3D printing has rapidly gained importance in the field of engineering due to its many benefits. Some of these benefits include enabling faster prototyping, reducing manufacturing costs, increasing product customization, and improving product quality. 3D printing technology minimizes lead times in manufacturing, enabling prototyping to be completed within a few hours and at a small percentage of traditional costs
The advantages of 3D printing
- Rapid prototyping
- Customization and personalization
- Complexity is free
- Reduced material waste
- On-demand production
- Low-volume production and mass customization
- Design freedom and innovation
- No requirement for tooling and jigs