Meshmixer A free 3D modeling tool used to check and repair models for printing, ensuring they are error-free. STL or OBJ Format File formats used for 3D models.

3D printing can be a fun and productive hobby and skill, but there can be a lot of confusion around the files involved. Here are some you should know about.

Autodesk's Tinkercad is a free Web-based design tool that enables you to create 3D objects, then download those creations in a printer-friendly format. Here's how to get started.

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XYZPrinting’s new all-in-one 3D printer offers the ability to replicate objects with an embedded 3D scanner. It is simple to use and a powerful tool that makers will appreciate, and at $799 it's ...

It's up to you whether you want a one-off file or a steady stream of them. 3D-printed action figures come in two forms. The first utilizes simple articulation, mostly hinges.