Autodesk Announces $100 Million Spark Investment Fund, the World’s First 3D Printing Investment Program

Autodesk, a leading software company based in San Francisco, has made a significant move into the 3D printing industry by announcing an ambitious investment plan. The company plans to allocate up to $100 million over the next few years through its Spark Investment Fund, a groundbreaking initiative designed to support startups, entrepreneurs, and researchers pushing the boundaries of 3D printing technology. This fund marks a first for the 3D printing sector, offering financial backing alongside strategic partnerships that aim to accelerate innovation and drive the next industrial revolution. By investing in cutting-edge hardware, software, materials, marketplaces, and maker spaces, Autodesk is positioning itself as a key player in shaping the future of additive manufacturing. In addition to the financial investment, selected recipients will gain access to the Spark partner program, which includes marketing support, developer tools, and collaboration opportunities. This unique approach not only strengthens the Spark ecosystem but also fosters a community-driven environment where ideas can flourish and technologies can evolve. “Today’s landscape demands open collaboration rather than closed systems,” said Samir Hanna, vice president and general manager of Consumer Products and 3D Printing at Autodesk. “By empowering innovators with resources and support, we are unlocking the full potential of 3D printing and helping to build a more advanced and accessible future.” Earlier this year, Autodesk launched Spark, a free and open platform designed to connect digital designs directly to 3D printers. Unlike traditional platforms, Spark is compatible with any hardware and works with all materials, making it a versatile tool for creators across industries. The platform also supports the Ember 3D printer, encouraging continuous improvement and community involvement. For those interested in joining the Spark Investment Fund, more information is available at spark.autodesk.com/fund. Whether you're a startup, researcher, or independent creator, this is an opportunity to be part of a transformative movement in 3D printing. Autodesk continues to lead the way in innovation, helping professionals, students, and hobbyists bring their visions to life. With a focus on creativity, sustainability, and technological advancement, the company remains committed to solving real-world challenges through design and engineering. For more details about Autodesk and its products, visit autodesk.com or follow @autodesk on social media. *Free products are subject to the terms of the end-user license agreement. © 2014 Autodesk, Inc. All rights reserved. This press release contains forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those described due to various factors, including market acceptance, investment performance, and technological developments. For more information, please refer to Autodesk's filings with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Contact: Autodesk, Inc. Media Contact: Angela Simoes, 415-547-2388 Investor Relations Contact: David Gennarelli, 415-507-6033

External Cylindrical Grinding

External Cylindrical grinding, cylindrical grinding is mainly carried out on an external cylindrical grinding machine, which is used to grind the outer cylinder, outer cone and shoulder end surface of shaft-type workpieces. During grinding, the workpiece rotates at a low speed. If the workpiece reciprocates in the longitudinal direction at the same time and the single-stroke or double-stroke movement in the longitudinal direction moves the grinding wheel relative to the workpiece, it is called longitudinal grinding.

Cylindrical grinding is mainly carried out on an external cylindrical grinding machine, which is used to grind the outer cylinder, outer cone and shoulder end surface of shaft-type workpieces. During grinding, the workpiece rotates at a low speed. If the workpiece reciprocates in the longitudinal direction at the same time and the single-stroke or double-stroke movement in the longitudinal direction moves the grinding wheel relative to the workpiece, it is called longitudinal grinding. If the width of the grinding wheel is greater than the length of the surface to be ground, the workpiece does not move longitudinally during the grinding process, but the grinding wheel continuously feeds the workpiece continuously, called the plunge grinding method. The efficiency of the plunge-cut grinding method is generally higher than that of the longitudinal grinding method. If the grinding wheel is trimmed into a forming surface, the plunge grinding method can be used to process the formed outer surface.

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