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US Space Force wants to test how to build satellites in orbit with $1.6 million Arkisys deal
By Jeff Spry published
Arkisys Inc. and its partners awarded $1.6 million contract by the U.S. Space Force for scalable spaceport.

DARPA is exploring ways to build big things in space
By Elizabeth Howell published
The U.S. military has awarded contracts under a new program to address in-space manufacturing needs, as part of a larger effort to reduce the costs of spaceflight.

A BFF in Space! Bioprinter Will 3D-Print Human Tissue on the Space Station
By Elizabeth Howell published
A new 3D printer aims to create human tissue in space after it launches to the International Space Station aboard a SpaceX cargo mission in July.

Making Stuff in Space: Off-Earth Manufacturing Is Just Getting Started
By Sarah Lewin published
Space is a dangerous place for humans: Microgravity sets our fluids wandering and weakens muscles, radiation tears through DNA and the harsh vacuum outside is an ever-present threat.

Red Planet Housing: NASA Awards $200,000 in 3D-Printed Habitat Challenge
By Nola Taylor Tillman published
Looking for a place to stay on Mars? A 3D-printed habitat competition may be shaping space habitats.

SpaceCom Conference: Interest Up as Registration Opens
By Elizabeth Howell published
Registration is open for the third iteration of an annual space conference that talks about applications of space technology for Earth.

Made in Space Talks 'Teleporting' and the Future of Space-Borne 3D Printing
By Sarah Lewin published

First Retailer in Orbit: Lowe's and Made In Space Send 3D Printer to Station
By Robert Z. Pearlman published
The home-improvement store Lowe's and Made In Space, the company behind the world's first zero-G 3D printer, are launching a manufacturing facility on the International Space Station.
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