Here are three common uses of 3D printing (also known as additive manufacturing):
1.Rapid Prototyping
Designers and engineers create quick, cost-effective physical models of products to test form, fit, and function before full-scale production. This speeds up iteration and reduces development costs in industries like consumer goods and automotive.
2.Medical Applications
3D printing produces custom prosthetics, implants, surgical guides, and anatomical models tailored to individual patients, improving fit, outcomes, and enabling complex procedures.
3.Aerospace Components
Manufacturers print lightweight, complex parts (like engine components or brackets) for aircraft and rockets, reducing weight, material waste, and assembly needs while enabling designs impossible with traditional methods.