The Future of Manufacturing Might Be in Space

wired.comPublished: 5/6/2025

Summary

Space could become the next frontier for manufacturing. Thanks to the unique microgravity environment of Earth's orbit, high-quality materials can now be created that surpass what's possible on Earth—thanks to new companies leveraging cheaper access to space and innovative return technologies, this promising field is finally becoming viable and will soon transform into a major industry with applications ranging from semiconductors to medicine.