美国高校图书馆的3D技术服务经验与分析

Analysis on the Experiences of 3D Technology Service of American University Libraries

3D打印技术将在4--5年内在全球高等教育机构应用，将3D打印服务引入大学图书馆是一种有益的尝试。文章对美国5所高校图书馆的3D技术服务逐个进行分析，总结出美国5所高校图书馆在3D打印设备采选、打印服务管理、服务推广三大方面的经验。提出我国高校图书馆引入3D技术服务时，要借鉴国外高校经验，更应该结合实际情况合理配置设备、制定管理规定和设计推广活动。

According to NMC Horizon report, 2013 Higher Education Edition, 3D typing technology is listed as one of the emerging technologies which will be adopted by higher education institutions in five years. 3D printing technology will be widely applied in the field of higher education. Supporting education is the first mission of university libraries. Introducing 3D technology into the university campus is a beneficial attempt. This article aims at providing instructive advice for Chinese university libraries by analyzing the practices of American university libraries. Analysis on the practices of five American university libraries is made and enlightenments of three aspects are concluded, including the selection of the equipments, the administration rules and the promotion of the service. Selection of the equipment,making administration rules and the design of promotional activities should refer to both the experiences of American university libraries and the reality of the institution.