Innoptus Solar Team: Working With a Worldwide Champion
Innoptus Solar Team
The Project
The collaboration between the Innoptus Solar Team and Virtek shows how advanced technology can solve challenges in high‑pressure environments. With tight timelines and the need for precise composite layups, the team used Virtek IRIS™ 3D to streamline production, saving time and improving accuracy.
By adopting IRIS™ 3D, the team reduced errors, optimized resources, and focused more on innovation - key to staying competitive with international solar racing.
The Challenge
This year, the team faced a unique challenge: the competition was moved up by two months, cutting their preparation time by 20%.
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The Solution
The team discovered Virtek and connected with the team to find a quick solution to their challenges. They adopted the Virtek IRIS™ 3D with Vision Positioning System (VPS), and the transformation was immediate.
The IRIS™ 3D system projects precise laser outlines directly onto composite molds, enabling accurate positioning and orientation of carbon fiber plies. This eliminates manual measurement and reduces alignment errors.
