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How closed-loop stepper motors use encoder feedback to eliminate missed steps, plus driver design, NEMA sizing, and when to choose a servo instead.
Design for additive manufacturing (DfAM) is the discipline of shaping a part around what a 3D printer can actually build.
This article looks at essential strategies and solutions for optimizing 3D print support structures across FDM, SLA, and other technologies
What is PLA filament and why is it so popular for entry-level 3D printing and beyond? This article covers the basics of Polylactic Acid.
PETG vs PLA is a question asked by many newcomers to FFF 3D printing, with both materials offering important benefits. Choosing between them often comes down to the requirements of the project.
What is 3D printer filament? This guide examines polymers, additives, and composites, offering practical tips for digital design and hardware engineers.
A technical analysis of 3D printing in healthcare, covering materials, clinical applications, and regulatory considerations for engineers.
Explore the rise of 3D printing food, including market growth, printing technologies, material science, and real-world applications.
How does 3D printing work? This guide covers everything from desktop printers to industrial systems, explaining the digital workflow, materials, and applications that engineers need to understand.
This guide explores how resin 3D printing works, the physics and chemistry behind it, practical design considerations, performance data, and safety recommendations.
PolyJet 3D printing is a high-precision material jetting technology that uses inkjet heads and UV-curable photopolymers to produce multi-material, full-color parts with good resolution.
What is AMS 3D printing? Here we provide a technical exploration of Bambu Lab's Automatic Material System (AMS) architecture, operation, and performance.
The 3D printer filament market is flooded with choices, but what are the best PETG filaments available to engineers today? Here we look at some of the top brands.
A guide for engineers about what sparse infill density refers to, with practical recommendations backed by research and slicing software data.
A thorough tutorial for digital design engineers, hardware engineers, and electronics students on how to calibrate a 3D printer effectively. It covers theory and practical implementations.
Vertical fine artifacts (VFA) are microscopic ridges that can degrade the appearance of 3D printed parts. This article explains how to mitigate them.
Harness the potential of additive manufacturing by learning how to use a 3D printer. This guide provides the basics for digital design engineers, hardware engineers, and electronics students.
Unlocking the full potential of your SolidWorks parts requires understanding the SLDPRT file format and knowing which tools can open, view, and convert these files. This guide combines theoretical insights with step by step instructions on how to open SLDPRT files to help engineers and students.
A deep dive into the physics, properties, and practical applications of 3D printing filaments, from everyday polylactic acid to performance composites.
This article looks at how to optimize strength in additive manufacturing and provides a 3D printer filament strength chart for easy material comparison.
A comprehensive technical guide on vapor smoothing, covering process, materials, equipment, safety, and benefits for digital design and hardware engineers.
Thermoplastic elastomers can be found in flexible products from wearables to automotive seals. This guide compares TPE vs TPU in terms of properties and applications.
What is ABS filament? This article explores the properties and applications of this robust thermoplastic.
Understand the fundamentals of media blasting and discover proven methods for improving surface adhesion, minimizing contamination, and achieving consistent, high-quality finishes in post-process operations.
