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4-1970 8:00 AM

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The zero gravity or weightless environment during orbital flight makes specific new manufacturing processes possible.

An overview of the current research and technology projects is given. Unique processes are discussed and potential materials and products groups are outlined.

The Space Manufacturing experiments presently in development for the Skylab Orbital Workshop mission are briefly described and follow-on NASA plans and the industrial participation in space processing and manufacturing experiments are outlined.

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Apr 1st, 8:00 AM

Unique Manufacturing Processes in Space Environment

The zero gravity or weightless environment during orbital flight makes specific new manufacturing processes possible.

An overview of the current research and technology projects is given. Unique processes are discussed and potential materials and products groups are outlined.

The Space Manufacturing experiments presently in development for the Skylab Orbital Workshop mission are briefly described and follow-on NASA plans and the industrial participation in space processing and manufacturing experiments are outlined.

 

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