The United States Marines Corps continues to show both their interest and dedication to 3D printing, outlining plans for their 3D printing unit, X-FAB. The facility is self-sustained and allows for maintenance battalions to create on-demand parts out in the field. Currently, X-FAB is experimental, with different teams evaluating and offering feedback on the facility. The project is being funded by the Department of Defense, and is expected to continue. X-FAB may even soon be tested on military ships. Read more at 3DPrint.com: http://3dprint.com/185063/x-fab-3d-printing-facility/