FATHOM is challenging all designers and engineers to think differently about how they design and manufacture products today by leveraging the unlimited design freedom made possible through additive manufacturing. From prototypes to production, the winning submission selected by a panel of judges in FATHOM’s Make the Unmakeable Challenges of 2015 will demonstrate an original way 3D printing can enhance the product development process.
Throughout 2015, FATHOM will be holding three different challenges, all hosted through GrabCAD. The winners of each of the three challenge competitions will be assessed and evaluated by the judges for the grand prize, which will be announced in September 2015. The ultimate Make the Unmakeable champion will win a uPrint SE FDM-based 3D printer from FATHOM.
Challenge 1 of 3: Creative Solutions For New Year’s Resolutions
Every New Year’s Eve, nearly half the population sets resolutions for self-improvement. Whether it’s logging those 10,000 steps per day or finally signing up for that volunteer program, people have the best intentions in mind. By the end of January, though, only 64% of people who set resolutions are still on track, and halfway through the year, that number drops to 46% (source).
How can you help people follow through with their resolutions, or even get back in the game if they’ve already slipped?
Capitalizing on the design freedom of additive manufacturing, the task is to invent a product (or innovate an existing one) that will help people improve their lives and hold true to the promises they’ve made to themselves.
Here are five of the most common resolutions people reported for 2015:
–Lose weight / stay fit and health
–Get organized
–Spend less / save more
–Quit smoking
–Spend more time with family
What are some challenges you face? How about the challenges your family and friends face? How could you solve or improve these challenges with 3D printing?
Requirements
- You must include:
– STEP, IGS file;
– STL file;
– Visual presentation with renderings of design with clear and concise explanations;
– Description on how your design is the best solution and why it is the winning design for this Challenge (300-500 words preferred but not required). - Designs will be judged with the following in mind:
– Design Freedom: Exploration into unique geometries that can only be made using 3D printing and additive manufacturing;
– Structural Optimization: Exploration into how 3D printing and additive manufacturing can improve upon lean and efficient design;
– Advanced Manufacturing: Exploration into how 3D printing and additive manufacturing can increase the efficiency of how products are manufactured today.
– Native CAD file is encouraged.
– Video submissions are encouraged. - Technical requirements:
– Consider scales and options as the winning design will be 3D printed at one of FATHOM’s production centers — could be built on any of our machines, from the FDM-based Fortus 900mc with a build tray size of 36 x 24 x 36 in. to the PolyJet-based Objet500 Connex3 with a build tray size of 19.7 x 15.7 x 7.9 in. and a wide range of multimaterial options library
– For all assembly submissions, follow guidelines specified in Rhino and SolidWorks(White Papers by FATHOM:
o Preferred file naming convention for single material builds should identify project name,
technology, material, and color (if applicable);
o Preferred file naming convention for multi-material or multi-technology builds should
identify project name, material, and color;
o Single files should be organized in folders that identify technology.) -
Rules
- BY REGISTERING FOR THE COMPETITION, YOU ACCEPT THE CONDITIONS STATED IN THE OFFICIAL RULES (http://blog.grabcad.com/make-unmakeable-challenge-official-rules/), agree to be bound by the decisions of the judges and warrant that you are eligible to participate in the competition. If you do not accept all of these official rules, then please do not register for the competition. We recommend that you print a copy of these official rules for your future reference.Must be 18 years of age or older to participate. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited.THESE OFFICIAL CHALLENGE RULES SUPERSEDE OUR GENERAL GRABCAD CHALLENGE RULES AND TERMS & CONDITIONS.
- This Challenge starts on February 24, 2015 and ends on April 6, 2015.
- The winners will be announced by May 4, 2015.
Winner of Challenge #1
– $2,500 credit for 3D printing services from FATHOM production centers (includes PolyJet, FDM, and SLS technologies, excludes model finishing);
– Extensive press coverage through industry-leading publications;
– Featured in the FATHOM trade show booth at highly publicized events located all across the United States;
– The winners of each of the three (3) challenge Competitions will be assessed and evaluated by the Judges for the grand and ultimate prize, which will be announced in September 2015: the ultimate Make the Unmakeable champion will win a (uPrint SE 3D printer by Stratasys) from FATHOM (value $15,900);
– Custom 3D printed trophy designed and 3D printed by FATHOM.10 Runner Up Prizes- $100 USD cash;
– 20% discount promo code for SmartQuote, FATHOM’s online tool for 3D printing quotes and orders;
– Custom FATHOM thank you package (t-shirt and other branded items);
– Press coverage through industry-leading publications;10 Honorable Mention Prizes- 20% discount promo code for SmartQuote, FATHOM’s online tool for 3D printing quotes and orders.
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