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US military invests in 3D printing on the frontline
De Zeen ^ | 12 Nov 2012 | De Zeen

Posted on 11/15/2012 7:39:19 AM PST by Theoria

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To: BipolarBob
3D printing works good for cheap plastic pieces that break. Right now that’s about it.

I can see some immediate applications for relief/contour maps and overlays, and bringing the sandtable into the XXI Century.

Vehicle air filters could be another possiblity, as could be tearaway protective lenses over vehicle headlights, armored vehicle sighting and night vision equipment, and other equipment that really shouldn't be etched or scoured by wind-driven sand or covered in mud.


21 posted on 11/20/2012 11:06:28 AM PST by archy
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To: Theoria
I expect it to happen before they get caught for cloning people for sex slaves.

It better happen quick, then.

22 posted on 11/20/2012 11:08:11 AM PST by archy
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To: a fool in paradise
How frequently will these printers jam?

Keep your printer jets cleaned, Private! Your life could depend on this equipment in combat....

But don't worry, soldier. The taxpayers have provided you with the very best equipment China can produce....

23 posted on 11/20/2012 11:10:12 AM PST by archy
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To: BipolarBob; Squantos
3D printing works good for cheap plastic pieces that break. Right now that’s about it.

Might be a couple of possibilities in EOD applications as well. Oh, Squantos....

24 posted on 11/20/2012 11:11:59 AM PST by archy
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