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The Prospects of Nanoscale 3D Printing for Structural and Functional Applications

Year: 2026

Type: article

Abstract: Micro- and nanostructural fabrication is oftentimes limited to planar top-down approaches such as classical lithography, ion- or laser ablation. This makes complex three-dimensional structures akin to macroscopic structures rather challenging to produce. However, recent developments in polymerization techniques enable a true free-from additive manufacturing approach with a resolution of tens of nanometers. Here we provide a short overview of the technique, detail initial experiments that achieved tailorable mechanical and optical properties, and outline future prospects.

Source: BHM Berg- und Hüttenmännische Monatshefte

DOI: 10.1007/s00501-026-01711-y

Authors: Markus Alfreider, Alexander Jelinek, Sandra Schlögl, Daniel Kiener

Institutions: Montanuniversität Leoben, K1-MET GmbH (Austria), Polymer Competence Center Leoben (Austria)

Language: English

Topic: Nanofabrication and Lithography Techniques

Subfield: Biomedical Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,390

OpenAlex ID: W7127924157