Public Company Information: NASDAQ: ADSK  "The Spark platform is set to accelerate manufacturing innovation,"  SAN FRANCISCO – (BUSINESS WIRE) – Earlier this year, Autodesk announced its vision for Spark, an open platform designed to simplify and enhance the 3D printing process. This new tool aims to make it easier to print 3D models while giving users more control over how those models are fabricated. Now, Autodesk has joined forces with Local Motors, a pioneer in open-source hardware development, to integrate Spark into the creation of the Strati—the world’s first 3D-printed car. "Spark is positioned to drive significant advancements in manufacturing," said Alex Fiechter, head of community management at Local Motors. "From capturing our ideas more precisely to guiding Design for Additive Manufacturing (DFAM) and streamlining the generation of machine code, Spark will enable us to transform digital designs into physical parts much faster than before." The Strati, recently unveiled, is being developed by the Local Motors team at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Manufacturing Demonstration Facility (MDF) at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL), one of the top centers for additive manufacturing research. The vehicle design was selected from a global co-creation community, and as the project moves forward, Local Motors plans to use Spark, marking the first large-scale industrial application of the platform. "We see great potential in the Spark platform for industrial applications," said Samir Hanna, vice president and general manager at Autodesk. "This partnership aligns perfectly with our goal to push the limits of large-format 3D printing and redefine how products are designed and manufactured." To support the Strati project, ORNL and Cincinnati Incorporated modified a 6.5’ x 13’ laser cutter, adding custom hardware to turn it into a massive 3D printer known as BAAM (Big Area Additive Manufacturing). Spark will help bridge the gap between digital design and physical production, making it easier to visualize and optimize 3D prints. Local Motors claims that the Strati simplifies the automotive assembly process by leveraging community input, advanced tools, and software like Spark. This approach could lead to a dramatic reduction in the number of components in a vehicle’s Bill of Materials—from 25,000 parts down to under 50. With 3D printing, manufacturers can easily modify or even redesign vehicles without significant cost or time investment. About Autodesk Autodesk empowers people to imagine, design, and create a better world. From architects and engineers to digital artists and students, Autodesk's software helps users unlock their creativity and solve complex challenges. Learn more at autodesk.com or follow @autodesk on social media. About Local Motors Local Motors is transforming the way hardware is created by connecting global communities with local micro-manufacturing. Their platform allows anyone to design, build, and sell innovative machines. Through collaborative problem-solving, they bring cutting-edge hardware to market quickly. With a growing network of micro-factories, Local Motors is shaping the future of product development and consumer engagement. Visit localmotors.com to learn more. Autodesk is a registered trademark of Autodesk, Inc., and/or its subsidiaries and/or affiliates in the USA and/or other countries. All other brand names, product names, or trademarks belong to their respective holders. Autodesk reserves the right to change product and service offerings, specifications, and pricing at any time without notice and is not responsible for typographical or graphical errors in this document. © 2014 Autodesk, Inc. All rights reserved.  Contact: Autodesk, Inc. Environmental protection material production equip Environmental protection equipment refers to mechanical products, structures, and systems manufactured and constructed by production units or construction and installation units for controlling environmental pollution and improving environmental quality. Environment,equipment,material ChangZhou FENGJU Machinery Equipment CO., LTD , https://www.fengjumachinery.com
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