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Behind the Design: Meet the Man Behind the Props— Kirby Downey

By Rita Stange January 5, 2026
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Behind the Design: Meet the Man Behind the Props— Kirby Downey

Kirby Downey is known for his 3D printed video game props, and is a SOLIDWORKS Champion who runs the London SOLIDWORKS User Group.

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Why You Should Attend 3DEXPERIENCE World – From the Perspective of a Seasoned “World” Veteran

By SOLIDWORKS January 16, 2024
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Why You Should Attend 3DEXPERIENCE World – From the Perspective of a Seasoned “World” Veteran

Kirby Downey is a long-time SOLIDWORKS user, maker, creator and SWUGN leader. Find out why he thinks every engineer and designer should attend 3DEXPERIENCE World.

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SLUGME8 – From 3D to Reality

By Dan Wagner October 13, 2023
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SLUGME8 – From 3D to Reality

Set you calendars to join us for the live stream of SLUGME8, which is all about the makers’ journey from 3D to reality, on YouTube at 1:00 EST on Thursday October 26th.

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That’s a Wrap – SLUGME 7 Recap

By Dan Wagner October 17, 2022
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That’s a Wrap – SLUGME 7 Recap

FInd out what you missed at last month’s SLUGME 7 global user group meeting that took on seven charitable projects from across the world.

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3D Printing Expert Shares Tips on Getting Started [Podcast with Kirby Downey]

By Cliff Medling October 10, 2022
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3D Printing Expert Shares Tips on Getting Started [Podcast with Kirby Downey]

Interview with Kirby Downey, a designer, Maker, builder, community leader, 3D Printing expert, AND a key member of the SOLIDWORKS community. Kirby shares his advice and knowledge on getting started in 3D printing, along with many tips and insights for Makers, DIY’ers, and hobbyists.

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SOLIDWORKS Largest (And Longest) User Group Meeting Ever

By Dan Wagner September 3, 2021
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SOLIDWORKS Largest (And Longest) User Group Meeting Ever

A recap of the largest, 24-hour SOLIDWORKS User Group Meeting (SLUGME6) ever held, along with some mind-blowing stats.

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‘Make It Real’ Today with This Special Offer for Makers & Hobbyists!

By Sean O'Neill August 16, 2021
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‘Make It Real’ Today with This Special Offer for Makers & Hobbyists!

We teamed up with the super-makers over at Hacksmith Industries to announce the new 3DEXPERIENCE SOLIDWORKS for Makers offer – available today at the groundbreakingly-low price of $99/yr. (with a monthly option coming Fall 2021)!

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How to Make Your Designs Fly and/or Disappear

By Sean O'Neill April 12, 2021
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How to Make Your Designs Fly and/or Disappear

SOLIDWORKS Champions and YouTubers Impact Props and 3DAeroventures (who you may remember from mainstage @ 3DEXPERIENCE World 2020) are using SOLIDWORKS to make great design happen, fly, and… disappear?

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Build Memories with the Magic Wheelchair Reveal at 3DEXPERIENCE World!

By Sara Zuckerman January 29, 2020
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Build Memories with the Magic Wheelchair Reveal at 3DEXPERIENCE World!

Two epic Magic Wheelchair costumes will be revealed at 3DEXPERIENCE World 2020! Be part of the magic on Sunday, February 9.

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