Human-Computer Interaction Institute

3D Printed Customizable Bistable Finger Orthotic for Arthritis & Injury Recovery

A PhD student at Carnegie Mellon University was inspired by her friend’s arthritis struggles to come up with a better solution than a stiff finger brace. Her idea was a customizable…

Research Team Takes Advantage of Common FFF 3D Printing Defect to 4D Print Plastic Self-Folding Objects

A lot of research has been undertaken regarding 3D printed self-folding structures and 3D printed items that can self-assemble, but a team from Carnegie Mellon University is changing things up in the…

Human-Computer Interaction Institute 3D Prints Special Prosthesis for Young Cello Player

According to the Wohlers Report 2016, the 3D printing industry was over $5.1 billion back in 2015, and it’s continued to grow into the $10 billion a year industry it is…