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A utility to map extruded lines/objects/shapes to STL files. For example, say you have an STL of a curved vase. You want to add a spiral to it. So you place the photo of a spiral on the object. The utility lets you decide where on the STL it’ll be placed, then you can decide the extrusion depth (positive or negative).

Possibly including some type of LLM, too. So you can import your STL, then type something like “picture of the Simpsons in the style of ancient Greek amphora vase paintings.” It’ll appear as line art on the 3D object

Note that I don’t need this, myself. You want to work on something interesting, so I thought for a few minutes and came up with this. :)

It’s Umaro, isn’t it?

It’s not way too early to break out the guillotine for use on the Embracer CEO.

Not a specific post, but if you browse around there, you’ll find one pretty early.

Thank you very much. It took a lot of practice to learn to do it so well.

Styleforum has plenty. For example, people congratulating each other on thrift store finds or helping each other learn about shoe care.

Retroarch box for your TV?

You can buy a USB blu-ray drive for like $50.

Rather than build a computer, check out NAS devices.

My Synology NAS does everything you mention except ripping, and you can rip with any computer that has an optional drive.

A NAS is lower power than a tower server, and many are designed to let you swap hard drives.

I agree, but the line is titled “country freedom rank.” Not “media freedom rank.” So the implication goes beyond what may be intended.

“Mostly free” my ass.

Grim Dawn is “What if a sequel to Diablo 2, but not Diablo 3?”

I don’t use apps, I disable JavaScript when I can, and I use non-megacorp web browsers that have granular security settings.

That’s not a complete solution on its own, but it’s a start.

OP wasn’t asking about layer height, only nozzle diameter.

I collect hobbies.

I love seeing folks support the community like this.

“Here’s everything you need to make your own, OR if you can’t make one we’ll sell you one.” Best of both worlds.

Are you experiencing any issues with your current setup? I ask because, you’re right, things are moving really quickly.

If you aren’t having any problems, it might be worth watching the marketplace for a while before upgrading your hot end. Especially if you want a multi filament system, you might eventually want to buy an additional printer.

I also run an Ender 3 V2 v2.2. it prints TPU pretty well without a direct drive upgrade. I’m still running the original hot end. No auto-leveler, no dual-Z kit. I upgraded the main fan, the springs, and the extruder. I added a Z stabilizer.

I’ve printed quite a bit with it - PLA, TPU, PETG. So, the original hardware can accomplish quite a lot without major upgrades.

I’m not saying this to dissuade you from upgrading. Upgrading is fun!

I’m saying this in case you don’t realize how much the printer can accomplish without upgrading. The 3v2 is a beast. Is it perfect? Heck no.

But you didn’t mention anything about being unhappy with the output. So it may be worth tinkering more with what you’ve got before you start swapping more parts.

I think you mean:

Latest YouTube update causes massive performance hit.

YouTube causes the performance hit. Not the ad blockers. If ads weren’t creating such big performance hits by themselves, folks wouldn’t all need to use ad blockers.

Every distro sucks to someone.

I tried Mint on one of my laptops, and it broke as soon as I installed any updates. It also didn’t properly support the laptop’s graphics.

Manjaro installed perfectly and runs flawlessly. No issues.

So, as always, different distros for different computers for different folks.