1.1. Evolution of AM and 3D Printing

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Additive Manufacturing?

   Hint

   Think of how 3D printers operate.

2. 2.

   Name one early technology developed in Additive Manufacturing.

   Hint

   Consider the first commercial 3D printer.

3. 3.

   Which of the following technologies involves layering liquid resin to create objects?

   • Fused Deposition Modeling
   • Selective Laser Sintering
   • Stereolithography

   Hint

   It's the foundational technology in 3D printing.

4. 4.

   True or False: Additive Manufacturing uses less material than subtractive manufacturing.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the process differences.

5. 5.

   Evaluate the potential environmental impact of transitioning from traditional manufacturing to Additive Manufacturing in a specific industry.

   Hint

   Consider both production and material use.

6. 6.

   Design a hypothetical product that could only be manufactured using Additive Manufacturing. Discuss the design considerations and technology used.

   Hint

   Highlight the importance of material selection.