One of the biggest tech trends to follow is the evolution of 3D printing -- not just in the consumer market, but also in education. But to use 3D printers, students will need to learn how to design ...

I made some mistakes learning how to use the $300 Elegoo Centauri Carbon 3D printer, but it didn't take me long to make my first part.

The best 3D modeling software and apps smoothly powers through a range of professional-grade design tasks, from architecture and video game design to 3D printing.

These days, you are more likely to create a 3D model of an object, especially if you are going to 3D print it. After all, the 3D printer software is going to expect a model.

Here are key strategies to create a successful 3D printing program in educational institutions, fostering innovation and enhancing student learning experiences.

That could change, though, thanks to new software that tells them how to knit custom 3D objects. The program was developed by a Carnegie Mellon University team led by assistant professor James McCann.

The best 3D printers for beginners offer simple setup, flexibility, and an intuitive interface to help get users up and printing.

Nova3D Elfin 3D printer review: A decent printer with software issues The Elfin 3D printer from Nova3D is good, but not amazing. It does have a few fun features, though.

The best 3D printers under $1,000 run the gamut from simple models aimed at beginners to advanced setups for experts.

When connected with MES software and 3D printing simulation, the equipment can learn from past errors and address them before they even happen in the future.