A Brief History of 3D Printing

If you've got a moment to do some reading, you should check out Kevin Quigley’s post titled “3D Printing – Then, Now and in the Future.” Quigley, who has been in the design business for over 15 years, relates his stories about how the design environment has changed since the advent of 3D printing.

Whether you’re someone like me who just began using this  technology a few years ago, or a veteran like Quigley, this article answers some important questions about the role of 3D printing in product development and innovation.

Quigley also goes on to offer his opinion about where 3D printing is headed, but I warn you, the idea of a 3D printer in every home meets a grim fate under his scrutiny. 

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