2.5D Printer

Meet 2.5D Printer.

The Team

Xie Dong

Zhen Zhang

Cheng wang

Yifan Qi

About Us

Currently, our team consists of four core members, each specializing in electronic hardware, software, robotics, and business, respectively. 

Dong is a PhD student with a background in both physics and electronic engineering. Over the past 7 years, she has designed this printer invention from scratch, subsequently focusing on its hardware development.

Zhen is currently a software engineer at Sea Limited. For the past 6 years, he has been collaborating with Dong, focusing on the software development of the printerCheng Wang is an assistant professor in robotics at the Heriot-Watt University. He is also a Marie Curie Postdoctoral Fellow. His expertise in robotics and AI supports intelligent and human-centered robots for the company.

Yifan is a PhD student in Accounting and Finance and a NatWest Fellow, with practical experience in entrepreneurship, finance, and professional services, focusing on business strategy and marketing for our company and specific projects.

Problem

Existing office printers are bulky and difficult to carry, while the small portable printers or the small receipt printers often seen in stores, can only print small cards or slips. Portability and practicality have long been a trade-off that needs to be balanced. However, our printer is designed to resolve this dilemma, offering the flexibility to print anytime, anywhere in a small and portable size.

Solution

We revolutionised the way our printers operate, enabling them to autonomously move across one or multiple papers. This design significantly reduces the device's size and makes it small and portable, while empowering them to print on surfaces of any size and material.

Market

Our initial target customers are primarily students and business travelers. Students have a high demand for printing, but buying a personal office printer is expensive and takes up space, while it is inconvenient to look for a public printer. For business travelers, a portable, efficient, and reliable printing solution on the go can enhance their trips. By targeting this niche strategically, we tailor our marketing communications to deliver a simple, problem-centric solution.

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