Additive manufacturing methods, materials and medical applications - the review

Keywords: additive manufacturing, preoperative planning, tissue engineering, metal implants

Abstract

The aim of the additive manufacturing (AM) is a production of physical objects by adding material layer-by-layer based on virtual geometry developed in the computer system. The main criteria for the division of additive manufacturing methods are the way to apply the layer and the type of construction material. In most projects, the choice of method is a compromise between costs and properties (e.g. physical, chemical or mechanical) of the manufactured object. Currently, AM methods have found application in many areas of life, including industrial design, automotive, aerospace, architecture, jewellery, medicine and veterinary medicine, bringing many innovative and revolutionary solutions. The purpose of this article is to review of the additive production methods and present the potential of medical application.

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Published
2021-08-12
How to Cite
Laskowska, D., Mitura, K., Ziółkowska, E. and Bałasz, B. (2021) “Additive manufacturing methods, materials and medical applications - the review”, Journal of Mechanical and Energy Engineering, 5(1), pp. 15-30. doi: 10.30464/10.30464/jmee.2021.5.1.15.
Section
Mechanical Engineering