Self Replicating Printer

Here is an awesome open source project - The RepRap (Replicating Rapid-prototyper) printer.


It's hailed as a self-copying 3D printer that can print its own parts, including updates.

According to software developer and artist Vik Olliver:

The 3D printer works by building components up in layers of plastic, mainly polylactic acid (PLA), which is a bio-degradable polymer made from lactic acid. The technology already exists, but commercial machines are very expensive. They also can’t copy themselves, and they can’t be manipulated by users.

After the numerous ads about hefty print prices, printer woes and what not, such a project is welcome news.

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