SMRTR Science & EngineeringJul 22, 2025Interesting Engineering

3D printers to help UK nuclear fusion labs craft parts that withstand extreme forces

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Two advanced 3D printers acquired by the UK Atomic Energy Authority will manufacture fusion reactor components, with an electron beam printer for tungsten and a laser printer for complex geometries, potentially reducing costs and enabling large-scale production.

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