3D Printing in Aerospace and Defense

In the rugged, harsh terrains of combat zones, traditional means of delivering aid often fall short, posing a significant risk of severe injury and death. Amidst this challenge, U.S. Air Forces Central engineers believe they have found a lifesaving solution…

It has been a busy week for 3D printing! And we are happy to tell you all about it in this;s 3DExpress which highlights some of the tidbits you may have missed from the week. First, learn more about the…

Denver-based rocket innovator Ursa Major, a leading force in propulsion technology, has recently announced the company has secured a landmark contract with the US Navy’s Naval Energetics Systems and Technologies (NEST) Program. The collaboration aims to propel the Navy’s Standard…

The United States military has begun to modernize its fleet across all branches with the adoption of 3D printing technology. In a major overhaul for the U.S. Navy, Hunt Valve, the Fairbanks Morse Defense subsidiary, has recently been awarded a…

The integration of 3D printing technology into military operations has steadily increased in recent years. From prototyping and tooling to spare parts production and battlefield repairs, additive manufacturing offers various advantages for military applications. Leveraging this growing trend, Titomic Limited,…

The aerospace industry is constantly pushing boundaries, demanding ever lighter and stronger materials for its components, crucial for improving fuel efficiency, range, and overall performance of aircraft and spacecraft. Recently, Australia has made significant strides in this pursuit with the…

As aerospace technology advances, Purdue University‘s research continues to push the boundaries of hypersonic travel. Leveraging cutting-edge 3D printing technology, researchers at the Purdue Applied Research Institute (PARI) have successfully produced fully functional supersonic combustion ramjet (also known as scramjets)…

3D printing is gaining ground in many areas, including aerospace and defense. Already, additive manufacturing has been used to produce parts for Boeing’s combat helicopters and satellite antennas in space. In addition, research projects on the subject of 3D printing…

Additive manufacturing is soaring higher and higher as it continues to cement its place in the space industry. Case in point, only two years since emerging on the Aerospace AM scene, Ursa Major has announced the first flight of its…

Repeatedly, researchers draw inspiration from nature to drive innovation. Recently, we highlighted the development of a novel 3D printing technique by researchers inspired by chameleons. Similarly, the Fraunhofer Institute is exploring insect-inspired wood binders for 3D printing. In the most…

The Fort Bliss Army base in El Paso, Texas is at the forefront of a pioneering initiative aimed at revolutionizing military infrastructure through innovative 3D printing technology. Led by Army Sgt. Maj. Michael Perry, the installation is set to introduce…

Additive manufacturing has a wide range of applications, covering sectors such as fashion, aeronautics, construction and the food industry. One fast-growing field that is increasingly adopting 3D printing is defense. In several countries, government institutions are launching large-scale projects with…