3D Printing Prosthetic Eyes

Jan-04-14 A 3D printing process that creates prosthetic eyes allows manufacturers to build more realistic eyes quickly, and at a fraction of the usual cost.

The process was developed in collaboration between Manchester Metropolitan University and the UK’s Fripp Design. According to Fripp, they are able to create 150 eyes in an hour, in contrast to the conventional method, hand-painted method that can take months to complete just one eye. The artificial eyes are made of glass and acrylic and can be 3D printed in batches, with more realistic details, and in three sizes.

The lower-cost prosthetic could be particularly appreciated in poverty-stricken areas, where people are often not able to afford the cost of conventional options.

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