3D PRINTED ANTENNA MARKET ANALYSIS

Market News

Recent Developments

New product launches

• 3D Printed Omnidirectional Antenna: On 14 February 2023, Lockheed Martin announced its first qualified complex 3D printed antenna for space flight. The omni-directional antenna will be used for communications relays between it and the Earth, and the antenna will be an integral part of the upcoming GPS III Space Vehicle 10.
• Optisys Develops Largest Monolithic 3D Printed Antenna: On 2 September 2020, Optisys has completed development and production of an antenna that it says is the world’s largest 3D printed antenna. The all metal antenna is a single print, with the design and manufacture of a 0.75 m long flat panel slotted antenna. It was printed in metal as one continuous piece using Direct Metal Laser-Sintering (DMLS) equipment.
• Swissto12's 3D printed patch antennas: On 9 February 2021 Swissto12 deliver the first ever additively manufactured all-metal patch antennas. The company’s antennas are designed for use in a variety of applications, including smartphones, tablets, and wearable devices.

Acquisition and partnerships

• In 2022, Anywaves partnered with Swissto12 to develop 3D printed antennas for the defense and aerospace industries. This partnership allows the two companies to combine their expertise in 3D printing and antenna design to create innovative solutions for these demanding applications.
• In 2022, Optisys manufactures of RF design and provider of 3D printed antenna partnered with Lockheed Martin to develop 3D printed antennas for satellite applications. This partnership allows the two companies to combine their expertise in 3D printing and antenna design to create innovative solutions for the rapidly growing satellite market.