Robotic craftsman provides solution for aging military systems needing repairs

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Robotic craftsman provides solution for aging military systems needing repairs

Some U.S. military systems are more than 50 years old, which means the parts to fix them are not easy to find, if they still exist. The introduction of 3D printing helped with remaking replacement parts. However, it was not a perfect solution because of limitations with materials. The Air Force looked for faster, more creative solutions. A Southern California startup, Machina Labs, created a strong contender for a solution. The Robotic Craftsma…