University demonstrates a lesson in 3D printing

Posted on 19 Nov 2014 by The Manufacturer

Aachen University has utilised Stratasys' largest multi-material 3D printer, Objet1000 3D Production System, to build a fully functional prototype electric car in just 12 months.

Described by the German institution as “paradigm-breaking”, the StreetScooter project began in 2010 with the goal of developing an electric car that rivalled conventional vehicles on price with realistic performance, safety and sustainability. The StreetScooter C16 was built using the large format Objet1000 Multi-material 3D Production System for all its exterior plastic parts, including the…

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