3D printers are affordable enough that almost anyone can buy one, but should you? Before you dive in, here's what to consider—about materials, possible uses, software, and much more. Since 2004, I ...

From aerospace and medical purposes to fashion and automotive innovations, there are nearly limitless possibilities of 3D printing for prototyping, manufacturing and customization. A 3D printer ...

The new MakerBot Gives Back Initiative underscores a long-standing dedication to supporting STEM education and student development by providing a holistic ecosystem of 3D printing tools and resources ...

This article is the third part of a four-part series that examines some of the changes in 3D printing that have occurred in the past three years since my first articles on the subject. Because this is ...

Technology professional development specialist at Moreno Valley Unified School District in southern California. She has led a movement in her district to increase access and equity in STEAM by ...

It may seem the stuff of science fiction. But three-dimensional printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is part of the here and now in classrooms and manufacturers, and its use is finding ...