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Adding Value in Additive Manufacturing : Researchers in the United Kingdom and Europe Look to 3D Printing for Customization
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Hybrid ManufacturingEngineeringMedical TechnologyDigital ManufacturingAdvanced ManufacturingComputer-aided DesignBiomedical EngineeringUnited KingdomSocial SciencesBig ImpactDigital FabricationPrinted ElectronicsHigh Value ManufacturingEurope LookDesignBioprinting3D Bioprinting3D PrintingIndustrial DesignMedical Device ProductionMicrofabricationTechnologyMedical DevicesMedical Sector3D Imaging
Having already made a big impact in the medical sector, three-dimensional (3-D) printing technology continues to push the boundaries of cost efficiency, convenience, and customization. It has transformed some aspects of medical device production. However, expectations of the technology are often exaggerated in the media, so we spoke to leading researchers in the field about its practical applications and what can be expected in the near future.