Lattice Structures
Design Processes
Repeating internal cells that make a part light, strong and impossible to mould.
In practice
Lattice structures replace solid material with a network of struts or surfaces — honeycombs, gyroids, foams — engineered to carry load while using a fraction of the mass. They can be tuned for stiffness, energy absorption, heat exchange or breathability, and they are almost exclusively a product of additive manufacturing, since no mould or cutter can reach inside them.
Questions
What is Lattice Structures?
A lattice structure is a repeating cellular geometry used inside or as a part to reduce weight and tune mechanical or thermal behaviour.
Why do you use Lattice Structures?
Lighter parts, controlled cushioning, better heat flow — properties you can dial in by changing cell shape and density rather than material.
How do you use/apply Lattice Structures?
Choose a cell type for the behaviour you need, set density and gradient across the part, generate it in lattice software, and print it.
When do you use Lattice Structures?
For padding, impact protection, lightweight structure, heat sinks and anywhere a solid part is wasteful.
Who uses Lattice Structures?
Industrial designers, product engineers and anyone designing for 3D printing.
