Latest "3D printing" stories

The Defense Department is 3D printing barracks

Roaches and black mold not included.

By Rachel Nostrant and Sarah Sicard

14 months ago

Marine receives 3D-printed teeth from reconstructive jaw surgery in military first

“It was weird to hear my own voice. I just made a sound and everyone there cheered.”

23 months ago

Marines and sailors 3D print protective gear following outbreak of COVID-19 on Okinawa

U.S. Forces Japan announced Wednesday a Japan-wide public health emergency over COVID-19. According to the World Health Organization, there are 8,100 confirmed cases of COVID-19 across Japan.

By Shawn Snow

3 years ago

How 3D printers are cutting down surgery times and helping vets get mobility back at VA hospitals

Some doctors are using the printers to replicate human organs and develop prosthetics.

By Natalie Gross

4 years ago

No sandbags needed: Marines 3D print a barracks room in 40 hours

Normally it takes up to five days and 10 Marines to construct a barracks hut out of wood.

By Neil Fotre

5 years ago

3D-printing guns in your home? A Texas company just got the green light to give you instructions

3D gun-manufacturing instructions will soon be available online for users to make a firearm in the comfort of their own home.

5 years ago