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The US military is utilizing digital manufacturing to repair battle-damaged vehicles, reducing reliance on traditional supply chains. This approach enables the rapid production of replacement parts, enhancing military logistics and operational efficiency. By leveraging digital manufacturing, the military can improve its response time and effectiveness in remote or austere environments.
The Marine Depot Maintenance Command tested the Digital Manufacturing Exchange (DMX) during Valiant Shield 26 to support a distributed sustainment network. DMX aims to expand manufacturing options for Marines at the tactical edge. The exercise involved operating forces, other military services, and industry partners.