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PENTOS
You can always use an old cup or just throw your
pen haphazardly in a drawer, but this little guy will
shoulder your writing utensil in a much more stylish
and eye-catching way. It’s also good for holding
things such as rings, flash drives, multi-tools, or
anything else you can balance in this little guy’s
capable hands. Keep in mind that this isn’t made
of iron, however. Attempting to balance things like
textbooks or laptops will lead to an inevitable and
unfortunate crunch.
3D printing has become one of the most talked about technology advancements of the 21st century, and
with it you can print anything from a trendy keychain to a functional jet turbine. You too can now make use
of this fantastic technology! Right here, on the Southeast Missouri State University campus, we have a newly
offered 3D Printing service that will let you print almost anything for a small service fee. Funded by the
Heather MacDonald Green Multimedia Center and located at Kent Library room 329, dedicated support are
always available to get you printing like a pro in no time at all. Here are some fun and functional printable
objects that would be beneficial to any member of campus in their day-to-day activities.
Collapsible Coffee Sleeve
In 2015, a gallop poll reported that 64% of
Americans drink at least one cup of coffee per
day. With nearly 320 million people in the U.S.,
there should be a big market for this gadget.
Coffee sleeves prevent the burning of hands
and fingers, and this collapsible sleeve is both
stylish and practical for your morning cup of
joe. It’s also collapsible, so it can slip right in
your bag or pocket, when not in use. Print it out
in your favorite color and sip on!
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FANTASTIC PLASTIC
3D Prints to aid in your Daily Life By Jacob Hill, User Services
Ice Scraper
Missouri winters are nothing to take lightly,
and more often than not, you’ll find yourself
scraping snow and ice from your car before
you can be on your way. Don’t be caught empty
handed in this situation; the handy minimalist
ice scraper is a fantastic tool to keep in your
bag or vehicle so you are always prepared for
whatever Old Man Winter has to throw at you
this season.
printed-ice-scraper-car-windshield
Headphone Holder
Your headphones are an integral part of your daily
arsenal for success, so why not treat them as such?
Loose headphones get knotted, worn and eventually
break, leading to a bad day for many. This neat carrying
case allows you to quickly and efficiently store a
wide variety of earbud models, preventing them from
becoming tangled and frayed in your pockets. You can
also use it for storing charging cords and other small
cables, so you’ll never be in a powerless situation around
campus again.
scraper-car-windshield
Grocery Bag Holders
This object is one of those things that’s so simple,
its brilliant. A humble design that lets you hold
grocery bags demonstrates the practical creativity
that 3D printers can cultivate. These neat little
handles will help you get all of your groceries into
your room or home with one trip, and reduce bag
breakage by spreading the weight evenly along the
length of the handle. It’s one of those things you
never know how much you use until you have one,
then you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it.
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