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Graham Warwick
February 17, 2026
Conformal 3D printed batteries reduce weight and wasted space, increasing energy density in drones. Credit: Material Hybrid Manufacturing
Material 3D-Prints Conformal Drone Batteries A U.S. startup is commercializing technology to 3D-print conformal batteries, eliminating the space wasted and weight added when packs are built around industry-standard cylindrical or pouch cells. Miami-based Material Hybrid Manufacturing has raised $7.1…
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