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Killer 3D Printing Applications: Human Factors

Killer 3D Printing Applications: Human Factors

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• In 3D printing, key industries include things such as poka-yoke and manufacturing tools like jigs and fixtures. These low-volume tools save money and reduce errors. Refits in things like military...

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In 3D printing, key industries include things such as poka-yoke and manufacturing tools like jigs and fixtures. These low-volume tools save money and reduce errors. Refits in things like military jets and trains are also a growing market for us, as are upgrades to trains. These are all relatively low-volume activities that benefit from parts made in specific materials at specific times. A lot of them have a decided ergonomic element as well. Again, ergonomically, 3D-printed add-ons- either a generally more ergonomic mouse or an individual one made to fit you are another area where we should grow.

If we look at human factors, this is a study of how people interact with work, from how you sit at your desk to how you maneuver a pneumatic drill. It’s synonymous with ergonomics, but nowadays m

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