Antonis Spiropoulos
Alexander Technological Educational Institute of Thessaloniki
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About
Antonis Spiropoulos is a hands-on innovator in the field of accessible engineering and educational technology, with a particular focus on low-cost, open-source hardware design. His most cited work, "An educational purpose built three dimensional printer" (2017), demonstrates his commitment to democratizing advanced manufacturing by repurposing salvaged components—such as stepper motors from 3.5-inch disk drives—to build functional 3D printers. Controlled by an Arduino microcontroller and utilizing a 3D pen as the printing unit, this project exemplifies how undergraduate research can produce practical, scalable solutions for STEM education. Though his citation count is modest (2 citations), the work’s true impact lies in its replicability and pedagogical value, inspiring students and makers to explore additive manufacturing without prohibitive costs. Spiropoulos’s approach bridges the gap between theoretical engineering and tangible, hands-on learning, making him a notable figure in the maker movement and a model for resourceful, student-led innovation.
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- 1An educational purpose built three dimensional printer2 citations · 2017