3D printed football cleat
Nike is the company ahead of the curve with the launch of the Vapor Laser Talon football boot, which ‘incorporates a revolutionary 3D printed plate that will help football athletes perform at their best.’ 3D printing enabled Nike “to prototype a fully functional plate and traction system within a fraction of the traditional timeframe and at a fraction of the weight. The SLS process allows for the engineering and creation of shapes not possible with traditional manufacturing processes, as well as the ability to make design updates within hours instead of months to truly accelerate the innovation process.” 3D printing is now being used as a final manufacturing technique by Nike, who invests millions in its R&D and works with some of the worlds top athletes to achieve optimal performance from its products.
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