The IDET 2025 trade fair confirmed that the use of lightweight materials in 3D printing is not only a method for reducing weight – it also brings tangible benefits in terms of strength, mobility, and functionality.
Our visit to IDET 2025 in Brno offered valuable insights into the current trends shaping military technology development. We had the opportunity to observe firsthand the rapid progress being made in 3D-printed structures utilizing advanced materials. 3D printing is proving effective not only for rapid prototyping and model fabrication but also for the production of spare parts and serial components used in land, naval, and aerial defense systems.
Numerous exhibitors showcased innovative approaches to designing lightweight structures, where components manufactured via additive technologies have become standard practice. Lightweight 3D printed parts are increasingly being implemented in military vehicle components, protective enclosures, and mobile systems. Materials such as PA 12 combine high strength with low weight, making them an increasingly popular choice for military engineering applications. Thanks to advanced powder bed fusion technologies – such as MJF (Multi Jet Fusion), SLS (Selective Laser Sintering), and DMLS (Direct Metal Laser Sintering) – it is possible to produce components with outstanding mechanical properties while minimizing structural mass.
The advancement of additive manufacturing technologies and the expanding capabilities of 3D printing in producing lightweight structures represent a trend with significant potential across various industries – from transportation and healthcare to highly specialized technical applications.
For us IDET 2025 reaffirmed the value of investing in innovation and further developing our expertise in lightweight engineering solutions based on professional 3D printing technologies.
