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Newest Applications of 3D Printers

Experts are confident that the future belongs to 3D printers

Indeed, there is probably no sphere of human activity where the use of such devices has not become firmly established. Don't believe it? See for yourself.

Construction

It would seem, how can such a small device as a printer build... houses? I'll answer. It's very simple: the idea that a 3D printer must be small is nothing more than a stereotype. Nowadays, they are capable of layer-by-layer printing, using a special mortar, not only walls but also floors, and even channels for electrical wiring and utilities! Some types of printers can, just imagine, print walls using a special composite of mud and straw.

Bioengineering

The problem of donor organ shortage is very acute for today's medicine. Artificial cultivation of organs for patients is still in its early stages, and many large medical corporations are investing huge funds in the latest research, including so-called bioprinters. After all, if a conventional printer prints with ink, and a construction printer with concrete mortar, why not try printing with human body cells? At present, impressive results have already been achieved: printers have successfully printed parts of a human kidney and even an entire donor ear!

Heavy Machinery

It's time to break another stereotype. 3D printers are so advanced and technological that they can print with titanium and powdered steel. A special powerful laser layer-by-layer sinters titanium or steel powder located in the printer's working area. As a result, machine parts with extremely complex geometry and structure are produced. All this is done several times faster than conventional mechanical processing with similar or even better technical characteristics.

It is gratifying that high technologies are taking their rightful place in our country as well. Thus, the company 3DDevice, which is an official dealer, distributor, and manufacturer, promotes these newest technologies in Ukraine. On the company's website https://3ddevice.com.ua a wide range of products on 3D printers, 3D scanners, 3D pens, as well as 3D plastic and accessories is presented.