Although we have all become used to the idea of printing in general as it became part of our daily routine, 3D printing still seems like a virtual idea seen only in fantasy films. But this is not so! By definition, 3D printing, also called additive manufacturing, is a process of transforming a digital file into a tri-demential physical object. Simply put, the process starts with the blue-prints or model incorporated into the printer of the desired object. The printer then horizontally melts plastic or metal in the form of the product, layer-by-layer, in an additive fashion until the final shape is achieved.
The cycle ranges from 4 to 20 hours depending on the size of the item and the amount of material used.
Text retrieved from: What is 3D printing? The definitive guide. (n.d). Retrieved from https://www.3dhubs.com/guides/3d-printing/
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