This is a compilation of the articles about 3D printing that have appeared in Futureminds over the past three years.

They span designing for 3D printing, types of printers, teaching schemes and safe use of these machines in a school.

Use of a high-power laser to cut plastics, rubber, wood, card and textiles under computer control as an example of CAD / CAM.

The autumn 2017 edition of Futureminds has articles from Ultimaker, Celtic Kilncare Ltd, British Nutrition Foundation, the Food Teachers Centre and the Dorset Studio School.

This edition has information on the exhibitors and workshops planned for the Futureminds Live event in June.

There are also articles on 3D printing, RPE, chemical spills, Chefs in schools, vocational qualifications and Daves Allotment.