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Matthew Shomper Consults on Implant Design with Lattice Engine Tool

🇺🇸 3DPrint.com3D PrintingMon, 27 Jul 2026 12:00:48 GMT· edited
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Matthew Shomper Consults on Implant Design with Lattice Engine Tool

Matthew Shomper, with extensive experience in 3D printed medical devices, is now consulting on implant design and utilizing his implicit lattice engine design tool, F13ld.

Matthew Shomper has dedicated years to the field of 3D printed medical devices, focusing on novel geometries, advanced designs, and the creation of implants. His expertise encompasses Finite Element Analysis (FEA) optimization, navigating approval processes, and managing 510(k) submissions, alongside developing surface textures. Shomper has collaborated directly with surgeons and implant manufacturers, overseeing the complete lifecycle from initial design to the final implantation of spinal cages and plates.

Currently, Shomper is offering his consulting services for implant design. A key tool in his current work is F13ld, an implicit lattice engine design tool that he developed. He expresses strong enthusiasm for F13ld, encouraging others to explore its capabilities.

This development is highlighted within the context of a 3DPOD episode, which is sponsored by Assembrix, a company specializing in distributed additive manufacturing with secure printing solutions. Assembrix aims to safeguard intellectual property and facilitate scaled production across distributed networks through encrypted workflows, real-time monitoring, and comprehensive control over digital manufacturing processes.

Editor's Analysis — through the multi-planetary lens

Shomper's work on lattice structures for implants is significant for medical additive manufacturing. Optimized lattices can reduce material usage, improve biocompatibility, and enhance mechanical properties, aligning with the broader AM trend of creating patient-specific, high-performance medical devices. This focus on advanced design and simulation is crucial for the continued growth and adoption of AM in healthcare.

Original headline: 3DPOD 308: Engineering Design with Matthew Shomper, Not a Robot and F13LD
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Edited by the news editor with AI from the original report — please refer to the original source.

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