Purpose A spurt in the usage of additive manufacturing (AM) is observed in industrial
applications to produce final parts along with rapid prototy** and rapid tooling. Despite the …

The COVID-19 pandemic impact on the global supply systems is continuously on the rise
creating an increasing ripple effect across the automotive supply chain network. In this …

Additive manufacturing (AM) is expected to facilitate local manufacturing in shorter, less
complex supply chains and, thus, impact the demand for traditional logistics services. With …

The purpose of this study is to provide an overview of a methodology, which will enable
industrial end-users to identify potential components to be manufactured by Freeform …

Research on the 3D printing industry in South Africa has predominantly focused on
engineering and technical aspects, leaving a gap in studies related to management and …

The purpose of this study is to provide an overview of a methodology, which will enable the
industrial end-users to identify the potential parts to be manufactured by freeform injection …

The purpose of this study is to contribute to managerial research in the 3D printing industry
in South Africa. Specifically, the study sought to examine the direct and moderating …

With increasing interest by companies to shift production of spare parts to additive
manufacturing (AM), a guideline and framework for assisting companies to determine parts …

Notwithstanding the developments in additive manufacturing technology have been set to
overcome human limitations and improve efficiency in manual restoration activities, their …

Abstract Freeform Injection Molding (FIM) is a novel technology based on sacrificial 3D-
printed injection mold tooling. Key FIM benefits include shorter lead-times, lower start-up …