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This timelapse video shows flat 3D-printed wood twisting into complex shapes as it dries The new technique by researchers

can make wood sturdy enough to be used for furniture or parts of buildings in the future Watch the full video: youtu.be/XHj4Rg8z7LU

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My question is: how did they 3D print wood?? I mean is it an article resembling wood but made of plastic or what??

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And that children is how pringles are made.

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How is that a useful feature of this substance?

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Malcolm Bacchus

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I'm particularly worried now about my chairs, tables, bed, bookcases, and roof timbers. I thought they were already made of wood and were sturdy. Help.

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Furniture made of wood, what will they think of next?

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I don't know about "complex shapes", unless those shapes are desired...Otherwise, those shapes are *flaws*! You would think a flat end result would be the target.