Test Mission Complete: 3-D Printers to Create Tools in Space

Thursday, July 28, 2011 - 17:30 in Astronomy & Space

Astronauts may soon take 3-D printers with them into orbit. The printers could help crank out parts – like screws and wrenches – for the spacecraft and space station while in orbit.

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