[HiTech RedNeck]

So far it sounds like mostly a technology to build figures than anything that has to be structurally strong. Of course ingenuity will be able to surmount these issues. Building things out of a hardening epoxy might be one way to do it. Also don’t forget the possibility of home-CNC machining which would be the flip side of 3D printing.

[garjog]

“CNC machining which would be the flip side of 3D printing”

Question, how is CNC different than 3D printing?

[roadcat]

Of course ingenuity will be able to surmount these issues. Building things out of a hardening epoxy might be one way to do it.

There are various print materials currently available, but mostly for higher-end 3D printers.

I've been using baking soda and super-glue to repair items, works better than epoxy. The super-glue I use is MXBON 105, highly refined. This can be used in conjunction with 3D printed items for more strength. Sprinkle or scoop the baking soda in place, and mist with MXBON, converts to a hard plastic.

[jmcenanly]

If you have teh right structure, you can print somsthing that is both strong and light.

[Southack]

There’s a bar in Tokyo that does 3D prints for statues of its customers.

Adding such a personalized 3D figure on top of sports trophies for the end of game ceremony is now possible, too.

Great for Little League kids games!

...and semi-auto clips/magazines on demand (or even entire weapons).