3D Printing Policy
OU Libraries offers a variety of 3D printing services for researchers and the OU community. This policy provides a guideline on what you can expect when using this service. It applies to all 3D printing services available at the Library MakerSpace, Research 3D Printing and Resin 3D Printing labs.
What to Expect from Us
We are excited to assist you with your 3D printing needs! When using these services at OU Libraries, please keep in mind that:
- We reserve the right to decline any print for any reason.
- We will prepare all 3D print submissions for you.
- Many factors affect 3D printing and print completion timelines are subject to change.
- We do not offer assistance with 3D model design, modification, or repair.
What is Not Permitted
We do not permit the use of our 3D printing tools to create material that is:
- prohibited by local, state, or federal law.
- unsafe, harmful, dangerous, or poses an immediate threat to the well-being of others.
- in violation of another’s intellectual property rights.
- in violation of The University of Oklahoma Regents’ Policy Manual, Section 1.1.1.4, which states: “Firearms and munitions of all types, as well as other weapons as identified in 21 O.S. §1277, are prohibited on all property owned, leased, or occupied by the Board of Regents at all times except as specifically authorized.”
- in violation of The University of Oklahoma Student Code of Conduct: “Actual or constructive use, possession, or control of any weapon and munitions of all types, defined as any object used or designed to inflict or attempt to inflict harm or injury or fear of harm or injury, including instruments designed to look like any weapon."