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Dynamic Molding (DM) · Project

Hybrid 3D Printing and Injection Molding for High-Precision Medical Device Production

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Imagine a 3D printer where the object isn't built in empty air, but inside a special powder that acts like a flexible mold. This allows the machine to print complex shapes using materials that would normally collapse or leak, like soft silicones. It's like carving a sculpture inside a block of sand that supports the material until it's finished.

By the numbers
2,500,000
EU Contribution in EUR
The business problem

What needed solving

Traditional 3D printing is too slow, wastes too much material, and lacks compatibility with essential medical-grade materials like silicones. This limits the ability to create custom, biocompatible implants quickly.

The solution

What was built

A Dynamic Molding additive manufacturing process and a validated production line compliant with ISO 13485:2016 for medical devices.

Audience

Who needs this

Medical implant manufacturersCustom prosthetic designersBiocompatible material suppliersMedical device contract manufacturers
Business applications

Who can put this to work

Medical Devices
any
Target: Implant Manufacturer

If you are an implant manufacturer dealing with the need for patient-specific Class III devices — this project developed a Dynamic Molding process that creates ultra-realistic anatomical models and biocompatible implants. This ensures higher precision and adherence to MDR 2017/745 standards.

Specialty Chemicals
SME
Target: Silicone Component Producer

If you are a silicone producer dealing with the limitations of traditional 3D printing materials — this project developed a method to successfully produce silicone solutions. This allows for faster prototyping of soft-matter components without the waste of traditional molding.

Healthcare Equipment
mid-size
Target: Personal Medical Equipment Provider

If you are a provider dealing with long production times for custom medical gear — this project developed a hybrid additive manufacturing system that combines injection molding speed with 3D printing flexibility. This reduces production wastage and expands the range of compatible materials.

Frequently asked

Quick answers

What is the cost or pricing for this technology?

Based on available project data, specific pricing for the technology is not disclosed, although the project received an EU contribution of EUR 2,500,000 for development.

Can this be scaled to industrial production?

Yes, the project has validated a production line plan and established an environment complying with ISO 13485:2016 to manufacture devices from Class I to Class III.

How is the IP or licensing handled?

Based on available project data, specific licensing terms are not mentioned, but the technology is developed by 3DEUS DYNAMICS SAS.

What regulations does this technology meet?

The production line is designed to comply with ISO 13485:2016 and the European Medical Device Regulation (MDR) 2017/745.

What is the timeline for commercial availability?

The project period runs from 2023-05-01 to 2025-10-31, with the current phase focusing on finalizing silicone development and accelerating commercial growth.

Consortium

Who built it

The project is led by a single partner, 3DEUS DYNAMICS SAS, a French SME. This 100% industry-led structure indicates a strong drive toward commercialization rather than academic research, focusing on direct market application in the medical sector.

How to reach the team

Contact 3DEUS DYNAMICS SAS in France

Next steps

Talk to the team behind this work.

Contact us to explore licensing or partnership opportunities with 3DEUS DYNAMICS.

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