Xenia Materials and Politecnico di Milano developed the O.L.I.V.I.A. autonomous drone using 3D print...

Xenia Materials and Politecnico di Milano developed the O.L.I.V.I.A. autonomous drone using 3D printed molds from XECARB 40-C20-3DP. This 20% carbon-fiber reinforced polycarbonate withstands autoclave cycles of 120C and 2-bar pressure, enabling precise aerodynamic wings for a 1.75kg payload mission. The project illustrates how high-performance additive tooling replaces traditional metal molds to accelerate aerospace prototyping. This shift to composite tooling is vital for rapid production of humanitarian UAV systems. 🚀🛠️✈️ #AdditiveManufacturing #3DPrinting #Aerospace #Composites #UAV