Porsche has unveiled a concept for a new bucket seat using 3D printing. The “3D-printed bodyform full-bucket seat” is a lighter alternative to the central section of the traditional seat upholstery which could allow future customers, particularly professional motorsport drivers, to customise the firmness of their seat.
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The “3D-printed bodyform full-bucket seat” is based on Porsche’s lightweight full-bucket seat. It is made up of a base support from expanded polypropylene (EPP) bonded to a breathable comfort layer, which is 3D printed using of a mixture of polyurethane-based materials. The outer skin of the concept seat is made from “Racetex”, a high-quality microfibre material partially consisting of recycled polyester fibres, and features a specific perforation pattern for climate control.
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Window panels also show a pair of coloured 3D printed lattice structure components. “The seat is the interface between the human and the vehicle, and is thus important for precise, sporty […]
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