Cold, crushed, and still kicking, this titanium sphere survives space stress test.
In simulated outer-space conditions, under pressure of 330 bar and cooled to -196ºC, this 3D printed titanium 640 mm-diameter fuel tank held. Made with DED 3D printing technology at the Korea Institute of Industrial Technology, researchers say the first-of-its-kind test results lay the foundation for widespread applications of 3D printing in aerospace.
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