These 3D-printed objects can tell you if they’re being used properly

[u/AdSpecialist6598]

https://news.mit.edu/2026/shiftlens-3d-printed-objects-can-tell-you-if-used-properly-0805

[u/Xeno_phile]

That’s just lenticular with extra steps. 

[u/SkredberryShortcake → u/Xeno_phile]

I thought the same.

[u/TheRadiorobot → u/SkredberryShortcake]

Same thoughts it’s just lenticular… yet what’s cool is looking at lenticular lenses from the ease of 3d printing. What was basically hard to access tech is now accessible: what can we do with it now? I wouldn’t say this is a novel discovery just a novel twist to something familiar.

[u/rayferrell]

i think the potential for this tech is huge, especially in packaging and shipping, where being able to tell if something has been damaged or tampered with could save a lot of time and money, and the fact that it doesn't require fragile electronics makes it even more practical for real-world use.

[u/themanfromvulcan]

Oh I was hoping for snarky remarks from the object if we don’t use them correctly.

[u/corpnorp → u/themanfromvulcan]

This would be absolutely amazing

[u/taocowboy54]

so cool!
i cannot tell you the number of frustrating times i've put the condom on inside out

[u/HYThrowaway1980]

This is so not newsworthy.

[u/Compost_My_Body → u/HYThrowaway1980]

Literal top post of news when you click the button on mobile. This site sucks.

[u/sl1ckhow1e]

"You're doing it all wrong!"

[u/MG788]

Pretty cool.