/en en /en/worldwide/space/magazine/why-3d-printing-revolutionising-satellite-manufacturing Thales 3D printing — additive manufacturing — is lowering the weight and cost of space parts in an increasingly-competitive market for tomorrow’s satellites. 13 Nov 2019 2728934 /sites/default/files/database/assets/images/2019-11/130989346_L_0.jpg /en/worldwide-space/science-and-space-exploration/magazine/why-space-exploration-will-continue-be-our A new phase of space exploration is leading to discoveries about our planet and about ourselves 10 Jul 2019 2728381 /sites/default/files/database/assets/images/2019-11/130989346_L_0.jpg /en/worldwide/space/magazine/space-factory-future-quick-turn-around-customized-cost-effective The 'Fourth Industrial Revolution' is already at work at Thales Alenia Space, where the digital integration of the most advanced manufacturing technologies provide clients today with quick turn-around for customized satellites and at competitive cost. 28 Feb 2018 2724770 /sites/default/files/database/assets/images/2019-11/130989346_L_0.jpg /en/worldwide/space/news/addictive-manufacturing Part of the company’s digital transformation, additive manufacturing made its appearance at Thales Alenia Space a few years ago. Today, all communications satellites made by the company feature 3D printed parts. 15 Jan 2018 2723728 /sites/default/files/database/assets/images/2019-11/130989346_L_0.jpg /en/germany/news/big-data-connectivity-co-wie-thales-digitale-trends-fur-sich-nutzbar-macht 12 Feb 2016 2559091 /sites/default/files/database/assets/images/2019-11/130989346_L_0.jpg