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by zeristor·4mo ago·view on hn ↗
The Gigapress was larger than proceeding ones, casting larger parts replacing robots to build those parts. The metallurgy for aluminium alloy was key.

Tesla ordered most of the presses, but I think BYD is using them now too.

I’m guessing the ones used for Cybertrucks aren’t so busy.

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"While associated with Tesla, Idra has supplied these machines to other automakers, including Hyundai, Ford, and Volvo."

I asked gemini

I think Sandy Munroe kept pointing out there was a better way, Elon may have picked up on it and run with it.

Good to see others joining in.