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SpaceX News: ESA Unveils Metal 3D Printing On ISS

September 19, 2024

SpaceX Unicorn News - September 19, 2024

The European Space Agency, in partnership with Airbus Defence and Space, has achieved a significant milestone by successfully producing the first metal part in space using a Metal 3D Printer aboard the International Space Station. This innovation could revolutionize long-duration space missions.

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( 00:00:35 ) Innovative 3D Printing Technology Utilized in Space by Companies Including SpaceX

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The European Space Agency (ESA) has announced a groundbreaking achievement in space technology with the successful production of the first metal part ever created in space using their Metal 3D Printer. This historic event occurred on September 19, 2024, aboard the International Space Station (ISS). The Metal 3D Printer, which became operational in June 2024 and is housed in the ESA’s Columbus Laboratory Module, was installed and operated with the assistance of European astronaut Andreas Mogensen. Developed in partnership with Airbus Defence and Space, this technology allows for the production of metal parts directly on the ISS, significantly reducing the need for frequent resupply missions. This advancement is expected to lower operational costs and enhance the efficiency of space missions, marking a significant step forward in sustainable operations in Low-Earth Orbit and potentially revolutionizing the approach to long-duration space missions.

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