Stereo3D Project

3D printing is an emerging technology of great importance, a world in huge evolution, with applications already demonstrated in the most diverse scientific fields, from materials science to medicine.
Among the available technology, stereolithography is the first developed and patented additive manufacturing technology; it combines lithographic principles with automation and 3D deposition techniques, for the creation of objects with minimum dimensions of 100 micron.

The positive advantages of stereolithography (e.g., creation of high quality models, possible reduction of manufacturing costs) highlight the importance of stereolithography in industry and the need for dedicated research to address associated limitations, such as the small size of manufactured objects, fragile and expensive materials, pioneering 3D software, expensive graphics stations.

This research project aims to develop innovative materials as well as hardware and software solutions for stereolithography. Accordingly, the project has the dual function of: a) involving young researchers on highly topical research topics related to 3D printing; b) transferring know-how and technology, developed during the project, to a Lombard company (FABtotum). The complementary expertises of the two research units (UNIPV and UNISA) are ideal for the creation of new materials and solutions for applications in 3D printing.