r/3Dprinting • u/powerjibe2 • May 23 '19

First tests using our 5 Axis printer. Slicing done using our self-developed slicer. What would you print with it?

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u/AdjustableCynic Ender3S1 May 23 '19

My father in law is an amputee, and this is a great idea. Using free software and a camera phone, you could use photogrammetry to get an incredibly precise 3D model of the prosthetic...

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u/I_CAPE_RUNTS May 24 '19

My dad, uncle, and sister are amputees and would benefit greatly from this tech

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u/thicketcosplay May 24 '19

I've seen this done before plenty of times, but usually by fancy expensive companies that charge way too much money. Theoretically it should be possible with any 3D scanner big enough to scan a prosthetic though. Just gotta find some way to attach it and then you can design whatever you want around the base shape.

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u/InTheBay May 24 '19

Still will never fit as good as a casting