Archinaut spacecraft to manufacture structures in orbit

Archinaut can assemble large trusses in-orbit. Image courtesy of Made in Space.

A new spacecraft called Archinaut has been revealed by US-based company 'Made in Space', promising to revolutionize space construction.

The Archinaut spacecraft effectively functions as a large 3D printer able to create large truss structures in a zero-gravity environment. Designed in collaboration with Northrop-Grumman and Oceaneering Space Systems, the Archinaut could theoretically reduce the cost of space manufacturing and construction by a significant margin. Recognizing the potential of the spacecraft, Nasa has also provided…

Archinaut spacecraft to manufacture structures in orbit

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