Adrian Bowyer’s presentation about RepRap at Poptech. RepRap is an open source 3D printer that will be able to print copies of itself as well as cups, combs, iPod cases, and any other plasticy things you can dream up.
18 minutes. Link to Video
The project started at the beginning of 2004, and the first object was printed in June 2006. The first complete self replication is supposed to happen later this year. The non-printed parts currently include the electronics, motors, screws, and metal frame pieces. Those parts cost about $500. As RepRap evolves, future generations should become capable of printing those parts as well.
Vik Olliver took his RepRap to OSCON 2007. There is a short video of it in action at YouTube.
