Yes, former US President Barack Obama did refer to 3D printing during his presidency. In his 2013 State of the Union address, he mentioned 3D printing as one of the technologies that could help drive innovation and create jobs in the US.
During his presidency, Obama was a strong advocate for advanced manufacturing technologies like 3D printing. In 2012, his administration launched the National Network for Manufacturing Innovation, which aimed to bring together industry, universities, and government to develop new manufacturing technologies, including 3D printing.
In 2014, the Obama administration also announced the establishment of the Advanced Manufacturing Partnership 2.0, which was a public-private partnership focused on advancing US manufacturing through the development of emerging technologies like 3D printing.
Overall, Obama saw 3D printing as a key technology for the future of US manufacturing, and his administration worked to promote its development and adoption in various ways.
