In the not-too-distant future home manufacturing will be as commonplace as home printing. Devices like the Makerbot will fuel the revolution, but only when they become as easy to use as this ...

Lasers aren’t just for Luke Skywalker and Han Solo. They long ago stopped being just a prop in science fiction movies, although many people may not realize how widespread their use is today. The ...

Knowledge is power at the Laser Institute of America (LIA) in Orlando, Florida, where personnel from various industries come to learn how to safely apply laser technology to their respective ...

Compare plasma cut vs. laser cut in terms of cost, precision, and efficiency. Find the best cutting solution for your project ...

BLM GROUP USA has introduced the LT6, a lightweight, entry-level laser tube cutting system offering full 3D cutting capabilities. Able to cut tubes from 0.5 to 6 in. dia. that weigh up to 12 lb./ft., ...

So a local "maker space" has two introductory workshops. One for laser cutting/engraving, the other on 3D printing. Ideally I'd visit both, since I'm clueless in both techniques and I haven't designed ...