Swiss Guard, the centuries-old protector of the Vatican, innovates with 3D-printed helmets

palinchakjr/iStock(LONDON) — To celebrate their 513th anniversary, the Swiss Guard — the tiny security force that protects the Vatican –- has debuted modern 3D-printed helmets made of a strong but light-weight plastic. The new helmets, worn for the first time on Tuesday, are a mixture of practicality and function. The cast-iron helmets the guards have …

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