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Launched by techfortrade in 2012, the aim of the 3D4D Challenge was to unearth new and innovative uses for 3D printing to improve the lives of people in developing nations. By encouraging innovation and inspiring people to think of good uses for this exciting technology, we are helping to relieve poverty around the world.
The international competition attracted applicants from North and South America, Europe, Asia, and East and West Africa. Seven finalists presented their ideas to a panel of expert judges at this year’s 3D Printshow in London on October 19th 2012. The winning entry was Washington Open Object Fabricators (WOOF), which received a prize of $100,000 towards the implementation of its idea. WOOF will use recycled waste plastic to create 3D printed products, such as composting latrines, to help with water sanitation and hygiene in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Keep checking our page to find out how all of the finalists, including the winner, are progressing with their projects. We will also be posting interesting examples of 3D printing and other technologies being used for development.
For more information, see:
http://www.3d4dchallenge.org/
or
http://techfortrade.org/
Follow us on Twitter! @3D4DChallenge
The international competition attracted applicants from North and South America, Europe, Asia, and East and West Africa. Seven finalists presented their ideas to a panel of expert judges at this year’s 3D Printshow in London on October 19th 2012. The winning entry was Washington Open Object Fabricators (WOOF), which received a prize of $100,000 towards the implementation of its idea. WOOF will use recycled waste plastic to create 3D printed products, such as composting latrines, to help with water sanitation and hygiene in Oaxaca, Mexico.
Keep checking our page to find out how all of the finalists, including the winner, are progressing with their projects. We will also be posting interesting examples of 3D printing and other technologies being used for development.
For more information, see:
http://www.3d4dchallenge.org/
or
http://techfortrade.org/
Follow us on Twitter! @3D4DChallenge
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| Oct 22, 2012 | WOOF wins the 3D4D Challenge | Charity 3D printing competition with $100,000 prize announces winner at the 3D Printshow London, 22nd October 2012 - London-based technology charity, techfortrade, is delighted to announce that Washington Open Object Fabricators (WOOF) has ... |
| Sep 7, 2012 | techfortrade names finalists for its first ever charity 3D printing challenge | Seven finalists shortlisted for global 3D4D challenge, celebrating innovation in aid of developing countries London 7th September 2012 – London-based technology charity, techfortrade, is delighted to reveal the finalists of The 3D4D Challen... |
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FAQ about 3D4D Challenge
What has the press written about 3D4D Challenge?
Parsers VC has collected 3 articles mentioning 3D4D Challenge, among them “WOOF wins the 3D4D Challenge” (Oct 22, 2012) and “techfortrade names finalists for its first ever charity 3D printing challenge” (Sep 7, 2012).
Is 3D4D Challenge still active?
Yes, 3D4D Challenge is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Oct 25, 2012.