Author: MARKO MARIČEVIĆ
Faculty: Sveučilište u Zagrebu Grafički fakultet
Country: Croatia
e-mail: marko.maricevic@grf.unizg.hr
web: https://www.grf.unizg.hr/
Tactile pendants consist of braille and typographic elements. The innovation’s distinctiveness lies in the personalization of the pendant to the user’s needs and the ability to be produced using various additive manufacturing technologies. Additive manufacturing technologies allow for the production of personalized products without increasing the production time and cost.
Advantages:
An easy possibility of creating with a 3D printer. Selection of environmentally friendly thermoplastics that are wear-resistant. Possibility of individualization and personalization without increasing the cost and time of production. On-demand manufacturing.
Purpose:
Improving communication with visually impaired and blind individuals