Can We 3D Print The Death Star?

A British printing retailer decided to look into how much it would cost and how long it would take to recreate some famous landmarks using just a 3D printer.

Apr 7, 2016

British printing retailer TonerGiant decided to look into how much it would cost, and how long it would take, to recreate some famous landmarks using just a 3D printer. Needless to say, this is no easy task. Here are some of their results, which may surprise you. 

Latest in Industry 4.0
Security Breach Podcast
Sponsored
Security Breach Podcast
January 10, 2023
Jasonkenttn
Security Breach: 'How Can I Make Stuff Worse'
February 15, 2023
Technology Wheel
Everyone Is Talking About Digital Transformation
February 9, 2023
Ep32tn
Security Breach: When Seeing the Attack Isn't Enough to Stop it
February 7, 2023
Related Stories
Technology Wheel
Industry 4.0
Everyone Is Talking About Digital Transformation
Mfg Data
Industry 4.0
Using Analytics to Solve 3 Key Manufacturing Challenges
Mfg Data
Industry 4.0
Key Trends to Remember for 2023
How to Select Ideal IIoT & Networking Solutions
Sponsored
How to Select Ideal IIoT & Networking Solutions
More in Industry 4.0
Industrial Media Unboxing Video
Sponsored
Industrial Media Unboxing Video
IEN Unboxed is a new show in which our editors unbox new tools on the market and discuss their features.
March 8, 2023
Ep34tn
Video
Security Breach: Hiding, Not Running from Hackers
Credential stuffing, authentication tokens and dark web marketplaces have helped spawn a new security solution: device cloaking.
February 21, 2023
2023
Operations
Five Predictions for Manufacturing
The current global landscape is a sea of uncertainty that can sink even the most buoyant of companies — if they don't adapt.
February 19, 2023
Automated Warehouse
Technology
Lighting the Path to Dark Warehouses
Advanced automation and fewer available workers are helping to generate momentum for this shift.
February 17, 2023
Jasonkenttn
Video
Security Breach: 'How Can I Make Stuff Worse'
Insights from a resident hacker on the evolution of industrial cyberattacks.
February 15, 2023
Technology Wheel
Industry 4.0
Everyone Is Talking About Digital Transformation
But many plant executives are rolling their eyes because it sounds disruptive, expensive and one more thing to do.
February 9, 2023
Ep32tn
Video
Security Breach: When Seeing the Attack Isn't Enough to Stop it
Exterior defenses are making hackers visible; the next step is eliminating the threat before it spreads.
February 7, 2023
Kentn
Video
Security Breach: People Are Part of the Damage
"All of us can be tricked." Why aligning cybersecurity strategies with the people implementing them is just as important as the assets being protected.
February 2, 2023
Siemens Deloitte Smart Factory Wichita 1
Industry 4.0
Siemens and Deloitte Demonstrate Industry 4.0 Innovation at The Smart Factory
The Smart Factory includes a fully operational production line and experiential labs for developing and exploring innovative capabilities of smart manufacturing.
January 19, 2023
2023
Supply Chain
Predictions for Manufacturing in 2023 – Part II
Industry leaders offer their thoughts on what to expect in 2023.
January 17, 2023
Accsecuritybreachtn
Video
Security Breach: Industry Gets a D+ Cybersecurity Grade
But the good news is that the white hats are catching up.
January 17, 2023
Mfg Data
Industry 4.0
Key Trends to Remember for 2023
Rising interest rates, a shortage of skilled labor and unresolved supply chain issues will impact everyone, but none more than the underprepared.
December 29, 2022
Online Safety And Security
Industry 4.0
Manufacturing's Mixed Technology Opens Doors for Cybercrime
Six must-haves for building network resilience.
December 23, 2022
Cloud
Supply Chain
IIoT-Enabled Cloud Is Redefining Supply Chains
How cloud-enabled manufacturing with smart sensors and actuators can assist resilient supply chain strategies.
December 16, 2022
2023
Operations
Predictions for Manufacturing in 2023 – Part I
As 2022 comes to an end, a number of industry leaders are offering their thoughts on what to expect in 2023.
December 14, 2022