Necrobotics is a field of engineering that builds robots out of a mix of synthetic materials and animal body parts. It has produced micro-grippers with pneumatically operated legs taken from dead ...

James has been writing about technology for years but has loved it since the early 90s. While his main areas of expertise are maker tools -- 3D printers, vinyl cutters, paper printers, and laser ...

Editor’s Note: December 10, 2025: We’ve reviewed these selections to ensure they are available and competitively priced. To further update our coverage, with a focus on ease-of-use, we’ve called in ...

Although you can purchase many types of FDM filaments containing ‘carbon fiber’ these days, they are in no way related to the carbon fiber (CF) composite materials used for rocket hulls and ...

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As the saying goes — when life gives you lemons, you make lemonade. When life gives you a two-ton surplus industrial robot arm, if you’re [Brian Brocken], you apparently make a massive 3D printer. The ...

For nature enthusiasts, the Lego Botanicals Wildflower Bouquet transforms into a vibrant and lifelike home decor piece once assembled. Crafted from 939 bricks, it features eight different flower ...

Here, we look back at our 2025 coverage, which was very popular. Qualcomm’s Acquisition of Arduino Creates a New Vibe—AI and ...

Inkjet or laser? Need just printing, or have to scan and copy, too? Seeking low-cost ink, or a low-cost printer? Here's how to choose the right printer for home or work, backed by our top lab-tested ...