What did the first carbon bikes look like? For example, built from frames made of carbon tubes that were connected with sleeves. In 2023, software manufacturer CoreTechnologie is using precisely this technology to showcase a 3D-printed bicycle. The bicycle frame consists of prefabricated carbon tubes that are connected with 3D-printed aluminum sleeves. The result is a single-speed bike with a total weight of 7.1 kilograms.

In numerous test rides, the 3D-printed bike has proven that it is robust and resilient and can be moved easily on different types of paths. With the project and the resulting prototype, the CoreTechnologie team has shown that the latest software and hardware can be used to manufacture complex everyday objects and commodities quickly, easily and cost-effectively, regardless of fragile supply chains.

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