Introduction to Additive Manufacturing
Abstract
This chapter introduces the basic definition, principle, and development of various additive manufacturing (AM) processes (e.g., powder bed fusion, electron beam melting, direct metal deposition, etc.). Generic steps for building physical parts from digital 3D design data are introduced. The categories of AM process are presented, and the principle of each category is also clarified. Next, the applications of AM are presented including fabrication of functionally graded materials, repair and remanufacturing of damaged components, fabrication of advanced materials, and fabrication of smart structures with embedded sensors. After that, the distinction between AM and subtractive manufacturing is revealed, and the advantages and challenges of AM are discussed. Besides, hybrid manufacturing, which is the integration of AM with subtractive manufacturing, is introduced. Finally, the limitations and challenges of AM are discussed.
Recommended Citation
X. Zhang and F. Liou, "Introduction to Additive Manufacturing," Additive Manufacturing, pp. 1 - 31, Elsevier, Jan 2021.
The definitive version is available at https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-12-818411-0.00009-4
Department(s)
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Keywords and Phrases
3D printing; Additive manufacturing; Advanced material; Functionally graded materials; Hybrid manufacturing; Repair; Smart structures; Techniques
International Standard Book Number (ISBN)
978-012818411-0
Document Type
Article - Journal
Document Version
Citation
File Type
text
Language(s)
English
Rights
© 2024 Elsevier, All rights reserved.
Publication Date
01 Jan 2021
