Impact of Additive Manufacturing in SMEs

Tartici, Idil; Kılıç, Zekai Murat; Bartolo, Paulo Jorge Da Silva

doi:10.1007/978-981-19-0561-2_10

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“…However, the characteristics of large companies, such as mass production, complex decision systems, and high levels of automation, suggest that AM may not be the most suitable method for producing parts within their context. On the other hand, previous literature reviews have indicated that AM is a promising I4.0 technology for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) [2][3][4]. However, SMEs struggle to adapt AM and other I4.0 technologies because of insufficient funds and knowledge.…”

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A Systematic Literature Review: Industry 4.0 Based Monitoring and Control Systems in Additive Manufacturing

2023

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Three-dimensional printing, also referred to as additive manufacturing, offers a wide range of product diversity, design flexibility, and competitive product costs, making it a key technology in the Industry 4.0 era. With a growing demand for customer-oriented manufacturing strategies in the industry, 3D printing holds the potential to revolutionize traditional manufacturing systems by enabling the production of high-value-added complex products at reduced costs. This systematic literature review paper aims to analyze the ongoing research on Industry 4.0-based digital solutions in the field of monitoring and control to facilitate the adoption of 3D technologies. The study utilizes a systematic literature review method to provide detailed analyses. Specific keywords and a comprehensive database are employed for this study. Furthermore, the paper surveys the existing advancements in 3D printing machinery, focusing on process monitoring and control methods, as well as their impact on sustainability. The discussion section evaluates the literature review results for potential implementation in small and medium-sized enterprises.

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