By Paul Mignone

This drop-In session was a big one for many reasons. Dinesh Kantheti, the mastermind behind the 3inter smart printer, gave attendees an interactive class about 3D printer hardware and usage. He demonstrated how 3D printers work and how to use them effectively to produce the best quality print possible. Given that this guy has been building and selling his own brand of printers, you couldn’t ask for a better teacher in our opinion! 

Dinesh doing what he does best!

Second, with the upcoming formation of the 3D Printing Research Working Group (3DPRWG), we announced the commencement of research groups in the drop-in sessions. Students and non-students are encouraged to partner with researchers to find a project in which 3D printing can be used to achieve better research objectives. Some funding may also be available to help the research projects as well.

Two groups have already started in the fields of music and jewelry. If you have a great research idea and are looking to form a research group around it, come to a drop-in session and let’s discuss!

Jewelry Group: Dave and Jackie looking for inspiration! 

Music Group: Nick, Jonathan and Kae discuss how to improve the violin!