2. Comparison with Subtractive and Forming Processes

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Additive Manufacturing?

   Hint

   Think about how 3D printing works.

2. 2.

   Name one advantage of using Additive Manufacturing.

   Hint

   Consider how things are built in layers.

3. 3.

   What does Additive Manufacturing primarily do?

   • Removes material from a block
   • Adds material layer by layer
   • Forms materials through stamping

   Hint

   Think about 3D printing.

4. 4.

   True or False: Additive Manufacturing is ideal for mass production.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider production volumes in different manufacturing setups.

5. 5.

   Discuss the environmental impact of using Additive Manufacturing compared to Subtractive Manufacturing. Provide examples.

   Hint

   Consider how much material is typically wasted in traditional processes.

6. 6.

   Analyze how the cost structure impacts the decision between using AM and traditional manufacturing processes for a custom part.

   Hint

   Think about initial investments vs. production scale.