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Question of the Week: Resurrecting the Kodak Portrait 3D Printer
This week’s question is regarding the now unsupported Kodak Portrait desktop 3D printer.
LulzBot Slicing Software Revamp: From Legacy Challenges to Modern Solutions
I had an interesting conversation yesterday with the folks behind LulzBot regarding their software updates.
Ultimaker Responds to High-Speed 3D Printing Trend with Significant Improvements
UltiMaker reacts to the high speed 3D printing explosion with speed improvements.
UltiMaker Software Integration: Unraveling the Future of their Combined Environments
I’ve been wondering how UltiMaker will tie together their software environments, which could be quite interesting.
Streamlining 3D Printing: The Demand for a Standardized Profile System
Could everyone please get together and figure out a way to standardize 3D printer profiles? Please!
Introducing Material Interlocking: Ultimaker Cura 5.3.0’s Revolutionary Feature
UltiMaker released a new version of UltiMaker Cura earlier this month, and there is a very surprising feature included.
We All Need A Slicing Profile Standard
I’m wondering why there isn’t a standard format for 3D print slicing profiles.
Does Ultimaker Cura 5.0 Really Change Things?
After the blockbuster announcement of Ultimaker Cura 5.0, I decided to give it a quick test.
Ultimaker Cura 5.0 Beta Released
Ultimaker has released beta version 5.0 of their flagship software system, Ultimaker Cura.
New Cura Enables Much Faster 3D Printing
Ultimaker announced a new version of Ultimaker Cura, which seems to offer much more rapid 3D printing.
The State of 3D Print Slicing Software
Slicing software is a key element in any 3D printing workflow, but what are the options?
Ultimaker Cura’s Secret Lightning Infill Really Works!
The latest version of Ultimaker Cura has a secret, extremely powerful feature: Lightning infill.
Can An Ender 3 Print Full-Color Models?
A method of converting the popular Ender 3 desktop 3D printer to a color printer has been published.
BCN3D Releases Custom 3D Printer Slicing Software
BCN3D announced the release of their own slicing software, “BCN Stratos”.
Ultimaker Releases Ultimaker Cura 4.10, With An Interesting Feature… For Some
Ultimaker released a new version of Ultimaker Cura, their highly popular 3D print management software.
Teton Simulation Now Integrated With GrabCAD
Teton Simulation announced an arrangement with Stratasys to allow use of their advanced slicing optimizer in GrabCAD.
Ultimaker Cura 4.9 Focuses on Digital Library Feature
Ultimaker released version 4.9 of Ultimaker Cura.
Hacked Slicing: How To 3D Print Feathers
Want to 3D print feathers that actually look, feel and act life feathers? Read on!
Teton Simulation Launches First Software Product
3D printing software is smartening up its slicing as Teton goes live with its first product: Smart Slice for Ultimaker Essentials.
Ultimaker Releases Ultimaker Cura 4.7
There’s a new release of Ultimaker Cura out this week, version 4.7.
Ultimaker Launches “Ultimaker Essentials”
Ultimaker launched a new software product today, which they call Ultimaker Essentials.
Will PodoPrinter Use A Belt-Driven 3D Printer?
Evidence has arisen indicating the upcoming PodoPrinter project may make use of a belt-driven 3D printer.
Ultimaker Releases Ultimaker Cura 4.5
Ultimaker has released a new version of Ultimaker Cura 4.5, and as usual there are a couple of very interesting new features.
Ultimaker Cura Has Incredible Usage, But How Is this Known?
Ultimaker announced some startling statistics gathered from everyone’s use of their very popular Ultimaker Cura 3D print slicing system.
Teton Simulation’s Smart Slice Tool Works!
Teton Simulation has now integrated their FEA algorithm directly into Ultimaker Cura, vastly simplifying and empowering 3D printing workflows.
Awaiting Simplify3D 5.0
Simplify3D says they will issue the long-awaited version 5 of their powerful slicing software in 2020. It’s now 2020, and what can we expect?
Ultimaker Cura 4.4 Includes An Interesting New Concept
Ultimaker released a new version of Ultimaker Cura 3D printer slicing software that includes a very intriguing new feature: Intent Profiles.
Ultimaker Cura 4.3 Released With A Feature I’ve Wanted Forever
A new version of Ultimaker Cura has been released: 4.3 includes a number of 3D print quality improvements and a magical feature everyone will use.
Ultimaker Releases Ultimaker Cura 4.2 Beta
Need more advanced 3D print slicing capabilities? Why not give Ultimaker Cura beta 4.2 a try? It includes orthographic views and advanced flow control.
New Features in Ultimaker Cura 4.1 Include Cloud Discovery
Thinking of upgrading to Cura 4.1? That’s a very good idea because the new 3D printer slicing and management software includes many new features.
Question of the Week: What 3D Printing Software for Schools?
This week’s question probes the software required for schools using 3D printing.
Ultimaker Still Tweaking Cura 4.0
Ultimaker released yet another version of their upcoming Cura 4.0 software.
At Last: The End of STL Is In Sight
There have been a few developments recently that have brought me to the view that STL file format will slide away quietly.
Ultimaker Looks Up with Cloud and Material Announcements
Two Cura-centric announcements from Ultimaker today mark ongoing progress for the company.
Simplify3D 5.0 To Be Paid Upgrade Only
Simplify3D has let users know their next upgrade, 5.0, will be a paid upgrade.
Previewing The New Cura
Ultimaker snuck out a beta version of Cura 4.0.
Cura 3.5 Goes Full 3MF
Ultimaker has released Cura version 3.5.
Ultimaker Releases Cura 3.4
Ultimaker has released the latest version of Cura, their slicing engine.
New Features in Cura 3.2
Ultimaker has released Ultimaker Cura 3.2, which includes a number of very interesting features.
Ultimaker Releases “Cura Connect”
Ultimaker has released their powerful Cura Connect system.
MakePrintable Takes a Bite Out of Everyone’s 3D Printing Workflow
MakePrintable announced an interesting integration with Cura that should make life much easier for many 3D printer operators.
Ultimaker Announces, But Does Not Yet Launch, Cura 3.0 and the Mysterious “Cura Connect”
3D printer manufacturer Ultimaker made an important software announcement this week at the TCT conference, describing an upgraded product and an entirely new package.
Cool New Features in Cura Version 2.7
Ultimaker has released an updated version of Cura, and there are some very tasty new features.