On November 26, 2025, the first workshop on Robot-Guided Additive Manufacturing (RAM) took place at the ZAL TechCenter. The goal was to explore, discuss, and develop practical ideas for new applications of the RAM process.

Participants from industry, research, and universities – including Airbus, Lufthansa Technik, Fraunhofer IAPT, Hamburg University of Applied Sciences (HAW Hamburg), Lauer3D – 3D Printing and Design, Hamburg University of Technology, and other institutions – contributed their expertise. Each participant had submitted three ideas in advance, which were subsequently voted on.

In a Light Decision Jam, two concepts were selected and further developed in small groups:

• Foam-filled sidewall panels

• 3D-printed jigs with integrated functions

The workshop clearly demonstrated that RAM enables far more than just “printing big.” The technology allows bionic lightweight structures, material mixes including bio-based options, and automated, economical production in small quantities.

Thank you to all participants for their contributions and constructive dialogue.