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Colour & Materials

Ultramodern Making: Latest Advances for 3D & 4D Printing

Innovations in 3D printing systems and substrates are leading to a new wave of uses for the manufacturing technique. From self-correcting systems, to home 3D scanners, to 4D printed materials that respond to stimuli, the scope for the everyday use of additive printed materials continues to grow.

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5 Apr 2016
BY: Clare Acheson & Kuan Chi Hau
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