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3D-printed hydrogels show promise for radiation-proof spacesuits, spacecraft
Astronauts and spacecraft face constant bombardment from high-energy radiation, posing significant risks to both human health ...
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Auxilium’s 3D printer builds medical devices on the International Space Station
Via a collaboration with Nasa, Auxilium has installed a 3D printer on the ISS to test the promise of manufacturing in ...
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3D Printing in Space Could Lead to Safer Space Missions
Researchers from the University of Glasgow unveiled a 3D printer that can create material in microgravity, which could improve space flight and may also help create better resources to use back on ...
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New 3D printers could transform space construction
Dr Gilles Bailet tested his 3D printer on a zero-gravity flight On-board manufacturing for spacecraft is one small step closer with the development of new 3D printing technology in zero gravity.
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In-space 3D printing research paves way for future in-orbit fabricators
Researchers at a Scottish university have taken one small step toward a future where orbital factories can 3D print future tech on-demand in space. Dr. Gilles Bailet, from the University of Glasgow’s ...
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3D Printing System Developed for Low Gravity Environments
Researchers at the University of Glasgow developed a 3D printing system designed to overcome the challenges of working in ...