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Bambu Lab A1 Mini - InfiniMod - Endless 3d printing
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Bambu Lab A1 Mini - InfiniMod - Endless 3d printing

TLDR How to modify existing gcode files (.gcode.3mf) for Bambulab A1 Mini for repetitive printing of the same build plate (PLA only!). Make sure to see the shortcomings/results Motivation We run a ...

NewsPolarizer Module for OpenScan Classic

Polarizer Module for OpenScan Classic

Cross-polarisation can greatly improve the image quality and thus the resulting 3D scans. Therefore, we have developed the polarizer module for the OpenScan Classic, that does exactly that. Left: w...

ExperimentWorlds first fully automated 3d copy machine

Worlds first fully automated 3d copy machine

It has been a long-standing dream to have a machine into which you can simply place an object, press a button, and obtain an exact copy. Through the power of open-source software and open hardware,...

ExperimentOpenScan Benchy - 3D Scanning Benchmark

OpenScan Benchy - 3D Scanning Benchmark

Similar to 3D printed Benchys, we hope to establish some kind of standard for the rapidly changing 3D Scanning world. original in front and scaled-up copy done with the OpenScan Mini + Cloud Th...

FirmwareIs OpenScan an Open Source project?

Is OpenScan an Open Source project?

The short answer is absolutely yes, the longer answer gets a bit more nuanced and we will have to dig into some details. So if you are concerned or just interested, stick around and feel free to sh...

Experiment3D Scanning Miniatures

3D Scanning Miniatures

tldr; Squidmar Miniatures released a great video, where they used the OpenScan Mini and the OpenScanCloud to scan one of their amazing miniatures. As the video is focusing on the results, I want to...