Before you even touch a printer, you'll need a design—a precise computer-generated model that will tell the printer what to make.

While there are 3D printers that actually will create chocolate creations and three-dimensional models of the Captain's chair, 3D printing does have production constraints and design limitations.

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

The models of a patient's vascular system help surgeons better prepare for delicate operations for stroke, aneurysms and heart failure.

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.

As the cost of 3D printers tumbles, researchers have begun using them to make everything from bespoke equipment for experiments to realistic models of human organs.

If you’re moving beyond foam board wings, 3D printing is an excellent way to create an accurate airfoil, and [Tom Stanton] provides us with an excellent guide to modeling wing sections for easy ...

These are the 3D printers we recommend for a variety of budgets, whether you’re after professional results or just want to get creative and have fun at home.

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