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The first ever 3D Printed Car Design Challenge has been run and won with
Strati, a design by Michele Anoé of Italy, chosen from a field of over 200
entries submitted by contestants from more than 30 countries. As well as
winning a $5000 cash prize for his efforts from the organizers, Local
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Begun back in April, the 3D printed Car Design Challenge run by Arizona-
based crowd-source automotive firm Local Motors was created with the aim
of bringing together ideas, concepts and designs that could be shared,
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The Local Motors Forge community has been involved in many other
projects including the likes of the Verrado electric drift trike and the recent
redux on the Harley-davidson motorcycle, but this is the first time that Local
Motors has brought the community together to produce a vehicle to be
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example vehicle at this year's IMTS will go on to assist in producing a Reviews

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Runners up
Six other concepts whose innovative features may also be integrated into
the ultimate prototype were chosen for their originality and innovation.
Each of the designers of these vehicles will also receive a $1,000 runners-
up award from Local Motors for their efforts.

ISF

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Amongst the runners-up, the concept ISF (Internal Strut Frame) – selected
as community favorite by members of Local Motors’ global community –
uses vertical interior struts to support the outer-most surfaces, to save
weight whilst providing a rigid structure.

Aeroblade

Like the Internal Strut Frame concept, Aeroblade also uses structures held
vertically to support outer surfaces. This multi-layered design helps
overcome 3D printing’s difficulty in bridging horizontal gaps, which – in
something the size of a car – is quite a challenge.

3DPCX

Another selected design, the 3DPCX has a span like a bridge support down
the center, and along with sweeping structural supports, the 3DPCX is an
open and airy vehicle reminiscent of an Ariel Atom.

Supernova
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The Supernova incorporates angular design elements as part of the overall

structure of the design, that are also reflected on the interior making it look
functional and lightweight.

Mirage

Taking out an innovation award for incorporating layers to create 3D printed

crumple zones, the Mirage demonstrated a unique take by also including
manufacturing and safety factors into its design. "(The Mirage) ... is a great
looking car, offering some solid suggestions for what can be achieved with
additive manufacturing,” says Rick Neff, Manager, Market Development for
Cincinnati Incorporated.

e-Spider

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Rounding out the finalists is the e-spider. Looking like a cross between a
dune buggy, a smart car, and a Lotus Elise, the e-Spider has an innovative
roof design with integral body support structures to also allow it to double

as a convertible.
Congratulations to all of the winners and finalists.
The International Manufacturing Technology Show will be on September 8 -
13, 2014 in Chicago, Illinois. A short video on the competition can be seen
below.
Sources: IMTS, Local Motors

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9 Comments

It will be interesting to see how the auto industry will adapt 3-D
printing. More specifically, they come about a process to make body
or structural parts that meet all the various standards required for
safety and durability.
Rt1583
9th June, 2014 @ 05:24 am PDT

I think those are way cool. I think there some very creative minds out
there and this proves it.
I am glad I am not the judget for that contest. I would never be able to
chose one to win since they all look great.
As an owner of a Smart car, I think the eSpider is really cool since - as
it states in the article - it resembles the Fortwo. I think it would make a
really cool electric Smart roadster, IMO. :)
BigGoofyGuy
9th June, 2014 @ 05:38 am PDT

@Rt1583 - Provided they use the proper tool for the job that is already
a reality. Metal parts printed with a fusing metal printer are more
durable cost less to make and often stronger. If they get a high end
version they could even print micro-truss structures which are lighter
and stronger than solid metal parts. The added strength and ability to
make complex shapes with minimal parts is why SpaceX is printing
the dracov2 thruster rather than machining it.
VirtualGathis
9th June, 2014 @ 08:54 am PDT

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