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5 free 3D printer slicers to try

A 3D slicer is one of the essential tools that every 3D printing enthusiast needs in their arsenal. After designing your ...
AZOM

What Is the Role of Slicer Software in 3D Printing?

What Is Slicer Software and How Does it Enable 3D Printing? 3D printing, a type of additive manufacturing, works by creating objects layer-by-layer based on a digital computer-aided design (CAD) model ...
Nextgov

Cheaper 3D Printing Uses Little Nozzles and a 'Slicer'

Get the latest federal technology news delivered to your inbox. A new method 3D-prints large and complex parts more cheaply than current methods. “We have more tests to run to understand the strength ...
Hackaday

A Universal, Non-planar Slicer For 3D Printing Is Worth Thinking About

One may think that when it comes to 3D printing, slicing software is pretty much a solved problem. Take a 3D model, slice it into flat layers equal to layer height, and make a toolpath so the nozzle ...
The Next Layer on MSN

Improve your 3D printing game with Orca Slicer

In this video, you'll learn how to effectively use Orca Slicer for enhanced 3D printing results. The right adjustments in ...
CNN

3D printing for beginners: A how-to guide

So, you got a 3D printer for the holidays, and you’re excited to dive in. Chances are, you’re not sure where to begin. What can you print? What’s fun? What’s useful? Justifying the purchase of a 3D ...