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Posted by hipstomp | 17 May 2010
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What do all of these objects have in common? They were all created using Shapeways, an RP-for-the-masses website that lets users upload 3D files then receive physical productions of their drawings roughly two weeks later.
You can also opt to sell your items through Shapeways' online marketplace which, presuming the math works out, is kind of a designer's dream; you design the thing, then they take care of the ordering, payment, production, shipping, and even customer service.
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We should have a core77 contest to make something and the prize could be the 3D model from shapeways.
Cool
check out their student contest too
I've used Shapeways several times now. The concept is great: upload a STL file, and they can get it to you in 15 or so days. Its relatively cheap and they have an ever expanding list of materials including metal and glass.
They only negative I can think of is that they seem to be getting popular and an occasional lap in turnaround or shipping(wrong item) does happen. However they're friendly and problems are usually solved very quickly.
OMG
This is the coolest thing ever,
For a young designer to get your products out and sell them to the public without having to go through meetings, manufacturers and retail mark up!
yesssssssss
I own a ZCorp 3d printer and I am about to try out Shapeways broad materials offering. Shapeways either has a number of different 3D machines or deals with a number of 3D RP contractors who use the various materials offered by Shapeways.
Stay Tuned