More 3D Printing
‘Polyphytes’ brings nature and technology together with 3D printed vascular plants
The “plants” are designed to interact with air, water, and ice.
By Emmett Smith
![three 3d printed plants against a black backdrop](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06ToWNac8pVWyaC8vpN7E2v/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1658935257.png)
![three 3d printed plants against a black backdrop](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06ToWNac8pVWyaC8vpN7E2v/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1658935257.png)
Recreate nearly any object with a vacuum form-molding 3D printer
Move over 3D printing, this vacuum former does the job faster
![vacuum former](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/039cLmCFCZ2Yfr5EuFZOngl/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1656612861.png)
![vacuum former](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/039cLmCFCZ2Yfr5EuFZOngl/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1656612861.png)
Built with 3D printers, these wind turbine blades are completely recyclable
The method could greatly reduce the weight and cost of wind turbine blades in the future.
By Emmett Smith
![Wind turbines in a field at sunset.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/077Hpk2bwo3hMm7BIDu5xNZ/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1652710865.png)
![Wind turbines in a field at sunset.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/077Hpk2bwo3hMm7BIDu5xNZ/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1652710865.png)
The robot landscapers that 3D printed a park in China
The company behind the project is eyeing the U.S. next.
By Emmett Smith
![aerial image of a 3d printed park in China](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/01nmwguizbo5h9NHjiFoJtF/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1650975861.png)
![aerial image of a 3d printed park in China](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/01nmwguizbo5h9NHjiFoJtF/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1650975861.png)
The remarkable evolution of bioprinting
With a staggering global shortage of organ donors, this technology offers a semblance of hope to millions.
By Emmett Smith
![a small live and life sized hand created using bioprinters](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/027AOZxVdgleujuUltAP4M7/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1650903755.png)
![a small live and life sized hand created using bioprinters](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/027AOZxVdgleujuUltAP4M7/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1650903755.png)
Foam 3D printing technique could minimize concrete is used in construction
This novel fabrication approach can save up to 70 percent concrete.
By Emmett Smith
![Foam 3D printing technique could minimize concrete is used in construction](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/01PgDNQjx3NU7lSfQngtMlu/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1639661107.png)
![Foam 3D printing technique could minimize concrete is used in construction](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/01PgDNQjx3NU7lSfQngtMlu/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1639661107.png)
This slick, sculpture-like cubicle is actually a 3D printed toilet — Future Blink
Watch the (porcelain) throne
By Emmett Smith
![This slick, sculpture-like cubicle is actually a 3D printed toilet — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07jB4Ol7qts0sP4SbpD1Y8T/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1638296706.png)
![This slick, sculpture-like cubicle is actually a 3D printed toilet — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07jB4Ol7qts0sP4SbpD1Y8T/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1638296706.png)
Dior's new concept store was 3D printed in 120 hours — Future Blink
We're printing stores now?
By Emmett Smith
![Dior's new concept store was 3D printed in 120 hours — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06E8lcPXtQXLi2V1JWyyjb2/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1637091009.png)
![Dior's new concept store was 3D printed in 120 hours — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06E8lcPXtQXLi2V1JWyyjb2/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1637091009.png)
3D printed houses built to withstand fires, floods, and extreme winds – Future Blink
If only the three little pigs had this house...
By Emmett Smith
![3D printed houses built to withstand fires, floods, and extreme winds – Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/03YLPqDvXRuVDOqagxHZRFj/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1635870613.png)
![3D printed houses built to withstand fires, floods, and extreme winds – Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/03YLPqDvXRuVDOqagxHZRFj/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1635870613.png)
Coral reefs in Hong Kong are dying. These 3D printed tiles could bring them back to life.
The mission could become essential to maintaining our planet's underwater ecosystem.
By Emmett Smith
![Coral reefs in Hong Kong are dying. These 3D printed tiles could bring them back to life.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/062UFYC0O0bXWG01dellCZu/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1634666110.png)
![Coral reefs in Hong Kong are dying. These 3D printed tiles could bring them back to life.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/062UFYC0O0bXWG01dellCZu/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1634666110.png)
Tiny fusilli-shaped bot can move around despite lacking any electronics
We now live in an age of 4D printed robots.
By Emmett Smith
![Tiny fusilli-shaped bot can move around despite lacking any electronics](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07c7VUsUzzlPMRrqO7Yyzgi/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1633338312.png)
![Tiny fusilli-shaped bot can move around despite lacking any electronics](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07c7VUsUzzlPMRrqO7Yyzgi/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1633338312.png)
Here’s how recycled plastic was used to 3D print an entire sailing boat
The hull of the boat is printed by 6-axis robotic arms and uses recycled plastic as its ‘ink’.
By Emmett Smith
![Here’s how recycled plastic was used to 3D print an entire sailing boat](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/009e3y5Jw5qwhKjaBixX07j/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1632386410.jpg)
![Here’s how recycled plastic was used to 3D print an entire sailing boat](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/009e3y5Jw5qwhKjaBixX07j/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1632386410.jpg)
Here's what NASA's first human habitat on Mars could look like
Could this bulky brown bunker be our very first home on Mars?
By Emmett Smith
![Here's what NASA's first human habitat on Mars could look like](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/037dGg6wKd6Qj8zbhhlY9gc/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1631100912.png)
![Here's what NASA's first human habitat on Mars could look like](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/037dGg6wKd6Qj8zbhhlY9gc/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1631100912.png)
It took 400 hours to 3D print this super detailed map of GTA's San Andreas
Next stop – 'Red Dead Redemption 2'!
By Emmett Smith
![It took 400 hours to 3D print this super detailed map of GTA's San Andreas](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/064R0NAE3W6XMuy1GEZDqWD/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1630059009.png)
![It took 400 hours to 3D print this super detailed map of GTA's San Andreas](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/064R0NAE3W6XMuy1GEZDqWD/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1630059009.png)
3D printed robot hand crushes first level of Super Mario Bros.
New tech, ageless game.
By Emmett Smith
![3D printed robot hand crushes first level of Super Mario Bros.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/03ia9nQGjX9U2n8JZ9oRIoA/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1628079008.png)
![3D printed robot hand crushes first level of Super Mario Bros.](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/03ia9nQGjX9U2n8JZ9oRIoA/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1628079008.png)
Finally, you can 3D print a turntable – Future Blink
What if you could... print your way to music?
By Raffi Paul
![Finally, you can 3D print a turntable – Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06QMM8USzmXBeVwKpEAgtZb/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1625758307.jpg)
![Finally, you can 3D print a turntable – Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06QMM8USzmXBeVwKpEAgtZb/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1625758307.jpg)
These igloo-like workspaces are 3D printed from recycled plastic
The goal is to use them to transform old, unused warehouses in Rotterdam.
By Emmett Smith
![These igloo-like workspaces are 3D printed from recycled plastic](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/05jzxGbf7o8tE7RhiakZqMR/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1621507531.png)
![These igloo-like workspaces are 3D printed from recycled plastic](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/05jzxGbf7o8tE7RhiakZqMR/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1621507531.png)
Welp, 3D printed wood is a thing now — Future Blink
The process uses upcycled wood waste.
By Jordan Aaron
![Welp, 3D printed wood is a thing now — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/067okRlF9GbQhyrRN3qdUkA/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1620407804.jpg)
![Welp, 3D printed wood is a thing now — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/067okRlF9GbQhyrRN3qdUkA/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1620407804.jpg)
17 years of athlete data went into Adidas' 3D printed shoes — Future Blink
Adidas says it's among the first to use this specific technology.
By Jordan Aaron
![17 years of athlete data went into Adidas' 3D printed shoes — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/022xYVUAyqq7TO5Y1XiyDLM/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1620318721.jpg)
![17 years of athlete data went into Adidas' 3D printed shoes — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/022xYVUAyqq7TO5Y1XiyDLM/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1620318721.jpg)
Meet the pioneering tenants of Europe's first inhabited 3D printed house
The Dutch couple pays €800 ($960) rent per month to live in the future.
By Emmett Smith
![Meet the pioneering tenants of Europe's first inhabited 3D printed house](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06WqnCZssQO8sPwrOjd5WCt/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1620120727.png)
![Meet the pioneering tenants of Europe's first inhabited 3D printed house](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/06WqnCZssQO8sPwrOjd5WCt/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1620120727.png)
This block of concrete is actually a fully functional trumpet
Artist Henry Hanson stripped down the brass instrument, 3D printed its coiled piping, and encased it in concrete.
By Emmett Smith
![This block of concrete is actually a fully functional trumpet](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/04NW7Px3AKzGsPthzybXKQC/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1619710390.png)
![This block of concrete is actually a fully functional trumpet](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/04NW7Px3AKzGsPthzybXKQC/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1619710390.png)
Yep, you can make pottery in a microwave kiln now — Future Blink
Quite literally bringing the pottery studio into your home.
By Jordan Aaron
![Yep, you can make pottery in a microwave kiln now — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07ehyjai5YLOK8PRXjdUPDg/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1619632911.jpg)
![Yep, you can make pottery in a microwave kiln now — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/07ehyjai5YLOK8PRXjdUPDg/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1619632911.jpg)
MIT researchers figured out a way to make liquid metal in just seconds — Future Blink
Well, that speeds up the process.
By Jordan Aaron
![MIT researchers figured out a way to make liquid metal in just seconds — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/00UA5qM0VKfH3xuhztVRZ8W/hero-image.fill.size_220x133.v1618854488.jpg)
![MIT researchers figured out a way to make liquid metal in just seconds — Future Blink](https://cdn.statically.io/img/helios-i.mashable.com/imagery/videos/00UA5qM0VKfH3xuhztVRZ8W/hero-image.fill.size_220x220.v1618854488.jpg)