A set of CAD files were published this week to Github, making it easy to 3D print perfect plastic replicas of the TSA's master keys for its recognized locks.

With Keysforge, users can apparently create a 3D printable file of a key to fit any lock or keyhole that they’ve taken a picture of. Yes, you read that correctly.

“Basically, if I can see your keyhole, there’s an app for that.” Here’s a video of Holler using a 3D-printed bump key to open an Abus E20 lock: Bumping isn't a new trick.

Two 3D-printed and one laser-cut copy of restricted handcuff keys. (Click to enlarge.) The security of high-end handcuffs depends on a detainee not having access to certain small, precisely-shaped ...

Despite their focus on Primus locks, Lawrence and Van Albert argue that the security implications of 3D-printed keys aren't limited to any one lock maker. "Our message is that you can do this for ...

To bring the Stealth Key to market, Dr Ojeda teamed up with Felix Reinert, an expert on 3D-printing metal, to found a firm called UrbanAlps. Jiri Holda, a lock designer, joined them to help devise ...

Bump keys are primitive tools used by locksmiths (and HAXoRZ) to knock open simple locks. Until now, many locks were secure simply because they were too complex to be bumped and, as a result, you ...

For instance, 3D printers can be used to print parts of a prototype design. A guy has used his 3D printer to print something that many people need – replacement house keys.

For Brines, a striking recent display of generative AI in CAD is the brand new brake pedal designed by Stewart-Haas Racing (owned by Haas Automation) and Autodesk, using Autodesk Fusion360. Brines ...