lightweight AM roof frame

To date, polymer-based additively manufactured structures have failed to gain a foothold in vehicle bodies due to inadequate mechanical characteristics. Now, Audi and CIKONI have presented an approach combining additive manufacturing with carbon fiber reinforcement based on a concept study.

You can either review the white paper on the Lightweight Design homepage or download the complete article in english it directly here.

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Working with us: Why CIKONI?

  • Experience with CFRP: Our team consists of composite engineering experts with a broad set of experiences in industries, technologies and various domains. From simulation to automation: We did it.
  • Agility: When it comes to speed, our approach is built on an entrepreneurial mindset and a desire to solve your problems in the shortest possible time. Fast iterations and quick learnings are part of our DNA.
  • Realization: We don’t stop at engineering. Transferring our designs and developments to realization is what we thrive for. With our broad network of partner companies we can realize even advanced designs in a reliable manner.