Tailoring mechanical properties in 3D printed multimaterial architected structures.

In recent years, significant advancements have been made in developing architected materials, known for their benefits like being lightweight, customizable mechanical performance, and excellent energy absorption. The capabilities of 3D printing technology have facilitated the emergence of a diverse range of architected structures, featuring various unit cell types and geometries for different applications. This study explores the unique opportunity offered by multimaterial 3D printing in fine-tuning the mechanical performance of architected structures.