Abstract
The purpose of this paper is to provide a personalised view by the Editors of the Rapid Prototyping Journal. It collects their years of experience in a series of observations and experiences that can be considered as a snapshot of where this technology is today. Development of these technologies has progressed according to application, materials and how the designers have applied their creativity to such a unique manufacturing tool. The paper predicts how the future of additive manufacturing will look from the perspective of three key elements: applications, materials and design.
| Original language | English |
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| Pages (from-to) | 255-258 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Rapid prototyping journal |
| Volume | 18 |
| Issue number | 4 |
| DOIs | |
| Publication status | Published - 8 Jun 2012 |
| Externally published | Yes |
UN SDGs
This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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SDG 9 Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
Keywords
- Additive manufacturing
- Manufacturing industry
- Rapid prototypes
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