3D Printing Presentation: History, Benefits

D Printing. History. The earliest 3D printing technologies first became visible in the late 1980’s. How 3-D printing works. Create design using CAD or modelling software. Benefits. Revolutionize manufacturing by enabling individuals to create their own items. Applications. Education. Encourages creativity and critical thinking for students. Applications. Health/Medicine. Production of prosthetics, hearing aid or even skin grafts. Applications. Fashion. Faster production of unique clothing and shoes. Challenges. Price varies from 1000 to 600000 dollars. Copyright and patent issues. D printed weapons. Thank you for watching!

Create design using CAD or modelling software. 2. Send it to 3D printer. 3. Choose material.(plastic, rubber,..) 4. Material is fed to print head. 5. Material is squeezed or sprayed layer by layer.

Revolutionize manufacturing by enabling individuals to create their own items. Applications in various spheres of life. Materials can be recycled.

Encourages creativity and critical thinking for students. Easier, faster model-making in architecture/engineering classes.

Production of prosthetics, hearing aid or even skin grafts.