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Originally posted by: Sergeant Major @ Hisstank.com

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Now that 3D printing is becoming more common place, it's amazing to see what kind of artwork is being made with these awesome printing devices! From custom pieces for G.I.Joe and Transformers toys, to much more complex offerings on an industrial scale, it's safe to say that 3D printing is here to stay.

3D printing or additive manufacturing (AM) is any of various processes for making a three-dimensional object of almost any shape from a 3D model or other electronic data source primarily through additive processes in which successive layers of material are laid down under computer control. A 3D printer is a type of industrial robot.

Even the "big boys" are embracing this new technology, as noted last month when we made you aware of Hasbros collaboration with Shapeways in order to sell 3D printed artwork. Ever wish you could try this out yourself, but have been worried about the results? Well don't worry, as Hisstank.com Moderator and Customizer Extraordinaire Phantro has you covered!

Phantro has put together a series of 3D tutorials that are sure to help launch your 3D printing dreams in to reality! Here's a breakdown of the series -

3D Printing Lesson 0 - Software Selection and use
3D Printing Lessons 1 and 2 - Zooming Tools and Orbiting Tools
3D Printing Lessons 3 and 4 - Camera Pans and Angles and Creating a Printable Model
3D Printing Lesson 5 - The importance of Closed or "Water tight" models.

So, what are you waiting for? Check out the tutorials, then join us after the break to share your questions and/or comments with Phantro himself!... [Read More]

Read More: 3D Printing Tutorials By Phantro Now Available! @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.