1.6.5. Legacy/Obsolete Parts

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Additive Manufacturing?

   Hint

   Think of how 3D printers operate.

2. 2.

   What are legacy parts?

   Hint

   Consider their relationship with older machinery.

3. 3.

   What is the primary benefit of using Additive Manufacturing for legacy parts?

   • Reduced production time
   • High personalization
   • Eliminating need for storage
   • All of the above

   Hint

   Think about how AM changes traditional supply chain dynamics.

4. 4.

   True or False: AM cannot produce parts that are no longer in use.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Recall how AM is utilized in maintaining older equipment.

5. 5.

   A manufacturing company needs a part for a legacy machine that has been out of production for 15 years. Discuss the steps they would take to utilize AM effectively.

   Hint

   Break down the process into steps like identifying, modeling, and sourcing.

6. 6.

   Discuss how AM could be integrated into the supply chain process for a hospital to produce custom surgical tools.

   Hint

   Think about reducing waste and improving efficiency for custom tools.