A device created using additive manufacturing technology designed to support reading material is the focus. This support can take various forms, from a simple angled platform to more elaborate designs incorporating page holders and adjustable features. As an example, a desktop support manufactured layer by layer to hold a textbook open to a specific page exemplifies this category.
Such supports offer several advantages, including customization options to accommodate books of different sizes and weights, ergonomic benefits for improved reading posture, and cost-effective production, especially for unique or low-volume designs. The ability to rapidly prototype and iterate on designs using digital models has also fueled innovation in this area. Historically, book stands were crafted from wood or metal; however, the advent of additive manufacturing has broadened the materials and designs available to consumers.