If you’re using a 3D printer, you’ll need something to print. There are a wide variety of 3D-printable models to choose from online, but if you want to make something truly your own, you’ll ...

The best way to simplify a complex model for 3D printing is to reduce its triangle mesh. Sometimes called decimating, this process takes away a lot of the complex geometry that is great to have ...

There is a big difference between a 3D model and a 3D model designed for 3D printing. 3D printing a model requires a lot of specific parameters on the model to be exact for the print to succeed ...

Other excellent resources for sourcing downloadable 3D models or creating step-by-step 3D printing projects can be found at Pinshape, 3DShook, Sketchfab, Turbosquid or Wevolver.

Using off-the-shelf electronic components, a Raspberry Pi, and a 3D printer, it's possible to build your own working miniature classic Mac. Here's how.

How do you 3D-print without a 3D printer? If you don't own a 3D printer, you can still 3D print any 3D model you found through a database or designed through a software tool.

Class 2: Build a 3D Model Plane - Part 2: Tinkercad Tinkercad is the computer aided design program that Conánn uses to create a 3D model version of Harry’s plane.

Here's a step-by-step guide on how to 3D print your very own miniatures for D&D or other tabletop experiences.

Some readers may consider that a revolting oversimplification, but it is a helpful one to make a point about how 3D scanning, 3D printing, and CAD work do (and don’t) work together.