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Sustainability Times
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Sustainability Times
'Built From Trash, Born to Roam': New 3D-Printed Off-Road Robot Conquers Rough Terrain Using Only Recycled Materials
IN A NUTSHELL 🌿 The world's first fully 3D-printed off-road robot is made entirely from recycled materials to promote sustainability. to promote sustainability. 🚜 Developed by a European consortium, the robot is designed for military logistics , agriculture , and infrastructure inspection . , , and . 📡 Equipped with 360° cameras , LiDAR , and Starlink connectivity , it offers real-time remote operation and intelligent navigation. , , and , it offers real-time remote operation and intelligent navigation. 🏠 The consortium also created a 3D-printed caravan using recycled plastics, highlighting the potential of sustainable manufacturing. In a groundbreaking development for sustainable technology, a European consortium has unveiled a revolutionary 3D-printed off-road robot made entirely from recycled materials. This incredible innovation comes in the wake of increasing global efforts to promote eco-friendly solutions in various industries. Developed by Lemki Robotix of Ukraine, iSCALE 3D of Germany, and Zeykan Robotics of the Czech Republic, this robot is designed to tackle some of the most demanding tasks across diverse fields. With its robust construction and autonomous capabilities, the robot signifies a major step forward in both robotics and environmental conservation. The Advent of Eco-friendly Robotics Unveiled at a prominent 3D printing expo in Lyon, France, the world's first fully 3D-printed autonomous ground robot, constructed entirely from recycled materials, has captured significant attention. This collaboration between Lemki Robotix, iScale 3D, and Zeykan Robotics marks a significant leap in eco-friendly engineering. Every component of this rugged off-road robot, from its sealed body to its airless wheels and structural rims, is 3D-printed using recycled materials. The body is crafted from glass fiber-reinforced recycled polypropylene, ensuring durability in harsh conditions. Moreover, the robot is equipped with 360° cameras, LiDAR, and Starlink satellite connectivity, enabling real-time remote operation. It features an onboard neural network that processes sensor data for intelligent navigation, making it capable of operating autonomously in GPS-denied environments. The design not only meets the demands of military logistics, disaster response, and agricultural operations but also serves as a proof of concept for the potential of large-format 3D printing to revolutionize automation and mobility. 'They Morph Like Liquid Metal': Scientists Reveal Mini-Robot Swarm That Shape-Shifts Just Like in Sci-Fi Movies Innovations Beyond Robotics The consortium behind the off-road robot is no stranger to innovation. Prior to this, Lemki Robotics and iSCALE 3D developed a pioneering 3D-printed caravan prototype from fiberglass and over 7,000 recycled plastic bottles. This initiative is poised to redefine mobile living and sustainable manufacturing. Claimed to be the world's first fully 3D-printed mobile home, the eight-meter-long, three-meter-tall structure is printed as a single unit. The shell is made from reinforced recycled polypropylene and is enhanced with durable fiberglass, maintaining strength despite its slim nine-millimeter-thick walls. This advancement in 3D-printed housing mobility emphasizes the versatility of 3D printing technology in creating sustainable living solutions. The caravan not only highlights the capability of 3D printing in manufacturing large structures with minimal environmental impact but also showcases the potential for innovative housing solutions that are both sustainable and cost-effective. These Creeping Vineyard Robots Use Insect-Like Legs to Annihilate Weeds With Ruthless Precision and Rock-Bottom Costs Applications and Impact The applications of this off-road robot are vast, encompassing military logistics, search and rescue missions, precision agriculture, and infrastructure inspection. Its hermetically sealed design allows it to traverse shallow water bodies and endure harsh outdoor environments, making it indispensable for challenging missions. The robot's modular design and recyclable construction facilitate local manufacturing worldwide with consistent quality, significantly reducing the environmental footprint and production costs. With optional Starlink connectivity for remote operation in low-infrastructure regions, the robot's control system is further enhanced. This capability ensures it can function effectively in remote and challenging terrains, which is crucial for operations in underdeveloped areas. The project underscores the growing significance of integrating sustainable practices in advanced technology development, setting a precedent for future innovations in the field. 'Mind-Controlled Roaches Are Real': Scientists Use UV Helmets to Wirelessly Command Cockroach Cyborgs in Chilling New Experiment Future Prospects and Challenges The launch of this 3D-printed robot opens up numerous possibilities for the future of robotics and sustainable manufacturing. As industries continue to seek environmentally responsible solutions, the success of this project could inspire further exploration of 3D printing technology in various sectors. However, challenges remain in scaling production and ensuring that the technology can be adapted to meet specific needs across different regions and industries. As we move forward, the role of sustainable technology in shaping the future of robotics cannot be underestimated. This innovation not only addresses immediate needs but also lays the groundwork for a more sustainable and efficient future. How will the continued integration of recycled materials in advanced robotics influence the trajectory of sustainable technology in the coming years? Our author used artificial intelligence to enhance this article. Did you like it? 4.6/5 (28)
WIRED
3 days ago
- Science
- WIRED
This New Watch Is Being Purpose-Built for Space Exploration—and It's Not an Omega
A small company is vying to take on the Moonwatch with a cutting-edge, 3D-printed lightweight timepiece that's fit for EVAs, can be fixed on the ISS, and capable of keeping time in the harshest environment known to humans. When you think of space exploration and watches, one name immediately comes to mind: Omega. Since its Speedmaster chronograph was selected by NASA half a century ago it has become synonymous with space travel. The timing of a 13-second engine burn to save Apollo 13 cemented its role in space history, and Omega has not missed a single opportunity to deepen the partnership, from officially naming it the Moonwatch to creating endless commemorative limited editions (even if it is by no means the only watch that's left our planet.) Now, with private spaceflight proliferating and manned missions to the Moon back on NASA's agenda, a Californian start-up wants to establish a new standard for space watches. Barrelhand, whose watches draw on expertise in 3D printing and materials science, says that its Monolith will be the only watch purpose-built for space exploration. 'Space is the harshest environment we've ever gone to,' says founder Karel Bachand. 'When we first did it 50 years ago, there were no tools for it. NASA just tried to find off-the-shelf watches that were the best available. When the Speedmaster was selected it was never designed with space in mind, it just happened to pass the tests better than others. There was still plenty of room for improvement.' Bachand says that even during testing, NASA's engineers flagged that the Speedmaster's accuracy suffered under extreme temperatures or acceleration, and there were other known issues, too. 'Lume was flaking off,' says Bachand, 'or the strap was getting caked up with moon dust, because it's Velcro. There are tons of opportunities for improvements, but in the last 50 years, there's been no innovation, especially for such a key tool that's life or death in space exploration.' Omega would say that its Speedmaster Skywalker X-33 model, which has been tested and qualified for use in space by the European Space Agency, is the modern answer to the Speedmaster. But it has some shortcomings—for instance, it is not certified for EVA (Extra Vehicular Activity). 'The X-33 was a great step forward', says Bachand, 'But is only rated for Intra-Vehicular Activity use due to the electronics on board. The liquid crystal display would essentially freeze up on a spacewalk. You need mechanical performance; something that can keep track of time when all other systems fail.' Quartz watches such as the X-33 would also be vulnerable to the higher levels of radiation in outer space, which can damage various electronic components. A mechanical watch has no such trouble, but needs to be able to function in a more extreme range of temperatures than it would ever face on earth. The Monolith, which is still in its prototype stage, uses a modified Sellita SW300-1b movement. Chosen for its rugged nature and ease of service, the movement has been upgraded by Barrelhand for improved magnetic resistance, shock resistance and daily accuracy of +/- four seconds. Bachand, who has a degree in mechanical engineering as well as experience designing clinostat machinery (devices used to study the effects of microgravity on lifeforms) for NASA, founded Barrelhand in 2014. The company produced its first watch, the Project One, in 2020; listed as one of 20 semifinalists for the LVMH Watch Prize, it was a showcase for the 3D-printed construction that is at the heart of the Monolith design. Bachand, who says that engineering for extreme temperature is the single hardest challenge to overcome, is evangelical about the potential for additive manufacturing to solve this, and other problems. By designing a case with an air pocket within its walls, Bachand was able to construct an insulating layer that allows the Monolith to work between the staggeringly inhospitable temperature range between -120°C (-184°F) and +120°C (248°F). It has also allowed Barrelhand to work with high-performance materials: the Monolith case is printed from something called 'scalmalloy', an alloy of scandium, aluminum and magnesium that's usually used in small-scale aerospace components. 'We get the same strength specs as titanium for half the weight, which is insane' says Bachand, 'The watch weighs around one ounce—about 32 to 33 grams. We're not designing it to be an ultralight watch, but for space exploration, every gram counts. To send one kilogram to the moon right now costs about $1.4m—so if you can shave a couple of grams off, it makes a difference.' While EVA use might be the most extreme scenario, Bachand says there is also an enormous amount of innovation required to make a watch that's genuinely suited for use within the ISS or other spacecraft. He has given the Monolith a shatter-proof crystal that dents under impact, for example, to avoid 'floating shrapnel.' The movement screws have been redesigned to make the watch serviceable with standard tools already found on the space station. Bachand even threw out the industry-standard rubber gaskets used to seal a watch case against water. 'That will start to degrade below -40°C,' he says. 'We looked at the airlocks for the ISS and found a partner that can make an O-ring seal with a similar chemical makeup—an aerospace grade fluorosilicone that won't get brittle when it freezes.' Every single component has been considered for properties that wouldn't even be considered on Earth—such as the phenomenon of 'outgassing', the emission of absorbed gases into the surrounding atmosphere. 'If you've ever opened up a plastic product off Amazon you'll remember being greeted by a harsh chemical smell, commonly known as VOCs [volatile organic compounds]. On Earth, we can just crack open a window and air it out, but the ISS does not have that luxury,' says Bachand, explaining why the Monolith uses only materials that don't emit VOCs. As well as reimagining the idea of a space-going watch, Barrelhand says that in the process (more or less by default) it will create a tool watch that can cope with anything on Earth. For instance, the Monolith is pressure-tested to depths of 580 meters. Bachand says that here, too, the use of 3D printing is key, and that, slowly, they are changing perceptions of a technology generally only associated with design prototyping. 'We used Project One as a research platform to test new metal 3D printing. For watches, it's kind of the holy grail of engineering: It's super small and super precise,' says Bachand. 'If you can make a movement bridge, you've really shown the maturity of the technology. When I show that [to watchmakers], it's exciting for them.' Nevertheless, the end goal is to see the Monolith used in space—and that may prove to be a challenge that goes beyond pure engineering ability. Bachand says that submitting equipment to NASA is a bureaucratic, timely process, and that Omega's half-century of investment will present its own obstacles. While he follows the official route, Barrelhand is simultaneously taking a 'grass roots' approach, courting individual astronauts and scientists who can potentially be more easily convinced of its merits. 'Everyone that we've spoken to really understands the mission and sees the need for it, the need for innovation and to continue improving on any tool,' says Bachand. 'A lot of astronauts are watch collectors, but they're also just interested in tools and innovation. They don't always care about history or the status quo; they just want whatever's the best. When people get it in their hands and understand the specs, and the thought behind it all, I think it's going to be a no-brainer.' additions: The huge blocks of our Aerolight ceramic use C3 Swiss superluminova in X1 grade making it the brightest lume pigments commercially available. The pigments get baked into a large custom ceramic block making them glow much brighter than traditional lume paints and last far longer since the larger volume serves as a battery to store the light it absorbs during the day. The block extends underneath the top layer of the dial providing the same long lasting lume effect even on the smallest sub second indices strap can switch between IVA and EVA modes with the latest Chrono-Grip -
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Dassault Systèmes and Patrick Jouin Unveil "Ta.Tamu," Their Latest Collaboration Redefining Traditional Design
is a lightweight chair 3D-printed in a folded position, created on Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform to showcase a bold reinvention of design for the generative economy AI-powered virtual twins and a frugal approach to materials by designers and engineers leveraged biomimicry and data to optimize the chair's design for 3D printing without assembly A collaborative virtual experience integrating thinking, modeling and simulation early in the design process enhanced ideation and concept development PARIS, June 25, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: FR0014003TT8, and the French designer Patrick Jouin today unveiled " a lightweight, 3D-printed and functional chair, co-created using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud. serves as a proof of concept for emerging, generative design processes that combine AI-powered virtual twins and the frugal use of materials to drive the generative economy. is the result of a four-year dialogue between Patrick Jouin's intuitive design approach and Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Designers and engineers redefined how a chair could be conceived — challenging traditional design methods, pushing formal and structural limits, and inventing new ways to minimize matter. Developed through enhanced ideation and concept development, and a life cycle assessment integrated early in the process, pioneering aesthetics were inspired by biomimicry and the structural logic of the human body, such as bone density and joint articulation. The light yet robust lattice structure weighs just 8.6 pounds (3.9 kg), can support 220 pounds (100 kg), and can be 3D printed in a flat, folded position without needing assembly. "Nature uses only the energy and materials it needs. We wanted to apply this very simple philosophy to the development of With the help of new collaborative technologies of Dassault Systèmes, we are now able to come up with new ideas and make them possible, creating more efficiently while producing less waste, right from the design process," said Jouin. Collaborating around an AI-powered virtual twin, design teams modeled and simulated the behavior of complex assembled components, using topological optimization to refine every joint, unfolding articulation, and zone of pressure and support. At each stage, the design evolved in real time through close interaction with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, with changes updated and visible in the virtual twin. Teams modified the chair's geometry while balancing its aesthetics, resulting in an optimal design where gesture, function, and structure converge in a chair that weighs 75% less than it would have weighed at full density. "To improve the world we live in, we have to change the way we produce, design and use materials. represents a call to action for industry to embrace a generative economy instead of continuing to create without limits," said Anne Asensio, Vice President Design Experience, Dassault Systèmes. " was created with the technology used to innovate sustainably in industrial contexts. As a science-based company, we want to create value for society in every aspect of people's lives through our 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Design processes integrating modeling and simulation from the start lead to innovations that improve real life." ### About Dassault SystèmesDassault Systèmes is a catalyst for human progress. Since 1981, the company has pioneered virtual worlds to improve real life for consumers, patients and citizens. With Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform, 370,000 customers of all sizes, in all industries, can collaborate, imagine and create sustainable innovations that drive meaningful impact. For more information, visit: About Patrick JouinPatrick Jouin is a French designer and a graduate of ENSCI–Les Ateliers. In 1999, he founded his industrial design studio, Patrick Jouin iD. A pioneer in the use of 3D printing for furniture design, he created the Solid collection in 2004, the first series of furniture pieces produced directly from digital files, without molds or assembly. This milestone marked the beginning of an in-depth exploration of new ways to design and manufacture, rethinking forms, gestures, and structures in light of emerging technologies. Through objects such as One Shot, Bloom, and the monolithic bench at the Palais de Tokyo, Patrick Jouin has revealed the ability of these tools to generate intuitive, lightweight, and sometimes otherwise unattainable forms. Since 2019, he has been engaged in an experimental collaboration with Anne Asensio and the teams at Dassault Systèmes, exploring generative design, folding, and deployability. View source version on Contacts Dassault Systèmes Press Contacts Corporate / FranceArnaud +33 (0)1 61 62 87 73 North AmericaNatasha +1 (508) 449 8097 EMEAVirginie +33 (0) 1 61 62 84 21 ChinaGrace +86 10 6536 2288 JapanReina +81 90 9325 2545 KoreaJeemin +82 2 3271 6653 IndiaPriyanka +91 9886302179 AP SouthHazel +65 8333 3484 Patrick Jouin iD Studio Press Contacts communication@ ylecomte@ +33 1 55 28 89 15
Associated Press
3 days ago
- Business
- Associated Press
Dassault Systèmes and Patrick Jouin Unveil 'Ta.Tamu,' Their Latest Collaboration Redefining Traditional Design
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jun 25, 2025-- Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: FR0014003TT8, and the French designer Patrick Jouin today unveiled ' a lightweight, 3D-printed and functional chair, co-created using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud. serves as a proof of concept for emerging, generative design processes that combine AI-powered virtual twins and the frugal use of materials to drive the generative economy. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: Dassault Systèmes and the French designer Patrick Jouin unveiled ' co-created using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud. is the result of a four-year dialogue between Patrick Jouin's intuitive design approach and Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Designers and engineers redefined how a chair could be conceived — challenging traditional design methods, pushing formal and structural limits, and inventing new ways to minimize matter. Developed through enhanced ideation and concept development, and a life cycle assessment integrated early in the process, pioneering aesthetics were inspired by biomimicry and the structural logic of the human body, such as bone density and joint articulation. The light yet robust lattice structure weighs just 8.6 pounds (3.9 kg), can support 220 pounds (100 kg), and can be 3D printed in a flat, folded position without needing assembly. 'Nature uses only the energy and materials it needs. We wanted to apply this very simple philosophy to the development of With the help of new collaborative technologies of Dassault Systèmes, we are now able to come up with new ideas and make them possible, creating more efficiently while producing less waste, right from the design process,' said Jouin. Collaborating around an AI-powered virtual twin, design teams modeled and simulated the behavior of complex assembled components, using topological optimization to refine every joint, unfolding articulation, and zone of pressure and support. At each stage, the design evolved in real time through close interaction with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, with changes updated and visible in the virtual twin. Teams modified the chair's geometry while balancing its aesthetics, resulting in an optimal design where gesture, function, and structure converge in a chair that weighs 75% less than it would have weighed at full density. 'To improve the world we live in, we have to change the way we produce, design and use materials. represents a call to action for industry to embrace a generative economy instead of continuing to create without limits,' said Anne Asensio, Vice President Design Experience, Dassault Systèmes. ' was created with the technology used to innovate sustainably in industrial contexts. As a science-based company, we want to create value for society in every aspect of people's lives through our 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Design processes integrating modeling and simulation from the start lead to innovations that improve real life.' ### Through objects such as One Shot, Bloom, and the monolithic bench at the Palais de Tokyo, Patrick Jouin has revealed the ability of these tools to generate intuitive, lightweight, and sometimes otherwise unattainable forms. Since 2019, he has been engaged in an experimental collaboration with Anne Asensio and the teams at Dassault Systèmes, exploring generative design, folding, and deployability. View source version on CONTACT: Dassault Systèmes Press Contacts Corporate / France Arnaud MALHERBE [email protected] +33 (0)1 61 62 87 73North America Natasha LEVANTI [email protected] +1 (508) 449 8097EMEA Virginie BLINDENBERG [email protected] +33 (0) 1 61 62 84 21China Grace MU [email protected] +86 10 6536 2288Japan Reina YAMAGUCHI [email protected] +81 90 9325 2545Korea Jeemin JEONG [email protected] +82 2 3271 6653India Priyanka PANDEY [email protected] +91 9886302179AP South Hazel FOO [email protected] +65 8333 3484Patrick Jouin iD Studio Press Contacts [email protected] [email protected] +33 1 55 28 89 15 KEYWORD: FRANCE EUROPE INDUSTRY KEYWORD: TECHNOLOGY ENGINEERING CHEMICALS/PLASTICS MANUFACTURING APPS/APPLICATIONS CONSTRUCTION & PROPERTY ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ENVIRONMENT SUSTAINABILITY SOFTWARE OTHER MANUFACTURING ELECTRONIC DESIGN AUTOMATION DATA MANAGEMENT INTERIOR DESIGN SOURCE: Dassault Systèmes Copyright Business Wire 2025. PUB: 06/25/2025 01:00 AM/DISC: 06/25/2025 01:01 AM
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Dassault Systèmes and Patrick Jouin Unveil "Ta.Tamu," Their Latest Collaboration Redefining Traditional Design
is a lightweight chair 3D-printed in a folded position, created on Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform to showcase a bold reinvention of design for the generative economy AI-powered virtual twins and a frugal approach to materials by designers and engineers leveraged biomimicry and data to optimize the chair's design for 3D printing without assembly A collaborative virtual experience integrating thinking, modeling and simulation early in the design process enhanced ideation and concept development PARIS, June 25, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dassault Systèmes (Euronext Paris: FR0014003TT8, and the French designer Patrick Jouin today unveiled " a lightweight, 3D-printed and functional chair, co-created using the 3DEXPERIENCE platform on the cloud. serves as a proof of concept for emerging, generative design processes that combine AI-powered virtual twins and the frugal use of materials to drive the generative economy. is the result of a four-year dialogue between Patrick Jouin's intuitive design approach and Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Designers and engineers redefined how a chair could be conceived — challenging traditional design methods, pushing formal and structural limits, and inventing new ways to minimize matter. Developed through enhanced ideation and concept development, and a life cycle assessment integrated early in the process, pioneering aesthetics were inspired by biomimicry and the structural logic of the human body, such as bone density and joint articulation. The light yet robust lattice structure weighs just 8.6 pounds (3.9 kg), can support 220 pounds (100 kg), and can be 3D printed in a flat, folded position without needing assembly. "Nature uses only the energy and materials it needs. We wanted to apply this very simple philosophy to the development of With the help of new collaborative technologies of Dassault Systèmes, we are now able to come up with new ideas and make them possible, creating more efficiently while producing less waste, right from the design process," said Jouin. Collaborating around an AI-powered virtual twin, design teams modeled and simulated the behavior of complex assembled components, using topological optimization to refine every joint, unfolding articulation, and zone of pressure and support. At each stage, the design evolved in real time through close interaction with the 3DEXPERIENCE platform, with changes updated and visible in the virtual twin. Teams modified the chair's geometry while balancing its aesthetics, resulting in an optimal design where gesture, function, and structure converge in a chair that weighs 75% less than it would have weighed at full density. "To improve the world we live in, we have to change the way we produce, design and use materials. represents a call to action for industry to embrace a generative economy instead of continuing to create without limits," said Anne Asensio, Vice President Design Experience, Dassault Systèmes. " was created with the technology used to innovate sustainably in industrial contexts. As a science-based company, we want to create value for society in every aspect of people's lives through our 3DEXPERIENCE platform. Design processes integrating modeling and simulation from the start lead to innovations that improve real life." ### About Dassault SystèmesDassault Systèmes is a catalyst for human progress. Since 1981, the company has pioneered virtual worlds to improve real life for consumers, patients and citizens. With Dassault Systèmes' 3DEXPERIENCE platform, 370,000 customers of all sizes, in all industries, can collaborate, imagine and create sustainable innovations that drive meaningful impact. For more information, visit: About Patrick JouinPatrick Jouin is a French designer and a graduate of ENSCI–Les Ateliers. In 1999, he founded his industrial design studio, Patrick Jouin iD. A pioneer in the use of 3D printing for furniture design, he created the Solid collection in 2004, the first series of furniture pieces produced directly from digital files, without molds or assembly. This milestone marked the beginning of an in-depth exploration of new ways to design and manufacture, rethinking forms, gestures, and structures in light of emerging technologies. Through objects such as One Shot, Bloom, and the monolithic bench at the Palais de Tokyo, Patrick Jouin has revealed the ability of these tools to generate intuitive, lightweight, and sometimes otherwise unattainable forms. Since 2019, he has been engaged in an experimental collaboration with Anne Asensio and the teams at Dassault Systèmes, exploring generative design, folding, and deployability. View source version on Contacts Dassault Systèmes Press Contacts Corporate / FranceArnaud +33 (0)1 61 62 87 73 North AmericaNatasha +1 (508) 449 8097 EMEAVirginie +33 (0) 1 61 62 84 21 ChinaGrace +86 10 6536 2288 JapanReina +81 90 9325 2545 KoreaJeemin +82 2 3271 6653 IndiaPriyanka +91 9886302179 AP SouthHazel +65 8333 3484 Patrick Jouin iD Studio Press Contacts communication@ ylecomte@ +33 1 55 28 89 15 Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
