One-click preparation of 3D print files (∗∗.wrl) from∗.cif (crystallographic information framework) data using Cif2VRML

Abstract

Ongoing software developments for creating three-dimensional (3D) printed crystallographic models seamlessly from Crystallographic Information Framework (CIF) data (∗cif files) are reported. Color versus monochrome printing is briefly discussed. Recommendations are made on the basis of our preliminary printing efforts. A brief outlook on new materials for 3D printing is given.