Search Results: 3DPrinting

A developer's journey into OpenSCAD demonstrates how its code-first approach enables efficient parametric modeling for 3D printed components. By scripting a customizable battery holder, the author reveals how this lightweight tool rivals heavyweight CAD software for geometric designs.

In an era of planned obsolescence, tech enthusiasts are finding innovative ways to repurpose outdated devices. One developer successfully modified an old Samsung Galaxy S5 to run without its original battery, transforming it into a dedicated controller for a 3D printer using a clever 'fake battery' circuit.

Discover why SolveSpace is outperforming alternatives like FreeCAD for CAD/CAM beginners through its intuitive interface and streamlined workflow. This deep dive walks through a real-world 3D printing project—from constraint-based sketching to final print—revealing how accessible digital fabrication has become.

University of Pennsylvania researchers have developed Diamanti—a revolutionary concrete blend and 3D-printing technique that mimics bone structures to reduce material use by 60% while boosting CO₂ absorption by 142%. This dual approach tackles concrete's 8% global emissions footprint through bio-inspired lattice designs and diatomaceous earth additives. The team is now preparing to construct its first full-scale prototype bridge in France.

A new web-based ambigram generator enables users to create rotational word designs that transform when flipped, producing 3D-printable models and tattoo-ready artwork. The free tool merges two names into single designs and outputs STL files for physical objects or high-res graphics for digital use.

A new open-source desktop tool leverages machine learning to automate STL file analysis and cost estimation for 3D printing. The STL Analyzer extracts geometric properties, identifies similar parts, and calculates production pricing while offering real-time 3D visualization—addressing critical pain points in additive manufacturing workflows.