Ivan Miranda has released design files for the Mirandetta, a 3D-printed electric scooter that breaks down to fit inside a suitcase [1].

The project demonstrates the potential for highly portable, user-manufactured electric vehicles. By open-sourcing the files, Miranda allows others to replicate a transport solution that bypasses the bulk of traditional scooters and motorbikes.

While the creator refers to the vehicle as a motorbike in his recent video, observers noted that the final product is clearly a scooter [3]. The design focuses on portability and ease of transport, allowing the user to carry the vehicle as luggage [2].

Miranda provided a warning regarding the performance of the Mirandetta. He said the vehicle is "super fast... way too fast" [1].

The release of the files on July 10 allows enthusiasts to print the components and assemble the vehicle themselves [3]. The project highlights the intersection of additive manufacturing and urban mobility, creating a tool for those who need a motorized option that can be stored in a small space [1].

“The Mirandetta is a 3D-printed electric scooter that breaks down to fit inside a suitcase.”

The Mirandetta reflects a growing trend in the 'maker' movement where complex transportation is decentralized from factories to home 3D printers. By reducing a vehicle to the size of a suitcase, the project addresses the 'last-mile' transit problem and the challenges of transporting electric vehicles on planes or public transit, though the creator's warning about speed suggests potential safety and regulatory hurdles for home-built EVs.