Case study: construction market
Parametric carport.
Design features
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Parametric design allows the generation of complex curved lattice with minimum inputs. Our lattice printers allows mass customization at minimal production cost.
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This particular shape offers extreme material efficiency. The large openings are supported by curved trusses, while a compound curvature dome lets a single layer lattice support large loads with minimal material.
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There are multiple options for covering the surface, from tiles to cost effective waterproof membranes applied to follow the curvature.
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A variety of FEA analysis can be run. In this particular example we simulate the impact of extreme wind loading.
Print time (full frame): 5h
Material cost (full frame): $2,000
Up to 5x lower cost
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Design freedom
Create more innovative designs to inspire your customers. Offer a wider catalog without any of the traditional manufacturing constraints.
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Extreme speed
Go from sketch to production in hours, not weeks. Expand your catalog and start accepting more custom orders.
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Environmentally efficient
Consume up to 90% less raw materials. Reduce transportation cost by making it more locally and lightweight.
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Safe
No welds involved: more predictable strength. The lattice is highly redundant: one failing element will not compromise the structure.
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Highly automated
Skilled metal workers are hard to find. Focus them on more creative task while our printer take the repetitive work.
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No special tooling
No need to invest in large specialized machine and custom tooling for each product. You can start producing structures of any scale on day one.