will.i.am on changing the world one 3D printer at a time

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We were skeptical, too. The trend of gadget manufacturers putting rockstars on the payroll in figurehead “creative director” roles has gotten a bit out of hand in recent years. Again, if Alicia Keys and BlackBerry taught us anything, it’s that all the piano playing in the world can’t help right the ship of a struggling hardware manufacturer. After chatting with will.i.am high atop the 3D Systems booth in the South Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center, we’ll say this: he’s a passionate guy. The Black Eyed Peas member’s excitement is palpable as he speaks about emerging technologies and their potential roles in education and sustainability.

He freely admits that he’s not really equipped to break down the technology behind the 3D printer company’s more complex offerings, but he’s got some grand visions with regards to the part he might play in helping making the technology more accessible and broadly appealing for a mainstream audience. Check out the full video interview just after the break.

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3D Builder App for Windows 8.1 3D Printing Free Download

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3D printer duplicates paintings down to the last brush stroke (video)

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[Time Published September 25, 2013 at 02:28AM]

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We’ve seen 3D printers produce some pretty amazing things, but nothing quite like this. Tim Zaman, a Dutch researcher, has reportedly developed a 3D duplication technique capable of capturing incredible detail, such as brush strokes and other textures on a painting. With a captured image on hand, it’s then possible to print a reproduction matching every detail, including raised brush strokes. Reproductions are created using an Oce printer that can reproduce large-format paintings at 600 ppi; the process resembles that of a dye-sub printer, with the printing head moving back and forth many times, adding a new textured layer with each pass. It’s a very cool idea, but don’t expect to fill your home with flawless duplicates — you’ll first need to get your hands on a priceless piece of art.

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Source: Tim Zaman, Oce (YouTube)

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Peachy Printer’s sub-$100 3D printer smashes fundraising goal (video)

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[Time Published September 23, 2013 at 01:38PM]

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While the cost of 3D printers are coming down, it’s unlikely we’ll start to see them invade everyone’s homes ’til they become much cheaper. That’s the idea, at least, behind the Peachy Printer, a device that’s promising to retail for less than $100. Unlike printers made by companies such as Makerbot, Peachy uses a laser to set objects from liquid resin. The laser is guided by a pair of mirrors that take instructions from your PC’s audio in / out ports, and the system even allows you to scan objects with your own camera. Having launched on Kickstarter three days ago, Peachy Printer has more than tripled its CDN$50,000 goal. We doubt you’ll find anyone trying to build an Aston Martin replica on one of these things, but it’s a neat idea that employs a different 3D-printing method to significantly reduce hardware costs. As usual, you’ll find the pitch video below and anything else you may desire at the source.

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