Abstract
3D printing technology has emerged as one of the most disruptive innovations to impact the logistics industry and the global supply chain. Some claim that the technology merely enhances some aspects of production process, while others argue that technology will revolutionize and replace existing manufacturing technologies. Whether revolutionary or evolutionary, 3D printing technology is recognized as an important trend that will significantly impact supply chains. The objective of this article is to explore basic issues related to 3D printing technology and possibilities for altering manufacturing and supply chain.
Highlights
Since the Industrial Revolution, manufacturing has been synonymous with factories, machine tools, production lines and economies of scale
The technology has improved processes in many industries, including aerospace, automotive, industrial products, consumer products, defence, architecture, or healthcare. Experts believe that this technology will keep growing at a fast pace and play a major role in the future of supply chains
To provide more information among people about all its abilities and innovations, there are still views the 3D printing from the time of its beginnings more than 5 years ago
Summary
Since the Industrial Revolution, manufacturing has been synonymous with factories, machine tools, production lines and economies of scale. It is startling to think about manufacturing without tooling, assembly lines or supply chains. That is what is emerging as the future of 3D printing services takes hold. Today you can make parts, appliances and tools in a wide variety of materials right from your home or workplace. Create, modify or download a digital 3D model of an object. 3D printers are being used to economically create custom, improved, as well as design of parts that could not be manufactured before, and right there where they will be used. A single printer can produce a vast range of products, sometimes already assembled
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