The University of Maine has unveiled the world's largest polymer 3D printer, named Factory of the Future 1.0 (FoF 1.0), capable of printing objects as large as 96 feet long by 32 feet wide by 18 feet high.
This printer can construct a 🏠house in under 80 hours and has the potential to create 🪖military vehicles, bridges, and more. It can print up to 500 pounds per hour and switch between various printing techniques.
◈The printer's ability to recycle materials adds to its sustainability, with the potential to produce entire neighbourhoods in the future. They expanding its research facilities to accommodate this innovative technology 👍, showcasing a commitment to advancing additive manufacturing capabilities.
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