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3D Systems Revolutionizes Skateboard Design and Manufacturing with IoT
Overview
3D Systems Revolutionizes Skateboard Design and Manufacturing with IoTAltair |
Functional Applications - Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) | |
Aerospace Automotive | |
Product Research & Development | |
Additive Manufacturing Virtual Prototyping & Product Testing | |
Operational Impact
The use of solidThinking Inspire allowed 3D Systems to create structurally efficient designs for a 3D printed skateboard deck and trucks. The software enabled the team to generate a multitude of unique design concepts, identify weak points, and refine the winning concept into the final design. The resulting skateboard was not only structurally sound but also significantly lighter than traditional skateboards. The success of this project has opened up new possibilities for future projects, including a quadcopter design and designing prosthetics. The ease of use and efficiency of the software have made it a valuable tool for 3D Systems in their ongoing efforts to optimize designs for 3D printing. | |
Quantitative Benefit
The newly manufactured skateboard is 55% lighter than a standard skateboard assembly. | |
The entire assembly weighs just 3.4 pounds, over 50% lighter than a normal board. | |
3D Systems used solidThinking Inspire to generate 20-30 different concepts for the skateboard design. | |