Researchers have developed a 3D printing strategy to create programmable artificial muscles. Harvard’s SEAS ...

Researchers used rotational multimaterial 3D printing to pattern active and passive polymers within filaments. The approach ...

Advances in filaments for FDM 3D printers have come in leaps and bounds over the past few years, and carbon fibre (CF) reinforced filament is becoming a common sight. Robotics extraordinaire [James ...

After you pick a 3D printer, the first decision you'll have to make is what type of filament you want to use. Look deep enough, and you'll see several dozen varieties—even setting aside the numerous ...

Wet filament can mean disaster for any project on your 3D printer, but that does that mean you should invest in a dedicated ...

From plant-based PLA to recycled ocean plastics, sustainable 3D printing filaments are transforming how makers create while reducing environmental impact. These materials offer compostability, ...

Those of you that already own a 3D printer or have access to one will already have experienced the mounting costs of purchasing the 3D printing filament required to create and develop your designs and ...

The next time you find yourself in need of some large-ish plastic springs, maybe consider [PattysLab]’s method for making plastic springs out of spare filament. The basic process is simple: tightly ...

A 3D printer on Kickstarter hopes to turn the tide away from filament and over to pellets to save techies money and expand printing options. Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers gadgets and tech ...