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Student builds 3D printer from 92% LEGO for under $180

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A mechatronics student named Adam Turaj has constructed an open-source 3D printer primarily from LEGO bricks, dubbed "Studprint." The printer utilizes 92% LEGO components, including the print bed and leadscrews, with only 13 non-LEGO parts. This innovative build cost approximately $180, with $30 allocated to LEGO pieces, and it successfully printed a Benchy model in 1.25 hours. AI

IMPACT Demonstrates creative applications of engineering principles and open-source collaboration in hardware development.

RANK_REASON The item describes a novel DIY project involving a unique application of existing technology (3D printing) with common materials (LEGO), fitting the 'research' bucket for innovative engineering. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.1]

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Student builds 3D printer from 92% LEGO for under $180

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  1. Tom's Hardware TIER_1 English(EN) · Jhet Borja ·

    Mechatronics student builds 3D printer made from 92% LEGO for less than $180

    A mechatronics engineering student made an open-source 3D printer, 92% of which is LEGO, and can print a decent benchy despite the imprecise LEGO leadscrews.

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