# 3D Printed Body Armor Iron Man 2 Suits Were Made with Hi-Tech 3D Printers By Katherinev123 | Published 2010-05-17 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iron-man-2-suits References: [geek](http://www.geek.com/articles/gadgets/iron-man-2s-coolest-technology-3d-printing-20100517/) & [ironmanmovie.marvel](http://ironmanmovie.marvel.com/) A new wave of costume design has hit Hollywood: the Iron Man 2 suits from the box-office-crushing hit were by a 3D printer. The 3D printer by Object Geometries, to be exact. The Iron Man 2 suits worn by Tony Stark and his enemy Whiplash were fashioned by the film's production company Legacy Effects using a 3D printer that applies an ink cartridge of powered plastic. The result is a super thin layer of plastic, which is then "cured" with ultraviolet light and made pretty with paint. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.8/10 - Popularity: 97% | Activity: 100% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **3D Printing in Costume Design:** Integrating 3D printing technology into costume design allows for more intricate and unique designs, as seen in Iron Man 2. - **Use of 3D Printers in Film Production:** The use of 3D printers in film production streamlines the creation of complex props, such as the Iron Man suits in Iron Man 2. - **Advancements in 3D Printing Techniques for Fashion:** Continued advancements in 3D printing techniques offer exciting possibilities for creating innovative and customizable fashion pieces, like the Iron Man suits in Iron Man 2. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Film and Entertainment Industry:** Incorporating 3D printing technology into film production processes can revolutionize the creation of props and costumes, enhancing the overall visual experience for audiences. - **Costume Design and Manufacturing:** Integrating 3D printing technology in costume design and manufacturing allows for the production of highly detailed and customized costumes, opening up new avenues for creativity and craftsmanship. - **Fashion and Apparel Industry:** The adoption of 3D printing techniques in the fashion and apparel industry can lead to the creation of unique, personalized fashion pieces that challenge traditional manufacturing methods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [AI-Generated Motorbike Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coldstar-art.md) - [Superhero-Themed Headphone Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-headphone-stands.md) - [Superhero-Themed Wireless Earbud Cases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/iron-man-helmet.md) - [3D Printed Medical Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vsp-bolus.md) - [3D-Printed Cycling Helmets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kask.md) - [Stunning 3D-Printed Sunglasses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3dprinted-sunglasses1.md) - [Patented 3D-Printed Bone Implants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/p3d-bone.md) - [Ultra-Accurate Resin 3D Printers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rocket-1-resin-3d-printer.md) - [Highly Detailed Sci-Fi Costumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stormtrooper-kit.md)