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<\/a><\/p>\n\nThis experiment of Project RE_<\/a> explores 3D printing as a DIY tool for
\nupcycling. Customized lids are created using low cost 3D printing. They
\nare then clipped or screwed onto standard jars, tin cans and bottles to
\ncreate new and personal objects. In the first collection 14 objects were
\n made : a watering can, an hour glass, a long pasta container, a bird
\nhouse, a bird feeder, a mug, a rain catcher, a maple syrup bottle, a
\npiggy bank, a orange juicer, a snow globe, a paint brush cleaner, a
\ndumbbell and a lamp.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n
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Making modifications to existing products to extend their range of use is one of the great potentials of 3D printing as we have seen with projects like the Universal Construction Kit<\/a>. Project Re_ takes this concept a step further, out of the area of play and into the reuse of every day objects to increase their potential lifespan, functionality and reduce landfill and or the energy required to recycle. The Re_ project is currently based around DIY 3D printing although I would be hesitant to use ABS 3D prints in food based applications due to some of the implications of small particles coming loose but that is not to say the same concept could not be extended to other uses and materials such as Nylon, Ceramic, Silver or Stainless Steel<\/a>.<\/p>\n
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Part of Project Re_ is already available for download or 3D print via Shapeways<\/a> though it would be cool to see others take this concept, explore it further and make their files available for download<\/a>, reuse, remix also…<\/p>\n
Some of the most recent practical files made available in the downloadable gallery <\/a>include a Replacement motor mount for the Hacker Zoom XXL<\/a>, Quad-rotor phone mount<\/a> and door release button for a Panasonic NNSD277B\/W Microwave<\/a>. <\/p>\n<\/p>\n
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