3D printing for disaster preparedness: Making life-saving supplies on-site, on-demand, on-time

摘要

This paper highlights the use of disruptive and innovative technologies such as 3D printing to "combat" global disasters that result in lost lives and livelihood. During times of any disaster supply chain costs rise, resources are in short supply and time is of essence. 3D printing and similar technologies can be used to make supplies such as utensils, cups, buckets, medical disposables, prosthetic limbs, homes etc. Examples, Case studies and success stories are provided to generate awareness and to involve like-minded people and build a strong community.