Ultrasim® 3D Lattice Design
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What are Lattices?
3D-printed lattices are repeated patterns comprised of a network of cells, beams, and nodes. These 3D-printed micro-architectures unlock entirely new designs that have been considered before unmakeable. This allows using only one material with a whole range of different mechanical properties by finetuning the combination of lattice characteristics leading to higher comfort, better rebound, aeration, and reduced weight.
Benefits at a Glance
- Increased comfort
- Better rebound
- Cushioning
- Aeration
- Weight reduction
Lattice Characteristics
- Lattice type
- Cell size
- Beam diameter
- Aspect ratio
Lattices meets Engineering
There are millions of different lattice options to choose from. This can easily become overwhelming. But not all lattices make sense to use for any given application. This is why Forward AM developed a lattice library to understand the different mechanical performances of different lattice types (see picture). We then incorporate the know-how into a touch&feel version of our Ultrasim® 3D Lattice Test Pads to experience the wide range of properties lattices can achieve.
Ultrasim® 3D Lattice Engine builds up on the lattice expertise and combines Hyperganic algorithmic engineering with Forward AM Ultrasim® 3D Lattice Library. This way users can choose from Forward AM validated lattices and generate lattice parts instantly. Our validated lattices are based on years of experience backed up with sophisticated material models and QC process to ensure printability and depowderability.
Benefits at a Glance
- User friendly
- Access for free
- Validated Forward AM lattices
- Based on lattice library
- System integration with Forward AM material and services
Ultrasim® 3D Lattice Design Offering
Whether you are new to lattices or an expert, we have you covered. Our Ultrasim® 3D Lattice Design offering provides solutions for all skill levels. All these options are based on our high-performance Ultrasint TPU01.
Lattice Design Service
Starter
Get one of our lattice engineers to design your customized lattice design incl. partial, multi-zone lattices & more.
Foam Replacement
Premium
Use our in-house developed FEA and lattice library to mimic a foam you use today by a lattice.
Full Engineering
Enterprise
We support you in each step of the product design development for your ideal lattice design.
What you get:
STL-file of digital lattice part
Digital stress strain curves of all lattices
Customized 3D printed Ultrasim® 3D Lattice Test Pad
Digital stress-strain curves of tested foam
Full engineering support
Add-on
Ultrasim® 3D Lattice Test Pad (Footwear, Protection, Seating each 150€)
Partial skin (250€)
Multi-zone lattices (250€)
What we need from you:
- STL or any closed mesh*
- Code from our Lattice Test Pad
- STL or any closed mesh*
- Foam sample minimum 50x50x50mm
- Stress Strain Curve according to e.g. ISO3386
- 1 hour of your time to understand your problem and derive a solution concept.
Price
Starting at 490€
Starting at 2.500€
On request
Lead Time
On request
On request
On request
*Disclaimer: Limited to part size of less than 300x250x250mm; larger parts need to be segmented, which requires a segmentation concept (premium solution)
Ultrasim® 3D Lattice Design Offering
Whether you are new to lattices or an expert, we have you covered. Our Ultrasim® 3D Lattice Design offering provides solutions for all skill levels. All these options are based on our high-performance Ultrasint TPU01.
*Disclaimer: Ultrasim® Lattice Engine – beta is developed together with our partner Hyperganic. Basic customer data (contact name, company name, email address) will be shared with Hyperganic for setup of the software.
**Disclaimer: Limited to part size of less than 300x250x250mm; larger parts need to be segmented, which requires a segmentation concept (premium solution)
Real-Life Applications
Use Cases:
Motorbike Saddle
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Blazing the Comfort Trail
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The Extra Mile: Mass-Customized Bike Saddles through Additive Manufacturing
For many cyclists, their bike is much more than a means of getting from A to B – it’s part of their personality and an essential accessory to their…
Unlocking Limitless Creativity for the Furniture Industry
Since thousands of years, humans have used chairs to increase comfort. The clunky wooden structures our hardy ancestors had to endure progressively…
Protective Pads
When doing sports, rather than worry about the risk of injury we want to focus on our performance and the enjoyment it gives us. With rising consumer…
Protective Lattice Layer for Cobots
In today’s modern factories around the globe, many production steps are automated and carried out by robots. Humans sharing a workspace and…
Webinars:
Full potential for 3D Printing Materials enabled by Ultrasim® 3D Services
The next generation of Football Helmets. Learn more about how BASF 3D printing materials + services result in safer Football Helmets.
Lattice designs in AM - a game changer for a wide range of applications
Unleashing the power of lattice design – More recently, developments in Additive Manufacturing materials, and especially software have provided a breakthrough for lattice-based designs. Today already numerous 3D printed applications are taking advantage of lattice designs. Find out how ForwardAM virtual engineering service supports the use of lattices.
Protective Gear - Whats up in 3D Printing
What are the benefits of using AM to produce protective gear? Watch the webinar and learn more about the usage of lattice structures for impact and shock absorption.
How Lattices drive applications in AM Insights into various use cases
Watch the recording of our expert session at Formnext and learn how lattices revolutionize the production of customized components that require cushioning or shock absorption.
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