Research

In recent years, many university research projects have been developing multifunctional materials through additive manufacturing. In the medical field, for example, it is important to create fabrics capable of regenerating organs or bone structures and design advanced biomedical devices. At…

The inner ear, especially the cochlea, remains one of the most challenging areas to address in medicine due to its intricate anatomy and limited accessibility. This presents significant hurdles in treating hearing loss (including hyperacusis) and other inner ear disorders.…

Antennas are essential for wireless communications, navigation, radar, radio communication and science. Their main function is to receive or transmit electromagnetic waves. Until now, antennas were rigid and inflexible, something that is about to change thanks to a project by…

Formula 1 motor racing is a demanding sport, where the quest for performance and speed is essential. But behind every sensation offered to spectators, every fraction of a second counts. Moreover, performance is not only based on the driver’s skills,…

3D printing has been revolutionizing medicine for years: from 3D-printed custom drugs to bioprinted replicas of human tissue, the technology promises to change how treatments are administered, offering an unprecedented level of personalization. Now, researchers at Caltech have minuscule robots…

For much of his career, Russ Maines has been dedicated to designing bombs with cast, forged or pressed metals. However, these bombs were expensive and not scalable. So, as a Test and Evaluation Division Director at the Naval Surface Warfare…

A team of researchers at Oregon State University, led by Devin Roach, has developed a revolutionary technique for 3D printing materials that can change shape. The material is programmed and once printed, it moves like muscles. These materials, known as…

Construction 3D printing promises many advantages over traditional methods. It is often hailed as faster, cheaper and more sustainable than typical builds. However, there is still room for improvement. Concrete, the most commonly used material for construction 3D printing, leaves…

This year, we have seen a surge in popularity in large-format additive manufacturing solutions. Directed energy deposition especially has seen quite a lot of buzz, with applications in aerospace and defense taking center stage. Now there is yet another. AML3D…

While 3D printing has been around for decades, silicone 3D printing technology is something relatively new. The material is compatible with photopolymerization and material extrusion, but there are relatively few manufacturers making silicone 3D printing solutions. That does not mean…

3D printing can be used to overcome some of the key challenges facing the food industry. For example, specific shapes, flavors and consistencies can create special foods for children or people with swallowing problems, or to achieve an individual nutrient…

A team of researchers at Swansea University have 3D printed a coral-inspired bone graft. What’s remarkable? Their study found that the new material not only dissolves naturally in the body after the repair is complete but that it also promotes…