The project is aimed at increasing the research performance of the ZMMC Centre in R & D of functionally graduated materials using additive technologies. The purpose of the project with a budget of CZK 84.5 million is a complex of research, investment and support activities, including the acquisition of equipment for 3D printing using direct laser deposition. It will be implemented by 30 member team of researchers and technicians from 1. 1. 2018 to 30. 6. 2022 in Dobřany. The point of impact of its implementation will be the whole territory of the ITI Pilsen metropolitan area. a.