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additive fabrication

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additive fabrication

Manufacturing products by building them one tiny layer at a time. Contrast with subtractive fabrication. See rapid prototyping, rapid manufacturing and 3D printing.



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Wednesday, April 26 * 10:30am-Noon Future Applications of Additive Fabrication for Toolmakers
Metal Casting Applications Of Additive Fabrication and Rapid Prototyping, A Brief Historical Synopsis And Look At Future Opportunities (05-178)
In a 2006 survey, 42 percent of Stratasys machine owners say they use their additive fabrication ("rapid prototyping") system for at least some manufacturing of end-use parts.
 
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