Quick as a blink: Chinese scientists unveil 3D printing in under a second

South China Morning PostCenter-RightEN 1 min read 100% complete by Zhang TongFebruary 26, 2026 at 05:00 AM
Quick as a blink: Chinese scientists unveil 3D printing in under a second

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Chinese scientists at Tsinghua University have developed a new 3D printing technique that solidifies liquid into three-dimensional objects in under a second. This method, utilizing holographic projection, transforms printing material within a transparent container into a solid structure almost instantaneously. Unlike traditional 3D printing methods that rely on layer-by-layer construction and can take minutes or hours, this new approach achieves both high speed and high precision. The scientists were able to print millimeter-scale components in approximately 0.6 seconds. This breakthrough represents a significant advancement in 3D printing technology, offering a faster alternative to existing methods.

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3d printing 100% rapid prototyping 80% holographic projection 70% high precision 60% high speed 60% manufacturing 50% tsinghua university 40%

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