According to Cointelegraph, decentralized manufacturing network 3DOS has launched its peer-to-peer 3D-printing network on the Sui blockchain. The company, which refers to itself as the 'Uber for 3D-printing,' announced the launch on September 12. The network now includes 79,909 3D printers across more than 120 countries.
Founded in 2019, 3DOS operates as a peer-to-peer commodities sharing network. Its protocols and software enable anyone with a compatible 3D printer to accept network requests for print jobs. This model is akin to services like Uber and Rappi, allowing individual owners to provide services within a single ecosystem. John Dogru, the founder and CEO of 3DOS, described the platform as a '3D Operating System' that connects the digital and physical worlds, empowering local producers and reducing waste, inventory, and the carbon footprint associated with international shipping.
The 3DOS network distinguishes itself by utilizing digital asset tokens and blockchain technology. The network uses its own digital asset, the 3DOS token, to incentivize creators to upload designs and manufacturers to join the peer-to-peer pool. Creators and engineers can upload their designs for free and potentially earn royalties on individual prints. No fees are charged until a product is ordered for printing.
Documents from 3DOS indicate that the company initially considered developing its own blockchain to support its 3D printing network. However, the strategic partnership with Sui offers a layer-1 networking host with low-friction onboarding benefits. Sui’s zkLogin technology, a Web2-to-Web3 bridge protocol, allows users to log in via their Google or Twitch accounts. The Sui team has also been exploring the use of radio waves for blockchain transactions, which could enable connectivity in areas without internet access and provide a failsafe against power and internet outages.
