Tandon Research on 3D Printing Security Ranks at the Top

Just like any technology linked to the internet, 3D printers can be hacked, and computer design files can be stolen. Nikhil Gupta, an associate professor of mechanical engineering, and his colleagues created a method of hiding 3D QR (Quick Response) tags in printed parts as a way to prove their legitimacy. The news was cited as one of the top 10 most exciting developments of the year by top industry publication 3Dprint.com.