In 1983 a man named Chuck Hull invented the first 3D printer. A 3D printer follows a design
that has been created on a computer. The printer simply ‘prints out’ the design in layers, often
using a material like plastic.
that has been created on a computer. The printer simply ‘prints out’ the design in layers, often
using a material like plastic.
3D printing has changed the way we are designing and manufacturing (creating) all sorts of
things. It is possible to 3D print parts for machines, buildings and even humans!
things. It is possible to 3D print parts for machines, buildings and even humans!
If you have ever broken an arm and needed a plaster cast you will know that they’re not much
fun to wear - especially in summer! Here in New Zealand, a man named Jake Evill has
designed a lighter 3D printed plaster cast that is strong, recyclable, waterproof, and ventilated
(let’s air in). Check out his design here.
_____________________________fun to wear - especially in summer! Here in New Zealand, a man named Jake Evill has
designed a lighter 3D printed plaster cast that is strong, recyclable, waterproof, and ventilated
(let’s air in). Check out his design here.
What To Do:For this activity, we would like you to learn more about 3D printed prosthetics
(artificial body parts, like hands or arms). Please watch this video about 3D printed prosthetics
(artificial body parts, like hands or arms).
(artificial body parts, like hands or arms). Please watch this video about 3D printed prosthetics
(artificial body parts, like hands or arms).
On your blog, tell your readers:
- One thing that you learned from watching this video
- One thing that surprised you when watching this video
My Work and a picture⬇️
- I learnt that some people have no fingers sometimes when they are born.
- I was surprised how people can design Printed Prosthetic Hands and make it so kids can
have another hand and be so happy!
Hello Kamaea,
ReplyDeleteVitaraag (Me!) is back to comment on your blog! The picture you added made the blog post way more interesting. I was also suprised to hear that people can make 3-D prosthetic hands. I was also suprised when I heard they were waterproof. You would think that it wouldn't be waterproof, but it is. The reason being is that it doesn't use any sort of machinery. It uses simple mechanics. I think it would be more challenging to write with one of those hands. Maybe next time you could add a bit more information about what you learned from this activity. Overall, this is a phenomenal blog post! Keep up the astonishing work!
Vitaraag
Hello Vitaraag, Yeah and it surprised me too that people can make 3D prosthetic hands. Thank you for the great comment!
DeleteKia ora Kamaea,
ReplyDeleteI'm glad to see more blog posts from you! Keep up the fantastic effort. There is one more week of the Summer Learning Journey to go, and I know for certain you can complete all the activities in time to get maximum points! You're a champ. Also, the prizes are SO cool this year! :)
I'm glad you learnt some useful and interesting facts through this activity. Did you know much about prosthetics before this activity? I'd love to hear if so :)
Nga mihi
Erica
Kia ora Erica, Yes I knew about prosthetics before this activity, people can have all sorts of things on their body if they have no no hands,legs and all kinds of things like that. Anyways Thanks for the fantastic comment!
DeleteIt's amazing what 3D printers can do isn't it Kamaea? Have you ever used one? They are great... Keep blogging and commenting.
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing the 3D printers. I have never used one before but does sound like a great machine!
DeleteKia ora Kamaea,
ReplyDeleteIt's weird how if even a tiny something goes wrong during the time that you are being formed (I do not think that is the correct word to use. I just can't think of any other words.) your outer appearance could end up missing a few limbs!! It's also unbelievable how in this day and age we're already up to 3D printing prosethetics!! Isn't that amazing?
Great work once again!
Riiana