Bremen researchers develop 3D printer for moon and Mars!

Bremen researchers develop 3D printer for moon and Mars!

Bremen, Deutschland - A Bremen research team has developed innovative 3D printer that are specially designed for use in space. This technology should enable the necessary parts to be produced directly on the moon or Mars and thereby significantly reduce the high transport costs of spare parts from the earth. The team members consist of three students, a research assistant and the logistics professor Yilmaz Uygun.

The new 3D printer is developed in such a way that it can move like a crab and anchor himself on the celestial body. The energy supply takes place via solar panels, while the material for printing is initially sent in powder form from the earth. According to the reports from Butenunbinnen.de, the team was originally known for the development of 3D printers for wind turbines.

technological developments and challenges

The printer is able to produce parts with a length of up to three meters and heavy tools. The researchers are currently working on a smaller model, followed by a 3D printer in original size that is prepared for space flight. The technology must withstand both extreme temperature fluctuations and weightlessness, which is a significant technical challenge. The first experiments on the moon are planned for the next moon missions to test the functionality of the printer, as reports chip.de.

In addition, the team plans talks with companies on the raw material extraction of asteroids in order to obtain the necessary materials for printing directly from space in the long term. These progress attract the interest of the aerospace industry, since the development of the new 3D printers has the potential to significantly improve the automation and efficiency of space missions by reducing the dependence on transports on earth.

In summary, it can be said that the developments of the Bremen research team could be a significant step towards reducing costs and increasing efficiency in future space missions.