What are the flavors of 3D printing?
Who can I turn to on YouTube when I want to learn more?
What 3D printers do you “currently” recommend?
What filaments do you recommend?
How do I obtain 3D-printed devices if I don’t have a 3D printer?
Where should I look for things to print?
Here’s a compilation of some of the best sites to visit if you’re looking for AT designs.
The first two sites are repositories of 3D models in general. You’ll need to search specifically for assistive devices, but they have hundreds of designs.
The remaining sites focus entirely on assistive technology.
I’d like to see Makers Making Change become the preeminent site for DIY, 3D-printed assistive technology. Mostly because, of the sites devoted to assistive technology, MMC is the only organization with a budget and a staff to curate their models. They have a grant from the Canadian government to do what they’re doing. If Bill Binko of AT Makers was hit by a bus tomorrow, that organization would have a really hard time staying afloat. If I was even frightened by a passing bus, Volksswitch would go under immediately!
If you get into modeling assistive technology, I encourage you to post your designs at least to Thingiverse and Makers Making Change to share with others. Use one of the Creative Commons licenses to ensure that the people who need your creation aren’t discouraged by a price tag.