FOFUS Newsroom — November 07, 2026

Global 3D printing news focuses on large-scale metal crystals and medical wearable patches.

Meter-tall titanium crystals. Researchers from China and the US have 3D printed titanium alloy single crystals reaching one meter in height. According to 3D Printing Industry on 06 Nov 2026, the study published in Nature describes a method to overcome previous barriers in metal additive manufacturing.

Breathable drug delivery patches. A team at Jeonbuk National University created a wearable patch using traditional Korean mulberry paper. 3D Printing Industry reported on 06 Nov 2026 that the patch uses 3D printed microneedles for drug delivery and electrodes to track uric acid in sweat.

Scaling 3D printed prosthetics. HP and DyeMansion are examining the future of tailored orthotics and prosthetics. 3dprint.com reported on 06 Nov 2026 that while individual tailoring is easier now, producing these medical devices at a larger scale remains a challenge.

Formnext 2026 preparations. The 3D printing industry is preparing for the upcoming trade show in Frankfurt. 3dprint.com noted on 06 Nov 2026 that early news focuses on additive manufacturing simulation, monitoring, and inspection.

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