Current Context: West Japan Railway Company unveiled the world’s first 3D-printed railway station in Arida Town, Wakayama Prefecture, Japan.
- Named Hatsushima Station, replacing a wooden station built in 1948.
Construction Highlights
- Printing Time: Parts printed in 7 days by Serendix in Kumamoto Prefecture.
- Material: Special durable mortar used for 3D printing.
- Assembly Time: Under 6 hours, done overnight after last train.
Significance
- Addresses Japan’s ageing population and shrinking workforce.
- Cuts down construction time drastically (2+ months → 6 hours).