Case Study: INTECH DMLS achieves 27% weight reduction in a 3D-printed satellite camera holder with Altair Inspire and OptiStruct

INTECH DMLS Achieves 27% Weight Reduction in 3D Printed Satellite Component using Altair Inspire™ and OptiStruct™

Intech DMLS, a leading metal DMLS 3D‑printing provider in India, faced a demanding brief to design a satellite camera holder that met a precise target weight, with sufficient stiffness under specified static and dynamic loads and minimal 3D‑printing support—getting the design right the first time to avoid costly iterations. To address this, Intech DMLS leveraged Altair and its simulation suite (Altair HyperWorks, including Altair Inspire and Altair OptiStruct) for early‑stage concept generation, topology optimization and validation.

Using Altair HyperWorks workflows—Inspire for concept and topology generation and OptiStruct as the primary solver—Intech DMLS performed topology optimization, structural and thermal checks and minimized printing supports, validating the design before manufacturing. With Altair’s tools the team achieved a 27% weight reduction versus the initial design, eliminated prototype iterations, delivered a qualified lightweight camera holder for the satellite and secured a satisfied customer with follow‑on opportunities.

Intech DMLS

Revanth Metla

Team Lead