3D Printing to Save Critters is Becoming North Carolina State’s M.O.
Life can be tough for the creatures that haven’t reincarnated themselves to full-human status, yet. Without opposable thumbs and kick-ass forebrains, it’s almost impossible to invent new technologies or even perform basic medical care. And, so, animals are left hobbling around with fractured fins and broken beaks. Researchers at North Carolina State University’s Laboratory for Additive Manufacturing and Logistics know that nature’s cute critters are vulnerable and need humans to provide them with tender lovin’ care. So, in their pursuit of AM applications over the past ten years, they’ve saved more than a few animal lives.
