Applications of AM
Additive Manufacturing (AM) enhances the product development lifecycle through rapid prototyping and innovative designs. It fosters efficiency and effectiveness in various sectors by allowing on-demand production of parts, sparking creativity and customization in product designs. This technology is reshaping industries from aerospace to healthcare, enabling personalized solutions and reducing environmental impacts through mass customization and decentralized production.
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What we have learnt
- Additive Manufacturing accelerates product development by enabling rapid prototyping and design iterations.
- The technology simplifies complex designs across various sectors, providing tailored solutions without the need for traditional tooling.
- Sustainability and cost-effectiveness are enhanced through localized, on-demand manufacturing and the revival of obsolete parts.
Key Concepts
- -- Rapid Prototyping
- A process that allows quick manufacturing of prototypes directly from CAD data, enhancing design iterations.
- -- Mass Customization
- The ability to produce personalized products at scale, significantly impacting consumer and industrial markets.
- -- Decentralized Production
- A manufacturing approach where production is localized, reducing costs and lead times by producing items closer to end-users.
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