Print‑in‑place articulated models are a true test of 3D printing skill, blending precise tolerances, slicer mastery, and smart material choices. From dragons to functional hinges, success depends on ...

Print-in-place 3D printing combines creative design with precise execution, enabling moving parts to emerge ready-to-use directly from the build plate. By applying correct clearances, air gaps, and ...

3D printed in-place mechanisms and flexures, such as living hinges, are really neat when you can get them to print correctly. But how do you actually do that? YouTuber [Slant 3D] is here with a ...

3D printing offers new opportunities to IP owners and manufacturers, but also brings risks. Justin E Pierce and Steven J Schwarz suggest some approaches companies can take to maximise protection in ...

3D printing bearings with an FDM printer can be an iffy endeavor, but it doesn’t have to be that way. [Matvey Kukuy]’s Ultimate 608 Bearing with Calibration Kit is everything you’ll need to dial in ...

When you get a 3D printer, it can be overwhelming to figure out what you want to make. There are several designs you can discover online, and eventually, you can create your own using programs like ...

3D printing has evolved very quickly. From slow bed-slingers with small print beds to fancy Core-XY printers with multiple nozzles and tool changers, we've come a long way. In 2026, multiple brands ...