Local Motors, a pioneering company in 3D printed vehicles, is collaborating with Arizona State University (ASU) to develop cutting-edge 3D printing materials. These advanced materials are expected to play a key role in the production of future automotive components. This partnership is part of ASU's Polytechnic eProjects initiative, which aims to bridge academic research with industry innovation by involving students and faculty from the Ira A. Fulton School of Engineering in real-world projects.
At the end of last year, Local Motors unveiled the world’s first 3D printed car, Strati, and has since introduced two new designs that are set to launch later this year. The company originally aimed for their 3D printed cars to hit the roads in early 2016. Recently, they also showcased two groundbreaking 3D printed car models that will be the first fully customizable road vehicles built using Direct Digital Manufacturing (DDM) technology.
John B. Rogers, CEO and co-founder of Local Motors, emphasized the importance of the collaboration: “Our research with ASU on these materials will help us bring our first 3D printed car to the world. Our goal is to create safer vehicles than those currently on the road. Partnering with top universities will be instrumental in achieving this.â€
The Polytechnic eProjects program gives students the chance to explore various industry-sponsored projects and choose one that aligns with their interests. Each project involves a team of 4–8 students from different disciplines, working under the guidance of both university faculty and industry experts. At the end of the semester, the teams present their work at ASU’s innovative showcase.
For this particular project, Local Motors has named it "LOCO," short for Local Motors Co-Created. The LOCO program provides students and faculty with the resources and support needed to design, simulate, and manufacture test structures and systems that enhance the interlaminar strength of 3D printed automotive parts. Dr. John M. Parsey Jr., director of ASU’s eProjects, will oversee student participation in the program.
Students involved in the project will have access to Local Motors’ large-scale 3D printers located in Tempe, Arizona, which will be used to build the next generation of 3D printed vehicles. As a pioneer in DDM technology, Local Motors aims to reduce reliance on traditional molds, enable custom car production, and accelerate the time-to-market for new vehicle models.
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