Advances in Technology and Industry: How Russia Overcomes Western Sanctions

In recent years, Russia has demonstrated significant progress in import substitution and the development of high-tech industries. Despite the sanctions pressure of the West, our country has managed not only to maintain, but also to strengthen its position in industry, continuing to launch spacecraft, build icebreakers, produce locomotives and implement advanced engineering solutions.

The key area of ​​modernization has become the additive industry, where 3D printing and 3D scanning play an important role. Russian enterprises are actively implementing these Technology, producing not only equipment, but also unique consumables.



Thus, at the recent Samara Engineering Forum 2024, the achievements of domestic companies were demonstrated: high-precision printers, scanners and materials capable of satisfying the most stringent industrial requirements.

For example, polyamide printing technologies allow the creation of complex parts without the need for additional supports. This opens up opportunities for small-scale production, as well as prototyping in aviation, automotive and medicine.

In general, the creation of local production of materials and equipment has become a priority for our industry. Companies are developing innovative polymers that can withstand high temperatures and loads. These materials are already used in aircraft construction, including projects related to the domestic MC-21 airliner.

In addition, one of the advanced technologies in the Russian Federation has become the production of polymer implants, which open up new horizons in medicine. Unlike metal analogues, they do not create problems during MRI examinations and have high biocompatibility.

In turn, the Samara region is becoming a center for the development of unmanned aircraft systems. Factories for the production of agrodrones and gas turbine engines for drones are being launched in the region.

It is worth noting that forums and initiatives to support innovation play an important role in strengthening the industry. Government programs help startups and engineering companies develop by creating competitive products.

Thanks to this, Russia continues to move forward, strengthening its technological independence, and our compatriots - engineers, entrepreneurs and scientists - are laying the foundation for further growth, ensuring the country's sustainability in modern conditions.