Monday, 23 May 2011

3D Printing

If anyone has been to the materials collection and seen some of the developments in 3D printing this article is fascinating.... perhaps we could look at existing treatments that could be available or produced in a new way?




I am personally a little obsessed and amazed with 3D printing. I quite frankly thought it was impossible when I first heard about it last year. This has got to be the biggest development in textile production for a long time and this would be a great way of linking the two themes together, along with the other research conducted. 

Can we print food supplements from programming data into a computer?
Can we print 'patches' that release protein or vitamins into the skin?
Can we scan the skin to determine it's deficiencies?

More questions than answers at the moment guys but I look forward to hearing your thoughts tomorrow.

Natalie




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