3D printing with cellulose: The future of electrical insulation
A new pilot line demonstrates the efficient, design-driven manufacture of cellulose-based electrical insulation components with 3D printing.
Feb 20th, 2021
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FRESH 3D-printing platform paves way for tissues, organs
3D-bioprinting method enables advanced tissue fabrication by using a yield-stress support bath that holds bioinks in place until they are cured and works with a wide array of bioinks.
Feb 16th, 2021
Read moreDynamic 3D printing process features a light-driven twist
Light provides freedom to control each layer and improves precision and speed.
Feb 4th, 2021
Read moreScientists use a novel ink to 3D print 'bone' with living cells (w/video)
Using a 3D-printer that deploys a special ink made up of calcium phosphate, scientists developed a new technique, known as ceramic omnidirectional bioprinting in cell-suspensions (COBICS), enabling them to print bone-like structures that harden in a matter of minutes when placed in water.
Jan 25th, 2021
Read more3D printing to pave the way for Moon colonization
Researchers prepared an extensive review on the use of Additive Manufacturing technologies in crewed lunar exploration. It contains a comprehensive description of the geological composition of the lunar surface and the properties of lunar soil (lunar regolith) and its simulants, detailing their mineralogy, morphology, and chemical composition in the light of their future use as feedstock for 3-D-printing on the moon surface.
Jan 22nd, 2021
Read moreSteeling against wear-and-tear: Exploring effects of post-processing on 3D printed steel
Scientists delve into the details of how the mechanical properties of 3D-printed steel are improved through post-processing.
Jan 21st, 2021
Read moreHow lobsters can help make stronger 3D printed concrete
New research shows that patterns inspired by lobster shells can make 3D printed concrete stronger, to support more complex and creative architectural structures.
Jan 18th, 2021
Read moreResearchers develop laser-based process to 3D print detailed glass objects
Multiphoton polymerization approach might one day be used to print complex optics.
Jan 12th, 2021
Read moreMighty morphing 3D printing
Engineers demonstrate a new shape-changing nozzle that could revolutionize '4D printing' applications.
Jan 6th, 2021
Read more3D-printed smart gel changes shape when exposed to light
Inspired by the color-changing skin of cuttlefish, octopuses and squids, engineers have created a 3D-printed smart gel that changes shape when exposed to light, becomes 'artificial muscle' and may lead to new military camouflage, soft robotics and flexible displays.
Jan 5th, 2021
Read moreResearchers develop new combined process for 3D printing with liquids
Chemists have developed a way to integrate liquids directly into materials during the 3D printing process. This allows, for example, active medical agents to be incorporated into pharmaceutical products or luminous liquids to be integrated into materials, which allow monitoring of damage.
Dec 16th, 2020
Read moreA 3D-printable superalloy
Researchers describe a new class of superalloys that overcome the cracking problem and, therefore, hold tremendous promise for advancing the use of additive manufacturing to produce complex one-off components for use in high-stress, high-performance environments.
Dec 9th, 2020
Read moreThis 3D printer doesn't gloss over the details
A new system enables realistic variations in glossiness across a 3D-printed surface; the advance could aid fine art reproduction and the design of prosthetics.
Dec 2nd, 2020
Read moreA route for avoiding defects during additive manufacturing
New research reveals how pores form during metals additive manufacturing and become defects trapped in solidifying metal. The practical value of this research is that it can inform industry on how to predict and improve 3D printing processes.
Nov 27th, 2020
Read more3-D printed corals, new bioreactors to boost microalgae production for biofuels
Using light as an energy source, photosynthetic microalgae can be used to produce products like biofuels and cosmetics. But algae grown in a reactor block out the light on which they feed. New reactor designs could solve this problem and help the industry move forward.
Nov 24th, 2020
Read more3D-printed complex-shaped microporous ceramic bone implants
Researchers have developed a method for designing and manufacturing complex-shaped ceramic bone implants with a controllable porous structure, which largely enhances tissue fusion efficiency.
Nov 12th, 2020
Read moreResearchers 3D print biomedical parts with supersonic speed
Forget glue, screws, heat or other traditional bonding methods. Researchers have developed a 3D printing technique that creates cellular metallic materials by smashing together powder particles at supersonic speed.
Nov 11th, 2020
Read moreScientists 3D bioprint hybrid tissue construct for cartilage regeneration
Researchers have developed a method to bioprint a type of cartilage that could someday help restore knee function damaged by arthritis or injury.
Nov 9th, 2020
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