1.4.8. Architecture and Construction

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Additive Manufacturing?

   Hint

   Think about what 3D printing does.

2. 2.

   Name one advantage of rapid prototyping.

   Hint

   Consider the speed of creating prototypes.

3. 3.

   What is the primary advantage of rapid prototyping?

   • Lower costs
   • Faster iterations
   • Better aesthetics

   Hint

   Think about what speed means for product development.

4. 4.

   True or False: Additive Manufacturing can only produce plastic parts.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall the different materials mentioned in AM processes.

5. 5.

   Consider a small engineering firm that wants to incorporate Additive Manufacturing into their workflow. Discuss the steps they would need to take and the potential challenges they may face in adopting this technology.

   Hint

   Think about both the technical and business aspects involved.

6. 6.

   Evaluate how AM can offer solutions in supply chain management for a manufacturing industry. What are the pros and cons?

   Hint

   Consider the broader impacts on supply chains beyond just immediate production needs.