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Graphite & Graphene
◦ Graphene has become a popular choice for 3D printing because of
its strength and conductivity. The material is ideal for device parts that
need to be flexible, such as touchscreens. Graphene is also used for
solar panels and building parts. Proponents of the graphene option
claim it is one of the most flexible of 3D-applicable materials.
Nitinol
◦ As a common material in medical implants, nitinol is valued in the 3D
printing world for its super-elasticity. Made from a mixture of nickel and
titanium, nitinol can bend to considerable degrees without breaking.
Even if folded in half, the material can be restored to its original
shape. As such, nitinol is one of the strongest materials with flexible
qualities. For the production of medical products, nitinol allows printers
to accomplish things that would otherwise be impossible.
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