About Me

RepRap User: Karol Kolc
University	Penn State
Class of	2016
Major	Aerospace Engineering
Partner	Devin O'Donnell
Printer	Clear Printer

Introduction

During Fall 2014 I am taking the course of EDSGN 497J which is the open source 3-D printing course. Follow me on my blog where I update status on the printer that my team is working on and interesting facts about additive manufacturing and related material.

BLOGS

Blog #1

Here is a picture of the clear printer we will be working this semester

Blog #2

Sample of what technology can prevail in the upcoming future!

Blog #3

As an aerospace engineering student myself, I find it fascinating what can be done to improve the aerospace industry especially in the manufacturing. One of the newest technologies of additive manufacturing can help achieve ways to produce advanced aerospace components by 3D printing. Companies such as GE are taking in huge investments on this new type of technology to limit costs, production control procedures and of course general usability to print materials that are stronger, lighter and cheaper. Having an ideal mindset to make these new components made of new experimental materials that can not only improve aircraft but also change the lifespan of different models. The companies that are running the forefront now will be the primary technology epicenters for the upcoming future where additive manufacturing will become more readily available through cost and testing of different processes. In my prediction, in a short span of 10 years, many components of aircraft especially in cabin components will be 3D printed to make ease in assembly and production.

Sample of what technology can prevail in the upcoming future!

Blog #4

Sample of what technology can prevail in the upcoming future!

Blog #5

A 3d printed jet engine that actually runs!