Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Since 3D printers debuted in the 1980s, the devices have been used ...

Until recently, 3D printing companies have focused their efforts on showing manufacturers the benefits of the technology, such as efficient prototyping, flexibility in design and the opportunity to ...

Murray Leinster’s short story Things Pass By, published in 1945, includes what may be the first description of 3D printers: But this constructor is both efficient and flexible. I feed magnetronic ...

James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s. While his main areas of expertise are maker tools -- 3D printers, vinyl cutters, paper printers, and laser ...

Archeology, as a discipline, has long been the bridge between the past and present. However, as we advance further into the 21st Century, the tools we use to engage with history are evolving. One of ...