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    ABS (Acrylonitrile  Butadiene Styrene):  ABS  is  a  durable,  heat-resistant  plastic  used
                           for items like tools and toys. It’s tougher to print with than PLA due to its higher printing
                           temperature.
                     2.  Nylon: Nylon is a strong, flexible and durable material often used for functional parts like
                        gears and bearings. It’s resistant to wear and tear and can bend without breaking. This makes
                        it ideal for items that need to endure movement or pressure.

                     3.  Resin: Resin is a liquid  material  that  is used in certain  types  of 3D printers  called SLA
                        (Stereolithography) printers. The printer uses light to harden the resin into solid layers. Resin
                        can create highly detailed objects and has a smooth finish.
                     4.  Metal: Metal 3D printing creates strong, durable objects that can withstand high
                        temperatures and heavy loads. Common materials include stainless steel, titanium and
                        aluminium. It’s widely used in industries like aerospace, automotive and medical for
                        making specialised parts.

                     5.  Flexible  Materials  (TPU): Thermoplastic  Polyurethane  (TPU)  is a flexible material,  like
                        rubber, that can be used for making objects that need to bend or stretch. TPU is durable,
                        wear-resistant and can bounce back into shape after being bent or stretched.
                     6.  Concrete: Concrete  3D printing  is  used  to  build  large-scale structures  by  layering  mixed
                        concrete. It’s still in development but has the potential to make construction faster and more
                        cost-effective. Large printers are used to create walls and other parts of buildings.

                     7.   Carbon Fiber: Carbon Fiber is a lightweight and extremely strong material. It’s often used to
                        create objects that need to be both strong and light. Carbon fiber is usually combined with
                        other materials (like plastic) to create a strong composite material.

                                                Should robots be allowed to make important decisions, like in
                                                self-driving cars? What happens if a robot makes the wrong
                                                 decision and how should we ensure it doesn't harm people?

                     APPLICATIONS OF 3D PRINTING

                     3D printing is used in many different fields to create a wide range of objects. It is being applied in
                     real-life applications across various industries.

                     Medicine and Healthcare

                     In medical field, 3D printing is used in the following ways:

                        Prosthetics  (Artificial  Limbs): 3D printing  is  used  to
                        create prosthetic limbs for people who have lost arms or
                        legs. The printer can make customised prosthetics that
                        fit the person perfectly and they are often cheaper and
                        quicker to make than traditional methods.

                                                                              Building the Future with 3D Printing
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