Celtic Tradition Meets 3D Printing: Introducing 3D Design App Sertae
There is neither beginning nor end in beautifully intertwined Celtic knots. Their endless flow represents eternity, love, unity, harmony and the timeless nature of our spirit. With Sertae, a 3D design app partnering with i.materialise, you can personalize this traditional motif to make a one-of-a-kind pendant. What could be more romantic than creating a pendant for that special someone with a personalized message woven into the knots?
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How to Design a Raspberry Pi Case for 3D Printing
So you’ve bought a Raspberry Pi but you still need a case to go along with it. You could get a standard case or better yet, you could design something yourself! Before you let your imagination go wild, sit back, relax and check out of these tips and tricks on how to get started on creating and 3D printing your own Raspberry Pi case.
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A Self-Transforming Lampshade: Welcome to the World of 4D Printing!
ZooM is a classic 3D printed lampshade: probably a perfect match for your dining room. But if you order it from our online shop, you will receive a box with a 3D printed flat pentagon inside. So how can this function as a lampshade? The keyword to uncovering this secret is “4D printing.”
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i.materialise Now Partnering to Let uformit: A New 3D Design App Featuring Joshua Harker
Imagine a world where you could easily customize products designed by leading artists. What if you could even make a design as unique as yourself, by combining it with your biometric data? It’s now possible on uformit, a 3D design app that takes you to a new era of design and technology.
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Is Your Dad a Geek? Order in Time for Father’s Day!
Father’s Day is on its way. We all want to show some appreciation and extra love to the great dads on this day, but offering a tie every year is a bit boring, isn’t it? A unique 3D-printed gift can be a happy surprise for your dad, especially if he’s a creator who likes to keep his hands busy, or a tech geek who’s in love with gadgets!
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9 to 5 Warriors: When You Punch Out, They Come Punching In
Back in the days, we were all crazy about cartoons and waiting eagerly for the next episode of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles or Masters of the Universe. Many of us are still fond of them today, as they can easily take us back to our childhood. But why stick to classic heroes, if you can create several of your own?
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13 Days of Free Velvet Finish for the Easter Season!
Today starts the Easter holiday weekend! You’ve probably already noticed “Easter is in the air” by the smell of spring and pastel-colored decorations all around. But have you ever celebrated Easter with your own 3D printed ornaments ? If not, you should try it out with polyamide while we’re offering free velvet finish!
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Dario Scapitta’s 3D Printed Neck Piece “Extravaganza” Won the Design Silver Award
We’re excited to announce that Dario Scapitta’s 3D printed neck piece “Extravaganza” won the A Design Silver Award 2014, under the “Jewelry, Eyewear and Watch Design” category. Congratulations, Dario, from everyone here at i.materialise!
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3D Printing Tips & Tricks – How to 3D Model A Great 3D Print
When modeling a 3D object for 3D printing, you need to stick to certain design rules. Printers and 3D printing materials have individual rules and characteristics that need to be respected in order to get the high quality 3D print you are looking for. That’s why we compiled the ultimate list of 3D printing tips and tricks to make your life easier. Stick to these basic rules and you won’t have a problem when turning your idea into 3D printed reality.
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Here’s 3 More Reasons to 3D Print in Gold, Silver and Brass
Precious metals brass and silver are now shipped faster, silver is more cost-friendly, and gold is easier to order. How fast, cheap and easy? Read more to find out!
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