Bio-materials

3D Printed Living Materials: A Solution for Carbon Dioxide Absorption in Construction

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3D Printed Living Materials: A Solution for Carbon Dioxide Absorption in Construction

Scientists are combining traditional materials with bacteria, algae, and fungi to create bio-materials that can acquire practical properties through microbial metabolism. “For example, the ability to absorb carbon dioxide from the air through photosynthesis,” says Mark Tibbitt, a professor of macromolecular engineering at ETH Zurich. Currently, the interdisciplinary team led by Tibbitt has turned this … Read more

12 Most Creative 3D Printing Materials

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12 Most Creative 3D Printing Materials

When it comes to 3D printing, the diverse materials used are essential. Whether plastic, metal, or ceramics, these materials differ from traditional ones. These materials are now widely used, yet there are still many “raw” materials that will surprise you and make you exclaim, “I didn’t know it could be used this way!” Based on … Read more