Industrial Application of 3D-Printing Systems

Additive Manufacturing (AM), also commonly called 3D-Printing, is very recent technology. Numerous innovations have improved their capabilities in the last few years. These improvements combined with ambitious promises made by 3D-Printing companies have led to some disregard of the physical and economical limitations of these technologies. As impressive as the opportunities especially in light weight construction may be, the technical, physical and economical restrictions have to be considered. This article focuses on the premises and restraints as well as the opportunities of AM-technology.