Automobile manufacturer General Motors ( GM ) is partnering with the software company Autodesk to develop 3D printed car parts for electric vehicles ( EVs ) . The system uses cloud computing and artificial intelligence - based algorithms to create an optimum design using minimal tools . The resulting components are 40 % lighter and 60 % stronger , reducing weight and increasing range . GM hopes to scale 3D printing technology up to mass production .
Car manufacturer General Motors (GM) is partnering with design software firm Autodesk to develop 3D printed car parts for electric vehicles (EVs). The system uses cloud computing and artificial intelligence-based algorithms to create an optimum design using minimal materials. The resulting components are 40% lighter and 20% stronger, reducing weight and increasing range. GM hopes to scale 3D printing operations up to mass production.