Research

Have you heard of electrospray engines? These propulsion systems involve applying an electric field to a conductive liquid, generating a high-speed jet of tiny droplets capable of propelling a spacecraft. Such miniature motors are particularly suitable for small satellites, known…

The Fraunhofer Institute for Additive Production Technologies (IAPT) is known for its sustainable innovations in additive manufacturing. Now, the group is studying sealing technology and offering opportunities for industry members to participate. Seals are important components in mechanical engineering, the…

Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) is estimated to infect 64% of the world’s population, according to the World Health Organization. The virus causes oral and genital herpes, and while it can be asymptomatic, it can also cause painful flare-ups and make…

Space is an extreme environment where dangers abound, and radiation is one of them. During space missions, astronauts and their equipment are exposed to much higher radiation than on Earth. Without appropriate protection, the equipment could malfunction. As for astronauts,…

Sound insulation is something that often goes unnoticed in our daily lives. However, it is incredibly important, not just in the construction of buildings, homes or hospitals, but also in the development of automobiles or in industrial environments. And now…

Researchers at the Technical University of Darmstadt and the Helmholtz Center Dresden-Rossendorf have developed robotic wings inspired by the structure and flight dynamics of the monarch butterfly. Using 3D printing, they created wings that operate without batteries and with a…

Space is the final frontier of human exploration and additive manufacturing is playing a key role in that expansion. From producing rocket components to printing parts in zero gravity, 3D printing is being chosen in aerospace for its ability to…

Conformal electronics are stretchable, flexible electronic devices often used for applications like smart skins and robotics. While 3D printing conformal electronics is possible, the process can come with challenges. Often, conformal electronics have significant mechanical and thermal vulnerabilities. Those made…

Osteosarcomas are malignant bone tumors, and there are two to three new cases per million people per year. It is the most common primary malignant bone tumor, and 50 percent of cases occur in children and adolescents. The treatment of…

Indoor comfort generally requires a high energy input, which means that buildings account for a significant proportion of global carbon emissions. In 2020, for example, single-family homes consumed an average of 864 petajoules of heating energy, an enormously high figure.…

Concrete, construction 3D printing’s favorite material, is getting an upgrade thanks to research from the University of New Mexico (UNM). There, researchers patented a bendable concrete material design specifically formulated for 3D printing. This was not the only research project…

Researchers at The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) have developed a new approach that integrates 3D printing with machine learning, specifically for laser powder bed fusion (LPBF). Essentially, the model allows them to create simulations useful for verifying…