On June 14 in Florida, MOSI will debut its new exhibition 3D Printing the Future. The event will cover the breadth and depth of 3D printing innovation, entertainment to toys, medical devices to human organs, to illustrate the massive potential of 3D printing in the future and where we are today. Visitors will have the chance to gain practical experiencethanks to a hands-on workshop, and gain an inspiring glimpse of the future through 3D-printed objects, live demonstrations and displays.
MOSI will be partnering with the University of South Florida’s College of Arts and Sciences and the Alliance for Integrated Spatial Technologies (AIST) for this interesting event. AIST, a 3D research centre at USF will be acting as guest curator for the exhibition and showcasing their work to preserve World Heritage in 3D at the Archaeology section. A series of speaker events and technology demonstrations will also be hosted thanks to The USF College of Arts and Sciences and AIST.
MOSI has also teamed with The Dali Museum. The two museums will have related displays in the exhibition section and are to offer special discounts for the exhibition to those who visit both museums. MOSI will offer 50 percent off its admission to anyone who presents a ticket stub from The Dali Museum. MOSI members will gain free access to the exhibition. The sections include:
3D Archaeology
AIST will illustrate how ancient sites and artefacts are brought to life in surprising detail and show how scientists are using 3D printing and scanning to advance our understanding of ancient people, places and animals.
3D Medicine
Guests will be able to view 3Dprinted medical objects, including 3Dprinted body parts and prosthetics, and learn how 3D printing is revolutionising the world of modern medicine.
3D Science & Technology
Visitors can explore how 3D printing is helping scientists and researchers working in some of the most remote places on Earth. Guests will also learn how 3D printing is being used to help solve crimes, build cars and houses, along with sending replacement tools to astronauts in space.
3D Everyday
This section will illustrate the modern conveniences that 3D printing can provide in the future, like printing a replacement part for a dishwasher or an extra place setting at the dining table for unexpected company. Additionally, this section shows how the fashion industry has embraced 3D printing as a tool to create beautifully innovative and customised items including clothing, jewellery and accessories that are tailored just for you.
3D Live Showcase
This live stage show will feature a variety of fun and fascinating demonstrations, including interactive scanning, a 3D Music Jam Show with actual 3D-printed instruments, and step-by-step walk-throughs of the 3D printing process. This show celebrates the fruits of creativity and the “maker movement” using 3D printing.
MOSI admission, which includes 3D Printing the Future – The Exhibition and a documentary IMAX film, is $22.95 for adults, $20.95 for seniors (60+) and $18.95 for children (2-12). Museum hours are Monday Friday9 to 5, and 9 to 6 at the weekend. For more information visit the mosi website. You can also check out MOSI’s video from their Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign designed to help fund the exhibition here:
