NASA's space launch system using futuristic technology to build the next generation of rockets
Wednesday, November 7, 2012 - 08:00
in Astronomy & Space
(Phys.org)—NASA's Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Ala. is using a method called selective laser melting, or SLM, to create intricate metal parts for America's next heavy-lift rocket. Using this state-of-the-art technique will benefit the agency by saving millions in manufacturing costs.