| There are a variety of magical applications for 3D printed panels that are widely used for custom medical implants, lightweight industrial parts, etc. Recently, researchers from Delft, Netherlands, have developed a new three-dimensional lattice structure Method, which relies on complex folding techniques rather than 3D printing techniques, the team said that its innovative approach can provide 3D lattice structures that are more functional than stereoscopic 3D printing counterparts.  The research team, led by Professor Amir Zadpoor, said making 3D grids is inspired by origami and that Japanese origami art is designed with complex shapes. Unlike traditional origami, however, the folded 3D structure begins with a planar shape patterned using advanced electron beam nanolithography and can be folded into a three-dimensional shape with a complex interior shape - similar to a 3D printed plaque, but obviously Easier access to the interior surface. It has been reported that folded 3D structures can be used to create flexible electronic devices, create new metamaterials, and apply to medical implants with tissue regeneration properties. Zadpoor said: 'We had very limited access to the internal surface area of the 3D printed latticework, so it seemed impossible to combine a freeform surface with a lattice form, but inspired by Japanese origami art, we have found The method that allows this combination. "Zadpoor added that the research team has broken down its collapsed 3D grid into three distinct categories, each with a unique folding strategy. The study has been published in the journal Science Progress. Source: 天工 社 |
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