thermoforming

Computational Thermoforming, the Other 3D Printing?

Computational Thermoforming, the Other 3D Printing?

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. And he has a new best-of writing collection and “lazy man’s memoir,” called Borg Like Me.

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Using a new technique in thermoforming to create textured 3D models.

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Building Up to Maker Faire, Shawn Thorsson Brings ED-209 to Life: Part 6 — Assembly and Painting

Building Up to Maker Faire, Shawn Thorsson Brings ED-209 to Life: Part 6 — Assembly and Painting

By Shawn Thorsson

Shawn Thorsson

At a very young age, Shawn learned that the surest way to get the coolest toys was to make them yourselves. Now he makes costumes and props for films, promotional uses, and the occasional private commission. You can read more about his projects and scattered other adventures in his blog.

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If I’m going to get this right, ED-209 needs to be massive and intimidating.

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Building Up to Maker Faire, Shawn Thorsson Brings ED-209 to Life: Part 5 — Rotocasting

Building Up to Maker Faire, Shawn Thorsson Brings ED-209 to Life: Part 5 — Rotocasting

By Shawn Thorsson

Shawn Thorsson

At a very young age, Shawn learned that the surest way to get the coolest toys was to make them yourselves. Now he makes costumes and props for films, promotional uses, and the occasional private commission. You can read more about his projects and scattered other adventures in his blog.

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Hollow resin castings for Robocop’s worst nightmare

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Building Up to Maker Faire, Shawn Thorsson Brings ED-209 to Life: Part 4 — Vacforming

Building Up to Maker Faire, Shawn Thorsson Brings ED-209 to Life: Part 4 — Vacforming

By Shawn Thorsson

Shawn Thorsson

At a very young age, Shawn learned that the surest way to get the coolest toys was to make them yourselves. Now he makes costumes and props for films, promotional uses, and the occasional private commission. You can read more about his projects and scattered other adventures in his blog.

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The Robocop baddie gets its shell.

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