Abstract: Automotive additive manufacturing (AM), or 3D printing, is the construction of a three-dimensional object using stereolithography apparatus (SLA) from a CAD or digital model. It enables the production of components without the need for tools, thereby cutting development and production costs. The reproducible additive process results in parts that can be installed directly in serial production vehicles. This chapter discusses additive manufacturing applications in the automotive industry, covering the various types of plastics used in AM, which have increased greatly in recent years. In addition, the chapter covers metal and ceramic 3D printing in the automotive industry. Both advantages and drawbacks of AM for automotive manufacturing are presented.
Publication Year: 2021
Publication Date: 2021-01-01
Language: en
Type: book-chapter
Indexed In: ['crossref']
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