Aerospace & Defense

With the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the USA sealed the increased expansion of renewable energies in 2022. Since then, the available funds have been used to expand green alternatives. Last year, for example, solar systems with a capacity of 33…

3D printing, especially polymer fused deposition modeling (FDM), has transformed the production of complex shapes and thermal-resistant components in the most demanding industries, such as aerospace and automotive. Despite its advantages, however, FDM technology also encounters limitations in part performance,…

It has long been clear that with additive manufacturing, not even the sky is the limit. And once again that has been proven. Sintavia, a company which claims to be the world’s first all-digital aerospace component manufacturer, has announced that…

It’s that time once again! Now that Saturday is here, it is the moment to take a look back at some of the most pertinent news in the 3D printing news from the week. First, let’s start with Agnikul Cosmos.…

Last week, the International Space Station (ISS) witnessed a significant milestone as the European Space Agency etched its name in history by accomplishing the first-ever metal 3D printing in space. This achievement, spearheaded by a consortium led by Airbus, signifies…

Student engineers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison have taken a giant leap toward self-sustaining space exploration by successfully 3D printing Random Access Memory (RAM) devices in zero gravity. This achievement, realized in March 2024, represents a significant advancement for long-duration…

In aviation, the use of 3D printed drones has already revolutionized our perception of aerial possibilities. These devices, the result of a fusion between 3D printing and modern aviation, offer unprecedented flexibility and adaptability. We’ve already seen a number of…

High-frequency systems and satellites play a crucial role in intensively observing and exploring space, analyzing weather phenomena, and enabling communication. The demands on these systems are continuously increasing to provide more comprehensive and accurate data. Consequently, companies in this field…

The aerospace sector stands out as a prime beneficiary of additive manufacturing‘s advantages. Through 3D printing, intricate, lightweight components can now be designed and produced with unprecedented speed and efficiency, revolutionizing not only aerospace but various other industries as well.…

We are back with #3DEXPRESS to show you all the highlights of the news from the additive manufacturing sector this week! First up, Eplus3D presents its new metal 3D printer, incorporating 36 lasers with the capability to add an additional…

The ever-growing demand for data storage compels innovation, forcing us to look beyond Earth’s atmosphere for solutions. In a recent partnership, Lonestar Data Holdings Inc. and the renowned Danish architectural firm Bjarke Ingels Group (also known as BIG) have introduced…

The aerospace industry thrives on pushing the boundaries of innovation. However, NASA‘s recent licensing of a revolutionary superalloy, GRX-810, not only marks a significant step forward in the development of future aerospace technology, but will have significant benefits on the…