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.
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!
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.
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).
On your blog, tell your readers:
- One thing that you learned from watching this video
One thing that surprised you when watching this video
One Thing I learned from watching this video
1. Since starting in 2013, e-NABLE has fasilitated the production of over 1,000 prosthetic hands.
One Thing I was suprised from watching the video.
1. Modern prosthitics can cost over tens of thousands of dollars and kids quikly grow outgrow them. I think it should be free for kids like how kids get silver teeth for free.
Well done on posting and continuing to participate in the SLJ this year. What could you do to be a prosthetic changemaker Lukas? Keep blogging, and commenting on others, to increase your chance of winning one of the awesome prizes and to keep up your learning over the school break!
ReplyDeleteTēnā koe i tēnei ahiahi Lukas,
ReplyDeleteHope you've been enjoying your summer holidays! Have you been enjoying the sunshine? :)
I'm glad you learnt a lot in this activity! I like your thinking with modern prosthetic, and I think it's a great idea to have them be free for kids. Otherwise they have such limited options!
Would you consider adding images to your post? I think it would look awesome to see what photos you'd choose.
Nga mihi
Erica