This is a nice overview infographic from Ink Technologies on the scope of 3D printing technologies. Utilising specific applications from a number of different sources the infographic highlights the vertical industries that are greatly benefitting from the tech and also, usefully, references the 3D printing materials for each application. While it is not comprehensive, it does provide a useful ‘at-a-glance’ summary.
Source: InkTechnologies
Medical – close but still far away. If bionic ears, obvious rational to print yourself a new set of super ears for personal gain…. and taking a different angle, whats stopping an individual printing a set of ears or a set of noses to wear at their leisure. Similar to having a selection of shoes or clothes in a wardrobe. A prosthetic wardrobe?! Ears for concerts, ears for work..