Connor Gibson, a 22-year-old engineer, uses mobile 3D printers to create custom dentures for free for Americans who can't afford them. Working with Remote Area Medical, his innovation drastically reduces production time and restores smiles.
Mass construction of 3D printed residential buildings in Russia is not expected before 2030, according to Nikita Kuleikin, founder of Neobytnost architectural bureau. While niche projects and experimental settlements are possible in the next 5-7 years, widespread adoption requires clear standards, economic viability, and trust from the banking sector.
Hong Kong plans to host astronauts from China's Shenzhou-23 mission, including the city's first astronaut Lai Ka-ying, as early as the first half of 2024. The government also announces a new space manufacturing research centre focusing on 3D printing and AI.
