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MIT-developed 3D printer can output a fully functional electric motor in a single process
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this post was submitted on 22 Feb 2026
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Honestly kind of huge? 3D printing can allow for really complex geometries that just can't be practically produced via other methods which could result in more efficient motors or designs with new and desireable torque curves.