Research news
SUTD Breaks New Ground in 3D Printed Soft Robotics
Newly developed resins are tougher and will also allow for more robust integration of mechatronic components in 3D printed multi-material structures.
Dishing up 3D printed food, one tasty printout at a time
Singapore researchers develop new method for ‘printing’ fresh vegetables, leading to tastier, more nutritious food for patients with swallowing difficulties.
SUTD research team extends 4D printing to nanophotonics
The newly developed shape memory polymer resist allows for high-resolution 4D printing.
Light Confinement in a 3D Space
SUTD develops technology which allows for photonic integrated circuits to unlock their potential as high resolution 3D photonic structures in ultra-high speed communications.
New insights into 3D printing of spacers and membranes
Researchers from SUTD and NTU reviewed recent efforts, shortcomings and conflicting reports of 3D printing in membrane-based water treatment.
Low cost, customised prosthesis using 3D printing
SUTD, together with Tan Tock Seng Hospital, developed a novel 3D printed non-metallic self-locking prosthetic arm for a patient with a forequarter amputation.
Preheating gelatin as a facile approach to increase 3D printing duration
SUTD researchers’ new approach finds that preheating gelatin extended its 3D printing time compared to freshly prepared gelatin and enhanced the printability of the ink.
SUTD researchers develop simple method to 3D print milk products
Additive free, multimaterial 3D printing is achieved for milk-based products without temperature control.
Using chitin, a bioinspired material, to manufacture tools and shelters on Mars
A simple manufacturing technology based on chitin, one of the most ubiquitous organic polymers on Earth, could be used to build tools and shelters on Mars.
3D Printing Steps up to the Frontlines in the Battle Against Covid-19
Researchers from the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD), Nanyang Technological University, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and HP Inc examined how the digital versatility and quick prototyping of 3D printing has enabled the swift mobilisation of the technology and a rapid response to emergencies in a closed loop economy.
