3D Printing
3D printers are popping up in library maker spaces across the U.S., with classes even being taught on how to use them. If you want to know a little more about 3D printing and how it works (and how even libraries on a budget can introduce this exciting technology to patrons of all ages), let’s take a look at some of the basics, and how it all got started! First of all….
What is 3D Printing?
How long has this technology existed?
Want to see something cool?
A peek into the process…
Fashion: One of many 3D printing applications
How to bring 3D printing to your library
This has been a very brief overview of an incredible technology, adapted from an Integrating Technologies course presentation. Looking for more information? (Of course you are!) Check out these great resources to learn lots more, and get creative with 3D printing at your library!
Additional Resources
3D Printing Industry website
3Doodler: 3Doodler 2.0 Launch Video
Robot-made Voxel chair designed using new software by Bartlett
Custom 3D Stuff: 3D Printed Earrings
Joris Laarman Functional 3D Art
Thingiverse 3D Digital Designs
Penn State University Libraries 3D Printing Guidelines
Port Washington Public Library 3D Printing Guidelines
Cape May County Library 3D Printing Makerspace Equipment
Anthony Atala: Growing new organs [Video]
Ultimaker 3D Printers
3D Printing Sustainability [Article]
What you need to know about 3D-printed organs [Article]
The History of 3D Printing: 3D Printing Technologies from the 80s to Today [Article]
History of 3D Printing: It’s Older Than You Are (That Is, If You’re Under 30 [Article]
PC Mag The Best 3D Printers for 2020 [Article]
3D printing company Desktop Metal will now use wood to print [Article]
Forust 3D Printed Wood [Website]
Main photo: Forust
