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14. NASA’s Asteroid Mission, Organic Polymers in HVAC, Beer Factories with 3D Printers


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(0:50) - NASA’s Spacecraft to Explore Psyche-16

NASA’s upcoming Psyche mission will explore a large metal asteroid that may be the core of a former planet –– and is also worth quadrillions of dollars. 

(5:50) - Improving HVAC Efficiency Using Organic Polymers:

A Texas A&M professor discovered a way to save you money on your next electric bill by improving HVAC systems using polyimide, a widely-available organic polymer.

(10:50) - Heineken Uses 3D Printing in Beer Factories:

Heineken partnered with Ultimaker to introduce 3D printing to ensure more uptime, create a more durable supply chain, and foster creativity in the development of factory equipment.

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