Model Repositories
| Repository | Strengths | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Printables | Quality curation, active community | Prusa-backed, growing fast |
| Thingiverse | Largest archive, legacy designs | Variable quality, slow site |
| Thangs | Geometric search, aggregation | Searches across repositories |
| Cults3D | Designer-focused, paid models | Mix of free and premium |
| MyMiniFactory | Guaranteed printable, quality focus | Tabletop/figurines strength |
CAD Software
| Software | Type | License |
|---|---|---|
| FreeCAD | Parametric CAD | LGPL |
| Fusion 360 | Parametric CAD | Free for hobbyists |
| OpenSCAD | Programmatic CAD | GPL |
| Blender | Mesh modeling | GPL |
| Onshape | Cloud CAD | Free tier available |
Mesh Tools
- MeshLab — Mesh processing and repair (open source)
- Meshmixer — Mesh editing and support generation (Autodesk)
- Microsoft Mesh Tools — Command-line mesh processing
- Netfabb Online — Quick STL repair
Learning Resources
- FreeCAD Wiki — Comprehensive FreeCAD documentation
- Blender Manual — Official Blender documentation
- OpenSCAD Manual — Programmatic modeling reference