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Blender: Texture Painting – Simply Explained

Textures are crucial for achieving photorealistic renders in Blender. Discover Blender texture painting to make those cubes look as life-like as possible!

by Jaime Rios Velasco
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3D Printer Bed Adhesion: 3 Simple Tips to Succeed

3D printer bed adhesion is critical to printing success, but it can be tricky. Learn 3 simple tips to make your prints stick.

by Hironori Kondo
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Qidi Tech X-Plus: Review the Specs

The Qidi Tech X-Plus is an FDM desktop 3D printer with some impressive features considering its price tag. Let's review the specs.

by Florian Gehrke
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Kodak Portrait 3D Printer Review: 10-Hour Testing

The new Kodak Portrait is an exciting machine that should have the likes of Ultimaker worried. Read our review to see what we found after 10 hours of testing.

by Matthew Mensley
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Nearly as Hard as Diamonds
Nanotube Plastic 3D Prints Can Stop Bullets

Students of Rice University have 3D printed ultra-hard objects from normal plastic materials. The results are lightweight, load-bearing... and even bulletproof.

by All3DP
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Designed for Dentists
Formlabs Form 3B Dental 3D Printer: Review the Specs

Formlabs has released the Formlabs Form 3B 3D printer, a variant of the Form 3 specifically designed for dental applications. Let's review the specs.

by Tyler Koslow
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Anet N4 LCD 3D Printer: Review the Specs

The Anet N4 is a budget LCD resin 3D printer boasting some impressive-sounding features for a surprisingly low price point. Read on as we review the specs.

by Emmett Grames
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Pan and Scan
3D Room Scanner: How to 3D Scan a Room

You might never have thought about doing it, but it turns out 3D room scanning can be pretty useful. Learn about 3D room scanners in this detailed guide!

by Melanie Griffin
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Smart DIY 3D Printer Sensor Measures Harmful Emissions

Gary Peng is a San Diego based high-schooler who creates products using 3D printing. His latest invention is a 3D printer emission monitor which sends users warning alerts via a smartphone app.

by Hanna Watkin
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3D Printed Functional Darth Vader Suit to Debut on Kickstarter

Star Wars is undoubtedly one of biggest fandoms out there, and Darth Vader is arguably its most iconic character. Soon, you might be able to dress up as the Sith warrior in a super realistic, functional Darth Vader suit.

by Mika Yeap
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Like ABS, Only Better
ABS Pro Filament – What Is It?

ABS filament is known for its high tensile strength, but it's prone to certain annoying issues like warping and shrinkage. Discover the solution: ABS pro.

by Melanie Griffin
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One Small Step for a 3D Printer
Celebrate the Moon Landing with a 3D Printed Bootprint

To celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing, memorabilia creator, Master Replicas, made a 3D printable version of Buzz Aldrin's footprint.

by Hanna Watkin
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Rock Solid Project
[Project] Create Concrete Parts with 3D Printed Casting Molds

A project from Instructables user Further Fabrication shows us how to use 3D printed molds to create objects made from concrete.

by Tyler Koslow
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I Like To Move It, Move It
The Best Arduino Stepper Motors

So you need an Arduino stepper motor for your next project? Check the best available stepper motors fitting Arduino shields and drivers, plus a list of available kits.

by Rocío Jaimes Gutierrez
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[Project] 3D Print Your Own Wristwatch

While there are those who have used 3D printing to make their own watch cases, watch bands, and watch chargers, others are taking the next step and actually 3D print watches. Learn how to make your own!

by Florian Gehrke
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Monoprice Maker Pro Mk.1: Review the Specs

In July 2018, the Maker Pro Mk.1 was introduced to the market. Review its specs and features to see how it compares to other 3D printers.

by All3DP
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Not So Basic After All
Glowforge Basic Laser Cutter: Review the Specs

The Glowforge Basic is the first laser cutter released by the Seattle-based start-up Glowforge. Let's review its specs.

by Tyler Koslow
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A Bigger CR-10
Geeetech A30 3D Printer: Review the Specs

With interesting comfort features and a reasonable price, the Geeetech A30 soon became a competitor to the popular Creality CR-10. Let's review the specs and features of this 3D printer.

by Anatol Locker
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ZBrush 2019 Offers Non-Photorealistic Rendering and Easier Organization

Pixologic released its latest iteration of ZBrush 2019, the popular digital sculpting software, which now offers delights such as a new folder organization update to a Non-Photorealistic Rendering (NPR) system.

by Hanna Watkin
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Rock Around the Clock
[Project] Wi-Fi Round LED Clock

This stylish clock not only shows you the current time but is also an eye-catcher in your room. With a 3D printer, a couple of electronics and a free weekend, you too can have the time of your light.

by Christian Schmied
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