Cybersecurity and materials engineers at New York University say hackers could hack into internet-connected 3D printers to introduce defects as components are being built. The study concluded that with the growth of cloud-based and decentralized 3D printer production supply chains, there can be “significant risk to the reliability of the product” Researchers say the orientation of a 3D printed product during the manufacturing process could make as much as a 25% difference in its strength. Without 3D printing, the Ford Motor Co. would not be able to meet its new model vehicle build deadlines.”]