Additive manufacturing technology plays an important role in the world of sports, using it to design and customize a variety of equipment. In many areas of sports applications,3DPrinted bicycles are undoubtedly the most common. to use3DPrinting technology makes it possible to create a lighter, faster and more comfortable bicycle while reducing manufacturing times and costs. Metallic or composite materials are most commonly used. 3D Prints due to its higher hardness. Furthermore, thanks to3DScan to customize accessories such as bicycle helmets, saddles or handlebars.
2023Year5Yue, according to Mohou.com,BIRCHto use3DPrinting technology createsElement” helmet, officially launched during the Giro d’Italia, byINEOS Grenadiers Worn by the team.
3DPrinted helmet
BIRCHspear3DPrinted “Element” helmet, which was officially launched during the Giro d’Italia andINEOS Grenadiers Carried in the fleet. This new helmet features 3D Lining of the printing pad and BIRCH of Carbon 12 Fluid Material. Although the helmet is not BIRCH The most aerodynamic or lightest helmet in the range, but it offers the highest level of safety. So if safety is your biggest concern, this might be the helmet you’ve been looking for.
△Worn during the Italian cycle race BIRCH of Element helmet
Two innovations launched with this new helmet are BIRCH of Carbon 12 Fluid And BIRCH of Multipod technology:
●Carbon 12 Fluid Is a composite material different from traditional expanded polystyrene (EPS) It can absorb more energy and redistribute it more evenly than foam.Carbon 12 FluidThe inner shell can be loweredPESThe thickness of the material improves ventilation and improves aerodynamics. Additionally, the material improves energy distribution in the event of an impact, ensuring a low-friction surface between the helmet and the impact surface.
●Multipod technology is BIRCH owner 3D To print the internal padding, use Carbon Manufactured using digital luminous additive manufacturing technology. It is an isotropic material that can better resolve rotational impact energy and improve ventilation. The material works equally well regardless of the direction of force and reduces shear stress between the head and the interior of the helmet.
△3DPrinted and manufacturedKASK Element helmet
Both technologies improve the safety of cyclists and the helmet uses lighter materials and ventilation, makingBIRCHteams are able to minimize performance degradation that might otherwise occur.
at present“Element“The price is 375.00 euros,335.00 pounds sterling,400.00 US dollars and 650.00 AUD, available in a variety of colors. Suitable for professional and semi-professional level cyclists, but is also a good choice for regular cyclists who want better protection while riding.
bicycle helmet
Many companies use additive manufacturing technology to make bicycle helmets:
●KAV Sports Created based on3DWhile working on printing hockey helmets, a3DA printed helmet that is not only customizable, but also sleek, lightweight and safer than many other helmets. To achieve this objective,KAV to use 3D The printing creates a honeycomb structure inside the helmet, adding additional reinforcement in key areas, allowing the helmet to significantly exceed helmet certification standards. 25-50%。
●German company nBorder The hope is to make cycling safer to truly become a more sustainable means of transportation. Using AutoDesk 3DSMax software and manufacturers Stratasys of F370 And J55 3D Model The printer creates a headset. The helmet has an integrated, automatically deploying airbag that protects the driver’s jaw, teeth and eyes in the event of an accident. Additionally, the head and tail come with DIRECTED the lights too DIRECTED The eye mask can be opened with a double click. most give in PYLO What stands out is his LIDAR(Light Detection and Ranging), a safety system that warns cyclists when vehicles are approaching at very high speeds. In addition, it informs the driver of potential risks associated with blind spots, thus providing optimal conditions for accident prevention.3D The printed lining and the lightweight materials the helmet is made of do not weigh down the head, making cycling a comfortable and safe means of transportation for both athletes and recreational cyclists.
●American sports technology and ice hockey equipment brandHockey BauerPositive and3Dprinter manufacturerEOSCollaborate to produce personalized products3DPrint hockey helmets.Hockey BauerScanning each customer’s head to produce a specific, truly personalized helmet is certainly key to this product. Tailored to the wearer 3D Digitally printed foam incorporates a complex and varied mesh structure to provide better comfort and breathability.3D The printed foam insert should only weigh580grams, the final product is lighter. Once the insert is manufactured, it is colored, finished and prepared for final assembly in Bauer the third generation REACT in the helmet.
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