers can more quickly and reliably turn out parts of higher quality? Although increasing the quality and ...

Surface-mount technology has been a fantastic force multiplier for electronics in general and for hobbyists in particular. But sometimes you’ve got no choice but to use through-hole components, ...

3D printing promises that one day we may be able to print out goods in our own homes rather than popping down to the shops or ordering widgets online. But what happens when the printers are able to ...

3D printers require regular maintenance to stay in tip-top shape. Yes, that means you should be cleaning your 3D printer if you don't already. The printing bed needs to be wiped down with mild soap ...