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Fictiv Inc.
San Francisco, CA, USA
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Heat Sink Design Guide
In a world of ever-increasing electronics, our lives are continuously impacted by devices that...
By Fictiv Inc. - September 12, 2017
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Intro to Button Design
Here we'll use button design as a showcase for excellence
By Fictiv Inc. - September 4, 2017
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Enclosure Design 101
While the power of a hardware product comes from its internal components, a product...
By Fictiv Inc. - August 28, 2017
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Learn by Example: How to Design Light Pipes
Light plays an important role in the design of many hardware products. Often, they...
By Fictiv Inc. - August 21, 2017
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How to Set Up Your Files for Multimaterial 3D Printing
When you're ready to get with Polyjet
By Fictiv Inc. - August 14, 2017
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From SketchUp to 3D Printer: 3 Common Surface Modeling Issues & How to Fix Them
You've created a seamless design—structurally sound, sufficiently thick, and mindful of overhangs. However, you...
By Fictiv Inc. - July 31, 2017
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How to Reduce 3D Printing Costs by Cutting Your 3D Model
We receive a lot of questions about how to reduce the cost of 3D...
By Fictiv Inc. - July 24, 2017
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A List of CAD Software Programs, Both Paid and Free
Designing 3D parts is tough, but with good software it becomes easier. Everyone has...
By Fictiv Inc. - July 17, 2017
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Understanding the Different Types of 3D Files
You should know your .STLs from your .STPs
By Fictiv Inc. - July 10, 2017
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Helpful Design Constraints vs. "Over-Constraint"
How to find the sweet spot
By Fictiv Inc. - July 3, 2017
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Fillets: When to Use 'Em, When to Lose 'Em
Understanding when fillets are a bad idea, a good idea or absolutely necessary
By Fictiv Inc. - June 26, 2017
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Thoughts on Designing for Disassembly
Someday someone will need to repair, upgrade, remanufacture or recycle the things you design
By Fictiv Inc. - June 19, 2017
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Design for Manufacturing Terms
Five basic words you need to know in order to communicate with manufacturers
By Fictiv Inc. - June 12, 2017
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Different Types of Threaded Locking Methods for Secure Connections
Nuts, bolts & beyond
By Fictiv Inc. - June 5, 2017
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Best Practices for Adding Ribs and Gussets to 3D Printed Parts for Structural Integrity
When designing components that will be made of plastic, it's often necessary to add...
By Fictiv Inc. - May 30, 2017
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Strain-Relief: Design Tips for Durability and Aesthetic Appeal
When designing for strain-relief, don't make the mistake that Apple did
By Fictiv Inc. - May 23, 2017
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How to Design Living Hinges
Best material options & tips for injection molding, urethane casting and 3D printing
By Fictiv Inc. - May 15, 2017
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How to Design Snap Fit Components
Up your 3D printing game using these crucial tips, calculations and features
By Fictiv Inc. - May 8, 2017
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