Some cool rapid cnc machining China images:
ready to print
Image by Pedro Moura Pinheiro
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This is a Makerbot Industries CupCake CNC open source 3D printer, being demoed at Codebits 2009 by the AltLab crew.
Rapid prototyping machines such as these have existed for some time, but they were the domain of big corporations. Now, any enthusiast can build one to have at home! The future is going to be very interesting.
Subtractive vs Additive Processes
Image by Ѕolo
CNC Machining: start with a large solid block and remove material to create your part.
3D Printing/Rapid Prototyping: create the part by binding loose material layer by layer.
Two great tastes that taste great together.
Machined aluminum brick from Bram, printed Alumide brick from me via Shapeways.