Lattice structures are networks of interconnected nodes arranged in repeating or gradually varying patterns called cells.
In various fields, such as automotive parts, medical implants, running shoes, and hiking backpacks, 3D-printed components featuring lattice or honeycomb patterns are becoming increasingly common.
Natural lattices, like honeycombs, snowflakes, fences, sponges, or the Eiffel Tower, surround us and offer benefits for both part performance and production.
Traditional manufacturing processes often cannot produce complex geometries like lattices, making additive manufacturing a perfect match for lattice structures.
These designs offer benefits for both part performance and production.
Author summary: Lattice structures in 3D printing.