SMRTR Science & EngineeringSep 1, 2026Interesting Engineering

US team demonstrates 30-foot 3D-printed vessel at speeds up to 40 knots

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The University of Maine launched the 3Dirigo X, a 30-foot 3D-printed boat that reached 40 knots, proving additive manufacturing is ready for real defense and commercial use. Unlike traditional shipbuilding, engineers simply update a digital file to produce new vessels, cutting costs and time dramatically.

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