MorphiApp is a tablet-based CAD software that I think is a great starting point for kids or even adults who are just getting into 3D printing and CAD softwares. It has a free version and a paid version. It is only for Apple or iOS based devices for now though. But is impressive in it's capabilities, and you can do a lot with it, even in the free version. Listen to the podcast here: MorphiApp CAD Software Review Hey, everyone. This is Tom on the WTFFF 3D Printing podcast. Today, we’ve got … [Read more...]
3D Printing Toys with Mark Trageser of InsaniTOY
Our guest, Mark Trageser, has been embracing and taking advantage of what 3D printing affords designers in the realm of 3D printing toys. His strong opinions on the 3D print industry and different companies with in it are a breath of fresh air. With his impressive background in design, working with Fisher-Price and Mattel, he has extensive experience in manufacturing toys and shares key consideration points on the complexities of bringing these products to the shelf. I really hope you’re … [Read more...]
Rhino CAD Software Review
Anything that puts "easy" in its intro always attracts everyone, especially AutoCAD users. Rhino 3D or Rhino CAD Software is somewhere in the middle of the parametric engineering intensive and free-form artistic modeling programs available. Its open architecture for 3rd Party Plugins makes it adaptable to many different specialties. In this episode, Tom and Tracy Hazzard discuss why it has been Tom’s CAD program of choice for over 14 years. It still comes down to "what” you want to … [Read more...]
Autodesk 123D Software Review
Autodesk 123D software has many similar features of other CAD software, and while the company is one of the oldest in the CAD game, there are things that we are left wanting. In this episode, Tom and Tracy Hazzard review this beginner software. They believe that it is only ideal for those who want to learn CAD for 3D printing and modeling. They also note that advanced users may not be too happy with this because it is not right for their skill levels. --- Listen to the podcast … [Read more...]
Onshape Cloud-Based CAD Software Review
Being that 3D printed designs are made on computers, there are so many different kinds of specialized software with different features available on the internet marketplace. One of these competitive software options is Onshape Cloud-Based CAD. Tom and Tracy Hazzard talk about the pros and cons of this software. Onshape touts an affinity for team-based work, but does it deliver everywhere else? See if this is the right CAD software for you! --- Listen to the podcast here: Onshape … [Read more...]
TinkerCAD 3D Printing Software Review
One thing that’s a common factor for everyone who wants to start in any industry is the availability of resources to fill in the learning curves. This is where the review of a product or service becomes critical, and 3D printing software is not exempted. Tom and Tracy Hazzard go all the way to the beginning and level themselves with the newcomers, discussing the tools everyone can utilize when thinking of educating themselves on 3D printing. They go into the details of each software’s … [Read more...]