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Tesla Aims to Produce Cars with 3D Printing

Tesla is set to revolutionize the electric car manufacturing process. Elon Musk, the company's CEO, has long supported the “unboxed” manufacturing approach, where larger car components are produced and then assembled. Now, Tesla is taking another step forward by testing new, larger 3D printers capable of crafting almost an entire car body. This new technique combines 3D printing with industrial sand. The process offers Tesla greater flexibility in design, cost, and production time. This method could bring Tesla closer to Musk's objective of reducing production costs. Tesla's car molding process is also efficient: they can produce a Model Y in just 10 hours, three times faster than their competitors.

Revolutionary Step in Footwear: 3D-Printed Insoles

The footwear industry has reached a new milestone thanks to the innovative development of a German company. Using advanced technology, the company produces insoles for shoes through 3D printing. Based on customers' foot impressions taken at home, these personalized insoles are created, ensuring a perfect fit and comfort. Thanks to this unique approach, shoes can now satisfy demands not only in appearance but also in providing a perfect fit to individual foot shapes. Industry experts believe that this technological innovation will become a standard in the near future, one that no footwear manufacturer can afford to miss if they want to remain competitive in the market. This also implies that it will be imperative for these companies to establish and maintain their own 3D printing facilities, tailored to their specific needs.

3D-printed Vegan Salmon Now Available on Store Shelves

The revolutionary product will be available in Austrian supermarkets from September 14, thanks to the food tech startup Revo Foods. Named "THE FILET – Inspired by Salmon," this item is the first 3D-printed vegan seafood, and in general, the first 3D-printed product to hit supermarket shelves.

This news comes based on a press release sourced from Interesting Engineering. The production cost of the salmon made using 3D printing methods is significantly lower, allowing the company to sell the product with a considerable profit margin.

The goal of the 3D-printed fish is to provide an eco-friendly alternative to traditional fishing and aquaculture practices. Many fish species are endangered due to overfishing, leading to the destruction of natural habitats and pollution.

Europe Leads in 3D Printing Surge Over the Past Decade

The European Patent Office (EPO) has released data highlighting the swift rise in patent applications within the realm of 3D printing technology.

In the past decade, 3D printing has experienced growth at a rate eight times faster than the average of all technologies, as per EPO's findings. Also termed as additive manufacturing, 3D printing boasts a myriad of uses, such as the construction of buildings, lab-grown fish, and even the creation of 3D printed candies and chocolates.

EPO's study indicates a substantial leap in 3D printing over the past ten years, with patents in this field growing at an average rate of 26.3% annually between 2013 and 2020.

EPO President, António Campinos, remarked, “With this study, we offer a global perspective on the 3D printing revolution, providing insights on the scope and implications of this technological trend based on international patent data.”

Both Europe and the USA are at the forefront of the race for 3D printing innovation. Since 2001, over 50,000 IPFs related to 3D printing technologies have been filed globally, with 39.8% stemming from the USA and Europe contributing a 32.9% share. Within Europe, Germany stands out as the clear leader with a 41% stake, followed by France at 12%.

EPO's report also underscores the evolving landscape of the 3D printing market. While established engineering firms were once the primary players, numerous startups are now entering the scene.

Agile Space Industries Develops Revolutionary 3D-Printed Lunar Rocket Engine

Agile Space Industries plans to produce hyperbolic rocket engines using a cutting-edge Ni625 powder, primarily intended for missions to the Moon. A significant 85% of the engine components are already being produced through 3D printing, underscoring the growing importance of this technology in industrial manufacturing. Thanks to the undeniable advantages of 3D printing, Agile has been able to significantly reduce development time; for instance, the new A2200 engine was developed in just a year. This engine boasts a special capability: it can shift from 50% to 100% thrust in just 650 milliseconds, which is incredibly beneficial for challenging lunar missions. This emergence of 3D printing in the aerospace sector highlights that the technology has become a central element in industrial production and promises to play an even bigger role in the future.

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