3D Printing
🔬 They've created a complete 3d-printed microscope for less than $60
Scientists at the University of Strathclyde have developed the world's first fully 3d-printed microscope that can be manufactured in less than three hours for under $60. The microscope can distinguish detailed structures with the same precision as traditional microscopes costing $18,000.
🏡 3D printed houses in 24 hours
Mighty Buildings uses a 20-foot-high printer inside a warehouse to print small homes in just 24 hours.
🏡 3D-printed house made of "wood flour" is completely recyclable
Researchers have, for the first time, created a 3D-printed home made completely from natural materials. It’s made out of wood fibers and bio-resins left over from sawmills.
💊 Customized medication helps patients and reduces waste
Novel technology could make taking pills less intimidating for children - and help reduce waste. The best part: it could be available in your home by 2025.