By Benjamin Hurst, Platinum Educational Group
Benjamin, on our development team, recently got into 3D printing, also known as 3D object printing. He started with a resin printer and then eventually bought a filament printer. Both printers are unique in their own ways. For example, the resin printer can print extremely high-resolution prints with no lines, and the filament printer can print very large, highly durable prints. Recently, he printed a table-saw fitting to connect his 4-inch hose to the table saw. It worked great. Below is a photo of the printed Baby Grogu on the resin printer.
But aside from him printing little trinkets and jigs, the medical industry is harnessing the power of 3D printing in remarkable ways. It's not just about printing prosthetics, implants, and surgical models anymore. The field is pushing boundaries, with scientists now exploring the possibility of printing living organs like the heart and liver. This exciting research holds immense potential for the future of healthcare. (FDA, 2017)
3D printing is not just a neat tool; it's a versatile one with the potential to benefit everyone. From creating characters in games to helping in the production of prosthetics for humans and animals, its applications are diverse and fascinating. And who knows, with ongoing research, we might even see 3D printing revolutionize the field of organ transplants. The possibilities are truly endless.
References
FDA. (2017, 12 4). Medical Applications of 3D Printing. Retrieved from U.S. Food and Drug Administration: https://www.fda.gov/medical-devices/3d-printing-medical-devices/medical-applications-3d-printing
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