Drukowanie w 3D - co i jak? (ENGLISH), Opracowania z Informatyka

Pobierz Drukowanie w 3D - co i jak? (ENGLISH) i więcej Opracowania w PDF z Informatyka tylko na Docsity!

THE 56 COOLEST THINGS TO

3D PRINT IN 2023

With enough imagination, creativity, and patience, you can 3D print countless awesome and useful things. Whether you're a seasoned 3D printing enthusiast or just starting your journey, it can be overwhelming to decide where to begin or how to continue exploring the possibilities of this incredible technology. In this extensive guide, we're here to help you navigate the vast world of 3D printing by presenting the absolute coolest things to 3D print for all tastes and uses. From functional tools to intricate designs and captivating works of art, we've curated a collection that is sure to inspire and excite you. If you come across any designs that you believe deserve a spot among the coolest things to 3D print, please get in contact with us, and we'll make sure to add them in here! We don't own any of these files; we're simply fans of the designs and wanted to showcase them. If you're the designer of any featured design and would like it to be removed, just let us know. Without further ado, let's dive into the most awesome stuff you can start printing today! P.S We have also written an extensive guide covering all the best sites for STL files, so you can find your next dream print or project there.

Pokémon are one of the most common first projects for anyone who just got their first 3D printer, but that doesn’t mean they can’t continue to be one of the coolest things to 3D print even after you become an expert. With over 1000 of the little pocket monsters to print as of the most recent generation, there are plenty of cool Pokémon out there to 3D print to your heart’s content! We’ve also written a separate article on the coolest Pokemon 3D print files with a wider selection of files.

Pokémon

Vulpix

Where to Download: Cults3D Designer: SHADOWBONS Price: Free

Where to Download: Cults3D Designer: SHADOWBONS Price: $0. Vulpix has been my favorite Pokémon since the first generation released back in the ‘90s, and it remains my favorite to this day. Of all the 3D printed Pokémon models out there, this one is by far the coolest to me. The detailing is exquisite and the pose appears natural and cute. Any fan of the six-tailed vulpine should be very happy with this print that’s just as fun to prepare and paint as it is to print. And that’s not even mentioning the fact that the STL file above is available completely free of charge.

Metapod Evolving

Designer Shadowbons has some of the greatest 3D printed Pokémon models out there, all available for under a dollar each. They’re simple, but well-detailed and very imaginative.

The gentle giant has been a fan-favorite for decades, and the rotund jolly shape hides well the fact that Dragonite was one of the most powerful early Pokémon despite its generally friendly demeanor. Of course, if you have a favorite Pokémon, then you can find an awesome low poly print of it. This is just an example of one of my top picks for simple 3D printed Pokémon that just about anyone can print regardless of experience.

Gears

3D printing working mechanisms takes precision and know-how, and that’s especially important when 3D printing gears. Not only are they one of the most useful things to 3D print, especially if you have a penchant for engineering, they’re also pretty cool to see working. Here are some of the coolest and most useful gear-based 3D printed projects that anyone who loves to make their own gadgets will find worth bookmarking. We also have a more in-depth guide to what kinds of gears you can 3D print, and some of the best 3D printable gear projects.

Lotus Automata

Where to Download: MyMiniFactory Designer: actual size Price: Free The Lotus Automata is a decorative centerpiece that uses a hand- controlled crank to open up like a flower. This can be used either as a purely decorative piece on its own, or act as part of a larger display. By using filaments of different colors that compliment or contrast, depending on your taste, you can 3D print this geared mechanism to inspire any décor. If you’re looking for more of an engineering challenge, however, then why not hook up a timed mechanism so the lotus blooms automatically at different times of the day? This could be a really cool way to remind you to do something or even just mark the end of a workday at the time when you normally clock off. However you decide to go about it, this is a simple but effective 3D printed gear-controlled piece of home décor that really speaks for itself.

Walking Cat

Where to Download: Thingiverse Designer: JohnThinger Price: Free The Walking Cat is the most complicated 3D printer project among our picks for the top gear-related prints. The dream design for those of you interested in both mechanical engineering and robotics, it uses electricity- powered gear mechanisms to make the ‘cat’ move and walk. The best thing about this awesome 3D printed toy is that it can be made to be as complicated as you like. The base skeleton found in the files here can be altered for more complex movement or even decorated and adorned to look like a real cat (or any other quadrupedal animal). This means that it’s the perfect 3D printing project for engineers of all levels, and can act as a great blank canvas for those of you looking to use additive manufacturing for robotics as well as analog machinery.

Planters are great things to print for anyone with a green thumb. Not only does 3D printing let you customize the look to match your personal tastes, but they also provide practical features that make gardening easier than ever. We have also written a more in-depth guide to 3D printed planter files, with a wider selection.

Planters

The sitting man collection is a set of cool 3D printed planters that resemble 3D stickmen sitting, leaning, and reclining in various positions. Designed to sit either on a surface or over the edge of it, they come in a variety of different positions that look just as cool standing solo as they do

The Sitting Man

Where to Download: Printables Designer: Estudio Aditivo Price: Free

The sleeping dragon planter is one of those 3D printed designs that’s both functional and decorative. As one of my favorite 3D printed planters, it looks like a scaly dragon sleeping peacefully while coiled around your flora of choice. The sleep bubbles (or perhaps smoke) coming up from the nose add to the cuteness, and the overall design as a planter and plant pot holder makes it as easy to use as it is to print. It’s even designed to have soil directly in it along with a water reserve, meaning you can mostly just relax and watch your nourished plants grow around the dozing dragon. Its size may not make it the most practical planter out there, but it’s certainly one of the coolest 3D printed planners around.

Sleeping Dragon Planter

Where to Download: MyMiniFactory Designer: Anna Dragon Price: Free

If you want a useful 3D printed planter but find the above dragon to be a little too showy, then I highly recommend this free 3D printed self- watering planter. Its simplicity is outdone only by its practicality. Including both a pot for the plant and a reservoir for the water, all you need to do is make sure the reservoir doesn’t dry out for too long and your plant will absorb all the moisture it needs. Its small and unassuming look makes it a perfect 3D print for those who prefer minimalist décor, and it can be customized and printed in any color to match your current style. If you love your houseplants but dislike the maintenance and need something that won’t catch the eye too readily, then this is the perfect 3D printed planter for you.

Self-Watering Planter

Where to Download: Cults3D Designer: PARALLELGOODS Price: Free

The Spider-Man web shooter is an awesome 3D printed toy and gadget designed to mimic the quick-witted superhero’s web-slinging abilities. Made with 3D printed gears, it’s an awesome project for any fan of the quippy webhead. Don’t let the included gears scare you off, they’re mostly for show. But also don’t be fooled, this will require a bit of work to get shooting. Overall, the web shooter is the perfect 3D printed toy if you who want to make something more complicated than a simple minifigure but aren’t ready to make something as precise as a fully gear-controlled mechanism.

Beyblades

Where to Download: MyMiniFactory Designer: Matt R Price: Free

Beyblades are amongst the coolest 3D printed toys you can make. The link above is especially cool as it’s based on one of the most recognizable of them all, the Dragoon S. Given how old these toys are, and the fact that they’re designed to hit against each other during play, they’re bound to break over time. Not only is this 3D printed Beyblade toy a fully functional spinner in its own right, but each part is also compatible with official Beyblade toys, making it great for repair too. This makes it both a fun and practical 3D print for current Beyblade owners who want to fix or even spice up their models.

Posable Action Figures

Beyblades were a cultural phenomenon when they hit the west. Schools nationwide held tournaments and many playgrounds and living rooms were littered with tiny plastic stadiums for these spinners to battle in. Where to Download: MyMiniFactory Designer: Riccardo Minervino Price: $

Mini Wrench Kit

Where to Download: Thingiverse Designer: Yucelll Price: Free Wrenches are important additions to any toolbox. They’re useful for a variety of DIY projects and are handy to have around, especially if you’re working with pressurized equipment or building things that need to be sturdy to function correctly. Wrenches need to be different sizes if you have a variety of projects on the go, and it can be a waste of money to buy a set of five when you only need a couple of different-sized wrenches. For those smaller projects, this mini wrench kit includes excellent 3D printed tools for use with any tightening or loosening job you may have. Of course, being plastic, they’re not 100% suitable for tougher projects, but they’re a great money saver if you mainly work with assembled 3D printed projects.

Speaking of cheap alternatives to store-bought tools, replacement screwdriver bits are one of those things you’ll barely notice on a normal day but will be very glad to have around when you need them. These 3D printed screwdriver bits work for any project that doesn’t need the tensile strength of a metal bit for screwing and unscrewing. They’re one of those things you’ll want to have around even if you’re not big on DIY on a regular basis. Screwdrivers are one of those things everyone, regardless of handiness, should have around for shoring up furniture and even tightening your 3D printer frame regularly to help ensure dimensional accuracy. In any case, these handy 3D printed screwdriver bits are great to have around and are a quick and cheap way to make sure you’re prepared for those smaller household repairs and maintenance jobs.

Screwdriver Bits

Where to Download: Thingiverse Designer: guppyk Price: Free