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Development of First NDAA-Compliant 3D-Printed Drone by US Marine Corps

Saturday, February 7, 2026 at 06:43 PM UTC
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Executive Summary

Sgt. Henry David Volpe has successfully designed the Marine Corps' inaugural 3D-printed drone compliant with the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), enhancing rapid manufacturing capabilities and technological advancement within the Corps.

Sgt. Henry David Volpe designed the Marine Corps’ first National Defense Authorizing Act-compliant 3D-printed drone.

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