One of the best venues to provide 3D printing services is in public libraries, where many people could take advantage of them to create interesting new things.. In this article, we will discuss a few pieces of advice about having 3D printers in a library.
Start Learning the Basics About US Patent Laws
3D design templates are covered by basic copyright and patent laws. In order to avoid landing in hot water in terms of copyright law, educate yourself on the basics about patents so that you can then educate the people who come to your library to make use of your 3D printers.
Find Out How to Avoid Common Liabilities
Make sure to look up common mistakes that are often done by beginners in the realm of 3D printing and teach your library-goers what they should avoid. According to the American Library Association (ALA), people who could be held liable for accidents such as these include
- the person who invented, printed, and sold the item;
- the company that created and sold the printer, and;
- whoever created the code for the design of the product.
Educate Yourself on How to Do CAD Modeling
CAD modeling is a basic skill you need to learn if you really want to push 3D printing capabilities to the utmost limit. Try taking a course by professional institutions, or reach out to them and ask if they would be willing to hold workshops and courses in your libraries for the benefit of the public.
The Sky’s the Limit with 3D Printing and Libraries
Always update yourself on the latest news regarding the realm of 3D printing, and you should be able to keep yourself and everybody who uses your library out of trouble, all while advancing in the pursuit of knowledge for the benefit of society.
