Apple's New Patent Could Introduce Liquid Metal to Mobile Market

We've already read about 3D-printing . Now, a new patent awarded to Apple hints at the possibility of the company introducing liquid metals to the mobile market.

Apple is looking to incorporate 3D-printing liquid metal into its products, with the help of partner company Liquidmetal Technologies, whose patented fabrication processing rights were bought by Apple in 2010. The tech giant therefore holds the exclusive license for the development and sale of the processed liquid alloys.

According to Electronista, "The material is a group of alloys that have an atomic structure more similar to glass, with an amorphous quality." This means the alloy can be molded into very complex shapes, all while maintaining strength.