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The Power of Prototyping to Support Communication During Disasters: A Case Study on the Introduction of G-ZERO L1 3D Printer by the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT).
The Resilient ICT Research Center of the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) is a research department that aims to achieve "uninterrupted communication," as its name suggests. This time, we spoke with Mr. Goji Sato, a research technician at the Sustainable ICT Systems Laboratory of the center, and Mr. Kota Kido, the chief of the Manufacturing Group in the Radio Utilization Management and Manufacturing Office of the Business Planning Department, who supports NICT's prototyping efforts, about the realities of the research field and the importance of prototyping.
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The Resilient ICT Research Center of the National Institute of Information and Communications Technology (NICT) is a research department aimed at achieving "uninterrupted communication," as its name suggests. This time, we spoke with Mr. Goji Sato, a research technician at the Sustainable ICT Systems Research Laboratory of the center, and Mr. Kota Kido, the chief of the Manufacturing Group in the Radio Utilization Management and Manufacturing Office of the Business Planning Department, who supports NICT's prototyping efforts, about the realities of the research field and the importance of prototyping.
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When creating a sphere composed of a dense lattice structure using TPU, it resulted in a long printing process lasting over two days, but the printing was successfully completed. The prototype also includes housings for drone-mounted communication devices and sensor holders used within MRI machines. "Depending on the device, it may also include server functions or batteries, so weight reduction and center of gravity design are important. We can come up with improvement proposals for problems that arise on-site and implement them immediately."
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Notice of participation in "Automotive World (Tokyo)" from January 21 (Wednesday) to January 23 (Friday), 2026.
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Notice of participation in "TCT Japan" from January 28 (Wednesday) to January 30 (Friday), 2026.
Gutenberg Co., Ltd. will be exhibiting at "TCT Japan" held at Tokyo Big Sight. This exhibition is a comprehensive showcase of 3D printing and additive manufacturing (AM) technologies. It will create opportunities to encounter technologies that accelerate and optimize the manufacturing processes of new products and technology development across various industries through the application of 3D printing/AM technologies. We sincerely look forward to your visit.
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G-ZERO x POTICON, a domestic 3D printer manufacturer aiming for the application of robot parts.
Starting with our first PEEK-compatible 3D printer, the "G-ZERO MP1," the G-ZERO series of domestically produced 3D printers achieves industry-leading printing speeds as a super engineering plastic-compatible machine using the FFF method. Furthermore, by optimally combining with the high-performance resin POTICON filament, it simultaneously realizes fine detail, high rigidity, and high strength, enabling high-performance printing at a practical level. In this presentation, we will discuss the future of robotics that the G-ZERO series and POTICON FILAMENT will pave the way for. Details https://irex.nikkan.co.jp/webinar/detail/1509
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Our company explores the possibilities of digital technologies, including 3D printers, serving as a bridge between designers and manufacturers, aiming to realize a democratic transformation in manufacturing. Additionally, we will expand manufacturing literacy so that anyone can connect to processing sites on our manufacturing web platform and utilize the resources of small factories, enabling designs focused on each process, such as machining and mass production. Please feel free to contact us if you have any requests.