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Atypical spring break: bring 3D printed prosthetics in Peru

David Goodfellow is indeed a good man. Busy student at University of Southern California, strong swimmer, loved by most in Claremont, CA. But he wanted to do more, and he had an opportunity to do so.

David Goodfellow prosthetics

Goodfellow is a member of USC 3D4E, aka ‘3D For Everyone’, a project based organization that allows students of all academic backgrounds and disciplines to get more experience with 3D printing. In fact, he’s even a executive board member of the organisation, serving as director of corporate relations. He’s also a member of Enabling the Future, aka. e-Nable.

David Goodfellow and Jens

On a trip down to Peru during this springbreak 2016, he was on a mission to introduce 3D printed prosthetics to local clinics and children in need.

During this trip, David taught locals how to use 3D printers to make prosthetics for the local citizens. Himself would make a right hand prosthetic for a 3 years old girl, offer it to her, and enjoy the lovely smile on her face.

What’s more, AIO Robotics, the company behind the Zeus 3D printer, donated machines to local clinics. David was there to install them and teach the local team, so that they will be able to produce more of these locally to fullfill local needs at almost no cost: under $25 per unit. This low cost matters a lot, because children grow fast and need to change their prosthetics on a regular basis.

Goodfellow

It’s unknown what David has plans to do next, but for sure he had a very productive springbreak!

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