ModiBots toy line takes advantage of 3D print-on-demand service
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ModiBots can be modified with more than 700 parts (Photo: Wayne Losey)
A ModiBot dinosaur costs more than the others, because prices are based on the volume of the printed object (Photo: Wayne Losey)
Cool weapons and armor can be purchased separately and snapped onto the ModiBot's basic frame (Photo: Wayne Losey)
Different colors and material properties are available, giving the user the freedom to choose how their toy will look (Photo: Wayne Losey)
The ModiBots are created by veteran toy designer Wayne Losey (Photo: Wayne Losey)
Wayne Losey sells his own line of toys and accessories through Shapeways' 3D print-on-demand shop (Photo: Wayne Losey)
Your ModiBots figure comes in pieces which can be assembled in minutes (Photo: Wayne Losey)
Article Summary
The ModiBots, a line of poseable action figures which can be outfitted with all sorts of accessories, sell for around US$15 apiece, which isn't much more than what you'd expect to pay for any other toy at retail. The difference is that these aren't being churned out in massive quantities by a major manufacturer – they're available for purchase online via Shapeways' 3D print-on-demand service. It's an example of how entrepreneurs are taking advantage of 3D printing technology to build new businesses.
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