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Less Mass, More Muscle
by Carolyn Schwaar Aug 24, 2026
New super cubic lattice discovery is nearly 380% stiffer without adding material.

Likly not coming to you infill pattern library anytime soon, but UCL researchers have 3D printed and compression-tested a “triply twinned” lattice that is up to 380% stiffer and 279% stronger than a conventional cubic lattice at similar material density. It's a potentially useful upgrade for lightweight aerospace, automotive, robotic, implant, and heat-exchanger parts where every gram has to earn its keep.

Source: AI-generated based on the University College London research.
About the Author:
Carolyn is All3DP’s senior editor and a journalist with 25+ years covering business and technology. Passionate about making tech accessible, her work also appears on Forbes.com.

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