MAV Unlimited develops Volumetric Manufacturing technology, an additive manufacturing technique that prints objects volumetrically rather than layer-by-layer. This process significantly reduces production times while maintaining high feature resolution across a broad spectrum of materials, including polymers, ceramics, and metals. The company provides a faster, lower-cost alternative for producing strong, monolithic parts compared to conventional 3D printing methods.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Problem
Existing 3D printing methods are limited by slow, layer-by-layer production, restricting the speed and scalability of manufacturing complex objects. This approach also limits the range of materials that can be used and increases production costs.
Solution
MAV Unlimited offers a volumetric manufacturing technology that enables rapid creation of complex objects from a wide range of materials. Their printers use a novel approach based on Computed Axial Lithography to produce parts volumetrically, significantly reducing production times compared to traditional layer-by-layer methods. This technology allows for the creation of stronger, monolithic parts with feature resolutions in the tens of microns, using materials ranging from soft polymers to hard plastics, and even ceramics and metals through a two-step process. MAV Unlimited is developing proprietary materials specifically designed for their volumetric printers.
Target Audience
MAV Unlimited targets industries requiring rapid prototyping and manufacturing of complex parts, including those in aerospace, automotive, and consumer goods.
Features
- Volumetric printing technology based on Computed Axial Lithography for near-instantaneous object creation
- Capability to print objects up to 30x larger and 10x faster than previous volumetric methods
- Support for a wide range of materials, including soft polymers, hard plastics, ceramics, and metals
- Ability to produce stronger, monolithic parts with feature resolutions in the tens of microns
- Development of new, proprietary materials optimized for volumetric manufacturing