When these charged droplets come into contact with the surface of the print they collect any substances deposited on it, creating a thin liquid film.

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"The pencil skirt has the perfect shape to highlight a print because it's a really clean surface, " said designer Joseph Altuzarra of the high-waisted, nipped-in style to which he returns season after season.

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And because the company uses capsules rather than beads, it can mix them with a binding agent and print its electronic ink on to almost any surface, just as though it were real ink.

ECONOMIST: Showing off

Mr Perry's art relies heavily on drawing, whether he is marking the surface of a vase or making a print.

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There was no visible wood grain in the print, and its shape indicated it was taken from a curved surface, not a flat one.

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No longer limited to low-end FDM machines, users can now print parts with the complex geometries, exquisite details, and beautiful surface finish necessary for professional quality design and digital fabrication.

ENGADGET: FORM 1 delivers high-end 3D printing for an affordable price, meets Kickstarter goal in 1 day