Fortify delivers the Flux One 3D printer to NASA’s Glenn Research Center

Fortify, an additive manufacturing company specializing in RF component manufacturing, has announced the delivery of a Fortify Flux system to NASA‘s Glenn Research Center in Cleveland. The Flux Series manufacturing platform will be used by the Glenn Research Center to develop antenna designs and novel space-related materials such as aerogels.

The Fortify Flux system is based on additive manufacturing technology developed specifically for the production of RF devices. These devices play a crucial role in communication technology, especially in extreme environments such as space. The Flux platform makes it possible to process materials such as aerogels, which are particularly valuable in space applications due to their unique properties. These materials can hardly be processed using traditional manufacturing methods, which is why additive manufacturing opens up new possibilities here.

“We are extremely excited and proud to deliver our Flux One to NASA’s Glenn Research Center. Our additive manufacturing platform allows for the design and manufacturing of RF devices that enable performance benefits unmatched through traditional methods and we are extremely excited to see what type of research and technological advancements come from the Glenn Research Center” says Josh Martin, Chief Executive Officer and Co-Founder at Fortify.

NASA plans to use the system to develop GRIN (gradient index lens) lenses with integrated waveguides, which are important for antenna applications.

Karlo Delos Reyes, Co-Founder and Chief Customer Officer added “This delivery underscores our dedication to unlock new possibilities with our manufacturing platform. While other additive manufacturing methods have fundamental limits, The Flux Platform enables the processing and creation of advanced materials that unlock markets.”

The collaboration between NASA and Fortify illustrates how advanced manufacturing technologies are paving the way for the development of new space-grade materials and technologies. By using the Flux platform, NASA could develop antenna systems and other radio frequency technologies optimized for use in space in the future.