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Utilizing Stratasys 3D printing, qbrobotics can perfect the design of personalized, functional prototypes that can endure strenuous functional tests
Robotics research and development company, qbrobotics has incorporated additive manufacturing methods to its production processes using a Stratasys Fortus 250 3D Printer.
The Italian firm has been able to produce customised sample robotics more quickly and cost-effectively than via more traditional methods.
Using Stratasys’ high-endurance ABSplus printing material, the company has reduced its prototyping costs of its portfolio by 90% since introducing 3D printing in-house. A pioneer in the next generation of soft robotics – a sub-field of robotics, concerned with non-rigid robots constructed with soft and deformable materials – qbrobotics also believes Stratasys’ 3D printing technology has enhanced the quality of its products as well as the downtime spent on making them.
“Our robotics play a direct role in people’s lives and this, by its very nature, demands extensive research and functional testing to ensure that they pass the required safety regulations,” said Fabio Bonomo, CEO and Electronics Designer, qbrobotics. “3D printing allows us to develop robotics with the best functionality, ergonomics and aesthetics to meet the individual customer’s requirements – without the usual and considerable time and cost issues.”
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Stratasys Fortus 250
qbrobotics has incorporated additive manufacturing methods to its production processes using a Stratasys Fortus 250 3D Printer.
Now with the ability to pinpoint design flaws in earlier phases of the production process, qbrobotics has streamlined its workflow and eradicated the subsequent rework, which previously would mean a significant increase in the time-to-market. It would also mean an increase in labour costs further along the production line. Now, with time-saving 3D technology, any design iterations that need to be carried out can be done within just a few days, as opposed to the three weeks it previously took.
“In our industry, time costs money and since integrating 3D printing within our design process, we can produce personalised, fully functional prototypes 85% faster than our previous methods,” Bonomo added. “Crucially, we’re able to achieve this without compromising on the quality or functionality of the robotics for performance evaluation.”
Meanwhile, Stratasys’ Italian Sales Manager has voiced his pleasure at the company’s technology helping another client work more creatively and efficiently.
“qbrobotics represents a great example of how 3D printing provides product designers with complete flexibility and cost-effective design freedom,” said Giuseppe Cilia. “In industries where customisation is integral – in this case robotics – this enables companies to save time and money while developing more advanced, functional prototypes.”
