Here’s an unusual idea from IBM: what if a 3D printer could decide exactly where crystals should begin growing inside a print?
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Exploring the Cooling Process of Metal 3D Printing Using Particle Accelerators
Researchers have now probed the mysteries of metal 3D printing with particle accelerators.
3D Printing Single Nickel Crystals with Flat Top Lasers
Researchers have developed a method of 3D printing single crystal nickel structures.
Could Molecular Crystallization Replace 3D Printing?
New research has shown a method to rapidly produce crystalline objects at the nano scale.
MiniFactory’s Thermal Automation Enables Semi-Crystalline Polymer 3D Printing
MiniFactory detailed their process for obtaining high-quality 3D prints with PEKK material.
Electromagnetic Ceramic 3D Printing Possibilities
New research has uncovered a potential method for 3D printing ceramic materials using microwaves.
3D Printing Metacrystals To Increase Strength
Researchers at Imperial College London and the University of Sheffield have developed a powerful technique to strengthen metal 3D prints.
A Real Water 3D Printer?
Is it possible to 3D print water? While sounding entirely ridiculous, it may be possible to do so.
