3d-printing

Microgravity 3D printing using a precious mineral abundant on the moon could help astronauts build on-demand supplies, shield themselves from UV radiation and even refine water, new study shows.

Scientists are using new technologies to create 3D-printed hearts that'll be sent to the ISS in about five years. This could be key for a future in which humans are deep-space explorers.

The volatile nature of space rocket engines means that many early prototypes end up embedded in dirt banks or decorating the tops of any trees that are unfortunate enough to neighbor testing sites.

A Chinese science proposal plans to study how to get a giant spacecraft into space.

A successful firing test shows that Europe's lightweight Vega launcher is well on its way to cheaper and more efficient launches in 2025, officials say.

The private space company Orbex recently allowed cameras into its rocket factory for the first time, offering a glimpse at where the commercial orbital rocket called Prime is being built.

Using rockets to send all the equipment and supplies for building and maintaining long-term settlements on the moon would be hugely expensive.

A 3D-printer that could re-create itself from lunar material is in development at a university in Canada.

An Israeli artist is crowdsourcing audio that will be sent to the International Space Station's 3-D printer and then shot into space.

Put on your thinking caps! NASA has announced Phase 2 of its 3D-printed habitat challenge, focused on creating a living space for astronauts on the Red Planet.