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July 22, 2022 | International, Naval

Navy ship utilizes 3D printing out at sea

The Navy recently installed a 3D printer on board the Wasp-class amphibious assault ship Essex.

https://www.navytimes.com/home/middle-column/2022/07/22/the-first-navy-ship-utilizes-3d-printing-out-at-sea/

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    August 28, 2020 | International, Aerospace

    US Space Force schedules pitch day for spring 2021

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