In the past, Gravity has partnered with 3T Additive Manufacturing to print aluminum-based arm mounts for its jetpack, that not only proved lighter but helped integrate multiple parts into a single streamlined unit, and the firm has now taken a similar approach to working with Ricoh 3D, with the aim optimizing the design of its upcoming electric flight suit. By creating over 300 pounds of thrust with its 1,050 brake horsepower engines, the device is reportedly capable of propelling a 200 lbs person for up to seven minutes, albeit at a suitably astronomical price tag of $440,000. Now on its third iteration, the Gravity Jet Suit packs two miniature jet engines on each arm, as well as a fifth housed in its backpack. In one such instance, the jetpack was even used to conduct a ‘visit, board, search and seizure’ exercise, during which Browning was able to ‘infiltrate’ the HMS Tamar by flying onboard on the move. Since first being developed by its Chief Test Pilot Richard Browning in 2016, Gravity’s jetpack has successfully conducted 105 live flight events in 31 countries, including UK search & rescue and military demonstrations. “3D printed polypropylene is 90% recyclable, lightweight and flexible while still being incredibly durable– ideal for taking to the skies.” “By pushing the boundaries with both 3D printing and PP, we’re showcasing what’s possible when you have the right expertise and ingenuity.” AM has helped them take what might seem like an impossible idea and turn it into reality, by harnessing the unique properties of PP,” said Mark Dickin, head of Ricoh’s European 3D printing operation. “We’ve been on an incredible journey with Gravity Industries so far. Designed to “blend mind, body and machine,” Gravity Industries’ latest iron-man-like suit is set to debut at the 2021 edition of the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Known as the ‘Gravity eSuit,’ the upgraded jetpack features an array of flexible 3D printed polypropylene (PP) internal flow parts, which not only provide ventilation but fit organically to the wearer, making it seem like they’re flying independently. UK-based jetpack manufacturer Gravity Industries has partnered with 3D printing service provider Ricoh 3D to develop a next-generation electric version of its human flight suit.
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