New 3D Printed Ceramics That Withstand 2,500°F

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Researchers have developed a new way of 3D printing ceramic that makes objects created with the new process able to withstand temperatures of 2,500°F.

By developing a new printable resin made of “preceramic polymers”, HRL seems to have hit upon a ceramic 3D printing method which sidesteps the common pitfalls associated with ceramic 3D printing. Typical techniques for 3D printing ceramics cannot produce particularly complex parts, with prints often susceptible to cracks and fractures. Most ceramic 3D printers are also limited to "oxide ceramic materials” with low melting points. Because of the precise stereolithography process used, HRL can 3D print dense and durable ceramic parts, resistant to the highest temperatures.
 
Cool stuff.

Makes you wonder how they're gonna recycle this stuff cost effectively, quickly, and environmentally friendly?
 
Hmm. Another iteration, and they could send a printer and some materials up to the ISS for repair of re-entry modules?
 
That's exactly what they are planning on doing with future space exploration. Creating tools and other necessities with the resources immediately available to them through the wonder of 3D printing.
 
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