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New ultra-fast 3D printer works like a reverse scanner

A new 3D printer has the principles of a CT scanner. It has light modelling of materials. It will produce objects with unique property combinations in record time. Technical University of Denmark researchers are working to make a reality with a new 3D printing technology based...

Scientists develop recyclable plastics based on sugars

University of Birmingham and Duke University scientists have created a new family of polymers from sustainable sources. These sources retain all of the qualities of common plastics. It is degradable and mechanically recyclable. Researchers have used sugar-based starting materials other than petrochemical derivatives and made...