blog posts U of I launches 3D printing facility with $8m DOD award May 12, 2025 11:45 am by TCT MagazineIllinois in the News Share on Facebook Tweet Email Images TCT Magazine (May 8) 'We are building the world’s first university research center focused on large metal additive manufacturing,' to allow the military to quickly manufacture large parts, making its supply chain more agile, efficient and secure. Share on Facebook Tweet Email