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I think some people here might be interested in this. the reprap project.

http://reprap.org
http://reprap.blogspot.com

It is a project with the intent of creating a free design for a 3d printer out of mainly 3d printed parts, so in some sense, it can self replicate (but not self-assemble) with only raw materials and some basic (cheap) wholesale electronic components.

The project is very ambitious, but a lot of progress has been made, once the initial design is out there, hopefully people will create improved versions and the design will evolve.

Another very cool site. The blog link is where the good pics are at. Let us know if people start cranking 3D worm gear sets. This could be a huge deal for high-end sumo/competition hobbyists.

-Nathan

Thanks, I was just looking for that site a couple days ago but couldn't remember what it was called. That's really tantalizing stuff... With enough accuracy and strength in the finished pieces, this idea could really have a huge impact.

A DIY/Homebrew RP machine....now THAT gets my juices flowin'

Would love to colab on something similar!

-d0c-