HYDERABAD: A 3D-printed temple, touted as the first such structure in the world, has come up at Burugupally in Siddipet dsitrict of Telangana.

Built by Hyderabad-based Apsuja Infratech in collaboration with Simpliforge Creations, the unique structure took about three months to 3D print.The 3-part structure, which spans 4,000 sq ft and is 35.5 feet tall, has 3 sanctums — a modak dedicated to Lord Ganesha, a square Shivalay devoted to Lord Shankar, and a lotus-shaped one for Goddess Parvati.The three gopurams (spires) and 3 sanctums were 3D-printed on-site by Simpliforge at its robotics construction 3D printing facility, with the help of an in-house system and indigenously developed material and software.The remaining structures like pillars, slabs, and flooring were built using conventional construction techniques.Amit Ghule, chief operating officer of Simpliforge, said the structure is not just a first-of-its-kind 3D-printed temple in India, but also the first such in the world.

“This construction takes care of structural requirements, principles of temple design, 3D printing requirements, while dealing with the challenges of in-site construction,” he said.

“This proof-of-concept also sets the stage for future applications of Simpliforge’s robust systems in inaccessible areas like frontiers, high altitude areas, deserts and snowy regions with applications in challenging terrain, disaster-hit areas and defence,” Ghule said.