Engineering, Research and Science Communities Directory

If you need support or to interact with peers, this is the largest directory of Engineering, Research and Science Live Communities.

Formnext Community

Manufacturing | Forums | English | Public | Other

Industrial 3D Printing Systems, AM Materials (Metals Polymers Ceramics), AM Software & Metrology, Design for AM, Series Production with AM

Community interactions are primarily centered around the Formnext trade fair, a leading global event for additive manufacturing and industrial 3D printing.

Key global event for additive manufacturing, offering significant networking and learning.

Event-based community; not a year-round discussion forum in the traditional sense.

Best for: Professionals involved in additive manufacturing

Rapid + TCT Community

Manufacturing | Forums | English | Public | Other

3D Printing Technologies, Additive Manufacturing Applications, Materials for AM, Post-Processing, Industry Trends

Community aspects are tied to the Rapid + TCT trade show, North America’s largest additive manufacturing event.

Major industry event for networking and seeing latest AM technologies.

Community is event-centric; ongoing forum discussions are not the primary feature.

Best for: Attendees of the Rapid + TCT event

America Makes Community

Manufacturing | Forums | English | Apply to Join | Paid

Additive Manufacturing R&D, Materials for AM, Process Qualification & Certification, AM Workforce Development, Supply Chain Integration

Community portal for America Makes, the National Additive Manufacturing Innovation Institute, for members involved in advancing AM technology.

10000

Access to a leading US institute for additive manufacturing innovation and collaboration.

Primarily for America Makes members; focuses on collaborative R&D and strategic initiatives.

Best for: Members of America Makes

Additive Manufacturing Media

Manufacturing | Forums | English | Public | Free

Industrial 3D Printing, Metal Additive Manufacturing, Polymer AM for Production, AM Software, Post-Processing

Media outlet focused on industrial applications of additive manufacturing. Community via comments.

70000

Focus on practical industrial uses of additive manufacturing, especially for production.

Community is only through comments on articles and reports

3D Printing Industry

Manufacturing | Forums | English | Public | Free

Additive Manufacturing News, 3D Printer Reviews, Materials Development (3DP), Applications of 3D Printing, 3D Scanning

An online news source for 3D printing and additive manufacturing. Community via comments on articles.

not a dedicated forum.

Provides comprehensive news coverage and analysis of the 3D printing sector.

Community interaction is through comments on news articles

Best for: 120000

Fabbaloo

Manufacturing | Forums | English | Public | Free

3D Printing Technology News, Desktop 3D Printers, Industrial Additive Manufacturing, 3D Printing Materials, 3D Software

A news website focused on 3D printing and additive manufacturing. Community interaction via comments on articles.

80000

Good source for daily news and trends in the 3D printing industry.

Not a structured forum; discussions are in article comment sections and can be fragmented.

Best for: Professionals

OpenStructures

Manufacturing | Forums | English | Public | Free

Modular Design, Open Hardware, Sustainable Design, Collaborative Design, Parametric Grids

A project exploring modular construction based on a shared open grid. The ‘community’ aspect is through contributing designs and using the system.

2000

Innovative concept for modular design and collaborative making.

Not a traditional discussion forum; community is through participation in the design system itself.

Best for: Designers

Threads Magazine Forum

Technologies | Forums | English | Register | Free

Advanced Sewing Techniques, Couture Sewing, Fitting & Pattern Alteration, Fabric Selection & Properties, Embellishment

Forums associated with Threads Magazine, for passionate sewers interested in garment construction, design, and high-quality techniques.

40000

Focus on high-quality garment sewing techniques and fine craftsmanship.

Activity can be moderate; caters to a more advanced or dedicated home sewer audience.

Best for: Serious home sewers

The Hobby Machinist Forum

Manufacturing | Forums | English | Register | Free

Manual Machining (Lathe Mill), CNC Machining (Hobby), Welding & Fabrication (Small Scale), Shop Made Tools, Engine Building

An online community for hobbyist machinists, discussing manual and CNC machining, tooling, projects, and shop techniques.

60000

Supportive community for hobbyists and those learning machining skills.

Primarily hobbyist-focused; may not cover industrial-scale manufacturing or advanced engineering.

Best for: Hobbyist machinists

EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) Forums

Mechanics | Forums | English | Register | Freemium

Homebuilt Aircraft Design & Construction, Aircraft Maintenance & Restoration, Avionics & Engines, Flight Safety, EAA Events

Online forums for members and enthusiasts of the Experimental Aircraft Association, discussing homebuilt aircraft, restoration, and general aviation.

70000

Passionate community for experimental aviation, with extensive knowledge on building and flying aircraft.

Focus is on experimental/homebuilt aircraft

Best for: not commercial or military aerospace engineering

ESTA Technical Standards Program Public Review Forums

Technologies | Forums | English | Public | Other

Entertainment Technology Standards (Rigging Electrical Control), Safety Standards, Interoperability Standards, Photometrics

Platform for public review and comment on draft technical standards developed by ESTA for the entertainment technology industry.

5000

Crucial for participation in the development of industry standards for entertainment tech.

Not a general discussion forum; strictly for reviewing and commenting on draft standards.

Best for: Engineers

Live Design Online Forum

Technologies | Forums | English | Register | Free

Concert Lighting & Staging, Theatrical Design, Projection Mapping, Event Production Technology, Trade Show Booth Design

Forums associated with Live Design magazine, for professionals in live entertainment design and technology, including lighting, sound, video, and staging.