THE EFFECTS OF PERCEIVED BARRIERS AND PERCEIVED ENJOYMENT ON USERS’ INTENTION TO USE 3D PRINTER TECHNOLOGY

Abstract

The main purpose of this study is to investigate theintention of consumers to use desktop 3D printers with taking into account thedimensions of perceived barriers and enjoyment. This study contributes to theearly understanding of Turkish consumers’ intention to use desktop 3D printers.According to the results of the research; the effect of the perceived enjoymenton intention to use of 3D Printer was positive and the effect of the perceivedbarrier on intention to use was negative. When the results are anticipated interms of 3D Printer ownership; the perceived enjoyment in user group who have3D Printer was lower than the group who do not have, whereas risk perceptionsstems from barriers was higher for this group.