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Strengthening US Industrial Base With Advanced Technologies
The International Manufacturing Technology Show (IMTS) 2026 is set to showcase cutting-edge manufacturing technologies, including AI-enabled production and 3D printing. The AMT Emerging Technology Center will feature a full-scale manufacturing cell and the 11-foot-tall Aires Tide flight vehicle, demonstrating how advanced manufacturing can help the US develop and produce critical capabilities faster. According to the article, this initiative may help strengthen the US industrial base and create surge capacity in times of disruption, as reported by Unknown Source.