We Expand Our 3D Printing Platform to the Middle East!
i.materialise is all about making 3D printing accessible to everyone: designers, inventors, students, artists, and makers around the globe. That’s why we are happy to announce that Materialise and 3DVinci Creations have signed a collaboration agreement which will bring the i.materialise 3D printing platform to the United Arab Emirates and further expand the reach of 3D printing into the Middle East region.
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A 3D Modeling Software for Beginners: How to Create Your First 3D Print with 3DSlash
Thinking about creating your first 3D printable object but don’t know exactly where to start? Then this step-by-step tutorial for the most beginner-friendly 3D modeling software is just what you need. You will learn how to create your first 3D print without buying or downloading a 3D modeling software program: welcome to the world of 3D design app 3DSlash! (more…)
adidas Futurecraft: The Ultimate 3D Printed Personalized Shoe
Sporting goods giant adidas is unveiling the future of performance footwear with Futurecraft 3D, a unique 3D printed running shoe midsole which can be tailored to the cushioning needs of an individual’s foot. As part of the ‘Futurecraft series’, this forward-looking initiative places open source collaboration and craftsmanship at the heart of design to drive innovation across all elements of production.
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Introducing 3D Printed Copper: It Just Makes Cents!
Once again we’re proud to announce a new member in our growing family of 3D printing materials. After offering 3D printing in gold, silver, ceramics, and even wood, we can now let you create and order 3D prints in our 19th material as of today: copper!
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A Space-Inspired 3D Printed Dress Is Coming: The Vortex Dress
Fashion designer Laura Thapthimkuna just announced the design for her next fashion project: the Vortex Dress. The Vortex Dress will be Laura’s first fully 3D printed dress. Her fascination with the universe was the driving force behind the design. Read on to learn more about this stunning space-inspired dress.
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Enhancing Furniture with 3D Printing: Furniture Design Student Creates Unique Table Design with 3D Printed Parts
21-year old Simon Philips uses his passion for mathematical geometry and the power of 3D printing to create one-of-its-kind tables. Read on to learn more about Simon’s stunning first 3D printing project.
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Meet Us at the 3D Printshow in Paris on October 16-17
On October 16th and 17th we’ll be attending the 3D Printshow in Paris. We welcome all people interested in 3D printing to come visit us at our booth and learn more about the possibilities of this great technology. We will present our 3D printing materials and services and will be available to discuss your 3D printing projects and business ideas.
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3D Printed Wallets: Creating Minimal, Discreet, and Practical Products with 3D Printing
British startup Vanacci creates wallets like no other: with modern laser-sintering 3D printers they create sleek, minimal-looking wallets and men’s accessories. They just launched their successful Kickstarter campaign for the most discreet 3D printed wallet ever.
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Making 3D Printed Steel Better: New Black Steel Finish and Updated Prices
3D printed steel got an update: we’re happy to announce that we have launched our seventh steel finish, Unpolished Black, and that prices for 3D printing your design in steel have dropped by an average of 16%.
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How To Create a 3D Printed Ring – An Easy Step-by-Step Tutorial For RhinoGold
Thinking about designing and 3D printing your own jewelry? Haven’t found a software that suits your needs entirely? Then this easy introduction to RhinoGold might just be what you are looking for. In this beginner-friendly tutorial, we will show you how you can create and 3D print three types of rings in a few easy steps: basic rings, rings with textures, and more sophisticated rings with overlapping elements.
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