So I’m working with a group that is interested in exploring the different functionalities/capabilities of 3D printing resins currently on the market. I wonder if anyone at Poppy has come across resins that have (for example) a high bulk modulus, high tensile strength, high glass transition, etc?
It seems as though current acrylate and epoxy based resins simply won’t cut it if open-source, 3D printable robotic parts are to become a reality. How can we make robotics that are durable, machinable, and integrable into current robotic functions? Has anyone come across these problems in their research? I know the German company RepRap has developed some simply carbonate-fused resins for FDM:
And the dutch company Tiamet 3D is working on similar materials:
…but what about UV-curable resins, and stereolithography? It seems like there is much lacking in terms of materials consideration moving forward. Much in need of advice/guidance here!