3D Printing

News about additive manufacturing and its increased use in system creation

Navy, Marine Corps test new laser projection system to paint aircraft

The services are experimenting with a better way to mark insignia on aircraft, one that doesn't require old-school stencils.

2 weeks ago

KNDS will set up shop in Ukraine to repair heavy weapons, make ammo

The company hopes to create a local subsidiary in June and hire local firms for various tasks, as Ukraine battles Russian attacks.

7 weeks ago

3D Printing

Why the Pentagon’s use of 3D printing is ‘not quite there yet’

The needs are perhaps most clear for the Navy, and yet even for that service, the technology — and the path to using it more widely — is still maturing.

Ursa Major to 3D print solid rocket motor cases

Ursa Major hopes a 3D printing approach to production could one day help replenish depleted stocks of critical weapons such as Javelins and Stingers.

8 months ago

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