From basic shelters to intricate architectural designs, 3D printing could revolutionize the way human settlements are established on the Red Planet.

3D printers will make the tools, structures and habitats space pioneers need to survive in a hostile alien environment. They will enable long-term human presence on the Moon and Mars.

It makes use of resources that are easily available on Mars – rather than requiring us to transport materials from our planet, or digging them out of the Martian ground.