The implications of 3D Printed parts in aircraft and the defense industry are almost beyond measure.
"You can manufacture the products at whatever base you want, providing you can get a machine there, which means you can also start to support other platforms such as ships and aircraft carriers.
“And if it’s feasible to get machines out on the front line, it also gives improved capability where we wouldn’t traditionally have any manufacturing support.” #3dprinted #defense3dprinting
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