Objet Elevates Architectural Design, Reduces Time & Costs at Camerino University - Objet - #2

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“During my research projects I often create very complex shapes that are affected by errors on the surfaces. So, early localization of potential errors, which is possible thanks to Objet models, reduces wasted time.” Frattari continues: “With Objet, it’s possible to use different model materials to obtain complex shapes that are smoothly surfaced and have all the fine details that are in my designs. Often I don’t need to paint the model because the VeroWhite and DurusWhite model materials provide very satisfactory visualization for my needs.” Thanks to Objet, we can touch the results of 210 days of work. I had a stadium in my mind, and now it's in my hands! He notes that for the purposes of his research, it is not possible to create a true scale model using common techniques involving cardboard and laser cutting machines. ”I need a technology that is rapid and easy. Time compression is very important. The Objet machine is easy to operate like a common office printer, and the software does not require any special skill. It prints very quickly, so we can move from concept to reality very quickly. And, we can rapidly create additional prototypes after modifying the design,” says Frattari. This enables him to get instant feedback from his advisors, thus reducing the entire design and research process. Objet brings complex stadium design to life One particularly complex research project, a stadium that Frattari calls “Colossus”, is an excellent example of how the PhD student is utilizing Objet’s 3D printing capabilities to push the edges of design innovation. The stadium concept was generated using a highly innovational computational technique that reproduces the natural behavior of life forms. In all, Frattari devoted 210 work days to developing and modifying the concept, using Objet’s 3D printer in the first, intermediate and final stages of the design process. “The results were impossible to materialize without the use of Objet’s technology,” says Frattari. “I used the Eden machine to evaluate the first and intermediate results as only with a true model could I really understand and analyze these organic forms. Colussus is alive!” info@objet.com www.objet.com Objet Geometries Ltd. Headquarters 2 Holtzman st., Science Park, P.O Box 2496, Rehovot 76124, Israel T: +972-8-931-4314 F: +972-8-931-4315 Objet Geometries Inc. North America 5 Fortune Drive Billerica, MA 01821 USA T: +1-877-489-9449 F: +1-866-676-1533 Objet Geometries GmbH Europe Airport Boulevard B 210 77836 Rheinmünster Germany T: +49-7229-7772-0 F: +49-7229-7772-990 Objet Geometries AP Asia Pacific Unit28, 10/f, HITEC 1 Trademart Drive Kowloon Bay, Kowloon Hong Kong T: +852-217-40111 F: +852-217-40555 Objet Geometries AP Limited China Rep Office Rm1701, CIMIC Tower, 1090 Century Blvd, Pudong Shanghai 200120 China T: +86-21-5836-2468 F: +86-21-5836-2469 Objet Geometries Ltd., the innovation leader in 3D printing, develops, manufactures and globally markets ultra-thin-layer, high-resolution 3-dimensional printing systems and materials that utilize PolyJet™ polymer jetting technology, to print ultra-thin 16-micron layers. The market-proven Eden™ line of 3D Printing Systems and the Alaris™30 3D desktop printer are based on Objet’s patented office-friendly PolyJet™ Technology. The Connex™ family is based on Objet’s PolyJet Matrix™ Technology, which jets multiple model materials simultaneously and creates composite Digital Materials™ on the fly. All Objet systems use Objet’s FullCure® materials to create accurate, clean, smooth, and highly detailed 3D parts. About Objet Geometries Objet’s solutions enable manufacturers and industrial designers to reduce cost of product development and dramatically shorten time-to-market of new products. Objet systems are in use by world leaders in many industries, such as Education, Medical / Medical Devices & Dental, Consumer Electronics, Automotive, Toys, Consumer Goods, and Footwear industries in North America, Europe, Asia, Australia, and Japan. Founded in 1998, Objet serves its growing worldwide customer base through offices in USA, Mexico, Europe, Japan, China and Hong Kong, and a global network of distribution partners. Objet owns more than 50 patents and patent pending inventions. Visit www.objet.com. © 2010 Objet, Quadra, QuadraTempo, PolyJet, FullCure, SHR, Eden, Eden250, Eden260, Eden260V, Eden330, Eden350, Eden350V, Eden500V, Job Manager, Objet Studio, CADMatrix, Connex, Connex350, Connex500, Alaris, Alaris30, PolyLog, TangoBlack, TangoBlackPlus TangoGray, TangoPlus, VeroBlue, VeroWhite, VeroBlack, VeroGray, Durus, Digital Materials, Polyjet Matrix and ObjetGreen are trademarks of Objet Geometries Ltd. and may be registered in certain jurisdictions. All other trademarks belong to their respective owners. Q1/10