We can no longer imagine the modern world without three-dimensional technology. They are everywhere: in the film industry, entertainment, art, photography and even printing. Invented 30 years ago, a 3D printer showed the world completely new possibilities, sometimes transcending the brink of reality.
The question often arises, how does a 3D printer work, what can be done with it? Human imagination is limitless. Some experts are sure that such a unit is an alternative to modern conveyor production. And the scheme of work is simple: first, a three-dimensional model of the object is created on the computer, and then a special apparatus displays the object in reality using repeating procedures.
This is surprising, but the 3D printer does not work with ink, but with other elements that are refilled in the cartridge. These are photopolymer resins, plastic threads, ceramic powder and metal clay.
If you are still thinking about what a miracle a 3D printer can be made thanks to it, then now we will tell you about the best ideas of the 21st century.
Body parts
Transplantation of body parts and organs is now in great demand. And to make up for the shortage of material, scientists decided to recreate bones, blood vessels, skin, ears and kidneys on a 3D printer. Surprisingly, the first experiments and transplants were very successful.
Here is a good example of how a 3D printer works. What can be done? Photos of fragments of body parts are presented in the image below.
All parts of the body are made on devices called "bioprinters." As a raw material, a special medical gel is used, which is synthesized from human cells. Ceramic powder is intended for bones, which has parameters similar to the human skeleton.
Achievements in this area are truly unique. Soon it will come to the point that it will be possible to create the missing parts of the body with unique DNA selected for a particular patient. Shreds of skin, fragments of bones have already been transplanted to a real person and have successfully taken root. Now it's the turn of the kidney. The layout of it already exists, but practically it is not functional. Until.
But the most successful designs that save hundreds of dollars are various prostheses. Especially popular are hearing aids.
Clothes and shoes
Now you are unlikely to find a dress created on a three-dimensional printer in the store. This time, the 3D printer is also surprising. What can be made of fabric and accessories even more surprising than already is? It turns out that the world is full of unimaginable objects.
A feature of 3D dresses is that they are sewn perfectly on the figure. This has already been demonstrated to the world community by Dita von Teese.
Shoes, of course, are included. The first sketches were created by Janne Kuttanen - a designer from Holland. He posted his schemes of two-dimensional images on the Internet, and now everyone can download them to his computer. The file size is so large that it will take at least 6-7 hours to download. But can you print them using a 3D printer? What can be done when he is not standing at each of us at home? Just admire the creations of others.
Guitars
Musical instruments are always unique. But even more extraordinary gives them three-dimensional technology. A 3D printer is capable of creating an openwork and unique musical instrument. “What, can you really play playing instruments?” You ask. Yes, they will really play tunes. But so far not as good as traditional subjects.
The first person to try the technology is Olaf DJ from faraway New Zealand. His creation resembles a cobweb, in the middle of which tiny spiders live.
The first synthetic acoustic guitar belongs to Scott Summit. According to him, it can be safely used at concerts, and the sound on some notes surpasses the traditional instrument.
But not only guitars are capable of reproducing a 3D printer. The world also knows flute and violin.
Toys
How does a 3D printer create fun for children, what can I print on it? Yes, anything. Cars, dolls, army of soldiers. A portable unit at home will allow you to fulfill any dream of your beloved child. True, so far only in black and white.
Some scientists propose to recreate toys according to the sketches of the children themselves. For example, your kid drew a kalyaku-kalyaku on a piece of paper. Download the data to a computer, create a two-dimensional model, transfer it to a 3D printer, and after many years your child will be surprised how his dad created a three-dimensional model of an incomprehensible animal.
Camera lens
When creating this, a photographing device was made, the developers were guided by only one thought: how to save money. After all, the main cost of a good camera is set by a high-quality lens. In the models made on 3D printers, it, of course, is not perfect and is made of acrylic. You cannot take professional pictures with such optics. But for simple use, it may well work.
The author of this idea is Leo Marius. He posted the device’s sketches on the Internet. The total cost of materials will cost you only $ 30.
Car
It would seem, what else is a 3D printer capable of? What can be done with it? Car! In Geneva, the presentation of the world's first car, printed almost entirely on a 3D printer, took place.
The idea was born in California to a man named Kevin Singer. With the help of enthusiastic engineers, the project came true. The first and only supercar in the world has the name Blade and, of course, is a unique creation of man.
Although the creators claim that the product is environmentally friendly, and during its production there are no harmful emissions into the atmosphere, while the car travels only on gasoline or gas. In the future, they plan to transfer it to batteries.
In just two seconds, a supercar can reach speeds of up to 100 km / h, which is possible thanks to a powerful engine of 700 horsepower.
Robot chandelier
It is called differently: a fantastic lamp, a robotic arm, a robot lamp. It is an ordinary lamp that is mounted vertically. The peculiarity is that it can independently change its position depending on the needs of the user. For example, if the indicator feels insufficient light, it turns towards the dark, or if the user changes location, the lamp itself moves in its direction.
The creator of the miraculous object avoids talking on this subject in every way. He is locked in himself and sits only in his scientific library. Many people ask him: “If you buy a 3D printer, what can be done on it and how to use it?” The inventor replies: “All the answers are on YouTube.” True, at least he developed a manual for his lamp.
Furniture
Surely something, but we can hardly imagine printed furniture with difficulty. At the same time, one Dutch designer created a unique chair made from completely organic materials. In his work, he used mushroom mycelium, straw and water.
The fungal mycelium was chosen for good reason. This natural fabric, which is slightly reminiscent of branches and due to this, can create bizarre patterns of extraordinary beauty. This became the basis of the whole direction of designer furniture from Klarenbik.
The shape of the chair is completely unusual. But, despite this, according to the scientist, it is very comfortable to sit and relax on it. And most importantly, it complies with the main standards of the European Union - completely environmentally friendly.
A lot of furniture elements are able to create a 3D printer. “What more can be done?” You ask. The mass of items. For example, a bench made of a mixture of cement, plastic and concrete or a lamp the size of a room made of natural salt.
Recently, a huge 3D printer has been created, designed exclusively for interior items. True, its price in the US is 37 thousand dollars, which is several times more expensive than traditional machines. Whether such furniture will be in demand, and how much it will ultimately cost, time will tell.