What I Learned 3D Printing My Own BB-8
One man recounts his quest to 3D print his own faithful reproduction of the BB-8 droid from Star Wars.
3D Printing & Imaging
If you’re a maker, 3d printing is an incredibly useful tool to have in your arsenal. Not only can it help bring your projects to life faster, but it can also offer unique results that would be difficult (or impossible!) to achieve with traditional methods. In these blog posts, we’ll provide you with some essential information and tips regarding 3D printing for makers—including the basics of how to get started, plus creative tutorials for spicing up your projects. Whether you’re already familiar with 3d printing or are just starting out, these resources will help take your game-making skills even further!
Ultimaker Unveils 2+ Line with Extruder Improvements
This week at CES, Ultimaker announced a new line of printers with better nozzles, extruders, and cooling.
Bye Bye Cubify, 3D Systems Discontinues Consumer Division
3d systems discontinues the consumer line of printers
No Makerspace No Problem: Maker Cart Takes Workshop Education to Go
The ED Cart will be a great way to reach students without the cost of a full Makerspace and can seed the way for Maker learning for all.
This Beautiful Spinning Egg Ornament Just Won an Ultimaker!
Check out the winners of Make:’s 3D printed holiday ornament contest.
Every Star Wars Project Featured on Make: So Far (Over 100!)
We love Star Wars and you probably do, too. So here’s every Star Wars project we’ve posted over the last 10 years.
Your Favorite Obscure Star Wars Droid Is Now a 3D Printed Charger
The GNK droid from Star Wars is immortalized as this 3D printed cell phone charger.