Sunday, December 8, 2013

The Reason 3D Printers Will Radically Alter The Manufacturing Community

By Londa Lierman


3D printers are currently a buzz worthy subject, due to their ability to create viable products from mere digital designs. These can be used to produce everything from specialized tennis shoes to various forms of weaponry. This equipment is currently being called the start of a manufacturing revolution.

One technical student drew lots of attention by producing a gun that was fully functioning and made entirely from plastic. This product could fire real plastic bullets at speeds that were sufficient to causing harm to all that lie in its path. This was certainly an exciting development but it also caused people to start asking questions about how these printers might be regulated.

The abilities of this printing technology have caused a lot of concern due to the h very limited amount of legislation that current exists regarding these tools. They have also made the general public more aware of a level of technology that was once believed impossible. A number of companies are currently looking for ways to start buying advanced printing equipment of their own. They know that these will improve their operations considerably.

The typical model is actually quite expensive which makes it hard for many private consumers to get one of their own. If people have enough money, however, these are readily available on the consumer market. Because of this, people can start producing almost anything on their own. A number of private consumers have started experimenting with various print jobs for the pure fun of it, while others are using new printer options to create small businesses that are both lucrative and innovative.

A number of artists are also using these tools to start producing 3 dimensional artwork. In fact, this is a common practice in many different parts of the world. Because it can take quite a long while for the printing process to complete, however, most artistic designs of any considerable size are being printed in pieces and then fitted together for a full display.

Companies will have the ability to offer fully customized products to their clients. In fact, a number of businesses already are. Some shoes stores are now enabling customers to come in create their own custom tennis shoes. Although the resulting product will bear the logo of the brand, the client will have full charge in terms of deciding which features and design options to include.

There are nearly unlimited deign possibilities with 3D printers. The major drawbacks of this equipment continue to be their printing speeds and their average costs. These are features that can only be improved upon as this idea is further hone. When more consumers begin purchasing this type of printer, however, it will be necessary to have legislation enacted concerning the items that can be freely printed and those that cannot.




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