Additive technologies used for motorsport create inroads for space exploration

Motorsport and space are two of 3D printing's most talked about verticals and CRP USA will be showcasing how the two can be intrinsically linked at CES 2016. 

On the booth (3D Printing area Tech West Sands Expo Level 2 Hall A-C, booth #72517) CRP USA's concept, entitled 'from Racetrack to Orbit, an Additive Revolution' will show how the use of Windform Additive Manufacturing, a technology developed for motorsport industry, is now finding inroads into space exploration.

This exciting application shows how 3D printing is moving into a new exciting area. Initially 3D printers were used as an affordable and quick prototyping method. Now that a design for 3D printing methodology has taken hold, we are seeing a new philosophy moving from printing that allows parts to enabling entire new platforms with the use of Windform reinforced composite materials.

At CES 2016 CRP USA will bring on stage innovative applications starting from the electric motorcycle Energica, whose parts have been 3D printed with Windform in the designing phase. Yet, some of them are still available in the final version of the motorcycle to give the chance for a fully customization. At the show visitors will see lively the Energica Ego with special 3D printed headlight covers developed by a young designer.

Though CES is regarded, as its name suggests, as a consumer electronics show the inclusion of a company like CRP USA showcases that this isn't a show just about what is available in the here and now but how we will be using technologies in the future.