03 March 2026
XTI Aerospace, Inc., has announced the addition of the SPARKX i7 3D printer to its product lineup as part of Drone Nerds' previously announced collaboration with Shenzhen Creality 3D Technology Co.
Developed under Creality's SPARKX brand, the i7 integrates AI-assisted setup, full-auto calibration, real-time AI monitoring, and support for up to four-color printing to provide an accessible 3D printing experience for creators and technology enthusiasts.
"Staying aligned with our customers' evolving needs is central to how we build our product portfolio," said Jeremy Schneiderman, CEO of Drone Nerds. "The SPARKX i7 reflects that approach by bringing advanced 3D printing capabilities to a wide range of creative applications."
"We have leveraged our more than 10 years of 3D printing expertise to create a product users can unbox as a powerful plug-and-play, multi-color printer," said Larry Yee, Chief Strategy Officer and VP of North America Sales at Creality. "Partnering with Drone Nerds enables us to bring the SPARKX i7 to a broader audience in the U.S. market."
The SPARKX i7 includes a built-in AI camera designed to monitor prints in real time. The system is designed to detect conditions such as filament entanglement, air printing and "spaghetti," build plate checks, and notify users when attention may be required. The SPARKX i7 also includes an integrated automatic filament switching system that allows users to produce up to four-color models without manually changing filament during an active print cycle.
In addition, proprietary flow control and vibration compensation algorithms are incorporated to support surface finish and model detail. The printer incorporates design features intended to reduce operational noise. A Night Mode setting reduces operational sound levels and turns off system lighting during printing. The system also incorporates a modular design with quick-swap components, including the hotend, cutter shaft, and extruder handle, intended to simplify maintenance.
About XTI Aerospace, Inc.
XTI Aerospace, Inc. (Nasdaq: XTIA) is an aerospace technology company focused on the advancement of vertical flight. Through its Drone Nerds business, acquired in November 2025, XTI is a premier provider of unmanned aircraft systems ("UAS"), solutions, services and hardware. Through its XTI Aircraft business, the Company is engaged in the development of advanced vertical takeoff and landing ("VTOL") aircraft with the range and speed of planes and the take-off and landing capability of helicopters.
About Drone Nerds
Drone Nerds, LLC, a subsidiary of XTI Aerospace, Inc. (Nasdaq: XTIA), provides comprehensive drone solutions for enterprise, private, and recreational needs. Established in 2014, Drone Nerds focuses on ensuring customers deploy the right UAS solutions for their unique operational requirements. Through its proprietary Always Flying™ program, Drone Nerds delivers enhanced reliability and assurance for enterprise implementations across industry verticals, including public safety, government, agriculture, construction, insurance, energy, inspection, and more.
About Creality
Started in 2014, Creality has been dedicated to making 3D printing more accessible to users worldwide. Today, the flagship K series continues to push the limits of next-generation maker technology. Additional product lines include the Ender, Hi, and CR series. Creality's in-house developed software, such as Creality Print and Creality Cloud App, creates a seamless workflow across devices. With a comprehensive suite of filaments, 3D scanners, laser engravers, accessories, and parts, Creality offers a complete, integrated 3D-printing solution for makers everywhere.
