The sophisticated experimental research facilities at the Hamburg Ship Model Basin have been at the leading edge of maritime model basin operations since it was founded in 1913. The group has developed a deep understanding of ship and offshore hydrodynamics, propeller design and arctic technology, and it offers a range of experimental activities from resistance and propulsion tests, seakeeping, maneuvering and cavitation experiments, other investigative process for ships and “anything that floats.” Now HSVA say they've recently reduced lead times for their prototype ship model components by 70% - and production costs by 30% - by bringing their 3D printing in-house with a Stratasys Objet Eden 350V 3D printer. You can read the whole story here: http://3dprint.com/92589/hsva-in-house-stratasys/