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Desktop fabricator may kick-start home revolution

Posted January 09, 2007 4:04 PM

From New Scientist - Latest Headlines:

The machine can be constructed from cheap components and can sculpt a range of materials into 3D shapes. A cheap self-assembly device capable of fabricating 3D objects has been developed by US researchers. They hope the machine could kick start a revolution in home fabrication - or "rapid prototyping" - just as early computer kits sparked an explosion in home computing.

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Re: Desktop fabricator may kick-start home revolution

01/10/2007 10:04 AM

"A cheap self-assembly device capabl"

Really? It assembles itself? OR A cheap DIY-assembly device capabl

It would be nice to be able to examine the machine and try out it capabilities and test its durability/stability.

I have an acquaintace who has modified a mill/drill by adding axes to machine multi-axes parts with tight tolerances for machine components.

This one should be a good first machine for the novice or entry level home tinkerer/inventor.

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