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HII successfully integrated 3D-printed metal components into the USS Enterprise aircraft carrier and Virginia-class submarines.
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HII successfully integrated 3D-printed metal components into the USS Enterprise aircraft carrier and Virginia-class submarines.

Originally reported by businessinsider.com

HII successfully integrated 3D-printed metal components into the USS Enterprise aircraft carrier and Virginia-class submarines. This transition from proof-of-concept to warfighting capability enables the Navy to bypass traditional casting lead times of 40 weeks. Data shows repair costs for specific assemblies plummeted from $316,000 to just $131 through additive solutions. This shift secures a decentralized, on-demand supply chain for critical fleet maintenance. 🚢⚓🛠️ #AM #Navy #Defense #3DPrinting #Engineering

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