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Ingenious Creations: 50 Times People Leveraged 3D Printing To Make Stunning Objects (New Pics)

Ingenious Creations: 50 Times People Leveraged 3D Printing To Make Stunning Objects (New Pics)

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Many of us imagined our own versions of the future when we were young. You could have thought that you’d be zipping around in flying cars like in The Jetsons. Or that every household would have a humanoid robot to help with our daily chores. While some of these things are either in the making or still not possible, one thing that has surely turned into reality is 3D printing.
This technology is not just being used by experts; many enthusiasts have also tried their hand at it. And some users of 3D printing are sharing their innovative creations on the 3Dprinting subreddit, where “makers of all skill levels and walks of life can learn about and discuss 3D printing.” Check out these 3D-printed items to witness the remarkable strides technology has made.
And don't forget to check out our conversation with Sricharan Chiruvolu, a computer vision engineer based in Germany.

#21 I Hate Flossing, But Flossers Are A Waste Of Plastic, So I 3D Printed A Reusable One!

I Hate Flossing, But Flossers Are A Waste Of Plastic, So I 3D Printed A Reusable One!
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In the future, many things can be achieved through 3D printing. “Larger build volumes and faster printing rates will enable 3D printing to be a practical choice for mass manufacturing, opening up previously unheard-of possibilities in a variety of industries. Envision entire neighborhoods filled with quickly and effectively built 3D-printed homes, transforming the housing market and tackling problems like disaster relief and affordable housing.”

#22 I Found A Mini Nuclear Power Plant On Thingiverse And Modified It To Fit On My Humidifier

I Found A Mini Nuclear Power Plant On Thingiverse And Modified It To Fit On My Humidifier
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#23 S̵t̵e̵a̵l̵ ̵t̵h̵e̵ ̵k̵e̵y̵s̵

S̵t̵e̵a̵l̵ ̵t̵h̵e̵ ̵k̵e̵y̵s̵
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#24 Proof That Perseverance Pays Off...my Full Iron Man Suit, Printed In Many, Many Pieces On My Tiny Up Mini Over 6 Months

Proof That Perseverance Pays Off...my Full Iron Man Suit, Printed In Many, Many Pieces On My Tiny Up Mini Over 6 Months
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Talking about the endless possibilities of 3D printing technology, he concluded, “Furthermore, there is even more potential when artificial intelligence and 3D printing are combined. AI is able to optimize designs for material efficiency, strength, and weight, resulting in products that are not only highly functional and sustainable but also inventive.”

#25 My Dad 3D Printed A Lever To Replace His Light Switch

My Dad 3D Printed A Lever To Replace His Light Switch
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#26 My Partner Keeps Buying Plants So I Have To Keep Designing Plant Pots. Here's One Of My Latest Ones

My Partner Keeps Buying Plants So I Have To Keep Designing Plant Pots. Here's One Of My Latest Ones
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#27 Bastard Broke Into The Wrong Goddamn Rec Room

Bastard Broke Into The Wrong Goddamn Rec Room
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While 3D printing can be beneficial in so many ways, it’s also a great technology to be used on an individual level. These brilliant posts really show how creative people can get with 3D printing. Which one of these creative designs inspires you to get a 3D printer? Don’t forget to upvote the ones you like the most!

#28 I Modeled, Printed, And Painted This Little House To Express My Frustration With The Housing Market

I Modeled, Printed, And Painted This Little House To Express My Frustration With The Housing Market
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#29 Moon Lamp

Moon Lamp
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#30 Broke My Arm, Got A 3D Printed Cast

Broke My Arm, Got A 3D Printed Cast
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#31 Just Had To Do It, I Couldn't Resist

Just Had To Do It, I Couldn't Resist
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#32 Don't Feed Spray Paint After Midnight

Don't Feed Spray Paint After Midnight
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#33 I Made This Guitar For My Son's Birthday

I Made This Guitar For My Son's Birthday
I have a few small things to finish it but it's essentially finished. Printed in PETG on my X1C and I used stone coat epoxy with miraclekoo resin dye. The pickups are fender noiseless n4.
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#34 Inserts For My Travel Tool Box

Inserts For My Travel Tool Box
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#35 When A Failed Print Is Still A Happy Little Mistake

When A Failed Print Is Still A Happy Little Mistake
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#36 Just Finished My Arkham Knight Cosplay! Fully 3D Printed And Painted, This Was So Much Fun To Do!

Just Finished My Arkham Knight Cosplay! Fully 3D Printed And Painted, This Was So Much Fun To Do!
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#37 Me And My Son 3D Printed A Life Size Battle Droid. Turns Out They Were Quite Big

Me And My Son 3D Printed A Life Size Battle Droid. Turns Out They Were Quite Big
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#38 Designed A Custom Duck Hunt Display For These Nerf Guns That I Printed Zapper Shells For

Designed A Custom Duck Hunt Display For These Nerf Guns That I Printed Zapper Shells For
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#39 Phone No Longer Overheats While Charging In The Sun

Phone No Longer Overheats While Charging In The Sun
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#40 Pushing The Limits Of My Multi-Material Printer

Pushing The Limits Of My Multi-Material Printer
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