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Autodesk Backs Carbon3D With $10 Million From Spark Investment Fund
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NASDAQ:ADSK
**SAN FRANCISCO – (BUSINESS WIRE)** – Today, Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ:ADSK), announced its $10 million commitment to Carbon3D through the Spark Investment Fund. This strategic move aims to support groundbreaking innovations in 3D printing technology, specifically leveraging Carbon3D's Continuous Liquid Interface Production (CLIP) technology. Known for its ability to overcome the limitations of speed, mechanical strength, and material diversity in the 3D printing industry, CLIP is set to revolutionize the entire production chain—from design to prototyping and full-scale manufacturing.
In late 2014, Autodesk launched the Spark Investment Fund, with a vision to invest up to $100 million in trailblazing entrepreneurs and startups pushing the boundaries of 3D printing. As the first venture fund dedicated solely to fostering the growth of the 3D printing ecosystem, the Spark Investment Fund represents a bold step towards advancing the future of manufacturing.
"We initiated the Spark Investment Fund to accelerate the evolution of 3D printing," stated Carl Bass, President and CEO of Autodesk. "Carbon3D embodies the kind of disruptive innovation we need to transition 3D printing from prototyping to mainstream manufacturing. Their CLIP technology introduces unprecedented speed, making it possible to produce high-quality, commercially viable parts at a fraction of the time."
Traditional 3D printing techniques rely on layer-by-layer construction, which is both slow and results in parts with weaker mechanical properties akin to shale. In contrast, Carbon3D’s CLIP technology employs a sophisticated photochemical process that sidesteps these drawbacks. By balancing the interaction of UV light (which initiates polymerization) and oxygen (which inhibits the reaction), CLIP creates objects that emerge from a liquid resin bath at speeds up to 100 times faster than conventional methods. This leap in efficiency not only cuts down production time but also ensures superior structural integrity.
"Operating at the nexus of hardware, software, and molecular science, we’re committed to addressing the core challenges holding back 3D printing from becoming a mainstream manufacturing tool," commented Dr. Joseph DeSimone, CEO and Co-founder of Carbon3D. "It’s incredibly gratifying to see a leader like Autodesk recognize the transformative potential of our CLIP technology and partner with us in such a meaningful way."
After debuting their technology on stage at TED 2015 and featuring it on the cover of *Science* magazine, Carbon3D is now focused on scaling their CLIP technology for commercial use. An industrial-grade machine is expected to hit the market within the next year.
**About Carbon3D**
Based in Silicon Valley and founded in 2013 in Chapel Hill, North Carolina, Carbon3D bridges the gap between prototyping and true 3D manufacturing. The CLIP technology, unveiled simultaneously at TED 2015 and on the cover of *Science*, has garnered attention from leading investors such as Sequoia, Silver Lake Kraftwerk, the Autodesk Spark Investment Fund, Northgate Partners, Piedmont Capital Partners, and Wakefield Group. Carbon3D is reshaping industries by empowering businesses to embrace advanced additive manufacturing solutions.
**About Autodesk**
Autodesk empowers creators across diverse fields—architects, engineers, designers, artists, students, and hobbyists—to bring their visions to life. With tools designed to fuel imagination and innovation, Autodesk continues to redefine what’s possible. To learn more, visit [autodesk.com](http://www.autodesk.com) or follow @autodesk.
**Legal Notes:**
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**Contact:**
Autodesk, Inc.
Jennifer Gentrup
415-547-2435
jennifer@autodesk.com
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This update reflects a more conversational tone while retaining the original message. It includes additional context around the significance of the Spark Investment Fund and emphasizes the broader impact of Carbon3D’s technology on the 3D printing landscape.