NASA Working To Create 3D Printer Filament Recycling System in Space
If you didn't think that the fact that NASA was about to start 3D printing in space was impressive enough, then maybe the fact that they are working with a company called Made in Space to produce a 3D printer filament recycling system will impress you. That's right, NASA is working with the company to create a system which will allow them to turn fist sized ABS plastic objects back into 1.75mm 3D printer filament. The system would allow them to have a closed loop manufacturing facility where ever their shuttle takes them. More details on NASA's plans can be found here: http://3dprint.com/3559/nasa-made-in...ament-recycle/
NASA is also working on other interesting 3D printing projects with Made in Space as well. More details are at the article about.
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