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DIY Chess Sets

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

This Micro Chess Set Can Be Made at Home with a 3D Printer

— May 5, 2016 — Tech
Chess is one of the most popular strategy games worldwide and now consumers can assemble the game themselves by printing a Micro Chess Set at home. Not only is this DIY chess set small enough for travel, but it is also embedded with magnets to prevent the pieces from slipping out of place.

The Micro Chess Set is a 3D printable project created by Thingiverse user CMB27. While the pieces are inspired by classic Staunton chess sets, the board draws inspiration from other 3D-printed chess boards. The downloadable file for the chess set allows users to print each of the necessary pieces with a magnet embedded in the bottom for easy game play. Users can then print the pieces for the magnetic board or they can print a paper version of the board to save time and resources.

The DIY chess set is likely to appeal to those looking for a creative way to enjoy classic strategy games while also experimenting with 3D-printing technology.
Trend Themes
1. DIY Board Games - With the rise of 3D printing technology, consumers are increasingly able to create their own board game sets at home.
2. Magnetic Technology in Board Games - The integration of magnets into board game pieces offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for a new standard of convenience and functionality.
3. Portable Game Sets - The demand for travel-friendly board game sets such as the Micro Chess Set offers a disruptive innovation opportunity for companies to create more compact and convenient gaming products.
Industry Implications
1. 3D Printing - The increasing accessibility of 3D printing technology opens up new possibilities for personalized production of board game sets.
2. Toy and Game Manufacturing - Toy and game manufacturers may consider integrating magnetic technology in their products to enhance user experience and convenience.
3. Travel and Leisure - Companies in the travel and leisure industry could explore the potential of portable board game sets as a unique selling point to attract customers.
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