3D Metal Production in Space

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Why do we Need to be Able to 3D print in space?

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The European Space Agency’s ( ESA ) metal 3D printer was able to demonstrate the feasibility of metallic part production in microgravity.

The printer was built by Airbus , and was the first to be installed on a space station back in January of this year .

3D printing will enable astronauts to conduct long-haul missions to the Moon and Mars , increasing their autonomy and how self-sustaining space stations can be.

The prototype for the ISS 3D printer is the size of a washing machine.

The printer sits in a sealed metal box, which acts like a safe.

The melting point of metal alloys compatible with this process can be far over 1,200C degrees.

Pressure, gravity management and in-orbit inspection of parts had to be conducted in space.

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