How to double your 3D printer’s speed without losing print quality

One of the main barriers preventing 3D printing becoming more widely adopted is speed. 3D printing is slow compared to traditional manufacturing. However, this latest update may solve some of these speed-related complaints.

Engineers in Michigan have made a fantastic discovery. They have announced that they created algorithms that double your 3D printer’s print speed. What’s more – you won’t see any of the negative effects associated with higher speed such as bad print quality.

The Discovery

The discovery stems from that fact that often to keep printers affordable, manufacturers use cheap parts. These cheap parts are not as strong as expensive ones, they’re usually more light and flexible. In addition, negative effects can result from this such as vibrations in the printer whilst printing. If printing is accelerated, these vibrations become significant and result in poor print quality.