MyMiniFactory
| Web address | www.myminifactory.com |
|---|---|
Type of site | Sharing platform |
| Registration | Optional |
| Available in | English, French, Spanish, Russian, German |
| Owner | iMakr |
| Created by | Sylvain Preumont |
| Launched | 18 June 2013 |
Alexa rank | 46,024 |
| Current status | Active |
MyMiniFactory is a website dedicated to the free sharing of 3D printable files. The platform is fully curated,[1] which means that every object available on the site has been previously test printed on desktop FDM 3D printers. The object database covers a wide range of different objects sorted in various categories.
History
MyMiniFactory was launched by iMakr in June 2013[2] and has been growing consistently, crossing the 50,000 mark on Alexa Internet[3] by the end of December 2014.
Open Source
MyMiniFactory adheres to open source content creation and distribution models. All 3D files are available to freely download, edit and re upload - after going through the validation and test print process. Through this method users are encouraged to create original as well as derivative content, provide feedback and support to other users, and generally stimulate the proliferation of 3D design and 3D printing technology in a free and open manner. In this vein they have partnered with the likes of Oxfam in an attempt to solve humanitarian problems using open source design and manufacture. [4]
Activity
In addition to sharing files, MyMiniFactory engages with its community of users through various 3D design competitions [5][6] and recently launched MyMiniFactory TV, a streaming platform for 3D designers. MyMiniFactory also innovated through partnerships with various partners such as Royal Mail[7] and Cel Robox, becoming the world's first 3D files library to be integrated to a 3D printer's software.[8]
References
- ↑ Make: 3D Printing: The Essential Guide to 3D Printers By Anna Kaziunas France, Maker Media, Inc., 19 Nov 2013
- ↑ Solidsmack.com, iMakr Opening My Mini Factory to Provide Free 3D Printable Files (and Sell Yours.)
- ↑ Alexa.com
- ↑ policy-practice.oxfam.org.uk, 3D printing takes emergency response to another level
- ↑ 3Dprint.com, MyMiniFactory Sponsoring a 3D Printed GoPro Camera Accessory Design Contest
- ↑ http://3dprintingindustry.com/ Win a B9Creator 3D Printer by Winning the Love of Your Life
- ↑ ibtimes.co.uk Royal Mail to trial in-store 3D printing services in London post office
- ↑ tctmagazine.com Robox 3D printer software integrates MyMiniFactorylibrary