http://www.dailymail.co.uk/sciencetech/article-2756181/History-making-The-futuristic-3D-printed-car-just-40-parts-costs-11-000-takes-44-hours-build.html
Futuristic, innovative, and made up of 40 parts as opposed to the standard 20,000 components, the Strati is the first ever 3D printed car. But what does that mean? It means that nearly all of the car (that is the chassis and the body of the car) is made using a giant 3D printer, which can create almost anything of three-dimensional form. However the tires, seats, wheels, battery,
wiring, suspension, electric motor and window shield were made using
conventional methods. Is this not a stride towards future technology? Taking a step towards a world in which people can build a car in the comfort of their house with a machine. While this specific incredible car may not be for sale, Local Motors CEO John Rogers has communicated the desire to offer 3D-printed
cars for between £11,000 to £18,000 ($18,000 to $30,000) each, after being the first company to make the car using carbon fiber reinforced thermoplastic.
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Imagine being able to build anything from a small piece of plastic to a car! Such futuristic concepts have already been introduced to us, all that is left is to make that artifact available to the public by making it more affordable. Already have I seen a 3D printer through a friend last year! He brought a detailed plastic hand sculpture which he designed, but had made by his own 3D printer. This new creating makes me wonder if it can cause a change in the way that we obtain manufactured goods, and, hopefully, change our lives positively!
I agree, it definitely is a step closer to a manufacturing revolution. Although, mass production can also have its lows, but this truly is a break through.
ReplyDeleteThe body of the car is a huge step in building one, so this would definitely speed up production, but how safe is it? just because it was made faster and cooler doesn't mean it's the best way.
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