Czinger has unveiled its new BrakeNode, an integrated brake assembly for the 21C Spyder that combines the caliper, upright, and hydraulic fluid passages into a single topology-optimized structure made from their proprietary aluminum alloy using direct-metal laser sintering (DMLS). This organic-looking component exemplifies how aerospace manufacturing techniques are being applied to high-performance automotive applications, with the underlying technology already serving clients across both industries.
Background
Czinger evolved from Divergent 3D, founded by Kevin Czinger, which originally pioneered direct-metal laser sintering for structural components. The company now supplies both automotive and aerospace clients, and the 21C Spyder serves as a showcase for their topology-optimized manufacturing capabilities.
- Source
- Ars Technica
- Published
- Aug 14, 2026 at 03:01 PM
- Score
- 7.0 / 10