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First object 3D-printed in orbit

First object 3D-printed in orbit
Who
International Space Station
What
First
Where
Not Applicable
When
25 November 2014
On 25 November 2014, astronaut Barry Wilmore (USA), commander aboard the International Space Station (ISS) used a 3D printer to print an extruded plate with “Made in Space” and the NASA logo on it. The 3D printer is being used as part of a microgravity experimental installation to trial the printing of 3D objects astronauts need, rather than having to wait for supply rockets to bring such objects every few months or so. With a supply of general print material, the printing of objects becomes a truly on-demand activity. The ultimate aim of these preliminary experiments will be to print larger structures that will help us explore space and colonize neighbouring worlds.