3D Software

3D modeling is a critical step in the 3D printing value chain, allowing the user to imagine the geometry of the part and its functionality. But when you are a beginner, finding your way through the many software solutions available…

MeshMixer is one of the free 3D software programs provided by Autodesk, which offers several interesting features to help users in not just modeling but also in 3D printing processes. Available on Windows and Mac OS, version 3.5 of MeshMixer…

Autodesk offers multiple modeling software solutions, the most well-known being AutoCAD. It is the design software of choice for architects, engineers and construction professionals. Even though you can create 3D models with solids, surfaces and mesh objects on AutoCAD, it is…

3DEXPERIENCE World 2024 has come to an end. The 25th anniversary of the event organized by Dassault Systèmes took place in Dallas, Texas, from February 11-14, with the aim to bring together a community of engineers, entrepreneurs, manufacturers and industry…

Obtaining a 3D file for printing can be done in many ways: free or paid download from a dedicated platform, modeling from an adapted CAD software or 3D scanning via a 3D scanner. Today there are a multitude of solutions…

3D modeling is an important step for all those using 3D printing. Especially for users who prefer to create their own designs, implementing each step from A to Z themselves. In addition to additive manufacturing on an industrial scale or…

Today, let’s take a close look into 3DPrinterOS—a user-friendly software solutions platform tailored for 3D printing enthusiasts. Serving as an open-source operating system for 3D printers, 3DPrinterOS streamlines tasks by eliminating the need to juggle multiple programs and tools. The…

CAD, or computer-aided design, is the process of creating, modifying and optimizing designs using specialized software. It is widely used in a number of industries, including architecture, engineering, manufacturing (including additive manufacturing) and entertainment. CAD software can handle both 2D…

When it comes to 3D printing software, one of the most critical are slicers, which are used to prepare a 3D model for printing. These intermediaries convert the 3D model into a series of thin layers and generates a G-code…

Created in 1995, Blender is a complete 3D modeling software, very popular in the world of animation and video thanks to the many features it offers. The particularity of Blender is that it is 100% free, open source – which…

In any printing process, the first step is the digital design of the model to be manufactured. For this, there is a wide variety of design tools available on the market. From basic solutions for beginners to advanced software for…

When creating parts through additive manufacturing, file preparation is a key step in the 3D printing process. This requires software tools that allow the lamination of the models and the adjustment of the appropriate printing parameters for each case. This…