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As 3D printing continues to gain more and more momentum in the learning environment, we see a great spike in the number of creative and useful teaching materials emerging in the realm of 3D printing. Thanks for contributing to this increasingly important area of 3D printing by taking part in our challenge! As always, we had trouble picking out the best models, but here are the winning entries: have fun printing them! Best 3D Printing...

Let's cut to the chase. We're here to kill the hype surrounding 3D printing. Why? Because there are some REAL, actual achievements to discuss. And there is no better way to start a meaningful conversation than by ripping through some ridiculously uninformed thoughts. 1. "In as little as 5 years you might be living in a 3D-printed house". Good god, that sounds ugly. In March 2014, a Chinese company 3D-printed 10 £3,200 concrete houses in...

Do you game? That's the question. A modern take on Shakespear's "to be or not to be?" and (honestly) a filter that many use to decide which people are worthy of their friendship. Hardcore and occasional gamers will appreciate the idea of diving into their fantasy concepts and emerging with game-ready 3D models they'd love to see in a game. Whether you choose to create favorite characters or environment concepts, there are only two requirements:...

Wearable technology is spinning the tech-lovers out of control. There's so much media frenzy about the upcoming release of Apple Watch that, no matter whether you love or hate the idea of the first chic wearable, it's in your face. The new 3D printing challenge is all about the Apple Watch and the commercial possibilities waiting to be unlocked. It's a fantastic opportunity for you to use the vibrant pre-sale anticipation period to promote your...

If you have turned your mind to giving your home, style or way of living a good, healthy shake-up this spring, you will be glad to have stumbled upon these few simple ideas how 3D printing can inject excitement and comfort into your daily routines. Odds are you have a bunch of crazy ideas yourself that you consider impossible or useless; but the thing with 3D printing is that nothing is unreachable if you take...

It's likely this won't come as news to you, but there has been a major shift in moods around the world, as we have officially entered the better half of the calendar (and year) - yeap, it's finally spring! Even if it's only on paper yet, we're brimming with happiness. And hey, if the thought of heavenly good weather, frisbee parties and no coats doesn't excite you, you clearly need to review your priorities in...

Ironically, the 3D printable miniatures market is huge and continues to grow at meteoric speed. It's a hit, because it makes the journey from fantasy concepts, favorite games, movies or books one step closer to reality. You wake up one morning with a vivid mental image of a great warrior, far-far-away-land princess or a dream motorcycle firmly fixed in your mind, and by the time you go back to sleep, you can have it comfortably...

In the old times they used a different word for April, which meant "the month of openings". Christians celebrated the resurrection of Christ during the month of openings, hence the Easter egg that symbolizes new beginnings, new life and fertility. We don't really bother finding out facts that our traditions sit on anymore, and who could blame us? Given the speed we live at and the different perspective we have on life, less and less...

Howdy folks! Yet another challenge has come to an end and it's time to give out medals. This time you have competed in creating highly functional, original robot concepts, some of which are truly mind-bending. We are impressed. However, due to lack of portfolios that fulfill the challenge criteria, we have decided to remove the runner-ups in the Best Portfolio category - please play fair. Uploading random or tagging old designs to reach the required...

Love is in the air... We can already hear the champagne glasses clanking and chocolate wrappings disappearing into PJ's pockets. Maybe 3D printed gift is an idea worth trying this year? The winners of our Valentine's challenge have shown us that a printed gift can be just as exciting as a blind date. Well done, everyone and thanks for boosting the romance! Best 3D Valentine's Challenge Model Infinity Heart by artmax What the winner gets:...