Early Stage Researcher | INNOVATIVE, Institute for Aerospace Technology University of Nottingham,Additive Manufacturing & 3D Printing Research Group, UoN
ESA Astronaut Samantha Cristoforetti's message on the URBAN Lunar 3D printing competition with @COMEX_officiel, @OHB_SE, @sonaca and of course @ESA_EAC !
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“50x greater productivity than competing systems” - q’s to ask include how does it directly compare with @DesktopMetal prod’n system, and PBF with, for example, @Betatype tech; also when shipping? #AdditiveManufacturing#metal#production#volumes
This is a concern, one that goes beyond money: connectivity is key, the ability to participate in large, costly S&T programme, the ability to influence & direct. We might be the youngster watching others play from the wrong side of the playground fence! https://t.co/wZLxqYO5zn