G-code is effective, easily edited, and nearly ubiquitous when it comes to anything CNC. The format has many strengths, but space efficiency isn’t one of them. In fact, when it comes to 3D printing in ...

D printing creates solid objects from the additive process of layering plastics, metal, wood, synthetic fibers, and more.

Cornerstone of many useful things: This Prusa i3 part was modeled in OpenSCAD. Programmatic CAD, in particular the OpenSCAD language and IDE, has accompanied the maker movement for a while now. After ...

James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s. While his main areas of expertise are maker tools -- 3D printers, vinyl cutters, paper printers, and laser ...