3D Wiki — Page 3

Discover FDM printing technology, its history, technical principles, applications, and recent research breakthroughs in fused deposition modeling.

Explore how infill percentage and patterns impact 3D print strength, weight, and durability for superior FDM printing results.

Explore how layer height and thickness influence 3D print quality, speed, and strength in FDM, SLA, and advanced printing technologies.

Learn how Z-hop helps avoid layer shifts by lifting the nozzle during travel, improving print quality and reducing defects in 3D printing.

Learn optimal 3D printer retraction settings to fix stringing and enhance print quality for direct-drive and Bowden extruders.

Learn what a skirt is in 3D printing, how it primes extrusion, and the key differences between skirt vs brim for optimal prints.

Discover how raft 3D printing improves bed adhesion compared to skirts and brims. Learn pros, cons, and best settings for flawless prints.

Discover how brim vs raft adhesion methods impact 3D printing quality, material use, and ease of removal for better prints.

Explore 3D printing overhang angles, support needs, and material-specific tolerances for optimized printing without unnecessary supports.

Learn how 3D slicing software works to convert digital models into printable toolpaths with insights on slicing algorithms and research advances.