3D printed gearboxes are great for experimental designs, but due to roughness and inaccuracies in the printed surfaces, they can wear quickly and be rather noisy. As a possible alternative, [Resetman] ...

There was a time when print-in-place moving parts were a curiosity, but [Tomek] shows that things are now at a point where a hand-cranked turbine blower with integrated planetary gears can be entirely ...

There are times when a custom, “good enough” part beats buying the real thing, and there are times when it absolutely doesn’t ...

From lightweight tools to custom outdoor accessories, I tested 3D printed camping gear to see if it can actually handle real-world adventures. Some items impressed me, others didn’t—but the results ...

When 3D printers first started becoming mainstream, no one would’ve thought that people would 3D print aircraft components out of all things. However, it actually happened. Wuhan, China, is at the ...

Automotive manufacturers have embraced 3D printing, but even if you can print something on your own, that doesn't mean it's ...