Ford motors tests large scale 3D printing with lightweighting in mind

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 May 21, 2024

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NEW DELHI: Ford Motor Co. is exploring the dimensions of an all-in-one machine, becoming the first company to test Stratasysys’ Infinite Build 3D printers carmakers can print car spoilers and other automotive parts for prototyping and future vehicle production.

Stratasys Infinite Build The system can print automotive parts of virtually any shape or length, which could be a breakthrough for automotive manufacturing and provide a more efficient and cheaper way to produce small batches of molds, prototype parts or assemblies. Ford performance vehicles or customized automotive parts.

Ellen Technology Leader Ford Additive Manufacturing Research Lee “With Infinitetet” Build technology, we can now print large format tools, fixtures, and components, giving us more flexibility in design iterations.” “We are excited to use Stratasys soon. an emerging technology that will help guide the development of automotive applications and large-scale printing. ‘

The new 3D printing system is located at the Ford Research and Innovation Center in Dearborn.

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