Three engineering physics students at the University of British Columbia have developed a desktop plastic recycler and extruder that turns plastic waste into the material needed for 3D printing.

3D printing no longer belongs to a few hardcore geeks. It’s become a popular tool among the mildly nerdy and artistically inclined makers. Cheap 3D printers and cheaper filament are making it easier ...

Go beyond plastics with the Discov3ry Extruder, a paste extruder on Kickstarter that turns a regular 3D printer into a Nutella printer. Amanda Kooser Freelance writer Amanda C. Kooser covers gadgets ...