5.5. Printing/Building

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is Additive Manufacturing?

   Hint

   Think about how 3D printers create objects.

2. 2.

   Name one advantage of Additive Manufacturing.

   Hint

   Consider the waste and speed compared to traditional methods.

3. 3.

   What year did Additive Manufacturing begin?

   • 1980
   • 1984
   • 1990

   Hint

   Think about who first developed the technology.

4. 4.

   True or False: Additive Manufacturing results in significant material waste.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider how material is added rather than removed in this process.

5. 5.

   A company relies on traditional machining processes but is considering transitioning to Additive Manufacturing. Discuss the potential advantages it could gain, focusing on time and cost considerations.

   Hint

   Think about how rapid design changes affect production timelines and costs.

6. 6.

   You are tasked with designing a new medical device using AM. Identify the key steps you would follow from concept to quality testing using the additive manufacturing process.

   Hint

   Consider the flow from design stages to testing and final production.