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The COLORS experiment recently achieved a milestone by 3D printing soft matter at a 267 km altitude during six minutes of weightlessness.
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The COLORS experiment recently achieved a milestone by 3D printing soft matter at a 267 km altitude during six minutes of weightlessness.

Originally reported by nanowerk.com

The COLORS experiment recently achieved a milestone by 3D printing soft matter at a 267 km altitude during six minutes of weightlessness. 🚀 By eliminating gravity, researchers visualized internal residual stresses in bio-inks that remain hidden on Earth yet cause structural failure. This breakthrough provides the data needed for high-fidelity digital twins for soft material deposition. Such advancements are essential for the future of reliable bioprinting and regenerative medicine in orbital environments. 🌐 #3DPrinting #Bioprinting #SpaceTech #AM

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