Even the at-home genius inventor needs some technical help once in awhile. :) At a fairly affordable price, this intuitive printer should help even the least tech-savvy hobbyist creator give life to designs. It sounds pretty handy.
The patent seems to require that CAD files include an authorization code and that the 3D printer will not print unless it accepts the authorization code. There's no need for such a code on a personal printer. No code-->No infringement.
The patent seems to require that CAD files include an authorization code and that the 3D printer will not print unless it accepts the authorization code. There's no need for such a code on a personal printer. No code-->No infringement.
The use of such a code would imply someone selling 3D CAD designs with the specific intent for them to be printed, or a private company wanting to protect their designs from "outsiders". This would in no way stop someone from creating their own 3D model on their own. They would just have to work harder.
Patents that restrict progress and innovation are not high on my list to celebrate. Any software protection can be side-stepped, so good luck with enforcement. I am sure that "Physibles" will require some level of protection, someday. Right now, it's the wild-west in this area.
The price of the device that is given in the articles seems very reasonable for the serious at-home inventor or small shop. Any idea what the raw material costs and/or if you are required to use material specifically made for that printer? Just wondering if the business model is the same as for desktop printer where the hardware is reasonable (or cheap) but they get you on the supplies?
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