Grid: Forever free, local-first, browser-based 3D printing/CNC/laser slicer
8 days ago
- #Digital Fabrication
- #Privacy
- #STEM
- Free, privacy-first digital fabrication tools for STEM learning with no installations or licenses required.
- All student work remains on their device with no data collection, ensuring COPPA and FERPA compliance.
- No per-seat licensing or subscription fees; tools are free forever and work on any modern browser.
- Supports offline use after initial load, allowing students to work at their own pace without internet dependency.
- Industry-standard workflows for 3D printing, CNC machining, and laser cutting with skills transferable to professional tools.
- Works on existing school computers and Chromebooks, eliminating IT headaches.
- Unified toolchain for various equipment, enabling students to learn once and work with multiple machines.
- Open-source and customizable for research, offering professional-grade CAM and slicing without enterprise costs.
- No admin access needed, making it suitable for public computers and home use on any device.
- Comprehensive features for model slicing, CAM toolpath generation, 2D design, mesh editing, and troubleshooting.
- Grid.Space outperforms commercial software in cost, installation, updates, platform support, privacy, and accessibility.