"3D printing enables much more of a pull distribution instead, so consumers can buy products that are really tailored," he says.
Indeed, with 3D printing enabling designers – and musicians – to manipulate sound in ingenious and novel ways, Goldemberg believes the technology could strike a chord with many performers.
The new design and manufacturing systems, including 3-D printing, enable objects to be made at such speed and so precisely that the specifications of each one can be customized to adopt a shape or style chosen by its eventual user.
Use of 3D printing enables design of complex, individualized splints at relatively low cost [2, 4, 9, 10].
Rapid prototyping based on in silico design and 3D printing enables fast customization of complex geometries to multiple needs.
3D printing enables facile preparation of hydrogel sample holders adaptable to any shape and number of specimen.
"3D printing enables much more of a pull distribution instead of push, so consumers can buy products that are really tailored".
Compared to conventional methods, 3D printing enables rapid prototyping, custom design, and single-step fabrication of actuators and sensors that have complex structure and high resolution.
"Importantly, 3D printing enables on-demand production, which has interesting implications for supply chains and for stocking spare parts-a major cost for manufacturers.
The democratization of prosthetic design and creation through 3D printing enables millions of people around the world to reap the benefits of the newly popularized manufacturing technology.
