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3D-Printed Lawn Mowers

This Lawn Mower Was Built Using a Custom-Made 3D Printer

— January 8, 2015 — Tech
A South African man by the name of Hans Douche has designed and produced his very own 3D-printed lawn mower using a custom-built 3D printed, dubbed Cheetah, that he eventually hopes to bring to market.

The parts required to assemble the lawn mower were printed out in 0 hours. The wheels, frame, wheel covers, top and motor were printed by the 3D printer itself. The blades, handle, switch and wheel shafts were transplanted over from an old lawn mower.

This gritty-looking white lawn mower may not be the prettiest contraption you'll ever see on anyone's garden, but its grass-cutting abilities have been demonstrated. Most importantly, simply being able to build a 3D-printed lawn mower in your backyard is a pretty mean feat.
Trend Themes
1. 3d-printed Lawn Mowers - The trend of using 3D printing technology to create lawn mowers offers an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the landscaping industry.
2. Custom-built 3D Printers - The trend of building custom 3D printers opens up new opportunities for individuals to design and create innovative products like the 3D-printed lawn mower.
3. DIY Manufacturing - The trend of do-it-yourself manufacturing allows individuals like Hans Douche to create unique and functional products, potentially disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry.
Industry Implications
1. Landscaping - The landscaping industry can potentially be disrupted by the introduction of 3D-printed lawn mowers, offering more efficient and cost-effective solutions for maintaining gardens.
2. 3D Printing - The 3D printing industry can benefit from the demand for custom-built 3D printers, as shown by the creation of the custom 3D printer used to make the 3D-printed lawn mower.
3. Manufacturing - The manufacturing industry could face disruption as the trend of DIY manufacturing grows, allowing individuals to create their own products instead of relying on traditional manufacturing processes.
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