Russian technologies of the future: from 3D-printed aircraft engines to robotic caravans

At the recent exhibition "Metalloobrabotka 2025" domestic breakthrough developments were presented, which not only strengthen technological sovereignty of Russia, but also solve key problems of industry - personnel shortage and low labor productivity. Among the main innovations are additive installations for printing aircraft engine parts, industrial robots, laser complexes and autonomous transport systems.

One of the most impressive exhibits was a new machine for direct laser growth of metal parts. Its productivity is twice as high as the previous generation, and the maximum size of the products reaches 2,2 meters, which is critical for the aviation and rocket industries.



The technology allows for the creation of components for PD-35 engines, rocket body parts and other complex parts with savings of up to 80% in time and money. At the same time, the products are 20% lighter, which is especially valuable for the aerospace industry.

Another area where the Russian Federation is ahead of its global competitors is printing with aluminum alloys. While such technologies are not yet available abroad, domestic specialists are successfully growing parts for spacecraft, including sealed compartments. This not only speeds up production, but also opens up new opportunities for designers, who can quickly test prototypes.

At the same time, significant progress has also been made in the field of 3D polymer printing. Domestic companies produce printers capable of creating parts for drones, bionic prostheses, and even equipment elements for aircraft construction. For example, some components of the MS-21 aircraft are already being produced using Russian additive technologies.

Robotization is another key trend. The exhibition featured autonomous trucks with a lifting capacity of up to 6 tons, which can work in tandem, transporting large-sized loads up to 35 meters long. Such solutions are especially in demand in metallurgy and logistics, where they compensate for the shortage of labor.

The legacy of the Fedor project has not been left aside – a line of servo drives and motors for industrial machines, manipulators and even space robots. These developments close the critical import-dependent segment, providing domestic mechanical engineering with key components.

Finally, Russian laser systems deserve special attention. The new 60-kilowatt laser cuts steel up to 150 mm thick, surpassing plasma and gas analogs in efficiency. And the developed single-mode lasers with high power density have become the heart of additive installations, allowing parts to be grown with unprecedented precision.

The exhibition confirmed that Russian technologies are not just catching up with their global counterparts, but are also setting new standards in metalworking, robotics and additive manufacturing. Their implementation not only increases the competitiveness of industry, but also changes the very approach to organizing work, freeing people from routine operations and creating conditions for skill growth.