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Jul 2021
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#174: 3D Printing

Leonardo English
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It's a technology that some have said will bring in a Fourth Industrial Revolution. Discover how 3D printing actually works, what industries it is revolutionising, and how it will (or won't) change every aspect of the world we live in. Full transcript, subtitles and key vocabulary available on the website: https://www.leonardoenglish.com/podcasts/3d-printi ... Show More
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