Additive Manufacturing
Like in fashion, additive manufacturing is all about layering. A way to imagine it is to picture yourself adding layers and layers to your outfit, and when finished, the final product being just what you envisioned! Now that's exactly how AM works, taking an idea and creating a three dimensional product through layering!
As for the technique and process used in additive manufacturing, it starts out with a computer-aided design file. This file is basically a blueprint used to make the products. The 3D printer then proceeds to use the blueprint and lays down thin layers of material to create the final 3D object. This ingenious process is expanding the already endless possibilities in fashion!
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Fully Functioning Dress
Accessories Too!
Designed by Nervous System Studios, Shapeways has unveiled an incredible dress created through 3D printing technology. Yes, you heard that right! A dress that is completely functional and wearable! Who would have ever thought that the capability of printing clothing would come to exist? This specific dress was printed out in one folded piece. To make this dress possible, it uses a hinge joint mechanism. Because of this special technique, the dress itself will conform to the individual wearing it. Explaining the process of something so incredible, such as this dress, must be seen in order to fully understand the concept. Check out this short video by Shapeways!
And guess what, it doesn't stop there! Shapeways also creates fashion accessories such as jewelry, belts, and keychains! Knowing that these products are created by a such an amazing process, makes it that much more fun to wear!
The Way of Shapeways
Shapeways makes it easy for aspiring designers and/or everyday people with no experience, to create a 3D product. All you have to do is upload your design and it can me made and sold! The possibilities are endless for people just like you and me! If you are interested in buying such 3D products or creating your own, head on over to their website and get started!
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In this ever changing world, there is no telling what the next big thing will be. But with the amazing products that Shapeways is producing, there is no doubt they are going to be a driving force in the fashion industry! To keep up with what's next, follow Shapeways on all social media platforms! Thanks so much for reading and I hope you are as intrigued and blown away by 3D printing as I am!
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