Introduction to 3D Printing: History, Processes, and Market Growth


Introduction to 3D Printing: History, Processes, and Market Growth

Today's 3D printers had their start in the rapid prototyping (RP) technologies of the 1980s and found their use in the industrial market. As patents expire, 3D printing technology is becoming more available to consumers. At the time of their invention in the 1980s, 3D printers focused on creating scale models using computer-aided design (CAD).
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