3D Printing for Accessibility

The use of 3D printing technology to create custom assistive devices, tactile materials, and accessible objects for people with disabilities. Applications include tactile graphics and maps, customized grips and handles for people with motor disabilities, braille labels, prosthetic components, adaptive equipment, and tactile picture books. 3D printing is particularly valuable for accessibility because it enables low-cost, customizable, on-demand production of assistive tools that may not be commercially available or that need to be tailored to individual needs.