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How 3D-Printed Film Could Push the Limits of FDM
What started as a way to create small rewards for students has evolved into a research project pushing the boundaries of FDM 3D printing. At FILDZ Research, experimentation is at the core of the process. By rethinking design and toolpaths,…
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What started as a way to create small rewards for students has evolved into a research project pushing the boundaries of FDM 3D printing. At FILDZ Research, experimentation is at the core of the process. By rethinking design and toolpaths, the team is uncovering new behaviors in filament, from ultra-thin 3D-printed film to flexible, textile-like structures.
To understand how these ideas emerged and where they could lead, we spoke with Edgaras Janušauskas, founder of FILDZ Research, about his journey, his approach to open experimentation and why he believes FDM still holds untapped potential.
3DN: Could you briefly introduce yourself and explain how you got into 3D printing?
I’m Edgaras Janušauskas, and my path into 3D printing began through education. Early in my career, I worked as a teacher, helping students explore programming, electronics and engineering. Technology evolves quickly, and I often found myself learning alongside my students. That experience made me comfortable with experimentation and trial and error.
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