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Audi Sport Enhances Production and Tooling with 3D Printing
Following the emerging trend of increased use of 3D printing in the automotive sector, Audi Sport‘s Böllinger Höfe facility in Germany, renowned for developing high-performance vehicles like the Audi R8 and the fully electric E-Tron GT, recently adopted the technology&helli
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Following the emerging trend of increased use of 3D printing in the automotive sector, Audi Sport‘s Böllinger Höfe facility in Germany, renowned for developing high-performance vehicles like the Audi R8 and the fully electric E-Tron GT, recently adopted the technology to overcome a significant production challenge.
The introduction of the E-Tron GT required nearly 200 specialized tools, jigs, and fixtures, a process that traditionally demanded extensive time and resources. However, thanks to the integration of 3D printing and Trinckle’s Fixturemate software, Audi Sport has transformed its workflow, achieving unprecedented efficiency and cost savings.
Central to the E-Tron GT’s production model is an intense degree of customization, with each vehicle tailored to specific customer orders. This calls for an efficient and adaptable production process, which the adoption of 3D printing has significantly enhanced. Trinckle’s Fixturemate software has streamlined the design of custom fixtures, reducing the time needed from hours to between 10 and 20 minutes per design. This user-friendly tool enables the creation of precise and functional components without the extensive expertise typically required for traditional CAD software.
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