3D Printing Archives

HRE3D+ Project Showcases Personalization Potential of 3D Printed Wheels

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 12:00:42 +0000

The age of technology — which we are now currently living in — is allowing for automotive design to flourish in myriad ways. One of these can be seen in a new wheel from HRE called the HRE3D+. The wheels harnesses additive manufacturing, in particular 3D printing, to create something entirely bespoke, which is another rising trend in the automotive industry. Showcased at the ‘formnext’ tradeshow in Frankfurt, Germany, the HRE3D+ is the product of a partnership between HRE Wheels […]

The post HRE3D+ Project Showcases Personalization Potential of 3D Printed Wheels appeared first on Form Trends.

]]>

BMW and MIT Collaborate for Liquid Printed Pneumatics Project

Fri, 25 May 2018 08:54:30 +0000

Vehicle interiors will change drastically once full automation becomes commonplace. To that end, BMW Design has partnered with MIT’s Self-Assembly Laboratory to develop 3D printed inflatable material technologies that self-transform, adapt and morph from one state to another. They’ve called it the ‘Liquid Printed Pneumatics’ project. Showcased at London’s V&A museum’s The Future Starts Here exhibition, which explores the power of design in shaping the world of tomorrow, the cross-disciplinary study two years back with the mutual ambition to push […]

The post BMW and MIT Collaborate for Liquid Printed Pneumatics Project appeared first on Form Trends.

]]>

Review: Design Trends and Videos from Auto China 2018

Fri, 04 May 2018 08:14:23 +0000

China is the world’s largest new car market, accounting for more than a quarter of all new car sales... LOGIN OR SUBSCRIBE TO VIEW

The post Review: Design Trends and Videos from Auto China 2018 appeared first on Form Trends.

]]>

Honda Collaborates with Kabuku for 3D Printed Vehicle

Sun, 09 Oct 2016 16:43:58 +0000

Honda has collaborated with Kabuku – a product design and development company focused on 3D CAD/CG software, product development and advanced technology research – to create a 3D-printed delivery vehicle. The project was shown at the 2016 Createc Japan event on the outskirts of Tokyo. Built upon Honda’s Variable Design platform and powered by an electric drivetrain, the delivery vehicle features inexpensive 3D-printed body panels that can be easily replaced. The vehicle was developed by Kabuku’s Rinkak division, which creates […]

The post Honda Collaborates with Kabuku for 3D Printed Vehicle appeared first on Form Trends.

]]>

Airbus APWorks Division Reveals First 3D Printed Motorcycle

Sun, 29 May 2016 13:38:12 +0000

APWorks, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Airbus Group, has developed a lightweight electric motorcycle dubbed the Light Rider. The bike’s entire frame has been developed using an innovative proprietary 3D printing technique, which allows it to weigh in at a scant 35 kg (77 lbs). Propelled by a 6 kW electric motor mounted within a frame that weighs just 6 kg (13 lb), the world’s first 3D-printed electric motorcycle is said to be 30 percent lighter than conventionally manufactured electric motorcycles. […]

The post Airbus APWorks Division Reveals First 3D Printed Motorcycle appeared first on Form Trends.

]]>

Peugeot Fractal Concept Explores EV Sound and 3D Printing Techniques

Fri, 04 Sep 2015 13:46:30 +0000

The Peugeot Fractal concept is a compact urban coupe/cabriolet concept designed to explore possibilities for electric vehicle sound and 3D printing techniques. Measuring in at 3810mm in overall length and 1770mm wide, the four-wheel-drive 1000kg vehicle also has a removable top and rear hinged doors — that can be operated via a Samsung Gear S smartwatch to enhance its concept car credentials — as well as short 520mm front and rear overhangs. Developed in collaboration with Brazilian sound designer Amon […]

The post Peugeot Fractal Concept Explores EV Sound and 3D Printing Techniques appeared first on Form Trends.

]]>

Artist 3D Prints 1972 Honda CB500 Motorcycle

Thu, 15 Jan 2015 15:59:38 +0000

3D printing first appeared in the 1980s, but it’s a process that’s been rapidly gaining momentum. The process is clearly becoming more widespread, with 3D prints moving into areas previously unheard of. At CES earlier this month there was a company printing pizza and other foods, an effort initially funded by NASA so the crew could eat familiar foods while on Mars. And just last week, Local Motors was present in the Cobo halls 3D printing a full-size car in […]

The post Artist 3D Prints 1972 Honda CB500 Motorcycle appeared first on Form Trends.

]]>

Watch Local Motors 3D Print A New Car

Thu, 11 Sep 2014 11:43:38 +0000

In this technological age 3D printing is big business, and it’s only set to get bigger. Illustrating this point and the ability to print pretty much anything given the right equipment, crowd-sourcing company Local Motors has released a time-lapse video of the winning design from its 3D Printed Car Competition being built at the International Manufacturing Technology Show in Chicago. The ‘Strati’ concept, designed by Michele Anoe of Italy, beat 200 other entrants to become the winner of the inaugural […]

The post Watch Local Motors 3D Print A New Car appeared first on Form Trends.

]]>

Honda Releases 3D Data Of Concept Models

Mon, 03 Feb 2014 13:56:46 +0000

Honda has released 3D data for exterior designs of the company’s past concept models through version 4.0 of Creative Commons licenses, a new set of copyright licensing standards for the Internet age. With the data downloaded from the Honda 3D Design Archives website, Honda’s concept models can be replicated by a household 3D printer, which is becoming more popular in recent years. By offering data of its concept models, which embody Honda Design’s spirit, Honda offers opportunity to enjoy a […]

The post Honda Releases 3D Data Of Concept Models appeared first on Form Trends.

]]>

BMW i-3/60° concept

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:45:47 +0000

For the BMW i-3/60° concept created in collaboration with Kiska, Han Yong-Fei’s research and inspiration was focused on sustainable and futuristic ways to manufacture objects. The holistic approach involved rethinking the car itself by considering logistics and architecture. The result is a show car which displays an innovative solution that aims to reduce CO2 emission all around. The platform’s design is stack-able to allow easy shipping to local factories. Once assembled, the platform is fully functional. The rest of the […]

The post BMW i-3/60° concept appeared first on Form Trends.

]]>