3DP
Our Fenton Robotics 3DP program is one of our many ways we help our community. We design and 3D print helpful devices for children in need, as well as safety tools for all the hard workers out there. We partner with our schools' ASD program to provide general tools as well as special requests for specific kids in need.
How did 3DP start?
Background: Around 90% of our high school and middle school robotics members own 3D printers through our team matching program.
At the FIRST Championship: We shared information about our 3D printer matching program with another coach, who asked how we were using the printers to help our community. That question sparked the idea for 3DP (3D Printing for a purpose).
Impact Now: We continue to grow this program by making new contacts and new devices every day.
Our Creations
LatchMate: An adaptive device for those who have trouble opening latching containers.
Small Object Tester: Helps test small objects to see if they pose a choking risk to younger children
Locker Blocker: Designed to keep children from getting their fingers stuck in the small holes of lockers.
Occusplash: A crowd favorite! This is a portable eye washing device screws onto any disposable water bottle.
Works in Progress:
D.E.L.T.A. Device: An adaptive device that helps radiation oncologysts press
certain buttons on their Varian TrueBeam Linear Accelerator.
Greenhouse Safety Guards: Safety guards that protect people's clothing from getting caught on greenhouse tables.
Fine Motor Devices: Book holders and puzzle pieces.
Senior Home Devices: A playing card holder, wheelchair cupholder, Ziploc bag closer tool, and button hole helper.
Desk Plugs: Made for our local middle school so kids stop messing with the cord ports in the library desks.
Fidgets: We make varying fidgets based on children's needs.