We’re all familiar with FDM 3D printing, and some of the more well-heeled or adventurous among us may even have taken a faltering step into the world of SLA printers. But for most of us there’s a step ...

So a local "maker space" has two introductory workshops. One for laser cutting/engraving, the other on 3D printing. Ideally I'd visit both, since I'm clueless in both techniques and I haven't designed ...

If you have a 3D printer, you’re surrounded by plastic trash. I’m speaking, of course, of failed prints, brims, and support material that builds up in the trash can near your printer. Although ...

Makers, designers and enthusiasts looking for a modular transforming 3D printer and laser cutter may be interested in the new Optimus featuring a smart modular design and three useful functions in the ...

Looking to add laser cutting and engraving to my 6 3D printer mini farm. I know nothing about desktop laser cutters, but know enough about 3D printers to guess some things. First, sweet spot for me ...

Combining laser engraving with 3D printing creates unique, customizable items quickly and inexpensively. Creative projects like edge-lit lamps, kinetic coasters, and wood-inlay magnets showcase the ...

The Route 9 Library’s maker lab & software startup Flynn put local 3D printers to work to make face shields for communities with the most need. Jessica Glassco in full PPE: headband and shield laser ...

Makers searching for a versatile desktop 3D printer that can also, laser engraved and even CNC cut certain materials, may be interested in the Rubanmaster recently launched via Kickstarter. Early bird ...

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 ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. Engineers at UCLA are a part of a growing ...