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4D printing is revolutionizing the printing world

What happened?

It wasn’t so long ago that 3D printing was the new kid on the block. Now the term 4D printing is making headlines, stretching our ability to conceptualize once again. To understand 4D printing, it helps to have a better familiarity with 3D printing. It's basically 3D printing on steroids. Things that are printed using this technology can change shape and function based on the environment they are in. This technology allows printers to create objects that can change shape and function over time. 4D printing has already been used to create a number of amazing products, including self-assembling furniture and clothes that can adapt to the weather. With this technology, the possibilities are endless!

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Why is this important?

4D printing is the next step in 3D printing, and it offers a wide range of benefits for businesses and consumers alike. Here are some of the top benefits of 4D printing: 

1. Reduced manufacturing time and costs - 4D printing can drastically reduce manufacturing times and costs, since many parts can be printed simultaneously. 

2. Increased design flexibility - With 4D printing, you have greater design flexibility than with traditional manufacturing methods. You can create shapes and structures that wouldn't be possible with other methods. 

3. Improved functionality - Fourth-dimensional objects have improved functionality over 3D objects because they can change shape or function depending on the circumstances. For example, a medical implant could change size or shape once it