While the TAZ Workhorse is extremely good at practical printing, some of its older technology lets it down. Is the print quality enough to overcome its foibles? Let's see.
3D models, especially ones not designed for 3d printing can be incredibly complex, with hidden geometry that makes 3D printing them slow going. Here are a few simple tricks to help you simplify them for printing.
A lot of models you will find in the world will be too big or cumbersome for you to print, this quick guide will show you haw to cut them down to size.
There are many very powerful tools out there for 3D design and 3D printing but they can be pricey. Microsoft has released a range of them lately so we take a look at 3D Builder and it stacks up against the popular online builder Tinkercad
Microsoft has updated its bundled 3D Builder app for Windows 10 with support for both Windows 10 Mobile and Xbox One!
Leaked screenshots and information show that Microsoft plans to release a major update for its 3D Builder app on Windows 10. It will include a way for users to upload an image and turn it into a 3D model.
Microsoft has just released a new and major update for its 3D Builder app for Windows 8.1 that adds a number of new features and improvements, including a way to make 3D printed objects without the need to actually own a 3D printer. Basically, the app has a new button, "Buy Print" that allows users to buy a object they can customize in the app from 3D Systems. Microsoft says: "...
Everyone wishes they had a 3D printer. It’s a relatively new field that’s beginning to see mainstream appeal. To help push 3D printing, Microsoft has released an app for Windows 8 that will let you manage your prints. Makerbot also pushed out some driver updates for Windows 8.1. One way or another, today’s a good day if you’re into 3D printing on Windows 8. Microsoft just released a...