Exploring Advanced Manufacturing at the Composite Center

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Explore the cutting-edge production techniques at the Composite Center, featuring the use of large-scale additive manufacturing to create structures such as houses, boats, windmill blades, and floor systems. Learn about the capabilities of the world's largest 3D printer at the University of Maine and the goal of establishing a factory of the future with collaborative manufacturing processes.

3D printing isn’t just for hobbyists – it could be central to the future of manufacturing. Companies are turning to this technology to make everything from car and airplane parts to houses faster and cheaper than with traditional techniques. Now, as 3D printing – also known as additive manufacturing – is getting quicker, researchers are testing its limits. WSJ’s Alex Ossola and Danny Lewis take a look at how this tech is building the factory of the future.

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