# 3D-Printed Steel Structures Arup's 3D-Printed Metal Components Celebrate Tech Breakthroughs By Jana Pijak | Published 2014-10-28 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-steel References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/arup-laser-sintering-construction/32457/) & [arup](http://www.arup.com/News/2014_06_June/05_June_Construction_steelwork_makes_3D_printing_premiere.aspx) Arup's 3D printed steel structures are both visually striking and sculptural in their aesthetic. 3D printing technology continues to evolve as the practice becomes more and more common among creative and research industries. Embracing modern tech innovations, Arup changes the way one looks at 3D printing and aims to create a material solution that would conserve energy while reducing costs for consumers. This affordable material is not only inexpensive but is also a sustainable solution that reduces waste build-up over time. Arup's 3D printed steel solution is said to be a groundbreaking concept for future construction and building practices. The material is intended for construction projects that feature small-scaled, complex and intricate metal fragments and components. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Multimedia](https://www.trendhunter.com/multimedia) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Evolution of 3D Printing:** Arup's 3D printed steel structures demonstrate the ongoing evolution of 3D printing technology. - **Sustainable Materials:** Arup seeks to create a material solution that is affordable, sustainable, and reduces waste build-up over time. - **Complex Metal Structures:** Arup's 3D printed steel solution caters to construction projects with small-scaled, complex, and intricate metal fragments and components. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Construction:** The construction industry can benefit from 3D printed steel structures as a groundbreaking concept for future practices. - **Creative Industries:** The creative industries can leverage the evolving 3D printing technology to explore new possibilities for visual and sculptural aesthetics. - **Research:** The research industry can utilize 3D printed steel structures for exploring innovative solutions in material conservation, energy efficiency, and cost reduction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [3D-Printed Tiled Ceramic Archways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delft-blue.md) - [Comfy Printed Component Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-chair-design.md) - [Multi-Storey 3D-Printed Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qr3d.md) - [3D-Printed Ceramic Home Facades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ceramic-house.md) - [Liquid Metal 3D-Printing Techniques](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/liquid-metal-printing.md) - [Unique 3D Printing Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-church.md) - [3D-Printed Workshop Wrenches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/workshop-wrench.md) - [3D-Printed Ceramic Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/terramound.md) - [Vibrant 3D-Printed Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-design.md)