Chapter 2: 3D Print Technology Flashcards
Who does Nike partner with for 3DP Footwear components?
Nike partners with 3D Systems.
Who is Shoetopia?
Shoetopia is a 3D printing company that 3D PRINTS BIODEGRADABLE sneakers via an APP.
How does Shoetopia’s app work?
After their clients DESIGN THEIR OWN SHOE via their app, the CUSTOMIZED UPPER gets produced by their 3D printer.
How are Shoetopia’s clients’ shoes constructed?
Shoetopia’s clients’ prototypes are fully constructed WITHOUT USING ANY ADHESIVES.
What is the time advantage of 3D Printing Footwear as compared to traditional “CUT and SEW” factory?
3D printing can cut traditional production times down compared to a traditional cut and sew factory.
How does 3D printing cut traditional production times down compared to a traditional cut and sew factory?
3D printing can cut traditional production times down compared to a traditional cut and sew factory, by offering SMALLER QUANTITY production runs, and LESS TOOLING COSTS.
How long does it take to launch a shoe, from design to launch?
From design to launch, it takes a little over a year to launch a new shoe.
In 2017, what shoe did Nike create?
In 2017, Nike created the “3D Flyprint.”
How did Nike create the 3D Fly print?
Nike created the upper of the 3D Fly Print exclusively with an FDM 3D printer.
What process did Nike use to create the 3D FlyPrint?
Using an FDM printer, Nike used a process called solid deposit modeling thermoplastic filament.
What is solid deposit modeling thermoplastic filament?
Solid deposit modeling thermoplastic filament is a process where (TPU) is UNCOILED, MELTED,then laid down LAYER by LAYER into “cut and sew” patterns of a shoe.
