

Advent of Additive Manufacturing and its Types
Abstract
Additive manufacturing (AM) or 3D printing is a complete process that creates products layer by layer based on digital molds. This session will take an in-depth look at various manufacturing technologies and highlight their unique capabilities and applications. Key techniques include stereo lithography (SLA), which uses a laser to freeze liquid into a plastic sheet. Fused deposition modeling (FDM) extrudes thermoplastic filaments to form a layer-by-layer process. Selective laser sintering (SLS) sinters powder materials such as nylon, while electron beam melting (EBM) uses an electron beam to melt metal powder, making it ideal for high-performance parts. Laminated object manufacturing (LOM), an adhesive-coated fabric sheet, is cost-effective for mass production. Each technology has unique advantages in terms of design freedom, product quality and production speed, accelerating progress in modern manufacturing. Integration of these technologies facilitates rapid prototyping, reduces waste, and improves medical devices and other high-tech products. To facilitate innovation, R&D leverages complementary technologies to enable rapid, repeatable innovation. This article provides an overview of these important applications and explains the manufacturing process and the development of modern manufacturing and production. It also speeds up design by reducing development time and creating custom specifications. Artificial intelligence-driven innovation allows designers to create beautiful and functional designs.
Cite as:Akriti Gupta. (2024). Advent of Additive Manufacturing and its Types. Advancement in Mechanical Engineering and Technology, 7(3), 1–8.
https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.12644190
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