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What is 3D printing?
3D printing, also known as additive manufacturing, is a process of building three-dimensional objects from a digital design. It works by layering materials, such as plastics, metals, ceramics, composites, or biomaterials, on top of each other until the object is created. 3D printing is commonly used for prototyping, creating customized products, manufacturing parts, and even in medical applications for creating prosthetics and implants.
What other technologies are related to 3D printing?
3D printing Competitor Technologies
laser cutting
Laser cutting is a subtractive manufacturing process that can produce parts with similar applications as 3D printing, offering an alternative method for creating prototypes and end-use parts.
CNC machining
CNC machining is a subtractive manufacturing process, offering an alternative method for creating parts with high precision and material variety, competing with 3D printing in prototyping and production.
injection molding
Injection molding is a manufacturing process for mass production, often competing with 3D printing for larger production runs once a design is finalized.
urethane casting
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Urethane casting is a method for creating parts from a mold, which can be an alternative to 3D printing for certain applications.
machining
Machining (general term for subtractive manufacturing) can achieve tighter tolerances and surface finishes than 3D printing and it can also use a wider variety of materials.
sheet metal fabrication
Sheet metal fabrication provides a method to produce parts and enclosures as an alternative to 3D printing.
laser cutting/engraving
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Laser cutting/engraving is a subtractive manufacturing process that can produce parts with similar applications as 3D printing, offering an alternative method for creating prototypes and end-use parts.
woodworking
Woodworking can be used to create enclosures and structural components as an alternative to 3D printing.
Number of organizations that mention technology
6,763
3D printing
1,405
laser cutting
2,968
CNC machining
2,237
injection molding
26
urethane casting
2,273
machining
569
sheet metal fabrication
23
laser cutting/engraving
221
woodworking
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3D printing Complementary Technologies
Augmented Reality
Augmented Reality can be used to visualize 3D models and designs before printing, or to enhance the functionality of 3D printed objects.
SolidWorks
SolidWorks is a CAD software used for designing 3D models that can be used to create files to be printed.
3D scanning
3D scanning is used to create digital 3D models of physical objects, which can then be 3D printed.
Number of organizations that mention technology
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Which job functions commonly mention 3D printing?
Mechanical Engineer
1.3% of all Mechanical Engineer jobs mention 3D printing
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Mechanical Designer
1.0% of all Mechanical Designer jobs mention 3D printing
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Technical Designer
0.4% of all Technical Designer jobs mention 3D printing
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jobs on Sumble
Engineering & R&D
0.1% of all Engineering & R&D jobs mention 3D printing
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Engineer
0.1% of all Engineer jobs mention 3D printing
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Which organizations are mentioning 3D printing?
SEGULA Technologies
Professional Services
Johnson & Johnson
Health Care and Social Assistance
University of Minnesota
Educational Services
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