Tag: additive manufacturing
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3D-Printed Helixes Pave the Way for THz Optical Materials in Next-Gen Telecom
Introduction: A Terahertz Gap Gets Narrower Researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) are advancing a promising solution to the long-standing terahertz (THz) gap that hampers next-generation telecommunications. By designing, optimizing, and 3D-printing helical structures, LLNL scientists are crafting optical materials that can manipulate THz waves with unprecedented control. This approach could unlock faster data…
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3D-Printed Helixes Promise THz Optical Materials for Next-Gen Telecommunication
Overview: 3D-Printed Helixes and THz Photonics Researchers at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) have made a notable stride in the field of photonics by optimizing and 3D-printing helix-shaped structures as optical materials for terahertz (THz) frequencies. Terahertz technology sits at the boundary between microwave and infrared light, offering the potential to boost data speeds in…
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The Engineering Behind Apple’s 3D-Printed Watch Cases
Introduction: A Quiet Revolution in Wristwear When Apple unveiled its latest generation of Apple Watch hardware, the engineering teams quietly underscored a shift: 3D printing is not just for prototypes anymore. Behind the gloss of polished surfaces lies a sophisticated blend of materials science, manufacturing precision, and design optimization that enables lighter, tougher, and more…
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Funding Boosts 3D-Printed, Custom Prostheses for Children with Lower-Limb Amputation
Overview of the Initiative A transformative project led by Quentin Sanders, an Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering and Bioengineering at the College of Engineering and Computing (CEC), has received a $502,222 grant from the National Science Foundation. The three-year initiative, titled “Fused Filament Fabrication of Customized Continuous Fiber Physical Activity Enabling Prostheses for Children with…