Shipbuilders put 3D printed parts on a US aircraft carrier and submarine. The Navy liked the results.

Big wins in additive manufacturing are changing how the Navy builds and repairs parts on its ships.

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• The US Navy and the shipbuilding industry is making progress on 3D printing parts for warships.
• 3D printing saves time and money on building and repairs, the service said.
• Navy leadership believes additive manufacturing can also help it bypass traditional supply chains.

The US Navy is betting on 3D printing parts to speed up work on the fleet while also cutting costs after two wins last year...