OVERTURE 3D: Driving Innovation in Formula Student with High-Quality Filament

At KTH Formula Student, we are passionate about pushing the boundaries of engineering and performance. As a Formula Student team, we design, build, and race a high-performance race car as part of an intensive student-led project. Every component of our vehicle is carefully developed to optimize speed, efficiency, and reliability, and 3D printing plays a critical role in this process.

From rapid prototyping to custom parts, additive manufacturing allows us to iterate and refine our designs quickly and cost-effectively. We also rely on additive manufacturing for a multitude of other things related to our car, with one such thing being the creation of structures used in the production and assembly of fiber-reinforced composite components, which are essential for lightweight and high-strength structures in our car. The ability to print complex shapes on demand gives us a major advantage in optimizing our design for performance, as well as reducing the time between iterations during the prototype phase.

For all the reasons stated above, we are incredibly grateful for the support of Overture, a company that, among other things, shares our commitment to innovation, precision, and sustainability. Since 2019, Overture has been providing high-quality PLA and PETG 3D printing filaments. Their materials stand out for their consistency, durability, and reliability, making them an essential resource in our development process.

Beyond performance, Overture is dedicated to sustainability as well as making additive manufacturing accessible and enjoyable for everyone, not just experts. In 2021, they transitioned from plastic to eco-friendly cardboard spools, reducing their environmental footprint while maintaining the same high standards of filament quality and still offering affordable, high-quality materials, ensuring that 3D printing remains an exciting and accessible tool for both beginners and professionals alike well into the future.

Thanks to Overture’s generous sponsorship, we have a reliable supply of filament that will support us through the manufacturing period of our new car, DeV19. Their support allows us to focus on innovation, experiment with new concepts, and continuously refine our car’s design, all with the goal of being competitive on track during this summer’s competitions.

We are proud to have Overture as a sponsor and highly recommend their products to anyone looking for top-tier filament for engineering, design, and creative applications.

To learn more about Overture, visit https://overture3d.com/.