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3D printing in open space points the way to orbital data centers

Building a 3D-printed structure in open space is a genuine first, and its real value is what it enables next: orbital data centers. That connection is worth watching closely. The path from in-space construction to working infrastructure is long, but this step makes the destination feel tangible rather than theoretical. It's the kind of progress that quietly reshapes what's possible. For a look at how AI is transforming another everyday tool, read "AI-Native Spreadsheets: Smarter Data Management Without the Learning Curve."