Hawaii-based startup Voltage Vessels has unveiled the Eclipse X9, a military boat produced using 3D printing technology for operations by the United States Navy.
According to Defence Blog, the Eclipse X9 was designed as an autonomous surface vessel and can be used for surveillance, logistics, and maritime support missions.
According to the company, the vessel was developed to reduce manufacturing time and costs while making repairs and rapid modifications easier. The design also emphasizes modularity, allowing the boat to be adapted for different mission profiles.
Voltage Vessels believes that the use of 3D printing could help the U.S. military rapidly expand its naval capabilities without relying on long and complex supply chains.
According to industry experts, the technology could transform military logistics by enabling the rapid production of vessels and spare parts in remote locations, reducing dependence on lengthy supply chains.
Recent military exercises in the Indo-Pacific have already included the use of mobile 3D-printing facilities to manufacture components directly in operational areas.
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