KT Corporation's Printed Spacecraft Parts to be Launched into Orbit

KT Corporation (NYSE:KT), a Korean satellite manufacturer, has partnered with Thales Alenia Space to create the largest 3D printed spacecraft parts in existence.
According to an article on 3D Printing Industry:

For the Koreasat 5A and Koreasat 7 satellites currently being built, Thales Alenia Space is using the second largest laser beam melting machine yet made, the Concept Laser Xline 1000R, to 3D print telemetry and command antenna supports.  The identical, aluminum supports measure 45cm by 40cm by 21cm (17.7″ x 15.7″ x 8.3″) in size, perfect for the massive Xline 1000R, which belongs to the firm’s French partner, Poly-Shape.
Thanks to their 3D printed, biologically-inspired design, the parts offer 22% in weight savings and 30% in cost savings, in comparison to traditionally manufactured counterparts.  In addition, 3D printing reduces the production schedule down by one or two months, while increasing performance.  At the same time, these parts were able to pass vibration acceptance tests, necessary for launch.

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