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# Robotic 3D-Printed Suits
In the Latest RoboCop Movie, RoboCop Wears a 3D-Printed Suit

By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2014-09-22 | Art & Design
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-printed-suit
References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/stratasys-3d-printed-robocop/32541/) & [bespoke](http://www.bespoke.co.uk/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=4374)

There are a lot of reasons why you might want to invest in a 3D printer, but the possibility of being able to print the same 3D-printed suit as the one RoboCop wears in the latest movie is pretty compelling. The suit was molded using Objet Connex 3D and produced by 3D printer manufacturer Stratasys for Legacy Effects, a special effects company in [Hollywood](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marilyn-monroe-barbie).

One of the advantages to 3D printing is that single parts for the suit could be created as-needed for specific scenes. Aside from the printing process itself, the technology used to create 3D printed designs enabled the creators of the suits to work with symmetrical forms, so that mirroring the second half of an object only takes a click of a button.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 5.1/10
- Popularity: 74% | Activity: 70% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial
- Top markets: North America

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What's Driving This Trend

- **3D Printing in Film Industry:** Opportunity to use 3D printing technology in film production to create customized and complex costumes and props, enhancing visual effects.
- **On-demand Manufacturing:** Ability to 3D print specific parts for movie props and costumes as-needed, reducing production cost and time.
- **Symmetrical Design in 3D Printing:** Utilizing advanced technology in 3D printing to easily mirror and replicate symmetrical forms, reducing design complexity.

### Who This Affects Most

- **Film Production:** Incorporating 3D printing technology in film production to create visually stunning and customized costumes and props.
- **3D Printing Manufacturing:** Developing on-demand 3D printing services for the entertainment industry to supply customized movie props and costumes.
- **Special Effects Industry:** Incorporating symmetrical design capabilities of 3D printing technology in the production of special effects, enhancing the overall visual experience.

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