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eppur_se_muova

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Tue Mar 13, 2012, 06:32 PM Mar 2012

3D-nanoprinting speed record set by Vienna University (BBC)

A new world speed record for the fastest 3D-printed nano-objects has been claimed by researchers in Austria.

The team is able to create sculptures as small as a grain of sand in a fraction of the time than had previously been required.

To demonstrate the process the group created a model of a Formula 1 racing car 0.285mm (0.011in) in length in just over four minutes.

The scientists said the technique could be used to make small biomedical parts.

To produce the car about 100 layers, each consisting of 200 single printed lines, were created by Vienna University of Technology's equipment.



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more: http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-17357374

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3D-nanoprinting speed record set by Vienna University (BBC) (Original Post) eppur_se_muova Mar 2012 OP
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