New 3D printer makes multi-material robots

Nov 20, 2019 2 Replies

...the rise of the machines....

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Narrated video showing new technique for 3D-printing several substances at once which prints a walking platform powered by compressed air a little like a centipede. 3D printer was able to mix compressible materials with rigid to make collapsible legs which inch the assembly when external vacuum is applied.


Yes I heard an interview with the developers. It is not that easy though its very slow and you need to watch which materials you use in combination. Brian

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