#Dimensional Printing Market

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https://www.databridgemarketresearch.com/reports/global-dental-3d-printing-market

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More Art-Related Vocabulary

Abstract Expressionist: An artistic movement of the mid-20th century emphasizing an artist’s freedom to express attitudes and emotions, usually through nonrealistic means.

Age of Exploration (also, Age of Discovery): From the early 15th century to the early 17th century, European ships traveled around the world in search of new trading routes, lands, and partners to supply an ever-growing European market.

Albumen silver print: A photograph made using a process that was prevalent until the 1890s. The paper is coated with albumen (egg whites), and the image is created using a solution of silver salts.

Brayer: A hand roller used for applying ink to relief printing blocks or occasionally for the direct application of paint or ink to a surface.

Caricature: A representation in either literature or visual art that includes a ridiculous distortion or exaggeration of body parts or physical characteristics to create a comic or gross imitation.

Ceramics: Vessels of clay made by using a variety of shaping techniques and then hardening or firing the clay with heat at a high temperature.

Chasing: A term encompassing two processes in metalworking: (a) modeling decorative patterns on a hand-shaped sheet-metal surface using punches applied to the front, and (b) finishing and refining a cast sculpture.

Classical: Describes a prime example of quality or “ideal” beauty. It often refers to the culture, art, literature, or ideals of the ancient Greek or Roman world, especially that of Greece in the 4th and 5th centuries B.C.

Collage: An art form and technique in which pre-existing materials or objects are arranged and attached as part of a two-dimensional surface.

Color palette: (a) A set of colors that makes up an image or animation, and (b) the group of colors available to be used to create an image.

Composition: The process of arranging artistic elements into specific relationships to create an art object.

Daguerreotype: An early method of photography produced on a silver plate or a silver-covered copper plate made sensitive to light.

Exoticism: Fascination with and exploration and representation of unfamiliar cultures and customs through the lens of a European way of thinking, especially in the 19th century.

Expressionism: A style of art inspired by an artist’s subjective feelings rather than objective or realistic depictions based on observation. Expressionism as a movement is mainly associated with early 20th century German artists interested in exploring the spiritual and emotional aspects of human existence.

Gelatin silver print: A photograph made through a chemical process in which a negative is printed on a surface coated with an emulsion of gelatin (an animal protein) containing light-sensitive silver salts.

Illuminated manuscript: Comes from the Latin words illuminare (to throw light upon, lighten, or brighten), manus (hand), and scriptus from the verb scribere (to write). A handwritten book, usually made from specially prepared animal skins, in which richly colored and sometimes gilded decorations, such as borders and illustrations, accompany the text.

Illuminator: A craftsman or artist who specializes in the art of painting and adorning manuscripts with decorations.

Impressionist: Referring to the style or theories of Impressionism, a theory or practice in painting in which objects are depicted by applying dabs or strokes of primary unmixed colors in order to evoke reflected light. Impressionism was developed by French painters in the late 19th century.

Inking plate: A flat surface used for rolling ink out in preparation for applying ink to a plate or block.

Inscription: A historical, religious, or other kind of record that is cut, impressed, painted, or written on stone, brick, metal, or other hard surface.

Source Art Vocabulary pt. 1

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Sony Aibo on Science et Vie Micro Issue 179 (02-2000)

Translation in English:

Japanese convergence

Twice this year, Sony has marketed its robotic Aibo, a luxurious toy for spoiled children. But the beast could soon change its vocation.

In two, even three years, Aibo, man's best cybernetic friend, could make friends with the Playstation 2! If, currently, the Aibo mainly resembles a gadget for privileged wealthy people, and which we tire of relatively quickly, Sony has other ambitions for future models. His project, in addition to a more affordable price, aims to develop an interface that would allow you to connect your Aibo to another of its great successes: its Playstation game console. Rather clever: with nearly 40% of Sony's profits in 1998 coming from the division which takes care of the video games activity (SCE), the Playstation has become a major business for the Japanese electronics giant.

Aibo on Playstation The Playstation 2 is announced commercially in Japan from March. This new version of the first game console is already making many people dream: not only does it have exceptional computing power, but it is also equipped with sophisticated connectivity. The public's reception promises to be enthusiastic, so this should make it the ideal platform for the Aibo! The latter currently uses an 8 or 32 MB Memory Stick to store its programmed behaviors. Thanks to a remote control which emits sound signals, it is possible to transmit a few simple orders. The next generations should of course go further. Among other things, it would be possible to download a program or a series of instructions created on Playstation 2 directly into the beast.

A multitude of possible applications can be envisaged. For example, an introduction to programming, inspired by the Logo language for children: but instead of moving a "turtle" in the two-dimensional space of a computer screen, it would be the robot that would follow the programmed path.

Another possible application: a "player" could program a route or a mission (forbidding "intruders" from his room, checking the presence in a given place of a person whose "visual signature" or "voice print" the Aibo knows), or even a joust with a friend's Aibo (race, jumping competition or other free figures…). All this could even be accomplished via a virtual Aibo that you move around with the joystick like in some kind of video game, rather than entering lines of code or macros. Once the room had been simply modeled in 3D using primitives (cubes, cylinders, etc.), the virtual robot would then have to be moved around this 3D world, an exact copy of the house, before the Aibo could actually perform the maneuver.

Meet with aibo on: www.world.sony.com/aibo/index.html

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Offices, Associations, Corporations

Klepto Corp., Asiyah Association, both are corporations at their core but they carry different titles (and in terms of who cares less about the well being of their workers they are one and the same).

The term "corporation" refers to every corporation in Eden, but it also refers to the type "corporation".

To understand this better we must look at Offices and Associations first.

Offices

Offices are small businesses, usually run by one person or a small group of people that one take on smaller jobs for easy cash.

Examples are: Kappa Office (specializes in machinery) and Dorothy Office (specializes in delivery work)

Association

When a corporation becomes an Association it means many smaller Offices and corporations melted into a single mega corporation. This can happen at any time and has to be approved by the Pale Garden.

An example is Asiyah Association.

Asiyah Association

"One who tends to the weak."

Asiyah Association is known for creating the best medications on the market. Bones melted? Brain exploded? Asiyah has some pill that can fix that. Do not think that this corporation has a clean plate. Asiyah loves to test their medications and work on their own workers, usually underperforming ones. They also sell their medication for insane prices that the lower class people can barely afford.

Despite focusing on healthcare, Asiyah Association also invented the Dimensional Rift technology. Because of this technology Executioner Gideon wanted his claw to be made by them specifically.

Corporations

"Corporation" refers to every entity on the market. But in this case it refers to the type 'corporation'.

A corporation gets that little "Corp." at the end of it's name when an Office gets so big that they can no longer be called an Office.

Examples are:

Klepto Corp.

"For a live worthy tomorrow."

Klepto Corp. is the largest entity on the market and does all kinds of work (actually just stealing and buying tech from other corporations). They serve as a intermediary for other corporations to get in touch with one another, build public transportations (only their workers get to use those!), plant trees (made of plastic), build air generators (except anywhere in the outer regions). They oversee all offices and suck up 90% of every worker's paycheck because in every fine print of every contract those small words: "property of Klepto Corp." are written.

Briah Corp.

"For your security."

The second largest corporation and the most ruthless one as well. They specialize in military operations and ensuring the safety of their clients.

Briah Corp. does not indulge in the scummy business that Klepto Corp. or Asiyah Association do and mainly focus on protecting their clients and developing new tech and weapons. This also means that during a large scale catastrophe Briah Corp. will only: Go in, safe their client, and leave everyone else to die. And their memberships are not cheap either, not at all.

But for the low cost of an arm and half of your organs you get the service of a corporation that, if you were attacked or harmed by someone, will take revenge for you and offer you the latest medical tech (provided by Asiyah Association).

Wipeout Taskforce "Apollyon"

When it comes to large scale operations and or the ocassional operation against Klepto. Corp, Briah Office's Wipeout Taskforce "Apollyon" is responsible.

Apollyon gets called when a premium client is in high danger and is tasked with saving said client and wiping out any and everyone on the scene, hence "Wipeout Taskforce". After they made sure the client is out of danger they immediately go after the one who put the client in said danger and eliminate them. This only takes a few seconds and happens through a long range missile. Ever since a premium client was attacked by a worker from Klepto Corp. Briah Office and Klepto Corp. have begun trading blows and are on the brink of a military conflict.

Taskforce members are clothed in pale white military suits from head to toe. Their scope like, tactical visor in the middle of their face makes them somewhat look like birds. People used to think of the grim reaper when the word "death" was spoken. These days Apollyon is the only thing that enters the minds of the people when they hear that word.

[disco-elysium-via-polls]

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Once we arrive in Roy's shop, our much greater Perception points us to this rack of clothing.

RACK OF SECOND-HAND UNIFORMS - Wow! A very large red T-shirt with an impressive print stands out from the other garb.

Oh yeah?

Not now. [Leave.]

RACK OF SECOND-HAND UNIFORMS - *Oh* yeah. The print depicts a muscled man striding toward you, a giant sword in each hand, encircled by burning embers. Behind him is a cluster of cabins engulfed in flames. Beneath him are the words: "HJELMDALL BURNING."

Sniff the T-shirt.

"That's a rad Man from Hjelmdall t-shirt you've got there."

"This shirt celebrates a false hero, a guardian of the masculine order."

"How much are you selling this T-shirt for?"

Let go of the T-shirt. [Leave.]

RACK OF SECOND-HAND UNIFORMS - Smells like worn cotton. And a little old sweat there?

PERCEPTION (SMELL) [Medium: Success] - Worn cotton with a side of flea market or trash bin.

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "Sniffing is okay," says the shopkeep. "But please don't try anything on. Can't have you leaving your photon emissions in the fabric of things you're not going to buy."

INLAND EMPIRE [Easy: Success] - You're not imagining it. Photon emissions? What is he talking about?

2. "That's a rad Man from Hjelmdall t-shirt you've got there."

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "Hell yeah, man." The shopkeep sounds enthusiastic. "I don't usually carry printed tees, but this one was just such a pure exemplar."

"You must be a serious Man from Hjelmdall fan."

"We have a lot in common. I'm a big fan of the Man from Hjelmdall too."

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "A fan... No, I wouldn't go that far. But I do think the Hjelmdallermann Saga is an integral part of our shared reality."

"Most people don't think that the Man from Hjemdall really existed, but they're *wrong*."

3. "What did you mean the Man from Hjelmdall was real?"

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "I mean -- even if the Man from Hjelmdall didn't exist before the adventure novels, the stories have made it so that he has. It's simple really."

KIM KITSURAGI - "Okay..." He sounds incredulous.

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "You sound sceptical. It's not that complicated. All that's required is a more robust understanding of cause and effect."

"Besides, I've been to Katla, though not quite as far north as the Hjelmdall, and watched the northern lights travel across the sky. Very unique energetic tides there."

CONCEPTUALIZATION [Medium: Success] - His theory isn't exactly *incoherent*, but its logic does suggest some *unusual* neural activity. Interesting...

INLAND EMPIRE [Easy: Success] - Very, *very* unique energies indeed. Geomagnetic ley lines, one might even say.

4. "This shirt celebrates a false hero, a guardian of the masculine order."

BIRD'S NEST ROY - He drums his fingers on the counter. "I doubt the real Man from Hjelmdall was as poor a role model as the one in the popular literature."

"But, yes, the books are very sexist. In a not-entirely-unenjoyable way."

5. "How much are you selling this T-shirt for?"

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "Two reál."

KIM KITSURAGI - The lieutenant raises his eyebrows. "That's dirt cheap."

"Couldn't you just give it to me for free then?"

"Cool, I'll think about it."

BIRD'S NEST ROY - He frowns. "But... why?"

"Because I'm a broke cop without a cent to my name."

"The Man from Hjelmdall is a superstar, I'm a superstar -- it would be perfect!"

"Perhaps I could repay you in some other way?"

"I guess I can't really think of any good reason."

+1 Superstar cop

BIRD'S NEST ROY - He thinks about it. "I suppose that makes sense, yes. Please, go ahead and take it -- Welcome to Hjelmdall."

Item gained: T-Shirt "Man From Hjelmdall"

Huh.

+1 Physical Instrument: Inspiring musculature +1 Shivers: Sprawling saga -2 Authority: Too old for this shirt

The Man from Hjelmdall is standing in front of a burning village, dual-wielding his ever-present zweihänders. His muscles look ready to burst out of the two-dimensional print and into your three-dimensional life.

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "Greetings on this fine night. What brings you here?"

"You do know that it's not really a 'fine night'? The weather is terrible."

"How come you're still open?"

"It's cool that you're still open. Big city vibes."

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "Is it?" He turns his head to the right and then to the left, as if looking for non-existent windows. "Spring is capricious, yes."

2. "It's cool that you're still open. Big city vibes."

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "The pawnshop is always open."

We have a couple of new dialogue options.

"I'm looking for something that plays a tape. For police business."

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "Yeah, we still have those boomboxes on the shelves."

4. "Do you know anything about the traffic menace on the loose?"

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "Traffic... I'm sorry, officer, but I don't drive."

"Wait, why don't you drive?"

"But didn't you hear it when the traffic menace drove over your roof?"

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "I just don't like it very much. Movement on the road never really gelled well with the movement of my thoughts."

"But didn't you hear it when the traffic menace drove over your roof?"

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "Now that I think about it, I do remember hearing a thunderous noise the other night -- some kind of powerful electric vortex hitting the shop and then moving on..."

+5 XP

KIM KITSURAGI - "That sure narrows down our list of suspects."

"A vortex? Sounds fascinating."

"Does that mean you don't have any idea who the driver was?"

"I can understand how you would mistake Jacob Irw for a powerful electric vortex."

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "Jacob Irw? The great TipTop champion? Yes, yes..."

KIM KITSURAGI - His forehead creases. "Do you think it may have been... Jacob Irw who drove over your roof?"

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "It's a logical explanation. I felt within that thunderous crash a soul plunged into chaos."

3. [Electrochemistry - Challenging 12] Is Roy high -- and if yes, what is he on?

Our conversation about the shirt has given us a *lot* of new bonuses to this.

+2 Roy's prices are strange. +1 Roy doesn't really sleep. +2 Odd brain activity. +1 Composure noticed psychedelics. +1 Strange tie incident.

ELECTROCHEMISTRY [Challenging: Success] - Feeling warm and enthralled by the movement of light, while the mind continues to race forward? Lucky bastard -- he's probably on Pyrholidon. It's tough to come by on the street.

Pyrholidon? What is that?

ELECTROCHEMISTRY - A drug developed by the military to treat and prevent radiation sickness. It has psychedelic side-effects. *And* it makes your eyes turn yellow!

"Is it just me, or is it really warm in here?" (Look around.)

(Step closer.) "Sir, could you take off your sunglasses? I'd like to check your eyes."

(Get straight to the point.) "So, where does a man get Pyrholidon these days?"

BIRD'S NEST ROY - He tilts his head. "I try to keep the shop at a comfortable temperature."

EMPATHY [Easy: Success] - There's a note of indignation in his voice. Interesting.

ESPRIT DE CORPS [Medium: Success] - Those triangle patches on his vest... you have a feeling they *mean* something. Like they're similar to the halogen rectangle on your jacket.

(Point at his clothes.) "Say, what's with the triangles on your vest?"

"It's pretty obvious that you're under the influence, sir."

"No judgement -- just curious. I probably did loads of Pyrholidon before I lost my memory."

"Chill out, man -- I'm a chill out cop who just wants some of what you're having." (Wink.)

BIRD'S NEST ROY - He hesitates. "I was... I was with the Emergency Relief Brigade. You know, after the People's Pile disaster." He coughs, as if to mark his words.

"Had to take Pyrholidon for radiation sickness. That's what you were hinting at just now, wasn't it?"

PAIN THRESHOLD [Easy: Success] - He's taking it for mental and emotional, not physical pain these days.

"The People's Pile? What's that?"

"Tell me more about this Emergency Relief Brigade you were part of."

"It must have been tough -- radioactive clean-up."

"How did you end up running a pawnshop?"

"Thank you for telling me." (Conclude.)

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "A bad idea. Some poor leftists built a particle decay generator in hopes of bringing affordable electricity to under-served communities. It malfunctioned. Radioactive waste everywhere, probably some of it in *you*, too."

2. "Tell me more about this Emergency Relief Brigade you were part of."

BIRD'S NEST ROY - He points at the white triangle on his orange safety jacket. "We were an all-volunteer force, self-organized. Tried to help fire brigades contain the spill."

PERCEPTION (SIGHT) [Medium: Success] - On the patch -- gamma radiation lines crossed with a red drop of blood.

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "I lived by the river since I was a small boy. The Esperance... didn't have the heart to let it all go to shit without trying to *do* something, to help out."

"There wasn't much the volunteer force could do, however. We wasted years in the river mud. Years getting sick..." He looks at the spiralling light and stops.

3. "It must have been tough -- radioactive clean-up."

BIRD'S NEST ROY - He hesitates. "There's a reason why everyone's tried to forget any of it ever happened, and why no one has tried to repair or replace the Pile."

"So much disappointment -- and early deaths, cancer mostly. And we knew all that was coming even as we were *cleaning up* as best we could."

"Whose fault was it that the generator failed?"

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "No one's, everyone's..." He sighs and shakes his head.

EMPATHY [Trivial: Success] - So much bitterness.

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "A bunch of poor people built themselves a primitive nuclear reactor, hoping for the best. What do you think is going to happen?"

4. "How did you end up running a pawnshop?"

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "The clean-up happened fifteen years ago. I was young then. Later my second aunt died, left me this shack and the assorted junk in it."

"So I came to Martinaise. People told me don't go there, it's a *shit-hole*. I said: people, we just had a *nuclear pile meltdown*. I'm gonna get as far from Faubourg as I can. Still in the same city, but..." He shrugs.

5. "Thank you for telling me." (Conclude.)

BIRD'S NEST ROY - He shrugs. "I like theory more than story. Outward movement, not vortices."

+5 XP

ELECTROCHEMISTRY - Yeah... you gotta get in on those vortices, my man.

We *could* now ask Roy for some Pyrholidon. It gives +1 Psyche and -1 Health, so it's not especially useful for us, thought.

9. "I have other business to take care of now." [Leave.]

THOUGHT COMPLETE: THE JAMROCK SHUFFLE

BONUSES: Find better loot in locked containers

SOLUTION: In a way, yes. You *are* treasure hunting. Most officers from Precinct 41 do what is called the Jamrock Shuffle -- cracking open containers. Most of them are from Jamrock or Coal City, the poorest parts of Revachol that also overlap with the network of royal catacombs called Le Royaume, just beneath the streets. As children you would all go underground, hoping to find treasure, and come back with a rat’s tail or a used needle. That playful curiosity must still be in you. Who knows. Maybe one day the Orbe de Montagne, the Holy Scepter, and the Cocaine Skull will all be yours!

SHELF OF BOOMBOXES - The boomboxes wait on the shelves. And your boombox -- that gold and amber Harmon Wowshi -- stares at you longingly with its tape reel eyes.

"Are you sure this is all in working order?"

"Can I just play a tape on one of the boomboxes real quick?"

[12.00] "I want to buy the boombox."

"Can I get a discount on the boombox? A *police* discount."

"That's all." [Leave.]

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "Sorry, man. I can't be giving out freebies. Never have, won't now."

Uh...

Anyway, we want to have this boombox in our possession. For karaoke.

4. "Can I get a discount on this boombox? A *police* discount."

BIRD'S NEST ROY - "A discount? I do have to keep the lights on, man. It's twelve reál."

CONCEPTUALIZATION [Medium: Success] - Remember -- he doesn't like music. He likes *sounds*. The *Doorgunner Megamix* is his type of tape! Certainly he'd give you a discount if he knew you'd play something so *experimental*.

[stormears]

Do you ever thought of writing g your original novel?(I’m in process of making one right now.$

I am 99% sure I answered a question like this in the last few months, but I can't find it by searching...so I'll uhh...recap.

In short, I used to want to publish a novel as a teen and a little bit as a college student but discovered I simply like fanfiction much more. The "transformation" aspect of changing an already existing thing is more enjoyable to me than creating one entirely from scratch.

I feel kind of repulsed by the requirements to make it in the traditional publishing sphere, hell even the self-publishing sphere. I do not want to do boatloads of desperate social media marketing and happy smiling and mingling and begging and booktok-ing to get my book seen. Online book discourse also tells me there's way too many hateful, picky and low-attention span readers out there who'd make sure to tell me how much my book literally fucking sucks and is literally problematic lmao

So... I don't envy you having to enter that ring in the future. I guess we both could just write a book and get 20 copies printed by some one-week-turnaround printing service just to have the product in our hands. That's as much as I'd be willing to do.

For the 'have I ever thought about an original novel' here's my...original novel attempts.

From ages 11-15-ish I completed a novel(?) about dragons getting together to go on a multi-book-spanning quest. 120ish double spaced pages, idk the word count. It was pretty bad. The dragon OCs are mostly one-dimensional and much of the setting was stolen from Zelda games and Princess Mononoke. I had a lot of notes/art pieces/ideas for the series, but never wrote much past Book 1.

From ages 15-17ish I wrote maybe one-third of a book about winged people living in floating cities, and the two MCs who fly down to earth and find it to be mostly a devastated wasteland. There are talking animals and a meager human population all of whom want to find a want to find a way to reach/plunder the floating cities once they find out about them.

In college I wrote...idk 4-5 chapters...of a fantasy book about a girl who flees to Generic Fantasy Kingdom while hiding her mom and twin sister in some secret room in an inn For Reasons. She becomes a professional portrait painter(?) for nobles and has a knack for lying. So she blackmails people everywhere to gain leverage/money until damn near everyone in the castle hates her. At the end it's discovered that the kingdom is keeping a dragon underground and the girl accidentally finds the dragon's 3 eggs hatching and they imprint onto her. Them coming into her care was an accident, she COULD return them...but doesn't. She also discovers her sister was in an incestuous relationship with their dad before they left their home country, prompting the MC to abandon her family and run away with her new dragon babies to another neighboring kingdom and basically be on their side for the upcoming war.

In my head it was an interesting progression to watch the MC go from pitiable kicked-puppy to smart clever court lady to manipulative selfish bitch who has like 1 friend and is known as a "lying, cowardly fucking rat" (not really an exaggeration). She was supposed to become less and less sympathetic as the story went on.

Since I started writing at age 11 or so I've written those projects, or at least started them...and also wrote around 500k words of fanfiction.

[sgkprinters]

What is the Demand for the Printing Industry?

The printing industry has undergone a profound transformation in recent years, adapting to the challenges and opportunities presented by the digital age. Once considered a traditional and stable sector,

the printing industry is now a dynamic field shaped by technological advancements, changing consumer behaviors, and evolving market demands. This article explores the current state of the printing industry, delving into the demand factors that drive its growth and adaptation.

I. Historical Perspective:

To understand the current demand for the printing industry, it is essential to trace its historical evolution. Traditionally, printing was dominated by analog processes, including letterpress and offset printing. These methods were instrumental in disseminating information through newspapers, magazines, and books. However, the advent of digital technologies, particularly the internet, marked a paradigm shift in communication and information dissemination.

II. Technological Advancements:

a. Digital Printing: The rise of digital printing technologies has been a game-changer for the industry. Digital printing allows for shorter print runs, variable data printing, and quicker turnaround times. This flexibility has made it more cost-effective for businesses to produce personalized and on-demand print materials, catering to niche markets and individualized consumer preferences.

b. 3D Printing: In recent years, 3D printing has emerged as a revolutionary technology with implications across various industries. While not traditionally associated with the printing sector, 3D printing enables the production of three-dimensional objects layer by layer. This technology has found applications in prototyping, manufacturing, healthcare, and even construction, expanding the horizons of the printing industry.

III. Market Trends and Dynamics:

a. Packaging: The demand for printed packaging has witnessed substantial growth, driven by the e-commerce boom and the increasing need for visually appealing product packaging. Printers play a crucial role in creating eye-catching labels, boxes, and packaging materials that enhance brand visibility and influence consumer purchasing decisions.

b. Sustainable Printing: Environmental concerns have become a significant factor influencing consumer behavior and corporate practices. The printing industry has responded by embracing sustainable practices, including the use of eco-friendly inks, recycled paper, and energy-efficient printing processes. Sustainable printing has become a key selling point for businesses aiming to reduce their ecological footprint.

c. Personalization: Consumers today seek personalized experiences in all aspects of their lives, including print materials. The printing industry has capitalized on this trend by offering customized products, such as personalized books, calendars, and promotional materials. Variable data printing allows for the incorporation of individualized content, addressing the growing demand for unique and tailored printed items.

IV. Print vs. Digital: Finding the Balance

a. Coexistence of Print and Digital: While digital technologies have transformed communication, print media has not become obsolete. Instead, there is a growing recognition of the complementary roles played by print and digital formats. Print materials offer a tangible and tactile experience that digital content cannot replicate. Businesses and marketers are increasingly adopting integrated strategies that leverage both print and digital channels to reach a broader audience.

b. Print in the Digital Marketing Mix: Printed materials continue to hold a significant place in marketing strategies. Direct mail, brochures, and promotional materials remain effective in conveying a brand’s message and establishing a physical connection with consumers. The unique qualities of print, such as texture and color depth, contribute to creating memorable and impactful marketing collateral.

V. Challenges and Opportunities:

a. Economic Factors: The printing industry is not immune to economic fluctuations. Economic downturns can lead to reduced advertising budgets, impacting the demand for printed marketing materials. On the other hand, economic recovery and growth can stimulate business activities, prompting increased investment in print advertising and promotional campaigns.

b. Digital Competition: The rise of digital alternatives poses a challenge to the printing industry. Online platforms, social media, and digital advertising offer cost-effective and highly targeted ways to reach audiences. Printers must adapt by offering unique value propositions, such as high-quality printing, specialty finishes, and personalized services that differentiate them from digital alternatives.

c. Technological Disruption: While technological advancements present opportunities, they also pose challenges for traditional printing methods. As 3D printing and digital technologies continue to evolve, printers must invest in updating their equipment and skills to stay competitive. Embracing automation and artificial intelligence in print workflows can enhance efficiency and reduce costs.

VI. Future Outlook:

a. 3D Printing’s Role: The integration of 3D printing into mainstream manufacturing processes is expected to reshape the printing industry further. From producing prototypes to creating custom products on-demand, 3D printing holds the potential to revolutionize the way goods are designed and manufactured.

b. Augmented Reality (AR) and Print: Augmented Reality has the potential to merge the physical and digital worlds, offering interactive and immersive experiences. Print materials augmented with AR can provide additional layers of information, making them more engaging for consumers. This integration may open new avenues for creativity and innovation in the printing industry.

c. Continued Emphasis on Sustainability: As environmental concerns continue to gain prominence, the printing industry’s commitment to sustainability is likely to grow. Printers may increasingly adopt eco-friendly practices, and consumers may show a preference for products with environmentally conscious printing processes.

Conclusion:

The printing industry‘s demand is intricately tied to technological advancements, market trends, and evolving consumer preferences. While challenges persist, the industry has demonstrated resilience by embracing innovation and adapting to changing dynamics.

As we move forward, the coexistence of traditional and digital printing methods, coupled with a commitment to sustainability and personalized experiences, will shape the future of the printing industry. The key lies in finding the right balance between technological innovation and timeless print qualities to meet the diverse demands of a rapidly evolving landscape.

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Reading Notes 1: Marx and Engels to Althusser to Benjamin

Marx and Engles argue that the division of mental and material labor are both dispensed by that of the ruling class. Because the ruling class owns the means of production, they can provide the mental ideas for the working class to continue the reproduction of the societal fabric that keeps the ruling class in power. The division of mental labor manifests within the working class in forms of media and narratives pushed by the ruling class. These ideals, sometimes unknowingly manifest into a false consciousness. Meaning that the working class accepts the ruling ideals without realizing they are not in their own self interest. Material labor is carried out by the proletariat through the influence of power by the ruling class. The working class carries out the production but does not own the means of profit.

The state apparatus refers to the structural design of the societal system that keeps the ruling class in power and dispenses its ideals to the working class through coercion and force. Althusser explains that these state apparatuses appear through education in school, religion, and the media. The ideological apparatus appears through these same sources, but they are less of a method of force rather than a reinforcement of the reproduction that needs to be done by the working class for the ruling class to maintain their social order.

Reproduction of art has existed in many different forms according to Benjamin. Ancient Greeks used stamps to reproduce themes on artworks and coin making. However, these more rugged forms of reproduction were blown out of the water with the highly marketable invention of the printing press. The ability to reproduce works of art in mass production caused whole markets for these objects as art pieces to be highly commodified in society. Through innovative advancement, the original “uniqueness” of art pieces have been destroyed through material production. This is because the original object is stripped of its historical and traditional roots and turned into a one-dimensional reproduction of the original piece. 

Bibliography

1) Marx, Karl, and Frederick Engels. 2010. “The Ruling Class And The Ruling Ideas.” In The German Ideology, 59-60. Vol. 5. N.p.: Lawrence & Wishart.

2) Althusser, Louis. 2006. “Ideology and Ideological State Apparatuses (Notes towards an Investigation).” In The Anthropology of the State, 91-93. N.p.: Blackwell Publishing Ltd.

3) Benjamin, Walter. 2009. “THE WORK OF ART IN THE AGE OF MECHANICAL REPRODUCTION.” In FILM THEORY AND CRITICISM Introductory Readings, 668-670. N.p.: Oxford University Press.

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Manufacturability Design in Rapid Prototyping

Quickly producing physical models or prototypes with additive manufacturing technologies like 3D printing, CNC machining, or other sophisticated fabrication techniques is known as Rapid Prototyping China. With this method, designers may test their ideas, evaluate functionality, and spot problems in their designs early on, which cuts down on development expenses and time-to-market.

Manufacturability-focused design (DFM)

DFM is a collection of best practices and standards for improving a product's design so that it can be manufactured more easily. DFM concepts are as important at the rapid prototyping stage, even though they are typically linked with mass production. Engineers may minimize problems and streamline the prototype process by taking manufacturing restrictions into account early in the design phase.

Essential DFM Takeaways for Quick Prototyping

Material Choice

Select materials that work well with the quick prototyping method you've chosen.

Depending on the planned use, take into account the material's strength, flexibility, and heat resistance.

Complexity of Geometry

Simplify designs to save money and time during manufacture.

Reduce overhangs and complex features, which might be difficult to create using some fast prototyping techniques.

Accuracy and Tolerance

Recognize the dimensional accuracy constraints of the fast Rapid Prototype technique that you have selected.

To guarantee the required precision in the finished prototype, design with the proper tolerances.

Assisting Frameworks

To avoid deformations during fabrication, especially in 3D printing, take into account the essential support structures in the design.

Reduce post-processing work and material waste by optimizing support structures.

Assembly Considerations

Create components that are simple to test and dismantle for adjustments.

When it's feasible, reduce the amount of components to expedite the prototype process.

Time Efficiency Gains from Using DFM in Rapid Prototyping

Designers may expedite the whole prototype phase by avoiding several revisions and delays by addressing manufacturability problems early on.

Lowering of Expenses

During the fast prototype stage, optimal design decisions result in cost savings through effective material consumption and less waste.

Better Cycles of Iterations

Faster design iterations are made possible by the prompt discovery and resolution of manufacturability difficulties, which enable more extensive testing and refinement.

Improved Prototyping Caliber

By keeping DFM principles in mind, you may minimize unforeseen difficulties during testing and validation by ensuring that the final Rapid prototyping manufacturer closely resembles the planned design.

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Revolutionizing Rap Marketing: How QR Codes Are Transforming the Music Industry

QR code marketing is a powerful tool that can be used to promote music for rap artists. QR codes are a type of two-dimensional barcode that can be scanned using a smartphone camera. When scanned, the code will take the user to a specific webpage, such as a music video or artist website. Here are some ways QR codes can be used to promote music for rap artists:

On flyers and posters: QR codes can be printed on flyers and posters promoting an artist's music. When someone scans the code, they can be taken directly to the artist's music video or website to learn more about the artist and their music.

On merchandise: QR codes can be printed on merchandise such as t-shirts and hats. Fans can scan the code to be taken to the artist's music video or website to purchase music or learn more about upcoming shows.

In-store promotions: QR codes can be used to promote an artist's music in-store. Stores can place QR codes near the checkout or on in-store displays. When someone scans the code, they can be taken to the artist's music video or website to learn more about the artist and their music.

Social media: QR codes can be shared on social media platforms such as Instagram and Twitter. Fans can scan the code to be taken directly to the artist's music video or website to purchase music or learn more about upcoming shows.

Live events: QR codes can be displayed on screens during live events such as concerts or festivals. When someone scans the code, they can be taken directly to the artist's music video or website to learn more about the artist and their music.

In conclusion, QR code marketing is an effective way for rap artists to promote their music to fans. By using QR codes on flyers, merchandise, in-store promotions, social media, and live events, artists can increase their reach and exposure to potential fans. QR codes are easy to create and can be used on a variety of promotional materials. By utilizing QR code marketing, rap artists can connect with fans in new and exciting ways, ultimately increasing their fanbase and music sales.

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5D Optical Data Storage: Future of Data Storage Technology

Scientists at the University of Southampton have developed a 5D Optical Data Storage or 5D glass disc. It can store 360 terabytes of data for billions of years. It is the Future of Data Storage Technology

The discs are made of nanostructured glass, and the data is stored and retrieved using femtosecond laser writing.

These discs can store data for up to 13.8 billion years that's over twice the estimated age of the earth. And about equal to the estimated age of our universe.

Essentially the discs are fact made by a laser that can make microscopic edgings in nano glass.

What do they mean by 5D Optical Data Storage?

We think of our universe in terms of the four known and easily perceptible dimensions.

The first three dimensions are XY and Z axis. The fourth dimension is thought of as time these four dimensions combined are in fact referred to as space-time.

Therefore, tiny patterns printed on three layers within the disks depending on the angle, are viewed from these patterns can look completely different.

This may sound like science fiction but it's basically a really fancy optical illusion. In this case, the 5D inside of the disks is the size and orientation in relation to the three-dimensional position of the Nanostructures.

Concept of 5D Optical Data Storage

The concept of being 5D means that one disk has several different images depending on the angle that one views it from and the magnification of the microscope used to view it basically each disk has multiple layers of micro and macro-level images.

Inexpensive

Since glass is great and inexpensive this technology has a very good chance to become widely available in the future.

People are already thinking of uses for this technology everything from storing a massive library of video games to storing the whole of human history and also culture for future civilizations.

Efficiency

By using 5D disk shapes, laser etched into glass disks at a microscopic scale, the University of Southampton has now finally developed the highest storage efficiency in a data storage device to date. The disks also have the longest life span of any data storage device to date.

Investments

Southampton is currently looking for partners to invest in this technology. in hopes of commercializing it in the future of data storage technology. In the end, it could only be a matter of time before this kind of data storage is the norm.

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Customized Clothing Shows Your Different Style!

With the advent of 2019, the former post-90s are now approaching the 30-year-old mark, quietly replacing the post-80s as the main force of market consumption. For example, in last year's Double Eleven consumer groups, the post-90s accounted for nearly 50%, which is a very high proportion. With the change of the main consumption force, the market consumption structure is also changing, and the clothing customization market is also expanding rapidly. Custom personalized clothing has become a new choice for the post-90s generation. The post-90s are synonymous with flaunting individuality and rejecting mediocrity. Therefore, for post-90s, customizing their own clothing and items has become the norm. Today, the editor will briefly introduce custom clothing.

In clothing customization, whether it is personal customization of personalized clothing or group customization of group clothing, the quality of clothing is very demanding. Good-quality fabrics and printing can make the texture of clothes more advanced and prolong the life of clothing, while poor-quality fabrics and printing can easily peel off during cleaning and cause clothing to deform. Therefore, we need to pay great attention when choosing fabrics, printing processes and manufacturers.

In terms of fabric selection for customized personalized clothing, the more expensive the better, the more expensive the fabric has its advantages, but not all fabrics are suitable for custom clothing. For example, to customize personalized T-shirts, you can choose Tianzhu cotton, high-count cotton, ring-spun cotton, etc. These kinds of fabrics are all soft, sweat-absorbing and breathable fabrics.

Custom personalized clothing is not the more advanced the better in the choice of printing process, but to choose the most suitable printing method according to the characteristics of the custom pattern. For example, screen printing is a relatively common printing process for clothing customization. The ink layer is thick, the three-dimensional effect is strong, and the color is bright, which is very suitable for customizing personalized clothing. Customize clothing to show different personalities, enjoy your beautiful youth, and create different groups to increase cohesion!

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Ok I am a tailor, so let's talk about this. I see a few common points being raised in response.

Even at the low prices (most) real alterations workers offer, any additional expense is unaffordable.

This is very true. To address (1.b) of "the supplies are cheap, learn to do it yourself", that's also not a universal solution - I advocate constantly for anyone who can to learn the basics of sewing, but even if I consider it a very learnable skill, that is a baseline of time, energy, and fine motor skills not everyone has. But let's be honest with ourselves, even if we do figure out how to 3D print clothing (I'll get to that), a capitalistic society isn't going to make that affordable or more custom. Maybe for a little while until it's undercut the craft clothing market, and then it'll be the same ill-fitting one-style-close-enough, prohibitively expensive situation we have now.

Additionally, depending on where you live alterations services might not be cheap or readily available. Around the 40s and 50s, off-the-rack fashion really took off with the advent of the department store and the mail-order catalog. At that time, everyone with a vagina was expected to know how to sew by their mid teens at latest, and tailoring shops were abundant for more specialty work. Heading through the 60s and 70s, the idea of the housewife and her skill set had been eroded and it was no longer a given that half the population would know how to sew, but custom fitted clothing was going out of vogue outside of couture. By the 90s, custom fitting is synonymous with luxury, people don't get clothing altered, they wear things as they came and diet culture is thriving off that, trying to sell everyone on a universal shape. So now many areas used to that model don't even have readily available tailors, supply and demand, the ones who are around can (and must) charge more.

2. It'd be better than now! It'd end clothing being made in sweatshops!

Extremely incorrect. Firstly, there is never going to be a level of automation that doesn't require humans on site to maintain and monitor the machinery. Secondly, I think those making this point misunderstand why and how sweatshops happen - it's not because it's the only way to make the product affordable or something, it's because a region has an utter lack of worker protections and a poor population (because of sociopolitical sabotage to keep it that way) so the companies that want to produce something can pay slave wages to make their stuff there and sell it in a wealthier country for a premium. Printing clothing won't make the sweatshop go away, it'll just push those people into a different kind of sweatshop.

3. The very concept of 3D printing custom-made, perfectly fitted clothing

I don't think you understand how complicated fitted clothing construction is. I understand why, but there is a reason the level of automation we have in clothing production now still requires humans hand-crafting somewhere along the line - it is some complex ass geometry to make that happen.

What you're looking at to print a fully fitted garment is firstly for a company to take a fully body scan of you to know every curvature of your body (why the fuck would you want that), and then... what material are you imagining? Do you want to wear a thin plastic sheet melted to shape? (3.b) yes, 3D printers can print material other than plastic, but the material - by virtue of how the printer works - has to be meltable. No natural fiber does that. Are you imagining a machine that weaves a continuous piece of fabric in the exact shape of your body? Not a technology we have, not a 3D printer, and what about zippers, buttons, snaps - any way to get it on and off? We have yet to create a machine that can piece together a three dimensional work of fiber craft, that's why we still have textiles workers.

I'm also a sci-fi fan, I love the idea of the Star Trek replicator - of sucking the very building blocks of reality out of thin air and materializing it into whatever we want in the exact shape, color, texture, temperature, etc we want it in. That sounds dope as fuck. That is science fiction. 3D printers are not replicators by a miracle mile. Fully 3D printing clothing is, for so many reasons, a tech bro wet dream and nothing more. It's an unachievable solution to the wrong problem.

"3D printing clothes so they can be custom made to fit you" TAILORS THEYRE FUCKING CALLED TAILORS AND THEY DON'T NEED TO WORK WITH MELTED PLASTIC

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Future Automotive Manufacturing Process & Materials by Belrise Industries

The Indian automotive manufacturing industry stands as the fourth-largest in the world by production, employing over 10 million people and contributing 7.1% to India’s GDP in 2022, as well as accounting for 49% of the country’s manufacturing GDP.

The automotive manufacturing sector is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the rise of new technologies and materials that are redefining the way vehicles are made. In the near future, we can expect cars that are lighter, more efficient, and environmentally sustainable. This article examines the key advancements in materials and processes that are shaping the future of automotive manufacturing.

Lighter Materials: Enhancing Efficiency The drive for better fuel efficiency and reduced emissions has led automakers to explore lighter materials. In the past, steel was the dominant material used in vehicle production, but its weight and cost have made it less viable. As a result, alternatives like aluminium, carbon fibre, and composites are being embraced to create lighter and more fuel-efficient vehicles.

Aluminium is becoming a popular choice due to its reduced weight, resistance to corrosion, and ability to enhance fuel efficiency. However, it is more expensive than steel, which affects its cost-effectiveness. Carbon fibre, known for its strength and lightness, is also being increasingly used, although its high production costs have limited its widespread use in mass-market vehicles. Nonetheless, advancements in manufacturing methods are making carbon fibre more accessible, potentially revolutionizing vehicle design.

Composites, a blend of materials such as fibreglass, carbon fibre, and resin, are also gaining traction in the industry. These materials offer exceptional strength-to-weight ratios and allow manufacturers to design vehicles with greater flexibility. From aerodynamically optimized exteriors to innovative interiors, composites are enabling designers to push the boundaries of automotive innovation.

Efficient Manufacturing Processes: Driving Innovation Beyond the use of lighter materials, automakers are also adopting more efficient manufacturing processes to streamline production and increase productivity. Automation, 3D printing, and additive manufacturing are some of the groundbreaking techniques reshaping the industry.

Automation is rapidly growing in importance, with the automotive industry in India expected to see a 20% increase in automation within the next five years. By using robots and machines to perform tasks traditionally carried out by humans, automation improves efficiency, reduces costs, and ensures consistent quality in production.

3D printing, or additive manufacturing, has gained momentum in the automotive sector. This technology uses computer-aided design (CAD) models to create three-dimensional objects layer by layer. It is particularly useful for producing prototypes, molds, and even final parts, offering unmatched precision and flexibility in manufacturing.

Additive manufacturing enables the creation of complex and customized parts that would be difficult to produce using conventional methods. This process allows for the production of lightweight, optimized components while minimizing material waste, making it an essential part of future automotive manufacturing.

Sustainable Materials: Fostering Environmental Responsibility In response to growing consumer demand for sustainability and stricter government regulations, the automotive industry is exploring environmentally friendly materials. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has implemented guidelines for using recycled materials in automotive components, including bumpers, dashboards, and door panels. These standards promote the use of recycled content in various parts to help reduce the industry’s environmental impact.

Bio-based plastics, made from renewable resources like corn, sugarcane, and soybeans, are emerging as an eco-friendly alternative to traditional plastics. These materials offer the same strength and durability as conventional plastics but with the added benefit of biodegradability and compostability. By incorporating bio-based plastics into vehicle production, automakers can significantly reduce their environmental footprint.

Additionally, the use of recycled materials, such as plastics, metals, and fibers, is gaining popularity in the automotive sector. Automakers are increasingly integrating recycled content into their production processes, reducing waste and conserving valuable resources.

The Future of Automotive Manufacturing: Key Trends and Implications Looking ahead, several key trends are set to define the future of automotive manufacturing:

The growing use of lighter materials, including aluminium, carbon fibre, and composites, will continue to improve fuel efficiency, performance, and safety. Lighter vehicles help reduce emissions and enhance handling while maintaining structural integrity.

The integration of efficient manufacturing processes, such as automation, 3D printing, and additive manufacturing, will increase productivity and reduce costs. These technologies enable faster prototyping, more customization, and the production of complex components.

The adoption of sustainable materials, including bio-based plastics and recycled materials, will be driven by consumer demand and regulatory requirements. Automakers are focusing on reducing their carbon footprint and minimizing waste throughout the manufacturing process.

Conclusion The automotive manufacturing industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation, driven by advancements in materials and manufacturing processes. Lighter materials like aluminium, carbon fibre, and composites are improving fuel efficiency and vehicle performance. The adoption of automation, 3D printing, and additive manufacturing is streamlining production and boosting productivity. Meanwhile, the growing use of sustainable materials, such as bio-based plastics and recycled content, is helping automakers meet environmental goals.

By embracing these advancements, automakers can deliver vehicles that meet the evolving demands of consumers and regulatory requirements while contributing to a greener future. The future of automotive manufacturing looks brighter than ever, with endless possibilities on the horizon.