1. Introduction to Additive Manufacturing (AM)

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Additive Manufacturing?

   Hint

   Think of how a printer creates layers of ink.

2. 2.

   Name one advantage of Additive Manufacturing over traditional methods.

   Hint

   Consider which method creates less waste.

3. 3.

   What does AM stand for?

   • Additive Manufacturing
   • Alternating Manufacturing
   • Analog Manufacturing

   Hint

   Remember the full form of the letters.

4. 4.

   True or False: Additive Manufacturing is more wasteful than traditional subtractive methods.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on which method produces more scrap.

5. 5.

   What are the key advantages of using Additive Manufacturing in medical applications?

   Hint

   Consider benefits in terms of customization and speed.

6. 6.

   Discuss a scenario in which the flexibility of Additive Manufacturing significantly impacts production efficiency.

   Hint

   Think about what limitations traditional methods have that AM doesn't.