NASA astronaut Jeanette Epps configures the Metal 3D printer

iss071e522127 (Aug. 21, 2024) NASA astronaut Jeanette Epps prints samples of stainless steel to demonstrate microgravity operation of the Metal 3D Printer from ESA (European Space Agency). Crew members could use this technology to manufacture tools and parts on demand, reducing the need to bring along spare parts on missions to the Moon and Mars. Lessons learned also could improve metal additive manufacturing processes on Earth.