In this paper, we analyse the evolution of 3D printing technology, its applications and numerous social, economic …, geopolitical, security and environmental consequences. We compare some of the most significant existing 3D printing solutions … happened in the past decades with the personal computers and Internet, the impact of 3-D printing will gradually increase in …

This article examines the characteristics and applications of 3-D printing and compares it with mass customization and … other manufacturing processes. 3-D printing enables small quantities of customized goods to be produced at relatively low … production of replacement parts, dental crowns, and artificial limbs, as well as in bridge manufacturing. 3-D printing has been …