3D Printer: Difference between revisions
No edit summary |
|||
| Line 1: | Line 1: | ||
{{ | {{GVCS Header}} | ||
[[Image:3D Printerpic.png|right|thumb|314px|3D Printer]] | [[Image:3D Printerpic.png|right|thumb|314px|3D Printer]] | ||
| Line 54: | Line 55: | ||
*[http://mtm.cba.mit.edu/ MIT Machines that Make] | *[http://mtm.cba.mit.edu/ MIT Machines that Make] | ||
{{ | {{GVCS Footer}} | ||
Revision as of 16:10, 6 September 2011
| 3D Printer | ||
|---|---|---|
| Home | Research & Development | Bill of Materials | Manufacturing Instructions | User's Manual | User Reviews | 
| |
Overview
A 3D printer is an additive manufacturing technology that enables automated construction of complex sub-assemblies via layered deposition. The technology is similar to a traditional printer, but with an additional z axis. As a central backbone of Digital Fabrication, the end goal of 3D printers is to be able to print anything.
Description
While 3D printers are additive, they bear a close resemblance to subtractive manufacturing CNC milling machines.
Product Ecology
Uses
- 3D Scanner - CAD Data
- CNC Lasercutter - Structural material
- Bioplastic Extruder - Print head
Produces
- CEB Controller Box
See Product Ecologies for more information.
Components
Components
- XYZ Table
- Motors
- Controller
- Spindle
- Extruder
- Feeder
- Tool Changer
Status
See past work related to Factor e Farm at RepRap Build.
Currently 3D printer designs are being researched, with the goal of full integration into the Product Ecology of GVCS technologies.
3D printer technology is currently undergoing a flourishing of innovation. As a relatively new technology (2003), many experimental designs and techniques are being explored by thousands of groups worldwide.
See a Comparison of 3D Printers
See Also
