3D Mag

From avatars and video game assets to the interiors of entire buildings, it's now possible to capture all sorts of 3D models with your smartphone. In our latest 3D scanning feature, we take a look at the most exciting apps currently on the market, and explore the potential of 3D modeling in the palm of your hand. You can find our full 3D scanning app guide here: https://lnkd.in/dXiaBRn6

Want to get involved in 3D printing? Looking to swap your bedslinger for a higher-end machine? If so, check out our full breakdown of the best desktop 3D printers money can buy in 2025, featuring Prusa Research, ANYCUBIC, ELEGOO, Bambu Lab, Creality 3D, LulzBot, and more. Read here: https://lnkd.in/dSFpMPQp

For newcomers, the idea of using 3D scanning for reverse engineering can be a tricky one to get your head around. But fear not! There are now plenty of ways to streamline the process of going from 'scan-to-CAD', and turn physical products into digital designs, ripe for reinvention and reproduction. Check out our step-by-step guide to reverse engineering here: https://lnkd.in/db3Jh9Nu

Imagine moving into a house built in just 24 hours or a meteor-resistant home on Mars! Discover how 3D construction printing is transforming architecture, tackling the global housing crisis, and redefining sustainable living. Click to explore the future of construction: https://lnkd.in/dN6tUTHC

From ancient Pompeii to the iconic bust of Nefertiti, 3D printing is rewriting the way we preserve and experience history. Curious about how this tech bridges the past and future? Read more: https://lnkd.in/dAR5fZrM

Digital Twins: simple 3D models or real-time data powerhouses? Dive into the debate and discover the cutting-edge tech redefining industries. Ready to uncover the truth? Read more: https://lnkd.in/dMB-yT7g

🎄 With Christmas just around the corner and New Year’s excitement in the air, why not add some 3D magic to your holidays? From custom gifts to fun projects, check out 15 brilliant ideas to print and impress! Read here: https://lnkd.in/gj9zqH44

At the 2024 edition of Formnext - Where ideas take shape, the next stage of 3D printing’s evolution really was taking shape. In our final feature on this year’s show, hear from key industry voices and discover the strategic shifts, market opportunities, and emerging technologies poised to redefine the world of additive manufacturing. Here it is: https://lnkd.in/dGgzTwJJ

 How Close Are We to Truly Sustainable 3D Printing? From eco-habitats in Italy to luxury yacht components, WASP is redefining what’s possible with sustainable 3D printing. Discover how their latest innovations unveiled at Formnext 2024 push the boundaries of eco-friendly manufacturing. Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/dsEQQgHd

What if mission-critical military parts could be 3D printed directly on the battlefield? In an exclusive interview, SPEE3D’s CEO reveals how their cold spray technology is redefining military logistics by enabling on-demand production in extreme conditions. Discover how 3D printing is reshaping defense operations. Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/d59FUTY5