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I think "technology" has become synonymous with mobile technology and their screens. Too much attention is being drawn to phones, while changing our ability to
by mrcactu5 12y ago
I think "technology" has become synonymous with mobile technology and their screens. Too much attention is being drawn to phones, while changing our ability to communicate with each other, our ability to physically manipulate the world has not moved forward.
On top of that, 3D printers and laser cutting machines are still pretty expensive. It will take about a decade before they are within reach to everybody.
- danshapiro 12y agoCost is one thing I'm not worried about. Makerbot lead the way by making an additive 3D ready-to-use printer available at <$3k. Now Dremel's got a consumer 3D printer at $1k. There are credible projects to get small-build-volume 3D printers down at $250 and Peachy's taking a reasonable swing to get it under $100 (disclaimer: kickstarter backer). Glowforge is now tackling this for lasers. We're still a ways away from shipping, but we're already confident we can get the price under that of a Makerbot.
- minthd 12y agoHaven't they reached mostly everyone who cares, through makerspaces, etc ?
- lotsofmangos 12y agoLaser cutters are still a bit pricey, but 3D printers can be had in kit form for $500 now ( https://reprappro.com/shop/reprap-kits/huxley-duo-kit/ https://reprappro.com/shop/reprap-kits/huxley-duo-kit/ ), and the filament is dirt cheap. I think the biggest block these days on 3d printing becoming more mainstream is the complexity of the design tools, rather than the equipment costs.