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Topology Optimization in Additive Manufacturing for Lightweight Structures

Quick fact

Topology optimization can reduce a part's weight by up to 70% without reducing its strength, and additive manufacturing makes it possible to create such shapes in a single piece.

Why this is interesting

You've probably seen airplane brackets that look like alien skeletons—surprisingly organic and full of holes. What if you could design such a part, but only keep the material that actually carries the load?