Recently, 3D printing car pioneer Local Motors has partnered with Arizona State University (ASU) to explore the development of advanced 3D printing materials. These new materials are expected to be used in the production of future automotive components made through 3D printing. This collaboration is part of ASU’s Polytechnic eProjects initiative, which aims to connect students and faculty from the Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering with external tech companies, offering them hands-on experience and real-world exposure.
Last year, Local Motors unveiled the world’s first 3D printed car, Strati, and has since introduced two new designs, with plans to launch them later this year. According to the company, their 3D printed vehicles are set to hit the roads as early as 2016. In addition, they recently revealed two fully customizable car models that will be manufactured using Direct Digital Manufacturing (DDM), allowing for rapid production and personalized design options.
Local Motors' new car design (1)
"Our research with ASU on these materials is crucial in advancing our vision of the world's first 3D printed car. Our ultimate goal is to create a safer vehicle than those currently on the road. Collaborating with top-tier universities like ASU helps us move closer to achieving this," said John B. Rogers, CEO and co-founder of Local Motors.
Local Motors' new car design (2)
The Polytechnic eProjects program gives participants the chance to engage with various projects offered by industry partners and choose one that aligns with their interests. Each project involves a team of 4–8 students from different disciplines, guided by both university faculty and industry experts. At the end of the semester, the results are showcased at ASU’s Innovation Showcase, highlighting student creativity and technical skills.
Local Motors’ project under the eProjects initiative is called LOCO, short for Local Motors Co-Created. This program provides students and faculty with the resources and support needed to contribute to real-world engineering challenges. The ASU-Local Motors team will work on designing, simulating, and manufacturing test structures to enhance the interlaminar strength of 3D printed automotive parts. Dr. John M. Parsey Jr., Director of ASU’s eProjects, will oversee the students involved in the program.
ASU’s project team will have access to Local Motors’ large 3D printers located in Tempe, Arizona, which will be used to build the next generation of 3D printed cars. As the first company to apply Direct Digital Manufacturing (DDM) technology in the automotive sector, Local Motors aims to eliminate the need for traditional molds, enable custom car production, and significantly reduce time-to-market for new vehicle models.
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