People debate whether 3D printing / additive manufacturing will really have an impact on design and manufacturing. Hod Lipson, professor at Columbia University, recently gave a presentation on why 3D printing will definitely disrupt what we know of today as design and manufacturing. Here are his 8 reasons. (Click on the page numbers at the bottom of the image for the next disrupters.)
1. No assembly required
The ability to build whole assemblies, rather than parts that must be put together later, eliminates a number of costs common with other methods of manufacturing.
Ravindra Kulkarni says
Very Nice Post @ Leslie Langnau
Before 3D printing existed, products were specifically designed to fit in the traditional manufacturing technologies. Since 3D printers can make finished products, this so-called design for manufacturing is not necessary any more.
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Drew Mumaw says
Good post. One of the most important benefits from a designer’s perspective is the ability to prove a design concept before investing in a high cost steel mold that will be used to create millions of parts. I don’t see 3D printing eliminating the need for traditional (subtractive) manufacturing methods, but rather supplement it.
Lawrence B. Deleon says
Nice article
Lawrence B. Deleon says
Wow!